... knowledge, helping the startup develop and grow. Characteristics and role of a business angel Business angels play an important role in the startup ecosystem, as they provide financing at a stage when traditional sources, such as banks, may not offer lending due to the high level of risk. Business angels, as a rule, have entrepreneurial experience, which they can use to support a startup not only with money, but also with business advice, mentoring and connections. Key characteristics of a business ...

... protocols and not block technological experiments, allowing new forms of financial services to develop under fundamental oversight. With reasonable regulation, this will make the U.S. an attractive jurisdiction for DeFi startups: decentralized exchanges, lending protocols, and other services will be able to operate legally and compete with banks, offering investors more diverse products and sources of income. However, a liberal approach also carries risks: overly lenient oversight may lead to hacking,...

... exchange operator Cboe Global Markets. Their reports will show the dynamics of commission revenues and trading volumes amid market volatility. A report from mortgage REIT Arbor Realty Trust is also expected, reflecting the state of the real estate and lending markets under changing interest rates. Corporate Reports in Europe and Asia In Europe and Asia, August 1 will also witness a series of corporate earnings reports capable of influencing local markets. Among European issuers, aviation holding **International ...

... events, their potential impact on European and American economies, and recommendations for investors. Economic Events: China's Loan Prime Rate (LPR) Announcement (04:15 GMT) China is set to release its decision on the Loan Prime Rate, a benchmark for lending rates in the country. Any adjustment could affect borrowing costs and economic activity within China. Impact on Europe: As a major trading partner, Europe's export-driven industries may experience shifts in demand based on China's economic policies....

... strain and lower transaction fees. 7. Polychain: DeFi and New Forms of Blockchain Infrastructure With one of the highest average return rates (Avg. Retail ROI: 19.2x), Polychain's recent investments include: Warlock (DeFi, Seed $8M): An algorithmic lending market with a focus on automation. Seismic (Blockchain, Seed $7M): Developing plasma chains and solutions for faster consensus. Ethena (DeFi, Private $100M): Developing high-performance derivatives on Ethereum (ETH), which could attract large ...