... government administration—such an approach enhances the country's image in the eyes of the IT business and creates additional opportunities for local startups. Digital Infrastructure for Connectivity and Data. For tech companies, the availability of modern networks (broadband internet, 5G, data centers) is essential. The U.S., Europe, and China have well-developed internet infrastructure, enabling seamless scaling of digital services. South Korea is renowned for having the fastest internet and a high smartphone ...

... traditional markets (Canada is seeing the launch of the first XRP spot crypto ETF) and blockchain projects receiving funding again (Pi Network, for example, has launched a $100 million venture fund). This is a sign that investors are gradually returning to the ... ... previously announced $5 billion in debt financing. Such a colossal sum reflects how expensive it has become to develop and implement modern AI systems (requiring powerful computing resources, equipment, and the best people). xAI is already valued at around $80 ...

... on the exchange, communicating through gestures and shouts; the new method allows orders to be submitted via computers from anywhere in the world. Gestures and expressions have been replaced by electronic formulas and algorithms. Speed and Volumes: Modern algorithmic systems execute thousands of operations per second, unattainable in the era of live trading. Previously, the physically constrained "floor" accommodated a limited number of participants; however, the electronic network now connects millions of investors simultaneously. By the 2020s, the overwhelming majority of trading had migrated to digital platforms. Many legendary trading pits were shut down—for example, the Chicago Mercantile Exchange closed its traditional ...

... ("cord-cutting") persisting, and is the growth of broadband subscribers sufficient to compensate? The company is actively investing in network expansion and new services, competing with streaming platforms and wireless operators. Strong financial results from Charter,... ... results reflect the state of the global automation and machinery market. Demand for robotics depends on businesses' investments in modernization – automotive manufacturers and electronics are actively automating production. In Q2 2025, demand may have been ...

... universal flu vaccine. The cybersecurity segment remains one of the market's drivers (noteworthy is the recent deal involving Cato Networks, mentioned above). Crypto- and Web3-startups are beginning to revive after a deep slump — in Q2 2025, venture investments ... ... accelerators, and special tax regimes. Local startups aspire to integrate into global value chains, leveraging their strengths in modern technology directions (AI, Big Data, and others). Conclusions: Cautious Optimism and Quality Growth As of early August ...