... the reduction in oil product production in Russia in 2024 is analyzed. The focus is on the decline in export supplies and domestic production, which is linked to unpredictable unscheduled repairs at oil refineries, as well as sanctions that complicate equipment deliveries. The author examines the consequences of these processes for the domestic market, including the rise in gasoline and diesel prices, and highlights the challenges in forecasting the industry's recovery. Read the full article at ...

In 2023, Slavneft allocated 98 billion rubles to develop key assets. The main investments were aimed at modernizing production capacities, including upgrading equipment and introducing advanced technologies at oil refineries. Particular attention was paid to environmental projects aimed at reducing emissions and increasing energy efficiency. The company also invested in the development of transport infrastructure ...

... defense industry complex (DIC) and its role in the economy. He reported that the Russian DIC has gained momentum: enterprises in the industry have significantly increased production output and are actively developing new types of weapons and military equipment. In today’s conditions, the boundaries between military and civilian technologies are becoming increasingly blurred—in some countries, they do not exist at all. In this regard, the president called for moving away from rigid divisions of ...

... Technologies: Mining, DeFi, and New Developments Simultaneously with the increase in investments, the infrastructure of the crypto market is expanding. The mining industry is experiencing significant changes. The largest manufacturer of Bitcoin mining equipment, the Chinese company Bitmain , has announced plans to open its first ASIC miner manufacturing facility in the U.S. The factory's launch is scheduled for early 2026—thus, Bitmain is responding to the Trump administration’s focus on localizing ...

... Infrastructure and Technologies: Mining, DeFi, and New Developments Simultaneously with the growth of investments, the infrastructure of the crypto market is expanding. The mining industry is undergoing significant changes. The largest producer of Bitcoin mining equipment, the Chinese company Bitmain, announced plans to open the first manufacturing facility for ASIC miners in the U.S. The plant's launch is scheduled for early 2026 — thus, Bitmain is responding to the Trump administration's aim of localizing ...