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Fiveonefour, a rapidly growing company at the intersection of data infrastructure and AI developer tooling, has announced it has raised $17 million in total funding. A group of prominent venture firms led the round, marking a significant step forward for the Portland-based startup as it continues to scale its platform and deepen its impact across industries.

Pointsville, a rapidly growing platform at the intersection of digital asset infrastructure and loyalty innovation, has completed its Series A funding round, bringing together a remarkable coalition of global investors. Led by Valor Capital Group, the round includes participation from some of the most influential names in finance and technology, such as Tether, members of Itaú Unibanco’s founding family, Nubank’s co-founder, Superscrypt (backed by Temasek), SNZ, Credit Saison, K2 Integrity, Citrino, and Dynamo’s partners. The caliber of these backers reflects the growing urgency and opportunity in the tokenized real-world asset space, and the confidence in Pointsville’s ability to lead that transformation.

Ketryx, a rapidly growing AI-based compliance platform built for the life sciences industry, has announced the close of its $39 million Series B funding round. Led by Transformation Capital, the round also saw continued support from existing investors, including Lightspeed Venture Partners, MIT’s E14 Fund, Ubiquity Ventures, and 53 Stations.

Plural, a tokenized asset management innovator, has announced the close of a $7.13 million seed round, nearly doubling its original target and bringing total funding to just under $10 million. The funding round was led by Paradigm and joined by Maven11, Volt Capital, and Neoclassic Capital, reflecting investor conviction in Plural’s goal of reshaping how capital flows into the energy systems of the future.

Varonis Systems has announced its acquisition of SlashNext, a move that signals a more profound commitment to protecting users from the growing wave of AI-driven email threats. Known for its leadership in data security, Varonis is now expanding its capabilities into one of the most vulnerable and frequently targeted areas of enterprise communication: email and messaging platforms.

YiLab Temperature Control Technologies, a materials science company co-founded by Stanford professor and nanotechnology pioneer Yi Cui, has announced the close of an oversubscribed pre-A funding round, bringing its total funding to over $10 million. This milestone reflects growing investor confidence in YiLab’s mission to transform textile innovation through its brand LifeLabs Design, which develops sustainable fabrics for temperature-regulating apparel.

Tangany, a Munich-based digital asset custodian regulated by BaFin, has reached a significant milestone with the successful close of its €10 million Series A funding round. This achievement not only reflects the company’s steady evolution from a high-growth fintech startup into a cornerstone of Europe’s regulated financial infrastructure, but also signals growing institutional confidence in its long-term vision.

ID.me, a digital identity platform relied upon by more than 152 million users, has announced a significant funding milestone with the close of its $340 million Series E round and a recently secured credit facility. The funding, which values the company at over $2 billion, was led by Ribbit Capital and includes participation from existing backers such as Ares Credit funds and Moonshots Capital, alongside new investors including Positive Sum.

Carlyle AlpInvest has announced the successful close of its global Secondaries strategy, raising a total of $20 billion and marking a significant milestone in the evolution of private equity investing. The centerpiece of this achievement is the final close of AlpInvest Secondaries Fund VIII, which reached its hard cap of $15 billion.

Unframe is an all-in-one enterprise AI platform that enables businesses to bring any unique AI use case to life in days, rather than months. Pulse 2.0 interviewed Unframe co-founder and CEO Shay Levi to gain a deeper understanding of the company.

Citi Wealth has announced a major strategic partnership with BlackRock that will reshape how investment services are delivered to its global client base. The collaboration, which centers around the launch of Citi Portfolio Solutions powered by BlackRock, represents a significant evolution in Citi’s wealth management offering. It brings together Citi’s deep expertise in financial planning and advisory services with BlackRock’s global leadership in investment management and technology.

Honeywell has announced a significant milestone in the evolution of quantum computing with a $600 million equity capital raise for Quantinuum, the company it formed in 2021 through the merger of Honeywell Quantum Solutions and Cambridge Quantum. The funding round values Quantinuum at $10 billion pre-money and marks one of the most significant investments to date in the quantum technology sector. It also signals growing confidence in the company’s ability to lead the charge toward commercially viable quantum computing.

Sola Security, a rapidly growing innovator in cybersecurity technology, has announced the close of its $35 million Series A funding round. The round was led by existing investor S32 and joined by M12, Microsoft’s venture arm, along with New Era Capital Partners. All prior investors—including renowned venture capitalist Mike Moritz, S Capital, and Glilot Capital Partners—also participated, reinforcing their confidence in Sola’s vision and early momentum. This latest round brings the company’s total funding to $65 million, marking a significant step forward in its mission to transform how security teams operate in an increasingly complex digital landscape.

PainTEQ, a company at the forefront of minimally invasive treatment for sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction, has announced a significant milestone in its growth journey with the completion of a majority recapitalization. The funding was co-led by Signet Healthcare Partners and Windham Capital Partners. The recapitalization also includes a new equity investment from MVolution Partners, adding further strength to PainTEQ’s financial foundation and strategic direction.

