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Russia drafts legal framework for confiscation of illicit Bitcoin
Russia's attorney general aims to form “unified and sustainable procedures” to deal with illicit cryptocurrencies.
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Russian regulators want to mine crypto through wasted flare gas
The oil and gas industry in Russia is pressurizing the authorities to allow it mine crypto with flares of natural gases.
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Why the Russian Prime Minister wants to “protect” Bitcoin and crypto users
Russia has enjoyed an on-and-off relationship with cryptocurrencies, with ever-changing regulations and official perceptions fluctuating between periods of yes crypto and no crypto. But…
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Adoption
Why are so many people in Eastern Europe using cryptocurrencies?
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Adoption
A Russian billionaire is getting into cryptocurrency, but not in the way that you would expect
Vladimir Potanin, one of the richest individuals in Russia and the CEO of metal conglomerate Norilsk Nickel, received approval from the Central Bank of…
Mining
Bitcoin miners set up in Siberia aiding network decentralization
Cheap hydroelectricity and frigid year-round temperatures have made the Siberian city of Bratsk home to several Bitcoin mining farms. By repurposing abandoned Soviet munitions…
Technology
Telegram testing an Ethereum-compatible blockchain
Telegram is publicly testing its much-anticipated blockchain project ‘TON.’ The company's blockchain will be compatible with Ethereum, allowing developers to port their Ethereum smart…
Rumors
Telegram’s Gram token could go live in October (after $1.7 billion ICO)
After months of anticipation, messaging app Telegram is inching closer to launching its Gram token. The “first batches” of the cryptocurrency are set to…
KYC
Telegram Open Network (TON) tokens will finally be available to retail investors
Telegram, one of the fastest growing messaging apps in the world, will for the first time make its Gram token available to retail investors…
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