
Scale Computing announced a definitive agreement to acquire Adaptiv Networks, a cloud‑native SD‑WAN and SASE provider. The acquisition expands Scale’s edge computing portfolio with integrated network solutions and broadens its market presence in Canada. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Demoboost, a Warsaw‑based platform that turns product demos into revenue intelligence, announced a €2.8 million funding round co‑led by Digital Ocean Ventures and Rafał Brzoska’s family office RIO, with participation from B‑Value. The capital will be used to accelerate AI‑driven demo creation,...

Agentis Longevity announced the acquisition of BioDesign, a Florida-based longevity healthcare provider, to broaden its diagnostic and clinical capabilities. The deal expands Agentis' footprint across multiple Florida locations and adds BioDesign's expertise in personalized health programs. Financial terms were not...

Medtronic plc announced it will exercise its option to acquire privately held medical device maker CathWorks for up to $585 million, pending FTC approval. The deal will expand Medtronic’s interventional cardiology portfolio by adding CathWorks’ AI‑driven FFRangio system. Closing is expected...

Marvell Technology announced the completion of its acquisition of Celestial AI, a pioneer in optical interconnect technology for large‑scale AI deployments. The deal expands Marvell’s data‑center connectivity portfolio and is expected to add $1 billion in cash outflow and boost revenue...

Rocket Software announced a definitive agreement to acquire the Vertica analytics database platform from OpenText, expanding its modernization portfolio into high‑performance analytics and AI. The cash‑funded deal is expected to close in mid‑2026, with financial terms undisclosed.

CyberlinkASP, a provider of cloud and IT solutions for SMBs, announced the acquisition of Fresh Managed IT, a Birmingham‑based managed services firm serving 150 customers across healthcare, construction, and restaurants. The deal expands Cyberlink’s regional footprint in the Southeast and...

Decube, a data trust platform for enterprise AI, announced a $3 million funding round led by Taiwania Hive Ventures with participation from Iterative and 500 Global. The capital will support global expansion and product development across the APAC region.

Ainekko, a startup focused on open, software-defined AI infrastructure, announced a merger with fabless semiconductor company Veevx, known for embedded AI and MRAM-based memory solutions. The combined entity will operate under the Ainekko name, aiming to deliver an open, full‑stack...

Spring Health announced it will acquire Alma, a platform that helps independent mental health clinicians accept insurance and grow private practices. The deal, expected to close in Q2 2026, will merge Spring Health’s AI‑driven technology with Alma’s provider network, expanding...

Echo Global Logistics announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire third‑party logistics provider ITS Logistics. The deal will create a transportation platform with pro‑forma 2025 revenue of about $5.4 billion and is expected to close in the first half...

Diploid Genomics, Inc., an AI‑driven genomics analytics startup, announced its launch and the closing of a seed round led by Healthier Capital, which joins as co‑founder and sole external investor. The round, which closed in January 2026, provides strategic capital...

Balena, a hardware-agnostic platform for managing edge computing and AI device fleets, announced a strategic growth investment from LoneTree Capital. The funding will accelerate product innovation for Edge AI workloads, enhance security features, and expand global support. Terms were undisclosed...

FGS Global announced the launch of its AI Advisory practice and the acquisition of Memetica, a specialist AI-driven threat detection consultancy. The deal adds advanced threat intelligence capabilities to FGS Global’s portfolio, enhancing its ability to help clients manage AI-generated...

Syntys, backed by Ooredoo Group, has acquired Q Data QFZ LLC, a provider of hyperscale data centre facilities in Qatar, adding 12.5MW of capacity and bringing its live IT capacity to 26MW. The seller is Doha Venture Capital, a subsidiary...

Protera announced the acquisition of Redfig, a specialist in SAP BTP and AI automation, to broaden its cloud services and AI-driven solutions. The deal enhances Protera’s capabilities in SAP application management, data integration, and intelligent automation, positioning it to deliver...

Africa’s data centre market is set to nearly double to US$6.81 billion by 2030, driven by a projected AI market surge to over US$16.5 billion. The continent’s ambition to become a digital and AI hub hinges on robust power transmission, broadband connectivity,...

Assail, Inc. emerged from stealth with Ares, an autonomous AI platform that conducts continuous, machine‑speed penetration testing of APIs, web and mobile applications. The company closed a $250,000 pre‑seed round led by Squared Circle Ventures, received $100,000 in AWS credits,...

