Aspirity Partners secures €875 million for debut fund, one of Europe’s largest new private equity launches of 2025

David Cendon Garcia / eu-startups - Aspirity Partners, a London-based private equity firm focused on Financial and Enterprise Technology Services, has announced the final close of its inaugural fund, Aspirity Partners I (AP I), at over €875 million. The fundraise reached its hard cap within…

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Bending Spoons raises $710M at $11BN, one day after buying AOL

John Reynolds / tech - Bending Spoons, the Italian tech conglomerate which typically acquires and tries to revive tech brands, has raised $710m in an equity fundraising round at an $11bn valuation, it said today.The announc...

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Nordic Capital Acquires UK Market Data Firm BMLL

Kailee Rainse / startuprise - UK-based BMLL a leading provider of harmonised historical market data and analytics, is set to be acquired by Nordic Capital, in partnership with BMLL’s management and minority shareholder Optiver. Financial terms of the deal remain undisclosed. Founded i…

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Warner Bros. Discovery is putting itself up for sale

Chris Morris / qz - The media giant said it was expanding its strategic review of the company after receiving "unsolicited interest from multiple parties"

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Deel Secures $300 Million for Global Expansion of HR and Payroll Platform

PYMNTS / pymnts - Deel secured $300 million in a Series E funding round to expand the capabilities and the global reach of its human resources and payroll platform. The company aims to accomplish that through strategic acquisitions, the buildout of its owned systems and op…

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Electronic Arts will reportedly be acquired for $50B

Amanda Silberling / techcrunch - The rumored buyers of EA include investors like Silver Lake and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.

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UK fintech Tide attains unicorn status, with $120M funding round

John Reynolds / tech - Tide, the UK business management platform, has attained unicorn status, following a $120m funding round. The funding round was led by a "strategic investment" from TPG, the asset management firm, whic...

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Soho House to Go Private in $2.7B Transaction

Soho House, the upscale members’ club operator, is set to privatize in a landmark $2.7 billion deal that promises tighter brand control and a reevaluation of its luxury market strategy, with high-profile figures joining the board.

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Auxxo announces €26M first close of Female Catalyst Fund II

Cate Lawrence / tech - Auxxo is celebrating a major milestone with the first closing of the Auxxo Female Catalyst Fund II at €26 million. The European Investment Fund (EIF) has joined as anchor investor, marking a significa...

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Eurazeo closes €650m of new billion-euro AI growth fund

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Nonprofit led by 23andMe’s former CEO wins bid to acquire the company

therecord - TTAM Research Institute, led by former 23andMe chief executive Anne Wojcicki, is waiting for a judge to approve its acquisition of the company.

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Ex-CEO Boosts 23andMe Auction With $305M Bid

23andMe’s auction process has taken an unexpected twist as the company’s former CEO dramatically raised his bid to $305 million—well above the earlier $256 million offer. This bold move intensifies the sale negotiations amid a high-stakes bidding war that could redefine the company’s future fate.

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OnlyFans sale prompts $8B acquisition chatter

Reports indicate that OnlyFans’ owner is in advanced discussions to offload the platform for around $8 billion—a move that’s turning heads in both the tech and adult entertainment arenas. With Fenix International reportedly involved, this high-stakes negotiation promises to shake up an already dynamic market.

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M2i Global names Peter O’Rourke as senior advisor

In a strategic executive move, M2i Global has tapped former acting VA Secretary Peter O’Rourke as its new senior advisor. The appointment is intended to boost corporate leadership and navigate market challenges with a steady, experienced hand—an unmistakable signal of the company’s ambition to scale new financial heights.

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Skechers Taken Private in $9 Billion Deal

In a bold consolidation move, investors are set to privatize footwear giant Skechers in a landmark $9 billion transaction. This deal aims to streamline operations away from public market pressures while repositioning the brand in an increasingly competitive retail landscape.

Back to Top / Monday, May 5, 2025, 10:13 am / permalink 4042 / 1 stories in 10 months

Polygon Sold to Valnet, Triggering Massive Layoffs

Polygon has recently undergone a dramatic change of guard as it was sold to Valnet, an event that has resulted in extensive layoffs throughout its staff. The restructuring has sent shockwaves through the gaming journalism community, leaving longtime employees and fans wondering about the future direction of this trusted media outlet.

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