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Here are this week's top research briefs.

$1B+ Market Map: The World’s 728 Unicorn Companies In One Infographic
Our market map visualizes the 728 private companies with billion-dollar valuations, across artificial intelligence, e-commerce, fintech, and more.

25 Business Moats That Helped Shape The World’s Most Massive Companies
A business moat is a key competitive advantage that sets a company apart from its competitors. From Amazon and Tesla to Starbucks and Coinbase, here is how 25 of the world's biggest companies have built and defended their moats.

The Big Tech In Fintech Report: How Facebook, Apple, Google, & Amazon Are Battling For The $28.2T Market
We look at how Facebook, Apple, Google, and Amazon are conquering key financial services verticals through new product launches, investments, M&A deals, and more. 

Among Big Tech, Here’s Who’s Leading In AI Acquisitions
Apple leads the FAMGA pack, with 29 AI acquisitions since 2010.

Everything You Need To Know About What Amazon Is Doing In Financial Services
From payments and lending to insurance and checking accounts, Amazon is attacking financial services from every angle without even applying to be a conventional bank. In this report, we break down how these efforts impact merchants and consumers. We also dive into various initiatives Amazon is pursuing, ranging from cashierless payment terminals to health insurance for sellers.

MVP Technology Framework — New Products & Services In Medical Devices
This report uses the CB Insights MVP Technology Framework to rank tech market planning decisions and give an adoption playbook for the medical devices domain. 

90+ Startups Reducing Plastics And Waste In The Packaging Industry
From biodegradable plastics to e-commerce cold chain, we take a look at how companies are creating more sustainable and connected packaging and labeling.

Open Banking Outlook: How The API Economy Is Reinventing Financial Services
Open banking is at an inflection point, with usage, partnerships, and funding on an upward trajectory. We analyze the growing trend and the implications of API-led consumer data transmission for the rest of financial services.