Russia May Block Foreign Crypto Exchanges
Russia is preparing to restrict access to foreign cryptocurrency exchanges in the coming months, according to a recent update shared by WuBlockchain on X. The post
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EU Prepares Full Ban on Crypto Transactions Linked to Russian Entities
The European Commission seeks to ban all cryptocurrency transactions between EU-based individuals or entities and Russian counterparties. The measure aims to block the use of cryptocurrencies
Russia Greenlights Tokenization Framework Covering Assets, Equity and Real Estate
TL;DR Russia approved a Finance Ministry tokenization concept, coordinated with the central bank, to digitize real economy ownership and boost liquidity. Phase one pilots tokenize property
EU Considers Blocking Crypto Transactions With Russia, FT Reports
The European Union is considering a veto on crypto transactions with Russia. The objective is to close the loopholes that allow Moscow to evade international sanctions.
Sberbank Plans Major Scale-Up of Crypto-Backed Loans in New Digital Finance Strategy
TL;DR Sberbank is preparing to scale crypto backed lending after issuing Russia’s first loan secured by cryptocurrency in late December, amid corporate client demand. The pilot
Russia’s Biggest Bitcoin Miner BitRiver Enters Bankruptcy
TL;DR BitRiver, Russia’s largest Bitcoin miner, entered bankruptcy following multiple contract disputes, international sanctions, and operational shutdowns. CEO Igor Runets was placed under house arrest on
MOEX Expands Crypto Index Lineup With Planned Solana, Ripple and Tron Futures
The Moscow Exchange (MOEX) is preparing to expand its crypto derivatives offering in 2026 with the launch of futures linked to Solana (SOL), Ripple (XRP), and
Russia’s Biggest Bitcoin Miner BitRiver Reportedly Headed for Bankruptcy Amid CEO Detention
TL;DR A court in Russia’s Sverdlovsk Oblast opened insolvency proceedings against Fox Group, the holding company that controls 98% of BitRiver’s capital. The case stems from
Crypto Crime Surges Again After Years of Decline, TRM Labs Warns
TL;DR TRM Labs recorded a rebound in crypto-related crime in 2025. A total of $158 billion was moved, although that amount accounted for just 1.2% of
Russia Panel Backs Bill On Seizing Digital Currency
Russia’s State Duma Committee on State Building and Legislation said it approved for third reading a government-backed bill that would regulate how digital currency is seized
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