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Savant Wealth Management, a nationally recognized fee-only registered investment adviser, has announced the acquisition of PrairieView Partners, a respected RIA based in St. Paul, Minnesota. With more than $1.2 billion in assets under management, PrairieView brings a strong legacy of comprehensive wealth planning services to Savant’s growing national platform.

CoreWeave has announced an agreement to buy OpenPipe, a company recognized for its leadership in reinforcement learning (RL) and its widely adopted developer tools for training AI agents. This acquisition marks another strategic step in CoreWeave’s ongoing effort to build a vertically integrated AI infrastructure stack, following its recent acquisition of Weights & Biases.

3LS, an employee-owned family of companies, has announced the acquisition of 40 Million Owners, a respected ESOP advisory firm focused on building sustainable employee-owned enterprises. The firm will now become part of the growing 3LS Professional Services division, joining a portfolio that includes the marketing agency 5by5. 

Geniez AI, a company pioneering the connection between legacy mainframe systems and AI, has announced the closing of a $6 million seed funding round. The round was co-led by StageOne Ventures and Canapi Ventures, marking a significant step forward in Geniez AI’s mission to modernize enterprise infrastructure without the need for costly migration or disruptive overhauls.

Orchard Robotics, a rapidly growing innovator in AI-based farming technology, has announced the close of its oversubscribed $22 million Series A funding round. Led by Quiet Capital and Shine Capital, the round also saw continued support from General Catalyst, Contrary, Mythos, Valyrian, Ravelin, and notable individual investors, including Formula 1 World Champion Nico Rosberg and tech entrepreneur Howard Lerman.

Wealthtech leader Dispatch announced the closing of its $18 million Series A funding round, bringing its total capital raised to $30 million. The round was led by Brewer Lane Ventures and included participation from New York Life Ventures, MassMutual Ventures, Perceptive Ventures, and returning investors F-Prime, Flyover Capital, and Fika Ventures.

Eagle Venture Fund has announced the launch of its second dedicated investment vehicle aimed at combating human trafficking through technology: Freedom Fund II. With a target size of $50 million, this fund builds on the momentum of Freedom Fund I, which has already backed 20 high-growth companies making a tangible difference in the fight against exploitation.

Vouched, a company focused on AI-based identity and agent verification, has announced the closing of its Series A funding round, raising $17 million in new capital. Spring Rock Ventures led the round.

Atlas Venture has announced the closing of its third Opportunity Fund, securing $400 million in an oversubscribed round. This latest fund, known as Opportunity Fund III, marks a significant milestone in Atlas’s continued evolution as a leading force in life sciences venture capital. It arrives on the heels of the firm’s $450 million Fund XIV, which closed in late 2024 and serves as Atlas’s most recent early-stage investment vehicle.

Independent wealth management firm Cerity Partners announced its intention to merge with Graypoint, a well-established financial advisory firm based in Albany, New York. This strategic merger marks a significant expansion of Cerity Partners’ footprint in the Capital Region. It reflects the firm’s ongoing commitment to deepening its presence in key markets across the country. Once the transaction is finalized, Graypoint will operate under the Cerity Partners brand, and its President and CEO, Daniel Nolan, will assume a new leadership role as Partner and Vice Chairman of Cerity Partners.

EchoStar has entered into a definitive agreement with SpaceX to sell its AWS-4 and H-block spectrum licenses in a transaction valued at approximately $17 billion. The deal includes up to $8.5 billion in cash and up to $8.5 billion in SpaceX stock, based on the valuation at the time the agreement was signed. In addition to the spectrum sale, SpaceX will fund roughly $2 billion in cash interest payments on EchoStar’s outstanding debt through November 2027, providing further financial flexibility.

AddEvent is an online platform that helps organizations promote their events and increase attendance by making it incredibly easy for people to add those events to their personal calendars. Pulse 2.0 interviewed AddEvent founder and CEO Michael Nilsson to gain a deeper understanding of the company.

Lead Bank, a state-chartered institution that has rapidly become a cornerstone for fintech and digital asset companies, has announced the successful close of its $70 million Series B funding round. The round attracted a mix of new and returning investors, including ICONIQ and Greycroft, alongside existing backers such as Ribbit Capital, Coatue, Khosla Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, and Zeev Ventures. With this latest infusion of capital, Lead Bank’s post-money valuation now stands at an impressive $1.47 billion—more than doubling its valuation from just over a year ago.

Peak Rock Capital, a private investment firm known for its hands-on approach to middle-market investing, has announced the final close of two major funds: Peak Rock Capital Fund IV and Peak Rock Capital Credit Fund III. Together, these vehicles have raised more than $3 billion, marking a significant milestone in the firm’s continued expansion and underscoring the strong demand from institutional investors for Peak Rock’s investment strategy.

Atlassian, known for its suite of collaboration and productivity tools used by millions of professionals around the world, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire New York-based The Browser Company. Known for its innovative work on the Dia and Arc browsers, The Browser Company has been at the forefront of rethinking how people interact with the web. This deal marks a step toward reshaping the browser experience for the modern knowledge worker, especially in a time increasingly defined by artificial intelligence and cloud-based applications.

Rithm Capital, a global alternative asset manager known for its expansive reach across credit, real estate, and structured finance, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Crestline Management, L.P., a respected alternative investment firm with approximately $17 billion in assets under management.

Modern Wealth Management has announced the acquisition of Public Safety Financial/Galloway (PSF/Galloway), a Mesa, Arizona-based RIA managing $1.1 billion in assets. This deal not only expands Modern Wealth’s footprint into the Southwest but also marks the formal launch of Public Safety Financial, a new division dedicated to serving the unique financial needs of police officers, firefighters, government employees, military veterans, and their families.

