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

17 Unicorns, 1.8K Deals, & 677 Exits: How Have The Nearly 10K VC- and PE-Backed Companies That Took PPP Loans Fared?
The Paycheck Protection Program doled out cash to help businesses stay afloat amid the Covid-19 pandemic. We look at how many have since exited, raised rounds, and become unicorns.

Sorry, Miami: Silicon Valley Is Still The Top VC Hub
Silicon Valley, including San Francisco, is still — by far — the largest tech hub for venture deals and dollars. 

Cyber Defenders 2021
We highlight 14 emerging cybersecurity categories and 28 high-momentum startups with the potential to shape the future of the space.

Here’s The Geographic Breakdown Of The Top Unicorn Investors — And Where In The World They’re Placing Their Bets
We look at where the world’s top unicorn investors are based and break down the geographic trends of the billion-dollar companies in their portfolios.

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

Tech Market Map Report — Communication & Connectivity In Manufacturing
This report looks at communication & connectivity technologies helping manufacturers upskill and connect workforces.

Hyperlocal Weather Analytics In P&C Insurance — ESP Vendor Matrix
This report uses the CB Insights Execution & Market Strength Positioning (ESP) Matrix to analyze vendors that deliver hyperlocal weather analytics in P&C insurance.