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ChemFinity Technologies, a leader in high-performance recovery systems for critical minerals, has recently announced the successful completion of an oversubscribed Seed funding round, raising $7 million. This funding round was co-led by At One Ventures and Overture Ventures, with significant participation from Closed Loop Ventures Group, Pace Ventures, WovenEarth Ventures, and Climate Capital.

Yourway Learning, a distinguished leader in AI-based K-12 education, has recently completed a significant $9 million equity funding round. This capital injection is designed to accelerate the company's growth trajectory and advance its mission to revolutionize teaching and learning by developing trusted, educator-centric technology solutions.

Midas, the leading investment platform in Turkey, has successfully completed a significant milestone by raising $80 million in its Series B funding round. The Series B funding round was led by QED Investors, a highly regarded fintech investment fund known for its successful backing of disruptive financial technologies. Several new stakeholders have joined this round, including the International Finance Corporation (IFC)—a member of the World Bank Group focused on promoting investment in developing countries—HSG (which rebranded from Sequoia China), QuantumLight founded by Revolut CEO Nik Storonsky, Spice Expeditions LP, and George Rzepecki. Prominent existing backers, such as Spark Capital, Portage Ventures, Bek Ventures, and Nigel Morris, have continued their support by participating in this latest funding effort, signaling their strong belief in Midas' potential.

Convoke, an innovative AI-native operating system tailored specifically for the biopharma sector, has successfully secured $8.6 million in seed capital to accelerate its growth and technological development. This financing round was led by the well-established venture capital firms Kleiner Perkins and Dimension Capital, with additional investments from various other firms, including ACME, Comma Capital, Liquid2, Not Boring Capital, Audacious, and Lux Capital. Noteworthy angel investors include prominent figures such as Qasar Younis and Erik Torenberg, alongside other influential leaders in both artificial intelligence and biotechnology.

The University of Bridgeport (UB) announced that its master's program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is entering a transformative new phase, marked by three significant developments that promise to enhance both the reach and quality of its offerings. These developments include securing a $2.4 million grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), the introduction of an asynchronous online learning option for greater flexibility, and the recent appointment of Frederick Dombrowski, Ph.D., as the new program director.

SynergySuite has recently announced a significant achievement, successfully raising $12 million in funding aimed at enhancing its AI-powered back-of-house platform, tailored explicitly for restaurant operators seeking to streamline their operations and scale their businesses more intelligently. The funding round was prominently led by Oyster Capital, based in Dublin, and received continued support from First Analysis, headquartered in Chicago. Additionally, an extended multi-year credit facility from Lago Innovation, also located in Chicago, underscores the confidence investors have in SynergySuite's state-of-the-art technology and consistent operational achievements.

Group14 Technologies has successfully finalized a substantial funding round, securing US$463 million, primarily led by SK, Inc. This financing round saw robust participation from a distinguished group of existing investors, including notable names such as Porsche Investments, ATL, OMERS, Decarbonization Partners, Lightrock Climate Impact Fund, and the Microsoft Climate Innovation Fund.

Litespeed Racing manufactures ultra-lightweight wheels for both street and race cars. The company specializes in using forged magnesium alloys and carbon fiber to create high-performance wheels that are lighter than traditional aluminum or even some carbon fiber wheels. Pulse 2.0 interviewed Litespeed Racing founder and CEO Patrick Warren to gain a deeper understanding of the company.

Chowbus is a restaurant technology company that provides various services, primarily focusing on streamlining restaurant operations and enhancing the customer experience. Pulse 2.0 interviewed Chowbus CEO Linxin Wen to gain a deeper understanding of the company.

GoalVest Venture Capital, a female-founded division of GoalVest Advisory, has announced the first close of GoalVest Venture Growth Fund II, targeting a $50 million raise, with approximately 60 Limited Partners (LPs) participating.

Veteran Ventures Capital (VVC), a firm focused on dual-use national security technologies, has closed Veterans Fund II at $60 million, exceeding expectations. VVC-backed companies have received over $250 million in non-dilutive government funding, showcasing the firm's practical approach.

Pritzker Private Capital (PPC) has announced the closing of PPC IV, securing $3.4 billion in commitments, surpassing its $3 billion target and exceeding the $2.7 billion raised for PPC III in 2021.

