Symrise Invests in Bond Pet Foods to Accelerate Precision‑fermented Pet Proteins
German flavour and chemicals giant Symrise has made an equity investment in Colorado‑based startup Bond Pet Foods, a precision‑fermentation company producing animal‑identical proteins for pet nutrition. The undisclosed amount will help accelerate commercialization of sustainable pet food ingredients, combining Symrise’s application expertise with Bond’s fermentation technology. The partnership aims to expand high‑performance, low‑carbon protein solutions for pet food manufacturers.
Nula Therapeutics Secures $10M Series A From Apollo Health Ventures and $20M ARPA‑H Grant
New York‑based biotech startup Nula Therapeutics announced it has raised $10 million in a Series A round led by Apollo Health Ventures, alongside a $20 million grant from the U.S. Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA‑H) to study aging. The funding will...
Molex to Acquire Teramount for Fiber-to-Chip Connectivity
Molex announced an agreement to acquire Israel-based Teramount Ltd., a developer of detachable fiber-to-chip connectivity solutions for high‑volume Co‑Packaged Optics and silicon photonics. The acquisition, expected to close in the first half of 2026, will combine Teramount’s IP with Molex’s...
Spektr Raises $20M Series A Led by New Enterprise Associates
Copenhagen‑based fintech compliance startup Spektr announced a $20 million Series A round led by New Enterprise Associates, with participation from Northzone, Seedcamp and PSV Tech. The funding brings total capital raised to just under $26 million and will support expansion into London, New York and...
LD TravOcean Acquires DP2 MPSV Siddis Mariner
LD TravOcean, a subsidiary of LD Armateurs, has completed the acquisition of the 2011-built DP2 multipurpose support vessel Siddis Mariner, which will be renamed TVO Mariner, as part of LDA Group's plan to double its fleet and expand offshore services.
Artemis Raises $70M in Combined Seed and Series A Round
New York‑based cybersecurity startup Artemis announced a $70 million combined seed and Series A funding round, backed by Brightmind, Felicis, First Round Capital, Lockstep, Theory VC and Two Sigma Ventures. The AI‑driven platform aims to detect and contain threats across applications, users, machines and cloud...
Meiji Seika Pharma Invests in Centivax to Develop Universal Influenza Vaccine
Japanese pharmaceutical company Meiji Seika Pharma announced an investment in US biotech Centivax to advance its universal influenza vaccine candidate, Centi-Flu 01, currently in Phase I testing. The amount was not disclosed. The investment aims to accelerate development of a...
ByteDance Partners with Seres, Securing $14.7M Development Investment for Doubao AI Smart Cabin
ByteDance announced a partnership with Chinese automaker Seres, which has invested over 100 million yuan (≈ $14.7 million) in development fees to integrate the Doubao AI model into vehicle cabins. The collaboration aims to deploy a 30‑billion‑parameter AI model on‑board, marking a major push...
Wipro Acquires Olam Group's Mindsprint IT and Digital Services Business
Wipro announced it will acquire the Mindsprint IT and digital services business from Singapore‑based Olam Group, as part of an eight‑year engagement that includes a committed spend of $800 million. The deal, disclosed in early April 2026, expands Wipro’s AI‑native offerings...
INVIA Raises $1.2M From Angel Investors to Build AI-Powered Financial OS for SMEs in Egypt
Egyptian fintech startup INVIA announced it has raised $1.2 million from angel investors and strategic backers to accelerate development of its AI-powered financial operating system for small and medium-sized enterprises. The funding will be used to expand product development, engineering,...
Home Depot Acquires Simpl Automation to Boost Fulfillment Strategy
Home Depot announced the acquisition of warehouse‑technology firm Simpl Automation, with terms undisclosed. The deal aims to enhance distribution‑center speed, same‑day and next‑day fulfillment, and worker safety through automated storage and retrieval systems. The acquisition follows a pilot of Simpl’s...
Outcraft AI Raises €2M ($2.2M) in Pre-Seed Round From Practica Capital
Vilnius‑based AI startup Outcraft AI announced it has closed a €2 million ($2.2 million) pre‑Seed funding round led by Practica Capital. The capital will be used to develop its autonomous revenue engine and expand go‑to‑market efforts. Early backers include venture builder Lost...
