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Atlassian, known for its suite of collaboration and productivity tools used by millions of professionals around the world, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire New York-based The Browser Company. Known for its innovative work on the Dia and Arc browsers, The Browser Company has been at the forefront of rethinking how people interact with the web. This deal marks a step toward reshaping the browser experience for the modern knowledge worker, especially in a time increasingly defined by artificial intelligence and cloud-based applications.

Rithm Capital, a global alternative asset manager known for its expansive reach across credit, real estate, and structured finance, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Crestline Management, L.P., a respected alternative investment firm with approximately $17 billion in assets under management.

Modern Wealth Management has announced the acquisition of Public Safety Financial/Galloway (PSF/Galloway), a Mesa, Arizona-based RIA managing $1.1 billion in assets. This deal not only expands Modern Wealth’s footprint into the Southwest but also marks the formal launch of Public Safety Financial, a new division dedicated to serving the unique financial needs of police officers, firefighters, government employees, military veterans, and their families.

SprintRay, a leader in dental 3D printing technology, has taken a significant step forward in its mission to transform digital dentistry with the acquisition of the EnvisionTEC/ETEC dental product portfolio. This acquisition encompasses a diverse range of patents, trademarks, inventory, and intellectual property related to dental materials and 3D printing technologies, previously under the Desktop Health brand. The move signals SprintRay’s commitment to advancing the capabilities of dental professionals through reliable, high-performance hardware and clinically validated materials.

Trive Capital, a Dallas-based private equity firm known for building high-performance industrial platforms, has officially unveiled Canopy Aerospace & Defense, a newly formed company focused on delivering advanced materials solutions to some of the most demanding defense and commercial applications in the world. The launch of Canopy A&D represents a strategic consolidation of capabilities, bringing together two highly respected manufacturers—Hera Technologies Inc. and MSM Industries Inc.—alongside a newly established research and development hub, Canopy Aerospace Inc.

Nuveen Private Capital, a private credit platform formed through the integration of Churchill Asset Management in the U.S. and Arcmont Asset Management in Europe, has entered into a strategic partnership with Hunter Point Capital and Temasek. This move brings together three influential players in the global investment landscape, each contributing distinct strengths to support the continued growth and evolution of Nuveen’s private capital business.

Wealth management firm Corient announced the acquisition of Breed’s Hill Capital, a Boston-based multi-family office known for its high-touch advisory services and deep expertise in serving ultra-high-net-worth families. With about $3.5 billion in assets under management, Breed’s Hill Capital brings a seasoned team and a legacy of personalized financial planning to Corient’s expanding national platform.

Aon has announced a strategic move with the signing of a definitive agreement to sell a substantial portion of NFP’s wealth management business to Madison Dearborn Partners (MDP), a Chicago-based private equity firm known for its deep experience in financial services. The deal includes Wealthspire Advisors, Fiducient Advisors, Newport Private Wealth, and several related platforms, all of which have played a significant role in NFP’s wealth management footprint.

Y Capital, a newly launched private equity firm founded by Eric Vest, has entered the market with a mission to bring artificial intelligence and operational scale to legacy industries, thereby strengthening American competitiveness. The firm’s first significant move is a $15 million expansion capital investment in Dextall, a New York City–based company that is reimagining how building envelopes are designed, manufactured, and installed.

Meroka, a health-tech startup focused on revitalizing independent medical practices, has officially launched with $6 million in seed funding. The round was led by Better Tomorrow Ventures and Slow Ventures, with participation from 8VC and several other investors who share Meroka’s vision for a more human-centered healthcare system.

D•engage, a rapidly growing technology company focused on transforming how brands engage with their customers, has announced a strategic investment round led by TIBAS Ventures. The funding round also includes participation from Gelecek Etki VC, which operates in partnership with Vestel Ventures and Tacirler Asset Management, as well as Maxis and the Türkiye Development Fund’s Invest 101 Fund. This funding round marks a pivotal moment for D•engage, enabling the company to accelerate product innovation, expand into new markets, and deepen its role as a trusted infrastructure provider for enterprise-grade customer experience solutions.

