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Parker Hannifin To Acquire Filtration Group In $9.25 Billion Deal

Pfizer To Buy Metsera In Deal Valued Up To $10 Billion

Elvee: Interview With Founder & CEO Raz Dar About The Enterprise Workflow Company

Liminal Data: Interview With Co-Founder & EVP Of Innovation Don Kasper About The Identity Intelligence Solutions Company

Joy: $14 Million Series A To Advance AI-Powered Parenting App

Damen Buys I.M.E Group To Expand UK Service Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 2:48 PM

Damen Shipyards Group has announced the acquisition of Southampton-based I.M.E Group Ltd, marking a significant expansion of its service capabilities in the United Kingdom. The acquisition follows years of close collaboration between Damen Services and I.M.E since the establishment of Damen’s UK Service Hub in 2021.

Atlassian Acquires DX To Turn AI-Driven Insights Into Developer Productivity

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 2:46 PM

Atlassian has announced a definitive agreement to acquire DX, a leading provider of engineering intelligence solutions, marking a significant step in the company’s mission to help over 300,000 customers optimize software delivery in the age of AI.

WiSP: Interview With Co-Founder & CEO Liat Kaplan About The Wellness And Safety Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 2:42 PM

WiSP is a wellness and safety consumption platform designed to provide real-time awareness. Pulse 2.0 interviewed WiSP co-founder and CEO Liat Kaplan to gain a deeper understanding of the platform.

WakeCap Buys Trackfy To Expand Into Latin America And Build The Standard For Industrial Intelligence

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 2:35 PM

WakeCap Technologies has expanded its global footprint with the acquisition of Trackfy, a leading Brazilian provider of workforce safety and operational tracking solutions. The move marks the Saudi company’s entry into Latin America and reflects its commitment to scaling globally while deepening its capabilities across the construction and industrial sectors.

QAD | Redzone Acquires Kavida.ai To Accelerate Agentic AI Automation Across Global Manufacturing

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 2:31 PM

QAD | Redzone has announced the acquisition of Kavida Technologies Ltd (Kavida.ai), a UK-based pioneer in agentic AI for industrial companies, as part of its strategy to accelerate its Champion AI roadmap and transform manufacturing and supply chain workflows with intelligent automation. The deal, pending UK regulatory approval, is expected to bring immediate operational impact to manufacturers by automating procurement and supply chain functions and freeing up nearly half of a buyer’s daily workload.

IBM Accelerates Quantum Roadmap With New Nighthawk and Loon Processors, Qiskit Advancements, And Fabrication Breakthroughs

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 2:28 PM

IBM announced significant advancements in quantum computing during its annual Quantum Developer Conference, marking significant progress toward achieving quantum advantage by 2026 and fault-tolerant quantum computing by 2029. The company unveiled new processors, software breakthroughs, and fabrication improvements aimed at accelerating the path toward practical, scalable quantum systems.

Teradar Raises $150 Million To Launch World’s First Terahertz Vision Sensor For Next-Gen Vehicle Safety

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 2:27 PM

Teradar has officially emerged from stealth with the introduction of the world’s first commercial terahertz (THz) vision sensor. This breakthrough could redefine the future of automotive safety and autonomous driving. The $150 million Series B round was led by VXI Capital with participation from IBEX Investors, Capricorn Investment Group, The Engine Ventures (MIT), and Lockheed Martin Ventures. This capital will be used to accelerate production, scale integration with global OEMs, and expand applications in defense, healthcare, and industrial automation.

Modulight Biotherapeutics: $12.2 Million Seed Round Raised To Pioneer Light-Based Therapies For Neurological Disorders

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 2:18 PM

Modulight Biotherapeutics announced the closing of its $12.2 million Seed funding round to accelerate the development of its novel optogenetic therapy platform targeting neurological disorders. The round was led by Jibe Ventures and LocalGlobe, with additional participation from Nexus Neurotech Ventures, RedSeed VC, Secret Chord Ventures, Fresh Fund, Saras Capital, SilverArc Capital, and Sha’ar Mivnim.

Lucky Energy: $25 Million Series B Raised To Accelerate National Growth

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 2:15 PM

Lucky Energy, one of the fastest-growing energy beverage brands in the United States, announced it has raised $25 million in an oversubscribed Series B funding round led by Paine Schwartz Partners. The round included participation from existing investors and new backers such as North Fifth Services, Sequel, and Joyance Partners.

