... perspective, a16z’s projects aim to address pressing technological issues (e.g., throughput, interoperability), ensuring their relevance to both developers and corporate clients. 2. Paradigm: Innovations in Infrastructure and Payments Paradigm is known for its focus on cutting-edge technology, especially blockchain infrastructure and financial applications: Nous Research (AI, Series A $50M): Developing solutions at the intersection of artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency, enabling the automation of analytical and trading processes. Privy (Infrastructure, Funding $15M): Offering tools for data security and privacy, critical in the age of high hacking ...

... a digital platform in real time will provide the exact information that will make it possible to profitably purchase one or another product. The market of digital platforms for the oil production and refining industry in the Russian Federation is in its infancy. The available solutions are focused, first of all, on meeting the needs of certain vertically integrated oil companies or have a high barrier to entry, which can constitute an obstacle to the formation of a free and competitive market. Russian and foreign digital platforms,...

... fund affiliated with Rostelecom, was established to support startups related to information security. The fund has a volume of 1.1 billion rubles, with its main goal being to support projects in the early development and scaling stages. Luntry, with its container security solutions, fully aligns with this strategy. The investment from Solar Ventures will help Luntry strengthen its position in the Russian information security market and ensure sustainable growth. Support from Rostelecom may also open access to new corporate ...

... fintech products through the Alfa-Laboratory project. As part of this platform, the bank is developing new digital services for the convenience of users: mobile applications, online banking, and financial management tools. Alfa-Bank also offers business solutions for accepting payments and lending to small businesses. T-Bank (Tinkoff) T Bank is one of the most famous online banks in Russia. It provides a full range of financial services - from lending and current accounts to investments and insurance. Tinkoff Bank operates exclusively through a mobile application and online banking, focusing on user convenience and fast service. Prospects ...

... in Russia, providing coverage of 98% of the country. Fixed communications and Internet: Fiber-optic network and broadband Internet access. Digital products and services: Video services (KinoPoisk, MTS TV). Financial products (MTS Bank, MTS Cashback). IT solutions and cloud technologies (#CloudMTS). Entertainment content: Proprietary platform for video and music streaming. Retail network: More than 5,000 communication stores across the country. Main investment areas: Development of 5G infrastructure: ...