Tidal Cyber, a Virginia-based cybersecurity company focused on redefining how organizations defend against real-world threats, has announced the close of a $10 million Series A funding round. The investment was led by Bright Pixel Capital, with continued support from a strong group of existing backers including USAA, Squadra, Capital One, Veteran Ventures, Task Force X, and Ultratech. This new round of funding marks a significant milestone for the company, providing the resources needed to accelerate product development, expand its team, and deepen its impact across the cybersecurity landscape.

LightYX, a rapidly growing construction technology company based in Israel, has announced the close of its $11 million Series A funding round. The investment was led by NOVA by Saint-Gobain, the venture arm of one of the world’s largest and most respected names in sustainable construction. The round also drew support from a diverse group of investors, including Yachad Capital Partners, Shibumi International, Somersault Ventures, and a network of private backers from both Israel and abroad with deep ties to the real estate and construction sectors. This new capital, combined with six grants totaling $3.3 million from the Israel Innovation Authority, gives LightYX a strong foundation to accelerate its growth and expand its reach across global markets.

Etherealize, a company focused on building the infrastructure needed to bring traditional financial institutions onto Ethereum, has closed a $40 million funding round led by Electric Capital and Paradigm. This new investment follows a foundational grant from Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and the Ethereum Foundation in 2024, which helped launch the company’s operations and early outreach to the financial sector. With this latest round, Etherealize is entering a new phase of growth, deepening its role as a key architect of institutional-grade tools for tokenized assets and privacy-preserving settlement on Ethereum.

Chargebee has announced the acquisition of Inai, a payments intelligence and analytics company known for its advanced capabilities in optimizing payment workflows and uncovering hidden revenue opportunities. This move marks a significant step forward in Chargebee’s mission to help businesses of all sizes manage their billing and monetization strategies with greater precision, flexibility, and insight. By integrating Inai’s technology and team into its platform, Chargebee is deepening its commitment to building a more innovative, more adaptive payments ecosystem for recurring revenue businesses around the world.

LPOXY Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on preventing Clostridioides difficile infections without antibiotics, has taken a significant step forward in its development journey. The company has signed a term sheet with 5Horizons Ventures, a life sciences venture capital firm known for backing transformative healthcare technologies. This agreement sets the stage for a $28 million Series A financing round, which will support the launch of LPOXY’s registrational STOP-Cdiff clinical trial. The trial is designed to evaluate SIDIPREV, the company’s novel therapy aimed at preventing life-threatening C. difficile infections in vulnerable hospitalized patients.

VEMO, a company at the forefront of Mexico’s clean mobility transition, has announced a significant milestone in its growth journey with a $250 million commitment led by Vision Ridge Partners. This infusion of capital marks a pivotal moment for VEMO, enabling it to scale its operations and deepen its impact on the country’s evolving transportation landscape. The funding will be used to expand public electric vehicle charging infrastructure, deploy more EVs across Mexico, and enhance its technology-driven fleet management solutions.

Xampla, a materials innovation company based in the United Kingdom, has announced a significant milestone in its mission to eliminate single-use plastics. With a fresh injection of $14 million in private capital, the company is poised to accelerate the development and deployment of its plant-based materials that offer a sustainable alternative to some of the most polluting forms of plastic. The funding round was led by Emerald Technology Ventures and supported by BGF, one of the UK and Ireland’s largest growth capital investors, along with Matterwave Ventures from Munich. Existing backers Amadeus Capital Partners and Horizons Ventures also returned to participate in the round.

Utila, a rapidly growing digital asset operations platform, has announced the close of a $22 million Series A extension, bringing its total Series A funding to $40 million and pushing its overall capital raised to more than $51 million. The extension round, which nearly tripled the company’s valuation, was led by Red Dot Capital Partners and included participation from Nyca, Wing VC, DCG, Cerca Partners, FunFair Ventures, and SilverCircle. 

Flex, a fast-growing platform that enables health and wellness retailers to accept Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) payments, has announced the close of a $15 million Series A funding round. This latest investment brings the company’s total capital raised to $18 million. It marks a significant step forward in its mission to unlock the vast, underutilized pool of pre-tax health spending. The funding round was led by First Round and Core VC, with additional support from Cameron Ventures, Rethink Impact, Y Combinator, and Liquid2.

