Economy. Investments. IPO
In recent weeks, cryptocurrencies and traditional financial instruments (TradFi) have gained momentum amid growing investor interest. The combination of strong corporate earnings from semiconductor leaders and rapid progress in artificial intelligence is fuelling demand for risk assets. In this context, shares of giants such as Micron Technology and AMD have risen, while cryptocurrency markets led by Bitcoin and Ether have shown positive dynamics. New investment opportunities are attracting both large institutional funds and retail investors in the CIS, shaping new portfolio strategies. In this article, we examine in detail how this synergy of technology and finance is impacting the market.
In today's world, many organisations and enterprises face the need to optimise their operations and enhance efficiency. Among such approaches, the practice of engaging contractors is becoming increasingly popular. Contractors handle workloads by offering a variety of services that can meet the needs of both small businesses and large companies. The benefits of such cooperation are evident: minimisation of staff maintenance costs, access to professionals with high levels of expertise, and the ability to respond flexibly to changes in the business environment. However, there are also certain risks that must be considered when choosing a contracting company. In this announcement, we will explore why more and more companies prefer contractors and what to take into account when selecting such a partner.
On 8th September 2026, a multitude of news emerged from the world of startups and venture investments. Cognition AI, a promising company in the field of artificial intelligence, is nearing a valuation of $47 billion. This impressive figure marks a new milestone for tech startups. Changes are also on the horizon for venture capital: mega funds, now controlling 72% of the global venture market, are becoming dominant players. These colossal sums reflect global trends and the increasing significance of innovative technologies in the modern economy. In today’s article, we will discuss in detail how companies and investors are adapting to these new realities and what lies ahead.
In this issue, Sergey Tereshkin and investor Andrey Rezinkin explore AI startups: how to choose promising projects and profit from investments in AI. They discuss real-world examples such as OpenAI, ChatGPT, voice recognition, and DepTech, as well as trends like AGI and lifestyle AI applications.