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Matsuoka promoted at Astellas Discovery Accelerator
Hideaki Matsuoka, formerly venture unit head at the pharmaceutical firm’s accelerator programme, has become head of ideation and creation.
Apr 25, 2024The new wave of insurtech startups wants to partner, not disrupt
The first wave of insurtech startups hit the wall trying to fight the industry's biggest players. Now, insurance CVCs say they're seeking the ones embracing a partnership model.
Apr 25, 2024University of California's Bow Capital appoints Chan as CFO
James Chan, who holds a similar position at other funds, has joined the investment firm affiliated with the University of California.
Apr 23, 2024Meet the corporations investing in data centre energy startups
A handful of energy and engineering corporations are starting to invest in startups that are developing novel energy options for data centres.
Apr 19, 2024The big debate: Should board seats go to CVCs or business units?
Some say it is the job of the CVC investment professional, while others say business unit heads can be more effective on startup boards.
Apr 18, 2024Defence tech startups should avoid these 5 pitfalls
From hiring foreign attaches to developing technologies for the commercial market, here are tips that defence tech companies should keep in mind when selling to the government.
Apr 17, 2024Regeneron Pharmaceuticals forms $500m venture capital fund
Regeneron Ventures will invest in biopharmaceutical and healthcare technology startups.
Apr 15, 2024The future of the pharmaceuticals supply chain is autonomous
The future of the pharmaceutical supply chain lies in the ability to predict, prescribe, and automate, says Joe Volpe, managing director of MSD Global Health Innovation Fund.
Apr 15, 2024Healthcare needs to streamline before it can cope with AI
While generative AI is the word on every investor's lips, hospital systems are still far from being able to benefit from this technology. The biggest hurdle to overcome? IT systems.
Apr 12, 2024Carbon capture deals dominated energy investing in Q1
Clean energy in general and carbon capture projects in particular were the key focus for energy sector investors in the first quarter of this year.
Apr 11, 2024Corporate investment stays strong while VC deals decrease
Q1 investment numbers see corporate investors staying strong, big rounds on the increase, and the crypto revival continuing.
Apr 5, 2024Bupa APAC looks to fill funding gap for Australian healthcare startups
The UK-headquartered health insurer has set up a A$20m fund in Australia to back young startups in healthcare areas like genomics and wearables.
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