Russia
Sberbank Chairman: Blockchain Adoption Could Take 10 Years
The head of Sberbank believes that the wider-scale implementation of blockchain in Russia could take as long as a decade.
Official: Russia to Introduce Cryptocurrency Regulation Bill Next Week
New cryptocurrency laws are expected to be introduced to the Russia's national legislature on Dec. 28.
Monero Mining Malware Hits Russian Pipeline Giant Transneft
The world's largest oil pipeline reportedly had some of its computer systems affected by cryptocurrency mining malware.
Moscow Government Open-Sources Blockchain Voting Tool
The government of Moscow is pushing ahead with plans to test blockchain for use in its municipal elections.
Russian Central Bank Issues New Warning Against Cryptocurrencies
Russia's central bank warned against investing in cryptocurrencies in its annual Financial Stability Report released Tuesday.
Russia Will 'Never' Consider Bitcoin Legalization, Says Minister
The Russian minister of communications and mass media said yesterday that the country will not consider the legalization of digital currencies.
Bitcoin ATM Installations Draw Warning from Russian Prosecutors
Prosecutors in the Russian state of Tatarstan have issued a warning to a local businessman about two bitcoin ATMs.
Ex-Moscow Exchange Exec Emerges as Blockchain Boss
A former executive of the National Depository of Ukraine left because of politics, but found "game-changing" opportunities in blockchain.
Russian Central Bank Official: ICOs Have 'Huge Potential'
A senior official at Russia's central bank said earlier today that he believes initial coin offerings could drive funding opportunities for startups.
Russian Official: Blockchain Will 'Seriously Change' Tourism Industry
The head of Russia’s Federal Agency for Tourism has predicted that blockchain technology will transform the country's tourism industry.
