This document summarizes information about Iris Capital, a leading European venture capital fund that invests in digital economy startups from early stages through later funding rounds. It discusses how technology development costs have decreased, enabling more entrepreneurial successes. It also notes how corporates are increasingly outsourcing innovation to startups and investing in venture funds and startups directly. Examples are given of startups partnering with or being acquired by large companies. The document argues that multi-corporate venture funds like Iris Capital provide corporates exposure to relevant startups and the ability to generate synergies while maintaining a strategic focus through smaller investments.