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Software engineers, who have long disrupted various industries, are now being disrupted by AI. Martin Casado, a partner at Andreessen Horowitz, notes that AI has changed software engineering, making it "fundamentally" different. Casado is excited about the change, saying it's "kind of fun to actually be the disrupted for a change." AI code editors and vibe-coding tools have altered the industry, with leaders like Meta's Mark Zuckerberg predicting AI will do the work of a mid-level engineer this year.

Nukkleus Inc. (Nasdaq: NUKK), a strategic acquirer and developer of high-growth businesses in the Aerospace and Defense (A&D) industry, has announced the acquisition of Tiltan Software Engineering Ltd. for $14 million. This move positions Nukkleus at the forefront of the global defense and aerospace market, leveraging Tiltan's advanced AI-powered simulation platforms and proven success.

Tiltan Software Engineering Ltd., a leading Israeli developer of synthetic defense data generation, GPS-denied navigation solutions, and advanced System in Loop/Hardware in Loop simulator systems, brings over 30 years of experience delivering mission-critical solutions to the A&D industry. The acquisition will add these cutting-edge technologies to Nukkleus' A&D portfolio, enhancing its capabilities in AI-driven simulation, synthetic data generation, GPS-denied navigation, and immersive 3D environments for complex operational testing [1].

The acquisition is part of Nukkleus' strategy to expand into high-value aerospace and defense technologies. Nukkleus specializes in acquiring and transforming high-potential A&D businesses into market leaders, leveraging operational expertise, strategic capital, and advanced technological insights to modernize offerings and expand market reach. "This partnership marks a major milestone in Nukkleus’ expansion into high value aerospace and defense technologies," said Menny Shalom, CEO of Nukkleus [1].

The $14 million purchase price will be paid via a combination of cash and shares, with the payment schedule spread over 6 months from the closing. The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions, including the receipt of PCAOB audited financial statements of Tiltan and the receipt of required regulatory approvals [1].

The defense AI market is expected to grow significantly in the coming years. The genAI sector for the A&D industry is projected to grow from $28 billion today to $65.5 billion by 2034, while the anti-GPS jamming market is expected to more than double by 2032 [1]. This acquisition aligns with Nukkleus' long-term vision to support dual-use innovation and resilient supply chains in the defense and aerospace sectors.

References:
[1] https://www.stocktitan.net/news/NUKK/nukkleus-inc-enters-28-billion-defense-ai-market-with-proposed-f3c0411z1oyw.html
[2] https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/09/02/3142712/0/en/Nukkleus-Inc-Enters-28-Billion-Defense-AI-Market-With-Proposed-Acquisition-of-Tiltan-Software-Engineering-Ltd.html