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European Economy Losing Competitiveness: Causes and Consequences
... from the European Commission to be presented next week, the competitiveness of the European economy continues to decline. Key factors identified include bureaucratic barriers and high energy prices. These issues create significant obstacles for the growth of European businesses and their adaptation to global challenges.
Bureaucracy: A Brake on Business
European companies are facing excessive regulation, which slows down decision-making processes and increases costs. Many entrepreneurs report that they spend significant ...
Internet Initiatives Development Fund (IIDF): The Leading Russian Accelerator for Startups
... The project went through IIDF's acceleration program, which enabled the company to attract investments and rapidly scale its business. CarPrice has become one of the leaders in the Russian used car market and continues to grow as one of the largest online ... ..., cleaning, courier delivery, and other services. The startup completed IIDF's acceleration program, which facilitated rapid growth and expanded the platform's functionality. Today, YouDo actively operates in the Russian market and attracts thousands ...
Riot Platforms sells BTC for the first time in 15 months: what lies behind the miners' strategy shift
... management is deviating from the “not to sell” principle and moving towards partial monetization of its reserves.
Reasons for the Sale. According to Riot’s CEO Jason Les, the decision to sell the April haul was driven by the need to finance current business growth and operational expenses. Selling part of the accumulated BTC allows Riot to cover costs without resorting to additional stock issuance, thus avoiding dilution of current shareholders' stakes. In effect, the proceeds of $38.8 million are directed ...
Corruption: a systemic threat to society and ways to overcome it
... efficiency of the economy.
Increased income inequality: corruption contributes to the concentration of wealth in the hands of a small group of people.
Distortion of market mechanisms and fair competition: corrupt companies receive unfair advantages.
Growth of the shadow economy: businesses go underground to avoid corrupt extortion.
2. Political consequences:
Undermining trust in government institutions: citizens lose faith in the state's ability to protect their interests.
Weakening of democratic processes: corruption distorts ...
Startup and Venture Capital News — August 4, 2025: AI Boom, Mega-Rounds, and Global Expansion
... steps are aimed at stimulating international investments and more closely integrating the local venture capital market into global processes.
While the scale of the venture market in the region may still be relatively modest, the foundation for future growth is gradually being laid. Investors are shifting their focus to more mature projects with proven business models, while the government is expanding support through the development of IT education, accelerators, and special tax regimes. Local startups are striving to integrate into global value chains, leveraging their strengths in cutting-edge technological ...