... contracts to automate insurance payouts. Uranium Digital (AI, Seed $6.1M): Developing neural networks for integration with decentralized platforms. Their portfolio highlights the growing interest in insurance via DeFi, which could become a key growth driver for the entire industry. 9. 1kx: Strategic Investments at the Intersection of DeFi and Incubators The 1kx fund (Avg. Retail ROI: 71x) focuses on: Inco (Blockchain, Strategic $15M): Targeting corporate data storage solutions on the blockchain. Camp ...

... corporate lending growth in 2025 has been adjusted to 9–12% (previously 8–13%). Although companies are borrowing more actively than households, business credit activity has also decreased compared to last year. Mortgage lending, which has been a driver of the credit market in recent years, has also slowed. According to the Central Bank, the volume of banks' mortgage portfolios is expected to grow by only 3–6% in 2025 (forecast down from 3–8%). Government-supported subsidy programs continue ...

... portfolio diversification and global market entry strategies. Key Companies with High Dependence on the Chinese Market (Apple, Tesla, Nike, Starbucks, Qualcomm, etc.) Apple (AAPL). For the technology giant Apple, China has long been one of the primary drivers of iPhone sales growth. In the fourth quarter of 2023, Apple’s revenue in China fell by 13% year-over-year to $20.8 billion, attributed to strong promotions from local competitors and more subdued consumer demand. Additionally, about 80% of ...

... the situation: In her view, the cryptocurrency market is currently experiencing a natural decline following a sharp rise. Hopes for a rapid increase in BTC prices in the coming months may not materialize—quick accelerations are improbable until new drivers emerge. Meme coins and AI tokens: The industry exploded with the success of meme tokens (such as those associated with the Trump family) and a surge of interest in AI tokens. These hype-driven assets attracted significant liquidity, although they ...

... capital into spot Bitcoin ETFs in the U.S.: in recent days, total investments in these funds have risen by tens of millions of dollars, reflecting sustained interest from large investors. Even after a slight pullback phase, Bitcoin remains the main driver of the crypto market, accounting for over half of the total market capitalization. The dynamics of BTC largely set the tone for the rest of the market, and Bitcoin's stability bolsters confidence in all digital assets. Ethereum and Altcoin Growth ...