"From stealth mode to center stage, Mach Industries is bringing AI into one of the world's most complex and controversial sectors: defense. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, Ethan Thornton, CEO and founder of Mach Industries, steps onto the AI Stage to share what it takes to build in high-stakes environments where speed and autonomy matter most - and why next-gen infrastructure starts with rethinking the fundamentals."
"Thornton launched Mach Industries out of MIT in 2023 with a bold mission: to build decentralized, next-generation defense technologies that safeguard freedom on a global scale. Now leading one of the most ambitious startups in the space, he's bringing startup speed and AI-native innovation to an industry long dominated by legacy players. From startup lab to battlefield impact Mach Industries is part of a new wave proving that AI startups can play a critical role in national defense."
"AI isn't just powering chatbots - it's redefining global power. With global tensions rising and defense investment accelerating, this conversation offers a timely look at how AI is reshaping security, strategy, and sovereignty. Don't miss it live on the AI Stage, October 27-29 at Moscone West in San Francisco. Register now to join 10,000+ startup and VC leaders - and save up to $668 before prices increase after September 26."
Mach Industries, founded at MIT in 2023 by Ethan Thornton, aims to build decentralized, next-generation defense technologies to safeguard freedom globally. The company focuses on AI-native systems, autonomy, and edge computing to enable faster, more resilient operations in contested environments. Mach seeks to bridge commercial and military capabilities through dual-use technologies while navigating funding, regulation, and ethical responsibility at the intersection of technology and geopolitics. The company's approach brings startup speed and innovation into a defense sector dominated by legacy players. TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 will feature a presentation on these themes at Moscone West, October 27-29.
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