Economic Times Tech
7/22/2026
DOGE alumni launch military cyber startup with $1.4 billion valuation
Short summary
A startup called Cathedral, launched by DOGE alumni, has reached a $1.4 billion valuation with plans to secure US government contracts for AI-driven cyber operations. The company aims to provide both offensive and defensive cyber capabilities against US adversaries such as China. The launch reflects growing demand for AI-powered cybersecurity solutions in the defense sector.
- •DOGE alumni launch Cathedral, a military cyber startup valued at $1.4B
- •Startup targets US government contracts for AI-driven offensive and defensive cyber ops
- •Focus on countering adversaries like China signals defense-sector AI demand
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