Innovation

Uniphore: $260 Million Series F At $2.5 Billion Valuation Raised To Advance Leadership In Business AI

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Uniphore, the Business AI company, announced the closing of a $260 million Series F funding round led by NVIDIA, AMD, Snowflake, and Databricks. The funding round also saw participation from NEA, March Capital, BNF Capital, National Grid Partners, and Prosperity7 Ventures, among others. The new funding values the company at $2.5 billion and will be used to expand innovation and adoption of its flagship platform, the Business AI Cloud.

Sizable Energy: $8 Million Raised For Launching Ocean-Based Long-Duration Energy Storage Technology

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Sizable Energy, an innovator in ocean-based long-duration energy storage (LDES), announced it has raised $8 million in new funding to accelerate the commercial deployment of its offshore pumped hydro system. The investment round was led by Playground Global, with participation from Exa Ventures, Verve Ventures, Satgana, EDEN/IAG, and Unruly Capital, which led a previous round.

Catalyst OrthoScience: $15 Million Closed For Expanding Shoulder Arthroplasty Portfolio

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Catalyst OrthoScience, a private medical technology company focused on advancing shoulder arthroplasty through simplified, surgeon-centric innovation, announced that it has raised $15 million in new equity and debt financing. The funding round was led by RC Capital, with participation from Mutual Capital Partners, Dr. Derace Schaffer, and Western Alliance Bank, Member FDIC.

smartbax: €4.7 Million Pre-Series A Funding Raised To Advance Antibiotics Against Drug-Resistant Bacteria

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

smartbax, a biotechnology company pioneering innovative small-molecule antibiotics to combat multidrug-resistant bacteria, announced the first closing of its €4.7 million Pre-Series A financing round. The investment was led by new backers Anobis Asset and Bayern Kapital, with participation from UnternehmerTUM Funding for Innovators, as well as returning investors High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF) and Boehringer Ingelheim Venture Fund (BIVF). The round remains open for additional investors in a second closing.

Hologic Going Private In $18.3 Billion With Blackstone And TPG

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Hologic, a leader in women’s health, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by funds managed by Blackstone and TPG in a transaction valued at up to $79 per share, representing an enterprise value of approximately $18.3 billion.

The Jackson Laboratory Buying New York Stem Cell Foundation For Transforming Biomedical Research

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

The Jackson Laboratory (JAX), a global leader in genetics and genomic medicine, announced the completion of its acquisition of the New York Stem Cell Foundation (NYSCF), a pioneering nonprofit focused on advancing cures through stem cell science. The unification creates one of the most comprehensive nonprofit platforms for biomedical discovery, merging JAX’s world-class expertise in genetics and preclinical modeling with NYSCF’s advanced capabilities in stem cell automation and high-throughput research.

Cyclana Bio: £5 Million Raised To Advance Drug Discovery For Endometriosis Through Whole-Tissue Research Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Cyclana Bio, a biotechnology company pioneering tissue-level approaches to women’s health, announced the closing of a £5 million pre-seed funding round, co-led by NfX and Eka VC, with participation from Cocoa VC, Wilbe, and several angel investors. The funding will accelerate the development of Cyclana’s tissue-based drug discovery platform and support the company’s observational clinical trial aimed at improving outcomes for women with endometriosis.

Enko Capital: $100 Million Raised At First Close For Flagship Private Credit Fund

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Enko Capital, an Africa-focused alternative asset manager with US$1.3 billion in assets under management (AUM), announced the first close of its flagship impact-focused private credit strategy, securing US$100 million toward a target of US$150 million and a hard cap of US$200 million. The fund aims to provide flexible, USD-denominated financing to mid-market companies across Sub-Saharan Africa, strengthening access to capital for enterprises driving sustainable economic growth on the continent.

etalytics: Series A Extended To €16 Million With M12’s Strategic Investment

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

etalytics, a German deep tech company specializing in AI-powered energy intelligence, announced the successful closing of an €8 million Series A extension, bringing its total Series A funding to €16 million. The funding round was led by M12, Microsoft’s Venture Fund, with continued participation from existing investors Alstin Capital (Carsten Maschmeyer), ebm-papst, and BMH.

