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An international expert-analytical platform on logistics, e-commerce, customs, and foreign economic activity.

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AI scoring changes the rules of the game: how sellers get credits in minutes

By 2026, it became clear that classic credit scoring no longer works for e-commerce. The online business is developing too fast to be assessed based on quarterly reports. Outdated models have been replaced by AI scoring, which analyzes the real behavior of a business and its future revenue. This approach changes the rules of financing sellers and opens up access to capital in a matter of minutes.

The Central Bank's rate cut changes the rules: how can investors restructure their strategy in 2026

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Russian exporters enter Jordan through the national pavilion

605 14.01

Customs and International Trade

Navigation seals will become mandatory for transportation to the EAEU from February 2026

1,213 14.01

Customs and International Trade

Container rates are rising without demand: carriers are accelerating the market

803 14.01

Cargo transportation

Russia has extended simplified import of electronics until the end of 2026

793 12.01

Customs and International Trade

Venezuela, Defense, and Crypto without Euphoria: what is stirring the markets in early 2026

1,761 12.01

Cryptocurrency

The air cargo market is moving away from long contracts: a bet on flexibility

554 12.01

Cargo transportation

The Central Bank's rate cut changes the rules: how can investors restructure their strategy in 2026

591 14.01

The reduction of the Bank of Russia's key rate in 2026 is changing the logic of investment decisions for private and institutional investors. The period of high deposit returns is coming to an end, giving way to the need for active capital management, diversification and risk reassessment. We understand which tools come to the fore and how to adapt the strategy to the new conditions from an expert point of view.

Iran has increased honey production and is strengthening its position in the global market

548 09.01

Economy

Egypt's digital exports have more than doubled in seven years, reaching $7.4 billion.

1,301 06.01

Economy

BRICS launches grain exchange and digital platform for investors on Russia's initiative

1,276 06.01

Economy

Iran earns $400 million a year on the export of handmade products

254 05.01

Economy

AI could add $1.7 trillion to India's economy by 2035.

1,882 31.12

Economy

Oil supplies from Russia to India in December may fall to a minimum in 3 years

512 31.12

Economy

The Central Bank explained how to regain access to accounts after being blocked by banks

1,487 25.12

Economy

Russian exporters enter Jordan through the national pavilion

605 14.01

Jordan will become a new point of presence for Russian exporters in the Middle East. A national pavilion is being launched in the country, which will ensure direct access of Russian goods and services to regional markets through a single infrastructure and the "Made in Russia" brand.

Navigation seals will become mandatory for transportation to the EAEU from February 2026

1,213 14.01

Customs and International Trade

Russia has extended simplified import of electronics until the end of 2026

793 12.01

Customs and International Trade

Timber exports under control: Russia extends increased duties until 2028

1,008 11.01

Customs and International Trade

USN and VAT from 2026: how 0% on international transportation changes calculations

538 09.01

Customs and International Trade

Since January 9, responsibility for violations of customs regulations has been mitigated.

1,126 09.01

Customs and International Trade

Increased customs control is changing the speed and cost of cargo logistics

1,558 07.01

Customs and International Trade

EAEU and Indonesia sign free trade agreement

1,562 05.01

Customs and International Trade

AI scoring changes the rules of the game: how sellers get credits in minutes

2,004 14.01

Ozon sellers demand to change the refund rules without their consent

443 09.01

Marketplaces

RVB enters the African market through a partnership with the Ethiopian investment holding

931 09.01

Marketplaces

Marketplaces in 2025: the Law, Conflict with Banks, and Sellers' Boiling point

1,296 08.01

Marketplaces

WB Travel launches branded hotels in foreign resorts

540 08.01

Marketplaces

Wildberries launches catering service together with partners

1,831 07.01

Marketplaces

New Year's boom on marketplaces: how are retailers and customers coping with the workload

1,331 19.12

Marketplaces

Russians increased the number of purchases on marketplaces by 43% in the fall

1,277 18.12

Marketplaces

Silver became the second most expensive asset in the world, overtaking Nvidia

624 30.12

Silver has updated its historical high, exceeding $82 per ounce. Since the beginning of the year, the metal has grown by 185% and surpassed Nvidia in terms of capitalization, becoming the second most expensive asset on the planet.

