Oleg Ogienko, a member of Russia’s State Duma, has proposed an amnesty policy aimed at assisting cryptocurrency miners operating illegally with their equipment. This initiative, presented at the […]
Russia Embraces Digital Ruble for Government Finances, Setting Stage for Full Integration
In a major shift towards digitalization, Russia will begin accepting federal budget payments in the form of the digital ruble starting January 2026. This initiative marks a crucial […]
New Russian Crypto Rules Open Door for Regulated Bitcoin Exposure
Russia’s crypto regulations are taking a new turn, moving towards greater regulatory oversight of digital assets. The Bank of Russia has implemented rules that allow eligible mutual funds […]
Russian Airsoft Grenade Attempt Fails in Crypto Exchange Robbery
A 21-year-old unemployed man attempted to rob a cryptocurrency exchange in Saint Petersburg, Russia, using airsoft grenades and smoke bombs. He planned to steal Bitcoin from the platform, […]
Russia Approves Relaxed Crypto Investment Rules, Expanding Market Access
Russia is loosening its restrictions on crypto investment access, aiming to broaden participation and increase market liquidity. Deputy Finance Minister Ivan Chebeskov spearheaded this move, removing stringent ‘high […]
Russia Expands Cryptocurrency Access, Moves Towards Wider Market Participation
Russian regulators are taking steps to broaden access to the country’s cryptocurrency market, easing restrictions that currently limit participation to a select group of investors. Deputy Finance Minister […]
Russia Easing Entry Requirements for Digital Asset Investors
The Russian Ministry of Finance is exploring potential changes to its digital asset investor regulations, with the aim of broadening access to the country’s experimental legal framework for […]
Russia Embraces Yuan Bonds: A New Chapter in Monetary Integration?
Facing mounting budget deficits and Western sanctions, Russia has taken a bold step by issuing sovereign bonds denominated in yuan for the first time. This historic move marks […]
Ukraine Remains Silent on Trump’s Peace Plan for Russia
The future of Ukraine’s conflict with Russia hangs in the balance as Ukraine has yet to officially accept former President Donald Trump’s proposed peace plan. No confirmation from […]
Suspect Arrested for Crypto Exchange Robbery in St. Petersburg
On November 22, Russian authorities in St. Petersburg apprehended a 21-year-old suspect who allegedly committed a daring robbery at a cryptocurrency exchange office. The suspect reportedly detonated two […]
UK Drug Money Laundering via Crypto: NCA Identifies Network
The UK National Crime Agency (NCA) has uncovered a sophisticated criminal network utilizing cryptocurrency to launder billions of dollars from the UK drug trade, ultimately supporting Russia’s military-industrial […]
UK Operation Dismantles Russian Money Laundering Networks, Seizing $32.6M
The UK’s Operation Destabilise has made significant progress in dismantling Russian money laundering networks, resulting in the arrest of 128 individuals and seizure of over $32.6 million in […]
UK Unveils Investigation into Tether’s Role in Funding Russian Military Operations
The UK National Crime Agency (NCA) has launched an investigation into the use of Tether, a stablecoin widely used for transactions, to fund Russia’s military operations. This investigation […]
Russia’s Crypto Gambit: A Lifeline Amid Sanctions or a Short-Term Solution?
Russia is grappling with crippling sanctions that have isolated it from global finance. As Western banking systems are inaccessible, cryptocurrencies, once dismissed as speculative and risky, are emerging […]
UK Seizes Record $32.6 Million in Crypto as part of Major Russia Sanctions Crackdown
In a groundbreaking move, UK authorities have seized a staggering $32.6 million in cryptocurrency and cash as part of an aggressive crackdown on sanctions evasion linked to Russia. […]