Tags: #RUSSIA
Russia’s largest bank, Sberbank, prepares to issue crypto-backed loans
Sberbank, the largest bank in Russia, has announced its intention to provide loans that are backed by cryptocurrency. This decision follows a pilot agreement with a mining firm…
2/6/2026 2 min read
FIAT #FIAT #MINING #REGULATION
Russia’s Biggest Exchange To Launch XRP Indices And Futures
Russia's Moscow Exchange (MOEX) is set to expand its offerings in the digital asset space by introducing new indices and futures contracts tied to XRP, Solana, and Tron. This…
2/5/2026 3 min read
BTC #BTC #EXCHANGE #TRADING
Russia's biggest bitcoin mining firm's founder arrested for tax evasion while his company faces bankruptcy
The founder of Russia's largest bitcoin mining firm has been arrested on charges of tax evasion. This incident occurs amid growing financial difficulties for the company, which…
2/3/2026 2 min read
BTC #BTC #MINING #REGULATION
Crypto exchange WhiteBIT flagged by Russia as 'undesirable' over support for Ukraine military
WhiteBIT, a cryptocurrency exchange, has recently been flagged by Russia as an "undesirable" organization. This designation stems from WhiteBIT's significant financial support…
1/26/2026 2 min read
EXCHANGE #EXCHANGE #MACROECONOMICS #POLICY
Russia Drafts Bill That Could Change Who Can Buy Crypto
Russia is on the verge of a significant legal shift that could broaden access to cryptocurrency for its citizens. Lawmakers in the State Duma are finalizing a draft bill aimed at…
1/15/2026 3 min read
BTC #ALTCOIN #BTC #MARKET
A ruble stablecoin outpaced market leaders last year despite international sanctions
A ruble-linked stablecoin, known as A7A5, has emerged as a notable player in the stablecoin market, experiencing significant growth over the past year. This rise occurred despite…
1/9/2026 3 min read
MARKET #MARKET #USDT #USDC
Russia Rejects Crypto As Legal Tender, Finance Official Confirms
Russia has firmly stated its position against the use of cryptocurrencies as legal tender. Anatoly Aksakov, a prominent finance official, emphasized that cryptocurrencies will…
12/18/2025 3 min read
BTC #ALTCOIN #BTC #REGULATION
Most Influential: Oleg Ogienko
The emergence of A7A5, a ruble stablecoin, has taken root against the backdrop of sanctions and capital controls affecting Russia. This innovative financial instrument represents…
12/16/2025 2 min read
BUSINESS #BUSINESS #FINANCE #RUSSIA
Russia Steps Deeper Into Crypto As State Bank Prepares Direct Trading
VTB, Russia's second-largest bank, has announced plans to allow clients to buy and sell real cryptocurrencies through its brokerage service. This initiative is aimed at…
12/5/2025 2 min read
BTC #BTC #FIAT #MARKET
Russian Banking Giant VTB to Become Country's First to Offer Spot Crypto Trading: Report
VTB, a major banking institution in Russia, is set to become the first bank in the country to provide clients with access to spot cryptocurrency trading services. This initiative…
12/5/2025 1 min read
TRADING #FIAT #TRADING #FINANCE
UK Crime Network, Worth Billions, Used Crypto to Funnel Drug Cash to Russia, NCA Says
A significant laundering network in the UK, valued at billions, has been reported to utilize cryptocurrency for the movement of illicit funds. This operation reportedly aids…
11/22/2025 1 min read
MACROECONOMICS #MACROECONOMICS #FINANCE #CRYPTO CRIME
Trump Drops 500% Tariff Shockwave, Crypto Trembles — Bitcoin Breakdown Ahead?
On Friday, US President Donald Trump endorsed a Senate proposal that could allow for tariffs of up to 500% on imports from countries that continue to purchase Russian energy.…
11/17/2025 2 min read
BTC #BTC #MARKET #REGULATION