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OFAC Sanctions Russian UAV Developer KB Vostok Amid Ukraine Conflict
OFAC imposes sanctions on Russian drone developer KB Vostok, linked to Ukraine invasion, disrupting Russia’s military supply chain.
Russia Legalizes Crypto Mining and Payments Amid Sanctions
In response to Western sanctions, Russia has enacted legislation legalizing cryptocurrency mining and international payments, a strategic pivot aimed at mitigating economic pressures.
NCA Targets Russian Money Laundering Networks in Major Operation
The UK’s National Crime Agency disrupts a major Russian money laundering network, leading to 84 arrests and the seizure of over 20 million Euros in cash and cryptocurrency.
U.S. Treasury Targets Russian Crypto Economy with Sanctions on A7A5 and Exchanges
The U.S. Treasury's OFAC has imposed sanctions on Russian crypto economy players, including Garantex, Grinex, and the A7A5 token, aiming to curb sanction evasion efforts.
EU Intensifies Sanctions on Russia, Impacting LNG, Banking, and Crypto Exchanges
The European Union has unveiled a new sanctions package against Russia, targeting liquefied natural gas imports, banks, and cryptocurrency exchanges to enhance pressure on Moscow.
EU Sanctions Target Russia-Linked A7A5 Stablecoin
The European Union has imposed sanctions on the Russia-linked A7A5 stablecoin, part of its 19th sanctions package. This move affects Russia's crypto strategies.
Russia Considers Crypto in Divorce Settlements Amidst Rising Adoption
Russian lawmakers propose recognizing cryptocurrency as marital property in divorce settlements as the country sees a surge in crypto transactions.
Japan Asks Crypto Exchanges to Cancel Russian Sanction Related Transactions
Following concerns from the G7 nations, Japan has requested crypto exchanges to suspend transactions of crypto assets that are subject to asset-freeze sanctions against Russia and Belarus, Reuters reported.
Iran and Russia Seek A Gold-Backed Stablecoin
Iran and Russia are planning a gold-backed cryptocurrency. In Astrakhan, Russia began accepting Iranian goods, a stablecoin would function. Instead of utilizing dollars, rubles, or rials, the initiative would allow cross-border transactions.
Russian Crypto Startup InDeFi to Launch Ruble Stablecoin following DAI Model
The new stablecoin project has no connection with the Bank of Russia’s digital ruble. The stablecoin will be pegged to ruble fiat currency.
Breaking: Binance Sells Russian Operations to CommEX, Exits Market
Binance has announced the sale of its entire Russia business to CommEX, citing compliance issues as the primary reason for the exit. The transition process for existing Russian users is expected to take up to one year, with no financial strings attached to the deal for Binance.