A strong ruble is questionable: the market predicts a weakening in 2026

2,016 29.12

Currency

Experts predicted that the dollar could rise to ₽96 by the end of 2026

999 29.12

Currency

The record strengthening of the ruble creates new risks for the Russian economy

1,324 28.12

Currency

The Central Bank expanded the signs of fraud: banks will get more rights to block

789 27.12

Currency

Analysts consider the current ruble exchange rate to be undervalued against the dollar.

419 26.12

Currency

The dollar dropped to 78 rubles: the market is creating a new currency reality

1,763 25.12

Currency

The Central Bank will reduce the key rate to 11-12% by the end of next year.

1,731 23.12

Currency

Venezuela, Defense, and Crypto without Euphoria: what is stirring the markets in early 2026

1,761 12.01

Global markets enter 2026 in the "news decides" mode. Geopolitics is once again influencing expectations for oil, defense budgets, and the volatility of individual industries. Against this background, the crypto market looks more restrained, and investors are more likely to discuss the sustainability of business models and the quality of regulation rather than quick X's. The focus of the week is Venezuela, investment risks and a reassessment of market scenarios.

How states became the largest holders of Bitcoin in 2025

2,016 09.01

Cryptocurrency

The year after halving Closed in the red for the first time: Is the Bitcoin Cycle under threat

1,154 08.01

Cryptocurrency

The holiday week increased the pressure on Bitcoin and Ether ETFs, while XRP and Solana held their gains

384 06.01

Cryptocurrency

Tokenized shares have arrived in TON: Apple and Tesla can now be stored directly in the wallet

1,322 29.12

Cryptocurrency

The Central Bank will allow the purchase of cryptocurrencies by unqualified investors

296 26.12

Cryptocurrency

Stock trading has become available in all TON wallets without brokers.

768 20.12

Cryptocurrency

Brazil's Largest bank Advises investing up to 3% of the portfolio in Bitcoin

1,745 15.12

Cryptocurrency

Container rates are rising without demand: carriers are accelerating the market

803 14.01

At the beginning of 2026, spot rates for container shipments from Asia increased sharply, but analysts consider this growth to be artificial. Carriers are trying to stabilize revenues amid weak demand and excess capacity.

The air cargo market is moving away from long contracts: a bet on flexibility

554 12.01

Cargo transportation

Ministry of Finance: Russian Railways financial plan will allow maintaining stability with debt growth

1,350 12.01

Cargo transportation

Belarus expands exports: supplies through the ports of the Russian Federation have reached the "far arc"

1,856 10.01

Cargo transportation

China has set a record: 216.5 billion parcels delivered in 2025

1,797 09.01

Cargo transportation

Non-standard cargo 2025: blades, water parks and complex logistics

1,640 09.01

Cargo transportation

Transport hubs are named as a key driver of the development of the Russian economy

1,867 09.01

Cargo transportation

The Ministry of Industry and Trade will increase the financing of the program for the development of new international logistics routes

1,083 25.12

Cargo transportation

The Foreign Ministry said that BRICS has no plans to become an international organization.

796 07.01

BRICS does not set itself the task of transforming itself into a full-fledged international organization. The Russian Foreign Ministry said that the current model of unification has proven its effectiveness and allows developing trade, economic and financial cooperation without excessive bureaucracy.

Russia and Africa have agreed on a cooperation plan until 2029

1,872 05.01

Policy

Ethiopia and India announce strategic partnership

1,160 05.01

Policy

Putin and the Iranian president discussed energy and transport in a telephone conversation

1,925 31.12

Policy

BRICS, SCO and the African Union are shaping the architecture of a new multipolar world

171 24.12

Policy

Lukashenko announced Belarus' turn to the Global South and Asia

1,365 22.12

Policy

Lavrov: Russia-Iran trade potential is significantly higher than current level

1,085 17.12

Policy

Putin: trade between Russia and Indonesia grew by 17% and continues to accelerate

1,123 11.12

Policy

A single GOST on digital labeling may be introduced in Russia and the EAEU by 2027.

494 13.12

Rosstandart is preparing a unified GOST on digital labeling and traceability of products, which may become effective as early as 2027. The new standard is designed to unify labeling requirements and terms, reduce technical risks and simplify the work of businesses, including participants in foreign economic activity.

