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Russian lawmakers mull wholesale CBDC amid retail pilot launch
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25 November, 2023

Russian lawmakers mull wholesale CBDC amid retail pilot launch

For Russian financial institutions to circumvent Western-backed economic sanctions since its invasion of Ukraine, Russian deputies are pushing for wholesale...
North Korean hackers funneling stolen tokens through Russian exchanges
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18 September, 2023

North Korean hackers funneling stolen tokens through Russian exchanges

North Korea shows no sign of slowing its ‘crypto’ hacking operations and is increasing its use of Russian digital asset...
Russia hints at programmable CBDC, adding tighter controls
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5 September, 2023

Russia hints at programmable CBDC, adding tighter controls

Russia CBDC with programmability features and additional strict protocols may possibly happen as per the State Duma Committee on Financial...
Atomic Wallet investors in Russia files for lawsuit over $100M hack: report
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25 August, 2023

Atomic Wallet investors in Russia files for lawsuit over $100M hack: report

The group of investors from Russia who lost $12 million are suing Atomic Wallet for failing to inform them or...
Russia to push ahead with CBDC pilot launch amid public concern
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15 August, 2023

Russia to push ahead with CBDC pilot launch amid public concern

As Russia prepares its digital ruble pilot, concerns arise over privacy and the CBDC's potential implications to the financial landscape,...
Bank of Russia unveils logo and commission fees for digital ruble: report
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12 August, 2023

Bank of Russia unveils logo and commission fees for digital ruble: report

Starting in 2025, business-to-business transactions involving the digital ruble will have a 15 rubles ($0.16) charge, while individuals will only...
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