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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...

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...

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...

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...

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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SpaceX IPO Targets $135 Per Share, $1.75 Trillion Valuation

SpaceX targets a $135 per share IPO price, aiming for a valuation of $1.75 trillion.The historic IPO is scheduled...

Crypto Dive Sparks Clarity Hopes, Liquidity Fears

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EU and NY regulators sign pact on stablecoin oversight

The European Banking Authority and the New York State Department of Financial Services have agreed to jointly supervise cross-border...