This Week

announced 8/21/2026 via Company Press Release

CVC Capital Partners, will acquire OpenRent

synopsis: Luxembourg-based CVC Capital Partners, a leading global private markets manager, has agreed to acquire a majority stake in OpenRent. OpenRent is the UK's leading property rental platform and helps landlords find tenants and handles all the usual admin (referencing, contracts, deposits, etc) online.
buyer: CVC Capital Partners (:$2,161.35)
Luxembourg-based CVC is a leading global private markets manager with a network of 29 offices throughout EMEA, the Americas, and Asia. Funds managed or advised by CVC’s private equity strategies are invested in over 125 companies worldwide. "
target: OpenRent
OpenRent turns renting a property into a streamlined, online process offering drastically lower costs. OpenRent helps landlords find tenants and handles all the usual admin (referencing, contracts, deposits, etc) online.
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announced 8/20/2026 via Company Press Release

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, will acquire PCI Energy Solutions

synopsis: Mitsubishi Electric Corporation will acquire PCI Energy Solutions (PCI), a premier U.S.-based enterprise software provider of energy management and optimization platforms. Serving a broad spectrum of power companies—PCI’s mission-critical software supports end-to-end power trading, generation and transmission operations, primarily in North America.
announced 8/20/2026 via BusinessWire

ScanSource, will acquire MicroAge

synopsis: ScanSource, a leading technology distributor uniquely positioned to address complex technologies, is to acquire MicroAge, a leading IT solutions integrator, managed services provider (MSP), and digital transformation partner, helping businesses design, implement, secure, manage, and optimize their IT environments.
announced 8/20/2026 via Company Press Release

AcadeMedia AB, will acquire Florencius Vastgoed B.V.

synopsis: AcadeMedia, Europe’s largest education company, will acquire Florencius, a private education group in the Netherlands. Florencius operates two primary schools and a combined preschool and after-school facility. Their schools offer a personalized and balanced education program that helps students develop into critical, open-minded citizens.
announced 8/20/2026 via BNC Analysis

Branding Technology Japan, will acquire Menu Magazine

synopsis: Branding Technology, a digital marketing and branding firm in Japan, will acquire Menu Magazine, a provider of e-commerce solutions in Japan. Menu Magazine aims to make daily shopping more convenient. They provide an e-commerce platform for supermarkets. It offers solutions for inventory management, POS, payments, delivery management, and more.
closed 8/20/2026 via GlobeNewswire

Volaris Group Inc., acquired LoginRadius

synopsis: Volaris Group announced the acquisition of LoginRadius Global, a Canadian-based provider of enterprise-level customer identity and access management solutions.
closed 8/20/2026 via Company Press Release

Boost Capital, Z Venture Capital, acquired MeLife

synopsis: Japanese investment firms Z Venture Capital and Boost Capital have announced a buyout of MeLife from Nippon Sangyo Suishin Kiko, also a leading Japanese investment firm. Japan-based MeLife is a Chamber of Commerce computer school operator that offers courses in an e-learning format using proprietary teaching materials.
closed 8/20/2026 via BNC Analysis

School of Arts, acquired WaterBear Education

synopsis: School of Arts, a higher education group focused on performing and visual arts across France and Belgium, has acquired WaterBear from Maven Capital Partners, a private equity firm in the UK. WaterBear is a specialist UK higher education provider for musicians. Their courses cover songwriting, audio production, electronic music, drums, and more.
closed 8/19/2026 via Company Description

Metrix Finance, acquired Poolfish

synopsis: Poolfish, a popular cryptocurrency calculator and pool explorer tool for decentralized finance liquidity providers, has been acquired by Metrix Finance, an all-in-one decentralized finance analytics and liquidity management platform.
closed 8/19/2026 via BusinessWire

