NestAI Raises €100M In Funding Round

The funding will support the development of AI products for unmanned vehicles, autonomous operations, and command and control (C2) platforms.

NestAI, backed by PostScriptum focuses on building next-generation AI for logistics, inspection, surveillance, security and defense applications. Its AI is designed for real-world readiness and long-term resilience, aiming to shape the trajectory of physical AI and strengthen Europe’s technological edge.

As part of the round, Nokia announced a strategic partnership with NestAI to co-develop AI-powered defense solutions. Through this collaboration, Nokia’s expertise in secure AI-native connectivity, sensing and multimedia will combine with NestAI’s platforms in unmanned systems and C2 technologies.

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The funding will help NestAI build “Europe’s leading physical AI lab,” co-founder Peter Sarlin said at the Slush 2025 technology conference in Helsinki.

The partnership will leverage forward-deployed engineering and R&D to accelerate AI capabilities for unmanned systems, data-centric C2, and modern information and knowledge management solutions.

“In line with PostScriptum’s mission, NestAI has from the start set out to become Europe’s leading physical AI lab to drive technological sovereignty,” Sarlin told TechCrunch. “This partnership also marks an important step in securing Europe’s defense capabilities and sovereignty.”

About NestAI

NestAI, based in Helsinki, is building the next generation of AI for real-world use. Their technology powers unmanned vehicles, autonomous operations, and command-and-control systems, helping industries like logistics, security and defense work smarter and more efficiently while strengthening Europe’s position in cutting-edge AI.