🚀 TON has selected the global payment company OpenPayd to facilitate its international operations with fiat currencies.

🇮🇳 India has significantly increased its exports in November, defying Trump's tariffs. This rise in trade activity may strengthen India's position in ongoing discussions with the United States. For more details, visit RTRS.

⚠️✴️🇺🇸 Nakamoto, formerly known as KindlyMD, is facing delisting risk from Nasdaq due to a significant drop in its stock value, reflecting a common trend among many crypto firms. The company has six months, until June 8, to boost its stock price above $1, or it will be delisted. For more information, visit max.

🚨🛢️🇷🇺 Oil prices in Russia have reached their lowest level since the onset of the special military operation, according to Bloomberg. The decline is attributed to increased pressure from Western sanctions. For more details, visit here. Additional insights can be found at max.

⚡️ Elvira Nabiullina has made an urgent statement regarding the current economic situation in Russia. The announcement comes amidst growing concerns over financial stability. For more details, visit max.

🌟 The symbol featuring the letter B with vertical stripes made its debut in the 1991 game Space Quest IV, representing the in-game currency known as Buckazoids. Interestingly, the official BTC logo was introduced 18 years later.

🚀 In 2025, early investors reaped significant rewards as three companies saw remarkable returns before their IPOs. Anthropic led the way with a staggering 576% increase, followed by Kraken at 374% and OpenAI at 253%. As debates around AI's role in the economy continue, qualified investors are exploring opportunities. Investment in foreign securities is limited to these qualified individuals. For insights on current investment options through a licensed Russian broker, visit here.

📊 A December survey by BofA among global fund managers reveals that the cash level in portfolios has hit a record high of 3.3%, indicating a strong long position in risk assets. Equity allocation is at its highest since February 2022, while commodity market allocation also reaches a peak since the same month. The Bull & Bear indicator has risen to 7.9, nearing a sell signal. The long position in the "magnificent seven" stocks remains the most crowded trade, with the "AI bubble" identified as the biggest risk for markets.

⚠️🇺🇸 Pfizer shares fell by 2% following the company's disappointing forecasts for 2026.

🇺🇸 Kraft Heinz will have a new CEO starting January 1, 2026.

🌟🇺🇸 Visa is set to launch stablecoin settlements for US banks, starting with USDC. This initiative aims to enhance transaction efficiency and broaden the use of cryptocurrencies in traditional banking systems. For more details, visit the full article here.

🎬 Filmmaker James Cameron, known for blockbuster hits like "Terminator," "Titanic," and "Avatar," has officially become a billionaire, according to Forbes.

🚨 Elon Musk has started funding Republican campaigns ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, according to Axios.

🍬 A significant surplus of sugar has emerged in Russia. Forbes investigates whether grandmothers stocked up during the highs. For more details, visit the full article here. For updates, check max.

🇺🇦 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addressed the Dutch parliament, stating that Russia is a negative force and accusing President Vladimir Putin of constant dishonesty.

📱 Analysts at Counterpoint predict that the average price of smartphones will increase by 6.9% by 2026.

💰 Microfinance organizations (MFOs) in Russia will be prohibited from issuing new loans to individuals until their previous loans are fully repaid, according to the Central Bank of Russia. This measure aims to regulate lending practices and protect consumers from accumulating debt. For more details, visit the Central Bank's official announcement here.

🇺🇸 Bessent announced that a new head of the Fed is likely to be announced in early January 2026.

🇺🇸 Bessent stated that the Supreme Court's decision on Trump's tariffs is likely to be made in early January.

🌍 Drugs are flowing from the Asian East through Russia and Belarus into "enlightened Europe," according to Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko in an interview with Newsmax TV. He emphasized that the demand for drugs in Europe is significant, which drives the trade. Additionally, he noted that synthetic drugs are being sent in the opposite direction, from EU countries.

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🎉 On December 17, the Ministry of Finance of the Russian Federation will hold auctions for the placement of OFZ 26253 and 26251.