Brinqa, acquired PlexTrac

synopsis: Brinqa, the leader in exposure management for enterprise security teams, has acquired PlexTrac, the trusted platform for offensive security validation, workflow, and reporting. The acquisition adds the ability to verify that remediation has actually worked, uniquely positioning Brinqa to identify and prioritize the exposures that matter most.
closed 8/19/2026 via BNC Analysis

Cursor Code Editor, acquired Firetiger

synopsis: Cursor has acquired Firetiger. Firetiger builds agents that work on software once it reaches production. They monitor rollouts, catch regressions, investigate incidents, and pass what they find back to coding agents.
closed 8/19/2026 via BNC Analysis

PowerGEM, acquired Power Info

synopsis: PowerGEM has acquired Power Info, a provider of software that delivers an accelerated, more reliable way for power system engineers to model the power grid, including the substations, transmission lines, and equipment that deliver electricity.
closed 8/19/2026 via BNC Analysis

Kleer Group AB, acquired Plock

synopsis: Kleer, a provider of financial management software in Sweden, has acquired Plock, a subscription management platform in Sweden. Plock makes it easy to run a subscription and usage-based B2B SaaS business. Their platform allows users to leverage real-time product usage data to automate their billing and subscription processes.
closed 8/19/2026 via PR Newswire

AlphaPay, acquired Motion Pay

synopsis: Payment Asia Group, a diversified fintech holding company headquartered in Hong Kong, announced that its Canadian business, AlphaPay, has completed the acquisition and integration of Motion Pay, a Canada-based payment service provider.
closed 8/19/2026 via BusinessWire

Cut+Dry, acquired Enterprise Cafe

synopsis: Cut+Dry, the leading AI and commerce platform for the foodservice industry, announced it has acquired Enterprise Café, a trusted business intelligence platform that gives independent foodservice distributors real-time visibility into rebates, incentive programs, and business performance.
closed 8/19/2026 via Company Press Release

Evondos, acquired Compaan

synopsis: Evondos, a Finnish healthtech company providing automated medication dispensing services, has acquired Compaan to strengthen its digital homecare offering in the Netherlands. Compaan is a leading digital care platform serving homecare and geriatric rehabilitation care organisations across the Netherlands.
closed 8/19/2026 via Company Description

SiteDocs, acquired SafeTrades

synopsis: SiteDocs announced that it has acquired SafeTrades. SafeTrades uses AI to capture safety activity through voice and SMS, automatically analyze this data, and build a clearer picture of operational risk—without adding new apps or extra steps for crews.
closed 8/19/2026 via BusinessWire

Pinnacle Technology Solutions, LLC, acquired Network Solutions, Inc.

synopsis: Pinnacle Technology Solutions, a leading U.S. Hybrid IT Solutions Provider, has acquired Network Solutions, a trusted technology solutions provider known for delivering customer-focused IT solutions, technical expertise, and strong service capabilities that help organizations address critical infrastructure and business technology needs.
closed 8/19/2026 via Company Press Release

Risepoint, purchased North American Operations from Keypath Education, Inc.

synopsis: Risepoint, a higher education technology and services company, announced it has acquired the North American operations of Keypath Education. The acquisition adds more than 20 university partnerships and significantly expands its healthcare education capabilities through one of the industry’s largest clinical placement networks.
closed 8/19/2026 via GlobeNewswire

Urban Emu merged with District Communications Group,

synopsis: Granite Creek Capital Partners announced that its portfolio company, The District Communications Group (DCG), a strategy, technology, and engagement firm, has merged with Urban Emu, an innovative digital and technical solutions agency.
announced 8/14/2026 via GlobeNewswire