SprintRay, a leader in dental 3D printing technology, has taken a significant step forward in its mission to transform digital dentistry with the acquisition of the EnvisionTEC/ETEC dental product portfolio. This acquisition encompasses a diverse range of patents, trademarks, inventory, and intellectual property related to dental materials and 3D printing technologies, previously under the Desktop Health brand. The move signals SprintRay’s commitment to advancing the capabilities of dental professionals through reliable, high-performance hardware and clinically validated materials.

Trive Capital, a Dallas-based private equity firm known for building high-performance industrial platforms, has officially unveiled Canopy Aerospace & Defense, a newly formed company focused on delivering advanced materials solutions to some of the most demanding defense and commercial applications in the world. The launch of Canopy A&D represents a strategic consolidation of capabilities, bringing together two highly respected manufacturers—Hera Technologies Inc. and MSM Industries Inc.—alongside a newly established research and development hub, Canopy Aerospace Inc.

Nuveen Private Capital, a private credit platform formed through the integration of Churchill Asset Management in the U.S. and Arcmont Asset Management in Europe, has entered into a strategic partnership with Hunter Point Capital and Temasek. This move brings together three influential players in the global investment landscape, each contributing distinct strengths to support the continued growth and evolution of Nuveen’s private capital business.

Wealth management firm Corient announced the acquisition of Breed’s Hill Capital, a Boston-based multi-family office known for its high-touch advisory services and deep expertise in serving ultra-high-net-worth families. With about $3.5 billion in assets under management, Breed’s Hill Capital brings a seasoned team and a legacy of personalized financial planning to Corient’s expanding national platform.

Aon has announced a strategic move with the signing of a definitive agreement to sell a substantial portion of NFP’s wealth management business to Madison Dearborn Partners (MDP), a Chicago-based private equity firm known for its deep experience in financial services. The deal includes Wealthspire Advisors, Fiducient Advisors, Newport Private Wealth, and several related platforms, all of which have played a significant role in NFP’s wealth management footprint.

Y Capital, a newly launched private equity firm founded by Eric Vest, has entered the market with a mission to bring artificial intelligence and operational scale to legacy industries, thereby strengthening American competitiveness. The firm’s first significant move is a $15 million expansion capital investment in Dextall, a New York City–based company that is reimagining how building envelopes are designed, manufactured, and installed.

Meroka, a health-tech startup focused on revitalizing independent medical practices, has officially launched with $6 million in seed funding. The round was led by Better Tomorrow Ventures and Slow Ventures, with participation from 8VC and several other investors who share Meroka’s vision for a more human-centered healthcare system.

D•engage, a rapidly growing technology company focused on transforming how brands engage with their customers, has announced a strategic investment round led by TIBAS Ventures. The funding round also includes participation from Gelecek Etki VC, which operates in partnership with Vestel Ventures and Tacirler Asset Management, as well as Maxis and the Türkiye Development Fund’s Invest 101 Fund. This funding round marks a pivotal moment for D•engage, enabling the company to accelerate product innovation, expand into new markets, and deepen its role as a trusted infrastructure provider for enterprise-grade customer experience solutions.

Tidal Cyber, a Virginia-based cybersecurity company focused on redefining how organizations defend against real-world threats, has announced the close of a $10 million Series A funding round. The investment was led by Bright Pixel Capital, with continued support from a strong group of existing backers including USAA, Squadra, Capital One, Veteran Ventures, Task Force X, and Ultratech. This new round of funding marks a significant milestone for the company, providing the resources needed to accelerate product development, expand its team, and deepen its impact across the cybersecurity landscape.

LightYX, a rapidly growing construction technology company based in Israel, has announced the close of its $11 million Series A funding round. The investment was led by NOVA by Saint-Gobain, the venture arm of one of the world’s largest and most respected names in sustainable construction. The round also drew support from a diverse group of investors, including Yachad Capital Partners, Shibumi International, Somersault Ventures, and a network of private backers from both Israel and abroad with deep ties to the real estate and construction sectors. This new capital, combined with six grants totaling $3.3 million from the Israel Innovation Authority, gives LightYX a strong foundation to accelerate its growth and expand its reach across global markets.

Etherealize, a company focused on building the infrastructure needed to bring traditional financial institutions onto Ethereum, has closed a $40 million funding round led by Electric Capital and Paradigm. This new investment follows a foundational grant from Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and the Ethereum Foundation in 2024, which helped launch the company’s operations and early outreach to the financial sector. With this latest round, Etherealize is entering a new phase of growth, deepening its role as a key architect of institutional-grade tools for tokenized assets and privacy-preserving settlement on Ethereum.

Chargebee has announced the acquisition of Inai, a payments intelligence and analytics company known for its advanced capabilities in optimizing payment workflows and uncovering hidden revenue opportunities. This move marks a significant step forward in Chargebee’s mission to help businesses of all sizes manage their billing and monetization strategies with greater precision, flexibility, and insight. By integrating Inai’s technology and team into its platform, Chargebee is deepening its commitment to building a more innovative, more adaptive payments ecosystem for recurring revenue businesses around the world.

LPOXY Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on preventing Clostridioides difficile infections without antibiotics, has taken a significant step forward in its development journey. The company has signed a term sheet with 5Horizons Ventures, a life sciences venture capital firm known for backing transformative healthcare technologies. This agreement sets the stage for a $28 million Series A financing round, which will support the launch of LPOXY’s registrational STOP-Cdiff clinical trial. The trial is designed to evaluate SIDIPREV, the company’s novel therapy aimed at preventing life-threatening C. difficile infections in vulnerable hospitalized patients.