The European Union has imposed new tariffs on agricultural products and fertilizers from Russia and its ally Belarus, aiming to restrict Moscow’s access to funds while weakening its […]
Russia Tightens Grip on Crypto Mining with Fines and Seizure Orders
Facing energy shortages fueled by large-scale illegal cryptocurrency mining operations, the Russian government is preparing to impose heavy penalties. Authorities are enacting new laws targeting both miners operating […]
U.S. Charges Russian Executive for Massive Crypto Money Laundering
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed charges against Iurii Gugnin, a Russian national and executive at Evita, a cryptocurrency company. Gugnin allegedly laundered over $500 million […]
Russia’s Moscow Exchange Launches Bitcoin Index, Taking Crypto Integration Closer
The Moscow Exchange (MOEX) has officially launched its own Bitcoin index, marking a significant step towards integrating digital assets into Russia’s traditional financial system. The MOEXBTC index tracks […]
Librarian Ghouls Hackers Target Russia for Crypto Mining
The Librarian Ghouls hacker group has been accused of using compromised devices in Russia to mine cryptocurrency, according to cybersecurity firm Kaspersky. The group gained access to hundreds […]
Russia Unveils New Regulations to Combat Illegal Crypto Mining
Russia’s Ministry of Digital Development is introducing new regulations targeting illegal cryptocurrency mining operations. These proposed rules aim to deter unauthorized activity by imposing fines ranging from 100,000 […]
Russia Unveils New Crypto Mining Regulations, Targeting Illegal Operations
Russia’s Digital Ministry has proposed new regulations to combat illegal cryptocurrency mining. Fines and asset confiscation are being considered for violators within the country. The proposal involves restrictions […]
Diplomatic Talks Shift to Moscow: Russia and US Agree on New Location
Russia and the U.S. have agreed to relocate diplomatic negotiations on sensitive issues from Istanbul to their respective capitals. According to Russian Ambassador Anatoly Antonov, this change was […]
Crypto Founder Allegedly Laundered $530 Million for Russian Entities
A U.S. crypto payments company founder, Iurii Gugnin, has been charged with running a complex money laundering scheme that moved over half a billion dollars for sanctioned Russian […]
NATO Calls for Significant Defense Spending Increase Amidst Russia Threat
In a bid to bolster collective defense against Russia’s escalating aggression, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has urged member states to significantly increase military spending. At a Chatham […]
Bank of Russia Cuts Interest Rates to Boost Russian Economy
The Bank of Russia has taken a significant step towards stabilizing the Russian economy by reducing its key interest rate. This move, a crucial signal of confidence in […]
Russia Rethinks Crypto Mining Ban Over Tax Concerns
The Russian government has reversed course on a planned expansion of the country’s crypto mining ban, citing concerns about lost tax revenues and energy capacity. Instead, they are […]
BlackRock Launches Bitcoin ETF Futures on Russia’s MOEX, Exceeding $70 Billion AUM
BlackRock has introduced a new Bitcoin ETF futures contract on the Moscow Exchange (MOEX), marking a significant step in crypto finance for Russia. The move sees Blackrock’s IBIT-9.25 […]
Russia Tightens Crypto Control: Banks To Monitor Transactions for Fraudulent Activity
The Central Bank of Russia (CBR) is stepping up its efforts to curb illicit cryptocurrency activities. It has issued new guidelines requiring commercial banks to identify and monitor […]
Russia’s Moscow Exchange Launches Bitcoin Futures for Qualified Investors
Russia’s largest stock exchange, the Moscow Exchange, has begun trading Bitcoin futures contracts exclusively for qualified investors. These IBIT-denominated contracts are settled in rubles, not allowing physical Bitcoin […]