Cerberus Capital Management has completed the sale of Electrical Components International (ECI) to Rosebank Industries for approximately $1.9 billion.

Noble Investment Group has appointed Marc Dober as Senior Director of Asset Management to strengthen its institutional investment platform. Dober will oversee asset performance in the portfolio, focusing on increasing revenue, improving efficiencies, and creating long-term value.

Aircards, a global immersive studio, has secured a £3 million growth capital investment from Foresight Group to fuel its international expansion. The funding will enhance Aircards’ offerings, including immersive content, interactive displays, and analytics, enabling deeper engagement for brands and consumers worldwide.

Cascala Health, a healthcare technology company specializing in AI solutions for care teams and post-acute care operators, has raised $8.6 million in seed financing. The funding round was co-led by Flare Capital Partners and Eniac Ventures, along with contributions from other investors, bringing total funding to $11.23 million since its launch in mid-2024.

Zed Industries has raised $32 million in Series B funding, led by Sequoia Capital, bringing its total funding to over $42 million. The new funds will help enhance real-time collaboration between developers and AI agents within the code.

Functionize, an AI platform for creating software test cases, has completed a $41 million Series B funding round, bringing its total funding to over $67 million since its inception in 2015. Led by Mumford Investments and LHH Investments, with support from Canvas Ventures and Wipro Ventures, this funding will help accelerate Functionize's mission to enhance enterprise innovation by reducing repetitive tasks through self-correcting automation.

TensorZero, a startup developing an open-source stack for industrial-grade large language model (LLM) applications, has secured $7.3 million in seed funding. Led by FirstMark, the round also includes Bessemer Venture Partners, Bedrock, DRW, Coalition, and several angel investors.

Lowe's Companies has agreed to buy Foundation Building Materials (FBM) for about $8.8 billion.

Vanara Capital, an investment management firm focused on flexible capital solutions for growth-stage technology companies, has launched in partnership with TPG NEXT. TPG NEXT, part of TPG’s strategy to support new investment firms, will be a key anchor investor in Vanara’s inaugural fund, joining notable investors like Greg Williams, CEO of Acrisure.

Anchorage Capital Advisors, an investment firm with $26.1 billion focused on global credit markets, has successfully closed the Anchorage Credit Opportunities Fund IX. This fund has received $1.5 billion in commitments, exceeding its target of $1.25 billion.

Nationwide, one of the largest providers of insurance and financial services products in the United States, has officially completed the acquisition of the renewal rights for the reinsurance business of Markel Insurance, which operates under the larger umbrella of the Markel Group. This significant deal was finalized in accordance with the terms of the agreement that was initially announced on July 30, 2025.

Digi International, a global leader in Internet of Things (IoT) products and solutions, has acquired Jolt Software, a prominent provider in the convenience store and food and beverage sectors, for approximately $145.5 million in cash.

Stonepeak, a prominent alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets, has launched WahajPeak, its first renewable energy platform in the Middle East. WahajPeak will invest in utility-scale renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, and battery storage, across the Gulf Cooperation Council and beyond.

Automated Industrial Robotics (AIR) has acquired Owens Design, a Fremont, California-based industrial automation firm known for creating custom solutions in high-tech industries. This acquisition enhances AIR’s engineering capabilities across its operations in the U.S., U.K., and Ireland, allowing it to provide innovative solutions globally.

Audax Private Equity, a partner for middle- and lower-middle-market companies, has agreed to sell Trexon, a designer and manufacturer of custom interconnect solutions, to Amphenol Corporation. The sale is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, pending standard conditions.

Fortifi Food Processing Solutions has announced its acquisition of Provisur Technologies, a leader in protein processing solutions. This move supports Fortifi’s goal of providing advanced automation, robotics, and software.

Arthur Technologies is a company that specializes in augmented and virtual reality solutions for enterprises with a focus on dynamic collaboration. The company enables users to conduct virtual meetings, share files and information seamlessly, and export the results with ease.  Pulse 2.0 interviewed Arthur Technologies founder and CEO Christoph Fleischmann to gain a deeper understanding of the company.

Nexstar Media Group and TEGNA have announced an agreement for Nexstar to acquire all outstanding TEGNA shares for $22.00 per share, totaling $6.2 billion, including TEGNA’s net debt and fees. This purchase price represents a 31% premium over TEGNA’s average stock price ending August 8, 2025.