... expand access to funding for startups and demonstrate investors’ belief in the long-term growth of the market. Russia and the CIS: Local Trends Against the Background of a Global Rise Against the backdrop of a global venture boom, Russia and neighboring ... ... their own startup ecosystem dynamics. Limited access to Western capital and sanctions barriers are holding back the inflow of investment, but government agencies and local businesses are looking for new ways to support innovation. At the St. Petersburg ...

... received a valuation of around $1.5 billion, becoming a new "unicorn" in the region. In the UAE and Qatar, funds are being established for investments in fintech, artificial intelligence, and infrastructure projects. The venture market in the CIS is also reviving: local funds and corporations are beginning to invest more actively in their startups, and the state is launching targeted initiatives. For instance, in Russia, the creation of a specialized fund worth several billion rubles is being discussed with participation from the Center for Unmanned Systems ...

... Emirates have created favorable conditions for the industry: Dubai has a specialized regulator (VARA) and a cryptocurrency business licensing system, attracting major blockchain companies to the region. Saudi Arabia and other states in the region are investing in blockchain projects and infrastructure, eager to keep pace in the new technological race. Russia and CIS: In Russia, a ban on the use of cryptocurrencies as a means of payment is still in effect (in place since 2021), and authorities plan to introduce significant fines for transactions in digital currencies starting in 2026 (for individuals — starting ...

... relatively stable dynamics, while unexpected deviations could provoke capital reallocation and increased volatility. Investors in the CIS countries should keep a close eye on the news of the day. A careful analysis of macroeconomic indicators (such as PMI, inflation ... ... assessment of corporate results, will help timely identify emerging trends. When necessary, it is advisable to promptly adjust the investment portfolio, considering new risks or opportunities. By maintaining a diversified approach and relying on fundamental ...

... Emirates is creating favorable conditions for the industry: Dubai has a dedicated regulator (VARA) and a licensing system for crypto businesses, attracting large blockchain companies to the region. Saudi Arabia and other countries in the region are investing in blockchain projects and infrastructure, striving to keep up in the new technological race. Russia and CIS: In Russia, a ban on the use of cryptocurrencies as a means of payment (in place since 2021) remains, with authorities planning to introduce heavy fines for transactions in digital currencies starting in 2026 (for individuals—100,000 rubles; for ...