New York City-based ZeroMark, Inc. transforms existing weapons into AI-driven precision counter-drone systems, adding adaptive targeting intelligence without replacing the platforms already in the field. Its modular technology spans individual-operator equipment, turret-mounted systems and a command-and-control software layer, with the company starting from what it describes as modern defense’s most demanding targeting problem: drones. Founded by CEO Joel Anderson, whose background includes weapons systems and EOD operations, ZeroMark brings together defense technologists, engineers and experienced operators to develop systems for real-world use.
Zanger SecurityZanger Security develops AI-driven smart security systems that combine property surveillance with patented anti-drone detection and suppression. The startup’s modular platform is designed to protect settings ranging from homes to farms and industrial sites, with control through a mobile app. Its USPTO-approved patent covers the integrated airspace-protection system, a feature that distinguishes Zanger from conventional security equipment.
Wild West SystemsWild West Systems is an early-stage American defense technology startup built by former engineers and leaders from Tesla, Apple Special Projects Group, SpaceX, and Firefly. The company develops autonomous, reusable defense systems for the United States and its allies, pursuing affordable technologies for present and future threats.
DA Precision Arms LTD COVeteran-founded DA Precision Arms develops autonomous defense technology centered on VHAGAR-X, a modular, backpack-deployable tactical intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) unmanned aircraft system. The U.S.-based small business is designing the platform for rapid field deployment, edge-AI processing and future coordinated multi-drone operations in denied or communications-degraded environments. Its government-facing development work is aligned with SBIR/STTR pathways and ITAR, CMMC and SAM.gov requirements.332994SHIPPENSBURG, PA
SentrycsFounded by communications and radio-frequency experts in 2017, Sentrycs develops counter-drone systems that passively detect, track and identify unauthorized drones, then mitigate them without jamming. Its modular platform is tailored to dense urban airspace and sensitive sites, with autonomous fixed, portable and vehicle-mounted deployments. Sentrycs became part of Ondas Holdings in November 2025.NEW YORK, NY