... special "Innovation Territory" was organized for the first time, where startups in which the Roscongress Foundation invested together with private co-investors are being showcased. This step demonstrates the authorities' desire to stimulate cooperation ... ... develop technologies. Despite the difficult environment, individual deals are still happening in the region. For example, the fintech startup Investbanq from Kazakhstan recently attracted about $3 million, and the Russian company ARS Smart Robotics received ...

... President's directive, a special IPO regime for high-tech companies in priority industries is planned. This could involve software developers, digital platforms, advanced manufacturing, and biotechnology. Potential issuers may include large private fintech companies and internet giants (e.g., Ozon, Yandex, Tinkoff), provided the political conditions allow for their stock offerings. Financial Sector and Investment Funds. The listing of additional banks, insurance, and investment firms (including through the fragmentation of existing holdings) could yield significant capitalization growth. Possible issuers could include large private banks and leasing ...

... this, business and the state must increase total expenditures on research and development (R&D) to at least 2% of GDP by 2030. Investments in technology are already yielding results: over the past two years, the number of applications for patent registrations ... ... designated in the speech as strategic priorities. For investors, this means state support for projects in the IT sector, e-commerce, fintech, and any initiatives aimed at increasing the country’s technological independence. Defense Industry and Integration ...

... regulation to the integration of digital assets into traditional finance—and analyzes the related opportunities and risks from an investment perspective. Regulation: Eliminating Uncertainty The report reflects a radical departure from the previous policy focused ... ... encountered in recent years. There have been instances where banks refused to service accounts for cryptocurrency exchanges and fintech firms or abruptly severed ties with them due to fears of regulatory repercussions. The new U.S. strategy aims to end this ...

... and increase market legitimacy. Existing cryptocurrency funds are recording record inflows — significant amounts are being invested in both Bitcoin-based funds and those focused on ether and other top assets. Traditional exchanges and banks are also ... ... that the positions of crypto-oriented companies are being strengthened in traditional capital markets: for example, Block (a fintech giant led by Jack Dorsey) was included in the S&P 500 index, replacing another corporation after a series of mergers. ...