... intellectual property protection issues, which is crucial for startups developing new technologies and products. The Skolkovo incubator plays a vital role in the development of startups and the promotion of innovations in Russia. Through its support programs, grants, educational events, and tax incentives, Skolkovo helps entrepreneurs grow faster and enter international markets. Examples of successful companies such as Motorica and VisionLabs, as well as my startup Open Oil Market, demonstrate how the incubator ...

... of the highest rates globally—creating a continuous flow of innovations and talents from universities and the military (almost every major tech company in Israel received a government grant at early stages). In the U.S., funding is provided through programs like SBIR (grants for high-tech small businesses) and agencies like DARPA and NASA—many unicorns have emerged based on these governmental investments in fundamental technologies (for example, SpaceX collaborates with NASA, and OpenAI has received NSF grants, etc....

... Pre-seed – the very initial stage, when there is only an idea or a prototype. The project may not have a finished product or clients. Financing is often carried out from the founders' own funds, funds from families and friends, or through acceleration programs and grants. The amount of investment is small, the main focus is the development of a minimum viable product (MVP) and verification of the concept. Seed – the stage at which the startup already has a prototype or first product and, possibly, first users ...

... situation dictates the need for a more conscious approach to financial decisions, whether related to purchasing a home or making investments. My experience with the Open Oil Market project, which received positive evaluation from Skolkovo and secured a grant under the "University Startups" program, suggests that stable investment opportunities can still be found even in highly volatile conditions. A well-thought-out strategy and a rational approach allow one to achieve significant goals, whether it’s buying property for the family or ...

..., the entrepreneur loses some control over the company, and sometimes part of the profit in the future. When deciding on investments, it is important to legally formalize the relationship and clearly define the rights and obligations of the parties. Grants and government support. Various programs are available for small and medium-sized businesses that can provide financing on a gratuitous or preferential basis. For example, grants for the development of innovations, subsidies for the purchase of equipment, preferential lending at a reduced ...