Innovation

Nomi Health: Investment Raised From Inspirit Equity

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 4:12 PM

Nomi Health, a direct healthcare company focused on providing real-time access to affordable care, announced a strategic investment from Inspirit Equity, a private equity firm founded by Charles Gores, son of Michigan native and Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores.

Aira: €150 Million Raised For Advancing Electrification Of Residential Heating In Europe

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:55 PM

Aira has announced its expansion into Germany, Italy, and the UK, becoming a clean energy-tech company in Europe with an annual sales run rate of €200 million. And the company has raised €150 million in equity financing.

Silver Lake: $400 Million Digital Infrastructure Platform Launched Silver Lake, a leader in technology investing, has partnered with Commonwealth Asset Management’s Adam Fisher and Peter Rumbold to launch a digital infrastructure platform backed by $400 million. The venture aims to build a global portfolio of powered land sites to meet rising data center demand, leveraging Silver Lake’s data center expertise and Fisher and Rumbold’s real estate and infrastructure experience. The platform integrates grid and onsite power solutions for rapid deployment in high-growth markets across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., addressing the increasing scarcity of power access. With plans for over six gigawatts of power capacity, the initiative targets hyperscalers as global data center energy needs are projected to surge 50% by 2027 and up to 165% through the decade. KEY QUOTES: “This investment represents a long-term commitment to not only meeting the immediate needs of AI-driven data center growth but also positioning the company as a leader in the future of digital infrastructure and a one stop shop for rapidly growing developers and hyperscalers. Our innovative approach to land and power solutions, combined with strategic relationships with key energy partners, will enable us to meet the evolving demands of hyperscalers with a holistic, differentiated approach.” Lee Wittlinger, Managing Director at Silver Lake “Data centers are a critical infrastructure in modern society and with the immense growth of AI and cloud computing, the ability to deploy large-scale data centers rapidly with secure, scalable power is crucial. With our combined expertise at the cross section of real estate, infrastructure and technology, we’re excited to partner with Silver Lake to create a platform that is uniquely positioned to take advantage of this demand by providing turnkey land and power solutions in highly strategic global locations to transform the future of digital infrastructure.” Adam Fisher

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:50 PM

Silver Lake, a leader in technology investing, has partnered with Commonwealth Asset Management’s Adam Fisher and Peter Rumbold to launch a digital infrastructure platform backed by $400 million.

iQor Buys JumpCrew For Expanding CXBPO Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:47 PM

iQor CXBPO has acquired JumpCrew, a leading provider of outsourced B2B sales and marketing solutions, to broaden its tech-enabled customer experience services. The move strengthens iQor’s position as a full-service CX partner by integrating lead generation, sales, content creation, and RevOps automation.

Tahoe Therapeutics: $30 Million Raised To Develop Dataset For Training Virtual Cell Models

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:43 PM

Tahoe Therapeutics has raised $30 million to develop a large-scale dataset for training Virtual Cell Models. Led by Amplify Partners and supported by investors such as Databricks Ventures and General Catalyst.

SeaX: Interview With Founder & CEO Kid Parchariyanon About The Early-Stage Investment Firm

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:38 PM

Southeast Asia Exponential Ventures (SeaX) is a VC fund investing globally in early-stage companies with game-changing “exponential” technologies. Pulse 2.0 interviewed SeaX founder and CEO Kid Parchariyanon to gain a deeper understanding of the firm.

Equillium: Up To $50 Million Financing Raised To Advance EQ504

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:35 PM

Equillium has secured a securities purchase agreement with leading healthcare investors to raise to $50 million. The financing includes an upfront payment of $30 million for approximately 52.6 million shares or pre-funded warrants at $0.57 per share, plus an additional $20 million contingent upon meeting specific milestones. New investors include ADAR1 Capital Management, Janus Henderson Investors, Adage Capital Partners, Coastlands Capital, and Woodline Partners.

Nokken: Investment Raised From Limestone Capital For Advancing Modular Hospitality Expansion

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:22 PM

Limestone Capital, a Swiss private equity firm, has acquired over 30% of Nokken, a UK company specializing in modular cabins. The partnership will support Nokken's expansion across Europe, the UK, the US, Asia, and Australasia, underscoring Limestone's commitment to innovative, sustainable hospitality ventures.

