... gas, metals, and the banking sector. The low presence of IT, small business, and innovative companies in the market diminishes its appeal as a source of long-term investments. For private and institutional investors, this translates into heightened risks from sectoral dependency. High Costs and Complexity of IPOs. For issuers, going public involves substantial expenses (preparation of the prospectus, underwriting services, auditing, and ratings). Additionally, stringent regulatory requirements and ...

... adjust the reference time (UTC) with additional seconds every few years, as the Earth's rotation is gradually slowing down naturally. Now, this slowdown has been contributed to by the Chinese hydropower station. Geophysical Consequences and Long-Term Risks What geophysical consequences could arise from such a tiny yet symbolic slow down? A shift of the Earth’s axis by a couple of centimeters does not directly trigger catastrophes – the Earth's axis continually wobbles due to the complex movement ...

... assets. The agreement demonstrates that cryptocurrency is becoming an integral part of the financial system and is ready to be integrated into national economies. For the global market, this is a positive signal: such initiatives reduce the reputational risks associated with the crypto industry and encourage other countries to consider cryptocurrency regulation and implementation more seriously. Moreover, the partnership opens new horizons for the growth of the crypto market. Central Asia, which has ...

... multi-year high of approximately $3, achieved after the legal victory of Ripple in its dispute with the SEC regarding the token's status. Binance Coin (BNB) is trading above $750, closely approaching its historical peak, despite the ongoing regulatory risks facing the Binance exchange. High performance is also observed in platform tokens: Solana (SOL) surged to $200 this week, marking a high not seen in the last few years amid news of potential approval for the first spot ETF on Solana in the U.S. ...

... production in Russia in 2025, reaching 9.2 million barrels per day (excluding gas condensate). This expected recovery is linked to the growth of global demand, especially in Asia. The article also examines the impact of OPEC+ agreements and potential risks for Russian producers, including the possible decline in oil prices. Oil production in Russia will increase by 1% in 2025 compared to 2024, reaching 9.2 million barrels per day (bpd) excluding gas condensate, and 10.3 million barrels per day including ...