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The hottest Generative AI deals of 2023: see the top companies, firms, bankers, and lawyers leading this fast-growing sector.
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In 2023, companies are following the leader, ChatGPT, to see who can determine the most profitable model for generative AI technology.
While there are articles like 17 Booming Generative AI Companies & Startups and Generative AI in 7 Charts, who are the law firms, bankers, and companies investing time and money in Generative AI?
In this week's Market Primer, we're diving into 2023 Generative AI M&A activity.
Top Financial Acquirers
Advent International diversified their M&A activity within Generative AI — their acquisitions include companies working in transportation, product development, and consulting.
Other top firms doing deals in Generative AI,
- ABE Capital Partners
- ABS Capital
- TPG
- Kelso & Company
- Marlin Equity Partners
- Alpine Investors
Top Strategic Acquirers
Microsoft made a $10 billion bet on ChatGPT in 2023, solidifying their status as the top acquirer.
Other companies pursuing Generative AI technology through inorganic growth,
- Ramp
- PreAct Technologies
- TechnologyAdvice
- Teradata
- Skillsoft
- Relx
- Vedrai
- Vianai Systems, Inc
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Top Lawyers
Gunderson Dettmer recognized the rise of Generative AI in Q1 of 2023 and hosted a webinar on the Latest Developments, Legal Risks and Best Practices.
Other top lawyers advising in the Generative AI space:
- Littler
- Joseph Saveri Law Firm, LLP
- Bird and Bird
- William Fry
- Mintz
- KO
- Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
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Top Intermediaries
Goldman Sachs’ big prediction for Generative AI: It could raise GDP by 7%.
Here are the other top bankers advising in Generative AI deals.
- Goldman Sachs
- JP Morgan
- William Blair
- Macquarie Group
- Madison Alley Global Ventures
- GP Bullhound
- KMF Business Advisors
- Tyton Partners
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