In an era where perception often drives valuation, reputation has become a critical yet under appreciated asset for CVC leaders.

Following the removal of a major regulatory obstacle to hydrogen production China is looking to ramp up production of this clean fuel source dramatically. These startups will help the transition take place.

Social media is in flux. Here are a list of new platforms that are vying to become the next Instagram or Twitter.

Corporate-led funding rounds account for larger and larger shares of total venture investment. The trend is here to stay as CVC offers startups more than just money.

Nichola Bates, head of Boeing's global accelerators and innovation programs, is taking radical steps to improve the gender balance of corporate venturing: she hires only women for her team. And it's not the only way she is shaking things up.

Venture building is a long-term, expensive commitment that works best if you are willing to take a strategic portfolio approach — and be willing to let go of equity and control.