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Russian Treasurers Association Joins Masterchain Banking Pilot

The Russian Association of Corporate Treasurers is joining the nation's central bank in trialing the government-run Masterchain blockchain platform.

By Anna BaydakovaJun 14, 2018

A senior official at Russia's central bank has said blockchain technology is immature but may have industrial-scale applications.

The Bank of Russia and the country's Finance Ministry have reportedly resolved a disagreement over the specifics of a proposed cryptocurrency law.

By Wolfie ZhaoMar 20, 2018

While the ICO market continues to heat up, two top banking executives have spoken of their concerns about the technology.

A former Russian central banker has spun a blockchain startup out of a traditional payments firm, focusing on helping merchants mint cryptocurrency.

New statements by Russia's top card issuer suggests the domestic financial industry is still warming slowly to blockchain.

By Wolfie ZhaoJun 19, 2017

Russia's central bank believes the time is right to develop and launch its own digital currency, one of its senior officials said today.

By Stan HigginsJun 2, 2017

Bitcoin's legal status in Russia is again uncertain after a central bank official backed away from positive statements from its Ministry of Finance.

By Stan HigginsApr 13, 2017

Russia’s government is reportedly planning to recognize bitcoin as a type of financial instrument next year.

By Stan HigginsApr 11, 2017

Russian payment firm Qiwi Group has created a new subsidiary that will focus on blockchain development and consulting.

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