Morgan Stanley And GSA Acquire $1 Billion U.S. Student Housing Portfolio, Expanding To 50 Properties Across 23 States

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 2:13 PM

Morgan Stanley Real Estate Investing and Global Student Accommodation (GSA) have completed the acquisition of a $1 billion portfolio of eight student housing assets across Tier 1 U.S. university markets. The off-market transaction, one of the largest student housing deals in the United States and globally this year, was made through investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Real Estate Investing (MSREI) and marks another milestone in the partnership’s U.S. expansion strategy.

Denali Expands Food Waste Recycling Network Across the Carolinas With Acquisition of SMART Recycling

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 2:10 PM

Denali, the nation’s largest recycler of food and organic materials, announced the acquisition of Charleston-based SMART Recycling, a leading provider of food waste collection and recycling services in South Carolina and North Carolina. The acquisition strengthens Denali’s position as the top provider of sustainable food recycling solutions across the Carolinas.

Turnspire Capital Partners Forms The LifeLine Group Through Dual Acquisition

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 2:08 PM

Turnspire Capital Partners has announced that an affiliate has acquired LifeLine Foods and ICM Biofuels, combining both operations to form The LifeLine Group. The newly established platform will operate its food division as LifeLine Foods and its biofuels business under the rebranded name LifeLine Biofuels. Turnspire partnered with AgraMarke Quality Grains, Inc., a Missouri-based cooperative of corn farmers, in the formation of LifeLine.

Reconomy Strengthens U.S. Footprint With Seventh Platform Acquisition

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 2:03 PM

London-based circular economy services specialist Reconomy has announced the acquisition of Integrated Waste Analysts (IWA), headquartered in Hanover, Maryland, in a move that significantly accelerates its North American growth strategy. IWA becomes the seventh acquisition made by Reconomy’s U.S. platform in just over a year, reinforcing the company’s bid to become a major waste-and-recycling operator in the world’s largest market.

BW Design Group Acquires Malisko To Enhance National Leadership In System Integration And Automation

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 2:00 PM

BW Design Group, a fully integrated architecture, engineering, and construction firm and a leading system integrator serving clients in the food and beverage, life sciences, household and personal care, and advanced technology sectors, has announced the acquisition of Malisko, a nationally recognized system integration and automation company.

FNZ Raises $650 Million To Accelerate Global Wealth Platform Growth

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 1:55 PM

Global wealth management platform FNZ has raised $650 million in new equity funding from its existing institutional shareholders to bolster its long-term business strategy and global expansion. The funding round demonstrates strong confidence in the company’s leadership team, technological innovation, and strategic vision for the future of wealth management.

Brad Englert: Interview With The Author, Advisor, And Technologist

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 1:52 PM

Brad Englert is the former Chief Information Officer at The University of Texas at Austin who now leads Brad Englert Advisory, which offers IT consulting and career mentoring and coaching. Pulse 2.0 interviewed Brad Englert to gain a better understanding of his background.

24 Seven Acquires Markacy To Strengthen AI-Driven Marketing And Growth Strategy

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 1:52 PM

24 Seven has acquired New York–based marketing consulting firm Markacy, strengthening its position as a leader in marketing, creative, and digital talent solutions. The deal expands 24 Seven’s end-to-end marketing capabilities and deepens its expertise in AI consulting, which is increasingly sought after by clients across industries. The acquisition marks the company’s 12th overall and fourth in 2025, reflecting its accelerating growth trajectory under the backing of Morgan Stanley Capital Partners.

Rain Acquires Uptop to Deliver Integrated Stablecoin Rewards Across Enterprise Card and Wallet Programs

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 1:48 PM

Rain has acquired Uptop, an onchain rewards platform that converts everyday card purchases into loyalty for users, brands, and sponsors. The deal expands Rain’s full-stack infrastructure for stablecoin-powered payments and brings integrated rewards into its enterprise-grade platform.

Humanix: $18 Million Raised To Transform Cybersecurity By Defending The Human Layer From Social Engineering Attacks

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 1:45 PM

Humanix announced that it has raised $18 million in combined Seed and Series A funding to combat social engineering attacks in real time, protecting enterprises and their employees from one of the fastest-growing threats in cybersecurity. Acrew Capital led the company’s latest round, while BoldStart Ventures led the Seed round. Humanix’s platform is already being used by leaders in finance, hospitality, and other industries that face growing risks from hackers exploiting people rather than code.

