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Last updated: August 11, 2026, 2:44 AM ET

Private Equity

Venture capitalists have flagged 17 physical AI startups as ones to watch, hinting at future private equity buyouts in robotics and automation. Meanwhile, First Momentum's cofounder pinpointed the most underrated deeptech areas for PE investors, such as quantum computing and biotech hardware, which could deliver high returns. These sectors are attracting growing attention from private equity funds seeking early-stage exposure.