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Russia approves 15% tax on crypto mining and transactions
Russia has approved an amendment to a draft bill introducing taxes on crypto transactions and mining activities, Interfax reported on Nov. 19. The legislation will classify cryptocurrencies as property for tax purposes. дальше »
2024-11-19 16:55
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Russia to impose 15% tax on Bitcoin mining profits under new draft bill
Russia is advancing its regulatory framework for cryptocurrency mining with a proposed amendment to its Bitcoin mining legislation. An Interfax report states, that the draft, introduced by the Ministry of Finance, establishes new tax guidelines for income and expenses related to crypto mining and infrastructure operations. дальше »
2024-11-18 17:40
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Bitcoin mining profits in Russia to face new 15% tax rules, officials say
The Russian government has greenlit draft amendments to a bill aimed at taxing crypto mining and transactions. Russia is moving forward with a draft amendment to its Bitcoin (BTC) mining legislation, introducing new tax rules for crypto mining, transactions, and… дальше »
2024-11-19 13:56
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Kremlin official warns rising crypto mining could strain Russia’s energy supply
Russia may face an energy shortage in the next 10 years due to rapid Bitcoin mining expansion, a Kremlin official warns. Russia could experience an energy shortage within the next 5-10 years as crypto mining rapidly expands, a senior Kremlin… дальше »
2024-11-13 15:50
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Russia to Ban Crypto Mining in Energy-Strapped Regions
Cryptocurrency mining will soon be banned in several regions across Russia due to an escalating electricity crisis. дальше »
2024-11-1 21:20
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Russia to ban Bitcoin mining in key regions due to electricity deficit
Cryptocurrency mining will soon be banned in certain regions of Russia due to electricity shortages, per Deputy Energy Minister Evgeny Grabchak. Russia will soon prohibit Bitcoin (BTC) mining in several regions due to a critical electricity shortage, Russia’s state news… дальше »
2024-10-30 13:50
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Russian banking sector concerned CBDC entry cost too high for small lenders: report
Experts warn that the high investment required to join the digital ruble platform could be prohibitive for small Russian banks, as it exceeds their annual tech budgets by several times. The entry cost for Russian banks to join the Bank… дальше »
2024-10-23 13:48
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Russia’s central bank to probe crypto-linked cross-border transfers, banking channels
The Bank of Russia is planning to investigate cross-border crypto transfers by residents, focusing on banking channels to assess the volume of crypto-related operations. Russia‘s central bank will conduct an investigation into cross-border crypto transactions by residents in Q4 and… дальше »
2024-10-1 11:20
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Survey finds 20% of Russians engaged with crypto
Nearly 20% of Russians have used cryptocurrency, while 66% are aware of it but lack detailed knowledge, according to a new survey. Nearly one-fifth of Russians have used cryptocurrency, while more than 65% are aware of them but lack detailed… дальше »
2024-9-30 11:29
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Russia mined over $3 billion in Bitcoin last year, boosting tax revenue amid sanctions
Sergey Bezdelov, Director of Russia’s Industrial Mining Association, revealed that around 54,000 BTC, more than $3 billion, were mined in Russia last year, according to local news outlet Izvestia. дальше »
2024-9-7 16:15
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U.S. jobs data miss prompts Bitcoin rise to above $56,000 amid rate cut speculation
Quick Take On Sept. 6, the US released its latest jobs data, revealing that non-farm payrolls increased by 142,000, falling short of the consensus estimate of 160,000. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate held steady at 4. дальше »
2024-9-7 15:39
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Russian Industrial Players Quietly Mine $3 Billion In Bitcoin—What’s Next?
