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Ratio: $15.8 Million Raised And $100 Million Lending Capacity Secured For B2B Cash Flow Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Ratio, an AI-driven fintech platform focused on B2B technology scale-ups, announced it has raised $15.8 million in venture funding and secured $100 million in lending capacity to address persistent cash flow challenges in the sector. The announcement follows the company achieving GAAP profitability in August 2025, underscoring its capital-efficient growth trajectory.

HealPort: $1.2 Million Raised To Scale Global Digital Health Infrastructure

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

HealPort announced that it has raised $1.2 million in funding to accelerate the development and deployment of its integrated platforms and supporting infrastructure aimed at strengthening health system intelligence, planning, and decision-making for governments, health agencies, and institutions worldwide.

Paxos Labs: $12 Million Raised For Digital Asset Financial Utility Platform Amplify

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Paxos Labs, a digital asset financial utility platform incubated within Paxos, announced the launch of Amplify alongside the close of a $12 million strategic funding round led by Blockchain Capital, with participation from Robot Ventures, Maelstrom, and Uniswap.

Coursedog: Acquisition Of ClassRanked Expands AI-Driven Academic Operations Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Coursedog announced it has acquired ClassRanked, a course evaluations software provider, expanding its Intelligent Academic Operations Platform and strengthening its Assessment Cloud capabilities.

Eli Lilly: Up To $7 Billion Acquisition Of Kelonia Advances In Vivo CAR-T Therapies

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Eli Lilly and Company announced a definitive agreement to acquire Kelonia Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on in vivo gene delivery, in a deal valued at up to $7 billion.

Apposite Capital: £100 Million British Business Bank Commitment Targets UK Healthtech Scale-Ups

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

The British Business Bank announced a £100 million cornerstone commitment to Apposite Healthcare Growth I, marking its largest fund investment to date and its first partnership with Apposite Capital.

Marriott Vacations Worldwide: $460 Million Securitization Supports Balance Sheet And Liquidity

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Marriott Vacations Worldwide announced the completion of a $460 million securitization of vacation ownership loans, reinforcing its access to capital markets and supporting its broader liquidity strategy.

Vystar: Proposed 50% Stake In R3alm Expands Into AI-Driven Web3 Financial Ecosystem

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Vystar Corporation announced it has entered into a binding letter of intent to acquire a 50% interest in R3alm, a compliance-focused AI and Web3 financial ecosystem designed to bridge traditional finance with decentralized technologies.

Strategy: $2.54 Billion Bitcoin Purchase Lifts Holdings To 815,061 BTC

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Strategy announced it has acquired 34,164 bitcoin for approximately $2.54 billion, increasing its total holdings to 815,061 BTC and reinforcing its position as the largest corporate holder of the digital asset.

Agnico Eagle: Multi-Transaction Strategy To Consolidate Finland’s Central Lapland Greenstone Belt

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Agnico Eagle Mines announced a plan to consolidate its land position in Finland’s Central Lapland Greenstone Belt through three separate transactions, significantly expanding its footprint in one of Europe’s most prospective gold regions.

NPR: $113 Million In Charitable Gifts Led By Connie Ballmer Bolsters Digital Future Amid Funding Cuts

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

National Public Radio announced it has received $113 million in charitable donations, led by an $80 million contribution from philanthropist Connie Ballmer, alongside an additional $33 million gift from an anonymous donor.

Sideline Group: $155 Million Debut Fund Targets ‘Offline’ Economy Across Consumer, Sports, And Experiences

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Sideline Group announced the close of its debut fund, raising $155 million in committed capital to invest in what it describes as the “offline” economy, focusing on physical experiences and community-driven businesses.

Arlo Technologies: Acquisition Of Aloe Care Health Expands AI-Powered Platform Into Aging-In-Place Care

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Arlo Technologies announced it has acquired Aloe Care Health, an AI-powered medical alert and fall prevention platform, expanding its SaaS offering into the growing market for aging-in-place and wellness care.

Teradyne: Acquisition Of TestInsight Enhances Design-To-Test Software For AI And Data Center Devices

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Teradyne, a provider of automated test equipment and advanced robotics, announced it has acquired TestInsight, a semiconductor test development and validation software company, to strengthen its capabilities in design-to-test workflows and accelerate time to market for AI and data center devices.

DLA Piper: Addition Of Partner Josh Elefant Expands Employment Counsel For High-Growth Companies

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

DLA Piper announced the addition of Josh Elefant as a partner in its Corporate group, strengthening the firm’s labor and employment capabilities for high-growth technology and life sciences companies.

Phonely: $16 Million Raised For AI-Powered Voice Agent Platform To Transform Business Phone Calls

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Phonely announced it has raised $16 million in Series A funding, bringing its total capital raised to $19 million. The round was led by Base10 Partners, with participation from Y Combinator and several enterprise customers including Etech Global Services, TSA Group, and Engage CX.

