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 recent months, the issue of diesel fuel exports has become more pressing than ever. The current economic conditions and unpredictable shifts in global markets are forcing the government to adopt radical measures. Against this backdrop, rumours have emerged regarding a potential extension of the diesel export ban. Such steps could significantly impact the domestic market and the lives of many citizens. In this article, we will explore why the government is compelled to take such measures and how long this ban may be extended. We will investigate the reasons behind the possible decisions and how they will affect the overall economic situation.
Startup and venture capital news — Wednesday, 2 September 2026: the Anthropic and OpenAI IPO race, trillion-dollar AI valuations and defence technology records. This day will go down in history as a bifurcation point for the entire technology industry. We are witnessing an unprecedented event: two leaders in generative artificial intelligence have filed confidential initial public offering applications almost simultaneously. The market is holding its breath, analysts are revising forecasts, and venture funds are registering a new reality in which a trillion-dollar valuation is no longer science fiction. At the same time, the defence-industrial complex is posting record levels of private investment, driven by rising geopolitical tensions and the active deployment of autonomous systems. We have analysed exchange data, Crunchbase reports and internal fund documents to bring you the full picture of the day. Read on to learn the details of the deals, the names of key players and forecasts for the months ahead. This material will be useful for founders, investors and anyone tracking market dynamics.
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.