Aurelius Systems, a defense technology company developing low-cost, high-powered laser systems that neutralize drone threats, announced the close of its $10 million seed round, co-led by General Catalyst and Draper Associates. This funding will enable Aurelius to scale operations and accelerate development of its next-generation laser platform, designed to safeguard critical infrastructure and frontline forces from rapidly evolving UAS threats.

Additional investors include Outlander VC, Squadra, Decisive Point, Alumni Ventures, New Founding, GoAhead Ventures, Detroit Venture Partners, EO Tech & Mana Ventures.