Advanced Materials

What does Intel’s largest quarterly loss signal for semiconductor startups?

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What does Intel’s largest quarterly loss signal for semiconductor startups?

Industry leaders like Intel are experiencing major losses due to decreasing chip demand on top of high capital investments, but some areas are still prime for growth.

May 10, 2023

What Bosch’s $1.5B bet on silicon carbide semiconductors says about where the automotive market is heading

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What Bosch’s $1.5B bet on silicon carbide semiconductors says about where the automotive market is heading

The rise of electric vehicles is driving demand for high-performance semiconductors. We look at the areas within this space gaining the most momentum.

May 3, 2023

6 applications of generative AI in industrials

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6 applications of generative AI in industrials

From infrastructure design to materials discovery, we look at 6 ways industrials companies can leverage generative AI — and the vendors building tech solutions in each area.

Mar 22, 2023

Unbundling Tesla: How the electric vehicle battery industry is getting disrupted

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Unbundling Tesla: How the electric vehicle battery industry is getting disrupted

Tesla has worked for years to vertically integrate its EV battery business, but new players are emerging to capture EV battery tech market share. From novel materials development to battery recycling and everything in between, here's how companies are unbundling one of the world’s leading EV makers.

Dec 2, 2022

Analyzing Shell’s growth strategy: How the energy giant is investing in a more sustainable future

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Analyzing Shell’s growth strategy: How the energy giant is investing in a more sustainable future

We mined Shell’s acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company’s strategic priorities.

Apr 11, 2022

Tech Market Map Report — Digitization & Automation in Advanced Manufacturing

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Tech Market Map Report — Digitization & Automation in Advanced Manufacturing

This report looks at the digitization & automation companies serving the manufacturing industry.

Mar 2, 2022

60+ companies reshaping the future of semiconductors, chips, and advanced electronics

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60+ companies reshaping the future of semiconductors, chips, and advanced electronics

Market Map From sensor tech to quantum computing, companies in the semiconductor industry are making the technology more powerful and efficient.

Feb 10, 2022

Demand For Consumer Electronics And Secure Supply Chains Is Higher Than Ever — Here’s How Semiconductor Companies Are Benefitting

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Demand For Consumer Electronics And Secure Supply Chains Is Higher Than Ever — Here’s How Semiconductor Companies Are Benefitting

Semiconductor tech funding remained elevated as deal count hit a new high in 2021. Below, we discuss the sector’s market drivers as well as emerging trends and their key implications.

Jan 31, 2022

Analyzing BASF’s Growth Strategy: How The Chemicals Giant Is Fortifying Its Greener & Smarter Businesses

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Analyzing BASF’s Growth Strategy: How The Chemicals Giant Is Fortifying Its Greener & Smarter Businesses

Investment Thesis Map We mined BASF's acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company's strategic priorities.

Dec 7, 2021

55+ Companies Reshaping Energy Storage For Electric Vehicles, The Power Grid, And Beyond

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55+ Companies Reshaping Energy Storage For Electric Vehicles, The Power Grid, And Beyond

Market Map Companies across areas such as battery materials, battery management, and battery recycling are working to make energy storage more cost efficient and accessible.

Sep 8, 2021

Unbundling Dupont: How The Traditional Chemicals Manufacturer Is Being Disrupted

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Unbundling Dupont: How The Traditional Chemicals Manufacturer Is Being Disrupted

From engineered polymers to advanced display materials, here's how the next wave of chemical companies are disrupting the production of materials that make up everyday items.

Jul 12, 2021

Consumers Are Ditching Plastic. To Keep Up, CPG Cos Must Look To These Sustainable Alternatives

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Consumers Are Ditching Plastic. To Keep Up, CPG Cos Must Look To These Sustainable Alternatives

Consumers are putting increasing pressure on CPG companies to reduce plastic waste. We look at the alternative packaging approaches gaining traction with brands and retailers.

