Google Cloud, CVC strike multi-year deal to scale agentic AI across industries

Google Cloud has entered into a multi-year strategic partnership with global private equity and investment firm CVC Capital Partners to accelerate the adoption of AI across its portfolio companies.

According to an April 23 press announcement, the collaboration spans sectors such as retail, healthcare, financial services, media and entertainment, software, telecommunications, and industrials.

As part of the agreement, Google Cloud and CVC Capital Partners will help businesses deploy agentic AI systems more efficiently. They will provide streamlined access to Google Cloud’s AI stack, including tools such as the Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform, Agent Builder, Agent Gallery, and underlying AI infrastructure.

Portfolio companies in this initiative will also get early access to select Google Cloud AI products. This advantage will help them stay at the forefront of emerging technologies.

Google Cloud will provide CVC portfolio companies with advanced cybersecurity solutions. These include offerings from Mandiant and Wiz to address AI-related threats. It will also support data sovereignty requirements through localized data residency services. This is especially true for companies operating in EMEA regions via partners such as S3NS.

The collaboration will also involve Google’s forward-deployed engineering teams. These teams will work directly with CVC and its portfolio companies to tackle technical challenges. They will also speed up the rollout of AI-driven solutions. 

In addition, Google Cloud will act as a distribution channel for CVC’s software portfolio. This will be done through its co-sell programs and Marketplace, expanding go-to-market opportunities.

Northslope expands Gemini Enterprise push with dedicated AI practice

In a separate but related development, Northslope has introduced a dedicated Gemini Enterprise Practice as it steps up efforts to support organisations adopting agentic artificial intelligence across core business functions.

Under the new setup, Northslope will collaborate closely with Google Cloud to design, test, and roll out enterprise-grade AI systems using the Gemini Enterprise platform. The move comes as more companies shift toward what is being described as the “agentic enterprise,” where AI agents are embedded directly into workflows to improve efficiency and decision-making.

As part of the rollout, Northslope plans to embed its Forward Deployed Engineers within client teams to build mission-specific AI systems aligned with operational requirements. These teams will deliver production-ready AI workflows, with agents structured to adapt over time as business needs change.