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Kagawa takes charge of CVC at Japan's Mitsui Mining and Smelting
Former Zeon Ventures president Yoshi Kagawa will run corporate VC operations for the mining and metals group, which launched its second fund in December.
Jun 30, 2025Google's investment arm Gradient Ventures launches $200m AI fund
The early-stage corporate venture unit is raising its fifth AI-focused fund.
Jun 27, 2025Thailand'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, 2025British 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, 2025Buildings 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, 2025Centralising 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, 2025Italian 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, 2025Brazilian 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, 2025Saxena joins TDK's corporate VC arm
Saxena will be responsible for investments in AI, advanced computing and connectivity.
Jun 20, 2025Sandbrook 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, 2025May 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, 2025George Kellerman's six tips for creating a long-lasting CVC unit
Woven Capital MD George Kellerman gave the GCV Symposium some advice on how to launch a corporate venture initiative that stands the test of time.
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