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AI Infrastructure, Cloud Observability & Semiconductors | November 2025 Tech & Software Transactions

Dakota — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:15:00 GMT

In November, technology dealmaking remained robust with activity spanning more than $20B across AI infrastructure, cloud-native software, semiconductors, and cybersecurity. The month reflected sustained investor conviction in scaled platforms powering AI workloads, data-intensive applications, and enterprise modernization.

AI Infrastructure, Smart Energy, and Automation Drive October 2025 Industrial Transactions

Dakota Research — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:44:12 GMT

In October, industrial transactions surpassed $50 billion in total value, driven by landmark AI-infrastructure financings, major automation M&A, and sustained momentum across energy transition, manufacturing, and environmental services. The month highlighted the rapid convergence of industrial operations with AI, robotics, and digital infrastructure—alongside continued global investment in electrification and grid modernization.

MedTech, Biopharma, and Clinical Software Lead October 2025 Healthcare Transactions

Dakota — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:44:15 GMT

In October, healthcare transactions surged past $50 billion, marking another active month across medical devices, pharmaceutical services, biotech, and elder care. Private equity and strategic buyers leaned into high-growth platforms, software-enabled innovation, and specialty care networks.

AI, Data Centers, and Cybersecurity | October 2025 Tech & Software Transactions

Dakota — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 14:03:52 GMT

In October, technology dealmaking remained strong with more than $60B in transaction value, fueled by mega-deals in data infrastructure, AI, and cybersecurity. The month reflected continued investor confidence in scalable cloud platforms, AI-native applications, and automation across enterprise and frontier technologies.

October Capital Flows Driven by $22B in Allocations and Infrastructure Mega-Raises

Dakota — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 15:45:00 GMT

In October, institutional investors continued to deploy capital across private equity, infrastructure, and private credit, with $22B+ in commitments reported. Activity was anchored by mega-fund closes, diversified credit strategies, and large-scale M&A across data centers, healthcare, and consumer sectors.

Betting, Analytics, and Institutional Capital Headline the November Edition of Dakota Sports Investing

Dakota — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 18:38:49 GMT

Private markets are taking a more strategic position in sports. November’s edition of Dakota Sports Investing explores how investors are shifting from franchise ownership to building the systems (data, betting, and media) powering the global sports economy.

Aerospace, Logistics, and Automation Drive September 2025 Industrial Transactions

Dakota — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 12:59:38 GMT

In September, industrial transactions exceeded $22 billion in total value, marking one of the strongest months of 2025. Activity was driven by strategic consolidation in aerospace and logistics, large-scale sustainability investments, and accelerating capital flows into automation and AI infrastructure.

Real Assets, Private Credit, and AI Rebound Lead Q3 2025 Institutional Allocations

Dakota — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 16:47:21 GMT

In Q3 2025, institutional investors committed $62.3 billion across private markets, maintaining strong deployment levels while pivoting toward yield, liquidity, and infrastructure. Real Assets led with a 28% increase in allocations, while Private Credit continued its steady climb and Venture Capital rebounded on the back of AI enthusiasm.

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Dakota — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 15:52:09 GMT

Billion-Dollar NFL Stakes and PE Platforms Headline the October Edition of Dakota Sports Capital

Private markets are going long on sports. October saw billion-dollar minority sales across the NFL, record valuations in global football, and new private equity platforms dedicated to the business of sports. CVC Capital rolled $13.6B in assets into its Global Sports Group, Apollo launched Apollo Sports Capital, and Avenue Capital closed a $1B+ sports fund spanning golf, motorsports, and MLB.

Athlete and family office investors also took the field, with John Elway, Tim Tebow, and Blake Bortles launching Momentous Sports and Lakers executives Joey and Jesse Buss debuting Buss Sports Capital. Meanwhile, women’s sports continued their surge toward becoming a standalone institutional asset class.

Download the October edition of dakota Sports Capital to see how private capital is reshaping the game, and where the next wave of investment is headed.

Biotech, Value-Based Care, and Digital Health Drive September 2025 Healthcare Transactions

Dakota Research — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:38:11 GMT

In September, healthcare transactions topped $33 billion, marking one of the strongest months of 2025. Activity was led by strategic acquisitions in biotech, private equity-backed take-privates in services, and major capital infusions into AI-powered digital health platforms.

AI, LBOs, and Quantum Computing | September 2025 Tech & Software Transactions

Dakota — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 18:56:24 GMT

In September, technology dealmaking surged to new heights with over $112B in transaction value, driven by record-breaking buyouts, AI infrastructure expansion, and major frontier tech investments. The month reflected deep investor conviction in scalable software, compute infrastructure, and automation-led innovation.

September Capital Flows Driven by $40B Allocator Activity and Mega-Fund Closures

Dakota Research — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 17:23:45 GMT

In September, institutional investors scaled up exposure to private equity and secondaries, committing over $40 billion while continuing to back NAV lending, infrastructure secondaries, and AI-led innovation.The September 2025 Dakota Monthly Roundup highlights the month’s biggest fundraises, allocator commitments, and multi-sector M&A—tracking how institutions are positioning for macro resilience and policy uncertainty.

Distribution, Manufacturing, and Defense Drive August 2025 Industrials Transactions

Dakota Research — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:05:54 GMT

In August, industrial transactions totaled $21B+ across 170+ deals, led by large-scale consolidation in building materials, industrial gases, and critical infrastructure services.

Biotech, Health Services, and Medical Devices Drive August 2025 Healthcare Transactions

Dakota Research — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 10:30:00 GMT

In August, healthcare transactions surpassed $32B in disclosed value, led by platform-scale acquisitions and high-growth investments across biotech, health services, and medical devices.

Spectrum, SaaS, and Strategic Consolidation | August 2025 Tech & Software Transactions

Dakota Research — Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:00:00 GMT

In August, technology M&A surged past $100B in transaction value, led by mega-deals in digital infrastructure and a wave of private equity buyouts, signaling investor conviction in core assets and durable SaaS models.

August Capital Flows Led by Core Real Estate & AI Infrastructure

Dakota Research — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 02:02:36 GMT

In August, investors continued to favor yield-generating real assets and scaled AI infrastructure platforms, signaling a late-cycle focus on durability, innovation, and selective risk-taking.

August Capital Flows Led by Core Real Estate & AI Infrastructure

Dakota Research — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 12:00:00 GMT

In August, investors continued to favor yield-generating real assets and scaled AI infrastructure platforms, signaling a late-cycle focus on durability, innovation, and selective risk-taking.

July 2025 – Healthcare Transactions Remain Strong Across Pharmaceuticals, Biotech, MedTech, Services, and Digital Health

Dakota Research — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 12:07:47 GMT

Healthcare transactions reached more than $125B across 220+ deals in July. Activity was led by large-cap M&A in Pharmaceutical Services & Distribution and Biotechnology, with additional consolidation in Medical Devices & Tools, Healthcare Services & Payers, and Digital Health & IT.

July 2025 – Software & Technology Transactions Remain Strong Across AI, Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity

Dakota Research — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 16:33:09 GMT

Dealmaking in the software and technology sector remained robust in July, reflecting continued investor focus on the critical building blocks of the AI economy. Activity centered on AI infrastructure, next-generation connectivity, and cybersecurity, with large-cap M&A and platform buyouts driving the majority of transaction value.

Mega-Funds and AI Platforms Drive July’s Private Market Flows

Dakota Research — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 13:18:27 GMT

In July, investors committed heavily to infrastructure mega-funds and leading AI platforms, reflecting strong conviction in structural growth themes.