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  1. New
    Zipline2026 financingFunding & Deals

    Zipline announces $1.5 billion financing for drone delivery expansion

    Zipline announced $1.5 billion in new financing at a $21.5 billion post-money valuation. It says the capital will support U.S. manufacturing and hiring for autonomous drone delivery. The valuation is separate from money raised, and company-selected delivery results are not independent proof of national success.

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  2. New
    ZiplineWalmart 300-site agreementBusiness & Adoption

    Walmart and Zipline agree to work toward 300 more delivery sites

    Zipline says it and Walmart signed a national multiyear agreement to work toward launching 300 additional autonomous drone delivery sites. The 300 sites are planned under the agreement, not all open or operating today. The announcement does not establish independent sales growth for participating merchants.

    Zipline1 source

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