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In February, reports emerged about the possible division of Intel, one of the world's leading microchip manufacturers.

UserGate, a leading Russian developer of cybersecurity solutions, has opened a specialized computer lab with 30 workstations at Gubkin University. This event marks a milestone in the expansion of cooperation between the UserGate Academy and the Russian State University of Oil and Gas named after I.M. Gubkin in the field of information security training.

Small and medium-sized businesses operating in the delivery and field service sector have received new financial opportunities thanks to a special offer from Bank DOM.RF.

Modulbank has launched a new service aimed at comprehensive work with product listings in collaboration with a professional marketplace expert. Now, entrepreneurs can count on comprehensive support in developing a promotion strategy, improving the quality of product listings, and increasing sales through internal advertising tools.

The Largest Exhibition in Central Asia Will Unite Industry Leaders

Internships will be available in finance, marketing and PR, and law

Elektroresheniya, the official representative of the EKF brand in Russia, has introduced EKF Impulse, a solution for organizing electric vehicle charging infrastructure, to the market.

MTS AI has introduced seven innovative artificial intelligence (AI)-based services for the banking sector. The new solutions are developed using the company's own technologies, including the large language model (LLM) Cotype, the WordPulse speech analytics service, and the Audiogram speech synthesis and recognition platform. These developments will enable banks to increase automation, personalize customer interactions, and optimize business processes.

Avito experts summarized smartphone sales in 2024 and recorded a significant increase in demand for new devices. Compared to 2023, sales of new smartphones increased by 29%, and their share on the platform increased from 19% to 24%, which indicates an increasing interest of users in purchasing new gadgets specifically through marketplaces.

M.Video-Eldorado Group has summarized the results of tablet sales in 2024. According to the company's analysis, the demand for tablets in Russia showed steady growth, increasing by 22% in quantitative terms and by 23% in monetary terms compared to 2023.

DOM.RF Bank has expanded the terms of the preferential IT mortgage program to include the possibility of purchasing townhouses. Now, IT professionals working in companies accredited by the Ministry of Digital Development of Russia can apply for a loan not only for the purchase of apartments under construction and individual housing construction (IHS), but also for the purchase of townhouses, provided that the escrow account mechanism is used.

Sber has completed the transition to the Russian privileged access management system BI.ZONE PAM, abandoning foreign counterparts. This decision meets the requirements of regulators regarding the import substitution of critical technologies.

In 2024, Sber provided significant support to Moscow entrepreneurs, providing funding of over 270 billion rubles for small and micro businesses. These funds enabled the implementation of a wide range of business projects, including the launch of new enterprises, the modernization of existing production facilities, and the expansion of companies' activities.

Bank DOM.RF, in collaboration with Moscow IR Accelerator (MIRA), has introduced an investment accelerator program for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), focused on attracting strategic investors, investment funds, and preparing for entry into the stock market. The introductory meeting was attended by more than 100 SME companies, as well as representatives from the Moscow Stock Exchange, investment funds, and management companies.

The global robotics industry has experienced a series of ups and downs in recent years. During the pandemic in 2020, demand for automated systems surged, but by 2022, the market faced a downturn, and 2024 brought stagnation. However, experts are confident that the sector will experience rapid growth in the next five years. The main driver of this process will be AI robotics, which is already becoming a new global technology trend.

More than 20 presentations by experts and business representatives are expected

VTB Bank is expanding opportunities for SME clients by offering holders of premium Mir business cards free and unlimited access to airport and railway station business lounges. The new Mir Pass service will allow cardholders to wait for flights and trains in more than 700 business lounges in Russia and abroad.

The EKF brand presents the mobile version of the EKF Connect Industry analytical IIoT platform. Now you can monitor the status of remote automation objects and even control them directly from your smartphone. The new application can be downloaded for free from the Play Market and App Store.

Former Chairman of the Board of Modulbank Pavel Semenov has headed the Russian neobank “Hice”. To do this, he moved from the position of Chairman of the Board of Modulbank to the position of Advisor, in which he will continue to participate in the strategy and business development. Renat Badakhov, who has been working in the banking sector for more than 20 years, has become the new Chairman of the Board of Modulbank.

The Russian company iRU has announced the launch of sales of the new Strato 15ALI series of executive laptops. These devices are characterized by increased performance, a stylish metal case and are aimed at professionals who need a reliable and functional working solution.

Despite sanctions and the departure of major game developers from the Russian market, esports in Russia continues to grow actively. According to various statistical sources, in 2024, the volume of the esports gaming market in the country reached $43.7 million, which is almost twice the figure for 2022.

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance stated that the Trump administration continues to closely monitor the actions of major tech companies, warning them about the need to respect the constitutional right to freedom of speech. He emphasized that if such companies continue practices that are perceived as censorship of conservatives, they will face consequences.

The EKF electrical equipment brand has expanded its range with the introduction of PRO-Relay programmable relays. These devices are designed for local and small automation systems and occupy an intermediate position between traditional relay automation and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). PRO-Relay allows you to replace relays, timers and counters, simplifying equipment setup and reducing the amount of cable connections.

MegaFon, a telecom operator, has developed a traffic redistribution algorithm in the LTE (4G) network that automatically bypasses interference and maintains stable connection quality. This technology is already being tested in Moscow and has shown significant improvements in network performance.

Aquarius has obtained the status of "Telecommunications Equipment of Russian Origin" (TORP) for eight models of Wi-Fi access points included in the register of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russia. This is an important achievement for the company, which strives to offer customers a full range of IT solutions with guaranteed compatibility and unified technical support.

Electrosolutions, the official representative of the EKF brand in Russia, has opened its first smart home showroom in the NOVA residential complex, which belongs to the premium Samolet Select line from the Samolet Group. The showroom demonstrates the capabilities of smart technologies for comfort and security in modern living spaces.

ENERGON has announced a new product in the field of energy storage and backup: the modular lithium storage SMARTWATT POWER UNIT. This innovative battery is designed for reliable backup power supply, as well as for use in autonomous and hybrid solar power plants.

Following Huawei's success with the Mate XT, information has emerged that Samsung is also preparing a similar device.

VTB Bank has completed a large-scale project to replace the system for collecting, storing, and visualizing metadata with a domestic solution. The new solution, based on Open Metadata (OMD), allows bank employees to quickly find the necessary information, analyze the impact of changes, and improve data quality.

Bank Russian Standard studied the seasonal spending habits of Russians in 2024. The highest average purchase amounts in supermarkets were recorded at the beginning of the year.