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The bitcoin mining industry in Russia has the opportunity to rise and secure the second spot in bitcoin hashrate, according to GIS Mining’s Vasily Girya. Even with the recent restrictions, Girya states that the entrance of new, larger economic groups will invigorate the Russian mining ecosystem. Despite Current Headwinds, Russia May Rise as Second Bitcoin … Read more
De-dollarization accelerates as Russia and Belarus abandon the U.S. dollar in 98.8% of trade, unleashing profound economic realignments that challenge Western financial supremacy and fuel global volatility. Russia and Belarus Complete Stunning 98.8% Shift to National Currencies in Trade The global trend toward de-dollarization has been gaining momentum as countries seek to reduce reliance on … Read more
Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping are discussing launching a platform that will offer investment initiatives under a BRICS-Global South inclusive banner, which will be detailed next month. Putin and Xi: BRICS to Unveil Global South Inclusive Investment Platform Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, leaders of two of the world’s largest countries, are developing a platform … Read more
Russia’s digital ruble is poised for explosive mass adoption by 2026, as expanded pilots, surging participation, and robust infrastructure lay the foundation for a sweeping financial transformation. Digital Ruble Set to Reshape Russia’s Economy With Full Rollout Slated for 2026 Russia’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital ruble, is advancing toward becoming a key … Read more
The Moscow Exchange has launched a bitcoin index, bolstering crypto offerings and potentially opening new financial instruments. Moscow Exchange Strengthens Crypto Offerings With New Bitcoin Index The Moscow Exchange (MOEX) is taking a significant step into the cryptocurrency market with the launch of its new MOEX Derivatives Market Bitcoin Index (MOEXBTC). This initiative marks a … Read more
The rise of the Russian ruble has less to do with a rise in confidence in the currency and more with the Central Bank of Russia’s economic maneuvers and the establishment of capital controls amid the ongoing conflict. The Russian Ruble Is 2025’s Best-Performing Currency. But Why? According to Bank of America, the Russian ruble … Read more
A Russian national faces 22 charges for laundering $530 million through cryptocurrency, using his companies to bypass U.S. sanctions and defraud financial institutions. 22 Charges Filed Against Russian National in $530M Crypto Scheme The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on June 9 that Iurii Gugnin, a Russian national living in New York, faces 22 … Read more
Russia is entering the cryptocurrency derivatives market, as the Moscow Stock Exchange kicked off bitcoin futures trading on June 4, limited exclusively to “highly qualified” investors. This move comes as Russia cautiously experiments with crypto-related financial instruments, amid ongoing regulatory uncertainty. These new contracts are linked to Blackrock’s bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), the Ishares Bitcoin … Read more
Russia accelerates the global de-dollarization drive with bold new push for national currencies and economic sovereignty in trade. Russia Ramps up Exit From Dollar-Dominated Trade System The global shift toward settling trade in national currencies instead of the U.S. dollar is gaining traction, with Russia positioning itself at the forefront of this movement. During the … Read more
Sberbank, Russia’s largest financial institution, has announced the issuance of the first batch of structured bitcoin bonds. The instruments are currently offered to a limited number of qualified investors, but the bank expects to provide more crypto-linked securities soon. Sberbank Pioneers Bitcoin Bonds in Russia Cryptocurrency is slowly starting to become a mainstream asset in … Read more
