Nan Fung-backed biotechnology developer Bolt Threads has already secured close to $57m in a series D round it aims to close at $106m.

Unilever Ventures had held a majority stake in smoothie brand Froosh since 2008, but has exited through an acquisition by Fazer for an undisclosed sum.

E-commerce platform Shopback has received $25m in a round led by the payment services provider that included Intouch, SoftBank and SingTel.

Northeastern University cosmetics-focused artificial intelligence spinout Giaran has been acquired by Shiseido Americas for an undisclosed sum.

The e-commerce marketplace has sold an undisclosed stake to media group Bennett, Coleman and Company in a $15m ad-for-equity deal.

The wireless earbud developer has closed after raising more than $50m from investors including WME, Live Nation, Universal and Chernin Group.

The online grocery store secured $8m from a consortium including International Finance Corp as it has yet to confirm a reported $200m investment from Paytm Mall.