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Are CVC investors moving from followers to leaders?
CVCs appear to be increasingly comfortable with taking a leading role in startup funding rounds — does this mark a permanent shift?
Sep 29, 20239 startups that could change how we look at water
From technology that studies cosmic rays to measure soil moisture to a system that can turn air into water, we look at the most promising new startups in the water tech sector.
Sep 27, 2023Are internal hires becoming more popular for CVCs?
A majority of CVCs still prefer to hire experienced investors externally, but internal hiring may be increasing in popularity.
Sep 22, 2023The Big Deal: Instacart leads a new wave of IPOs
The corporate-backed shopping service floated in a $660m offering this week, alongside Klaviyo, RayzeBio and Neumora, but investors may have to pay a price for their IPO exits.
Sep 22, 2023Madagascar's Axian swoops in as other VCs retreat from Africa
Axian Investment aims to invest in 10 startups a year in sectors such as fintech, insurtech and logistics.
Sep 20, 2023Funding for robot startups increases despite difficult market
Robotics deals saw an increase despite an overall decline in deal count and dollar volume this summer.
Sep 19, 2023How to get the most out of investing in other funds
Finding funds that are willing to collaborate and engage with their limited partners is one of several pieces of advice for fund-of-fund investing.
Sep 18, 2023Space power shifts from defence to commercial sector
Space exploration is driven by commercially focused startups rather than just the defence industries, opening up a power shift.
Sep 14, 20236 tips for terminating an investment
From finding new investors to scouting potential acquirers, here is advice for ending investments in startups that don't work out.
Sep 11, 2023Chile evolves into a regional corporate venture powerhouse
The Latin American nation ranks above neighbouring countries in the strength of its startup ecosystem.
Sep 8, 2023AI and pharmaceuticals dominated in August
The monthly deals table is out for August. Browse a month's worth of CVC deals, see what was trending and what dropped off.
Sep 7, 2023Early-stage deals and bargain valuations dominate Finland's startup sector
Finland's venture funding doubled in size between 2021 and 2022 but corporate investors continue to play only a small role in fundraising rounds.
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CVC DirectoryFull details of 600+ CVC units globally, including key people, sector focus, preferred investment stage and more. ull access for GCV+ subscribers.CVC Directory
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