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Don'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, 2025Nine things we learned at the GCVI Summit 2025
From investors brushing off Trump's climate science bashing to market turbulence limiting the IPO window, here are highlights from the GCVI Summit 2025.
Mar 25, 2025Cannestra leaves CVC arm of Japanese car parts maker Denso
The rest of the corporate venturing unit will remain operating as before, and will continue to seek new investments.
Mar 24, 2025UAE’s Yango Group launches $20m fund to back young entrepreneurs
Yango Ventures will focus on early-stage startups in the online-to-offline, B2B SaaS and fintech sectors to drive digital transformation.
Mar 21, 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, 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, 2025Tokyo's subway system launches $20m venture arm
Tokyo Metro Ventures will target startups that can improve the value of its stations and solve issues on its lines.
Mar 17, 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, 2025International Airlines Group announces $218m CVC fund
IAGi Ventures will invest in startups improving efficiency, sustainability and customer experience.
Mar 11, 2025Chinese corporations ramp up investments in AI and chips startups
There were 42 corporate-backed startup funding rounds in China in February, up 27% from the previous month. Most of these were backed by Chinese tech giants such as Tencent and Baidu.
Mar 10, 2025US airport logistics group Vantage launches corporate venturing arm
The transportation and airport logistics group will invest in mobility and sustainability startups.
Mar 6, 2025Google-backed Oxa drives alternative approach to autonomous vehicles
UK-based Oxa focuses on services in airports, retirement communities and industrial settings, rather than personal cars and taxis.
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