Ondas: $10 Million Order Secured For AI-Powered Border Demining Program

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Ondas Inc. announced that its subsidiary, 4M Defense, has received a $10 million initial order as part of a broader $50 million demining program tied to Israel’s eastern border security initiative. The award is linked to a larger $1.7 billion infrastructure effort led by the Israeli Ministry of Defense to develop a new border barrier and supporting systems.

OneVest: Partnership With Mackenzie Investments Advances Digital Transformation For Wealth Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

OneVest, a provider of next-generation wealth management technology, announced a strategic partnership with Mackenzie Investments to support the asset manager’s digital transformation initiatives across advisor and investor experiences.

Aspire Biopharma: $21 Million Private Placement Closed To Support DCS Acquisition And Growth Strategy

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Aspire Biopharma Holdings announced the closing of the second and final tranche of its previously announced private placement, bringing total gross proceeds to $21.0 million before fees and expenses. The financing strengthens the company’s balance sheet and supports its broader strategy to expand both its pharmaceutical delivery platform and potential acquisition efforts.

Sila Realty Trust: $2.4 Billion Acquisition By Blue Owl Capital Affiliates

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Sila Realty Trust and affiliates of Blue Owl Capital announced a definitive merger agreement under which Blue Owl Real Estate Capital affiliates will acquire all outstanding shares of Sila in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $2.4 billion.

BTG Pactual Global Alternatives: Performing Credit Platform Expands With Senior Hires

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

BTG Pactual Global Alternatives, a $10.9 billion division of BTG Pactual focused on specialized alternative investments across the U.S. and Latin America, announced the appointments of Vincent Ingato as Senior Portfolio Manager and Brian O’Leary as Co-Head of Research within its Performing Credit platform.

Carnegie Mellon University: $1.75 Million AI Pitch Competition Highlights Sport-Tech Innovation

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Carnegie Mellon University’s Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship, in collaboration with the AI Strike Team, has announced the finalists for the Forge to Field AI Pitch Competition, a high-profile event focused on breakthroughs at the intersection of artificial intelligence and sports.

Hadron Energy: $600 Million Valuation Set For SPAC Merger With GigCapital7

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Hadron Energy, a developer of micro-modular reactor technology, announced updated terms for its planned business combination with GigCapital7 Corp., including a revised pro-forma equity valuation of approximately $600 million. The adjustment reflects current public market conditions and the company’s strategy to prioritize long-term credibility and investor alignment as it prepares to go public.

McKesson: $1.25 Billion Investment From Apollo Funds Values Medical-Surgical Solutions At $13 Billion

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

McKesson Corporation announced it has entered into a definitive agreement with funds managed by affiliates of Apollo, under which Apollo Funds will acquire a minority ownership interest in McKesson’s Medical-Surgical Solutions business. The deal marks a key step in McKesson’s broader strategy to separate the unit ahead of a planned initial public offering.

Vertical Aerospace: $850 Million Financing Package Closed To Support eVTOL Certification Roadmap

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Vertical Aerospace announced it has executed and closed the remaining components of a comprehensive financing package totaling up to $850 million, strengthening its capital position as it advances toward electric aircraft certification.

QuidelOrtho: $100 Million Acquisition Of LEX Diagnostics Completed To Expand Ultra-Fast PCR Testing

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

QuidelOrtho Corporation announced it has completed the acquisition of LEX Diagnostics for approximately $100 million in cash, marking a significant step in the company’s strategy to accelerate growth in point-of-care molecular diagnostics.

Expo: $45 Million Raised For Developer Platform Expansion And AI-Powered App Creation

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Expo announced it has raised a $45 million Series B round led by Georgian, alongside additional partners, as the company accelerates its roadmap to expand app development capabilities and invest in AI-driven tooling.

KloudStax: Co-Founder & CRO Jon Bitz On Scaling Digital Transformation That Actually Delivers

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

KloudStax is a Google Cloud Premier Partner that specializes in digital transformation, providing tailored infrastructure modernization, Generative AI implementation, and managed cloud services to help businesses optimize, scale, and secure their operations. Pulse 2.0 interviewed KloudStax co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer Jon Bitz to learn more.

Geordie AI: Interview With Co-Founder & CEO Henry Comfort About The Agent-Native Security And Governance Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

Geordie AI provides an agent-native security and governance platform that gives enterprises real-time visibility, behavior monitoring, and risk mitigation to safely deploy autonomous AI agents. Pulse 2.0 interviewed Geordie AI co-founder and CEO Henry Comfort to learn more.

OpenAI: GPT-Rosalind Life Sciences Model Introduced To Accelerate Drug Discovery And Research Workflows

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 20, 2026

OpenAI announced the launch of GPT-Rosalind, a purpose-built reasoning model designed to support scientific research across biology, drug discovery, and translational medicine. The new model is optimized for complex life sciences workflows, combining advanced reasoning capabilities with improved integration across scientific tools, databases, and experimental processes.