
Shield AI, a developer of artificial intelligence (AI) technology for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), has acquired Heron Systems Inc., which has developed AI software for fighter aircraft, a deal the companies say will accelerate the use of AI pilots on military aircraft. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Shield AI, which is based in San Diego, has just over 200 employees and Heron, which is based in Patuxent Naval Air Station in Maryland, has about 40 employees. Heron last…