Russia

Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies continue to gain popularity among Russians and certain government officials. Russia's internet watchdog is certain that local crypto rules will stay…

The enormous quantity of electricity used by miners has prompted governments in Russia and Belarus to explore alternative pricing. Russian energy minister Nikolai Shulginov suggested…

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated last week that it was "a little early" to utilize cryptocurrency to settle oil transactions. Russia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA Russia) is…

Until recently, the Russian authorities have expressed skepticism about the use of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies for financial purposes. The country's authorities have voiced…