February 1, 2025

Hi there,

Here are this week's top research briefs.

State of AI 2024 Report

From a new breed of AI unicorns to a record $100.4B in funding, we look back at key changes in the AI landscape using CB Insights data.

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The foundation model divide: Mapping the future of open vs. closed AI development

With industry leaders divided in their approaches, we look at the winners and losers in the open-source vs. closed-source landscape and what enterprises need to think about next for adoption.

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Here's how leading strategy teams are successfully driving generative AI adoption in their organizations

We surveyed 50 senior strategy leaders to understand their genAI implementation tactics — and why some teams are seeing better results than others.

State of Fintech 2024 Report

From a 7-year low in dealmaking to M&A gaining steam, we break down key changes in the fintech landscape using CB Insights data.

Customer-Exclusive Research

What DeepSeek's model releases mean for the future of AI

We dig into the implications of China-based DeepSeek's rapid ascent on the AI infrastructure landscape, the private sector, and enterprise AI strategies.

Data centers are reshaping nuclear development, driving billions in new power infrastructure investment

Tech companies' growing power demands and component supply shortages have altered nuclear development timelines. We look at how fusion startups and small modular reactor (SMR) developers are adapting.

Critical infrastructure is under attack: How operational technology (OT) security platforms are helping companies better prepare

Critical infrastructure sectors are being exposed to costly cyberattacks. This brief explores how industrials firms have responded by investing in and partnering with OT security firms and how healthcare companies can follow suit.

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Have a great weekend.

I love you.

Anand

@asanwal

Co-Founder & Exec Chair

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