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Mach 49 owner alleges potential misconduct at the Silicon Valley VC services…

Next 15, Mach 49's owner, says it discovered potential misconduct after assessing an earnout payment due to be paid to Mach 49 after it acquired the business in 2000.


Jun 27, 2025

Alphabet's investment arm Gradient Ventures launches $200m AI fund 

The early-stage corporate venture unit is raising its fifth AI-focused fund.

Jun 27, 2025

Thailand's SCB 10X aims to be "bridge" into Asia for AI startups

Kaweewut Temphuwapat, newly installed CEO of Siam Commercial Bank's venture arm, is targeting US startups to build on partnerships with the likes of Ripple and Together AI.

Jun 27, 2025

British Airways owner unveils new AI tool as part of innovation strategy

This is one of 10 AI products being created by International Airline Group's in-house AI development team and the first glimpse into the company's revitalised innovation strategy.

Jun 26, 2025

London Stock Exchange plans first auction of non-public shares in startups

The London-based exchange plans to hold regular sales of shares in private companies in a bid to unlock liquidity for investors and company shareholders.

Jun 25, 2025

Buildings equipment maker Johnson Controls hires Just for corporate VC

Josh Just will be a part of the enterprise strategy and business development group.

Jun 24, 2025

Centralising vs decentralising: what fits best for your CVC arm?

ABB's corporate VC units are now run by each of its core businesses while PTT subsidiary GC has centralised its structure, but what are the benefits of each approach?

Jun 24, 2025

Corporate investors face time of transition

The importance of corporate venturing is growing for governments and startup ecosystems. But the industry is still looking for the optimal model.

Jun 23, 2025

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Italian publisher Zanichelli launches $69m fund for venture building and M&A

The company's venture building unit will focus on edtech and the future of work.

Jun 23, 2025

Brazilian bank Itaú Unibanco launches investment unit with $91m

The bank has created a new fintech and AI venture unit, Itaú Ventures, following the acquisition of an investment firm.

Jun 20, 2025

Saxena joins TDK's corporate VC arm

Saxena will be responsible for investments in AI, advanced computing and connectivity.

Jun 20, 2025

Sandbrook leaves New Zealand dairy firm Fonterra's investment unit

Sandbrook was involved in developing fund management and portfolio processes at the Ki Tua Fund.

Jun 20, 2025

UK investment minister promises corporate VCs an end to sluggish growth

Speaking at the GCV Symposium in London, Poppy Gustafsson said the government will make the UK a more attractive place for investors.

Jun 20, 2025

May brings little respite for corporate investors waiting for exits

Some 46 corporate-backed startups had an exit in May, a handful at more than $1bn. But the market is still in a holding pattern.

Jun 20, 2025

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May brings little respite for corporate investors waiting for exits

Some 46 corporate-backed startups had an exit in May, a handful at more than $1bn. But the market is still in a holding pattern.

Jun 20, 2025

From documents to data centres: how AI is transforming real estate

Raj Singh, head of JLL's investment arm, sees opportunities in the AI data centre boom and the prospect of rethinking a document-heavy sector.

Jun 18, 2025

36 new names on 2025 Powerlist show how corporate venture is evolving

Asian corporate investors have become more prominent in the ecosystem and many CVC units are trying alternative models.

Jun 17, 2025

Can the UK keep its fintech crown in the age of AI?

The UK has long been a fintech hub, but the next generation of financial startups will be based on AI, and the UK ecosystem may not be funding these as fast as it should.

Jun 13, 2025

The investors guide to: London

In advance of this year’s GCV Symposium, Vinay Solanki of Channel 4 Ventures tells us everything you need to know about London’s VC scene.

Jun 5, 2025

Are we seeing a wave of CVC spinouts?

The past year has seen the spinning out of several corporate VC units. Is it a sign of something bigger?

May 28, 2025
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