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HTC and Shenzhen launch world's largest VR fund
HTC, manufacturer of the Vive virtual reality headset, has partnered Shenzhen Municipal Government for the Shenzhen VR Investment Fund and is targeting a $1.45bn fundraise.
Nov 22, 2016Sodexo to feed startups with $53m fund
The catering and facilities management company has launched a corporate venturing unit, Sodexo Ventures, and invested in restaurant engagement platform Wynd.
Nov 21, 2016Big Deal: FanDuel and DraftKings to join the same team
The daily fantasy sports companies, backed by several media groups, professional sports leagues and teams, are set to merge.
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Nov 21, 2016Babytree to grow with $450m
New strategic partner Fosun led the round, announced this by baby and child social e-commerce platform Babytree but closed in July.
Nov 18, 2016Qufenqi to install itself in public markets
The Chinese instalment buying platform is seeking between $500m and $800m in a US IPO that will provide exits to Kunlun Tech and Ant Financial.
Nov 16, 2016Hickies ties up $10m
The modular shoelace developer received the funding from backers including Sforza, the owner of new strategic partners Topper Brazil and Rainha, and a footwear brand that is most likely Adidas.
Nov 15, 2016LeEco gets $600m from old friends
The firm, already backed by Lenovo and Macrolink, has added Heilan Home, Hengxing Group, Yihua Group, Man Wah, Yuyue Group and Luye Pharma to its shareholders.
Nov 15, 2016Joyvio gets a taste of Huawen for $44m
Huawen Food produces a large range of snacks and has secured the investment from agricultural group Joyvio as part of a strategic partnership agreement.
Nov 14, 2016Jibo jams in new funding
The personal robot developer has secured $13.1m, after raising more than $52m last year from investors including Samsung, Acer, KDDI, LG Uplus, Dentsu, NetPosa and Ningbo GQY.
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