Russian couple rescued from a kidnapping involving a $43,000 Bitcoin ransom, with suspects fleeing to the UAE.
Russia's central bank allows limited crypto derivatives trading for qualified investors, marking a cautious move towards crypto market engagement.
A Russian couple is rescued in Buenos Aires after paying a $43,000 crypto ransom, prompting a global manhunt.
Russia allows financial institutions to provide crypto-linked instruments to qualified investors.
The Russian Central Bank approves crypto-linked products for qualified investors under strict conditions, without direct crypto holding.
Russia's central bank approves licensed banks to offer crypto instruments to accredited investors, boosting Bitcoin adoption.
Two Russian crypto entrepreneurs were kidnapped in Buenos Aires and released after a $43,000 digital currency ransom was paid within 24 hours.
A Russian crypto couple was abducted in Buenos Aires and rescued after paying a $43,000 ransom.
Russian police have arrested a suspect in connection with a $3.2 million illegal cryptocurrency mining operation.
Bybit obtains MiCA license, Bitcoin ETF news, gold investment shift, and Russia's crypto developments.
Russia limits crypto access to elites despite $91B in reserves.
The Central Bank of Russia will permit local financial institutions to offer and trade Bitcoin derivatives for qualified investors.
Russia's central bank allows financial firms to offer crypto-linked derivatives amidst sanctions.
Russia allows sale of crypto-linked securities amid sanctions pressure.
Russia cautiously allows crypto-linked securities under international pressure, offering qualified investors access to derivatives within regulatory boundaries.
Russia's central bank permits banks to offer crypto-based products to accredited investors, emphasizing no direct crypto delivery. Major banks like T-Bank roll out Bitcoin-tied investment products. Despite the move, direct crypto investments remain unencouraged by the authorities.
Russia permits banks to launch crypto products for accredited investors, empowering financial growth.
Hasbulla’s BULLA token is under fire for scam accusations amidst rising crypto criticism, following a $20 million fundraising effort.
Russia eases crypto investment restrictions, allowing crypto-related products with limitations.
The Bank of Russia now permits financial institutions to offer crypto derivatives to qualified investors.
Russia's central bank permits qualified investors to trade crypto-linked derivatives under strict rules, cautiously embracing regulated digital assets.
Sberbank, Russia's largest bank, becomes a market maker for regulated crypto platforms, aligning with the country's digital asset regulations.
Russia is accelerating its de-dollarization efforts via the BRICS Bank, advocating for non-dollar financing to challenge Western financial dominance.
Russian national arrested in Seoul for a violent crypto heist; two suspects remain at large, with police seeking Interpol's help after victims were injured in an ambush targeting 1 billion won.
A Russian national was arrested for attempting a crypto robbery in South Korea, where suspects planned to steal 1 billion won during a fake crypto deal.
North America, Eurasia, and Latin America lead Bitcoin's hashrate race, with the U.S. holding dominant position.
A new law is set to mandate the use of Russia's central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital ruble, among citizens.
Russia's Central Bank is creating a framework for elite crypto investments, partnering with Sberbank to regulate the market through a legal sandbox.
Russia's Sberbank is preparing to support crypto trading for elite investors as part of a new regulatory experiment.
Tatarstan hosts over 5,000 mining farms, contributing to 3% of Russia's cryptomining market.
BitRiver and Intelion, Russia's leading crypto mining firms, reported a combined revenue of $200 million in FY2024, highlighting the sector's growth.