Russia
Decentralization and Data Privacy: What a Digital Euro Should Prioritize
HEC Paris Affiliate Professor Marina Niforos discusses the European Union’s plans for a digital euro, addressing user privacy concerns of a centralized digital currency. Plus, a conversation on financial inclusion and why the Russia-Ukraine crisis has affected how Europeans view security and data sovereignty.

German Authorities Shut Down Russian Darknet Market, Seize $25M in Bitcoin
The Hydra Market's bitcoin privacy mixer complicated the investigation, police said.

Russia Sanctions Could Spur Use of Crypto: IMF's Gopinath
Gita Gopinath, the first deputy managing director at the IMF, says the Ukraine conflict could promote the wider use of crypto.

The Growing Digital Asset Lifeline in Ukraine
Crypto donations have been a major source of support for Ukraine’s defense and humanitarian efforts. Meanwhile, Russian citizens may also embrace crypto more as their economy and currency craters due to international sanctions.

Market Wrap: Crypto Sentiment Improves, Though Risk Remains as Russia Plays Down Peace Talks
Bitcoin's Fear & Greed Index is at its highest level since November. Altcoins outperform.

Inside the Ukrainian Crypto Startup Waging Cyberwar on Russia
Hacken helps crypto businesses with cybersecurity. Now, with the war at home, it’s also leading a guerilla offensive against the Russian internet.

Why You Should Keep Your Crypto on a Hardware Wallet
Arculus’ Dr. Adam Lowe discusses security concerns for crypto holders who keep their assets on centralized platforms, sharing insights on growing interest in cold storage and hardware wallets. Plus, a conversation on the role of cryptocurrency in the Russia-Ukraine war.

Russia-Ukraine War: Cyber Warfare in Focus
Dyma Budorin, Hacken co-founder and CEO, explains the role of cyberwarfare in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine as Ukraine’s “IT Army” targets Russian state propaganda and critical infrastructure to the Russian economy.
