Stripe valued at $159B in new employee tender Stripe has reached a $159 billion valuation following a new employee tender offer, co-founder and president John Collison told Bloomberg. The transaction is primarily funded by outside investors including Thrive Capital, Coatue…

Wayflyer lands $250 million credit facility Wayflyer, a provider of working-capital solutions for small businesses, has secured a $250 million, two-year credit facility, strengthening its ability to extend funding to merchants seeking faster access to cash for inventory, marketing, and…

Cohere revenue surge fuels IPO speculation Canada’s AI company Cohere is drawing fresh attention after reporting a sharp rise in enterprise revenue, a milestone that is now intensifying questions about whether the firm could pursue a public listing in 2026.…

Dcycle announces acquisition of ESG-X Dcycle, a sustainability data management platform headquartered in the UK with operations in Madrid, announced today that it has acquired ESG-X, a Munich-based software company. The deal brings together two European firms focused on helping…

Lawhive secures $60M Series B to accelerate U.S. expansion Lawhive, an AI-native legal services company positioning itself as a modern “law firm built on software,” has raised $60 million in a Series B funding round led by Mitch Rales, the…

APEXX Global raises $10 million to fuel next phase of growth APEXX Global has launched what it calls its next growth chapter after securing a $10 million investment led by Finch Capital. The funding is expected to support the company’s…

Revaia deepens commitment to Hublo Revaia, a European growth-stage investment firm, has closed a €40 million reinvestment vehicle dedicated to Hublo, reinforcing its backing of the healthcare workforce management platform following the company’s 2025 exit, according to details shared in…

Fleet opens capital in first LBO, valued at €100 million Fleet, a Paris-based scale-up focused on IT fleet management, equipment provisioning and security for small and mid-sized businesses, has completed its first leveraged buyout transaction, welcoming ISAI Expansion into its…

Waymo prepares major funding round led by Alphabet Waymo, the autonomous driving company owned by Alphabet, is in talks to raise about $16 billion in fresh funding, a deal that could lift its valuation to roughly $110 billion, according to…

Amazon in talks for up to $50B stake in OpenAI Amazon is in discussions to make a massive investment in OpenAI, a move that would underscore how aggressively the world’s largest technology companies are competing to secure influence over the…

GuestReady expands into the Canary Islands with Lightbooking deal GuestReady, a Switzerland-based short-term rental management company, has acquired Lightbooking, a Spanish vacation rental management and distribution operator, in a move that significantly strengthens its presence in Spain and adds a…

Tesla to back xAI with $2B as AI and robotics ties deepen Tesla has agreed to invest roughly $2 billion in xAI, the artificial intelligence company founded by Elon Musk, as part of a wider $20 billion fundraising round that…

Decagon raises $250M to scale concierge-style AI customer support Decagon, a San Francisco-based company building AI-powered customer experience agents, has raised $250 million in Series D funding, valuing the business at $4.5 billion. The new valuation nearly triples the company’s…

Sokin lands €83 million debt facility to scale its payments platform Sokin, a London-based business payments company, has secured a €83 million (about $100 million) long-term debt facility from Oxford Finance LLC, strengthening its balance sheet as it accelerates expansion…

Raylo raises €34.5 million and adds LG as subscription partner Raylo, a London-based company that provides subscription infrastructure for major electronics brands, has raised €34.5 million (£30 million) and announced a new partnership with LG. The funding will be used…

Poki wins Dutch Game Awards honor as browser plays surge Poki, an Amsterdam-based browser gaming platform, has been named Best in Business at the Dutch Game Awards, underscoring a growth story built around a developer-first strategy. The company said it…

Mews lands €255 million to push AI automation in hospitality Amsterdam-based Mews, a hospitality operating system used by hotels and other accommodation providers, has raised €255 million ($300 million) in a Series D funding round to accelerate investment in artificial…

Poki crowned ‘Best in Business’ as browser plays reach 1B monthly Amsterdam-based browser gaming platform Poki has been named Best in Business at the Dutch Game Awards, underscoring a milestone year in which the company reached 100 million monthly players…

Fracttal secures $35M growth round to expand globally Fracttal, a Madrid-based company building an AI-enabled platform for industrial maintenance management, has raised a $35 million growth round led by Riverwood Capital. The funding is aimed at accelerating product development—particularly in…

Ivo lands $55 million Series B Ivo, a company building software to modernize how organizations manage contracts, has raised a $55 million Series B round as it looks to expand its platform and scale across global markets. The financing gives…

