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Ottawa-based startup Dominion Dynamics has announced a significant investment of $50 million CAD to develop a ‘sovereign autonomous wingman’ aimed at enhancing Canada’s defense capabilities. The autonomous collaborative platform (ACP) is designed to work alongside crewed air fighters in high-risk areas, providing persistent surveillance, electronic warfare, and strike support while expanding the reach and sensing capabilities of allied forces. CEO Eliot Pence emphasized the importance of building such future capabilities domestically. Dominion Dynamics, which has already raised $26 million from investors, plans to demonstrate a sub-scale prototype of the ACP within 24-36 months. This initiative aligns with Canada’s increased defense commitments and aims to position Dominion as a prime defense contractor. The startup plans to establish an ‘Autonomous Systems Advisory Council’ to guide the program in alignment with Canadian alliances like NATO and Five Eyes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Ottawa-based startup Dominion Dynamics has announced a significant investment of $50 million CAD to develop a ‘sovereign autonomous wingman’ aimed at enhancing Canada’s defense capabilities. 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