Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin has praised digital assets as a payment instrument that could strengthen Russia’s financial independence. The top government official also called
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Crypto Trading, Investing Illegal in Iran, Central Bank Governor Reiterates
It is illegal to buy or sell cryptocurrency in Iran, the head of the country’s monetary authority has recently reminded citizens and businesses. The governor
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Russian Blockchain Alternative to SWIFT to Prevent Disconnection of Nations, Banks
A Russian university is ready to test its blockchain-based analogue to the global payment messaging network SWIFT, from which Russian banks were cut off as
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Crypto Payments Are Acceptable in Foreign Trade, Russia’s Financial Watchdog Says
Russian financial watchdog Rosfinmonitoring is ready to accept the use of cryptocurrencies in international settlements, the head of the agency, Yuri Chikhanchin, has indicated. The
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Russia’s Finance Ministry Supports Circulation of Stablecoins in Country
The Russian Ministry of Finance is ready to back the legalization of transactions with stablecoins in Russia, according to a high-ranking representative. While the ministry
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Crypto Payments Possible if They Don’t Penetrate Russia’s Financial System, Central Bank Says
Cryptocurrencies can be used for international payments if they don’t penetrate the Russian financial system, the head of Bank of Russia has stated. The governor
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