Inleap Photonics Secures Pre-Seed Funding for Laser-Based Drone Defense System
DEFENSE
Hannover-based Inleap Photonics has completed its Pre-Seed funding round, led by High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF) with participation from Ventis Capital. The funding will be used to scale their laser-based defense system, Inleap Fastlight Shield, capable of neutralizing drone threats within milliseconds. Target markets include critical infrastructure operators, government agencies, and European armed forces.

Feb 12, 2026, 6:07 AM