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Flashpass: $4.25 Million Raised For Gov-Tech Workforce Upskilling Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Flashpass, a Columbus, Ohio-based digital skills platform focused on workforce upskilling, has raised $4.25 million in an oversubscribed seed funding round as it aims to address labor displacement and evolving job market demands driven by artificial intelligence. The round was led by J2 Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm known for backing companies such as Oura Ring, Aalyria, Apex, and Code Metal. Additional participation came from Seven Stars Ventures, RiverPark Ventures, and Uncommon Projects.

PCSI: Acquisition Of CareStarter And Feedback Launches PCSIx Innovation Unit

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Professional Contract Services, Inc. (PCSI), a national nonprofit focused on employing people with disabilities, announced the acquisition of CareStarter and Feedback, establishing the foundation for its newly launched innovation unit, PCSIx. The initiative represents a strategic move to expand PCSI’s mission through technology, behavioral science, and integrated innovation aimed at improving outcomes for people with disabilities and their families.

ReSpark: GreenSpark Software And ReMatter Combine To Form Metal Recycling Software Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

GreenSpark Software and ReMatter announced a definitive agreement to combine and form ReSpark, a unified software platform designed for the metal recycling and scrap yard industry. The newly formed company brings together two purpose-built platforms, integrating their products, teams, and customer bases to serve operators across the United States, Canada, and international markets.

Empire Company To Acquire Mayrand Food Group For Québec Discount/Warehouse Expansion

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Empire Company Limited announced it has entered into an agreement, through its wholly owned subsidiary Sobeys Inc., to acquire Mayrand Food Group, a long-established food retailer operating four large-format locations across the Greater Montréal area.

Motorola Solutions: Hyper Acquisition Expands Agentic AI To Strengthen 911 Response And Public Safety Workflows

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Motorola Solutions announced it has acquired HyperYou, Inc. (Hyper), a company specializing in conversational, agentic AI designed to reduce the burden on understaffed public safety answering points. The acquisition expands Motorola Solutions’ deployment of agentic AI across its Command Center portfolio and its mission-critical AI platform, Assist, while introducing new Assist Agents aimed at accelerating emergency response and improving operational efficiency.

Ailux Appoints Maria Belvisi As Chief Scientific Officer To Advance Drug Development

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Ailux announced the appointment of Maria G. Belvisi, Ph.D., as Chief Scientific Officer, marking a significant step in its evolution from AI-driven biologics discovery to a fully integrated drug development organization.

Mach Industries Appoints Amanda Sustak As Senior Vice President Of Business Development

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Mach Industries, a defense manufacturing company focused on advanced unmanned systems, announced the appointment of Amanda Sustak as Senior Vice President of Business Development, marking a strategic move to accelerate growth across key national security sectors.

Pep Boys: Nik Umrani Appointed Chief Information Officer To Lead Technology Strategy

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Pep Boys announced the appointment of Nik Umrani as Chief Information Officer, reinforcing the company’s focus on advancing its technology capabilities and enhancing customer experience.

Hitachi Solutions: CEO Roger Lvin Appointed To Lead Global Digital Transformation Expansion

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Hitachi Solutions today announced the appointment of Roger Lvin as Chief Executive Officer and President, effective immediately, as the company looks to accelerate its global digital transformation strategy and deepen its enterprise partnerships.

Somnigroup: $2.5 Billion All-Stock Acquisition Of Leggett & Platt To Expand Vertical Integration Strategy

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Kornit Digital: Acquisition Of PrintFactory To Accelerate Digital, On-Demand Textile Production

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Kornit Digital announced the acquisition of PrintFactory, a Netherlands-based provider of cloud-native workflow, color management, and production automation software, as part of its strategy to accelerate the digital transformation of the global fashion and textile industry.

Brado AI: Acquisition Of ProviderIQ From Hatchleaf To Advance Precision Routing In Healthcare Access

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Brado AI announced the acquisition of ProviderIQ from Hatchleaf, strengthening its Conversational Engagement Platform with enhanced precision routing and patient-provider matching capabilities driven by clinical data and real-world workflows.

GFL Environmental: $6.4 Billion Acquisition Of SECURE Waste Infrastructure To Expand Western Canada Footprint

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

GFL Environmental announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SECURE Waste Infrastructure Corp. for approximately $6.4 billion, significantly expanding its waste management footprint across Western Canada.

Simplicity Group: ATS Wealth Management Acquisition Expands Estate Planning And Wealth Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Simplicity Group, a financial planning and advisory platform focused on integrating wealth accumulation and protection strategies, announced the acquisition of ATS Wealth Management, an investment management firm with offices in San Diego and Palo Alto.

