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Bank of Russia: 'It's Time to Develop National Cryptocurrencies'

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

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Russia's Vnesheconombank Reveals Blockchain Product Strategy

A state-owned development bank in Russia has revealed its plans for launching products built around blockchain.

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Russia's Central Bank is Writing a New Bitcoin Law

Russia's central bank is preparing new legislation focused on bitcoin and other digital currencies, reports say.

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Tech

Russian Payments Giant Qiwi Acquires Blockchain Startup

Russian payments firm Qiwi has reportedly acquired a blockchain startup as part of its plan to offer services integrating the technology.

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Markets

Blockchain Regulations Likely By 2019, Russian Ministry Says

Russia's government is said to be moving ahead with plans to introduce rules for blockchain use by 2020.

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Russian Central Banker: Bitcoin's Legal Recognition Isn't Guaranteed

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

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Russia Eyes Legal Recognition for Bitcoin in 2018

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

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Markets

Russian PM Orders Research on Public Sector Blockchain Use

Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev has asked two government ministries to investigate public sector blockchain applications.

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Russian Payments Firm Qiwi Launches Blockchain Subsidiary

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

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Russia's PM: Blockchain Tech Could Bring Big Changes

Blockchain tech could have widespread impact, Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev reportedly said today.

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