Not every VC believes in corporate venture capital. Well-known detractor Fred Wilson, co-founder of Union Square Ventures, recently said that startups that take money from CVCs are "doing business with the devil" and that corporates that invest...

In tech investing circles, unicorns—defined as a private company valued at $1 billion or more—are no longer a rare breed.

Private equity researcher CB Insights says there are 170 operating in markets around the globe. As a group, investors value...

Unilever's $1 billion buyout of Dollar Shave Club proves that successful innovation comes in many forms. Sometimes, all you need is a great business idea, a strong team, and the willingness to follow-through.

And yes, it helps when you launch...