Sweet Security: $75 Million Secured To Power Next-Generation AI And Cloud Runtime Security

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 1:42 PM

Sweet Security has raised $75 million in Series B funding led by Evolution Equity Partners, with participation from Munich Re Ventures, Glilot Capital Partners, and Key1 Capital. The new investment brings the company’s total funding to $120 million. It will accelerate global expansion, product innovation, and customer adoption for its unified Runtime CNAPP platform across cloud and AI environments.

Aclarion: Interview With CEO Brent Ness About The Digital Health Company Addressing A Worldwide Epidemic

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 1:38 PM

Aclarion develops an MRI-based and cloud-enabled software platform to help identify the source of chronic low back pain. Pulse 2.0 interviewed Aclarion CEO Brent Ness to gain a deeper understanding of the company.

Franklin Templeton Expands Benji Technology Platform To Canton Network

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 1:20 PM

The Canton Network announced that Franklin Templeton’s Benji Technology Platform has expanded onto the Canton Blockchain, providing institutional clients with direct access to tokenized investment products. The collaboration strengthens Canton’s position as a leading blockchain network for regulated digital financial markets while enhancing liquidity and interoperability across institutions.

Theo Ai Expands Predictive Legal Platform With New Funding And General Counsel Advisory Board

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:57 PM

Theo Ai, an AI-driven prediction platform for Am Law 200 firms and General Counsels, announced the formation of its General Counsel Advisory Board alongside a new funding round led by Run Ventures, bringing its total funding to date to over $10 million.

Viola Credit Launches €300 Million Growth Lending Fund To Fuel European Tech Expansion

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:34 PM

Viola Credit, a global alternative credit asset manager with $4 billion in assets under management, has launched a new €300 million Growth Lending Fund dedicated to supporting technology companies across Europe. The fund has completed its first close with commitments from new and existing limited partners, led by the British Business Bank and the European Investment Fund (EIF).

USAA Commits $500 Million to Empower Veterans And Military Families Through ‘Honor Through Action’

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:24 PM

This Veterans Day, USAA announced the launch of “Honor Through Action,” a nationwide movement dedicated to providing sustained support for veterans and their families long after the annual holiday. The initiative represents a $500 million commitment over the next five years to drive measurable progress in meaningful careers, financial security, and overall well-being for the military community.

Georgia Tech Unveils Velocity Startups To Fast-Track Founders In Atlanta’s Tech Square

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:11 PM

Georgia Tech has announced the launch of Velocity Startups, a new early-stage accelerator designed to strengthen Atlanta’s growing innovation ecosystem and bridge the gap between research commercialization and scalable ventures. The program reinforces Georgia Tech’s leadership as a national hub for startup development, research translation, and entrepreneurship.

CoreTrust: Interview With CEO James Hallock About The Group Purchasing Organization

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 8:32 AM

CoreTrust is a group purchasing organization (GPO) and cooperative that helps businesses reduce their indirect procurement costs (i.e., non-production supplies & services) by leveraging collective buying power. Pulse 2.0 interviewed CoreTrust CEO James Hallock to gain a deeper understanding of the company.

Frugal: $5 Million Seed Funding Raised To Advance Application Cost Engineering For Cloud And AI Efficiency

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 8:23 AM

Frugal AI, a pioneering company in application cost optimization, announced the closing of a $5 million seed funding round to advance its Application Cost Engineering (ACE) platform, designed to curb the growing costs of AI and cloud services directly at the source code level. Whitecap Venture Partners led the round with participation from Mistral Venture Partners, as well as the founders of Snyk and CloudCheckr. The company was founded by serial entrepreneurs Mike Weider, Craig Conboy, and Rob Calendino.

Meperia: Strategic Investment Secured From Diversis Capital To Advance Global Expansion

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 8:21 AM

Meperia, a leading provider of healthcare procurement intelligence and strategic sourcing solutions, announced that it has received a strategic growth investment from Diversis Capital, a technology-focused private equity firm with $3 billion in assets under management.

BizCap: $15 Million Growth Financing Secured For Gehr Industries To Support Expansion Across North America

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 8:17 AM

BizCap, a national commercial finance and advisory firm, announced it has successfully structured and secured a $15 million asset-based revolving credit facility for Gehr Industries, a privately held multi-division industrial distributor and custom fabricator with more than 60 years of experience serving contractor, distributor, retail, and infrastructure markets across North America.