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Buyout firm Carlyle Group and technology investor Insight Partners have acquired risk-management software and services provider Exiger at a valuation of around $1.2 billion, according to two people familiar with the matter.

Fund-of-funds manager GREE LP Fund recently closed on $52.75 million to back U.S.-based venture funds.

The firm outpaced U.S. peers in rounding up fresh capital in under a year while focusing on technology deals.