Tycho AI

Tycho AI Inc. , based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, develops advanced autonomy solutions powered by artificial intelligence, focusing on applications for drones and autonomous vehicles. Founded in 2022 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Tycho AI Inc. specializes in autonomy solutions for drone and autonomous vehicle applications.

The company raising USD 10 mn in its Series A funding round, led by FirstMark Capital with participation from Pillar VC. Tycho AI combines proprietary ASIC and FPGA technologies to enable precise navigation and real-time obstacle avoidance without traditional GPS. The founder's previous experiences are not disclosed. Tycho AI specializes in advanced artificial intelligence-driven autonomy solutions for drones and autonomous vehicles.

Their flagship product, Voyager, employs proprietary ASIC and FPGA technologies for precise navigation and real-time obstacle avoidance. The technology integrates sensor fusion for enhanced situational awareness and includes customizable onboard AI agents for autonomous decision-making. Target clients include military, emergency response, and critical infrastructure operators across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, with products field-tested for reliability in mission-critical settings. Tycho AI generates revenue through direct partnerships and contracts with government agencies, defense contractors, and commercial entities needing autonomous systems.

Their B2B agreements include advanced AI solutions and hardware tailored to client needs, co-development projects, subscription-based services for software updates, and maintenance contracts. Specific pricing plans are based on the complexity and customization of the technology required by clients, allowing flexible engagement to meet diverse mission profiles. In March 2025, Tycho AI Inc. raised USD 10 mn in a Series A funding round, led by FirstMark and supported by Pillar VC.

The company intends to utilize this funding to accelerate product development and scale government deployments. Plans include launching new products designed for enhanced autonomy capabilities and expanding into additional geographic markets, particularly focusing on increasing presence in Europe and Asia-Pacific by 2026.