Industrial

Caterpillar's venture arm is targeting AI software, but full autonomy remains "a very, very long way away," says unit director Mike Mahan.

Traditional practices in finance, agriculture, energy and the creative industries are being broken down as blockchain technology ushers in faster and more streamlined transactions.

Drone warfare and defensive surveillance needs mean startups are now essential for national autonomy, says MGF investment chief Ankit Harjai.

The TAG Alliance aims to create a way for corporate investors to access dual use technologies.

Prostko was managing director of Allegion Ventures.

Christian Gammill, head of Chipotle's venture fund, Cultivate Next, is leaning into the "better-for-you" food trend.

Cemex veteran Jesus Ortiz de la Fuente takes over as CVC head from Gonzalo Galindo Gout, who left in December 2025.

The new fund will support Posco’s ambitions to secure rare earth minerals supply.

Ben Wright, head of 3M Ventures, says material science is playing a key role in fast-moving sectors like data centres and aerospace. The investment team is helping make sure the company stays ahead of the curve.

The firm recently expanded its investments in university spinouts in the Benelux region.

Previous head Eduardo Gomez Mendonza has moved on to a new role as executive vice president, strategy in CRH’s Americas division.