... systems, and gaming platforms. The SOL token is used within the network to pay fees and reward validators who support the blockchain's operation. Moreover, SOL can be staked (delegated to validators) for passive income, contributing to the network's security. Many view Solana as a potential foundation for Web3 applications for the mass market due to its scalability. However, its decentralization is relatively lower than Ethereum's: the number of nodes is smaller, and hardware requirements are higher, which is sometimes criticized by advocates of a purer decentralized approach. Nevertheless,...

... while Asia is experiencing a relative decline in activity. Europe is showing moderate results, and Latin America is demonstrating local growth thanks to specific markets. Here’s a brief overview: North America: Dominates the global venture capital market. In the U.S. and Canada, startups raised approximately $145 billion in the first half of 2025, a 43% increase from the previous year. About $90 billion of these funds were invested in AI projects, securing North America approximately 70% of global venture capital. Europe: Investment volumes in the second quarter of 2025 in Europe remained at the level of the first quarter and were 24% lower than last year. Late-stage investments have declined, ...

... investors and companies better understand the nuances of entering the capital markets in these two countries. 1. Market Regulation and Oversight One of the most significant differences between American and Russian IPOs relates to the regulation of the securities market. American IPO: In the U.S., the regulation of the securities market is enforced by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The SEC imposes strict disclosure requirements, financial reporting scrutiny, and corporate governance standards. Companies ...

... is a model in which the funds of numerous investors are pooled into a single portfolio managed by a professional management firm. This approach allows even those with limited capital to access a diversified set of assets – stocks, bonds, and other securities – by participating in a large fund. Professional managers oversee the combined capital of investors, aiming to enhance investment growth while optimizing the balance between returns and risks. Main Types of Collective Investment Funds The global market offers a wide range of collective investment instruments. The most common types include: Open-End Mutual Funds. Similar to mutual funds, these allow investors to freely buy or sell shares at the current net asset value. Such funds invest in stocks,...

... impacting the Afghan economy (which relies on Pakistani ports). In the Indian Ocean, military actions could jeopardize shipping security in the Arabian Sea—a crucial area for oil transport from the Persian Gulf. In 1971, the Indian navy successfully blocked ... ... would lead to a surge in insurance risks for commercial vessels, a rise in freight prices, and heightened tension in the oil market. The India-Pakistan conflict inevitably also involves the interests of other major powers in the region, which risks drawing ...