Hadrian acquires Datum Source, a parts-sourcing platform for hardware startups

Hadrian/Hadrian factories

Hadrian bought Datum Source, a software startup founded by SpaceX alumni that uses AI to match hardware companies with suitable machine shops. The deal brought about 30 startup customers and a 14-person team, letting Hadrian serve fast-iterating defence startups its automated factories were not built for.

• Datum Source founded by SpaceX alumni; developed AI platform matching hardware companies with manufacturers
• Acquisition brought 30 startup customers and 14-person team to Hadrian
• CEO Chris Power said company had been 'turning away startups' needing rapid design iterations
• Deal positioned Hadrian as future production partner for early-stage defence startups as they scale