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Russia’s central bank weighs CBDC launch delay to mid-2026 over migration issues: report
The Bank of Russia is reportedly pushing back the digital ruble’s launch to mid-2026 as banks face hurdles in migrating from foreign software amid sanctions. Russia‘s central bank, the Bank of Russia, is considering delaying the full launch of its… дальше »
2025-4-3 10:19
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Hackers exploit Russian smart homes to mine crypto, launch DDoS attacks
Russian smart homes are being turned into silent cyber weapons. According to a report published by Russia’s state-run TASS news agency on March 24, cybercriminals are exploiting vulnerabilities in household smart devices to create botnets. дальше »
2025-3-24 16:43
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Russia considers creating a government fund for seized cryptocurrency
Proceeds from the fund would be used to support various public sector projects. дальше »
2025-3-21 19:47
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Russian Civic Chamber proposes creation of fund for confiscated crypto
Russia is considering a plan to direct confiscated cryptocurrency into a special fund, with proceeds from its use allocated to social initiatives. Yevgeny Masharov, a member of the Public Chamber of the Russian Federation, expressed support for the proposal, which… дальше »
2025-3-21 19:11
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Sanctioned Russian crypto exchange Garantex resurfaces as Grinex: report
Garantex, a Russian crypto exchange sanctioned by the US, is reportedly back in business under a new name, Grinex, after moving funds and users to the platform. A report from Swiss blockchain analytics firm Global Ledger claims that Garantex has… дальше »
2025-3-20 10:07
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Central Bank of Russia has piloted Russian CBDC testing
The Central Bank of Russia has piloted a testing program in the Tatarstan region to test smart contracts for the digital ruble. The Central Bank of Russia has approached the Tatarstan region with a proposal to help pilot the digital… дальше »
2025-3-18 12:22
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Russia goes crypto in oil trade with China and India: report
Russia is using cryptocurrencies in its oil trade with China and India to bypass Western sanctions. This is according to a report from Reuters published on March 14, and which cited multiple sources in the know regarding the matter. дальше »
2025-3-16 22:53
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Brazil’s BRICS presidency prioritizes blockchain for cross-border trade: report
Brazil seems to favor blockchain for BRICS cross-border trade, moving away from talk of a joint currency. Brazil may be exploring blockchain to improve BRICS — which includes Russia, India, China, along with other members — trade transactions, with the… дальше »
2025-3-14 14:16
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Survey reveals 30% of Russian banks reluctant to support CBDC adoption: report
The digital ruble’s rollout is facing challenges, with 30% of Russian banks unprepared due to outdated infrastructure and reluctance to comply with the central bank’s CBDC plans. A recent survey conducted by tech firm Flant and Diasoft found that around… дальше »
2025-3-14 11:05
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Russia’s MinFin says it wants to curb unregulated crypto activity with national infrastructure
The Russian Ministry of Finance says it’s working to regulate crypto by rolling out national infrastructure that would move the local crypto market out of the gray area. Russia‘s Ministry of Finance is stepping up efforts to bring crypto into… дальше »
2025-3-13 13:20
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Bank Of Russia Proposes Allowing Select Investors To Trade Cryptocurrencies
Russia’s central bank has proposed allowing a limited group of Russian investors to buy and sell crypto assets like Bitcoin (BTC) under a new experimental legal regime. The apex bank seeks to establish standards for crypto-related services, boost market transparency, and expand investment opportunities for high-net-worth investors. дальше »
2025-3-13 10:53
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Russia’s Central Bank to allow limited crypto investments
The Bank of Russia has submitted proposals to the government to establish a regulated framework for cryptocurrency investments under a three-year experimental legal regime. The initiative, following directives from the Russian president, would permit a restricted group of investors to… дальше »
