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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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Russia sees 8% rise in crypto exchange traffic as Bitcoin price climbs, telecom giant says
Increases in Bitcoin prices and recent crypto mining regulations have sparked an 8% rise in Russian internet traffic to major exchanges, data reveals. Internet traffic to major crypto exchanges in Russia surged 8% in early November, spurred by a sharp… дальше »
2024-11-28 12:25
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Russian ministry urges 2-year transition period for CBDC adoption over infra concerns: report
The Russian Ministry of Industry has proposed a two-year transition period for implementing digital ruble payments in retail over infrastructure concerns. The Russian Ministry of Industry has called for a two-year transition period before the mandatory adoption of payments using… дальше »
2024-11-28 11:31
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Russia’s central banker behind CBDC steps down
The key figure behind Russia’s central bank digital currency initiative has resigned from the central bank, ending her leadership role in the country’s digital currency initiative. A key mastermind behind Russia‘s central bank digital currency — also known as the… дальше »
2024-11-26 13:22
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Bank of Russia flags dual risk factors for real-world assets
The Bank of Russia warns that tokenized real-world assets pose new risks, including market volatility and regulatory challenges. The tokenization of real-world assets remains in its early stages and currently poses no significant systemic risks. However, as the practice spreads,… дальше »
2024-11-22 13:37
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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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