Missile startups are ‘the new wave’ in European defence | Sifted

War in Ukraine, conflict in the Middle East, and strained transatlantic ties are pushing attention toward Europe’s missile and air-defence gaps.

Founders and investors are increasingly backing missile startups as a fast-growing defence-tech segment.

The trend reflects a broader security concern: Europe lacks enough missile and air-defence systems.

Investors see these startups as strategically important amid rising fears over Europe’s defence readiness.