Silicon Valley Journals The Vertex Companies, LLC (Vertex), a leading multidisciplinary AEC company providing forensics, engineering, construction project advisory, and environmental consulting, has completed the acquisition of Breakwater Forensics, LLC (Breakwater), a reputable expert witness and business consulting firm. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone for Vertex as it expands its technical expertise and extends its forensic … Read more
Global investment firm Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) has made a significant move in the automotive finance sector by acquiring Evolution Funding, the UK’s largest used auto finance platform. The acquisition marks a strategic step for Carlyle as it expands its portfolio of technology-led companies and strengthens its position in the dynamic auto finance market. The deal … Read more
Tencent, the prominent Chinese holding company known for its ownership of major game studios like Riot Games and Epic Games, is expanding its portfolio with yet another acquisition – Techland, the Polish studio famous for its zombie survival games such as Dying Light and Dead Island series. CEO Pawel Marchewka confirmed the news, expressing excitement … Read more
InVentry, a leading UK-based provider of innovative technology solutions, has announced the acquisition of Hipla Technologies, a Singapore-based smart workplace management solutions provider. This strategic move is part of InVentry’s global expansion plan and aims to support the company’s growth strategy in both Singapore and India. The acquisition will bolster InVentry’s product portfolio, positioning the … Read more
IMC, a global market maker based in Amsterdam, Chicago, and Sydney, has recently completed the acquisition of Altas Technologies, a technology and data-driven trading firm based in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The financial details of the deal have not been disclosed. The acquisition is expected to enable IMC to expand its capabilities into new markets and asset … Read more
Thales, a leading cybersecurity company, has announced its acquisition of Imperva for $3.6 billion. With this strategic move, Thales aims to bolster its data security capabilities and enter the lucrative application security market. The acquisition will further solidify Thales’ position in the cybersecurity sector, generating over €2.4 billion in revenues for its total cybersecurity business. … Read more
Twitter, under the ownership of Elon Musk, has undergone a significant transformation as it rebrands to X, raising eyebrows and confusion among onlookers. A crane was dispatched to the company’s headquarters on Market Street to remove the iconic Twitter sign from the building’s facade, marking the symbolic end of an era. Elon Musk’s unorthodox approach … Read more
Earned wage access company, Immediate, has successfully closed a $16 million round of funding, consisting of growth equity and a working capital facility. The new funding will propel Immediate’s growth trajectory in the workplace financial health sector, allowing it to address liquidity challenges faced by employees during unexpected expenses. Immediate’s platform offers employees the opportunity … Read more
Valhalla Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm, has unveiled its inaugural flagship fund of $66 million aimed at investing in audacious innovators disrupting the fields of deeptech and gaming. The firm is dedicated to backing entrepreneurs who fearlessly challenge conventional wisdom and strive to push the boundaries of science and engineering. Proudly considering itself a … Read more
Clinical-stage immunotherapy company, ImmunityBio, has successfully executed a financing deal to bolster its working capital and continue supporting its business operations. The company entered into a securities purchase agreement for a registered direct offering with multiple institutional investors, with the issuance of common stock and warrants. The offering is expected to result in gross proceeds … Read more