... Successful IPOs and large rounds demonstrate that the bottom of the downturn has passed, and investors are ready to take risks with their capital again. However, caution persists: preference is given to startups with sustainable business models, solid economics, and a clear path to profitability. The substantial influx of funds into the AI, fintech, and cybersecurity sectors instills confidence in further market growth, but venture funds simultaneously pay increased attention to diversification and ...

... flowing mainly into projects deemed the most promising and institutionally prepared. Major Investors and Companies in the Crypto Market The growing trust in cryptocurrencies is confirmed by the actions of well-known investors and corporations. Major economic players are betting on digital assets, thereby strengthening the market trend: Trump Media & Technology Group (the media holding of former U.S. President Donald Trump) disclosed the acquisition of Bitcoin worth $2 billion. According to the company,...

... and the CIS: Local Focus Amid Global Trends Despite external constraints, active steps are being taken in Russia and neighboring countries to develop their own startup ecosystems while keeping global trends in mind. At the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF-2025), a new venture fund from PSB Bank was announced in collaboration with partners—targeting a volume of around 12 billion rubles, the funds will support dual-use projects (drones, AI, robotics, and other high-tech areas). In ...

.... Russia and CIS: A Local Focus Amid Global Trends Despite external constraints, active steps are being taken in Russia and neighboring countries to develop their own startup ecosystems in line with global trends. At the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF-2025), a new venture fund from PSB Bank was announced in partnership with others — targeting around 12 billion rubles, funds are planned to support dual-use projects (drones, AI, robotics, and other advanced areas). In addition ...