Apollo has named Yasuo Kashiwagi as Head of Japan, a move that reflects the firm’s deepening commitment to one of Asia’s most dynamic and complex financial markets. In this role, Kashiwagi will oversee Apollo’s integrated strategy across Japan, guiding the firm’s efforts in asset management, capital solutions, and wealth and retirement services. His appointment comes at a time when Apollo is expanding its footprint across the Asia Pacific region, building on nearly two decades of activity and a steadily growing presence in Tokyo since the opening of its dedicated office in 2019.

Galvanize Therapeutics, a commercial-stage medical technology company developing novel pulsed electric field therapies, has announced the successful close of a $100 million Series C financing round. The round was oversubscribed, reflecting strong investor confidence in the company’s vision and progress. Led by Sofinnova Partners, the funding round also included Norwest Venture Partners, Elevage Medical Technologies, Ally Bridge Group, Perceptive Xontogeny Venture Fund, Janus Henderson Investors, and Longaeva. Several existing investors also returned to participate, including Fidelity Management & Research Company, T. Rowe Price, Gilmartin Capital, Intuitive Surgical, and Apple Tree Partners, which initially seeded the company.

VSP Vision has announced an agreement to acquire Marcolin, a renowned Italian eyewear company, from PAI Partners and other minority shareholders. This acquisition represents a significant strategic investment by VSP Vision, underscoring its long-term commitment to expanding its presence in the global eyewear market.

Ronovo Surgical has announced the closing of its Series D financing round, bringing in $67 million in new capital. The round was led by Johnson & Johnson’s corporate venture arm, JJDC, and included participation from Lilly Asia Ventures, INCE Capital, and Granite Asia.

Valona Intelligence and A-INSIGHTS have announced a strategic merger, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of competitive and market intelligence. This union brings together two highly respected platforms—Valona, recognized as a leader in the Forrester Wave for its cutting-edge, AI-powered insights, and A-INSIGHTS, known for its rigorous quantitative analysis and fast-growing presence in the intelligence space. Together, they are poised to deliver a new standard of intelligence for enterprises navigating increasingly complex and volatile global markets.

SCOREalytics, a legal intelligence platform powered by AI, has announced the close of its seed funding round, securing over $3 million in capital. The round was led by Moneta Ventures, with additional participation from Ollin Ventures, and marks a significant step forward for the company as it continues to redefine how legal and compliance teams manage risk in an increasingly complex regulatory landscape.

Baseten, a company that is powering some of the most widely adopted AI products, has announced the close of a $150 million Series D funding round, valuing the company at $2.15 billion. The round was led by BOND, with participation from new investors CapitalG, Premji, and Kevin and Elizabeth Weil of Scribble, along with continued support from existing backers including Conviction, 01a, IVP, Spark, and Greylock. This funding round brings Baseten’s total funding to over $285 million and marks a defining moment in the company’s journey as it scales to meet the surging demand for AI infrastructure.

VCUK has announced the launch of a new Private Equity and Venture Capital initiative aimed at capturing the accelerating momentum in Europe’s innovation economy. With a first closing targeted at $60 million, the fund represents a strategic expansion of VCUK’s investment activities and a clear signal of its commitment to backing transformative companies across the continent. As European venture capital enters a new phase of maturity and global relevance, VCUK is positioning itself to be a key player in identifying and nurturing the next generation of high-impact businesses.

ProRataAI, a company committed to building AI solutions that honor and reward the work of content creators, has announced the close of a $40 million Series B funding round. The round was led by Touring Capital, with participation from a growing network of investors who share ProRata’s vision for a more equitable and transparent AI ecosystem. This latest investment brings the company’s total funding to over $75 million since its founding just last year, and it marks a significant step forward in its mission to reshape how publishers engage with generative AI.

Cerity Partners, one of the nation’s leading independent wealth management firms, has announced its intention to merge with Graypoint, a respected financial advisory firm based in Albany, New York. This strategic move marks a significant expansion of Cerity Partners’ footprint in the Capital Region, reflecting the firm’s ongoing commitment to deepening its presence in key markets across the country.