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Zaelab, a leading consultancy specializing in business-to-business digital transformation, announced that it has received a strategic investment from ServiceNow Ecosystem Ventures to accelerate the development and adoption of Customer Relationship Management (CRM)-driven enterprise modernization. The investment, jointly revealed by both companies from Westport, Connecticut, and Santa Clara, California, reinforces ServiceNow’s commitment to transforming CRM into a core pillar of its AI-powered business transformation platform.

Great Hill Partners, a private equity firm focused on high-growth and disruptive businesses, has announced a strategic growth investment in Ren, a leading provider of donor-advised fund (DAF) technology and philanthropic infrastructure. The investment will fuel Ren’s product innovation, operational scale, and market expansion across financial advisors, wealth management firms, and philanthropic institutions. Financial terms were not disclosed.

London-based cybersecurity services provider Saepio announced the acquisition of Milton Keynes-based offensive security specialist Ruptura.

The Icon League, co-founded by former professional footballer Toni Kroos and digital creator Elias Nerlich, has raised €15 million in a Series A funding round to expand its innovative five-a-side football entertainment format across Europe and beyond. The round was led by HV Capital, with participation from existing investors including Jürgen Klopp’s family office, entrepreneur Thomas Hagedorn, and Luigi Berlusconi’s H14 S.p.A. The funding will be used to professionalize operations, strengthen teams, and extend the league’s footprint to new international markets.

Dentons has expanded its Capital Markets practice with the addition of Chrys Carey as a partner in Washington, DC. Carey brings over 20 years of experience advising a wide range of financial institutions, including banks, investment firms, hedge funds, and asset managers, on complex derivatives, swaps, foreign exchange, and hedging transactions, as well as related regulatory and compliance matters.

Eversheds Sutherland has bolstered its international practice with the appointment of two new partners, Ben Peecock and Anne-Marie Lacoste, marking another milestone in the firm’s continued global growth across advisory, disputes, and sector-focused practices. Both partners joined the firm on November 3, 2025.

Ambac Financial Group, a leading insurance holding company, has completed its acquisition of ArmadaCare, a prominent supplemental health insurance program manager, from SiriusPoint Ltd. The transaction, which was previously announced, strengthens Ambac’s presence in the accident and health sector and expands its overall insurance portfolio.

EnduroSat has announced a $104 million funding round that will expand its satellite production capabilities and fuel the company’s vision of making space data universally accessible. The round includes participation from Riot Ventures, Google Ventures (GV), Lux Capital, the European Innovation Council Fund, and Shrug Capital.

BlueLinx Holdings, a leading U.S. wholesale distributor of building products, announced the acquisition of Disdero Lumber, a specialty wood products distributor based in Clackamas, Oregon. The company was purchased from privately held Tumac Lumber Company for an aggregate price of approximately $96 million. Adjusted for an estimated $8 million in expected tax benefits, the net transaction value is about $88 million.

Ooma, a leading smart communications platform for businesses and consumers, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire FluentStream, a Denver-based provider of enterprise-grade cloud communications services for small and medium-sized businesses. The all-cash transaction is valued at approximately $45 million, subject to customary working capital adjustments.

Trinity Life Sciences announced the acquisition of EVERSANA’s advisory services operation across Asia-Pacific and the Middle East (APACME), strengthening its presence in one of the fastest-growing regions for life sciences innovation. The transaction marks a significant expansion of Trinity’s global footprint and underscores its mission to empower life sciences organizations with data-driven strategy, insights, and analytics solutions.

ReSource Pro, a leading strategic operations partner to the insurance industry, announced the acquisition of Supportive Insurance Services (SIS), a recognized provider of insurance licensing and renewal services. The transaction unites two established leaders in regulatory and compliance management, enhancing ReSource Pro’s end-to-end capabilities across licensing, tax, and surplus lines compliance.

Veryon, a leading provider of information services and software solutions for the aviation industry, announced the acquisition of EBIS from Tronair. The acquisition strengthens Veryon’s position in the aviation technology market by integrating EBIS’s industry-leading software for aircraft maintenance and ground support asset management across both business and commercial aviation sectors worldwide.

GitLaw, an emerging legal technology company that builds AI-powered tools for startups and small businesses, has raised $3 million in pre-seed funding to expand product development and scale its reach across the U.S. and U.K. markets. The round was led by Jackson Square Ventures, with participation from Flex Capital, Background Capital, and a group of angel investors.

MAI Capital Management, a registered investment advisor focused on helping clients simplify, protect, and grow their wealth, has completed its strategic acquisition of Los Angeles-based Evoke Advisors, forming a national RIA with 600 employees and over $65 billion in assets under management (AUM). The deal expands MAI’s leadership team through new Managing Partner appointments and strengthens the firm’s nationwide presence.

