Bank of Russia

Russian Central Bank Sends First Distributed Ledger Transactions

Russia’s central bank said today that it has successfully completed a distributed ledger trial.

By Stan HigginsOct 6, 2016

A group of Russian banks and financial services companies has formed a private-sector consortium focused on blockchain applications.

By Stan HigginsJul 1, 2016

The Bank of Russia has set up a working group to investigate potential applications of blockchain technology within finance.

By Daniel PalmerFeb 29, 2016

Russia's Ministry of Finance has developed a new version of its proposed law that would both outlaw and apply criminal penalties for bitcoin use.

By Pete RizzoSep 25, 2015

Following Vladimir Putin's first remarks on digital currencies, check out our refresher on the tumultuous history of Russia and bitcoin.

By Grace CaffynJul 15, 2015

Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued his first remarks on bitcoin and digital currencies in a televised interview.

By Pete RizzoJul 14, 2015

Russia's central bank will meet representatives from the financial markets to discuss bitcoin regulation next week, a local news source claims.

Russia's top cybercrime official has issued new statements on bitcoin and its current uncertain regulatory environment.

By Pete RizzoFeb 9, 2015

Russia’s Ministry of Finance has announced proposals to ban the issuance of bitcoin and any operations involving cryptocurrency.

By Gleb KostarevAug 5, 2014

The Bank of Russia issued new statements suggesting it is still evaluating its treatment of bitcoin and digital currencies.

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