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Queenie Wong
Tech reporter at the Los Angeles Times with expertise covering startups and regional technology trends; featured to discuss the surge of venture funding into L.A. defense tech companies.
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Oct 2, 2025
• 9min
VCs are investing in LA's defense tech startups
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Queenie Wong, a tech reporter at the Los Angeles Times, discusses the explosive growth of defense tech funding in L.A., with companies raising $4 billion this year alone. She explores why venture capitalists are drawn to military-focused technology, highlighting the profit motives tied to defense contracts. Wong shares insights on notable startups like DeRoll, which secured a massive $2.5 billion round. Additionally, she reflects on the growing tension within the tech workforce over military collaborations and their impact on ethical considerations.
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