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 9th September 2026, a new milestone was marked in the global oil and gas market. Amid the threat of a complete blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, Brent crude prices are rapidly approaching the $100 per barrel mark. This event has sparked concern among major energy companies and experts, heralding significant changes in the global economy. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical oil transport point, and its blockade could exert substantial pressure on supply and demand, driving prices up and creating risks for the energy security of nations. Discover the measures being taken to mitigate the consequences and what the future holds for the global market.
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.