Corporate Law
Tech M&A: Cross-Border Asset Acquisition
Tech M&A: Directed a $120M cross-border acquisition of an AI startup. Our strategy resolved complex IP and regulatory hurdles, enabling a rapid and compliant global technology integration.
The Challenge: A Silicon Valley tech leader sought to acquire a European AI startup. The deal was complicated by fragmented ownership, complex IP licensing agreements, and strict EU data sovereignty regulations.
Our Strategy:
- Structured Buyout: Designed a multi-stage acquisition framework to mitigate integration risks.
- IP Protection: Renegotiated core software licenses to ensure the buyer gained full ownership of the AI algorithms.
- Compliance: Aligned the target company’s data architecture with international privacy standards (GDPR) prior to closing.
The Result: The $120M acquisition was closed seamlessly. The client successfully integrated the AI technology into their global platform, achieving a record time-to-market for their new product line.