Axon Invests $1.2 Billion in Skydio to Expand Drone as First Responder Business
Axon (AXON) has announced a significant $1.2 billion investment in drone technology company Skydio, raising its fully diluted ownership stake to approximately 20%. This transaction values Skydio at a pre-money valuation of $5.2 billion. Under the new agreement, Axon will serve as the exclusive distributor for Skydio's products within the public safety sectors of the United States and Canada. The partnership is designed to accelerate Axon's 'drone as first responder' capabilities, integrating advanced aerial technology into its existing law enforcement ecosystem.
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