NOC Energy Secures $2.7M Seed Funding Led by 360 Capital
NOC Energy, a startup developing induction-based high-temp electric hot-gas generators for cement and glass production, closed a $2.7 million seed round. The round was led by 360 Capital with participation from SOSV and Desai VC. The funding will support pilot deployments...
American Express Acquires Hyper to Boost AI and Expense Management Offerings
American Express announced it will acquire Hyper, an AI-driven expense management startup, to strengthen its AI capabilities across its commercial services. The acquisition will integrate Hyper’s AI agents into Amex’s expense management platform and broader product suite. Deal terms were...
Auctor Raises $20M Series A Led by Sequoia Capital
Auctor, an AI-native platform for enterprise software implementation, announced a $20 million Series A funding round led by Sequoia Capital, with participation from M12, HubSpot Ventures, Workday Ventures, OneStream, Y Combinator, Tercera, and Dig Ventures. The round will support the...
Parasail Raises $32M Series A for Its Pay-per-Token Inference Cloud
Parasail Inc., an AI infrastructure startup, announced a $32 million Series A round led by Touring Capital and Kindred Ventures, with participation from Samsung Electronics’ startup investment arm. The funding will be used to enhance its AI Supercloud platform, expand its partner...
InnoTek Completes S$16M Share Placement to Fund Acquisitions and Expansion
InnoTek announced the completion of a placement of 24.6 million new shares at S$0.6506, raising about S$16 million (≈$11.7 M). Maybank Securities acted as placement agent and Lion Global Investors was among the end placees. Proceeds will be used for acquisitions, strategic alliances,...
TransPerfect Acquires Studio Emme SpA to Expand Global Media Footprint
TransPerfect, the world’s largest provider of language and AI solutions, announced the acquisition of Rome‑based post‑production and dubbing studio Studio Emme SpA. The deal expands TransPerfect Media’s global studio footprint, with Studio Emme’s leadership team remaining in place. Financial terms...
DHL Group Acquires CRYOPDP to Strengthen Pharma Logistics
DHL Group announced the acquisition of CRYOPDP, a specialty courier focused on clinical trials, biopharma and cell and gene therapies, as part of its multi‑billion‑euro investment to expand its life‑sciences logistics network. The deal adds CRYOPDP’s expertise to DHL’s new...
Backcountry Acquires Coalatree to Launch Outdoor Brand Incubator
Outdoor retailer Backcountry announced the acquisition of Utah‑based apparel brand Coalatree as the first addition to its new Backcountry Garage incubator. The deal will bring Coalatree’s eco‑focused products onto Backcountry.com while allowing the brand to retain its direct‑to‑consumer channel. The...
Keebler Health Secures $16M Series A Funding Led by Flare Capital Partners
Keebler Health, an AI‑enabled risk adjustment platform, announced a $16 million Series A round led by Flare Capital Partners with participation from Sands Capital, Hustle Fund, Everywhere Ventures, Freestyle Capital, Underdog Labs, Tweener Fund, New Stack Ventures, Tau Ventures, Aviano Ventures and...
SolvaPay Raises $2.6M Pre‑seed Round Led by Redstone and MS&AD Ventures
Stockholm‑based AI payments platform SolvaPay closed a $2.6 million pre‑seed funding round to build AI‑native payment infrastructure for the emerging agentic commerce market. The round was led by Redstone and MS&AD Ventures, with participation from Antler and Greens Ventures. The capital...
Sectra Finalizes Oxipit Acquisition
Swedish PACS provider Sectra completed its acquisition of AI imaging company Oxipit, adding the autonomous chest X‑ray analysis product ChestLink to its AI marketplace. The deal, first announced in March, integrates Oxipit’s team into Sectra’s Imaging IT Solutions division to...
Viant Acquires TVision Insights for $40M
Viant Technology, a CTV and AI-powered programmatic advertising specialist, announced a definitive agreement to acquire TVision Insights, an attention measurement provider, for $40 million in cash and stock. The acquisition will integrate TVision's attention signals into Viant's platform, enhancing AI-driven...
