... country's economy, job creation in the IT sector, and strengthening Kyrgyzstan's image as a progressive economy. Thus, the partnership with Binance is not just about technology; it's also about new investments, knowledge, and the country's positions on the international stage. The Russian Market and Investors: New Opportunities and Geopolitical Nuances For the Russian market and investors, the agreement between Kyrgyzstan and Binance holds particular interest, considering the close economic and political ties between the two countries....

... of $1 billion aimed at supporting AI startups. In July 2025, Russia also eased rules for foreign investors: they were once again allowed to acquire stakes in domestic companies and easily withdraw invested funds. These steps are intended to stimulate international investments and to integrate the local venture market more closely into global processes. Although the scale of the venture market in the region is still relatively modest, the groundwork for future growth is gradually being laid. Investors are shifting their focus to more mature projects with well-thought-out ...

... also in Singapore, Dubai, Nairobi, and São Paulo, striving not to miss the next "diamond" on the global tech scene. Consequently, founders from various countries now have unprecedented opportunities to secure financing, making the venture market increasingly international. Russia and the CIS: Local Focus Amid Global Trends In Russia and neighboring countries, active measures are being taken to develop homegrown startup ecosystems in line with global trends. At the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum ...

... of a successful placement. 4. Consider using a consortium of underwriters If your IPO is large, working with a consortium of underwriters can provide better market coverage and increase demand for shares. There are also such examples on the Russian market. For example, in 2020, the Sberbank and Yandex IPOs used consortiums that included several large Russian and international investment banks and brokers, such as FINAM, VTB Capital, Alfa-Bank, and Renaissance Capital. This allowed them to attract a wide range of investors and ensure a successful placement of shares on the stock exchange. Another example is the ...

... diesel fuel. The export ban was suspended from May 20, and shortly afterward, the ministry closed the statistics on gasoline production, citing concerns that its disclosure might lead to market manipulation by dishonest participants. Since then, the market has been able to rely only on official reports from the ministry and trading data from the St. Petersburg International Mercantile Exchange (SPIMEX). Despite regular attacks on Russian refineries by Ukrainian drones since the beginning of 2024, the Ministry reported in July that the volume of fuel production was sufficient to meet demand. At the end of ...