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TechCrunch · October 31, 2026 · On the brief until November 14, 2026

Salesforce’s M&A spree continues with a reported $375M deal for defense tech startup Rune

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Predicting military supply needs and managing field logistics

Salesforce agreed to acquire defense startup Rune Technologies for $375 million in cash and stock. The purchase allows Salesforce's Missionforce unit to move beyond back-office planning to support active battlefield operations. Military supply chains will now integrate commercial predictive software directly into field management.

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Commercial software providers face distinct operational shifts when moving from back-office administrative work to frontline battlefield logistics.

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