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INLEAP Photonics

Hanover laser spin-off building FASTLIGHT SHIELD, a low-power, eye-safe laser effector that defeats small drones by hitting identified weak points.

INLEAP Photonics
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INLEAP Photonics
Counter-UASEUPrivate
Hanover laser spin-off building FASTLIGHT SHIELD, a low-power, eye-safe laser effector that defeats small drones by hitting identified weak points.
Founded
2023
HQ
Hanover, Germany
Headcount
10 (early 2026); 20-30 targeted by end-2026
Total raised
approx. EUR 20M
Valuation
n/a
Stage
Seed
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