... is particularly valuable in the multi-chain ecosystem. Towns (Social, Seed $10M): An innovative social platform aimed at decentralized user interaction. From a fundamental analysis perspective, a16z’s projects aim to address pressing technological issues (e.g., throughput, interoperability), ensuring their relevance to both developers and corporate clients. 2. Paradigm: Innovations in Infrastructure and Payments Paradigm is known for its focus on cutting-edge technology, especially blockchain infrastructure ...

... over the week – the easing of tariff risks has offset the impact of high rates and weak external demand. Asia: Stimulus in China and Sustained Growth in India Asian markets are showing mixed dynamics, reflecting the contradictions between internal issues and an improving external backdrop. In China, signs of economic slowdown are evident: the industrial PMI in July fell below 50 again (to about 49.5), signaling a contraction in manufacturing activity for the second consecutive month. Weak external ...

... institutional investors as purchasers of IPOs was significant in 2021–2023, but scaling up placements will require broad diversification of the issuer base. Experts estimate that to double market capitalization, an additional ₽8 trillion in stocks must be issued (i.e., averaging around ₽1.3 trillion annually). Promising Industries and Issuers by 2030 To achieve the targeted level of doubled capitalization, the market must open access to new segments of the economy and bring not only state sector giants ...

... a different price. 4. Determining the volume of shares to be placed and the structure of the transaction Underwriters help the company determine how many shares should be placed on the stock exchange and in what format. For example, this could be an issue of new shares to raise capital or a sale of shares of existing shareholders. They also develop the structure of the transaction and offer optimal conditions for attracting investors. 5. Legal and regulatory support Underwriters help the company ...

... with obesity than similarly situated male candidates. Even a slight “extra” weight in a woman can pose a much greater obstacle to employment than for an equally qualified man. This gender imbalance in the impact of appearance is part of a broader issue of inequality that efforts are being made to address at the policy and corporate standards level. How to Mitigate the Influence of Biases Recognizing that beauty and charisma invisibly influence decisions encourages companies to seek ways to make ...