The fast food operator could beef up its food provision by acquiring the online food delivery app developer in a deal that would allow JD.com to exit.

The AOL-backed wedding registry platform has raised more than $40m to date after sealing a round led by Lightspeed Venture Partners at a $225m post-money valuation.

Dr Pepper Snapple Group has acquired antioxidant-infused drink producer Bai Brands, just over 18 months after it paid $15m for a 3% stake in the company.

HTC, manufacturer of the Vive virtual reality headset, has partnered Shenzhen Municipal Government for the Shenzhen VR Investment Fund and is targeting a $1.45bn fundraise.

The catering and facilities management company has launched a corporate venturing unit, Sodexo Ventures, and invested in restaurant engagement platform Wynd.

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New strategic partner Fosun led the round, announced this by baby and child social e-commerce platform Babytree but closed in July.

The Chinese instalment buying platform is seeking between $500m and $800m in a US IPO that will provide exits to Kunlun Tech and Ant Financial.

The modular shoelace developer received the funding from backers including Sforza, the owner of new strategic partners Topper Brazil and Rainha, and a footwear brand that is most likely Adidas.