Wood & Co Acquires 75MW of Ready‑to‑build Battery Storage Projects in Finland From BHM Group
Czech investor Wood & Co announced the acquisition of two ready‑to‑build battery‑energy‑storage‑system projects in Finland, totaling 75 MW/150 MWh, from Czech investor BHM Group. The assets, previously owned by BHM Group and developed by Winda Energy, were completed in late March, with...
Coupang Invests $50M in SBVA Korea Sovereign AI Fund to Boost AI, Robotics, and Semiconductor Startups
Coupang Inc. announced a $50 million commitment to the SBVA Korea Sovereign AI Fund, matching a $50 million investment from Korea Venture Investment Corporation. The fund will support late‑stage AI, robotics and semiconductor companies under South Korea’s Next Unicorn Project, marking part...
Monbake Group Acquires Spanish Foodservice Supplier Triticum
Spanish frozen bakery leader Monbake Group announced the acquisition of local foodservice supplier Triticum, a bakery products maker for the hospitality sector. Financial terms were not disclosed. The deal, aimed at strengthening Monbake’s value proposition in the horeca channel, follows...
Wayve Raises $60M From AMD, Arm and Qualcomm Ventures
London-based autonomous vehicle startup Wayve announced a $60 million funding round from chipmakers AMD, Arm and Qualcomm Ventures. The investment will support Wayve's global expansion and development of its AI driver platform for robotaxi fleets, building on its $1.2 bn Series...
InnovMetric Acquires German Partner Duwe-3d
InnovMetric announced the acquisition of its long‑time German partner Duwe-3d, the master distributor of PolyWorks in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The deal integrates Duwe-3d’s expertise into InnovMetric’s European division, ensuring continuity for customers and expanding technical services for dimensional inspection.
Allica Bank Completes $155m Funding Round
Allica Bank, the UK SME lender, announced the completion of a $155 million funding round, bolstering its capital as it expands its loan book and considers international growth. The round was completed recently, with the company reporting strong profit growth...
Ranger Acquires Fidelity Integrated Systems
Ranger, backed by Hyperion, announced the acquisition of fire and safety-security provider Fidelity Integrated Systems. The deal, disclosed on April 15, 2026, expands Ranger's portfolio in access control, CCTV, intruder alarms, and gate automation. Deal value was not disclosed.
Revolution Medicines Raises $2B in Concurrent Stock and Debt Offerings
Revolution Medicines announced a $2 billion financing, combining a stock offering and debt issuance, to fund its development of daraxonrasib for advanced pancreatic cancer. The raise exceeds the company's original target and supports further clinical progress.
Rocket Lab Closes $155.3M Acquisition of Mynaric
Rocket Lab announced on Tuesday that it has closed its acquisition of German optical communications terminal supplier Mynaric AG for $155.3 million, $5.3 million above the originally agreed price. The transaction includes a nominal cash payment and roughly 2.3 million...
AeriTek, Backed by Mill Point, Acquires Continental Refrigerator and National Comfort Products Brands
AeriTek, a commercial refrigeration and foodservice equipment provider based in Kennesaw, Georgia, announced the acquisition of the Continental Refrigerator and National Comfort Products brands. The deal, backed by private equity firm Mill Point, expands AeriTek's product portfolio in the commercial...
Stereotaxis to Acquire Robocath for up to $45M
Stereotaxis announced it will acquire French surgical‑robotics firm Robocath for up to $45 million, with $20 million paid upfront and up to $25 million in milestone payments. The acquisition combines complementary robotic technologies for endovascular procedures and is expected to close in mid‑2026.
Uber to Invest over $10B in Robotaxi Fleet, Including $2.5B Equity Stakes in Lucid and Rivian
Uber announced it will invest more than $10 billion in its robotaxi program, allocating $7.5 billion to purchase autonomous vehicles and over $2.5 billion for equity stakes in EV makers Lucid and Rivian. The commitment aims to accelerate Uber’s shift to a capital‑intensive...
Standard Life Announces $2.5B Acquisition of Aegon UK
Standard Life, a FTSE 100 pension provider, announced a £2bn ($2.5B) acquisition of Aegon UK, the country's largest pension platform. The deal will create the second‑largest retail pensions and savings platform in the UK, serving about 16 million customers and £480 bn...