2025-3-13 16:30
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Russia dismisses crypto for national reserves, citing volatility concerns
Russia’s Deputy Finance Minister Vladimir Kolychev has dismissed speculation about including cryptocurrencies in the country’s National Wealth Fund (NWF). Earlier in the week, local media outlet Interfax reported that Kolychev clarified that the Ministry of Finance has no plans to alter the NWF’s investment structure to accommodate crypto due to their high volatility. дальше »
2025-3-7 19:00
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US government missed $17B profit by liquidating Bitcoin instead of holding
The US government may have missed out on a staggering $17 billion by liquidating its Bitcoin holdings instead of holding them long-term, according to White House AI and Crypto Tzar David Sacks. In a March 6 post on X, Sacks referenced an AI chatbot Grok analysis, which showed that the federal authorities offloaded Bitcoin on […] The post US government missed $17B profit by liquidating Bitcoin instead of holding appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2025-3-7 18:35
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Bank of Russia Postpones Digital Ruble Rollout, Continues Research into Smart Contracts
According to central bank governor Elvira Nabiullina, the Bank of Russia is delaying the release of the digital ruble, which was scheduled for this summer but will be delayed until an undetermined future date. дальше »
2025-3-3 11:09
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Russia delays CBDC launch to finalize economic model with banks
Russia is delaying the mass rollout of its digital ruble to ensure the pilot runs smoothly and banks align on a viable economic model. Russia‘s central bank, the Bank of Russia, has decided to delay the mass rollout of its… дальше »
2025-2-28 12:30
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Bitcoin mining sector expands as ASIC count surged 7% in 2024: report
By early 2025, Russia’s Bitcoin mining capacity had topped 11 GW, but only around 3 GW was reportedly used by legal miners. Bitcoin (BTC) mining sector in Russia grew in 2024 as the number of mining farms rose 7% to… дальше »
2025-2-21 10:41
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Russian power company reports
Russian power grid operator Rosseti reported losses of over 1.3 billion rubles in 2024 due to illegal crypto mining operations that siphoned electricity through unauthorized connections. The Russian power grid company Rosseti reported losses exceeding 1.3 billion rubles in 2024… дальше »
2025-2-18 15:23
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В Иркутской области накрыли нелегальную майнинг-ферму
Правоохранители Иркутской области выявили крупную незаконную криптоферму, организованную местной жительницей. Для добычи криптовалют она использовала четыре земельных участка, самовольно подключив оборудование к электросетям. дальше »
2025-2-14 21:15
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Crypto crime figure Alexander Vinnik exchanged for detained U.S. teacher
The United States has agreed to release Russian national Alexander Vinnik, a suspected cybercrime figure, as part of a prisoner exchange that secured the freedom of American teacher Marc Fogel. Vinnik, 44, operated BTC-e, once one of the world’s largest… дальше »
2025-2-13 20:24
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Russia’s Zservers sanctioned by US, UK, and Australia for serving crypto ransomware LockBit
Three countries have sanctioned the Russia-based hosting service Zservers for offering services to the notorious cryptocurrency ransomware gang LockBit. A Feb. 11 press release from the U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control, Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade,… дальше »
2025-2-12 11:16
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Roskomnadzor bans Russia’s largest crypto OTC aggregator
Russia’s communications watchdog Roskomnadzor has blocked access to the country’s largest crypto aggregator platform. The Russian telecoms watchdog Roskomnadzor has blocked access to BestChange, one of the largest crypto over-the-counter aggregators in Eastern Europe and Russia. As of press time,… дальше »
2025-2-10 10:05
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Here’s why Russia’s investigating committee seeks regulating Bitcoin as property