Harte-Hanks, Inc. will be merged with Star Equity Holdings, Inc.,

synopsis: Harte Hanks will merge with Star Equity Holdings, a diversified holding company. Harte Hanks is a global customer experience company that provides clients with CX strategy, data-driven analytics and actionable insights. They deliver marketing, customer care, sales, fulfillment and logistics solutions that help brands build stronger relationships.
buyer: Star Equity Holdings, Inc. (NasdaqGS:STRR:$172.16)
Star Equity Holdings is a diversified holding company. Star Equity Holdings is committed to growing stockholder value through excellence in operations, strategy, and capital allocation. Their business divisions include Building Solutions, Business Services, Energy Services, and Investments. "
target: Harte-Hanks, Inc. (NYSE:HHS:$159.57)
Harte Hanks is a leading global customer experience company. Harte Hanks provides clients with CX strategy, data-driven analytics and actionable insights. They deliver marketing, customer care, sales, data, fulfillment and logistics solutions that help brands build stronger relationships.
price ($mm)[EV]
$39 [$57]
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$155
EBITDA ($mm)
$11
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announced 8/14/2026 via Company Press Release

Providence Equity Partners Inc., will acquire Hometrack

synopsis: Providence Equity Partners L.L.C., a specialist private equity firm focused on media, communications and education, announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Hometrack, a leading provider of residential real estate digital valuation and property risk data & analytics in the UK and Netherlands. 
closed 8/14/2026 via BusinessWire

Westcliff University, acquired Pacific College

synopsis: Westcliff University, a leading global institution in innovative, career-focused higher education, has acquired Pacific College, a Costa Mesa, Calif.-based college specializing in nursing and healthcare education.
closed 8/14/2026 via BNC Analysis

Storal Learning, acquired Kingswood Day Care Nursery

synopsis: Storal has expanded its nursery portfolio with the acquisition of Kingswood Day Care Nursery and Kingswood Early Years Nursery. The family-ran nurseries have built a strong reputation across the local community for their child-centred approach, encouraging children to develop their creativity, individuality and self-confidence.
closed 8/13/2026 via Company Press Release

Uniguest, acquired Visix, Inc.

synopsis: Uniguest, a global leader in digital engagement technology, announced the acquisition of Visix. Visix's digital signage, room scheduling solutions, and wayfinding systems support clients seeking to modernize communication, enhance safety, and create more connected experiences for employees, students, and visitors.
closed 8/13/2026 via Company Press Release

CAI Software LLC, acquired LLumin, Inc.

synopsis: CAI Software, LLC, a global provider of industry-specific software solutions for manufacturing organizations, announced the acquisition of LLumin, a purpose-built industrial CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) company serving complex mid-market and enterprise manufacturers.
closed 8/13/2026 via BNC Analysis

Austco Communication Systems, acquired Medical Communications Systems Pty Ltd

synopsis: Austco, a global manufacturer of Nurse Call Systems and Clinical Communications Solutions, has acquired Medical Communications Systems (MCS), a reseller of nurse call systems and messaging systems in Australia. MCS provides services for system installations, technical support, preventative maintenance, and more.
closed 8/13/2026 via Yahoo, Inc.

Parvis Invest Inc., acquired Atlas One Digital Securities Inc.

synopsis: Parvis, a technology-driven platform for private alternative investments in Canada, has acquired Atlas One, a digital securities company in Canada. Atlas One aims to bring access, efficiency and liquidity to private markets through digital technology. They provide investors with access to private market investments through their online marketplace.
closed 8/13/2026 via Company Press Release

Monterro, acquired Creative Force

synopsis: Monterro, has acquired a majority stake in Creative Force, a Danish software company building the operating system for large-scale commercial content production. Creative Force is turning AI into a concrete advantage for the world's largest brands and retailers, running traditional and AI-generated content production through a single platform.   
closed 8/13/2026 via GlobeNewswire

Duolingo, Inc., acquired Animade

synopsis: Duolingo, the world's leading mobile learning platform, announced it has acquired Animade, a London-based animation and motion design studio recognized for its work in product storytelling, brand, interactive experiences, and character animation.
closed 8/13/2026 via BNC Analysis

adesso AG, acquired omni:us

synopsis: IT service provider Adesso has acquired the AI claims platform Omni:us to strengthen its AI offerings in the insurance industry. Omni:us's technology processes entire claims from notification to payout, enhancing efficiency by up to 35% and improving claim ratios.
announced 8/13/2026 via BusinessWire

