Mergers & Acquisitions

DataCamp Buys Optima To Build The AI Learning Engine Of The Future

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 12, 2025

DataCamp, the leading online learning platform for data and AI skills, has announced the acquisition of Optima, a Dubai-based AI-native learning platform designed to personalize data and AI education. The deal marks a significant step in DataCamp’s strategy to expand its AI-driven learning capabilities while accelerating its path toward crossing $100 million in annualized recurring revenue (ARR) by 2026.

Meditology Services Acquires CORL To Enhance Healthcare Third-Party Risk Management Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 12, 2025

Meditology Services, a leading provider of cybersecurity and compliance consulting for the healthcare industry, announced the acquisition of CORL Technologies, a recognized leader in third-party risk management (TPRM) services. The transaction enhances Meditology’s cybersecurity and compliance portfolio with CORL’s data-driven insights, proven TPRM programs, and managed services.

ABN AMRO To Acquire NIBC Bank From Blackstone In €960 Million Deal

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 12, 2025

ABN AMRO Bank N.V. announced that it has reached an agreement with Blackstone to acquire NIBC Bank, marking a significant step in strengthening ABN AMRO’s retail and commercial banking presence in the Netherlands.

Stingray Group Acquires TuneIn To Create A Global Audio Streaming And Advertising Powerhouse

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 11, 2025

Stingray Group, a global leader in music and video content distribution, business services, and advertising solutions, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire TuneIn Holdings, Inc., a leading live audio streaming and ad monetization platform. The transaction is valued at up to $175 million, with $150 million to be paid at closing and an additional $25 million payable one year post-closing.

Lido Partners With Fountainhead Advisors To Expand National Wealth Management Footprint

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 11, 2025

Lido Advisors, a national wealth advisory firm managing over $38 billion in regulatory assets under management (RAUM), has announced its partnership with Fountainhead Advisors, an independent wealth management firm based in Warren, New Jersey. Fountainhead Advisors manages over $1.2 billion in RAUM and specializes in delivering bespoke wealth planning and investment strategies for high-net-worth clients.

Fox Entertainment Acquires Meet Cute To Expand Creator-Driven Content Pipeline

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 11, 2025

FOX Entertainment has announced the acquisition of Meet Cute, the popular audio drama platform recognized for its rapid development of scripted storytelling. The acquisition advances FOX Entertainment’s platform-agnostic content strategy and expands its creator incubator ecosystem. The move is aimed at strengthening the company’s ability to develop and test new storytelling formats, build intellectual property from emerging voices, and create adaptable content that can be deployed across various media formats.

MedEvolve Acquired By Emergence To Accelerate AI-Driven Revenue Cycle Transformation

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 11, 2025

MedEvolve, a company specializing in AI-powered revenue cycle automation and analytics for healthcare organizations, announced its acquisition by Emergence, an enterprise backed by The Pritzker Organization. The deal brings together MedEvolve’s Effective Intelligence platform with Emergence’s software expertise and long-term investment approach.

Parker Hannifin To Acquire Filtration Group In $9.25 Billion Deal

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 11, 2025

Parker Hannifin announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Filtration Group for $9.25 billion in a transaction that will significantly expand Parker’s filtration portfolio and strengthen its global aftermarket presence. The acquisition is being completed on a cash-free and debt-free basis and is expected to be financed through new debt and available cash. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions, with completion expected within six to twelve months.

AMD Completes Acquisition Of MK1 To Strengthen High-Speed AI Inference Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 11, 2025

AMD announced the completion of its acquisition of MK1, a Mountain View, California-based company specializing in high-speed inference and reasoning AI technologies designed for large-scale deployments. The deal marks a significant step in AMD’s strategy to advance AI performance and efficiency across hardware and software layers.

Bond Acquires Armadillo To Expand Global CRM And Loyalty Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 11, 2025

Bond, a customer intelligence-driven engagement company backed by Mountaingate Capital, has acquired Armadillo, a UK-based CRM and relationship marketing agency. The acquisition enhances Bond’s end-to-end customer engagement offering by integrating Armadillo’s CRM and personalization expertise with Bond’s loyalty technology, data science, and enterprise marketing capabilities.

Citizens Private Bank Expands In Los Angeles With New Market Team

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 11, 2025

Citizens announced an expansion of its Private Bank in Southern California through the addition of a Los Angeles-based team and plans to open new private banking offices serving the Beverly Hills and South Bay communities. This move advances the bank’s strategy to deliver high-touch, holistic banking capabilities in regions with strong demand for customized financial services.

Citrin Cooperman Establishes First Nashville Office Through Addition Of KBFM Team

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 11, 2025

Citrin Cooperman Advisors announced the joining of partners and employees from KBFM, a Nashville-based business management and tax firm. The transaction marks Citrin Cooperman’s entry into the Nashville market and establishes its first physical office in the city. The move pushes the firm’s local headcount above 20 and reflects a long-term commitment to the region’s expanding economic landscape.

Eagle Partners Buys 350 Unit Community For $107 Million To Convert Market Rate Units To Affordable Housing

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 11, 2025

Eagle Partners announced the closing of a $107 million acquisition of The Hills at Hacienda Heights, a 350 unit apartment community located in the San Gabriel Valley region of Los Angeles. The company will convert the market rate property into long term affordable housing and invest in improvements intended to enhance resident quality of life. The acquisition was completed in partnership with Red Stone Equity Partners, JPMorgan Chase, the California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA), and Affordable Housing Access.

BTQ Buys QPerfect To Establish Fully Integrated Neutral Atom Quantum Technology Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 11, 2025

BTQ Technologies announced that it has exercised its option to acquire QPerfect, a neutral atom quantum computing company based at the European Center for Quantum Science in Strasbourg. The acquisition is expected to close by the end of 2025, subject to customary closing conditions, including approval from French authorities for foreign direct investment and approval from the stock exchange. BTQ has also made a strategic investment of approximately €2 million for a minority stake in QPerfect, ahead of a complete acquisition.

Studiosity Buys Norvalid To Advance Learning Validation In Higher Education

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 11, 2025

Studiosity has announced the acquisition of Norvalid, expanding its research-supported learning and writing support platform with new student authorship validation capabilities. The acquisition introduces a validation-focused approach that offers educational institutions an alternative to punitive AI detection measures, supporting student development in critical thinking and communication skills.

Kaltura To Acquire eSelf.ai In $27 Million Deal To Expand AI Virtual Agent Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 11, 2025

Kaltura announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire eSelf.ai, a multimodal AI company specializing in conversational, photorealistic avatars designed for real-time interaction. The acquisition supports Kaltura’s strategic expansion from providing enterprise video experiences to enabling immersive virtual agents and AI-driven interactive environments across customer and employee applications.