... millions for research in extending human life, while the Greek project Centivax secured over €130 million for creating a next-generation universal vaccine. Defense Technologies: Investments in startups related to defense and security are increasing amid geopolitical tensions. Projects in the fields of drones, cybersecurity, space systems, and related areas are receiving support from both state funds and private investors looking to strengthen technological sovereignty. For instance, the American company ...

... research related to life extension, while the Greek project Centivax secured over €130 million for the development of a next-generation universal vaccine. Defense Technologies: Investments in startups related to defense and security are growing amid geopolitical tensions. Projects in drone technology, cybersecurity, space systems, and related fields are receiving support from both state funds and private investors eager to strengthen technological sovereignty. For example, the American company Anduril ...

... liquidity in markets and a rise in stablecoin issuance for new investments in crypto assets. Conversely, tightening policies potentially reduce the growth of the stablecoin supply, although the baseline USDC rate will still remain pegged to the dollar. 3. Geopolitics, Inflation, and Demand for Digital Dollars. In developing economies with unstable national currencies, dollar-denominated stablecoins become a popular means of saving and hedging against inflation and devaluation. For instance, residents of ...

... However, such rapid growth occurred over a short period, and investors have begun to fear overheating. The stock's valuation reached extremely high levels (P/E >> 50), making the shares vulnerable to even the slightest disappointment. Additionally, geopolitical risks (chip export restrictions to China) and limited production capacity add uncertainty. Hedge funds likely locked in profits after the grand rally of 2023, resulting in record low net longs on NVDA. Nevertheless, Nvidia remains fundamentally ...

... three-month low, reflecting a healthy labor market. Investors are positively assessing progress in external trade and easing inflationary pressures. The conclusion of a trade deal with Japan and the anticipated US–EU agreement on tariffs alleviate some geopolitical uncertainty, supporting the markets. At the same time, the rate of price growth in the US has slowed, with the Fed sending “dovish” signals. At the upcoming meeting (July 29–30), the Federal Reserve is likely to keep the key rate at ...