... Infrastructure and Payments Paradigm is known for its focus on cutting-edge technology, especially blockchain infrastructure and financial applications: Nous Research (AI, Series A $50M): Developing solutions at the intersection of artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency, enabling the automation of analytical and trading processes. Privy (Infrastructure, Funding $15M): Offering tools for data security and privacy, critical in the age of high hacking risks. Mesh (Payments, Series B $82M): Aiming to simplify ...

... primary risk is fluctuations in the ruble exchange rate. If the ruble strengthens, dollar deposits will return with a loss in rubles. However, if the ruble falls, foreign assets provide additional income. Alternatives. The risks and complexities of cryptocurrencies and private real estate exceed the scope of this article. Cryptocurrencies can be mentioned as "high-risk with potential high yields," but they are less relevant for beginners. Real estate requires substantial sums and patience,...

The days when large Wall Street banks demonized or ridiculed Bitcoin are long gone. The days when major Wall Street banks demonized or ridiculed Bitcoin are long gone. In one form or another, all major U.S. banks are now addressing cryptocurrency issues. In December, CoinDesk reported, citing several insiders, that Goldman Sachs is currently exploring how Bitcoin can be used as collateral for loans to institutional investors—without the need to own the coins. Investors will deposit ...

... funds and private investors seeking to strengthen technological sovereignty. For example, the American company Anduril, specializing in defense solutions with elements of AI, has raised significant funds to scale its production and develop new products. Cryptocurrency Industry: after the correction of 2022–2023, the crypto market is showing new signs of life. Venture deals in the blockchain sector are once again emerging, although investors are acting selectively — primarily financing infrastructure ...

... startups (including payment service Stripe and social platform Reddit) are eyeing the public market in the second half of 2025, considering the favorable market conditions. Even companies from the crypto industry are targeting public offerings. The cryptocurrency custody service BitGo has announced the submission of a confidential listing application, reflecting a resurgence of investor interest even in previously depressed segments of the digital assets sector. Furthermore, notable listings are ...