Are robot dogs the future of autonomous security? That’s exactly what a startup in Pennsylvania is betting on.

What’s happening:

  • Pennsylvania based robotics startup Asylon has raised $26M USD in a new Series B financing round
  • The new funding round was led by Insight Partners

Why it matters:

  • Asylon is one of the most advanced private companies in the United States developing leading edge robotics for security purposes, leveraging technology originally built by Boston Dynamics

Going deeper:

  • Aslyon’s flagship robot known as DroneDog is a small robotics guard dog that is capable of detecting threats, responding to alarms and navigating outdoor environments

The intrigue:

  • Aslyon has previously landed security contracts with multiple large companies in America, including Home Depot and Citizens Financial Group