Tri Star Sports & Entertainment Buying The LRW Group

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Tri Star Sports & Entertainment Group announced the acquisition of The LRW Group, a Miami-based business management firm serving Fortune 500 clients and high-profile figures in entertainment and music. The deal not only strengthens Tri Star’s presence on the East Coast but also marks a historic milestone for women’s leadership in the entertainment business management industry.

Dagley Insurance And Aegis Insurance Merging By End Of Year

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Dagley Insurance Agency and Aegis Insurance and Financial Services have announced plans to merge by the end of 2025, forming a unified, best-in-class insurance organization that will serve clients across both personal and commercial sectors. The merger will combine Dagley’s leadership in personal lines with Aegis’s specialized expertise in commercial insurance, delivering comprehensive solutions and enhanced value to individuals, families, and businesses nationwide. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Peak Re: KKR And Quadrantis Capital Join As Minority Investors

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Peak Reinsurance Company Limited (Peak Re), a global reinsurer headquartered in Hong Kong, announced that funds managed by KKR and Quadrantis Capital have entered into definitive agreements to acquire minority stakes in the company through Peak Reinsurance Holdings Limited.

Property Finder: $250 Million Financing Secured From Ares Management To Advance Regional Growth

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Property Finder, a leading property platform in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, announced that it has agreed with Ares Credit funds for a $250 million debt financing commitment. The funding will be used to advance Property Finder’s growth strategy, drive innovation through AI-powered solutions, and expand its presence across the region.

AEA Private Debt: $550 Million Credit Continuation Vehicle Closed

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

AEA Private Debt, the private credit arm of AEA Investors, announced the closing of an approximately $550 million credit continuation vehicle, led by Carlyle AlpInvest, a leading global private equity investor. The deal, which also includes additional capital for new loan origination, represents a significant milestone in AEA’s ongoing growth and innovation in the private debt market.

Chemify: Over $50 Million Series B Raised To Expand Global Network of Digital Chemistry Facilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Chemify, a company pioneering the fusion of chemistry, robotics, computation, and artificial intelligence, announced it has raised more than $50 million in an oversubscribed Series B funding round. The financing was co-led by Wing Venture Capital and Insight Partners, with participation from 8VC, Triatomic Capital, Blueyard, Rockspring, and Eos.

Google.org: $2 Million Awarded To National Applied AI Consortium To Expand AI Workforce Training Across the U.S.

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

The National Applied AI Consortium (NAAIC), a national initiative led by Miami Dade College in partnership with Houston City College and Maricopa Community Colleges, announced a $2 million award from Google.org to advance its mission of training the next generation of American AI professionals through community colleges.

Exotic Automation & Supply To Buy West Michigan Rubber & Supply

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Exotic Automation & Supply, a leading Parker Hannifin distributor and provider of motion and control solutions, announced it has completed the necessary steps to acquire West Michigan Rubber & Supply Co., a Muskegon-based industrial supplier of hose, rubber, and belting products. The acquisition, effective December 1, 2025, will combine two Parker Hannifin distributors with nearly 130 years of combined experience, expanding product offerings and services across West Michigan.

PSD Citywide: Strategic Investment Raised From Norwest To Advance Expansion Of Cloud-Based Asset Management Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

PSD Citywide, a leading provider of cloud-based enterprise asset management (EAM) solutions for municipalities, announced that it has received a strategic growth investment from Norwest, a global growth equity and venture capital firm.

Bluespring Wealth Expanding Leadership And Business Development Teams With Key Executive Appointments

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Bluespring Wealth Partners, a leading acquirer and partner to independent registered investment advisers (RIAs) and hybrid wealth management firms, announced a series of strategic leadership appointments designed to accelerate its national growth and enhance advisor support. The firm has added three seasoned executives to its leadership team and two new directors to its business development organization, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, integration, and client experience.

Caylent Buying Trek10 To Form Comprehensive Dedicated AWS Services Partner

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Caylent, an Amazon Web Services (AWS) Premier Tier Services Partner, announced that it has acquired Trek10 Inc., also an AWS Premier Tier Services Partner, in a strategic move that creates the industry’s most comprehensive dedicated AWS services provider.