The cryptocurrency mining in Russia has reached an industrial boom, whereby the number of Bitcoins minted by industrial miners reportedly reached about 54,000 Bitcoins this year. Related Reading: Stock Market’s $1. дальше »
2024-9-6 06:30
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Russia’s largest bank to start offering customers CBDC in 2025
Sberbank, Russia’s largest lender, aims to begin offering digital ruble transactions to its customers in early 2025, according to a senior bank executive. Russia‘s banking giant Sberbank plans to start operations with the country’s central bank digital currency — also… дальше »
2024-9-4 12:16
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Russia’s largest search engine Yandex bans crypto ads
Yandex bans ads for crypto exchanges, smart contracts, mining, and ICOs in Russia. Ads for mining equipment, educational content, and legal advice are however exempted. Yandex will allow crypto ads outside Russia with strict compliance to local regulations. дальше »
2024-8-19 15:53
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Why Russia and Japan’s crypto acceptance could propel ABBC Coin ($ABBC)
The global shift towards cryptocurrency payments is gaining momentum, with significant developments in Russia and Japan signaling a new era for digital assets. As countries continue to explore and legalize crypto transactions, tokens like ABBC Coin ($ABBC) stand to benefit significantly. дальше »
2024-8-9 15:35
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Russia’s Putin gives green light to Bitcoin mining legalization
Two years after nearly banning Bitcoin and BTC mining, Russia has embraced the leading cryptocurrency to some degree. On Aug. 8, Russian President Vladimir Putin officially legalized Bitcoin (BTC) and digital asset mining by signing new laws. Henceforth, a national… дальше »
2024-8-9 21:02
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Putin Signs Law Legalizing Cryptocurrency Mining in Russia
Putin wanted "to seize the moment" in creating regulation for digital asset mining. дальше »
2024-8-13 17:49
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Azerbaijan’s central bank holds back on CBDC over monetary policy concerns
Azerbaijan is taking a cautious approach to the development of a central bank digital currency, citing concerns over monetary policy and financial stability. The Central Bank of Azerbaijan hasn’t made plans to issue a central bank digital currency at this… дальше »
2024-8-2 14:35
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Russia moves to regulate crypto as US sanction pressures rise
Russia's crypto regulation efforts underscore the increasing role of digital assets in geopolitical and economic strategies amid US sanctions. The post Russia moves to regulate crypto as US sanction pressures rise appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-7-31 17:35
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Bank of Russia eyes full-scale digital ruble launch by next July
The Bank of Russia is set to launch the digital ruble for widespread use by July 2025, following successful pilot tests. Russia’s central bank, the Bank of Russia, could launch its central bank digital currency — also known as the… дальше »
2024-7-31 15:34
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El Salvador proposes crypto trade with Russia amid sanctions pushback
El Salvador has reportedly suggested using digital assets like Bitcoin for trade with Russia to circumvent the extensive economic sanctions imposed on Moscow. Alexander Ilyukhin, Russia’s first secretary at the Nicaraguan embassy and head of its El Salvador office, revealed this in an interview with Russian state media outlet Izvestia. дальше »
2024-7-30 23:00
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El Salvador proposes crypto for trade with Russia, embassy official says
El Salvador has proposed using crypto for trade with Russia to navigate financial constraints imposed by sanctions, according to a Russian embassy official. El Salvador has proposed using Bitcoin (BTC) for trade with Russia, as the latter has limited options… дальше »
2024-7-29 12:33
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Russian parliament passes bill for crypto use in international trade, legalizes crypto mining
Russian parliament passed a bill allowing the use of crypto for international trade and also legalized crypto mining. дальше »
2024-7-25 17:15
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Co-founder of Bitzlato avoids extra jail time in $700m money laundering case
The Russian founder of Bitzlato was sentenced to time served for facilitating over $700 million in illegal crypto transactions. Anatoly Legkodymov, a Russian co-founder of Hong Kong-based crypto exchange Bitzlato that processed over $700 million worth of illicit crypto on… дальше »
2024-7-19 10:25
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Russia’s Tatarstan eyes building $100m Bitcoin mining center
