Technology
33 stories covering technology — fund closes, LP allocations, regulatory filings, deal flow, and fundraising signals from PipelineRoad's editorial team.
Ping An to Sell $1bn in Software Private Equity Stakes via Secondary Market
China's Ping An Insurance Group plans a secondary sale of around $1bn in software-focused private equity stakes to reduce exposure.
Blackstone Takes Minority Stake in Rowan Digital Infrastructure
Blackstone has acquired a minority stake in Rowan Digital Infrastructure, which is backed by Quinbrook, as reported by PE Hub.
Rally Ventures Appoints Liz Benz as Operating Partner
Rally Ventures, focused on early-stage business technology, has appointed Liz Benz as Operating Partner to support portfolio companies and firm initiatives.
KKR-Backed SmartHR Explores Tokyo IPO
Japanese HR platform SmartHR, backed by KKR, General Atlantic, and Sequoia Capital, is considering a Tokyo IPO later this year targeting a $1 billion valuation.
EnWave Signs R&D License with Rhizome, Led by Dan Barber
EnWave Corporation announced a research and development license agreement with Rhizome Food and Farming LLC on April 7, 2026, for use of its REV™ technology.
GTCR Acquires LiveBarn in $400m-Plus Deal
US private equity firm GTCR has completed a $400m-plus acquisition of Montreal-based LiveBarn, a live-streaming platform for amateur sports, as its first investment in the youth sports technology sect
GTCR Completes Over $400 Million Acquisition of LiveBarn
US private equity firm GTCR has acquired Montreal-based LiveBarn, a sports streaming platform, in a deal exceeding $400 million, marking the debut for its Ascent Sports Group.
Beacon Communications Secures Growth Investment from Kelso and Ara Services
Beacon Communications receives a growth investment from Kelso and Ara Services to support its expansion, as reported by PE Hub.
eMed and Nitra Raise Over $387 Million in Health Tech Funding
Health tech companies eMed and Nitra secured major funding rounds totaling hundreds of millions, as reported by Dealbreaker.
GenNx360-Backed HBS Acquires IT Services Firm Applied Tech
HBS, a Wisconsin-based IT services provider, has acquired Applied Tech as reported by PE Hub.
Advent Partners-Backed efex Acquires Priority 1 IT
efex, supported by Advent Partners, has acquired Priority 1 IT, expanding its technical and healthcare capabilities as reported by PE Hub.
Court Square Acquires CallTower from BV Investment
Private equity firm Court Square has acquired Utah-based cloud communications provider CallTower from BV Investment, according to a PE Hub report.
InterDigital Announces License Agreement with Buffalo Americas and New DTV Deals
InterDigital signs a patent license agreement with Buffalo Americas for Wi-Fi standards and new agreements with a global TV manufacturer, as reported in a GlobeNewswire release.
Type One Ventures Opens Office in Japan for Space Tech Opportunities
US VC firm Type One Ventures is expanding to Japan to build relationships with corporates benefiting from a $6.7 billion space fund commitment.
Whoop Secures $575M Series G Funding at $10.1B Valuation
Wearable fitness company Whoop raised $575 million in Series G funding, led by Collaborative Fund, with participation from institutional investors and celebrities.
Image Sensing Systems Expands Agreement with Econolite Control Products
Image Sensing Systems, a subsidiary of Autoscope Technologies, announces an eighth modification to its agreement with Econolite, adding a new product to their partnership.
Image Sensing Systems Expands Agreement with Econolite
Image Sensing Systems, a subsidiary of Autoscope Technologies, announces the eighth modification to its agreement with Econolite, adding a new product to their partnership.
Market Offers Creative Access for HNWIs to Private Tech Companies
Venture Capital Journal discusses how HNWIs are gaining access to private tech firms, potentially impacting IPO demand.
SAP Plans to Acquire NewView Capital-Backed Reltio
SAP is set to acquire Reltio, a company backed by NewView Capital, with the deal expected to close in Q2 or Q3 of 2026, according to PE Hub.
SAP to Acquire NewView Capital-Backed Reltio
SAP plans to acquire Reltio, a company backed by NewView Capital, with the deal expected to close in Q2 or Q3 of 2026, according to PE Hub.
HIG Capital to Sell Brazilian Internet Service Provider to Claro
HIG Capital is selling a Brazilian internet service provider to Claro in a deal valued at about $750 million, as reported by PE Hub.
Kleiner Perkins Raises $1B Early-Stage Fund and $2.5B Growth Funds for AI
Venture firm Kleiner Perkins has raised $1 billion for an early-stage fund and $2.5 billion for growth funds focused on AI investments.
Lead Edge Capital Raises $3.5 Billion for Seventh Flagship Fund
Lead Edge Capital has raised $3.5 billion for its latest fund, focusing on software and technology investments despite sector volatility, according to Private Equity Wire.
KKR to Sell CoolIT for $4.75 Billion
KKR plans to sell its data center liquid cooling company CoolIT for $4.75 billion, with the deal expected to close in the third quarter of 2026.
Truelink Closes $2bn Sophomore Fund in Three Months
Truelink raised $2 billion for its second fund in three months, driven by co-investments, as reported by Buyouts Insider.
Swarmer's IPO and Defense Tech Exits
Venture Capital Journal discusses whether Swarmer's drone software IPO signals broader exits for defense tech firms or benefits only select VCs.
Audeo Ventures to Close $65 Million for Fund II by End of March
Audeo Ventures is set to close its second fund at $65 million by the end of March, backed by LPs including single and multifamily offices and UAE sovereign wealth funds.
Audeo Ventures to Close $65M for Fund II by End of March
Audeo Ventures aims to finalize $65 million for its second fund by March's end, with LPs from family offices and UAE sovereign funds, planning investments in up to 20 US and Latin American start-ups.
Swarmer's IPO Surge Highlights 12 Potential Defense Tech IPOs
Following Swarmer's 520% share jump on Nasdaq, Crunchbase identifies 12 other defense tech startups as likely IPO candidates based on funding and milestones.
1606 Corp. to Acquire 132-Acre Data Center Property in Texas
1606 Corp. has signed an agreement to buy a 132-acre property in Lufkin, Texas, with infrastructure for data centers and a power generation facility, for about $11.2 million.
The Case of New Mountain, Holt and the $30bn-Plus Deal
PE Hub reports on a deal involving New Mountain and Holt, highlighting healthcare tech portfolio companies like Datavant and Machinify.
LPs Report Few ESG Barriers for Defense Tech Investments
Limited partners discussed minimal ESG restrictions on defense technology investments at NEXUS 2026 amid rising geopolitical tensions.
Decasonic Seeks Patent Protection for AI Platform with Norton Rose Fulbright
John McBride of Norton Rose Fulbright assisted venture firm Decasonic in pursuing patent protection for an agentic AI platform, according to Venture Capital Journal.
