New sanctions discussed by EU member states amid the current escalation of the conflict in Ukraine are going to restrict European crypto services for Russians.
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Settlements With China — Russia Plans Next Step for Digital Ruble
Russia intends to use its digital ruble, to be introduced early next year, for payments with its key ally, China. Authorities in Moscow hope other
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Crypto Payments May Not Help Russia Bypass Sanctions, Experts Say
Russia is preparing to authorize international crypto payments but people involved in the industry doubt this would allow the country to circumvent sanctions. At the
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Ethereum-Based ‘Cryptoruble’ Token Under Development in Russia
Developers are working on a “cryptoruble” that, as they say, can improve Russians’ access to global exchanges and be used for cross-border payments. Defi platform
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Sales of Hardware Crypto Wallets Decline in Russia With Easing Currency Restrictions
Interest in hardware wallets allowing cold storage of cryptocurrencies is decreasing among Russian users after this year’s surge that followed the invasion of Ukraine. The
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Foreigners to Be Given Anonymous Entry Points to Digital Ruble, Russian Official Suggests
Foreign nationals should be able to buy Russia’s upcoming digital ruble through entry points providing anonymity, according to a high-ranking member of the Russian parliament.
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