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CVCs remained consistent investors in 2022
While different than traditional VCs, CVCs offer a potentially stable source of capital for startups amid the current downturn.
Despite the downturn, CVC gains traction in Brazil’s startup ecosystem
Despite the challenging fundraising environment of 2022, we saw more big corporations launching their corporate venture arms in Brazil last year than during the boom years of 2020 and 2021.
CVCs maintain stake in one-quarter of deals despite overall venture pullback
While other nontraditional investors have slowed their pace in 2022, CVCs have been in the largest percentage of deals yet.
TechCrunch+ roundup: Bridge round scarcity, resilient e-commerce, CVC negotiating tips
Founders who are hunting for an extension round in this market should remember why there was only enough room for Rose on the door at the end of “Titanic.”
Looking for an investment from a CVC? Take these 3 tips to the negotiation table
It may seem like you’re facing off against Goliath when trying to negotiate with CVCs, but the size and experience of their legal teams doesn’t give them an automatic advantage.
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Will the corporate venture boom lead to an M&A frenzy?
Why recent CVC activity combined with the current climate for startups could result in a more active M&A market.
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With capital aplenty, modern corporate investors marry financial and strategic goals
We put questions to Arjun Kapur of Comcast’s Forecast Labs, Andrés Saborido of Telefónica’s Wayra, and Serge Tanjga of MongoDB’s venture arm to learn more about the CVC market.
Whatever you do, don’t refer to LG’s incubator program LG Nova as a corporate venture capital (CVC) outfit.
LG reveals the first shortlisted startups for its LG Nova incubator
Korean technology giant LG makes everything from televisions (they announced some new ones at CES), washing machines and fridges, to, well, it’ll probably take less time to list the things…
What you should know about working with corporate venture investment committees
Brian Walsh demystifies the role of the corporate venture capital investment committee and shines a light on how entrepreneurs can navigate some of the hidden pitfalls.
Corporate venture capital follows the same trend as other VC markets: Up
We’ve seen non-venture funds flow into the later stages of startup land, pushing VCs toward earlier-stage and more venture-y deals. Why would CVCs be immune to the same trend?
Acronis raises $250M at a $2.5B+ valuation to double down on cyber protection services
As cybersecurity continues to grow in profile amid an increasingly complex and dangerous landscape of malicious activity, a cybersecurity vendor that specializes in “all-in-one” services covering the many aspects of…
DesignCrowd raises $10 million AUD to grow its DIY platform, BrandCrowd
DesignCrowd announced today it has raised $10 million AUD (about $7.6 billion USD) in pre-IPO funding. The capital will be used on hiring and product development, with the goal of…
How to find real benefits in virtual CVC, get the best returns and prepare for the future.
Facebook is reportedly getting into the venture capital game, but for young entrepreneurs working in social media, ignoring or deleting that particular friend request could be the right call. According…
How to get the most from your corporate VC after you get the check
As with many business partnerships, the key to creating an initial relationship that’s built to last is setting expectations at the outset.
15 things founders should know before accepting funding from a corporate VC
Here’s a list of the top 15 things every founder should know before signing a term sheet with a CVC.
What should startup founders know before negotiating with corporate VCs?
Choosing a sophisticated CVC who is in the game for the right reasons and has every incentive to see your company win is the most effective way to ensure that…
In this overview, we’ll discuss the types of CVCs, the best way to approach each type and the key things to keep in mind during initial discussions.
