Deasy Labs: Acquisition By Collibra To Unify Governance

Deal News | Jul 30, 2025 | Goodwin

Collibra, a leader in unified governance for data and AI, has acquired Deasy Labs in a move that will extend its platform capabilities to include unstructured data. This acquisition positions Collibra as the only platform that effectively delivers unified governance across both structured and unstructured data. By integrating Deasy Labs' orchestrated metadata software, Collibra enhances its ability to tag, filter, and enrich unstructured data such as contracts and transcripts, crucial for AI, analytics, and regulatory needs. Established in 2023, Deasy Labs is known for its technology that supports high-accuracy retrieval and governance for Generative AI workflows through advanced features like auto-derived schemas and human-in-the-loop validation. The legal advisory for this transaction was spearheaded by a team from Goodwin, including key members Nathan Hagler, Giselle Rivers, and others.

Sectors

  • Technology
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Data Management

Geography

  • United States – Goodwin, the advisory firm, and likely both Deasy Labs and Collibra are based in the United States, which is a hub for technology and data companies.

Industry

  • Technology – The article revolves around software and data governance technologies developed by Deasy Labs and Collibra.
  • Artificial Intelligence – The acquisition is aimed at enhancing AI analytics and governance capabilities, incorporating AI-driven metadata management.
  • Data Management – The focus on unified governance across structured and unstructured data fits within the data management sector.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    CollibraAcquiring CompanyCompanyA leader in unified governance for data and AI, acquiring Deasy Labs to enhance their governance platform.
    Deasy LabsTarget CompanyCompanyA company established in 2023 specializing in metadata orchestration, targeting AI and data teams.
    GoodwinLegal AdvisorCompanyThe law firm that provided legal advisory services to Deasy Labs during the acquisition process.
    Nathan Hagler, Giselle Rivers, Carson Williams, Benedict See, Megan Wilson, Kevin Liu, Lilla Lavanakul, Monica Patel, James Oh, Philip Baldwin, Lauren NuDelman, Cecily Xi, Pavani Veerisetti, Federica De Santis, Reema Moussa, Jacquelyn BurkeDeal Team MembersPeopleVarious legal professionals involved from Goodwin in advising the acquisition.