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Tern AI

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Rocket Ship Rating: 89 out of 100

TERN’s patented Independently Derived Positioning System (IDPS™) is a new positioning architecture delivering intelligent, independent navigation without reliance on satellites, signals, or external infrastructure.

  • Logistics & supply chain
  • Mobility, autonomy & EVs
  • Space, aerospace & defense
  • AI native
Status
Operatingas of 2026-09-18
Business model
B2B
Headquarters
United States
Employees
more than two dozen employeesSource (opens in a new tab)
Customers
serves a diverse clientele, including the US government, military, automotive manufacturers, environmental companies, delivery services, logistics providers, and emergency services.
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Record updated 28 September 2026

About

TERN’s IDPS™ redefines navigation by using a proprietary AI engine to interpret real-time map and existing vehicle sensor data providing uninterrupted, high-accuracy positioning without GPS, GNSS, or cellular signals.

Funding snapshot

Total raised
$11.7MSEC form D sum, as of 2026-09-28Source (opens in a new tab)
Latest round
Round, $11.7M2024-05-06

Funding rounds

Round, 2024
$11.7M2024-05-06, SEC form D sold, 19 investors

Products

Other
IDPS™
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