News: Optoelectronics
1 July 2025
NUBURU reports progress in acquisition of Tekne as part of Defense & Security Hub
NUBURU Inc of Centennial, CO, USA — which was founded in 2015 and develops and manufactures high-power industrial blue lasers — has reported progress in its strategic transformation, including developments within its planned Defense & Security Hub and key acquisitions.
The regulatory approval process for the acquisition of Tekne SpA currently under review through Italy’s Golden Power process is progressing positively and in line with expectations. The firm’s team is working with the relevant Italian authorities, and current indications suggest a favorable outcome. Meanwhile, Tekne remains fully focused on its delivery plan, supporting, among its portfolio of clients, the Italian Ministry of Defense with pivotal technological solutions, with reference to its ‘Tactical Bubble’ systems, which are currently in full deployment.
“The Tactical Bubble is a next-generation battlefield system developed by Tekne and recognized by the Italian Armed Forces. It enables real-time communication, decision-making, and data sharing among military units, dramatically improving situational awareness and personnel safety in hostile environments,” says Alessandro Zamboni, executive chairman. “This confirms that the targeted acquisition of Tekne will be a cornerstone of NUBURU’s broader Defense & Security Hub strategy, which also includes the acquisition of a start-up Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform designed to enhance operational resilience across critical infrastructure and defense networks,” he adds.
Designed to counter modern threats including hostile drones, cyber attacks, and electromagnetic warfare, the Tactical Bubble features integrated monitoring, identification, and countermeasure capabilities. It also establishes a robust, secure command-and-control network that supports fast, reliable mission execution in complex combat scenarios.
Tekne’s €50m defense project under full deployment
Tekne continues to execute on its multi-phase contract with the Italian Ministry of Defense, focused on delivering its advanced Tactical Bubble systems, which are now fully operational. This project — expected to generate over €50m in revenue — was recently showcased during military exercises, including Stella Alpina and Scudo 25, and is central to Italy’s defense modernization efforts.
Strengthening position in defense-tech and operational resilience
NUBURU views the delivery of the Tactical Bubble system as validation of its strategy to expand into defense-tech, homeland security, and operational resilience sectors. These high-growth verticals are key to the group’s broader transformation plan, which can also leverage its leadership in high-performance laser applications into adjacent markets with long-term value potential.
In parallel, NUBURU is moving forward with completing the due diligence and US GAAP/IFRS audit processes related to Tekne and the SaaS startup transaction. Both deals remain subject to customary regulatory review and stockholders approval.
Commitment to growth, innovation, and shareholder value
NUBURU says that it continues to invest in R&D to study the application of exponential technologies, like artificial intelligence (Agentic AI), and the business’ synergies with the fintech solutions, by leveraging the recent strategic investment in the inventory monetization platform powered by Supply@ME Capital Plc. Under the direction of Zamboni, NUBURU says it is committed to executing its long-term transformation strategy, driving sustained growth through strategic partnerships, product innovation, and acquisition-led expansion.
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