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Startup and Venture Investment News - August 7, 2025: Mega Funds, AI, and Successful IPOs
... Figma's shares soared nearly threefold at the start of trading, confirming strong investor demand for tech listings.
Figma's success has signaled to other unicorns waiting for the right moment to enter the public market. The much-anticipated "window ... ... the emergence of new unicorns beyond AI. Recent examples of large deals from the last few days include:
OpenAI (USA, AI) is negotiating a sale of some employee shares at a valuation of around $500 billion (current valuation ~$300 billion).
Ramp (USA,...
What is SPAC and How is it Used for Going Public?
... experienced investors or businesspeople. The company conducts an IPO to raise capital. Investors purchasing SPAC shares anticipate a successful merger with a promising private company in the future.
Searching for a target company for merger
After capital is raised,... ... traditional IPOs, enabling companies to expeditiously raise capital.
Assurance of transaction valuation
SPAC offers the opportunity to negotiate the merger valuation upfront, reducing uncertainty regarding the company’s valuation. This is essential to avoid stock ...
Skolkovo: One of the Leading Incubators in Russia
... skills and manage their businesses more effectively.
Investment Attraction Program
For Skolkovo residents, there is a program supporting investment attraction. Specialists at the center assist startups in preparing investment presentations, conducting negotiations with potential investors, and closing capital attraction deals.
Examples of Successful Startups That Have Passed Through Skolkovo
Motorica
Motorica
is a Russian company specializing in the production of bionic prosthetics for upper limbs. By becoming a Skolkovo resident, the startup gained access to infrastructure and grants,...
Global Energy Sector News for August 10, 2025: U.S. Threatens China with Tariffs, India Resists Pressure, Oil Market Stabilizes
.... as punishment for Chinese companies’ purchases of Russian oil. Paradoxically, Washington is simultaneously attempting to negotiate a new trade deal with Beijing, demonstrating a mixed strategy of "carrots and sticks." Nonetheless, the very ... ... trends to make timely strategic decisions. The combination of flexibility and foresight in such an environment becomes the key to success for market participants—from oil and gas companies (including NPPs) to power generation and the renewable energy sector....
Energy Sector News, Saturday, July 26, 2025: Brent Around $70, Record Gas Supplies, Market Reaction to Gasoline Export Ban
... balance between positive signals and restraining factors. On one hand, market participants are encouraged by progress in trade negotiations between the U.S. and its partners. This week, Washington reached a trade agreement with Japan, and reports indicate ... ... increased in price. Experts note that the future price trajectory will depend on the duration of the export restrictions and the success of other measures. It is likely that administrative methods will help contain fuel price growth in August–September....