OKX Limits Services for Russian Citizens
Due to the requirements of Russian regulators, OKX cryptocurrency exchange amended on June 19 the service for Russian citizens by restricting their access to a number of products.
Russia May Ask Crypto Exchanges to Verify Users’ Identity Through Passports
Russia has proposed to introduce passport identification of users of crypto exchanges.
Russia May Legalize Cryptocurrency Mining Next Year
Russia’s Parliament received a new draft law on the regulation of the mining industry last week.
Kraken Temporarily Bans Russian Users
Kraken has joined the list of cryptocurrency services that have stopped offering their services to Russian users.
Russian Users Are Banned From Making Any Transaction with Cryptocurrencies in the Eurozone
The authorities of the European Union have just approved a new sanctions package including clauses prohibiting Russians from using crypto wallets and trading platforms for transactions with digital assets.
Russia Will Lift Restrictions on Cryptocurrencies for International Transactions
The Bank of Russia has softened its position on cryptocurrencies and has agreed to the international use of such tools to circumvent economic sanctions.
Russia Intends to Sell Electricity to Kazakhstan for Crypto Mining
The Russian government is exploring the possibility of supplying electricity to Kazakhstan for the needs of crypto mining companies.
