Robot guard dogs help Asylon raise a $26M Series B

Philadelphia-based robotics company Asylon, founded in 2015 by three MIT graduates, specializes in robotic security-as-a-service (RaaS) that integrates modified Boston Dynamics robot dogs, called DroneDogs, with flying drones and proprietary Guardian command-and-control software. These robotic systems provide ground patrols and aerial surveillance, offering enhanced security coverage beyond stationary cameras. DroneDogs can perform tasks similar to real dogs, such as detecting gas leaks or hazardous chemicals. Asylon’s RaaS service costs approximately $100,000 to $150,000 annually, comparable to hiring human bodyguards. The company has raised about $45 million in total funding, including a recent $26 million Series B round, reflecting increased investor interest amid rising security concerns following high-profile incidents. Asylon’s founders—CEO Damon Henry, CTO Adam Mohamed, and COO Brent McLaughlin—initially worked as aerospace engineers before launching the startup inspired by Amazon’s drone delivery announcement. The company’s early breakthrough came in 2019