Defense-tech ecosystem is in a fast-growing mode, IVC Data and Insights show. After steadily growing since 2017, between 2015 and 2024, Israeli defense tech companies raised $3.45 billion in 377 deals. Over Jan-May 2025, companies raised $280 million, compared to $361 million in 2024. Almost 60% of the 321 Israeli defense tech companies address hardware markets; 69% are already selling products; and 30% are in the seed and R&D stage. According to IVC Data and Insights, 189 investors allocate capital to Israeli defense tech companies, including Airbus Ventures, and two dedicated VC funds, Protego Ventures and Ace Capital Partners.