MCLEAN, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Rilian, a provider of AI-native cybersecurity and defense systems integration capabilities, today announced that it has raised $17.5 million in seed and seed extension funding. The round was led by 8VC, First In, and Tamarack Global, with participation from 8090 Industries, Liquid 2 Ventures, Perot Jain, and Protego Ventures. The round will fuel Rilian’s expansion across the United States, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, and other Allied nations, includin