Shield AI Stock for Accredited Investors

Defense Technology
By UpMarket Research  |  Last updated: September 2026
CEO Gary Steele Founded 2015 HQ San Diego, US

Shield AI is a private defense technology company building AI pilots and autonomous aircraft for military use. Its Hivemind software enables aircraft to operate without GPS, communications, or human input. In March 2026, Shield AI raised $1.5 billion in its Series G at a $12.7 billion post-money valuation, led by Advent International and JPMorganChase Strategic Investment Group (Reuters and TechCrunch).

Access to pre-IPO shares is available to accredited investors through UpMarket.

Last Reported Valuation
$12.7B
Series G, 03/26/26, Reuters and TechCrunch
UpMarket Estimate
$14.5B
Based on UpMarket valuation model

How to Invest in Shield AI Through UpMarket

Shield AI shares are not on public exchanges. UpMarket provides accredited investors access through secondary market transactions.

Step 01

Verify accredited investor status

Confirm eligibility under SEC Rule 501 of Regulation D. Income or net worth threshold applies.

Step 02

Create an UpMarket account

Complete KYC/AML onboarding. Typically 1–2 business days. Licensed rep assigned on signup.

Step 03

Review available Shield AI offerings

Full offering memoranda and risk disclosures provided before any commitment is required.

Step 04

Complete subscription documents

Review and sign subscription agreement. All documents handled digitally through the platform.

Step 05

Fund your investment

Wire transfer or ACH. $50K minimum. Funds held in custodial account until close.

Pre-IPO investments are illiquid, speculative, and involve risk of total loss of capital.

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Valuation Growth Over Time

Post-money valuation by round
Previous rounds Most recent
DateRoundAmount raisedValuation
Mar 2026 Series G $1.5B $12.7B

Shield AI's most recent reported round is its Series G, announced March 26, 2026. It raised $1.5 billion at a reported post-money valuation of $12.7 billion, led by Advent International and JPMorganChase Strategic Investment Group. Source: Reuters and TechCrunch. Data as of September 27, 2026.

Shield AI Revenue and Growth

Annual revenue

Why Investors Are Watching Shield AI

Growth Signal

Shield AI raised $2B at $12.7B valuation in March 2026

Shield AI announced a $1.5 billion Series G at a $12.7 billion post-money valuation plus $500 million of preferred equity in March 2026. The round was led by Advent International and JPMorganChase’s Security and Resiliency Initiative, with Blackstone adding a $250 million delayed-draw facility.

Competitive Moat

Hivemind autonomy software is Shield AI’s core moat

Shield AI’s Hivemind is designed to let aircraft and drones navigate threats, avoid obstacles, and complete missions without human intervention. The platform is already tied to combat-proven V-BAT drones and to the Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft program.

Market Opportunity

Defense autonomy could scale on a $12B+ opportunity

Shield AI is positioned in software autonomy and unmanned aircraft systems, with third-party estimates putting 2024 revenue at about $267 million, up 64% year over year. One analysis also says the company was reportedly discussing a raise near $12 billion valuation by early 2026.

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Shield AI Leadership Team

Ryan Tseng
CEO
Brandon Tseng
President
Nathan Michael
CTO

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Shield AI Stock FAQ

No. As of March 2026, Shield AI is a private company and does not trade on any public stock exchange. Accredited investors can access Shield AI shares through UpMarket, a FINRA-registered broker-dealer that specializes in pre-IPO investments.

Shield AI does not have a public stock price because it is privately held. The most recent known share price comes from its last funding round. Pre-IPO share prices on the secondary market may differ from the last round price depending on supply, demand, and market conditions.

Yes. Accredited investors can indicate interest in Shield AI shares through UpMarket by filling out the form on this page or creating an account at upmarket.co. All pre-IPO offerings are subject to availability and require a $50,000 minimum investment. UpMarket is a FINRA-registered broker-dealer and has brokered alternative investments since 2019.

Pre-IPO investments carry significant risks. Shield AI shares are illiquid, meaning there is no public market to sell them quickly. There is no guaranteed exit timeline or return. The investment is speculative in nature, and investors should be prepared for the possibility of total loss. Valuations of private companies can fluctuate substantially between funding rounds. Investors should consult their financial advisor and review all offering documents before investing.

In a pre-IPO transaction, accredited investors purchase shares from existing shareholders (such as employees, early investors, or other holders) through secondary market platforms. The company itself does not issue new shares in these transactions. UpMarket facilitates these trades as a FINRA-registered broker-dealer, handling compliance, documentation, and settlement on behalf of both parties.

There are two primary exit paths for pre-IPO holdings: selling your shares on the secondary market to another buyer, or holding until the company completes an IPO or is acquired. Both paths are subject to transfer restrictions, company approval (right of first refusal), and market conditions. The timing of any exit is unpredictable, and investors should plan for a multi-year holding period.

The minimum investment for most pre-IPO offerings on UpMarket is $50,000. This amount may vary depending on the specific offering and share availability. There are no fees to create an UpMarket account or browse available investments. Investors only pay transaction-related fees when they complete an investment.

UpMarket's valuation estimate of $14.5B is derived from a proprietary model that incorporates multiple data sources: funding round data (Caplight), revenue estimates (Sacra), secondary market pricing, and public company comparables. The model applies a private company discount to the public comp multiple to account for illiquidity and information asymmetry. This estimate is not investment advice and may differ substantially from the price at which shares actually trade.

Shield AI was valued at $12.7B in its March 2026 Series G. Accredited investors can request Shield AI access through UpMarket.

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