Pulse 2.0

Apple: John Ternus Named CEO And Tim Cook To Become Executive Chairman

QXO: $17 Billion Acquisition Of TopBuild Creates Building Products Distribution Leader

PenFed Foundation For Military Heroes: $1.3 Million Raised At Celebration Of Service Event Supporting Veterans

Sygaldry Technologies: $139 Million Raised To Build Quantum-Accelerated AI Servers

Creao AI: $10 Million Raised To Build Autonomous “Super Agent” Platform For AI Workflows

Avolon: $455 Million Unsecured Revolving Credit Facility Raised To Expand Global Funding Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 11:00 PM

Avolon Holdings Limited announced that it has secured a new $455 million unsecured revolving credit facility, further diversifying its capital base and expanding access to liquidity from Middle Eastern financial institutions.

Deutsche Börse Group: $200 Million Investment In Kraken To Expand Digital Asset Infrastructure

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 10:59 PM

Deutsche Börse Group announced a $200 million strategic investment in Payward, Inc., the infrastructure provider behind the global cryptocurrency platform Kraken. The transaction, executed through a secondary share purchase, gives Deutsche Börse Group a 1.5 percent fully diluted stake in the company.

Rebound Technologies: $2 Million Strategic Investment From KCC Manufacturing To Scale IcePoint Deployment

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 10:15 PM

preferred manufacturing partnership and accelerating the scale-up of Rebound’s IcePoint thermal energy storage technology.

EverGlade: $18.3 Million ARPA-H Funding Secured For Landmark Bio To Advance EV Manufacturing

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 9:58 PM

EverGlade Consulting announced that it supported Landmark Bio in securing up to $18.3 million in funding from Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health. The award will fund the development of a scalable continuous manufacturing platform for extracellular vesicles, a technology with potential applications across advanced therapies including viral vectors and cell therapies.

Hata: $8 Million Raised For Digital Asset Exchange Expansion In Malaysia With Bybit Partnership

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 9:55 PM

Hata, a Malaysia-based digital asset exchange, announced the completion of an $8 million Series A financing round led by Bybit, marking a significant step in scaling the country’s regulated crypto ecosystem. The round also included participation from several global family offices focused on Southeast Asia’s technology and financial markets.

Sequoia Capital: $7 Billion Reportedly Raised For New AI-Focused Expansion Fund

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 6:36 PM

Sequoia Capital has raised about $7 billion for a new fund, marking the first major fundraising effort under its new leadership, according to a Bloomberg report. The funding underscores the firm’s continued push into large-scale, late-stage investments, particularly in artificial intelligence, as venture firms race to back the next generation of dominant tech companies.

Spacecoin: Interview With Founder Tae Oh About The Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:44 PM

Spacecoin is a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) that uses a blockchain-enabled constellation of low-Earth orbit (LEO) nanosatellites to provide secure, affordable, and censorship-resistant internet access to underserved and remote areas globally. Pulse 2.0 interviewed Spacecoin founder Tae Oh to learn more.

Strudel: Interview With Co-Founder & CEO Kristin Isaac About The Engineering Intelligence Company

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:29 PM

Strudel is a Madison-based AI startup that develops patent-pending technology to help software engineers resolve complex technical support tickets 65% faster. The company's breakthrough AI platform delivers 50x ROI by autonomously analyzing system data, logs, and code to provide actionable root cause analysis, bridging the gap between support and engineering teams.. Pulse 2.0 interviewed Strudel co-founder and CEO Kristin Isaac to learn more.

Gridline: Appointment Of Chris Crawford As COO Supports Platform Expansion And Operational Scale

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:25 PM

Gridline announced the appointment of Chris Crawford as chief operating officer, strengthening its leadership team as the company scales its platform for managing private markets investments.

Steele Solutions: Acquisition Of Maysteel Expands Data Center And Electrification Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:25 PM

Steele Solutions, a portfolio company of Revelar Capital, announced it has acquired Maysteel Industries, expanding its capabilities in engineered products and strengthening its position in high-growth end markets, including data centers and electrical infrastructure.

Royer Labs: Acquisition Of Undertone Audio Expands Professional Recording Equipment Portfolio

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:23 PM

Royer Labs announced it has acquired Undertone Audio, a manufacturer of high-end recording equipment, expanding its footprint in the professional audio market and strengthening its product portfolio.

Arrive AI: Engineering Realignment To Accelerate Autonomous Logistics Platform Development

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:22 PM

Arrive AI announced a strategic realignment of its engineering organization to accelerate product development, improve capital efficiency, and support near-term commercial deployments.

Ratio: $15.8 Million Raised And $100 Million Lending Capacity Secured For B2B Cash Flow Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:20 PM

Ratio, an AI-driven fintech platform focused on B2B technology scale-ups, announced it has raised $15.8 million in venture funding and secured $100 million in lending capacity to address persistent cash flow challenges in the sector. The announcement follows the company achieving GAAP profitability in August 2025, underscoring its capital-efficient growth trajectory.

HealPort: $1.2 Million Raised To Scale Global Digital Health Infrastructure

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:19 PM

HealPort announced that it has raised $1.2 million in funding to accelerate the development and deployment of its integrated platforms and supporting infrastructure aimed at strengthening health system intelligence, planning, and decision-making for governments, health agencies, and institutions worldwide.

