Neros
Neros is a defence / drones company based in El Segundo, United States, founded in 2023. Low-cost FPV attack drones for Western militaries. It was valued at $2.5bn in August 2026 (Series C funding round ($250m)), which makes it a unicorn in the 311 Unicorn Index.
Part of the 311 Unicorn Index (311institute.com). Last updated .
Source: Company announcement (via The Robot Report)
About Neros
Low-cost FPV attack drones for Western militaries. Lead investors in its latest round: Sequoia, American Strategic Technology Fund. Website: neros.tech.
How this figure is calculated
The valuation set by the latest priced funding round or company-run share sale, as announced by the company or its lead investor, or reported by a major news organisation. Figures in other currencies are converted at the rate on the day of the round. Talks that have been reported but not closed do not count.
Related
- Innovation profile of El Segundo
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Questions and answers
How much is Neros worth?
Neros was valued at $2.5bn in August 2026 (Series C funding round ($250m)), according to the 311 Unicorn Index.
Where is Neros based?
Neros is headquartered in El Segundo, United States.
When was Neros founded?
Neros was founded in 2023.
What does Neros do?
Low-cost FPV attack drones for Western militaries.
Is Neros a unicorn?
Yes. Neros is a privately held company valued at $1 billion or more, so it is a unicorn in the 311 Unicorn Index.
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