Economy. Investments. IPO
In recent weeks, cryptocurrencies and traditional financial instruments (TradFi) have strengthened their momentum amid growing investor interest. A combination of strong corporate earnings from leaders in the semiconductor sector and rapid progress in artificial intelligence are fuelling interest in risk assets. In this context, there is notable growth in the shares of giants such as Micron Technology and AMD, as well as a positive trend in cryptocurrency markets, led by Bitcoin and Ether. New investment opportunities are attracting both large institutional funds and retail investors in the CIS, shaping new portfolio strategies. In this article, we will examine in detail how this synergy of technology and finance is affecting the market.
In today's world, many organizations and businesses face the need to optimize their operations and enhance efficiency. Among such approaches, the practice of engaging contractors is becoming increasingly popular. Contractors take on volumes of work, offering a variety of services that can meet the needs of both small enterprises and large corporations. The advantages of such cooperation are obvious: minimizing staffing costs, access to professionals with high levels of expertise, and the ability to respond flexibly to changes in the business environment. However, there are also some risks that need to be considered when choosing a contracting company. In this announcement, we will explore why more companies are opting for contractors and what to consider when selecting such a partner.
On September 10, 2026, global media focused on news from the oil, gas, and energy sectors. Brent crude oil price has surpassed the significant mark of $100 per barrel. This occurred following high-profile events: the US struck Iranian tankers, which has inevitably impacted market dynamics. Simultaneously, gas prices in Europe began to rise—now exceeding $950 per thousand cubic meters—driven by concerns over supply stability and energy security in the region. These events underscore the vulnerability of international energy markets to geopolitical factors and may lead to severe economic repercussions for many countries.
In this episode, Sergey Tereshkin and investor Mikhail Dubnov, partner at Brio Capital Fund, break down what really happens to a company when large sums of money come in. We discuss why the scaling stage is an entirely different game from starting from scratch, and how the founder's life, management, analytics, and team change after the deal.
In this issue, Sergey Tereshkin and investor Andrey Rezinkin explore AI startups: how to select promising projects and profit from investments in AI. They discuss real-life examples such as OpenAI, ChatGPT, voice recognition, and DepTech, as well as trends like AGI and lifestyle AI applications.