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Internet Initiatives Development Fund (IIDF): The Leading Russian Accelerator for Startups

... development support, and assistance in attracting investments. Financing and Participation Conditions: Startups can receive investments of up to 25 million rubles in exchange for equity. Participants also gain access to experts and mentors who help accelerate ... ... Startups work with experienced entrepreneurs and specialists who assist in improving business models, developing go-to-market strategies, and preparing for subsequent fundraising. Incubation Program IIDF's incubation program is designed for nascent startups ...

News on Startups and Venture Investments - Tuesday, June 17, 2025: Fintech Unicorns and IPO Resurgence Revitalize the Market

On June 17, 2025, the world of startups and venture investments witnessed numerous significant events. The fintech sector saw the emergence of new unicorns, continuing the trend of capital influx. Venture funds have ramped up their activities, and IPOs have made a strong return to the market. We will explore ...

Venture Investments in Russia: 23% Decline in 2024 and Future Prospects

... will be in demand over the coming years. Creation of New Ecosystems. Venture funds can play a crucial role in forming local ecosystems to support startups. Comment from Sergey Tereshkin, General Director of Open Oil Market “The 23% decline in venture investments is a troubling signal for the entire economy. However, the crisis provides an opportunity to rethink development strategies. The key task is to create conditions where innovations can survive and thrive. This requires not only government support but also the active involvement of private investors ready to invest in promising projects.” Conclusion The year 2024 ...

Cryptocurrency News - Friday, August 1, 2025

... central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) into their networks. These steps by established financial players demonstrate that digital assets are becoming an integral part of the mainstream global finance. Such examples of capital infusions and changes in strategies among major players enhance the legitimacy of cryptocurrencies in the eyes of the market. Whereas previously, participation in crypto assets was largely confined to specialized funds and technology enthusiasts, now media corporations, traditional investment funds, and Wall Street veterans are joining them. This creates a new level of trust and is likely to lead to further capital inflow from traditional financial spheres. Infrastructure and Technology: Mining, DeFi, and Ecosystem Development Alongside ...

Cryptocurrency News — Thursday, July 31, 2025: Bitcoin Surpasses $120,000, Soft Tone from the Fed and Support for the Crypto Industry in the U.S.

... integration of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) into their networks. These steps by recognized financial players indicate that digital assets are becoming an integral part of the mainstream global finance. Such examples of capital inflows and shifts in strategies by major players enhance the legitimacy of cryptocurrencies in the eyes of the market. Where participation in crypto-assets was previously limited mainly to specialized funds and tech enthusiasts, it is now joined by media corporations, traditional investment funds, and Wall Street veterans. This forms a new level of trust and is likely to lead to further capital inflows from traditional financial spheres. Infrastructure and Technologies: Mining, DeFi, and Ecosystem Development Alongside the rise ...