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Insights from the Frontlines of Defense Innovation

Welcome to Axendra Briefings — your source for expert insights into defense technology, dual-use startups, frontier investment, and the rapidly evolving innovation ecosystem across Ukraine and Central & Eastern Europe.

We share what we see on the ground, what's coming next, and how capital can drive impact where it matters most.

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What You'll Find Here

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Defense Tech Trends

Analysis of battlefield-tested innovation, tech verticals to watch, and dual-use breakthroughs in UAVs, EW, ISR, and AI systems.

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Founder & Investor Playbooks

Practical advice for raising capital, structuring exits, cross-border M&A, and positioning in high-stakes, early-stage markets.

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CEE Deep Dives

Country-level views of emerging hubs — from Ukraine's defense clusters to Poland's scaling ecosystem and Romania's R&D centers.

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Axendra Perspectives

Commentary from our team and partners on the future of defense innovation, ethical scaling, and the geopolitics of technology.

Articles

Why Ukraine Is the New Global Defense Innovation Epicenter

5 Mistakes Founders Make When Preparing for an M&A Deal

What Investors Need to Know About Dual-Use IP in Ukraine

From Drones to Data: The Future of Tactical Autonomy

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