Tharimmune announced that it has entered into definitive subscription agreements with institutional and accredited investors for a private placement of approximately $540 million. The offering, priced at $3.075 per share, was led by DRW and Liberty City Ventures with participation from ARK Invest, Bitwave, Broadridge, Clear Street, Copper, Digital Asset, Feynman Point Asset Management, Five North, Kaiko, Kenetic, Kraken, LendOS, Lukka, Nima Capital, MPCH, Obsidian Software, Polychain Capital, Proof Group, SBI Group, The Tie, Tradeweb Markets, and 7RIDGE. The Canton Foundation, the governing body of the Canton Network, also participated in the transaction, marking Tharimmune as the first publicly traded company supported by the Foundation.

Waverly Advisors, a registered investment adviser specializing in investment management, financial planning, and wealth management for high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients, has acquired Pacific Portfolio Consulting and Pacific Portfolio Trust Company, together known as Pacific Portfolio. The Seattle-based wealth management and trust firm marks Waverly’s entry into the Pacific Northwest and expands its service offerings with enhanced trust capabilities.

Tyree & D’Angelo Partners (TDP), a Chicago-based private equity firm with a thesis-driven, buy-and-build strategy, announced the closing of a single-asset secondary transaction to extend its investment in Western Veterinary Partners, a fast-growing, veterinarian-centric general veterinary support company based in the United States.

Infravision, a pioneer in aerial robotics for power grid construction and maintenance, has raised $91 million in a Series B funding round led by GIC, with participation from Activate Capital, Hitachi Ventures, and existing investor Energy Impact Partners. The new financing will support the global deployment of the company’s TX System, a fully integrated power line stringing solution combining drones, intelligent ground equipment, and specialized hardware.

Apollo announced that funds managed by the firm will invest $6.5 billion for a 50% stake in Ørsted’s Hornsea 3, the world’s largest offshore wind farm under development in the North Sea. The investment includes the acquisition of a 50% interest in the joint venture holding Hornsea 3, as well as funding for half of the project’s remaining construction costs.

DLA Piper has announced the continued expansion of its Corporate and M&A practices with the addition of Viktor Sapezhnikov as Partner. The move reinforces the firm’s ongoing commitment to growing its transactional capabilities across industries and geographies.

Boston-based clinical-stage therapeutics company Indomo has announced a $25 million funding round led by prominent investors Atomic, Foresite Capital, and Polaris Partners. The company is developing an at-home injectable therapy for inflammatory acne lesions. Its debut product, ClearPen, pairs a microneedle self-injection device with a corticosteroid (triamcinolone acetonide) to enable patients to self-administer what has traditionally been an in-office dermatology treatment.

Cob Foods, a new modern snacking brand redefining the popcorn experience, has officially launched with its first product: a sorghum-based alternative to traditional popcorn that is both corn-free and gluten-free. The launch coincides with the company’s seed funding round led by co-founder and tennis icon Novak Djokovic, with participation from Bullish, Daxos, Furthermore, Venrex, and a group of strategic investors.

Mobile Communications America (MCA), a national leader in integrated communication, connectivity, and security solutions, announced its acquisition of ComPros, a Motorola Elite Service Provider based in Pennsylvania. The acquisition marks MCA’s strategic entry into the state and adds two new solution centers in Altoona and Chambersburg.

Scavenger AI, a Frankfurt-based startup focused on democratizing access to business data, has raised €2.5 million in seed funding. The round highlights increasing investor confidence in AI-driven analytics platforms tailored to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Europe.

Gemspring Capital Management announced that an affiliate has completed the acquisition of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company’s polymer chemicals business, a major producer of synthetic rubber and related materials.

Melange Capital Partners announced the final close of its inaugural Melange Secondaries Partners, LP, securing total limited partner commitments of $430 million. The fund exceeded its initial target, reflecting strong investor confidence in the firm’s strategy and leadership.

Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan, has acquired Hexarem, a Montreal-based human resources consulting firm known for its expertise in executive compensation and governance advisory services. The transaction further strengthens Mercer’s presence in Canada and expands its capabilities in helping organizations design competitive compensation programs. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Wall Works Holdings, a portfolio company of AVALT and VantEdge Partners, announced that its subsidiary Optimum Building Systems has acquired C.I.D. Construction, which is a family-owned specialty contractor based in Candia, New Hampshire. The acquisition expands Wall Works’ presence in New England and reinforces Optimum’s position as a regional leader in commercial framing, drywall, and insulation services.

UPS has finalized its $1.6 billion acquisition of Andlauer Healthcare Group Inc. (AHG), a Canadian-based supply chain management company specializing in healthcare logistics and cold chain transportation. The transaction, valued at CAD $2.2 billion, provides AHG shareholders C$55 per share in cash.