Russia News
Welcome to our Russia and Cryptocurrency news section, where you can stay informed about the latest developments and trends in Russia’s involvement with the world of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. Here, you will find a curated selection of articles and posts that cover a wide range of topics, including the Russian government’s stance on digital currencies, regulations and laws, as well as the developments of blockchain technology and its adoption by Russian companies and organizations.
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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...
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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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Russia Mulls Stablecoin for Trade as Tether Freezes Funds
Russia's Finance Ministry official proposes creating a national stablecoin for international trade amid sanctions.Russia seeks alternatives after Tether froze $28.5 million linked to sanctioned...
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Russia Mulls Own Stablecoin After Tether Freezes Garantex Wallets
Russian finance ministry official calls for development of domestic stablecoin following Tether's freezing of $27 million linked to sanctioned exchange Garantex.US Department of Justice...
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Russia Faces Energy Crisis, May Import Electricity from China
Russia faces severe energy shortages caused by the Ukraine war, Western sanctions, and cryptocurrency mining demand, transforming it from an energy exporter to a...
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Russia Proposes Cryptocurrency Fund Using Seized Assets to Boost Financial Strategy
Russia proposes creating a cryptocurrency fund utilizing confiscated digital assets to improve efficiency in managing seized funds.
The initiative aligns with growing global...
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Russia Uses Bitcoin to Bypass Sanctions in Trade with China and India
Russia is using cryptocurrencies to facilitate trade with China and India, circumventing international sanctions imposed following its invasion of Ukraine.The Bank of Russia is...
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Russia Turns to Cryptocurrencies to Evade Western Sanctions in Oil Trade
Russia's oil companies are increasingly using cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ether, and Tether to facilitate trade with China and India, circumventing Western sanctions.The crypto-enabled oil...
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AI Threatens India Call Centers, But US Jobs Unlikely to Return
AI chatbots are reducing the need for human call center agents in India.An Indian startup, LimeChat, claims its technology...
Trump Eyes Ban on China Cooking Oil; Sadot, Aussie Oilseed Surge
The U.S. plans to halt cooking oil imports from China after China stopped buying U.S. soybeans.
Sadot Group Inc. shares...
Ripple, Absa Bank Launch Major Crypto Custody Partnership in Africa
Ripple is expanding its digital asset custody services to Africa through a partnership with Absa Bank in South Africa.Absa...