Amazon-Backed X-Energy Files for up to $800M IPO
Nuclear startup X-energy, backed by Amazon, filed its IPO prospectus targeting a price of $16‑$19 per share and aiming to raise up to $800 million, potentially netting $814 million. The filing marks the company’s move toward public markets after raising $1.8 billion from...
KKR to Purchase $820M of Samsung SDS Convertible Bonds
Private‑equity firm KKR announced it will purchase $820 million of convertible bonds issued by Samsung SDS, a South Korean information‑technology services provider. The bond purchase provides Samsung SDS with financing and boosted its shares by 20% on the news. The deal...
Amazon Signs Acquisition of Globalstar to Expand Satellite Internet Network
Amazon announced it has signed a deal to acquire US satellite telecom group Globalstar, aiming to bolster its space‑based internet services and compete with Starlink. The acquisition was disclosed on Tuesday, with terms undisclosed. The move comes amid a global...
Cashco Acquires 3B Controls, Expanding Industrial Control Portfolio
Cashco, a Kansas-based provider of industrial control products, has completed the acquisition of 3B Controls. The deal, backed by private equity firm May River, broadens Cashco's offerings in the industrial automation market. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Clean Slate Clinic Raises $4.3M in Convertible Note and Debt Financing
Australian virtual alcohol detox platform Clean Slate Clinic completed a $4.3M capital raise, including a $2.8M convertible note from impact investor Giant Leap and Scale Investors, and a $1.5M debt facility from Australian Medical Angels. The funding will support its...
Osteoboost Health Closes $8M Funding Round Led by Ambit Health Ventures
Osteoboost Health announced the close of an $8 million financing round led by Ambit Health Ventures, with participation from Emmeline Ventures, Disrupt Health Impact Fund, Esplanade Ventures and Portfolia. The funds will support the company's FDA-cleared wearable bone-density device and...
Gitar Raises $9M in Funding Led by Venrock
San Francisco‑based developer infrastructure startup Gitar announced it has closed a $9 million funding round, led by Venrock with participation from Sierra Ventures. The company builds AI agents for code review and continuous integration workflows.
ECARX Takes Full Control of Flyme OS Assets From Xingji Meizu Group
ECARX announced that it has officially assumed control of all core assets and operations of the Flyme OS platform from the Xingji Meizu Group, as part of Geely Holding Group’s “One Geely” strategy. The asset transfer includes intellectual property, ongoing...
SkyeChip Berhad Launches IPO, Maybank Investment Bank Named Underwriter
Malaysian IC design firm SkyeChip Berhad announced an initial public offering of 400 million new ordinary shares, representing 22.3% of its enlarged share capital. The IPO will be underwritten by Maybank Investment Bank Berhad, with proceeds earmarked for R&D, infrastructure...
Progressive Footwear Acquires Lakhani Platinum Brand Rights in India
Progressive Footwear announced it has acquired the brand rights to Lakhani Platinum, a premium footwear line of the Lakhani Group. The deal gives Progressive Footwear control over distribution and go‑to‑market strategy across India, leveraging its network of over 900 distributors...
ExecOnline Acquires Teamraderie to Connect Leadership Development to Team-Level AI Transformation
ExecOnline, a pioneer of online leadership development, announced the acquisition of Teamraderie, a provider of AI-focused team development. The deal combines ExecOnline’s academic courses with Teamraderie’s team experiences to deliver integrated leadership and AI transformation solutions for enterprises. Deal terms...
ONTO Health Secures $20M Series A Funding
ONTO Health, an AI-enabled fertility and longevity provider, announced the close of a $20 million Series A round. The financing was provided by healthcare investors ARTIS and Humania and will support expanded U.S. clinical operations and entry into the GCC region.
CPIhealth Acquires Midwest Interventional Spine Specialists and Serenity Surgical Center
CPIhealth, a US‑based interventional pain management platform backed by Iron Path, announced the acquisition of Midwest Interventional Spine Specialists and Serenity Surgical Center. The deal expands CPIhealth’s network of pain‑management providers across the Midwest. Financial terms were not disclosed.