Russia’s Central Bank Links Bitcoin Mining to Ruble’s Strength
TL;DR Russia’s central bank acknowledges Bitcoin mining supports the ruble, marking a major policy shift. Mining revenues in hard currency help offset the impact of Western
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Sberbank Pilots DeFi Tools to Address Russia’s Crypto Demand
Sberbank, Russia’s largest bank, has begun testing decentralized finance (DeFi) products in response to rising cryptocurrency demand.
Over 100 Crypto Mining Farms Raided in a Single Russian Region
TL;DR: More than 100 illegal mining facilities have been discovered in the North Caucasus so far this year. Dagestan accounts for 80% of the cases, with
Most Russians Show Strong Awareness of Crypto and Seek Regulated Access, Survey Finds
TL;DR Survey shows 83% of Russians know cryptocurrency; half seek legal ways to hold digital assets. 43% desire a secure Russian crypto wallet, but unclear regulations
Crypto Futures Trading on Moscow Exchange Tops $636M
TL;DR The Moscow Exchange (MOEX) reported that cryptocurrency futures trading reached 48.7 billion rubles ($636 million) in November, setting a new record for the platform. High
VTB Bank to Introduce Direct Cryptocurrency Trading in 2026
TL;DR: VTB, Russia’s second-largest bank, plans to offer direct transactions with cryptographic assets like Bitcoin. The launch is pending regulatory approval from Russia, which seeks to
Regulatory Shift: Bank of Russia Allows Crypto Investments Through Mutual Funds
TL;DR The Central Bank of Russia lifts restrictions, allowing crypto investment in Russia through mutual funds with a 10% limit. The measure is part of a
Failed Crypto Theft: Russian Man Tried to Steal Bitcoin With Airsoft Grenades
TL;DR A 21-year-old man attempted to rob a physical crypto exchange in Saint Petersburg by detonating airsoft grenades and a smoke bomb. Police arrested him at
Russian Experts Predict No Bitcoin Rebound Before Spring 2026
TL;DR: Russian analysts warn Bitcoin may not rebound until spring 2026 unless the Fed cuts interest rates. High borrowing costs and weak risk appetite continue to
Russia Deploys Power Usage Surveillance and Anonymous Tips to Track Crypto Miners
Russian authorities are intensifying monitoring of electricity consumption to track illegal cryptocurrency mining farms, combining meter surveillance with anonymous tips from the population.
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