Gene-sequencing technology producer Axbio raised nearly $100m in a round co-led by AstraZeneca-CICC Investment Fund while Eli Lilly helped Forbion Growth Opportunities Fund II to a $504m first close.

The fact that nobody knows what will happen in the economy provides surprising clarity for decision making

The Silicon Valley investment firm connects Japanese companies – including Brother Global, Panasonic, Subaru and Sony – to US startups.

CVC veteran Albert Shyy tells GCV Southeast Asian companies have emerged stronger after pandemic-related restrictions, and the expectations of investors and entrepreneurs have also become more aligned.

GCV has spoken to several corporate and VC investors about the recent hit to Australia's startup scene following a post-lockdown deal surge.

It pays to invest in these companies. Research shows they are less likely to fail and will attract two to three times more investment.

Investment firm Anicut has hired Dhruv Kapoor to lead its Anicut Opportunities Fund I vehicle following more than five years at Russia-based Sistema's Asia Capital unit.

General partner Steve Schmidt explains how Telstra Ventures managed the transition from internal unit to hybrid CVC firm.

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The Global Corporate Venturing deal net rounds up investments from across the corporate innovation ecosystem.