# Bad Influence story: Axon invests $1.2 billion in drone maker Skydio, becomes its U.S. public safety distributor

Active · 1 article · 1 source · First reported 11-10 08:06. Times are ET.
Story page: https://badinfluence.news/story/e514ae21-f711-4e20-bd19-6182c1bfaae1

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Latest update (11-10 08:06): Axon invests $1.2B in Skydio and becomes its U.S. public safety distributor

Overview: Axon Enterprise says it invested $1.2 billion in Skydio, a drone manufacturer valued at $5.2 billion, for a 20% ownership stake. Axon also becomes Skydio's exclusive public safety distributor in the U.S. and Canada. Axon says Skydio expects about $1 billion in bookings this fiscal year.

The deal is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close in late 2026 or early 2027.

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1. 11-10 08:06 · The Robot Report · [Axon invests $1.2B in Skydio and becomes its U.S. public safety distributor](https://badinfluence.news/items/nt66ivp4enj1sh9nnszmlsi03)
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