Core Insights - Startup Genome's "Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2025" ranks Silicon Valley first, with New York, London, and Tel Aviv following in second to fourth places, while Beijing rises three spots to tie for fifth with Boston, becoming the only Chinese city in the global top five [1][2] Group 1: Performance Metrics - Beijing ranks third globally in performance metrics, fourth in talent and expertise, and fourth in knowledge supply [1] - Beijing's ecosystem value from 2022 to 2024 is projected at $533 billion, significantly higher than the global average of $204 billion [1] - The number of active unicorns in Beijing is 61, compared to a global average of 4 [1] Group 2: Financial Indicators - Software engineer salaries in Beijing are expected to reach $53,500 in 2024, slightly above the global average of $52,000 [1] - Total venture capital in Beijing from 2020 to 2024 is estimated at $64 billion, while the global average is $5.2 billion [1] Group 3: Supporting Factors - The report attributes Beijing's entrepreneurial ecosystem success to strong government support, top-tier universities, and a thriving capital market [2] - Beijing is recognized as a leading technology and innovation center, particularly in AI-driven data analysis, life sciences, and fintech [2] Group 4: Other Chinese Cities - Other Chinese cities included in the report are Shanghai (10th), Shenzhen (17th), Hangzhou (23rd), Hong Kong (27th), and Guangzhou (35th), with all cities except Hong Kong showing improved rankings [2]