... frontlines of the global tech arena. While the scale of the venture market in the region currently lags behind global levels, a crucial foundation for future growth is being established. Investors are shifting their focus to more mature projects with proven business models, while the state is expanding support through the development of IT education and a network of accelerators. Local startups are striving to enter global value chains, leveraging strong competencies in high-tech niches (AI, Big Data, etc.). All of this instills hope that in the coming years, the region ...

... funding for startups and demonstrate investors’ belief in the long-term growth of the market. Russia and the CIS: Local Trends Against the Background of a Global Rise Against the backdrop of a global venture boom, Russia and neighboring countries are developing their own startup ecosystem dynamics. Limited access to Western capital and sanctions barriers are holding back the inflow of investment, but government agencies and local businesses are looking for new ways to support innovation. At the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF-2025), a special "Innovation Territory" was organized for the first time, where startups in which the Roscongress Foundation ...

... numerous smartphones worldwide. Qualcomm's results provide insight into the health of the smartphone and wireless device market. After a downturn in 2022-2023, the industry shows signs of revival: many consumers are upgrading their devices, and the development of 5G and new technologies supports demand for chips. Revenue for the quarter is expected to be around $10.3 billion (+10% year-on-year), with earnings at ~$2.70 per share (+11% year-on-year). The key factor here is the mobile chipsets business (QCT division), where sales have started to grow as inventory normalizes among phone manufacturers. However, there are also counterbalancing factors: in the second half of 2025, Apple plans to partially switch to its own modems for iPhones, which ...

... 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 fields (AI, Big Data, etc.). Conclusions: Cautious Optimism ...

... transition to a modern economy. The company's environmental initiatives support sustainable development and environmental protection. Impact on Investors: Revenue Growth: Investments in store expansion and modernization drive increases in sales and profits. Business Diversification: The development of online retail and financial services reduces dependence on traditional retail. Sustainable Development: Environmental initiatives and social responsibility enhance the company's appeal for long-term investments. Therefore, X5 Group's strategic ...