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Russia Adds ‘International Satanism Movement’ to Terror Blacklist

Russia will add the “international Satanism movement” to its financial blacklist for extremists and terrorists. The move allows officials to freeze and seize assets of...

India, Russia to Discuss Rupee Trade in BRICS Amid Tariff Tensions

India will hold high-level talks with Russia in Moscow on August 20-21 to discuss settling trade deals using India’s currency. The goal is to strengthen...

China to Launch Flying Taxis by 2027, Exports to Russia, UAE Set

China has approved flight operations for two flying taxi manufacturers, GOVY and eVTOL, to develop small helicopters capable of flying between 100 and 300...

Bank of Russia Rules Out Cryptocurrency Investments, Cites Risks

The Bank of Russia will not invest in cryptocurrencies.The central bank sees cryptocurrencies as risky and unstable.Governor Elvira Nabiullina confirmed the stance at a...

Russia Delays Digital Ruble Launch to September 2026 After Pushback

The Bank of Russia has proposed delaying its digital ruble rollout to September 1, 2026.The launch date affects the largest banks and retailers first,...

Russian Agricultural Bank Eyes Cryptocurrency for Grain Trade Payments

The Russian Agricultural Bank and the Bank of Russia are examining ways to use cryptocurrency for grain payments. The plan was discussed at the Russian...

Telegram Crypto Project Blum Co-Founder Vladimir Smerkis Arrested

The Zamoskvoretsky District Court approved holding Smerkis in custody during the investigation. Smerkis is linked to investor losses related to The Token Fund...

Russia Eyes Ruble Stablecoin with 7 Key Criteria, Faces Regulations

Mendeleev suggested a Russian stablecoin should follow DAI's overcollateralization model while remaining compliant with Russian regulations. Despite technical feasibility, Mendeleev expressed skepticism about...

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Bitcoin Market Liquidity Down 50% Since Sept 2025

Bitcoin market liquidity has declined sharply, with orderbook depth dropping 50% since September 2025.Current market fragility is primarily linked...

ASI, Matterhorn Create AI Code Audit Tools For Blockchain

The Artificial Superintelligence Alliance and developer platform Matterhorn announced a partnership on Friday to build tools that reduce risks...

Cathie Wood: Prediction Markets May Revive Active Investing

Ark Invest is leveraging Kalshi prediction market data as a macro research tool, not for trading, to track investor...