Fintech company Innopolis Tech controlled by a former minister of communications of Russia is set to build the largest Bitcoin mining center in Russia worth around $100 million. The Republic of Tatarstan is gearing up to build Russia‘s largest Bitcoin… дальше »
2024-5-31 14:21
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Russian Finance Ministry staffer calls crypto a ‘locomotive’ for development
Russia’s Ministry of Finance, which in 2016 suggested imprisonment for trading Bitcoin, now says the crypto industry is a “locomotive” for Russia’s economic development. Russia‘s Ministry of Finance sees the crypto industry as a driving force for economic development, Russian… дальше »
2024-5-31 13:38
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Binance’s share among Russian web traffic plunged by 30%, central bank says
Russians are increasingly seeking new crypto platforms following Binance’s exit from the market, according to the Bank of Russia. Binance‘s departure from Russia has led to a drastic shift in web traffic as Russians started seeking new alternatives, according to… дальше »
2024-5-28 11:18
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Russia to crackdown on cryptocurrencies with new regulatory bill
Russia is considering a crackdown on cryptocurrencies in an effort to get control of a market that has previously operated mostly beneath the radar. The State Duma, the lower chamber of the Russian Parliament, is now debating a measure to… дальше »
2024-5-14 14:10
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Doubts arise over auditor of Russia2024 blockchain voting campaign
Russian exiled anti-Putin activist and former Pussy Riot lawyer Mark Feygin says his new blockchain app made to challenge Putin’s legitimacy was audited by Halborn, but a lack of evidence shows that may not be the case. Mark Feygin, a… дальше »
2024-5-11 16:01
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Major Russian exchange freezes $4m of user assets, citing money laundering
Russian cryptocurrency exchange Beribit faces fraud allegations after refusing to refund customers' money. дальше »
2024-5-3 20:10
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Beribit in turmoil after Russian officials contemplate crypto exchange ban
Protests erupt at Beribit's Moscow office, with clients clamoring for the return of approximately 400 million rubles, funds they were unable to withdraw for several days. дальше »
2024-4-28 17:45
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Russia’s Legislative Body Considers Diving Into Crypto – Will They Mine Or Maul It?
Russia is dipping its toes into the world of cryptocurrency with a proposed bill aimed at legalizing and regulating crypto mining within its borders. The bill, submitted to the State Duma, the lower house of parliament, seeks to strike a balance between encouraging this new industry and mitigating potential risks. Related Reading: David Vs. Goliath? […] дальше »
2024-4-27 17:00
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Russia pilots new system for tracing crypto-to-fiat links
Russia’s central bank and Rosfinmonitoring pilot a new system to trace connections between crypto transactions and fiat operations. The Bank of Russia alongside Rosfinmonitoring, the country’s main body for financial intelligence, is working on a platform to detect connections between… дальше »
2024-4-25 12:39
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Russian-language cybercrime operation mimics web3 games to target macOS, Windows
A new malware is faking web3 gaming initiatives to distribute infostealers across macOS and Windows platforms. A recent investigation by Insikt Group has unveiled a new Russian-language cybercrime operation targeting users with fake web3 gaming projects designed to distribute malware.… дальше »
2024-4-12 14:11
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Russia’s central bank foresees full-scale CBDC implementation post-2029
Bank of Russia’s chief signals a slow path to digital ruble adoption, as scaling is expected no earlier than 2025, with mass usage transition anticipated over five to seven years. Scaling of Russia‘s digital ruble following the pilot project is… дальше »
2024-4-8 13:24
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How one Russian smuggler used crypto to skirt sanctions for tech and arms deals
Andrey Zverev, self-described as a smuggler for illicit Russian activities, has reportedly been leveraging Tether to carry out purchases of high-tech equipment and components for weaponry, thereby sidestepping Western-imposed sanctions. дальше »
2024-4-2 13:47
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Darknet markets saw crypto revenues rise in 2023 despite global crackdown
Although darknet markets are far from 2021 levels, their crypto revenue has slightly rebounded since Hydra’s closure in 2022, analysts found. Darknet markets continue to show signs of recovery as their crypto revenue saw a rise in 2023 despite the… дальше »