Adams Street Partners: $7.5 Billion Raised For Third Private Credit Platform

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Adams Street Partners, a private markets investment management firm, announced the close of its third private credit platform, including its Private Credit III fund, with $7.5 billion in committed capital.

Palm: Strategic Investment From Amex Ventures To Advance Portable Business Identity Network

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Palm, a business identity infrastructure platform, announced a strategic investment from Amex Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of American Express, to support the expansion of its API-driven identity network.

Citizens: $2.85 Million Investment Expands Financial Literacy And Empowerment Initiatives Nationwide

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Citizens Financial Group announced a $2.85 million investment to support financial literacy initiatives across the United States, funding 135 nonprofit organizations in 23 states as part of its broader effort to expand access to financial education.

The LCP Group: $104.5 Million Construction Financing For Ritz-Carlton Savannah Development

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

The LCP Group, a private real estate investment manager focused on hospitality investments, announced it has originated $104.5 million in construction financing for the development of The Ritz-Carlton Savannah, a 168-key luxury hotel in Savannah’s Historic District.

Soltis: GDM Private Financial Solutions Addition Expands In-House Tax Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Soltis Investment Advisors, an SEC-registered investment adviser with approximately $13 billion in client assets, announced the addition of GDM Private Financial Solutions, a firm specializing in accounting and tax services. The move strengthens Soltis’ ability to deliver integrated wealth and tax advisory solutions to its clients.

OnePoint BFG Wealth Partners Onboards $425 Million Firm Armstrong & Sinoff

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

OnePoint BFG Wealth Partners, a wealth advisory and financial planning firm, announced it has partnered with Armstrong & Sinoff Financial, a boutique firm known for its integrated and high-touch client service approach.

FutureFit AI: Strategic Investment From Achieve Partners To Scale Workforce Development Technology

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

FutureFit AI, a workforce technology company focused on AI-powered career navigation and talent marketplaces, announced a strategic investment from Achieve Partners, led by investor and author Ryan Craig.

Remission Medical: Series A Raised For Virtual Rheumatology Platform Expansion

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Remission Medical, a virtual rheumatology company that partners directly with health systems to deliver embedded specialty care, announced the close of its Series A funding round led by Blue Heron Capital. The company will use the new funding to expand its health system partnerships, grow its clinical workforce, and scale its technology platform to support broader deployment.

Slate Auto: $650 Million Series C Funding Raised For Affordable Customizable Vehicles

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Slate Auto, an American vehicle manufacturer focused on affordable and customizable vehicles, announced the close of a $650 million Series C funding round led by TWG Global.

Citra Space: $15 Million Raised For Space Object Identification Technology

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Citra Space Corp, a space technology company focused on space object identification (SOI), announced the close of a $15 million Series A financing round led by Washington Harbour Partners, with participation from Industrious Ventures, Reliable Properties, and existing investors including Scout VC, Squadra Ventures, Alumni Ventures, and Flex Capital.

Webull Canada Launches Zero-Commission Trading For U.S. And Canadian Equities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Webull Canada, the Canadian subsidiary of Webull Corporation, has introduced zero-commission trading across its platform, allowing investors to trade both U.S. and Canadian equities without paying commissions. The offering is now available immediately to all clients.

pH7 Technologies: C$55 Million Series B Closed To Scale Critical Minerals Extraction Technology

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

pH7 Technologies announced the oversubscribed final close of its Series B financing round, raising approximately $32 million in equity and securing additional venture debt, bringing its total financing package to about C$55 million.

26North Partners: $5.9 Billion Raised For Inaugural Private Equity Fund

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

26North Partners announced the final close of its debut private equity fund with approximately $5.9 billion in capital commitments, exceeding its initial $4 billion target and signaling strong investor demand for its middle-market investment strategy.

Crisil Integral IQ: Interview With President & Business Head Suprabha AD About The Risk Management Company

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Crisil Integral IQ (formerly Crisil GR&RS) is a company that delivers advanced research, risk management, data analytics, and operational solutions to global financial institutions, driving strategic transformation and operational excellence. Pulse 2.0 interviewed Crisil Integral IQ Suprabha AD to learn more.

Otis Takes Majority Stake In WeMaintain To Advance Service Technology And Innovation

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Otis Worldwide announced it has acquired a majority stake in WeMaintain, a fast-growing, tech-enabled provider of elevator and escalator maintenance services.

Vertiv Acquires BMarko Structures To Expand AI Infrastructure Manufacturing Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Apr 13, 2026

Vertiv Holdings Co announced the acquisition of BMarko Structures LLC to strengthen its ability to deliver scalable, prefabricated, and converged infrastructure solutions for data centers and AI deployments.