Core Insights - Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) is evolving from purely financial investments to becoming strategic hubs in the industrial ecosystem, driven by technological iterations and industrial transformations [1] - In 2024, the Chinese CVC market showed significant structural characteristics, with 71.6% of the 1027 investment events focusing on early-stage projects, highlighting a trend towards strategic investments in emerging technologies [1] - The report indicates that 55% of newly minted unicorns in 2024 received support from CVCs, emphasizing their role in building "technological moats" and enhancing control over supply chains [1] Group 1 - The global economy is undergoing a structural transformation by 2025, influenced by generative AI, carbon neutrality goals, and geopolitical tech competition [1] - The "2025 Corporate Venture Capital 100" survey aims to identify leading CVC institutions that are pivotal in driving technological innovation and industrial upgrades [2] - Key metrics for the survey include CVC investment activity, performance in investments and exits, post-investment empowerment, and ecosystem development [2] Group 2 - Historical context of the CVC evaluation includes previous years' reports, such as the 2024 report highlighting 1152 joint investments and the 2023 report focusing on IPO leaders [3]