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Russia's Central Bank Backs Move to Block Bitcoin Websites

An official from Russia's central bank has said his institution will back efforts to block access to websites selling cryptocurrencies in the country.

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Russia's Central Depository Trials Hyperledger for Bond Trading

Russia's central securities depository (CSD) is testing a new blockchain-based commercial bond trading platform built on Hyperledger Fabric.

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Russia's Deputy PM: Blockchain Could See 'Broad Use in State Administration'

Russia's deputy prime minister has spoken about the government's possible use of blockchain for state services.

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Russia Likely to Ban Bitcoin Payments, Deputy Finance Minister Says

Russia's cryptocurrency bill is expected to be completed by October, according to a senior government official.

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ICO First: Farm Collective Wins Clearinghouse Approval for Token Sale

The first initial coin offering in Russia sanctioned by a traditional clearing house is underway, a step toward legitimization of blockchain tokens.

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Blockchain Truce? Putin's Internet Adviser Calls for US-Russia Cooperation

Collaboration, not competition: that's the message an advisor to Russian President Vladimir Putin is putting forward in a new interview.

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Russian Central Bank Strikes Restrictive Tone on Cryptocurrency

Russia's central bank doesn't want to see cryptocurrencies classified as a form of foreign currency, according to statements from its governor.

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Russian Minister: It's 'Impossible' to Ignore Cryptocurrencies

A minister in Russia's government said this week that cryptocurrencies and blockchain are "impossible to ignore."

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Russian Finance Minister: 'No Point in Prohibiting' Cryptocurrencies

Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov said his department will regulate the use of cryptocurrencies in the country by the end of 2017.

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Putin-Backed Political Group Advances 'Green' Cryptocurrency Concept

A Russian political group formed by President Vladimir Putin is planning to advance a green-friendly cryptocurrency concept.

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