Code Metal, a Boston-based startup, has raised $125 million in a Series B funding round to further develop its AI-powered code translation and verification platform. This investment follows a previous $36 million round led by Accel, indicating growing confidence in the company’s approach. Established in 2023, Code Metal specializes in translating legacy software for defense contractors, focusing on modernization without introducing new bugs.
Utilizing artificial intelligence, Code Metal generates and converts code across various programming languages. The startup’s expertise in code translation and verification for the defense sector has attracted major clients such as L3Harris, RTX, and the US Air Force. Partnerships with companies like Toshiba and discussions with a significant chip manufacturer highlight Code Metal’s expanding reach into diverse technology sectors.
Code Metal’s software platform facilitates the translation of code from high-level languages like Python and C++ to lower-level languages optimized for specific hardware configurations. This capability streamlines the development process for defense applications and potentially enhances interoperability across different systems.
CEO Peter Morales, with experience at Microsoft and MIT Lincoln Laboratory, emphasizes the growing recognition of challenges within the tech industry that Code Metal aims to address.
Source: WIRED