... regulations for foreign investors in Russia were also relaxed: they were allowed to purchase shares of domestic companies and withdraw funds with ease. These steps aim to stimulate international investments and foster a more integrated local venture capital market within global processes. While the scale of the venture market in the region is still relatively modest, the groundwork for future growth is gradually being laid. Investors are shifting their focus toward more mature projects with proven business ...

... valuations into the multibillion-dollar range, especially in the artificial intelligence sector. Return of major investors and mega-funds. Leading players are launching large-scale venture funds and increasing their investments, once again flooding the market with capital and enhancing the appetite for risk. Industry diversification of investments. Venture capital is being directed not only to AI but also to fintech, climate projects, biotechnology, defense developments, and even crypto-startups, broadening market ...

... the ability to quickly move value between different cryptocurrencies without converting to fiat currency. By May 2025, the significance of USDT has only strengthened, capturing the lion's share of trading volumes on cryptocurrency exchanges, while its market capitalization remains consistently at record levels. For seasoned investors, analyzing USDT's price dynamics is of particular interest, as the stability of this peg and the factors influencing it are directly linked to risks and opportunities in the ...

... receiving support from both government funds and private investors seeking to strengthen their countries' technological sovereignty. Crypto Industry: After a deep correction in 2022–2023, the crypto market is experiencing a new revival. The overall market capitalization of digital assets surpassed $4 trillion, and the flagship Bitcoin has reached a historic high of over $120,000. Against this backdrop, venture deals in the blockchain sector are resuming (though selectively)—primarily focused on investments ...

... rate environment, many investors try to avoid stocks, which leads to a decrease in liquidity in the market. This, in turn, makes it difficult to conduct successful IPOs and leads to a decrease in the value of shares of even large companies. Increasing market capitalization in such conditions will require significant incentives, such as tax breaks for IPO participants or measures to reduce the cost of borrowing. Investor reassessment of risks. A high key rate forces investors to more carefully assess the risks ...