DeepMind Technologies’ achievement of applying machine learning to predict 3D protein structures has certainly got the scientific world excited, with some experts hailing a massive step forward for medical research.

Feature: AI sector report

Monthly report: January 2021

Mitsui, Edison Energy, BMW, Daimler, General Motors and Exelon-backed electric bus manufacturer Proterra achieved a $1.6bn enterprise value in the deal as special purpose acquisition companies take off in the sector.

Innovative region: United Kingdom

Sector report: AI

Sector focus: services

Rising Stars and Emerging Leaders announced, GCV Institute launched, discussions on everything from AI to hydrogen

GCV Leadership Society chairman’s welcome letter by Young Sohn, chairman of the board, Harman International and senior advisor, Samsung Electronics

World of Corporate Venturing 2021 editorial by James Mawson, editor in chief, Global Corporate Venturing