... price ceilings on oil and ensuring their effectiveness.” Reuters reports, confirmed by the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, that this value will be adjusted every six months, such that the accepted price for Russian oil is 15% lower than the global benchmark. The EU is also imposing sanctions on an additional 105 vessels identified as part of Russia’s “shadow” fleet. As a result, the number of tankers prohibited from entering EU ports and deprived of a wide range of maritime services ...

... coal from Kemerovo to new markets due to the long transport distances," explains Igor Yushkov. "Redirecting coal exports from China to other markets will be difficult. On the one hand, China is the world's largest coal importer, with a global share of 29% in 2023, and no other country currently has a comparable internal market. On the other hand, neighboring India is also focusing on developing 'clean' energy: Prime Minister Modi has repeatedly stated plans to increase renewable energy ...

.... Vigilant oversight is needed to prevent manipulation and protect investors, and any surprise regulatory tightening — such as stricter bank capital requirements for crypto or unfavorable tax changes — could slow the pace of adoption. Meanwhile, global regulators’ attitudes vary; how other major economies approach crypto will influence how smoothly Bitcoin integrates into the traditional financial system. Macroeconomic conditions add another layer of uncertainty. If 2025 brings economic turbulence or shifts in interest rates, risk assets like ...

... price surged to multi-year highs following the news, and the market received a positive precedent. Ripple's successful defense has signaled other crypto projects and marked a reduction in the conflict between the industry and regulators. Regulation: Global Changes The regulatory environment surrounding cryptocurrencies is undergoing notable evolution. In the US, the new SEC leadership is shifting towards a softer approach: following legal setbacks (including the Ripple case), the regulator has become ...