Dynatrace, will acquire Arize AI

synopsis: Dynatrace, the leading AI-powered observability platform, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Arize, a unified AI observability and LLM evaluation platform that helps teams develop and maintain more successful AI.
announced 8/13/2026 via BNC Analysis

Information Strategy and Technology Co., Ltd., will acquire Flyby Inc.

synopsis: Information Strategy and Technology (IST), a leading provider of system development services in Japan, will acquire Flyby, a leading provider of IT consulting services in Japan. Flyby helps their clients to grow and increase the value of their business through software. They offer services for software development, IT consulting, and maintenance.
announced 8/13/2026 via BusinessWire

Citigroup, will acquire Kard

synopsis: Citi announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Kard Financial, Inc., a company that operates a commerce media and rewards platform that helps banks and fintechs deepen customer engagement through personalized offers.
announced 8/13/2026 via BNC Analysis

Maguar, will acquire Schlafender Hase GmbH

synopsis: Maguar Capital, a German tech investor, has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Schlafender Hase, a provider of content-verification software for the pharmaceutical and medical technology sectors. Schlafender Hase's flagship product, TVT, supports both on-premise and cloud deployments and serves clients across a heavily regulated industry.
announced 8/13/2026 via BusinessWire

Thoma Bravo, LLC, will acquire Accelerant Holdings

synopsis: Thoma Bravo is to acquire Accelerant, the data-driven risk exchange platform transforming the specialty insurance marketplace through the Accelerant Risk Exchange.
closed 8/13/2026 via BNC Analysis

KitBash3D, acquired ArtStation and Sketchfab

synopsis: Epic has sold portfolio platform ArtStation and 3D model marketplace Sketchfab to KitBash. ArtStation is the leading showcase platform for games, film, media & entertainment artists. Sketchfab lets creators upload 3D models and embed them into web pages, social media posts, or digital portfolios without requiring special plugins.
closed 8/12/2026 via BNC Analysis

Acast, acquired Backyard Ventures

synopsis: Acast, the world’s largest podcast company, has acquired Backyard Ventures, a leading media company. Backyard Ventures represents more than 150 content creators across podcasts, YouTube, newsletters, and social media influencers. Their roster includes The Daily Stoic, Piers Morgan’s Uncensored, A Little Bit Culty, SB Mowing, CoshReport, and more.
closed 8/12/2026 via BusinessWire

Linden Capital Partners, acquired Relevate Health Group

synopsis: Linden Capital Partners, a Chicago-based private equity firm focused on the healthcare and life sciences industries, has acquired Relevate Health from Mountaingate Capital. Relevate Health is a leading healthcare commercialization platform serving pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and healthcare organizations..
closed 8/12/2026 via GlobeNewswire

Ascend Learning, acquired TAMS

synopsis: Ascend Learning, a leading healthcare and learning technology company, announced the acquisition of Teaching Assignment Management System (TAMS). TAMS is trusted faculty workload and teaching assignment platform used by over 70 colleges and universities and numerous leading nursing schools and health sciences programs across the country.
closed 8/8/2026 via BNC Analysis

OpenAI, acquired NextSlide

synopsis: OpenAI, an AI research and deployment company, has acquired AI-powered presentation startup NextSlide. NextSlide turns prompts, notes, documents, or research into a polished, editable presentation.
buyer: OpenAI
OpenAI is an artificial intelligence research laboratory dedicated to advancing artificial general intelligence in a safe and beneficial manner. It actively promotes the development and deployment of AI systems that prioritize safety, fairness, and transparency. "
target: NextSlide
NextSlide is a startup that builds AI-powered presentation software. NextSlide turns prompts, notes, documents, or research into a polished, editable presentation.
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closed 8/7/2026 via GlobeNewswire

