XDLINX Space Labs, located in Hyderabad, has successfully secured $7 million in seed funding, marking a significant leap in India’s space technology landscape. The funding round was spearheaded by Ashish Kacholia and received support from E2MC, Mana Ventures, and a notable family office. This capital infusion will propel XDLINX’s ambitions to innovate satellite technology and expand its footprint in the realm of space exploration.
Founded in 2022, XDLINX made headlines with the rapid launch of its software-defined JANUS-1 nanosatellite, showcasing its capacity to minimize costs and time associated with space missions. With this new funding, CEO Rupesh Gandupalli expressed enthusiasm about scaling up production for advanced payloads aimed at defense and commercial applications, including E-band communications and optical intelligence. XDLINX is now gearing up for its next major mission, Elevation-1, which aims to demonstrate groundbreaking E-band communications during its launch on SpaceX’s Transporter-12, setting the stage for a future where space becomes more accessible through budget-friendly satellite solutions.
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