Business & Startups

New discoveries, ideas and trends are, doubtless, very valuable in themselves. But we have the opportunity to use their benefits only thanks to the people who know how to turn exotic technologies into generally accessible ones. In this section we write about startups, entrepreneurs and companies that use breakthrough business models and make money using forward-looking technologies. Their names, what they are busy with, how they make money and what they do to achieve success. You will find all about it here.

Gacha Games: From Weapon Collecting to Space Waifus

Gacha Games: From Weapon Collecting to Space Waifus

Over the past few years, gacha games have come a long way — from a niche “anime hobby on your phone” to one of the most visible and profitable segments of the industry. Today, they are no longer just “five-minute mobile games,” but full-fledged services with large budgets, voice acting on the level of TV series, lore spanning dozens of hours, and communities capable of generating more hype around a single character than around the release of a new console.
“Business Space”. A Large-Scale Review of Commercial Space Companies

“Business Space”. A Large-Scale Review of Commercial Space Companies

Space has long ceased to be a territory accessible only to superpowers and large space agencies — and this has been the case for quite some time.
5 AI Innovations of 2026 That Will Make Your Life Easier and More Exciting

5 AI Innovations of 2026 That Will Make Your Life Easier and More Exciting

Just a couple of years ago, artificial intelligence was mainly associated with chatbots, smart speakers, and experimental demos from tech expos. The year 2026 has only just begun, yet it already marks a major shift: AI has stepped beyond the smartphone screen and started to inhabit the physical space around people — the home, the desk, the kitchen, and even such areas of life as personal communication and… romance!

AI Symphony and AI-Driven Fashion Design: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Creative Industries

Artificial intelligence, which until recently was merely a tool for analytics and simple automation, has learned to create in a truly creative way. It is now a full-fledged co-author in art, science, and creative exploration.

Beauty Requires Sacrifice. Can Robots Replace Humans in Beauty Salons?

The beauty industry has traditionally been considered one of the most “human-centered.” What matters here is not only the skilled hands of a professional, but also contact, trust, and a sense of care — something that, it would seem, only a living, real person can provide to a client.

Neuroeconomics and AI: How Machines Are Changing the Job Market

A recent study has proven that artificial intelligence is no longer perceived as a revolutionary innovation or a novelty. Neural networks have long become a part of everyday life.

The 9/9/6 Schedule, Game Corporations, and Other Wonders of the IT Business in China

The Chinese IT market is a vast and dynamically developing digital landscape that has attracted global attention for several years.

“Hello, Laowai!” Or What a Foreign IT Business Needs to Be Prepared For in China

The Chinese IT market is a real El Dorado for ambitious companies dreaming of global success. The numbers speak for themselves: China’s digital economy exceeds $7 trillion, and the number of internet users has reached 1.1 billion.

Ticket to Weightlessness: How Space Became an Entertainment Industry and Orbit — the New Attraction

Back in the 20th century, space was accessible only to astronauts — though ideas about its commercialization were already being discussed as early as the 1960s. Today, several decades later, more than 50 people have become space tourists, joining research missions without being professional astronauts. So, how much does a space trip cost? Can anyone go to space — and what does the future hold for this new entertainment industry?

Saudi Fintech Startup Tamara Raises Up to $2.4 Billion — Funds to Be Used for Expanding Credit and Payment Products

Saudi payment startup Tamara has announced securing a financing package of up to $2.4 billion. The sponsors include U.S. bank Goldman Sachs, financial conglomerate Citi, and private equity funds of Apollo, managed by Apollo Global Management.

Canadian AI company Cohere plans to expand its presence in Europe

Canadian company Cohere, specializing in artificial intelligence solutions, has announced the opening of an office in Paris, which will serve as its operational hub in the EMEA region. The decision to expand is driven by growing demand for enterprise AI solutions in Europe, as well as by the political and business support that France provides in the field of digital technologies.

OpenAI Hires Former xAI CFO for Executive Role

Sam Altman’s company’s finances will now be overseen by Mike Liberatore. Previously, he worked as Chief Financial Officer at Elon Musk’s xAI.

Elon Musk’s xAI Sues Former Engineer Over Alleged Data Theft

Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI has filed a lawsuit against a former engineer, Xuechen Li, accusing him of stealing proprietary data and passing it on to xAI’s direct competitor — Sam Altman’s OpenAI. After leaving Musk’s company, Li joined OpenAI, where he now works on training ChatGPT, replacing his previous work on Grok.

The Elon Musk Phenomenon: From His First Video Game to Spacecraft

One of the richest people on the planet, a technological genius, and a conqueror of space, Elon Musk successfully combines engineering talent with entrepreneurial vision. How did a schoolboy with a broken nose, beaten by classmates, go on to build a business empire and become one of the key figures in the White House?

Living in High-Tech Settlements of the Future: A Reality Surpassing Science Fiction

When we say the phrase “village of the future,” our imagination involuntarily conjures up futuristic landscapes from science fiction films like “The Island” or “Blade Runner.”
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