Marlinspike Capital

Marlinspike Capital is a veteran-led venture capital firm specializing in dual-use technologies that address national security challenges while creating innovative commercial applications. The firm focuses on sectors such as aerospace, artificial intelligence, machine learning, autonomy, robotics, and cybersecurity. Marlinspike Capital supports companies through various stages of growth, providing not only funding but also strategic guidance, especially in navigating the Department of Defense and Washington D.C. policies.

Founded in 2020, Marlinspike Capital is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. The firm has made 18 investments, with its most recent investment in Armada on July 24, 2025. Marlinspike Capital has raised two funds: Marlinspike Disruptive Technology Fund I in February 2022 and Marlinspike Disruptive Technology Fund II in March 2024. Notable exits include Voyager Technologies and WaveDancer.

The firm's investment strategy emphasizes supporting pioneering technologies that address national security needs and have the potential for massive commercial markets. Marlinspike Capital's team comprises veterans with expertise in national defense technology, enabling them to provide valuable insights and guidance to portfolio companies. Their approach combines financial support with strategic advice to foster growth and innovation in the sectors they invest in.