... approximately $2.5 billion. Overall, the growth in M&A activity indicates that corporations prefer to acquire innovations before they go public, offering venture investors much-awaited "exits." Consolidation of Venture Funds and New Players Interestingly, the growth ... ... a fund of several billion rubles to invest in early-stage startups in autonomous systems and artificial intelligence. These initiatives show that, despite the concentration of capital among large VC firms, fresh money and expertise are flowing into the ...

... Despite restrictions, new funds and initiatives are being launched to develop local startup ecosystems, attracting investor attention to the region. IPO Market Revitalized: "Window of Opportunity" for Listings Remains Open The global primary public offering market has revived after a long lull and continues to gain momentum. In Asia, Hong Kong has initiated a new wave of IPOs: several large tech companies have successfully gone public in recent weeks, collectively raising multibillion-dollar amounts. In the U.S., a notable event was the IPO listing of the design platform Figma: during its IPO, ...

... propose disclosure standards and exemptions for crypto assets. The regulator intends to collaborate with companies wishing to offer tokenized securities (stocks and funds on the blockchain). These steps signify a fundamental shift towards a more flexible approach and represent a significant victory for an industry long advocating for clear regulations. The SEC's initiative followed shortly after the publication of the Presidential Working Group on Digital Assets report, which urged regulators to "immediately allow the ...

... conditions. 3rd Anniversary of Rivian Automotive IPO: Shares of Rivian Automotive ($RIVN) are trading approximately 85% below their initial IPO price, marking three years since the company went public. Nasdaq Short-Term Interest Rate Report (00:00 MSK): Nasdaq will release its short-term interest rate outlook, providing ... ... indices are critical indicators of investor sentiment. Weak sentiment could negatively impact the euro, while strong readings may offer support. The U.S. PPI reflects inflation trends in the manufacturing sector, which may influence the dollar and Fed rate ...

... investments from leading venture capitalists and rapidly grew into a company with millions of users worldwide. Today, Dropbox is a public company, with shares traded on the NASDAQ. Airbnb Founded in 2008, Airbnb also went through the Y Combinator program. The startup offered an innovative way to rent accommodations, changing the landscape of tourism and the hospitality industry. With the help of Y Combinator, Airbnb was able to secure initial investments, develop its product, and expand into international markets. Today, the company operates in over 190 countries ...