Russia
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Russia's PM: Blockchain Tech Could Bring Big Changes
Blockchain tech could have widespread impact, Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev reportedly said today.
Sberbank CEO: Commercial Blockchains Just Two Years Away
The CEO of Russia's largest bank believes commercial blockchain applications are closer than many experts have projected.
Post-Trade Giant NSD: Blockchain 'Useless' If Not Legally Binding
The NSD's director of innovation, Artem Duvanov, says blockchains are only useful when recording legally binding information.
Qiwi's CEO Will Head Up Russia's Distributed Ledger Efforts
A Russian fintech association tasked in part with exploring distributed ledgers has appointed a CEO.
