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Multiple reports about the same development are grouped; each source is retained.Multiplier announced a $35M Series B and eight acquisitions.
Shield announced $100M investment from Thrive.
- Services roll-up thesisthesis publication
Targets: 10–20% combined organic/inorganic growth; 30–40% margins; Rule of 60.
Launch release reports $27.5M combined seed and Series A.
Shield launch disclosed over $100M from Thrive and ZBS.
- Funding announcementfinancing
Company announced $50m cumulative venture financing, latest round Series C, at $500m valuation.