Russia’s main federal investigating authority is proposing new legislation for Bitcoin that could potentially criminalize its transfer through third parties. Russia’s Investigative Committee has put forward a proposal that could potentially affect the country’s cryptocurrency market. In early February, the… дальше »
2025-2-9 11:20
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Deribit to exit Russian market, blames EU sanctions
Cryptocurrency derivatives exchange Deribit is shutting down its services for Russian users to comply with European Union sanctions. The company, headquartered in the Netherlands, announced that it will enforce trading restrictions beginning Feb. 17, with full account closures set for… дальше »
2025-2-6 22:13
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Russian gang targets crypto holders with cross-platform spear-phishing malware
A Russian cybercrime gang called “Crazy Evil” is behind a new rash of social media phishing scams targeting crypto users. The gang has been identified in a new cybersecurity threats report as the brains behind more than 10 sophisticated social… дальше »
2025-2-4 16:37
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Russia’s largest power grid operator Rosseti to support Bitcoin mining
Rosseti, the largest state-backed power grid operator in Russia, plans to support Bitcoin mining by utilizing some of its underloaded power centers. According to Russia’s state news agency TASS, Rosseti views the initiative as an opportunity to maximize unused energy… дальше »
2025-1-28 14:16
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Russia’s Rosseti eyes Bitcoin mining to harness surplus energy and boost local growth
Rosseti, Russia’s state-owned electricity giant, is reportedly evaluating Bitcoin mining to enhance energy utilization in areas with surplus capacity, local news agency TASS reported. According to the report, the power grid operator plans to establish mining infrastructure in regions with low energy demand. дальше »
2025-1-27 14:05
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Russia’s Rosseti to launch crypto mining operations in low-demand areas
Rosseti, Russia’s largest energy provider, is taking a bold step by entering the crypto mining sector, aiming to repurpose idle power capacity to boost revenue and address economic challenges. The initiative comes amid Russia’s evolving approach to cryptocurrency regulation, signalling a shift in strategy as the nation seeks to modernise its economy and leverage untapped […] дальше »
2025-1-27 11:53
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Russia’s Bitcoin mining demand triples amid regulatory shifts and price rally
Russia has seen a sharp rise in Bitcoin mining activity as citizens and businesses turn to crypto mining for additional income streams, local media outlet Prime reported. According to the report, the demand for industrial Bitcoin mining equipment in Russia has tripled compared to the same quarter in 2023. дальше »
2025-1-14 19:45
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Demand for crypto mining equipment surges 3x in Russia’s booming market
Russia’s crypto mining sector is booming, with demand for equipment tripling in just a year. What’s behind this rapid growth? According to a latest report from the Russian news agency PRIME, in Q4 2024, Russia saw a threefold increase in… дальше »
2025-1-13 08:08
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Russia confiscates $10M Bitcoin from former law enforcement official
Russia seizes 2,718 Bitcoin worth $10M from ex-ICRF official. The ex-official was involved in what has been termed the largest bribery case in Russia. The confiscated bitcoins will be added to the state revenue. дальше »
2025-1-10 14:21
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Russia reportedly starts selling 1,032 BTC from crypto corruption case
Russia has begun liquidating a significant Bitcoin haul seized during its investigation into the Infraud hacker group, a move that could mark a turning point in how the country manages confiscated crypto assets. дальше »
2025-1-10 08:49
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New crypto haven or US competitor: Russia approves crypto taxation
The Russian government has approved a bill regulating the taxation of crypto transactions. What will now change in the country’s tax base? The Russian government has passed a bill regulating cryptocurrency taxation. дальше »
2025-1-6 14:51
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Is there a crypto thaw in Russia and why?
