Sophia Space Inc.

Based in the US, Sophia Space Inc. specializes in in-orbit computing solutions, offering innovative technology for data processing in space environments. Sophia Space Inc. was founded in 2023 and is headquartered in California, US.

The company focuses on providing modular data processing units for the orbital environment. Sophia Space was founded by Leon Alkalai (CTO) and co‑founded by Robert DeMillo (CEO) and Brian Monnin (CCO). In December 2025, Sophia Space Inc. raised USD 10.

40 million in seed funding led by new investor SBI Investment. Returning investor Unlock Venture Partners, individual and other unspecified investors also participated in the round. The round was part of larger USD 10. 40 million seed and venture debt funding.

Sophia Space is focused on revolutionizing in-orbit computing with its flagship product, the TILE, a purpose-built modular data processing unit designed specifically for the orbital environment. Each TILE measures 1m x 1m x 1cm and is solar-powered, equipped with its own dedicated solar panel to ensure continuous energy supply. The TILE can be configured with either Qualcomm SnapDragon 865 + Cloud 100 or NVIDIA Jetson + Blackwell, catering to high-performance AI workloads while addressing concerns regarding heat management and cooling solutions that are prevalent in terrestrial data centers. The company aims to tackle critical issues such as long data analysis times for Earth observation imagery, bandwidth limitations for emergency responders, and enhancing real-time processing capabilities in defense applications.

Its customer base includes satellite operators, defense agencies, and emergency response organizations, with a focus on serving markets that benefit from reduced latency and improved data processing capabilities, particularly in rural, remote, and developing regions across the globe. Sophia Space generates revenue primarily through the sale and subscription of its TILE products, allowing clients to integrate these units into existing spacecraft or space stations without disrupting their energy and cooling plans. The transactional structure is based on B2B agreements where organizations subscribe to TILE services for ongoing access to in-orbit computing power tailored for demanding AI applications. Partnerships may also be established with satellite operators and governmental agencies for the deployment and management of TILEs in various missions.

Specific pricing details for TILEs and subscription services are aligned with the needs of the clientele, focusing on delivering value through enhanced data processing capabilities and efficient thermal management solutions. Through these strategic pricing plans, Sophia Space aims to provide a cost-effective and scalable approach to meet the growing demands of space-native edge computing. The company will use this December 2025 funding to accelerate the development of orbital computing systems to support space-based data processing.