2024-3-29 11:47
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US, UK investigate crypto transfers to Russian exchange
U.S. and U.K. authorities are checking cryptocurrency transactions for potential connections with Russia. дальше »
2024-3-28 18:01
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Binance seeks new buyer for Russian business following CommEX closure
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance is talking with several platforms about selling its Russian business and is looking for a new buyer to replace CommEX. дальше »
2024-3-26 18:15
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CommEX to shut down, months after acquiring Binance’s Russian operations
CommEX, the crypto platform that acquired Binance’s Russian business, is shutting down the exchange, according to details the company published on Monday. Binance announced the sell of its crypto exchange and entire operations in Russia to CommEX in September last year. дальше »
2024-3-26 17:28
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CommEX, Owner of Binance's Former Russian Ops, to Close Down
Crypto exchange Binance sold the entirety of its Russian business to CommEX in September last year following compliance concerns. дальше »
2024-3-26 16:10
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Binance’s successor in Russia CommEx announces closure
Binance’s buyer in Russia, CommEx, has declared a phased shutdown of its services without providing a reason for the decision. CommEx, a crypto exchange, which took over Binance’s Russian business following the latter’s departure from the country, has announced plans… дальше »
2024-3-26 13:33
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Russian economist sees bleak future for Bitcoin with the rise of digital ruble
Alexander Razuvaev, a notable Russian economist and member of the supervisory board of the Guild of Financial Analysts and Risk Managers, recently made predictions concerning the future of Bitcoin following the onset of a Russian CBDC. The economist argued that… дальше »
2024-3-7 11:14
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Russia’s central bank does not rule out crypto investments with focus on risk evaluation
While Russia’s central bank maintains its stance against crypto as a payment method, recent signals suggest a reconsideration of its stance regarding crypto investments. The Bank of Russia remains steadfast in its position against cryptocurrencies as legal tender within the… дальше »
2024-2-15 12:56
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Russian Central Bank: nearly half of all financial scams in Russia last year involved crypto
The Central Bank of Russia has disclosed that nearly half of the financial fraud schemes within the country in the previous year leveraged cryptocurrency and foreign currencies for payments. Notably, the central bank made this disclosure in a report detailing… дальше »
2024-2-14 12:36
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Binance to halt ruble deposits effective Nov. 15
Binance, one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has announced it will halt Russian ruble (RUB) deposits, effective Nov. 15, 2023. According to the announcement, despite the cessation of deposits, withdrawals of Russian rubles will continue to be available until January 31, 2024, ensuring users have ample time to manage their holdings. дальше »
2023-11-11 22:50
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Binance to stop accepting deposits in Russian rubles
Starting Nov. 15, the Binance cryptocurrency exchange will stop accepting deposits in Russian rubles. Withdrawals will continue until Jan. 31, 2024. Users with fiat balances in Russian rubles can transfer funds to CommEX for free, according to the announcement. At… дальше »
2023-11-10 16:29
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Russia-linked crypto ransomware hits U.S. arm of Chinese lender
A Russian-speaking crypto ransomware gang LockBit has attacked ICBCFS arm in the U. S. Cryptocurrency ransomware gang LockBit has attacked the U. S. arm of the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Financial Services (ICBCFS). дальше »
2023-11-10 13:41
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Binance to terminate Russian ruble deposits next week
Binance Russia users will have slightly more than two months to withdraw their rubles from the exchange or until Jan. 31, 2024.
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Coinbase fined $11k in Russia despite not operating there
A Russian court has ruled that American crypto exchange Coinbase failed to localize the personal data of its Russian clients. A court in Moscow on Nov. 9 has fined U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase 1 million rubles (nearly $11,000) for failing… дальше »
2023-11-9 16:50
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