India creates a new generation of safe zinc-ion batteries with a record service life

1,882 29.11

EDI and IT in Logistics

BRICS countries launch AI Success Hub Platform to share the best AI solutions

531 25.11

EDI and IT in Logistics

Delivertwo: meeting with Dr. Konstantin Pavlidis and talking about the future of global trade

468 25.11

EDI and IT in Logistics

Russia launches national digital platform GosLog: a single window for all logistics

2,013 18.11

EDI and IT in Logistics

Iran has proposed to Russia a joint project on mutual recognition of electronic signatures

1,799 12.11

EDI and IT in Logistics

The UAE has launched a national artificial intelligence training program for all residents of the country

300 10.11

EDI and IT in Logistics

Yandex automates logistics and sales using artificial intelligence

540 03.11

EDI and IT in Logistics

The M-12 highway opens to unmanned trucks

660 19.12

The federal highway M-12 Vostok is becoming a new testing ground for the development of unmanned cargo transportation in Russia. A successful test of an autonomous truck has shown that the technology is already capable of significantly speeding up delivery and improving logistics efficiency, creating the prerequisites for the large-scale introduction of unmanned vehicles on key highways in the country.

Snowstorm paralyzed cargo transportation: Ural highways stopped due to trucks

2,127 15.12

Commercial vehicles

Ads for the sale of devices to reduce tolls for heavy trucks have been banned in Russia.

837 26.11

Commercial vehicles

Delo Group of Companies is considering launching a container line between Mormugao and Novorossiysk

824 25.11

Commercial vehicles

Carriers are leaving the market en masse: cost is breaking records, and tariffs have collapsed

1,945 19.11

Commercial vehicles

The heavy truck market collapsed by 55%, but it was temporarily saved by the massive purchase of Chinese insulated vans.

828 18.11

Commercial vehicles

The world's largest all-electric cargo ship has been launched in China.

1,753 10.11

Commercial vehicles

Resolution 969 extended until 2026: how carriers can prepare without penalties

1,419 02.10

Commercial vehicles

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Ministry of Finance: Russian Railways financial plan will allow maintaining stability with debt growth

1,350 12.01

The Russian Ministry of Finance believes that the shortened financial plan and investment program of Russian Railways for 2026 will allow the company to maintain financial stability, despite the growing debt burden and lower capital investments.

Cargo transportation

Timber exports under control: Russia extends increased duties until 2028

1,008 11.01

The Russian government has extended increased export duties on certain types of timber until the end of 2028. The measure is aimed at limiting the export of wood with a low degree of processing and supporting domestic producers.

Customs and International Trade

Belarus expands exports: supplies through the ports of the Russian Federation have reached the "far arc"

1,856 10.01

In 2025, Belarus expanded its export geography by implementing pilot deliveries of products to the countries of the "far arc" through the ports of Russia. The new logistics format has covered the markets of Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Latin America.

Cargo transportation

China has set a record: 216.5 billion parcels delivered in 2025

1,797 09.01

The Chinese postal sector set a new historical record in 2025, delivering more than 216 billion parcels. The growth in volumes and revenues confirms the key role of logistics and express delivery in the Chinese economy and global supply chains.

Cargo transportation

Non-standard cargo 2025: blades, water parks and complex logistics

1,640 09.01

In 2025, the cargo transportation market was increasingly faced with non—standard projects, from the transportation of water parks and racing cars to multi-meter blades of wind turbines. These cases have clearly shown how the requirements for logistics and professionalism of carriers are changing.

Cargo transportation

Iran has increased honey production and is strengthening its position in the global market

548 09.01

Despite the drought and difficult climatic conditions, Iran increased honey production in 2025 and retained its place among the world leaders in the industry. The growth was achieved by increasing the efficiency of apiaries and focusing on the export of high-value varieties.

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488 05.10

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Compliance control in foreign economic activity: how not to get under the microscope of the bank

1,616 04.10

When a bank freezes your payment abroad, the first reaction is annoyance. But it's not about quibbles, it's about a strict compliance system that protects the bank itself in the first place. We took a look at the other side and explain what your bank is really afraid of and what tokens it scans for each transaction. This is not a theory, but a practical checklist that will help you prepare documents so that the money goes away the first time.

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