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The Art of Corporate Venture
Why a decentralised CVC model works for ABB
Having ABB’s business areas run their own CVC operations is resulting in closer collaboration and more meaningful innovation for startups, customers and the company.
May 29, 2025Are we seeing a wave of CVC spinouts?
The past year has seen the spinning out of several corporate VC units. Is it a sign of something bigger?
May 28, 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, 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, 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, 2025Corporate backing gives startups the edge when it comes to avoiding bankruptcy
Startups backed by corporate investors are less likely to go bust. This pattern holds true even in a tough investment climate.
Mar 20, 2025Market uncertainty is limiting the IPO window say Nasdaq and NYSE officials
2025 was supposed to be the year many promising tech companies listed on public markets but volatility may limit IPOs.
Mar 20, 2025How corporate venture capital became a driving force in global innovation
Corporate investors have become pivotal players in VC markets around the globe, able to move markets. It’s now time to press our advantage.
Mar 18, 2025Going global: When should CVCs open an international office?
From deciding which markets to go into, how many team members to send and whether it is worth taking an LP position in a local VC fund instead, here are six things to think about before opening an overseas office.
Mar 14, 2025February: M&A appetite still high for corporate-backed startups, but valuations down
Some 37 corporate-backed startups were bought in February in sectors ranging from semiconductors and skincare to pharma and robots.
Mar 11, 2025Featured Content
GCVI Summit 2026 RewindRewatch the sessions, recap the learningsGCVI Summit 2026 Rewind
Rewatch the sessions, recap the learnings
The World of Corporate VenturingGCV's annual report on the state of the corporate investment sectorThe World of Corporate Venturing
GCV's annual report on the state of the corporate investment sector
GCV’s Rising Stars and Emerging Leaders 2026The talent pipeline in corporate venturing shows both momentum and staying power, as the industry comes of age.GCV’s Rising Stars and Emerging Leaders 2026
The talent pipeline in corporate venturing shows both momentum and staying power, as the industry comes of age.
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