Russia
Russian Investigator Latest to Support Proposed Bitcoin Ban
The chairman of Russia's Investigative Committee has said bitcoin should be banned before it reaches widespread use in the country.
Bill Seeking Bitcoin Ban Reaches Russian Legislature
Russian lawmakers recently submitted a draft bill to Russia's Parliament that would effectively ban the use of digital currencies in the country.
Right-Wing Reps Seek Bitcoin Powers in European Parliament
Last month, three European Parliament representatives filed a motion seeking to give member-states the power to regulate bitcoin activities.
Russia's Finance Ministry Wants to Ban Bitcoin, Not the Blockchain
In a new interview with CoinDesk, Russia's Ministry of Finance opened up about bitcoin and blockchain technology.
Russian Minister Confirms Plans to Ban Bitcoin-to-Fiat Conversions
Russia's Deputy Finance Minister has confirmed the country's plans to penalise the conversion of cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin into the ruble.
Qiwi: Bitcoin Technology is 'Beyond' Russia's Proposed Ban
New details have emerged about Russian payments giant Qiwi's plans to issue its own cryptocurrency.
Russian Payments Firm Qiwi Seeks 'Bitruble' Trademark
A Russian payments firm is pushing ahead with its plan to release a cryptocurrency by submitting an application to register a trademark for it.
Russian Ministry Proposes Correctional Labor Penalty for Bitcoin Crimes
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.
Russia's Qiwi Proposes Commodity-Backed Bitcoin Alternative
A Russian payments company backing an idea for a digital currency has said that it could be backed by commodities.
Sberbank CEO Admits to Owning Bitcoin Amid 'BitRuble' Controversy
The CEO of Russian bank Sberbank has admitted to owning a "small amount of bitcoin", after an official branded a 'BitRuble' project "illegal".
