Major acquisitions on Forge Global marketplace as Databricks and Anthropic AI expand portfolios

Major acquisitions on Forge Global marketplace as Databricks and Anthropic AI expand portfolios
Private companies step up acquisitions

Several high-profile private companies executed notable acquisitions in the second quarter of 2026, according to Forge Global.

On its marketplace, Databricks purchased cybersecurity company Panther, Shield AI acquired simulation specialist Aechelon, and Anthropic AI snapped up API developer Stainless. These transactions underscore ongoing consolidation among growth-stage tech businesses as they seek to strengthen core offerings through targeted acquisitions. Market participants are watching closely for the strategic impact these deals may have across the tech sector.

Forge Global has recently tracked shifts in private market pricing. In June, the company reported that the median trade premium in private markets reached 0 percent. The data point comes as interest grows in deal-making activity among tech companies.

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