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Replacement retinas grown in zero gravity show potential of "space factories"
The costs of making things in space — and getting them back to earth — is high. But infrastructure to bring down the costs is being built.
Jul 17, 2025Oil and gas companies tripled investments in hydrogen startups in H1
The decline of cleantech and hydrogen investments is overstated in H1, according to GCV data, while transport investments go cold.
Jul 16, 20255 tips for investing in university spinouts
From working out the strategic value a corporate can bring to scientific innovation to cultivating the right sources in the university ecosystem, here are tips for investing in academic research.
May 22, 20258 direct air capture startups slashing carbon removal costs
New materials and greater use of renewable energy is bringing down the costs of direct air capture of carbon. Here are eight startups with technology worth watching.
May 16, 2025How small open-source AI startups are taking on the big developers
Small but agile startups working on open-source AI could challenge the leading large language model developers. This is why.
May 15, 202514 defence startups that show how AI is redefining modern warfare
The use of AI in defence tech is redefining the modern battlefield, whether on land, sea or air. These are some of the startups attracting attention.
May 7, 2025What Trump's first 100 days have meant for corporate investors
Investors in healthcare, hardware, climate tech and defence are feeling the impact of the Trump administration's policies.
May 5, 202511 startups that could be the future of sport
From helping blind fans 'watch' games to combatting concussion and updating sports media for the 2020s, these companies are looking to change how sport is played and viewed.
Apr 15, 2025CVC exits approach 2022 levels
Corporate-backed startups exits were at their highest level for over two years in Q1 2025, with large acquisitions spiking the total value.
Apr 14, 2025Corporates backed more startups in Q1, even stripping out the AI mega-deals
There were 1,215 corporate-backed startup funding rounds in Q1, the highest quarterly total for two years.
Apr 8, 2025Don't believe the hype: impact funds aren't disappearing
The language may be changing but the opportunities and the returns are still there for impact investors.
Apr 4, 2025A swarm of Indian defence tech startups emerges in push for self-reliance
Indian defence tech startups are seeing greater investor interest, thanks to various government initiatives. Here's what it means for the sector - and 11 Indian defence tech startups to watch.
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