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.
Recent changes in the fuel market are generating mixed emotions among motorists and experts. Despite record payments to oil companies from the budget, petrol prices continue to rise, creating tension at petrol stations across the country. The situation at the petrol stations is becoming increasingly critical, and many are questioning what the future holds for the fuel market. In our review, we will analyse the current circumstances, explore the reasons behind the price increases, and attempt to understand what steps are being taken to stabilise the market. We will also investigate how the present situation is affecting consumers and what authorities are doing to address the ongoing issues.
In the world of energy and oil and gas, Wednesday, 14 October 2026, marked significant events that will have a considerable impact on the global market. The price of Brent crude rose above $105 per barrel, representing a new phase in the development of the global energy market. This event is accompanied by the conclusion of a strategically important diesel fuel deal between Russia and the USA, which aims to strengthen the economic positions of both countries amid growing global challenges. At the same time, Europe is increasingly facing a gas shortage, raising concerns about the stability of energy supply in the region.
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.