... digital currencies starting in 2026 (for individuals — starting from 100,000 rubles; for companies — starting from 700,000 rubles). At the same time, the Russian regulator is promoting the implementation of a digital ruble (CBDC) and discussing limited use of private cryptocurrencies in foreign trade transactions, reflecting a cautious but step-by-step approach towards the industry. Other CIS countries also demonstrate a balance: authorities are keen to develop blockchain technologies while ...

... ROI (Return on Investment) metrics compared to other financial assets. In 2020, Bitcoin outperformed gold, stocks, oil, and other assets. Bitcoin is the world's first cryptocurrency. Bitcoins act as a hedge against inflation. The number of Bitcoins is limited, which adds to their value. Cons They are extremely volatile, and price drops can be dramatic due to low liquidity relative to other assets. Bitcoins may face significant regulatory restrictions in the coming years. Bitcoins could potentially ...

... million barrels per day, exceeding the established quota (9.05 million) by approximately 140,000 barrels. Several other large producers (Saudi Arabia, Iraq, UAE, Kuwait) are also exceeding quotas, while some participants (e.g., Nigeria) remain below their limits. From April to July 2025, the total OPEC+ quota increased by 411,000 barrels per day each month, with a one-time increase of another 548,000 barrels per day expected in August. Additionally, there are signals of increased supply from Venezuela: ...

... unfolding simultaneously. The outcome of these processes will largely define the conditions of global energy resource trading. Investors are closely watching whether the economic benefits of new export agreements outweigh the potential negatives of sanction limitations—this will determine the long-term supply-demand relationship in global oil and gas markets. Electricity and Renewables: Record Consumption and Growth of “Green” Generation Unusual weather this summer is setting new records in the energy ...

... platform (where fees are minimal), whereas USDC is more widespread in the regulated financial services segment, DeFi, and among Western institutional investors due to its transparency reputation. After the exit of the BUSD stablecoin (Binance's project limited the issuance of BUSD in 2023 under regulatory pressure), market shares redistributed in favor of USDT and USDC, with both issuers picking up BUSD users and strengthening their positions. An important indicator is the market share of USDC relative ...