August 23, 2025

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The AI agent tech stack

We mined the CB Insights Business Graph to map the 135+ startups across 17 markets forming the new AI agent tech stack. Discover which markets are gaining momentum, identify investment opportunities, and find partners for building AI agents.

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The top angel investors in AI

We mined CB Insights data to rank individual angel investors based on AI deal volume, revealing who's poised to win big amidst the AI boom.

Are AI unicorns starting to move beyond hype?

2025 shows growing maturity among the hottest AI startups based on CB Insights Commercial Maturity scores.

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State of AI Q2'25 Report

Record M&A activity. Sky-high revenue multiples. AI agents' continued rise. We break down the trends reshaping the AI landscape using CB Insights data.

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Book of Scouting Reports: Generative AI in Healthcare & Life Sciences

We dive into the data on the most promising private generative AI companies in healthcare & life sciences, including key financial metrics, opportunities, and threats.

310+ AI companies transforming government

From digital governance to autonomous equipment, we mapped out 310+ companies transforming government operations with AI.

Book of Scouting Reports: Enterprise AI Agents

We dive into the data on the most promising private AI agent companies, including key financial metrics, opportunities, and threats.

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Anand

@asanwal

Co-Founder & Exec Chair

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