Apr 22, 2021

How Material Innovation Will Improve Sustainability In Beauty & Personal Care

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How Material Innovation Will Improve Sustainability In Beauty & Personal Care

Consumer preferences for clean and sustainable products are propelling the use of lab-grown ingredients and biodegradable packaging in the industry.

Dec 14, 2020

3 Ways Advanced Materials Are Improving E-Commerce Packaging Sustainability

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3 Ways Advanced Materials Are Improving E-Commerce Packaging Sustainability

E-commerce companies are leveraging innovations like biodegradable packing foam and reusable mailers to help reduce waste and improve sustainability.

Jul 29, 2020

8 Startups Developing Sustainable Packaging Using Seaweed, Wood Pulp, And More

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8 Startups Developing Sustainable Packaging Using Seaweed, Wood Pulp, And More

Startups to Watch These early-stage companies are using novel, natural materials to replace plastic in food and beverage packaging.

Jul 27, 2020

Biotech Business Model Spotlight: Ginkgo Bioworks

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Biotech Business Model Spotlight: Ginkgo Bioworks

Business Model Analysis Ginkgo Bioworks is one of the most well-funded and well-connected biotechnology startups. We analyze the unicorn company’s funding, business model & traction, customer acquisition strategy, market size, and competitors.

Mar 5, 2020

Market Map: 40+ Companies Shaping The Future Of Advanced Materials

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Market Map: 40+ Companies Shaping The Future Of Advanced Materials

Market Map From 3D printing metals to producing self-healing polymers, these companies are driving innovation in advanced materials.

Feb 26, 2020

Startups Are Looking To Capitalize On The $1T Opportunity In Carbon Recycling

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Startups Are Looking To Capitalize On The $1T Opportunity In Carbon Recycling

Companies are developing new solutions to generate revenue from the carbon capture process.

Sep 24, 2019

Eliminating Carbon Emissions From Basic Materials Production Is A Tough Problem That Is Shaping Up To Have A Big Impact

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Eliminating Carbon Emissions From Basic Materials Production Is A Tough Problem That Is Shaping Up To Have A Big Impact

Carbon emissions built into industrial production processes are often overlooked, though emerging technologies in the space could see outsized growth in the medium term.

Sep 24, 2019

State Of Industrial 3D Printing: Startups, Industrial Groups Make Steady Progress On 3D Printing Speed And Quality

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State Of Industrial 3D Printing: Startups, Industrial Groups Make Steady Progress On 3D Printing Speed And Quality

Startups and industrial OEMs have made steady progress pushing 3D printing innovation forward, as VC funding and public interest have fluctuated.

Apr 11, 2019

Industrial 3D Printing: 40+ Startups Shaping The Future of Additive Manufacturing

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Industrial 3D Printing: 40+ Startups Shaping The Future of Additive Manufacturing

Despite a slump in the broader 3D printing space, industrial 3D printing continues to grow, with startups focusing on everything from creating advanced composite materials to processing printed products.

Mar 21, 2019

Making Waves: 50+ Startups Working On Improving Water Infrastructure, Management, And Efficiency

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Making Waves: 50+ Startups Working On Improving Water Infrastructure, Management, And Efficiency

Startups are looking to enhance the ways water is sourced, used, and distributed, among other things.

Jan 10, 2019

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Advanced Manufacturing Trends In 2019

An analysis of emerging advanced manufacturing trends using the CB Insights NExTT framework.

Nov 29, 2018

Advanced Manufacturing Trends To Watch In 2019

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Nov 27, 2018

Beyond Silicon: Automakers Turn To New Materials To Power Electric Vehicles

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Beyond Silicon: Automakers Turn To New Materials To Power Electric Vehicles

Silicon has been the go-to material for powering electric vehicles, but it's reaching the limits of its processing power. With cars becoming increasingly connected and demanding more compute power, automakers are looking for more efficient alternatives.

Oct 25, 2018

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