Accel-KKR: $1.9 Billion Continuation Fund Closed To Support The Growth of isolved

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 3:02 PM

Accel-KKR, a technology-focused investment firm, has completed AKKR Isosceles CV LP, a $1.9 billion single-asset continuation fund to extend its partnership with isolved, a human capital management software provider.

Paramount Signs $7.7 Billion Deal For UFC Events

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:35 PM

Paramount and TKO Group have announced a seven-year media rights deal, making Paramount the exclusive U.S. broadcaster of all UFC events starting in 2026.

Novig: $18 Million Series A Raised For Scaling P2P Sports Prediction Market

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 11:49 AM

Novig, the leading U.S. peer-to-peer sports (P2P) prediction market, has closed an $18 million Series A funding round led by Forerunner, with backing from Y Combinator, NFX, Perceptive Ventures, and Gaingels. Founded by Jacob Fortinsky and Kelechi Ukah, Novig enables users to trade directly with one another, eliminating the hidden fees and biased odds typically found in traditional sportsbooks.

Docyt: $12 Million Raised For AI-Based Accounting Automation

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 10:06 AM

Docyt recently launched High Precision Accounting Intelligence (HpAI), an AI engine designed to automate complex accounting workflows with high accuracy. Backed by a $12 million pre-Series B funding round led by Pivot Investment Partners, Docyt aims to expand its AI across accounting firms and multi-entity businesses.

White & Case: Robin Melman Named As Partner In New York

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 10:02 AM

White & Case has added Robin Melman as a partner in its New York office, expanding its Global M&A and Employment Practices. Melman specializes in executive compensation and employee benefits, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions.

beatBread: $124 Million Raised To Expand Artist Funding

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 9:55 AM

beatBread, a music funding platform, has raised $124 million in credit and equity from investors including Citi, Deciens Capital, Mucker Capital, and Advantage Capital to support its growth.

OneSkin: $20 Million Raised From Prelude Growth

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 9:38 AM

OneSkin, a biotech-driven skin longevity brand, has secured $20 million in Series A funding from Prelude Growth Partners. Unlike typical funding rounds, Prelude Growth initiated the investment, allowing OneSkin to bring on a growth-focused partner as they scale. The backing highlights growing interest in skin longevity and OneSkin’s leadership in this space.

EDGX: €2.3 Million Seed Raised To Develop AI-Based Edge Computers For Satellite Constellations

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 9:24 AM

Belgian spacetech startup EDGX has raised €2.3 million in seed funding to advance the commercialisation of its Sterna edge AI computer for satellites. The company secured a €1.1 million deal with a satellite operator and plans an in-orbit demo on SpaceX’s Falcon 9 in February 2026. Backers include the imec.istart future fund and Flanders Future Tech Fund, alongside further investment from imec.istart.

Pantomath: $30 Million Series B Raised For AI-Based Data Operations Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 9:23 AM

Pantomath, an AI-based data operations platform, has raised $30 million in Series B funding led by General Catalyst, with participation from existing and new investors. Building on its $14 million Series A round in late 2023, this funding will support product development, market expansion, and strategic hiring to meet demand for automated AI Data Reliability Engineer (DRE) solutions.

Appian: Interview With SVP Of Engineering Medhat Galal About Solving Enterprise Complexity With Simplicity

By Shan Sadiq ● Today at 8:00 AM

Appian is a leading enterprise software platform that simplifies how organizations build, automate, and optimize business processes. Known for its low-code approach, Appian empowers enterprises to create powerful applications with minimal coding, bringing together workflow automation, AI, and data integration in a single unified environment. Pulse 2.0 interviewed SVP of Engineering Medhat Galal to learn more about his role.

decisionMe: Interview With Founder & Chief Decision Guide Glenn House About The Decision-Making Tool Company

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 8:00 AM

decisionMe is a company that provides a platform and services to help individuals and teams make better and more informed decisions. Pulse 2.0 interviewed decisionMe founder and Chief Decision Guide Glenn D. House, Sr. to gain a deeper understanding of the company.

