AI Security Pioneer Protect AI To Be Acquired by Palo Alto Networks
3 minute read | May.12.2025
This acquisition marks a significant milestone in the AI security landscape.
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Orrick Represents K5 Global in the $2.25 Billion Acquisition of HistoSonics
1 minute read | August.07.2025
HistoSonics announced a management-led majority stake acquisition by K5 Global and a syndicate of other globally recognized investors.
Orrick Advises the Nuclear Liabilities Financing Assurance Board on the 3.2 GW Sizewell C Nuclear Project
2 minute read | July.28.2025
The project is set to deliver clean electricity to six million homes and is a cornerstone of the UK’s ambitions for energy security and net zero.
Anthropic Raises $3.5 Billion to Advance AI Development and Expand Compute Capacity
1 minute read | March.03.2025
The Series E round gives Anthropic a $61.5 billion valuation.
Radiant Closes $165 Million in Series C Funding
2 minute read | June.03.2025
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Radiant has successfully closed a $165 million Series C funding round to advance its mission of developing mass-produced nuclear microreactors.
Twist Bioscience Spins Out DNA Data Storage as Independent Company
3 minute read | May.14.2025
Twist Bioscience Corporation has spun out its DNA data storage technology application as an independent company, named Atlas Data Storage.
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OLNS#15 – Founder Teams in German Start-ups – Team Size and Composition / Equity Splits / Empirical Data
2 minute read | July.02.2025
In this Guide, we will share general considerations and best practices on solo founders versus founding teams, team composition, and how to approach ...
Navigating Privacy Gaps and New Legal Requirements for Companies Processing Genetic Data
5 minute read | August.08.2025
Interest in genetic data is on the rise, driven by the growth of direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic testing and its value for AI in drug development ...
What Does the White House Digital Asset Roadmap Mean for Crypto and Blockchain Innovation?
8 minute read | August.07.2025
The sweeping recommendations signal a shift toward clearer, more supportive regulation for digital assets and blockchain in the United States.
EU Commission – Guidelines on the Scope of the Obligation for GPAI Models under the AI Act
8 minute read | August.01.2025
The European Commission published guidelines concerning the definition of “general-purpose AI models” (GPAI) under the AI Act.
From Federal to State: Building the New Life Sciences Capital Stack | Life Sciences Snapshot – Q3 2025
11 minute read | July.21.2025
Life sciences VC slowed in Q2 2024, but deal sizes surged. Read on for trends + a roundtable on nontraditional funding and state-level programs.
The Download: How Is Blockchain Driving Disruption?
19 minute read | July.07.2025
Superstate’s Robert Leshner joins us to discuss blockchain’s “third act.” Plus, we look at how states may undermine federal stablecoin rules.
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Orrick Grows Venture Capital Practice with 14-Strong Team in Los Angeles
5 minute read | February.10.2025
Mike Heath, Cody Peterson, Tim Greene and Nick Feldman join Orrick, doubling the size of the firm's venture capital platform in Los Angeles.
Julie Totten Recognized by Daily Journal as a Top Employment Lawyer
1 minute read | August.04.2025
The publication recognized Julie for her work defending groundbreaking legal challenges in the realm of AI technology.
Orrick Ranks Top 5 for M&A Deal Volume
1 minute read | July.07.2025
Orrick earns Top 5 ranking for M&A Deal Volume for the first half of 2025 by LSEG, as reported by The American Lawyer.
Orrick Named the Tech Industry Advisory Team of the Year at American Lawyer’s California Legal Awards
1 minute read | June.27.2025
Orrick was also recognized as a finalist for Tech Litigation and Law Firm of the Year – one of only two firms recognized in all three categories.
Orrick Remains #1 for European Venture Capital in Q1 2025, #4 Globally
2 minute read | May.16.2025
Orrick remains the #1 most active venture capital law firm in Europe. The firm also ranked #4 globally.
Orrick Expands Life Sciences & Tech Venture Capital Practice with Boston Duo
3 minute read | May.07.2025
Leaders in the Boston venture capital ecosystem, life sciences and tech company advisors Mark Solakian and Jake Gatof join the firm as partners.
