Lynx Acquires AI Consultancy Linkalab in Strategic Expansion
Deal News | Aug 08, 2025 | Legal Community Italy
Lynx, a leading Italian digital solutions group, has acquired Linkalab, a consultancy specializing in artificial intelligence and data science. This acquisition is part of Lynx's strategic growth plan to enhance its presence in the digital sector through both organic development and targeted acquisitions. This marks the second acquisition by Lynx after it reacquired its shares previously held by FSI, with support from Carlyle's Global Credit platform. The international law firm DLA Piper supported Lynx in this transaction, with a team led by partner Fabio del Bene. Meanwhile, Studio Simbula, led by Massimo Simbula, assisted Linkalab and the selling shareholders from their Cagliari office.
Sectors
- Technology
- Legal Services
Geography
- Italy – Both Lynx and Linkalab are Italian companies, making this a significant transaction within the Italian tech sector.
Industry
- Technology – The acquisition involves companies specializing in digital solutions and artificial intelligence, highlighting the advancements in tech services.
- Legal Services – DLA Piper and Studio Simbula are law firms involved in advising on the acquisition transaction.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynx | Acquirer | Company | An Italian group specializing in digital solutions, aiming to expand its digital presence. |
| Linkalab | Target | Company | A consultancy focused on artificial intelligence and data science. |
| DLA Piper | Legal Advisor for Lynx | Company | An international law firm that advised Lynx during the acquisition. |
| Studio Simbula | Legal Advisor for Linkalab | Company | A law firm specializing in acquisitions and new technologies, advised Linkalab. |
| Fabio del Bene | Partner at DLA Piper | Person | Led the legal team advising Lynx on the acquisition. |
| Massimo Simbula | Founder of Studio Simbula | Person | Advised Linkalab and the selling shareholders. |