Great Hill Partners has announced the final close of its ninth flagship fund, Great Hill Equity Partners IX, L.P., with total commitments reaching $7 billion. The fund significantly surpassed its original $5 billion target and hit its hard cap just five months after its formal launch, reflecting strong demand from both longstanding and new investors. This latest fundraise brings Great Hill’s cumulative capital raised since its founding in 1998 to over $19 billion, reinforcing its position as a leading private equity firm focused on high-growth, disruptive companies.

BIGC, the entertainment-tech company redefining how artists connect with fans across the globe, has announced the successful close of its Series A funding round, raising $14 million (KRW 18 billion). This latest funding brings the company’s total to $25.4 million (KRW 33 billion), positioning it to scale its operations and deepen its impact on the global entertainment landscape.

Tessolve, a global leader in semiconductor and embedded engineering services, has announced a $150 million investment from TPG. This strategic infusion of capital marks a pivotal moment in Tessolve’s evolution, reinforcing its role as a key enabler in the semiconductor ecosystem and positioning the company for a new phase of accelerated growth and innovation.

Hightower Advisors has announced the appointment of Randy Bullard as Head of Investment Management. This newly created role reflects Hightower’s commitment to enhancing its investment capabilities and delivering more scalable solutions to its growing network of advisors and clients. Bullard, a seasoned executive with deep experience in wealth management, most recently served as Global Head of Wealth at State Street, where he played a pivotal role in shaping investment platforms for some of the world’s largest financial institutions.

Evernorth Health Services, the health services division of The Cigna Group, has announced a $3.5 billion investment in Shields Health Solutions. Shields has become a cornerstone in the specialty pharmacy space. The investment comes at a pivotal moment for Shields, which has just transitioned into a private, standalone company following its acquisition by Sycamore Partners. This move follows Sycamore’s broader acquisition of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Shields’ previous parent company, which closed in late August 2025.

Morphosis Capital Partners has announced the final close of its second growth capital fund, Morphosis Capital Fund II, at €130 million. The fund exceeded its original hard cap, and with the support and consent of its investors, the size was increased to meet strong demand.

InnerActiv, a player in risk intelligence cybersecurity, has completed its latest funding round. This development comes at a pivotal time, as the firm has established itself as a specialist in several crucial areas, including Insider Threat Prevention, Fraud Detection, and innovative Data Loss Prevention strategies. The funding round was co-led by investment firms Blu Ventures and North Coast Ventures, with contributions from strategic angel investors who have a substantial presence and experience in the cybersecurity sector.

FriendliAI, a dynamic player in the AI inference platform arena, has recently marked a significant milestone by successfully closing a $20 million seed extension round. This funding is a testament to the company’s innovative approach and its ability to address the evolving needs of enterprises seeking effective AI deployment solutions. The round was led by Capstone Partners, with notable contributions from new investors such as Sierra Ventures, Alumni Ventures, and KDB, along with continued support from KB Securities.

Copper is a company that launched its award-winning induction range last fall, which marked the beginning of a new category of home appliances equipped with internal batteries. These batteries not only provide impressive performance enhancements but also play a pivotal role in supporting the electrical grid, all while helping homeowners avoid the significant costs associated with upgrading their building’s electrical infrastructure.

Wugen, a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in St. Louis, has announced the closing of a $115 million equity financing round. The investment, led by Fidelity Management & Research Company and joined by a consortium of life sciences investors including RiverVest Venture Partners, Lightchain Capital, Abingworth, ICG, LYZZ Capital, Tybourne Capital Management, and Aisling Capital Management, marks a pivotal moment in Wugen’s journey to bring its innovative CAR-T cell therapy to patients battling aggressive T-cell malignancies.

OPTEL Group has recently announced its acquisition of Vanguard Robotics, a company known for its expertise in end-of-line collaborative robot automation. This strategic decision not only strengthens OPTEL’s position as a global leader in pharmaceutical traceability and supply chain solutions but also marks a significant expansion of its capabilities in industrial automation.

Iron Bow Technologies has completed the sale of its Telehealth division, SoldierPoint Digital Health, to GovCIO. The deal marks a strategic milestone for both companies and underscores the growing importance of scalable, secure, and mission-driven healthcare solutions for veterans.

Legend Innovation Life Science Fund has announced a commitment of up to $50 million in funding for Mid-Atlantic BioTherapeutics (MABT), a clinical-stage biotech firm based in Pennsylvania. The investment marks a significant milestone for MABT, which has been steadily building a reputation for its pioneering work in anti-aging therapies, with a particular focus on neurological diseases and cancer.

HSBC Asset Management has launched Horizon Private Equity, its first-ever evergreen strategy. With this new strategy, the firm is opening the door to a broader and more diverse group of investors—those who may have previously found private equity inaccessible due to rigid structures, long lock-up periods, or high entry thresholds.

Healthcare AI company ALIGNMT AI has announced a $6.5 million seed funding round led by AIX Ventures, with additional support from Sancus Ventures, Alumni Ventures, and Dent Capital. The funding marks a pivotal moment for the New York-based startup, which has rapidly emerged as a leader in AI compliance infrastructure for the healthcare sector.

Sundance Growth has announced a strategic growth investment in TurnKey Lender, a leader in AI-based lending automation. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, TurnKey Lender has carved out a unique position in the market by offering a unified, cloud-based platform that simplifies and streamlines the entire lending lifecycle—from origination and underwriting to compliance, servicing, and collections.