Icarus
Latest round
- Seed
Last raised
- Oct 2025
Total raised
- Undisclosed
Investors
- 2
About Icarus
Founded in 2023 and headquartered in El Segundo, US, Icarus provides advanced aerial surveillance and communication solutions. The company focuses on supporting governmental agencies and defense contractors.Icarus focuses on providing advanced aerial surveillance and communication solutions through its flagship product, APOLLO, which is engineered for stratospheric dominance. This solar-powered, autonomous system operates above 60,000 feet, capable of continuous flight for weeks without landing, making it immune to weather interference and most threats. APOLLO is designed to deliver ultra-low-latency data, offering continuous coverage and high-resolution real-time sensing, which maximizes the quantity, quality, and timeliness of information. The end-use cases for APOLLO include military reconnaissance, disaster response, environmental monitoring, and telecommunications support. The company primarily serves governmental agencies, defense contractors, and corporations requiring enhanced situational awareness and connectivity in regions where traditional ground or satellite systems fall short.Icarus generates revenue through strategic partnerships and direct contracts with government and commercial clients that leverage its APOLLO system for various applications. The company's pricing structure involves long-term contracts for service usage, which may include ongoing maintenance and operational support. Clients typically enter agreements that stipulate the deployment of the APOLLO units for specific missions, with fees associated with the duration of service and data delivery. Revenue is derived from both one-time project fees and recurring service agreements, ensuring that clients have access to the continuous coverage and data analytics capabilities that Icarus provides. Icarus plans to introduce new products to enhance its service offerings while also targeting expansion into new markets, particularly in Asia and Europe, by 2026.
Who invested in Icarus
2 investors across 1 round
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Funding rounds
Seed
Oct 29, 2025
Amount
Undisclosed
Investors
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Who invested in Icarus?
Icarus has 2 investors on record across 1 venture round. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.
How much funding has Icarus raised?
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When did Icarus last raise money?
Icarus's most recent round on record is a Seed, in Oct 2025.
What does Icarus do?
Founded in 2023 and headquartered in El Segundo, US, Icarus provides advanced aerial surveillance and communication solutions.
Where is Icarus headquartered?
Icarus is headquartered in El Segundo, US.
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