GCV Connect: India
September 4, 2025
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Unlocking Venture Potential in the Indo-Pacific
As India's startup economy enters a new phase of evolution, the focus is shifting from consumer to deeptech and industrial innovation – positioning the country as a global R&D hub for AI, energy, mobility, semiconductors and climate technologies.
GCV Connect: India 2025 will convene the country’s most forward-thinking CVC investors, global corporates and leading VCs to explore and unlock the next wave of value creation in this vibrant ecosystem.
At a time when traditional VC funding activity has stabilised, corporate investors are stepping up as long-term strategic partners, helping nurture resilient, capital-efficient and globally relevant startups.
Globally, India ranks third in unicorn creation, with over 130 companies valued at over $1bn, behind only China and the US. Bengaluru is home to some 50 unicorns and continues to serve as the country’s undisputed innovation capital.
This invitation-only forum will enable senior leaders from CVCs, VCs and impact-driven investors to drive India’s next chapter of innovation-led growth.
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What to Expect
India’s startup ecosystem is booming, with innovation accelerating across sectors like deeptech, climatetech, fintech and consumertech. GCV and TDK Ventures would like to invite the international CVC community to:
Build high-value connections with the Indian venture ecosystem
Understand the trends in India now – before this dynamic market reaches saturation and competition intensifies
Discuss best practices for investing in this unique startup-oriented economy
Create opportunities for networking with an exclusive audience of experienced venture professionals
Identify the sectors and strategies that fuel portfolio growth and returns, both financial and strategic
Hosted in partnership with TDK Ventures and supported by the IVCA, this event is free to attend but by invitation only.
Act fast – secure your early-mover advantage by applying now if you’re a CVC, corporate investor or corporate innovator looking to make the most in the region!