Merchant Partners Collaborating With Sterling Trustees To Expand Trust Capabilities For RIAs

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:33 AM

Merchant, a global provider of growth capital and strategic support for independent financial services firms, has formed a strategic partnership with Sterling Trustees. Sterling Trustees, an independent trust company based in South Dakota, administers over $11 billion in client assets globally and maintains its independence by separating the trustee and investment advisory roles.

Tracelight: $3.6 Million Seed Funding Raised To Make Financial Models Easier To Build

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:33 AM

Tracelight, a UK-based AI firm, has secured $3.6 million in seed funding led by Chalfen Ventures, with notable angel investors participating. The company streamlines financial modelling by integrating large language models (LLMs) with Excel, automating tasks such as formula writing, model validation, and natural language analysis.

Cloud Software Group To Buy Arctera

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:25 AM

Cloud Software Group will acquire Arctera, a global data management company formed in 2024 from Veritas’ Enterprise Data Protection business and Cohesity, from Carlyle-affiliated funds. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Maxwell Biosciences: $20 Million Raised For Immune-Inspired Small Molecules

By Amit Chowdhry ● Today at 12:22 AM

Maxwell Biosciences, a global health technology firm, has secured $20 million in funding to support FDA clinical trials and AI-based research.

MasterBrand: $3.6 Billion Merger With American Woodmark

By Amit Chowdhry ● Yesterday at 11:38 PM

MasterBrand and American Woodmark Corporation have signed an agreement for an all-stock merger, creating a company with a combined equity value of $ 2.4 billion and an enterprise value of $3.6 billion. American Woodmark shareholders will receive 5.150 shares of MasterBrand for each share they own. Following the merger, MasterBrand shareholders will hold 63% of the combined company, while American Woodmark shareholders will own 37%.

PartnerOne Acquires Workforce Technology Provider Monster Government Solutions

By Amit Chowdhry ● Yesterday at 11:33 PM

PartnerOne has acquired Monster Government Solutions, a major provider of workforce technology for government organisations. For over 24 years, MonsterGov has helped public sector entities match skilled professionals with appropriate roles, serving federal, state, and local agencies.

Alcon To Buy STAAR Surgical In $1.5 Billion Deal

By Amit Chowdhry ● Yesterday at 11:23 PM

Alcon has announced a definitive agreement to acquire STAAR Surgical Company, maker of the EVO Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) for vision correction in patients with moderate to high myopia, including astigmatism.

Ripple To Buy Stablecoin Payments Company Rail For $200 Million

By Amit Chowdhry ● Yesterday at 11:17 PM

Ripple has agreed to acquire Rail, a stablecoin-powered payments platform, for $200 million. This move enhances Ripple's position in digital asset payment infrastructure by adding Rail’s virtual accounts and automated back-office capabilities.

HistoSonics: Univ. Of Michigan Spin-Out Sells Majority Stake In $2.25 Billion Deal

By Amit Chowdhry ● Yesterday at 10:58 PM

HistoSonics, creator of the Edison Histotripsy System, has been acquired in a majority stake deal by global investors including K5 Global, Bezos Expeditions, and Wellington Management, valuing the company at $2.25 billion. Additional investors include Alpha JWC Ventures, Alpha Wave Ventures, Johnson & Johnson - JJDC, Inc., and others.

Barings And Brennan Create Industrial Outdoor Storage JV

By Amit Chowdhry ● Yesterday at 10:27 PM

Barings has announced a joint venture with Brennan Investment Group to acquire $150 million in Industrial Outdoor Storage (IOS) assets, starting with a two-building, 4.75-acre property in Denver, CO.

Strand Therapeutics: $153 Million Series B Funding Raised To Advance Programmable mRNA Therapeutic Pipeline

By Amit Chowdhry ● Yesterday at 10:23 PM

Strand Therapeutics has secured $153 million in Series B funding, led by Kinnevik and joined by new and existing investors, raising its total to over $250 million.