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Sola: $8 Million Raised To Transform Property Insurance With Data-Driven Precision

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 4, 2025

Property insurance company Sola has announced the close of its $8 million Series A funding round, bringing its total capital raised to $11.7 million. The round was led by FINTOP Capital and JAM FINTOP, with additional support from 10vc and Georgia Tech, underscoring strong investor confidence in Sola’s vision to modernize and simplify property insurance for homeowners across the country.

Ampersand Capital: Global Reach Expanded With New London Office

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 4, 2025

Ampersand Capital Partners, a global private equity firm with a deep focus on life sciences and healthcare growth investments, has announced the opening of a new office in London. This move marks a significant milestone in the firm’s ongoing expansion across Europe. This new location builds on the success of Ampersand’s Amsterdam office, which was launched in 2017 and has since played a pivotal role in the firm’s European strategy.

Advent To Buy Australia-Based Automic Group In Reported $725 Million Deal

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 4, 2025

Advent International has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Automic Group. This fast-growing technology company has become a cornerstone of financial market infrastructure in Australia and New Zealand. The acquisition marks Advent’s first local deal since opening its Sydney office, and it reflects the firm’s continued commitment to expanding its presence across the Asia-Pacific region. Even though the financial terms of the transaction were not publicly disclosed, multiple sources have valued the deal at approximately $725 million.

KKR: $528 Million Deal For Luxury Cosmetics Packaging Company Samhwa

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 4, 2025

Samhwa, a South Korean company that has quietly become one of the most influential players in the global cosmetics packaging industry, has entered a new chapter in its journey. The company announced that global investment firm KKR has fully acquired it in a deal valued at KRW733 billion, or approximately $528 million. The deal marks a significant milestone not only for Samhwa, but also for the broader Korean beauty ecosystem, which continues to gain international prominence.

Goldman Sachs Investing Up To $1 Billion In T. Rowe Price

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 4, 2025

Goldman Sachs and T. Rowe Price have announced a new partnership aimed at combining their strengths to offer a broader range of investment solutions. This collaboration is designed to cater specifically to the evolving needs of individuals planning for retirement and those managing wealth.

MagicDoor: $4.5 Million Seed Funding Raised For Assisting With Property Management

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 4, 2025

MagicDoor is an innovative company that has developed an AI-driven platform designed to streamline and automate many of the routine tasks involved in managing properties. This includes everything from listing vacancies to collecting rent, dispatching maintenance requests, sourcing vendors, and ensuring compliance with various regulations. The company has recently secured $4.5 million in seed funding, with notable investors such as Okapi Venture Capital and Shadow Ventures co-leading the round. Other participants in this funding included Motley Fool Ventures, VITALIZE Venture Capital, and Early Light Ventures.

Liffo: Interview With Founder & Co-CEO Massimiliano Delsante About The AI-Based Cooking Robot

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 4, 2025

Liffo is a company that sells an AI-based autonomous cooking robot designed to prepare meals from start to finish without human supervision. Pulse 2.0 interviewed Liffo founder and co-CEO Massimiliano Delsante to gain a deeper understanding of the company.