... network: the geographic scope of ODL (On-Demand Liquidity – a service using XRP for settlements) is expanding, and new projects are being launched on the XRP Ledger, for instance, related to central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). The prospects for XRP relate to how actively banks and payment systems will use it in real operations. If regulatory barriers are lifted, XRP has the potential to strengthen its role in international settlements. Critics, however, point to competition: on one hand, traditional systems are accelerating their payments (for example, an instant SWIFT equivalent is emerging), while stablecoins are also vying for the niche of fast cross-border ...

... investing in long-term diversification to reduce reliance on single suppliers. A Strategic Power Play in a Complex Market Russia’s decision to halt enriched uranium exports to the US is a strategic move with far-reaching implications for energy markets, international relations, and nuclear energy policies. While the immediate effects are most likely to be felt in the US nuclear sector, the decision resonates globally, signaling a shift towards resource-based leverage in geopolitics. Both Russia and the US, along with ...

... 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 business models while the government is expanding support through IT education, accelerators,...

... class worthy of attention alongside traditional investments. Geopolitics and Investments: A New Phase for the Crypto Industry The partnership between Binance and Kyrgyzstan signifies a new phase where the crypto industry intertwines with the fabric of international economic relations. For global and regional investors, this is a signal that innovations in the cryptocurrency sector are supported at the state level in various parts of the world. Strengthening the legitimacy of digital assets, expanding the geography of crypto ...

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