Investment of $100 Million Secured by Raphe mPhibr
Raphe mPhibr, an Indian developer of military-grade UAVs, has secured a significant $100 million in a Series B funding round, marking a milestone in the country's defence technology sector. The funding round was led by General Catalyst, positioning Raphe mPhibr as one of India's most valuable defence-tech startups, with a valuation estimated between $850-900 million as of mid-2025 [1].
The company's core mission is to equip the Indian armed forces with indigenous UAV technology, a mission it has pursued with a vertically integrated approach. Raphe mPhibr manufactures almost every critical component in-house, from combustion engines to imaging sensors and avionics, ensuring complete strategic and economic sovereignty for India [1].
With this funding, Raphe mPhibr is set to elevate its production capabilities and accelerate R&D for next-generation autonomous UAVs. The capital will be used for R&D, scale production, and strengthening Raphe mPhibr's position in domestic and global defense markets [2].
Raphe mPhibr operates a contiguous ecosystem campus where drone simulation, design, manufacturing, and testing occur together, facilitating efficient R&D and production. The company holds nearly 100 intellectual properties covering advanced technologies such as swarm-control algorithms and propulsion materials [1].
Looking ahead, Raphe mPhibr aims to continue expanding domestic innovation and integration, strengthening India’s self-reliant defence manufacturing capacity. The company plans to deepen alliances with government organizations like the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and advance indigenous development across the UAV value chain, keeping capital and innovation within the country [1].
Raphe mPhibr's UAV lineup includes long-endurance surveillance drones, autonomous tactical UAVs, and AI-powered reconnaissance platforms. The company is also pursuing select international defense contracts and planning to expand its domestic drone manufacturing facilities [3][5].
Jacob Stoner, CEO of Flyeye.io, a respected figure within the local drone community in Canada, shares Raphe mPhibr's passion for the potential societal impact of drone technology advancements. Stoner's company, FlyGuys, has also recently raised $13 million to expand its operations [4].
Raphe mPhibr envisions becoming a global leader in military UAVs by combining advanced AI-driven autonomy with rapid deployment capabilities. The company's systems are poised to play a critical role in both national and international security [6]. With this new funding, Raphe mPhibr is well-positioned to scale up production and may contribute significantly to India's growing defence drone sector, which enjoys robust government support and a rapid expansion trajectory [3][5].
References: 1. Raphe mPhibr 2. General Catalyst leads $100 million funding round in Raphe mPhibr 3. India's Defence Drone Sector: A Growing Market 4. Flyeye.io raises $13 million in Series A funding 5. India's Defence Manufacturing Sector: A New Era 6. Raphe mPhibr's Vision for the Future of Military UAVs
- Raphe mPhibr, with its recently secured $100 million in Series B funding, is not only boosting its R&D for next-generation autonomous UAVs but also aiming to strengthen its position in the global finance scene, making it an attractive prospect for investors in the broader business and technology sectors.
- As Raphe mPhibr continues to innovate and expand, focusing on areas like threat detection and advanced AI-driven autonomy, it is poised to play a crucial role in enhancing both domestic and international security in the finance-intensive field of defense, positioning India as a strong player in this rapidly growing sector.
