We're thrilled to announce that Archaius Inc. has been selected as one of the 86 standout companies for Venture Atlanta 2025! This prestigious recognition places us alongside the Southeast's most innovative startups, and it's a testament to our team's relentless drive to revolutionize electronic warfare in an era of escalating global threats.

For those unfamiliar, Venture Atlanta is the Southeast's premier startup showcase and networking powerhouse. Now in its 18th year, the event—set for October 15-16, 2025, at The Woodruff Arts Center and Atlanta Symphony Hall—draws over 1,600 attendees, including 450 investors. Since its inception, Venture Atlanta has propelled more than 930 companies to success, unlocking over $8 billion in capital and celebrating $20.8 billion in exits. Alumni like Flock Safety, Kabbage, and SalesLoft have become household names in tech, and we're honored to join this elite network.

The competition was fierce: From a pool of 560 applications, judges selected just 86 companies across growth, seed, and early stages, praising the unprecedented quality of submissions and the burgeoning talent in Southern tech ecosystems. As a seed-stage innovator hailing from North Carolina, Archaius earned our spot through our cutting-edge solutions that address real-world challenges in drone operations and beyond.

At Archaius, we're on a mission to reshape drone warfare for the modern battlefield. In GPS-denied environments—where jamming and electronic threats dominate—our flagship product, Grale, stands out as a game-changer. Powered by SEPA Protection Technology and advanced Smart Antenna architecture, Grale delivers 100x superior jamming resistance, drastically reduced size, and ironclad IP security. Whether it's enabling ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) missions through Russian GPS jamming in Eastern Europe, facilitating resupply drops amid electronic interference in Africa, or guiding precision loitering munitions in the contested waters of the South China Sea, Grale-equipped drones are proving indispensable. With over 4 million drones lost to vulnerabilities last year alone, as seen in the Ukraine conflict, our technology isn't just innovative—it's mission-critical.

Being selected for Venture Atlanta opens doors we couldn't be more excited about. We'll have the chance to pitch in the Startup Showcase Live competition, vie for a $375,000 investment prize (courtesy of partners like Cofounders Capital and TiE Atlanta Angels), and forge connections that could accelerate our growth. Even beyond fundraising, the event's focus on procurement, ecosystem building, and founder resources aligns perfectly with our vision of scaling impact.

This milestone wouldn't be possible without our incredible team, partners, and the unwavering support of our community. As we gear up for Venture Atlanta, we're doubling down on our commitment to protecting those on the front lines through superior defense tech.

Stay tuned for updates from the event—follow us on LinkedIn or visit our site to learn more about Grale and how we're changing the face of drone warfare. Have questions or collaboration ideas? Reach out at hello@archaius.net.

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