Pennylane secures fresh capital to speed product roadmap Pennylane, a Paris-based unicorn developing a financial operating system for European small and medium-sized businesses, announced today that it has raised €175 million in new funding. The company said the round will…

Parloa lands $350 million to scale AI customer service Parloa, a company building AI-driven customer service technology, has raised $350 million in a Series D funding round led by existing investor General Catalyst, with additional backing from EQT Ventures and…

Midnite lands €30 million Series C to fuel expansion Midnite, a UK sportsbook and casino operator, said it has raised €30 million (about $35 million) in a Series C funding round as it looks to scale its business and accelerate…

Goparity buys Spain’s pioneer impact crowdfunding platform Goparity, a Lisbon-based impact investment platform, has acquired Bolsa Social, described as Spain’s first impact crowdfunding platform authorised by the country’s regulator. The deal positions Goparity to deepen its presence in Spain and…

Payhawk reportedly explores major funding round Payhawk, a Bulgaria-headquartered, AI-powered spend management platform for businesses, is reportedly in talks to raise more than $100 million in fresh funding. The discussions, while not yet confirmed by the company, signal continued investor…

Meta acquires Manus in $2B-plus AI deal Meta has acquired Manus, a Singapore-based artificial intelligence startup with Chinese origins, for more than $2 billion, according to the information provided. The purchase underscores how aggressively Big Tech is spending to secure…

Zilch agrees deal to buy AB Fjord Bank Zilch has signed an agreement to acquire Sweden-based AB Fjord Bank, a lender with roughly $120 million in assets, in a move that underscores the fintech’s push to deepen its presence across…

4Founders Capital expands into hotels with a €60M fund 4Founders Capital, a Barcelona-based venture capital firm known for backing early-stage technology companies, is moving deeper into real assets with the launch of its first hospitality-focused investment vehicle, 4Founders Capital Hospitality…

Amgen to buy Oxford biotech Dark Blue Therapeutics for up to €718 million Amgen has agreed to acquire Oxford-based Dark Blue Therapeutics in a transaction valued at up to €718 million (about $840 million), strengthening the U.S. biotech giant’s early-stage…

Amgen to buy Dark Blue Therapeutics for up to $840M Amgen has agreed to acquire Dark Blue Therapeutics, a University of Oxford spinout, in a deal valued at up to $840 million, the companies said on Tuesday. The transaction—structured as…

Octopus Energy spins out Kraken after $1B raise Octopus Energy, the UK’s largest household gas and electricity supplier, has completed the separation of its software platform Kraken into an independent company following a $1 billion first standalone funding round that…

UK scaleups to watch: the $250M–$1B cohort heading into 2026 The UK’s startup ecosystem is entering 2026 with a growing middle tier of “almost-unicorns”: companies typically valued between $250 million and $1 billion. These businesses tend to have product-market fit,…

Armis deal expected to generate significant investor returns A deal involving Armis is expected to deliver “significant returns” for the company’s investors, including Sequoia, CapitalG and Insight Partners, according to information provided about the transaction. While the input did not…

Stowlog raises €1 million to expand safety digitisation Stowlog, a software-as-a-service platform created by Castellón-based Estudio Cactus, has closed a €1 million investment round aimed at accelerating the digitisation of workplace safety management. The funding is expected to support product…

I-care completes €20 million fundraising and refinancing Belgium-based predictive maintenance company I-care has announced the completion of a €20 million fundraising and refinancing operation, a move the company says will reinforce its financial position and support its next phase of…

Alphabet targets data center and clean-energy developer in $4.75B deal Alphabet is set to pay $4.75 billion in cash, plus assume debt, to acquire a data center and clean-energy developer, according to the deal terms described in the announcement. The…

BIOWEG secures €1.5 million for development program BIOWEG, a Quakenbrück-based company working on bio-based materials, has secured €1.5 million in funding in partnership with Technische Universität Berlin (TU Berlin). The financing is intended to support the next phase of the…

EvodiaBio secures fresh capital to accelerate growth Danish flavour company EvodiaBio has raised €6 million (about DKK 45 million) in a new funding round aimed at accelerating growth in existing markets and supporting the company’s next phase of commercialization. The…

Pickle Robot appoints first CFO Pickle Robot, a warehouse robotics startup, has hired Jeff Evanson as its first chief financial officer, signaling a push to professionalize its finance function as it scales operations. The company has not publicly detailed the…

Fuse Energy secures €59 million to accelerate growth London-based energy company Fuse Energy announced today it has raised an additional €59 million (about $70 million) in funding, a move the company says will be used to accelerate international expansion and…

