Michel Combes will take over Claure’s responsibility for SoftBank Group International.

SoftBank Vision Fund 2 helped blockchain technology provider Blockdaemon close a $207m series C round while Qualcomm-backed audio equipment brand BoAt is targeting $246m in its flotation.

Cathay Life Insurance is the latest in a string of Taiwan and China-based insurers to put money into external venture capital funds.

SoftBank's Vision Funds took part in a $260m series F round for online finance provider Creditas and led last-mile delivery service Paack's $225m series D.

Deloitte Ventures will target investments in Canada-based startups, providing up to $8m through each deal.

On Deck Fund (ODF) is a $150m pre-accelerator focused on startup ideation representing talent network On Deck.

Argo Blockchain is set to exit cryptocurrency technology developer Pluto Digital in a reverse takeover, as Blockchain Founders Fund gets corporate help for a $75m fund.

Final close of the Chrysalix RoboValley Fund at nearly $100m.

Heo Jun-nyeong, vice-president at GS Holdings for mergers and acquisitions, is CEO of GS Ventures.

SoftBank Vision Fund 2 helped revenue growth technology provider 6sense close a $200m series E round at a $5.2bn valuation, cash used to acquire Gree-backed sales software developer Saleswhale.