Economy. Investments. IPO
In recent weeks, cryptocurrencies and traditional financial instruments (TradFi) have intensified their momentum amid growing investor interest. The combination of strong corporate earnings from leaders in the semiconductor sector and rapid progress in artificial intelligence is fuelling interest in risk assets. In this context, we see a rise in the shares of giants such as Micron Technology and AMD, as well as positive dynamics 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 examine in detail how this synergy of technology and finance is affecting the market.
Recent changes in the fuel market evoke mixed emotions among motorists and experts. Despite record payments to oil companies from the budget, petrol prices continue to rise, creating tension at fuel stations across the country. The situation at gas stations is becoming increasingly critical, and many are questioning what the future holds for the fuel market. In our review, we will analyze the current situation, explore the reasons behind the price increase, and attempt to understand what steps are being taken to stabilize the market. We will also investigate how the current situation affects consumers and what actions the authorities are taking to address the issue.
On Saturday, October 17, 2026, a significant event unfolded in the oil and gas and energy sectors. The International Energy Agency (IEA) announced the release of diesel from strategic reserves to stabilize the market and meet short-term demand. This decision was a response to the increasing uncertainty stemming from recent events in the Strait of Hormuz, where a series of attacks led to supply instability. In light of these developments, oil prices closed the week above $105 per barrel. The IEA's move emphasizes the seriousness of the situation and raises important questions about the future of energy security amid global changes. This article will delve into the reasons behind this decision, analyze the current market situation, and assess possible developments in the oil and gas sector.
In this episode, Sergey Tereshkin and investor Mikhail Dubnov, partner at Brio Capital, break down what really happens to a company when big money comes in. We discuss why the scaling stage is a completely different game from starting from scratch, and how the founder's life, management, analytics, and team change after the deal.
In this release, Sergey Tereshkin and investor Andrey Rezinkin delve into AI startups: how to select promising projects and profit from investments in AI. We discuss real examples such as OpenAI, ChatGPT, voice recognition, and DepTech, as well as trends like AGI and lifestyle AI applications.