12 D2C success stories

Our VC rankings with The New York Times are coming again.

And Monday is the last day to submit your data.

This year, we're doing global and Asia rankings so get your data in ASAP. If it's late, we don't guarantee it'll be considered in our algo.

And now, here are this week's top briefs.

AI 100: The Artificial Intelligence Startups Redefining Industries
The most promising 100 AI startups working - from hardware and data infrastructure to industrial applications.

What Is CRISPR?
CRISPR. What is it? And why is the scientific community so fascinated by its potential applications? Starting with its definition, we explain how this technology harnesses an ancient bacteria-based defense system — and how it will impact the world around us today.

The United States Of Venture Capital: The Most Active VC In Each State
Our map shows the top VC investing in tech companies in each state, from Andreessen Horowitz in California to Lerer Hippeau in New York.

The Early Pitch Decks Of 15 Startups Before They Became Billion-Dollar Companies
See the early pitch decks of 15 unicorn companies (and exited unicorns), including LinkedIn (before it had a dime of revenue) and Uber when it was still UberCab.

WeWork’s $47 Billion Dream: The Lavishly Funded Startup That Could Disrupt Commercial Real Estate
With $6.5B in equity funding, WeWork is expanding aggressively at home and abroad and pursuing diverse investments that have raised eyebrows. But its real-estate-as-a-service offering and trove of data on optimal office design could make the company's value prop far more than a marketing ploy.

Fintech Trends To Watch In 2019
A data-driven look back at fintech trends in 2018 and an exploration of what's ahead in 2019.

We Analyzed 12 Of The Biggest Direct-to-Consumer Success Stories To Figure Out The Secrets To Their Growth — Here’s What We Learned
Today, a new generation of disruptive brands are shaking up retail — direct-to-consumer e-commerce companies that build, market, sell, and ship their products themselves, without middlemen.

State Of Lidar: Funding Trends, Patent Activity, Corporate Investments, & The Latest Technologies
Lidar has established itself as a critical tool for autonomous perception. We assess the current lidar landscape and the players driving it forward.

The Future Of Fashion: From Design To Merchandising, How Tech Is Reshaping The Industry
A look at the evolution of the fashion industry and where technology is taking it next, from AR/VR dressing rooms to temperature-changing fabrics and beyond.

Step On The Gas: 50+ Companies Working In Trucking Tech
We identified more than four dozen startups solving problems in logistics, from freight management and compliance to automated brokers.

Have a great weekend.