BrandJet, acquired IGLeads.io

synopsis: BrandJet AI, a platform for multi-channel sales outreach and brand intelligence, announced it has acquired IGLeads, a no-code lead generation tool used by thousands of businesses to collect publicly available contact data from Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook, Google Maps, and other sources.
announced 8/7/2026 via Company Press Release

AcadeMedia AB, will acquire KIDS&Co.

synopsis: AcadeMedia has signed an agreement to acquire all shares in KIDS&Co., which operates 34 preschools with approximately 3,000 childcare places in Poland. KIDS&Co. is Poland’s largest international preschool chain and a leading private provider of preschool education and childcare for children aged 0–6.
closed 8/7/2026 via BNC Analysis

CHIPiN merged with GolfTrak,

synopsis: GolfTrak has merged with ChipIn. GolfTrak has developed a mobile launch monitor that uses smartphone video and computer vision. ChipIn operates in a different part of the golf market, with a model centered on competitions and fundraising. The merger gives the combined group a mix of consumer golf technology and community-focused engagement tools.
closed 8/6/2026 via BusinessWire

PowerFlex, purchased The Mobility House North America from The Mobility House

synopsis: PowerFlex announced the acquisition of The Mobility House North America. The acquisition brings together two pioneers in smart charging and fleet electrification, creating a stronger platform to support the accelerating transition to electric transportation across North America.
closed 8/6/2026 via PR Newswire

Helium Ventures, acquired That's The One

synopsis: Helium Ventures, an AI-native holding company that acquires and stewards software businesses, has acquired That's The One, a wedding and event planning platform built for professional planners in the UK. That's The One brings planning, collaboration, guest management and event coordination into one connected workspace.
announced 8/6/2026 via BusinessWire

The Nielsen Company, Inc., will acquire DoubleVerify, Inc

synopsis: Nielsen, a global leader in audience measurement, data, and media intelligence, is to acquire DoubleVerify, the leading software platform to verify media quality, optimize ad performance, and prove campaign outcomes.
closed 8/6/2026 via BNC Analysis

Grant Victor, acquired Automated Transaction Delivery

synopsis: Grant Victor, a leading provider of ATM and financial service solutions, has acquired Automated Transaction Delivery (ATD), a provider of ATM managed services and transaction processing for banks and credit unions. ATD offers services for systems integration, smart banking technology, ATMs, and more.
closed 8/6/2026 via BusinessWire

Facility Grid, acquired PingCx

synopsis: Facility Grid, a provider of cloud-based commissioning software for the construction industry, announced the acquisition of PingCx. PingCx is an autonomous commissioning platform that connects directly to any building automation system, automating functional performance testing and continuously validating building operation against design intent.
closed 8/6/2026 via GlobeNewswire

OpenFX, acquired Global Ledger

synopsis: OpenFX, the real-time cross-border money movement platform, announced that it has acquired Global Ledger. Global Ledger accelerates OpenFX’s product expansion and launching of multi-currency accounts that lets costumers pay locally in their own currency and hold what arrives rather than converting on receipt.
closed 8/6/2026 via PR Web

Alma, Inc, acquired ESP Solutions Group

synopsis: Alma announced the acquisition of ESP Solutions Group (ESP), a trusted provider of education data management, interoperability, and state reporting solutions. ESP brings extensive experience in statewide data collection, validation, reporting, and education information management.
closed 8/6/2026 via BNC Analysis

IS Technology, acquired RCC Business IT

synopsis: IS Technology, a managed IT services provider, has acquired RCC Business IT, a managed IT services provider. RCC provides cutting-edge IT solutions to small and mid-sized businesses. They offer services for managed support, cybersecurity, cloud solutions & virtualization, disaster recovery, compliance, dark web monitoring, and more.
closed 8/6/2026 via BNC Analysis

