... 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 ...

... diversification, given Ripple's successful development in the cross-border payment space. XRP’s recognition is also expanding internationally. In Japan, financial conglomerate SBI Holdings has announced plans to apply for an ETF that would uniquely combine ... ... Dogecoin (DOGE) : The most well-known meme cryptocurrency continues to hold a place in the top ten, although its price has been relatively stable of late. The movement of DOGE's price is still largely driven by community sentiment and media mentions. The ...

... hopes for the resilience of consumer spending despite high inflation. At the same time, the GfK consumer confidence index in the UK dipped slightly (to -19 points from -18 in June), reflecting continuing household caution. A key theme in Europe remains international trade relations. In light of new challenges in global trade, an increasing number of companies mention the impact of tariffs and barriers in their reports. The focus is on negotiations between the USA and the European Union. President Donald Trump's administration ...

... public property for personal purposes, or the manipulation of public contracts. 3. Nepotism Giving preferential treatment to relatives or friends in appointments or allocation of resources. This undermines the principles of meritocracy and good governance.... ... This may take the form of unfair distribution of resources, contracts, or opportunities. The scale of the problem According to international organizations, the scale of corruption is truly impressive: Transparency International estimates that the annual ...