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Inleap Photonics, a DeepTech startup from Hannover, has secured Pre-Seed funding led by High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF), with contributions from Ventis Capital. The funding will support the scaling of their laser-based drone defense system, Inleap Fastlight Shield, which neutralizes threats in milliseconds.

The technology, derived from battery cell production, enhances laser beam steering precision. Inleap's system is designed for rapid response and deployment in sensitive areas. The company aims to operate within critical infrastructure and defense markets in Europe.