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Russia Launches Crypto Trials for Military Goods Trade

Russia is preparing to trial cryptocurrency payments for imports linked to military and civilian applications. This initiative, part of the country’s broader effort to bypass international sanctions, involves key stakeholders from government agencies and businesses. According to reports from Vedomosti, the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Association of

September 17, 2024 1 min read

Moscow Exchange Opts Out of Russian Crypto Trading Pilot

The Moscow Exchange (MOEX), Russia’s largest exchange group, has chosen not to participate in a pilot cryptocurrency trading program. Even though the recent legislation allows digital currencies under the supervision of the Central Bank of Russia.  This decision was confirmed by Nikolai Trunichkin, MOEX’s head of digital projects. While MOEX

September 9, 2024 2 mins read

Russian Officials Confiscate 238 Illegal Mining Rigs in Irkutsk

Russian authorities have confiscated 238 mining rigs from a community that is said to be entirely focused on gardening. The Irkutsk region in Southeastern Siberia has become the unofficial capital of the Russian Bitcoin mining sector, where illegal crypto mining continues. This is due to its famously low energy rates,

September 3, 2024 2 mins read

Cardano Faces Hard Fork Delay & Chainlink Wavers; BlockDAG Becomes Borussia Dortmund’s Premium Partner With $10M Deal!

Recent developments in the crypto world have put the spotlight on three key altcoins. Cardano’s much-awaited Chang Hard Fork has faced a delay, stirring mixed reactions among investors as they await its impact. Meanwhile, Chainlink (LINK) grapples with price challenges and fluctuating support levels, raising questions about its near-term direction.

August 30, 2024 4 mins read

Russia to Launch Two New Crypto Exchanges to Boost Foreign Trade

Russia is planning to launch two new cryptocurrency exchanges to bolster its foreign trade (FT) activities. The exchanges will be established in Moscow and St. Petersburg, aiming to create secure platforms for cryptocurrency transactions aligned with international trade practices. In St. Petersburg, the new exchange will be based on the

August 23, 2024 2 mins read

Putin Approves Crypto Mining Law, Reducing Russia’s USD Dependency

A piece of legislation to legitimize Bitcoin (BTC) and crypto mining was adopted by Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 8th. As part of its foreign policy, the nation is working to lessen its need for the US currency. Approved mining enterprises will be able to register via a state

August 8, 2024 2 mins read

Russia’s Duma Passes Law to Legitimize Bitcoin Mining in the Nation

A law to legitimize Bitcoin mining has reportedly been passed by Russia’s Duma. This measure, which was approved on the first reading, lays the groundwork for a digital currency mining sector that is regulated. A major change in the country’s stance toward cryptocurrencies is marked by the measure. Which seeks

July 24, 2024 2 mins read

Crypto Market Sees Green Amidst Binance’s Russian Exit

The global cryptocurrency market has maintained stability and is witnessing a slight recovery. Meanwhile, Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has made the decision to sell its Russian unit as part of its strategic exit from the Russian market. Over the past 24 hours, the cryptocurrency market has displayed significant

September 27, 2023 1 min read