Throne Labs: $15 Million Series B Raised For Expanding Smart Restroom Infrastructure Nationwide

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Throne Labs, a leading innovative infrastructure company operating the largest network of connected public restrooms in the United States, announced the initial close of its $15 million Series B funding round. The investment, led by Brentwood Associates with participation from Uncorrelated Ventures, Dipalo Ventures, Rabil Ventures, and Arpinine Management, will support the company’s rapid national expansion following strong adoption in major metropolitan areas, including Washington, D.C., the Bay Area, Los Angeles, and Michigan. Additional capacity for new investors remains open ahead of the final close.

BridgePeak Energy Capital: Over $1.3 Billion In U.S. Energy Loans Closed Through Q3 2025

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

BridgePeak Energy Capital, a leading national provider of energy finance solutions, announced that it originated more than $1.3 billion in loans through the first nine months of 2025. The financing activity encompasses development facilities, construction loans, and term debt, supporting projects across various energy technologies and regions, with a particular focus on solar, energy storage, and biofuels.

roclub: $11.7 Million Series A Raised To Expand U.S. Teleoperations And Address Medical Technologist Shortages

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

roclub, the teleoperation platform for medical technology, announced it has raised $11.7 million in Series A funding to accelerate its expansion into the U.S. market. The funding round was co-led by Smedvig Ventures and YZR, with participation from existing investor Speedinvest and a group of angel investors.

Trinity Consultants Buying GeoSystems Analysis To Expand Water And Ecology Services Portfolio

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Trinity Consultants, a global environmental consulting firm serving the EHS regulatory compliance, built environment, life sciences, and water and ecology markets, announced the acquisition of GeoSystems Analysis, a hydrology and natural resources consultancy headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, with offices in Arizona, New Mexico, and Oregon, and additional resources in Nevada and Peru. The deal advances Trinity’s growth strategy and expands its service capabilities for clients in North America and international markets.

Findem: $51 Million Closed To Advance AI-Driven Hiring Through Expert-Labeled Talent Dataset

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Findem, an AI-based talent acquisition and management platform that combines human expertise with machine intelligence, announced that it has raised $51 million in new funding to accelerate the development of its domain-specific Talent AI. The funding round includes a Series C led by SLW, with participation from Wing Ventures, Harmony Capital, Four Rivers Group, and growth financing from J.P. Morgan, bringing Findem’s total funding to $105 million.

Hyro: $45 Million Raised To Advance AI Agent Adoption Across Healthcare Systems

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Hyro, a leading Responsible AI Agent Platform for healthcare, announced it has raised $45 million in a strategic growth round led by Healthier Capital, with participation from Norwest and Define Ventures, alongside existing backers. Strategic investors Bon Secours Mercy Health and ServiceNow Ventures also joined the round. The funding comes just 10 months after Hyro’s previous raise, doubling the company’s valuation and bringing total capital raised to $95 million.

Doppel: Interview With Co-Founder & CEO Kevin Tian About The Cybersecurity Company

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Doppel is a cybersecurity company focused on defending organizations against social-engineering attacks by leveraging AI-driven tools and intelligence. Pulse 2.0 interviewed Doppel co-founder and CEO Kevin Tian to gain a deeper understanding of the company.

Printr: $4.5 Million Raised For First ‘Every Chain’ Token Launchpad

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Printr, a chain-abstracted launchpad designed for the memecoin era, announced the successful completion of $4.5 million in total funding alongside the official launch of its product. The company positions itself as the first platform to enable seamless token launches across multiple blockchains simultaneously, addressing one of the most persistent challenges in crypto: fragmented liquidity.

Platform Engineering Labs: Interview With Co-Founder & CEO Pavlo Baron About The Infrastructure As Code Company

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Platform Engineering Labs is an Infrastructure as Code (IaC) company that recently launched formae, its groundbreaking open source platform built for the future that empowers engineers to automate, unify, and evolve infrastructure at scale—without the usual complexity or risk. Pulse 2.0 interviewed Platform Engineering Labs co-founder and CEO Pavlo Baron to gain a deeper understanding of the company.

Rubrik: Agent Cloud Launched To Advance Scalable Enterprise AI Agent Deployments

By Amit Chowdhry ● Oct 22, 2025

Rubrik, the Security and AI Operations Company, has announced the launch of the Rubrik Agent Cloud, a platform designed to help enterprises deploy AI agents at scale while maintaining complete visibility, control, and security.