NUBURU Expands Into Defense-Tech as Tekne Tactical Bubble System Reaches €50M Deployment Phase

NUBURU Inc., the high-power blue laser technology innovator, is reshaping its corporate strategy by moving deeper into the defense and security sector. The company’s acquisition of Tekne SpA—a provider of battlefield communication systems—is progressing through Italy’s regulatory approval framework, with current signals pointing toward clearance.

The centerpiece of this expansion is Tekne’s Tactical Bubble, a next-generation military platform now actively deployed for the Italian Ministry of Defense. This system represents a fundamental shift in how modern armed forces approach real-time communication and operational coordination in combat zones.

What the Tactical Bubble Actually Does

Unlike traditional command structures, the Tactical Bubble integrates monitoring, identification, and active countermeasure functions into a single unified network. The system enables military units to share tactical data instantaneously, coordinate responses to hostile drones, defend against cyber incursions, and manage electromagnetic threats—all while maintaining secure, resilient command control across complex combat environments. Personnel on the ground gain dramatically improved situational awareness, directly translating to enhanced safety in hostile zones.

€50M Project Now Fully Operational

Tekne is executing a multi-phase contract valued at over €50 million with Italy’s defense ministry. The Tactical Bubble deployment has already been showcased during major military exercises, including Stella Alpina and Scudo 25, demonstrating combat readiness and interoperability across Italian Armed Forces units. This project forms a critical pillar in Italy’s broader defense modernization initiative.

Strategic Implications for NUBURU

Alessandro Zamboni, NUBURU’s Executive Chairman, frames the Tekne acquisition as validation of the company’s pivot toward high-growth defense-tech and critical infrastructure resilience verticals. Rather than remaining focused solely on industrial laser manufacturing, NUBURU is leveraging its technology leadership to enter adjacent markets with substantial long-term revenue potential. The Defense & Security Hub strategy also encompasses acquisition of a SaaS platform designed to strengthen operational resilience across defense networks and critical infrastructure.

This transformation allows NUBURU to tap into government procurement cycles and enterprise security spending—markets characterized by multi-year contracts and recurring revenue models. The company is simultaneously advancing due diligence and financial audit processes related to both the Tekne acquisition and the SaaS platform deal, with both transactions subject to regulatory approval and shareholder consent.

Forward Momentum and Additional Initiatives

Beyond defense acquisitions, NUBURU is investing in research applications involving artificial intelligence and exploring synergies with fintech solutions, particularly through a recent strategic stake in an inventory monetization platform. This multi-pronged approach signals management’s confidence in the company’s transformation trajectory and commitment to creating sustained shareholder value across emerging technology sectors.