Truveta introduced Live Link, a prospective research platform that merges proprietary data with continuously updated real‑world clinical information. The solution delivers forward‑looking, regulatory‑grade evidence by combining EHR records, expert determination, and secure, HIPAA‑ and HITRUST‑certified storage. It enables life‑science firms...

AI‑enabled smartglasses are being positioned as the next executive productivity tool, promising to eliminate screen‑based distractions and keep leaders’ attention in the room. Industry leaders like Mark Zuckerberg warn that professionals who ignore the technology risk a cognitive disadvantage, while...

Lightbits Labs reported record growth in 2025 as enterprises adopt its NVMe over TCP software-defined storage to modernize AI and analytics workloads. The company saw a 3‑times year‑over‑year increase in software purchases, a 2‑times rise in average deal size, and...

Enterprise copilots are reshaping AI platforms from isolated models into a central decision‑making layer, with more than 60% of large firms already using AI in core functions by 2026. These copilots translate contextual data into actionable instructions, delivering 25‑40% productivity...

Darktrace announced the appointment of Terry Doyle as Chief Information Officer, joining the executive committee to lead a newly consolidated enterprise IT and data function. Doyle will unify technology services across the business, building enterprise‑scale systems that support Darktrace’s rapid...

Citeline and Swiss AI firm Risklick have announced a partnership to deliver an end‑to‑end digital protocol development platform that combines Citeline’s clinical data and AI models with Risklick’s authoring workflow and AI assistant. The integrated solution automates protocol design, operational...

AVAIO Digital announced the AVAIO Digital Leo campus, a new AI‑ready data center near Little Rock, Arkansas. The first phase involves a $6 billion investment, 150 MW of contracted grid power and the potential to scale to 1 GW. The 760‑acre site will...

Enterprises are hitting an "infrastructure wall" as AI adoption accelerates, with 65% of surveyed leaders saying their AI environments are too complex to manage. The 2026 AI Infrastructure Report, based on 600 U.S. IT and business decision‑makers, highlights cloud reliance...

Sheridan Capital Partners announced the completion of its investment in ICANotes, a cloud‑based practice management and electronic health record platform built for behavioral health providers. The capital infusion arrives as demand for mental‑health services and associated documentation compliance intensifies, creating...

Knowtex has rolled out its ambient clinical AI platform at the Veterans Affairs Kansas City site, marking the first production launch within the VA health system. The deployment supports primary‑care workflows and has already shown strong clinician adoption and high...

PointClickCare announced the upcoming launch of Referral Advisor, an AI‑driven intake platform for skilled nursing facilities. The tool integrates directly into the company’s EHR to extract, validate and summarize clinical and financial data from referral packets. By automating the traditionally...

ThreatQuotient, now part of Securonix, capped 2025 with seven prestigious awards, reinforcing its leadership in threat intelligence and security automation. The June acquisition created an AI‑powered unified SIEM platform that combines external intelligence with real‑time analytics. Expansion into the USA,...

Nesa announced its inclusion in Epic Toolbox for Inpatient Virtual Care for 2026, confirming deep, native integration with Epic’s EHR. The platform’s edge‑based AI delivers real‑time fall detection, automated documentation and predictive analytics while operating locally on each device. Reported...

CloseMate launched early access to the world’s first fully autonomous CRM built on AGI‑grade logic, redefining the model from traditional SaaS to “Service as Software.” Its AI agents act with executive authority, handling qualification, refunds, upsells and calendar bookings directly...

Speechmatics and Sully.ai announced a strategic partnership that couples Speechmatics' medical‑grade speech models with Sully's autonomous agent platform, all running on NVIDIA AI infrastructure. The collaboration aims to deliver AI receptionists and clinical scribes that cut administrative burden and generate...

CrowdStrike and Nord Security announced a strategic partnership to bring AI‑native Falcon protection to small and midsize businesses. The collaboration bundles Falcon Go and Falcon Enterprise with NordLayer’s secure access platform, simplifying purchase and deployment for SMBs. A joint offering with Pax8...
CallTrackingMetrics has rebranded as CTM, signaling its transition from a call‑analytics vendor to an AI‑driven communications intelligence platform. The new identity comes with a refreshed visual brand, website, and a suite of enterprise‑grade features launched in Q4, including Adobe Analytics...

OutSystems announced that Fay Sien Goon will serve as its new chief financial officer. Goon arrives with more than two decades of SaaS finance leadership, most recently as CFO of AppFolio and earlier as chief accounting officer at ServiceNow. In her role...

Northwestern Medicine announced a partnership with Tempus AI to broaden genomic testing for its cancer patients, aiming to cover nearly all tumor types, including early‑stage diagnoses. Tempus will provide a suite of next‑generation sequencing services—solid‑tissue DNA/RNA profiling, liquid biopsy, and...