Throughout the years, Russia has been sending conflicting signals over its relationships with cryptocurrencies. Lately, the Kremlin seemingly started to embrace crypto. Is this actually the case? Early crypto regulations in Russia Until the 2020s, cryptocurrency in Russia had effectively… дальше »
2025-1-1 16:00
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Lawmaker warns crypto miners in Chechnya will be treated like terrorists in 2025
State Duma lawmaker Adam Delimkhanov says crypto miners in Chechnya will be equated with terrorists, following the ban on cryptocurrency mining in several regions in Russia starting in January 2025. According to Russian news outlet Tsargrad TV, Delimkhanov stated that… дальше »
2025-1-1 11:03
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Russian banks authorized to halt transfers with CBDCs for days
The Bank of Russia has approved a new rule that will allow banks to block operations with digital rubles for days if they appear to be linked to fraud. The Bank of Russia has introduced new rules requiring banks to… дальше »
2024-12-26 13:43
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Russian firms turn to Bitcoin, stablecoins for global trade amid sanctions
Russia is actively using Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to counteract the impact of Western sanctions on its economy, Reuters reported on Dec. 25. The report cited Finance Minister Anton Siluanov, who recently stated that Russian companies have begun to utilize digital currencies, particularly Bitcoin mined within the country, for international transactions. дальше »
2024-12-26 21:08
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Russia’s central bank to combat illegal crypto OTC services with new surveillance platform: report
Russia’s central bank is set to develop a new platform that would help it crack down on illegal crypto OTC services and suspicious financial activities. The central bank of Russia is reportedly planning to create a new platform aimed at… дальше »
2024-12-26 10:26
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Russia to limit mining in energy-strapped regions until 2031
Russia has introduced a regional ban on Bitcoin mining, set to begin on Jan. 1, 2025, and remain in effect until March 15, 2031, local Russian media outlet Tass reported on Dec. 24. According to the report, The decision affects ten regions, including Dagestan, Ingushetia, Kabardino-Balkaria, Karachay-Cherkessia, North Ossetia, Chechnya, the Donetsk and Lugansk People’s […] The post Russia to limit mining in energy-strapped regions until 2031 appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2024-12-24 15:36
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Russia to impose regional controls over crypto mining starting Jan 2025
Russia's Gov't has published a draft resolution on banning or providing restrictions on mining locally. The ban will take effect on Jan. 1, 2025, and run until Mar. 15, 2031. дальше »
2024-12-24 14:17
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Russia’s bank governor confirms no plans to invest in cryptocurrencies
Elvira Nabiullina, Governor of the Central Bank of Russia, reaffirmed the institution’s position against the use of cryptocurrencies for domestic payments. Speaking at a recent press conference, Nabiullina stated, “We continue to believe that cryptocurrencies should not be used as… дальше »
2024-12-21 17:56
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Russia Eyes Bitcoin Reserve to Counter Sanctions
Russia is considering establishing strategic Bitcoin reserves to fortify its economy against Western sanctions and growing geopolitical pressure, a move that could accelerate a global trend of governments turning to cryptocurrencies for financial resilience. дальше »
2024-12-11 13:40
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Russian state deputy urges finance minister to create Bitcoin strategic reserve
The Bitcoin strategic reserve has been an intensive issue in the past few months since Donald Trump announced these plans to the crypto community; now Russia has followed. Anton Tkachev, Duma state deputy of Russia, has urged the Minister of… дальше »
2024-12-10 04:24
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Russian State Duma Deputy Proposes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve
The document would see Russia create a bitcoin reserve similar to its traditional currency reserves. дальше »
2024-12-11 01:01
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Investors in Russia expect Bitcoin to peak at $160k this cycle: report
Despite Bitcoin’s recent surge past $100,000, investors in Russia doubt the crypto will hit the $200,000 mark anytime soon. Bitcoin’s (BTC) rise past $100,000 has sparked excitement, though Russian investors aren’t counting on it hitting $200,000 this cycle, according to… дальше »
2024-12-9 10:34
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No One Can Ban Bitcoin, Russian President Vladimir Putin Asserts
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated on Wednesday in public comments that nobody has the power to ban Bitcoin or other crypto assets. дальше »2024-12-6 11:43
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Vladimir Putin: Bitcoin can’t be stopped
Russian President Vladimir Putin reiterated support for Bitcoin and digital assets as the European powerhouse approached greater crypto adoption. дальше »
2024-12-4 17:51
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Putin signs law exempting crypto sales and crypto mining from VAT in Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a significant law that officially recognizes digital currency as a form of property, reshaping the legal landscape for crypto operations in the country and allowing use in foreign trade settlements. дальше »
2024-11-29 16:45
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Russia officially recognizes crypto as property with new tax law
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed into law a federal bill introducing taxes on cryptocurrency transactions and officially recognizing cryptocurrencies as property. According to the official document published on Nov. дальше »
2024-11-29 16:15
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Bank of Russia: Citizens still hold $6.8b in crypto on exchanges
Russian crypto holdings on centralized exchanges still worth billions despite volatility, Bank of Russia reveals. Russian crypto holdings on centralized exchanges still amount billions despite nearly a 16% decline comparing to March’s figures, per the Bank of Russia’s latest report.… дальше »
2024-11-29 16:12
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