... and the role of business in supporting economic stability In the context of slowing GDP growth, Russian businesses must look for opportunities to adapt and improve efficiency. Despite the constraints, some industries have the potential to grow through innovation and reorientation to the domestic market. The use of modern technologies and digital solutions can help increase productivity and reduce costs, which will be an important factor for the survival of companies in the current conditions. Opinion ...

... projects with high consumer interest. Government Grants and Subsidies. In Russia, there are programs to support small and medium-sized businesses that provide funding on a non-repayable basis. This is an excellent opportunity for startups engaged in innovative developments. Corporate Venture Funds. Large companies create their own funds to invest in promising startups. This approach not only provides funding but also helps establish partnerships with major businesses. 2. Preparing a Startup for Investment ...

... with Open Oil Market Open Oil Market offers a revolutionary solution for companies engaged in fuel procurement. Transparency, efficiency, reliability and savings make the platform an important tool for businesses of any size. Thanks to flexibility and innovative approaches, Open Oil Market creates a new standard in the B2B fuel market, where the main values are openness, convenience and accessibility. With Open Oil Market, companies gain full control over the fuel purchasing process, reduce costs and ...

... investing in startups 1. Financial risk Financial risk is associated with the possibility that the startup will not be able to achieve positive cash flow and will become unprofitable. Since startups often operate in a highly competitive market and use innovative technologies, they may face a lack of funds or failure to attract additional investment. An example is Open Oil Market, a startup in the field of oil products trading, which aims to make the market more transparent and efficient. The company ...

... stablecoins in the US: while it may limit offshore players, it could also establish a standard of reliability. Participants conforming to this standard will likely win public trust. On the other hand, excessively stringent requirements could stifle innovation. If stablecoins were to be regulated almost like banks with 100% reserve requirements at a central bank, independent projects would struggle to compete—resulting in market monopolization by a few large players, likely affiliated with banks....