Creditinfo, acquired EveryData

synopsis: Creditinfo Group, a global leader in credit information, data analytics and software solutions, announced it has completed the acquisition of EveryData Group, a leading data, analytics and software company operating the Caribbean region's primary credit bureaus.
closed 8/6/2026 via BusinessWire

Tripledot Studios, acquired Supersonic

synopsis: Tripledot Studios, one of the world's largest mobile gaming companies, has acquired Supersonic from Unity, the world's leading game engine. Supersonic is a leading mobile game publisher in Israel that specializes in hybrid-casual games. Their titles include Hole It, Unravel Master, Going Balls, and more.
closed 8/6/2026 via Company Press Release

The Daily Pour, acquired The Rum Lab

synopsis: The Daily Pour announced the acquisition of The Rum Lab, the most established rum festival and media brand in the United States, and operator of the Rum Festival & Congress which hosts events across the US. The Rum Lab also produces a weekly newsletter with educational Interviews, infographics, Livestreams and Videos that promote the rum industry.
closed 8/6/2026 via BusinessWire

Unite Us, acquired Vircho Health

synopsis: Unite Us, the nation's trusted technology partner for integrating health and community-based care, announced its acquisition of Vircho Health, a technology company whose performance and financial tools help the organizations running community care networks measure, optimize, and validate program performance.
closed 8/6/2026 via Company Press Release

The Difference Card, acquired HealthCorum

synopsis: The Difference Card, a leading provider of cost‑effective health insurance solutions, has acquired HealthCorum, a healthcare data analytics company known for its provider quality scores, insights, and navigation technology that helps organizations guide members to high‑value care. 
closed 8/6/2026 via Company Press Release

NetApp, acquired JetStream Software

synopsis: NetApp, the Intelligent Data Infrastructure company, announced it has acquired JetStream Software, a leader in VMware disaster recovery and migration. By adding JetStream’s technology to NetApp, customers will be able to protect VMware environments running on virtually any storage platform and recover them on NetApp first-party storage offerings.
closed 8/6/2026 via Company Press Release

Emerson, acquired Glue Inc.

synopsis: Global automation leader Emerson announced it has acquired Glue Inc., an innovator in advancing intelligent validation and test through its AI-enabled software product Glue Studio. Glue Studio features specialized AI-centric capabilities for test generation and planning.
closed 8/6/2026 via BusinessWire

Vontier Corporation, acquired EKOS

synopsis: Vontier Corporation announced its acquisition of EKOS, a leading provider of cloud-connected fleet management software. EKOS provides fleet operators with centralized visibility across fuel procurement, site monitoring, fleet asset management, fuel card controls and EV charging infrastructure – all from a single connected interface.

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OpenRent

PCI Energy Solutions

MicroAge

Florencius Vastgoed B.V.

Menu Magazine

LoginRadius

MeLife

WaterBear Education

Poolfish

PlexTrac

Firetiger

Power Info

Plock

Motion Pay

Enterprise Cafe

Compaan

SafeTrades

Network Solutions, Inc.

Keypath Education, Inc.

Urban Emu

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Harte-Hanks, Inc.

Hometrack

Pacific College

Kingswood Day Care Nursery

Visix, Inc.

LLumin, Inc.

Medical Communications Systems Pty Ltd

Atlas One Digital Securities Inc.

Creative Force

Animade

omni:us

Arize AI

Flyby Inc.

Kard

Schlafender Hase GmbH

Accelerant Holdings

ArtStation and Sketchfab

Backyard Ventures

Relevate Health Group

TAMS

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NextSlide

IGLeads.io

KIDS&Co.

CHIPiN

The Mobility House

That's The One

DoubleVerify, Inc

Automated Transaction Delivery

PingCx

Global Ledger

ESP Solutions Group

RCC Business IT

EveryData

Supersonic

The Rum Lab

Vircho Health

HealthCorum

JetStream Software

Glue Inc.

EKOS

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