Hi there, 
 

ICYMI: The Future of Fintech conference is BACK.
 

And it’s in person (with an online option) at the stunning Glasshouse in NYC from October 5-6.
 

As always, we’ll be bringing together the best & brightest founders of fintech companies with the leading financial institutions. Plus, we'll have exclusive research from our CB Insights analysts and unlimited 1:1 networking opportunities.

Reserve your ticket here.

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

Alphabet’s Next Billion-Dollar Business: 12 Industries To Watch
Alphabet is using its dominance in the search and advertising spaces — and its massive size — to find its next billion-dollar business. From healthcare to smart cities to banking, here are 12 industries the tech giant is targeting.

The Challenger Bank Playbook: How 6 Digital Banking Startups Are Taking On Retail Banking
Challenger banks. What are they? Who's who? And why have these startups raised hundreds of millions in venture capital to take on bank incumbents? We break down how these startups are reaching, converting, and engaging millions of customers.

Etsy Nabs Clothing Resale Startup Depop For $1.6B To Woo Gen Z Shoppers
Looking for a slice of the fashion resale pie, Etsy acquired one of Gen Z’s favorite shopping apps. Here are the top-line bullets you need to know.

6 Trends Rising E-Commerce Players Are Leveraging To Compete Against Amazon
Amazon is the most formidable force in e-commerce. Here's how emerging e-commerce players are protecting their businesses from being disrupted by the retail giant.

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 smart fabrics and beyond.

Should Banks Adopt Embedded Lending?
Embedded lending allows non-financial businesses to team up with banks to offer lending products to customers. We look at how the process works, key players in the space, and what's next for the tech.

Digital Therapeutics Outlook: The Tech Transforming The Way We Treat And Manage Disease
Digital therapeutics are a growing focus within the digital health ecosystem, as funding, clinical validation, and product reimbursement gain momentum. We analyze the accelerating adoption of digital therapeutics and how they can improve patient outcomes.

The Beverage Market Map: 90+ Companies Changing What (And How) We Drink
From enhanced water to robotic drink makers, these 90+ companies are bringing sustainability, health benefits, and personalization to the beverages space.