Navitas Spa & Sports founder Serdar Ergun reaches 22 centers in Turkey. The brand prioritizes rehabilitation and youth support projects in 2025 operations. The wellness and fitness industry in Turkey is witnessing significant structural changes driven by local investment and…

Located in the heart of Istanbul’s historic Süleymaniye district, Moss Lounge The Bosphorus has become one of the city’s most popular breakfast destinations, thanks to the refined vision of businessman Adem Özen. Combining breathtaking Bosphorus views with rich Turkish flavors,…

Known across the industry as “The Special One,” Ege Ceylanoğlu has become one of the most distinguished and influential figures in Turkish tourism. Serving as the General Manager at Miramor Group Hotels, he has built a reputation for his exceptional…

Berrak Dinçtürk Uğrubol has been appointed as the Eurasia People Business Partner at Sanofi, enhancing the company's human resources strategy in the region.

Maximus Clinic, a hair transplant center located in Istanbul’s Şişli district, operates under the direction of Specialist Mehmet Şahin. The clinic provides hair transplant services with a focus on natural-looking outcomes tailored to individual patients. Its services have attracted clients…

SEMICAL Teknoloji A.Ş. has been honored at the İnovaLİG 2025 awards ceremony, receiving a prestigious award in the “Innovation Organization and Culture” category. The event, held under the coordination of the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Commerce and hosted by…

In a recent survey, Trendyol emerged as Turkey's favorite brand in the e-commerce sector, according to a study by MediaCat and Ipsos Türkiye.

NATURIUM launches its inaugural pop-up event in Los Angeles, offering immersive skincare experiences and community engagement. Join the skincare revolution!

iFabric Corp. teams up with Doctor's Choice to launch advanced medical scrubs, utilizing innovative textile technologies for enhanced comfort and safety.

New multifamily development in Altamonte Springs aims to address housing needs in Orlando's growing market, with 332 units set for delivery by 2027.

H&M Hennes & Mauritz AB released its nine-month 2025 report, showing slight sales growth in local currencies but lower SEK figures due to currency impact. Local Currency Sales Grow While SEK Figures Decline H&M Hennes & Mauritz AB published its…

Ford's Transit van achieved a Guinness World Record for the largest commercial vehicle convoy, with 201 vehicles participating in a UK festival celebrating

Professor Lutfu Hanoglu, neurology specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital, highlighted recent advancements in multiple sclerosis treatment, emphasiz

NMDC Group and ADNOC Logistics & Services sealed a three-year agreement in Abu Dhabi to deliver joint maritime and logistics services for offshore projects. Agreement Focuses on Offshore EPC Projects In Abu Dhabi, NMDC Group and ADNOC Logistics & Services…

With $50M in new Series C funding, design-tech firm Flipspaces is set to accelerate its global expansion and deepen its investment in AI technology. Design-technology firm Flipspaces has successfully closed a $50 million financing round to power the next phase…

Nestle CEO Laurent Freixe was removed after an internal probe confirmed an undisclosed affair with a subordinate, sparking leadership changes at the Swiss food giant. Allegations Sparked by an Anonymous Report The downfall of Laurent Freixe began when Nestle received…

Johnny Neill, the creator of Whitley Neill gin, has joined V Spirits Company as portfolio director, dedicating his expertise exclusively to the brand’s future. Neill Moves Away from Previous Brands Johnny Neill, an eighth-generation distiller, established Whitley Neill in 2005,…

McDonald’s Turkey has been recognized in the 2025 Best Workplaces in Retail™ list, highlighting its efforts to improve employee satisfaction and workplace culture. Recognition in Retail Workplace Survey McDonald’s Turkey announced that it has been included in the Great Place…

Nestlé has named insider Philipp Navratil its new CEO, replacing Laurent Freixe after an internal probe found a conduct violation. The change aims to reinforce governance amid investor concerns. Leadership Shake-up Follows Internal Investigation Swiss food and beverage titan Nestlé…

In Dubai, Hasan Ates Budak and Dior Medya deliver web and PR solutions for brands in Turkey and abroad, user-centric in design with clear results. A Businessman Linking Turkey and Dubai’s Digital Economy Operating between Turkey and Dubai in the…

Entrepreneur Riadh Omar is leveraging his journey from a waiter in Denmark to a Dubai-based fintech founder to make algorithmic investing accessible to all. From Humble Beginnings to Financial Education Riadh Ali Omar’s path into the world of finance was…