... favorable terms to venture funds. Focus on Long-Term Prospects. Investments in technology remain relevant, especially in sectors that will be in demand over the coming years. Creation of New Ecosystems. Venture funds can play a crucial role in forming local ecosystems to support startups. Comment from Sergey Tereshkin, General Director of Open Oil Market “The 23% decline in venture investments is a troubling signal for the entire economy. However, the crisis provides an opportunity to rethink development strategies. The key ...

... with invested companies: Minority Investments – the fund is prepared to support projects while maintaining control for the founders. Full Buyout – in case the founders wish to sell the business and start a new project. Integration into the R-Vision Ecosystem – some startups may become part of the existing product portfolio of the company. The main selection criterion is the scalability of the product. R-Vision VC is focused on solutions that are in demand not only in Russia but also abroad. The fund does not consider ...

... personal money and often provide not only financial support, but also share their experience, connections and knowledge, helping the startup develop and grow. Characteristics and role of a business angel Business angels play an important role in the startup ecosystem, as they provide financing at a stage when traditional sources, such as banks, may not offer lending due to the high level of risk. Business angels, as a rule, have entrepreneurial experience, which they can use to support a startup not only ...

... advanced zk-algorithm developments. 1kx differentiates itself from competitors by actively collaborating with incubators to provide startups not only with capital but also with expert resources for rapid growth. 10. Mechanism Capital: Infrastructure and Finance ... ... decentralized services. Despite a more modest yield, Mechanism Capital selects stable projects focused on the core needs of the ecosystem: scalability, usability, and security. 11. Maelstrom: Prospects in AI and Fintech Maelstrom (Avg. Retail ROI: 8.29x) ...

... developing, attracting new investors and fostering the growth of local companies. Pre-IPO offers large Russian firms the opportunity to raise capital for further growth and access to international markets. Concurrently, venture capital actively supports the startup ecosystem, facilitating the emergence of innovative companies and job creation. A Practical Perspective on Investment Choices As an entrepreneur and founder of Open Oil Market , I see value in both pre-IPO and venture capital investments. Each of these ...