Elpis Labs joined AcceleratorCon to share firsthand insights on how accelerator reviewers think. The discussion revealed what truly drives application decisions — from credible traction to clear market logic — and why clarity matters more than polish when founders apply to global programs.

The KSC Deeptech 2025 Cohort 2 completed a seven-week program in New York, strengthening its U.S. strategy, refining communication, and securing new partnership opportunities. The startups showcased proven technologies and advanced toward real U.S. commercialization.

Amazon’s $2B Climate Pledge Fund supports technologies that turn CO2 into materials, electrify freight, reinvent recycling, and scale low-carbon solutions. Amazon acts as both investor and customer, accelerating climate tech that can drive measurable decarbonization globally.

Corporate venture capital now shapes how early-stage startups get evaluated. This article breaks down the red flags that stop CVCs from investing — and the green lights that win them over. Learn how founders can meet the higher bar of strategic, enterprise-focused investors.

Salesforce Ventures has deployed over $6B into 630+ enterprise software startups, using strategic investing to build a global ecosystem — not just a portfolio. Their model blends venture-level returns with deep product integration, AI innovation, and values-driven impact.

Quantum startup funding surged 138% in 2024, hitting $1.9B across 62 rounds — and corporate venture capital is leading the charge. IBM Ventures, Intel Capital, and NVIDIA NVentures are redefining how quantum innovation moves from lab to market.

Tyson Ventures and ADM Ventures are reshaping the future of food by investing in alternative proteins and FoodTech startups. These CVCs combine capital, manufacturing expertise, and distribution networks to accelerate innovation and address global protein demand sustainably.

Corporate venture capital arms like Qualcomm Ventures, JLL Spark, and bp Ventures are redefining how cities evolve. Their investments in IoT, AI, and smart infrastructure shape the connected, sustainable urban environments of tomorrow.

Discover how Caterpillar, 3M, and Stanley Ventures back industrial tech startups — providing capital, expertise, and networks to drive the future of manufacturing innovation.

M12, Cisco Investments, and S Ventures aren't just writing checks — they're building strategic ecosystems that transform promising startups into enterprise-ready security solutions.

Silicon Valley's most influential corporate venture arms — Intel Capital, GV, and Samsung Next — are driving the next wave of AI and DeepTech innovation. These tech giants bring unprecedented resources to startups: from Intel's semiconductor expertise to Google's AI infrastructure and Samsung's global hardware reach, creating a powerful ecosystem where breakthrough technologies can rapidly scale.

Media giants are rewriting the investment playbook! Comcast Ventures, Bertelsmann, and FT Ventures are actively funding startups across media tech, creator tools, and immersive storytelling. With 120+ investments hitting multi-year peaks and media-backed startups showing superior exit rates.

Supply chain startups are attracting unprecedented attention. With $15.4B invested in 2024 and corporate giants like Amazon, Maersk, and Flexport actively backing AI and automation solutions, logistics startups now have access to both capital and strategic partnerships that can transform their growth.

As the beauty industry undergoes a digital revolution, global giants like L'Oréal, Estée Lauder, and Shiseido are turning to startups to stay ahead. From AI-powered skincare to biotech breakthroughs, explore how corporate venture capital is shaping the future of beauty tech.

NVIDIA and AMD are redefining the AI chip race — not just through performance, but by how they engage with startups. While NVIDIA builds a closed ecosystem powered by strategic investments and developer programs, AMD is betting on openness and acquisitions to drive innovation.

Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Nestlé are reshaping the future of food and beverage through aggressive startup investments. From sustainable packaging to health-focused brands and digital retail, these giants are turning to venture capital and open innovation to stay ahead in a fast-evolving market.

This new version reflects valuable feedback and contributions from our partners on the ground in Uzbekistan. Thanks to their insights, we were able to clarify several data points, include new developments, and present a more comprehensive view of the local innovation landscape.