1Password announced Nancy Wang as its new Chief Technology Officer, tasking her with leading the global engineering team and shaping the company’s AI strategy. Wang will focus on securing both human and non‑human identities, addressing the rise of AI‑driven workflows...

Tredence announced its Agentic Commerce accelerators, a suite of five configurable AI agents that let retailers design, build and scale personalized shopping experiences. The platform promises to cut implementation time by 60% and is initially launched on Google Cloud, with...

Impilo launched TaylorAI, an AI‑powered digital health concierge embedded in its Digital Health Store, to assist patients buying remote patient monitoring devices. The agent guides users through setup, connectivity, and troubleshooting, reducing reliance on traditional support channels. Early pilots show...

DDN, the leading AI data platform provider, has been named the top‑ranked company on CRN’s 2026 Cloud 100 list. The list highlights 100 channel‑focused cloud firms across infrastructure, security, software, storage and management. DDN earned the spot for its high‑performance, AI‑optimized...

HealthLeap, an AI-driven clinical decision platform, announced three senior executive appointments—Chief Commercial Officer Wayne Grodsky, Chief Strategy Officer Michael Blumental, and Chief Technology Officer Tamir Shklaz—to drive a rapid expansion in 2026. The hires accompany a reported 7‑fold revenue increase...

Anchor Browser announced it now powers Groq’s agent infrastructure, delivering high‑performance, reliable browser capabilities for AI agents. The integration lets Groq’s agents interact with modern web sites and internal SaaS tools that lack APIs, bridging the gap between AI models...

Zendesk’s 2026 CX Trends report declares contextual intelligence—the real‑time blend of AI, data and human insight—as the new benchmark for exceptional customer experience in APAC. The study shows that 77% of regional consumers now expect higher service standards, 96% demand...

CyberArk’s new study of 500 U.S. PAM practitioners reveals a stark gap between confidence and reality: only 1% of organizations have fully adopted a Just‑in‑Time (JIT) privileged‑access model, while 91% still rely on always‑on privileges. Although 76% claim their PAM...

Spirit AI unveiled its Vision‑Language‑Action model, Spirit v1.5, which achieved the top spot on the RoboChallenge Table30 benchmark covering real‑robot tasks such as object insertion and multi‑step tool use. The model integrates visual perception, language understanding, and action generation in...

Brado, a healthcare engagement firm, announced a strategic investment partnership with venture capital firm Santé Ventures, leading to the creation of Brado AI, a dedicated entity for its Conversational Engagement Platform (CEP). The partnership provides capital and expertise to accelerate...

Bidgely cemented its role as the leading energy AI provider in 2025 by acquiring Grid4C, securing more than 16 utility‑focused AI patents, and unveiling UtilityAI Pro, a cloud‑agnostic vertical AI platform. The solution now powers over 35 utilities across the...

Articul8 announced the deployment of its domain‑specific Generative AI platform on Google Cloud for a leading semiconductor company in Santa Clara. The solution accelerates product development, sales engineering, and go‑to‑market workflows by leveraging multimodal intelligence across engineering drawings, 3D meshes,...

11:11 Systems announced the acquisition of managed‑IT services firm Ntirety, marking its sixth purchase of an authorized VMware partner. The terms were undisclosed, but the deal aims to strengthen 11:11's VMware‑based cloud, security and AI offerings for its enterprise customers.

Skylight Health announced on Jan. 8, 2026 that it has acquired Stellation Care, an AI‑driven provider‑analytics firm. The acquisition adds AI‑powered provider and network insights to Skylight’s multispecialty care platform, expanding its capabilities for health plans and risk‑based providers serving over 3 million...

Spectral Capital Corporation announced it has signed a definitive stock purchase agreement to acquire 100% of Telvantis Voice Services, Inc. in a stock-for-stock transaction, with earn‑out provisions tied to 2026 revenue and profit milestones. The deal is expected to close...

Cyderes announced it has acquired Lucidum, a security data‑fabric provider, to unify identity‑aware foundations across its IAM, Exposure Management and MDR offerings. The deal aims to boost Cyderes’ agentic AI capabilities and enable new SaaS‑based security products. Lucidum will continue...

Qualcomm announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Alphawave IP Group plc (Alphawave Semi), bringing high‑speed wired connectivity technology into its data‑center portfolio. The deal, finalized ahead of schedule, positions Qualcomm to expand AI compute and connectivity solutions...