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Last updated: April 6, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

Media & Tech M&A

Paramount Skydance's bid for Warner Bros. Discovery is intensifying its search for capital, reportedly looking to secure nearly $24 billion in equity commitments from Gulf sovereign wealth funds to bolster the $110 billion takeover proposal. This strategic financial maneuvering comes as Europe grapples with lagging behind in consumer-facing technology, prompting local firms to re-evaluate their focus toward the B2B software sector for future growth. While the continent seeks renewed tech dominance, attention remains on emerging defense capabilities, with analysts tracking around 14 Ukrainian defense technologies poised for potential investment or acquisition, offering a specialized vertical for private capital.