Paxos Labs: $12 Million Raised For Digital Asset Financial Utility Platform Amplify

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:17 PM

Paxos Labs, a digital asset financial utility platform incubated within Paxos, announced the launch of Amplify alongside the close of a $12 million strategic funding round led by Blockchain Capital, with participation from Robot Ventures, Maelstrom, and Uniswap.

Coursedog: Acquisition Of ClassRanked Expands AI-Driven Academic Operations Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 2:38 PM

Coursedog announced it has acquired ClassRanked, a course evaluations software provider, expanding its Intelligent Academic Operations Platform and strengthening its Assessment Cloud capabilities.

Eli Lilly: Up To $7 Billion Acquisition Of Kelonia Advances In Vivo CAR-T Therapies

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 1:06 PM

Eli Lilly and Company announced a definitive agreement to acquire Kelonia Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on in vivo gene delivery, in a deal valued at up to $7 billion.

Apposite Capital: £100 Million British Business Bank Commitment Targets UK Healthtech Scale-Ups

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:58 PM

The British Business Bank announced a £100 million cornerstone commitment to Apposite Healthcare Growth I, marking its largest fund investment to date and its first partnership with Apposite Capital.

Marriott Vacations Worldwide: $460 Million Securitization Supports Balance Sheet And Liquidity

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:56 PM

Marriott Vacations Worldwide announced the completion of a $460 million securitization of vacation ownership loans, reinforcing its access to capital markets and supporting its broader liquidity strategy.

Vystar: Proposed 50% Stake In R3alm Expands Into AI-Driven Web3 Financial Ecosystem

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:55 PM

Vystar Corporation announced it has entered into a binding letter of intent to acquire a 50% interest in R3alm, a compliance-focused AI and Web3 financial ecosystem designed to bridge traditional finance with decentralized technologies.

Strategy: $2.54 Billion Bitcoin Purchase Lifts Holdings To 815,061 BTC

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:44 PM

Strategy announced it has acquired 34,164 bitcoin for approximately $2.54 billion, increasing its total holdings to 815,061 BTC and reinforcing its position as the largest corporate holder of the digital asset.

Agnico Eagle: Multi-Transaction Strategy To Consolidate Finland’s Central Lapland Greenstone Belt

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:11 PM

Agnico Eagle Mines announced a plan to consolidate its land position in Finland’s Central Lapland Greenstone Belt through three separate transactions, significantly expanding its footprint in one of Europe’s most prospective gold regions.

NPR: $113 Million In Charitable Gifts Led By Connie Ballmer Bolsters Digital Future Amid Funding Cuts

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:09 PM

National Public Radio announced it has received $113 million in charitable donations, led by an $80 million contribution from philanthropist Connie Ballmer, alongside an additional $33 million gift from an anonymous donor.

Sideline Group: $155 Million Debut Fund Targets ‘Offline’ Economy Across Consumer, Sports, And Experiences

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:04 PM

Sideline Group announced the close of its debut fund, raising $155 million in committed capital to invest in what it describes as the “offline” economy, focusing on physical experiences and community-driven businesses.

Arlo Technologies: Acquisition Of Aloe Care Health Expands AI-Powered Platform Into Aging-In-Place Care

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 11:54 AM

Arlo Technologies announced it has acquired Aloe Care Health, an AI-powered medical alert and fall prevention platform, expanding its SaaS offering into the growing market for aging-in-place and wellness care.

Teradyne: Acquisition Of TestInsight Enhances Design-To-Test Software For AI And Data Center Devices

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 11:47 AM

Teradyne, a provider of automated test equipment and advanced robotics, announced it has acquired TestInsight, a semiconductor test development and validation software company, to strengthen its capabilities in design-to-test workflows and accelerate time to market for AI and data center devices.

DLA Piper: Addition Of Partner Josh Elefant Expands Employment Counsel For High-Growth Companies

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 11:42 AM

DLA Piper announced the addition of Josh Elefant as a partner in its Corporate group, strengthening the firm’s labor and employment capabilities for high-growth technology and life sciences companies.

Phonely: $16 Million Raised For AI-Powered Voice Agent Platform To Transform Business Phone Calls

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 9:01 AM

Phonely announced it has raised $16 million in Series A funding, bringing its total capital raised to $19 million. The round was led by Base10 Partners, with participation from Y Combinator and several enterprise customers including Etech Global Services, TSA Group, and Engage CX.

Ondas: $10 Million Order Secured For AI-Powered Border Demining Program

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 9:00 AM

Ondas Inc. announced that its subsidiary, 4M Defense, has received a $10 million initial order as part of a broader $50 million demining program tied to Israel’s eastern border security initiative. The award is linked to a larger $1.7 billion infrastructure effort led by the Israeli Ministry of Defense to develop a new border barrier and supporting systems.

OneVest: Partnership With Mackenzie Investments Advances Digital Transformation For Wealth Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 9:00 AM

OneVest, a provider of next-generation wealth management technology, announced a strategic partnership with Mackenzie Investments to support the asset manager’s digital transformation initiatives across advisor and investor experiences.