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Iranian businesses get the green light to use crypto for imports
30.8.2022
Iran's Trade ministry has approved the use of cryptocurrency payments for imports in a bid to bolster trade in the country
Sanctions, Disagreements Hamper Regulation of Crypto Mining in Russia, Experts Say
25.8.2022
The changing geopolitical and economic environment, as well as persisting differences between responsible government institutions, are hindering the advance of legislation tailored to regulate cryptocurrency mining in Russia. According to a report quoting industry watchers, these factors...
Russia’s GDP Decline Less Severe Than Expected, Wall Street Returns to Russian Bonds, Putin Criticizes US ‘Hegemony’
17.8.2022
While the ongoing war in Ukraine continues, the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation detailed this week that Russia’s economic hardships are less severe than expected. Russia’s economic ministry says that the economy’s gross domestic product (GDP)...
Iran Amends Regulations to Ease Crypto Miners’ Access to Renewable Energy
29.7.2022
Authorities in Iran have revised some rules for the crypto mining industry in order to facilitate its access to green power. Licensed miners will now be able to purchase electricity produced from renewable sources from across the country at lower rates. Cryptocurrency Miners in Iran Allowed...
Russia Gears Up to Regulate NFTs Through Legislative Amendments
27.7.2022
Authorities in Russia are preparing a number of changes to existing laws in order to adopt rules for the country’s market for non-fungible tokens, or NFTs. A working group has discussed the matter and proposed solutions to legally define and regulate transactions with the digital...
Japan Ministry of Economy launches Web3 policy office
26.7.2022
The new body will bring together the financial regulators and creative industries to formulate the policies in the Metaverse
Meta History Museum Raised Over $1,000,000, Releases New NFT Collection in Support of Ukraine
24.7.2022
The META HISTORY project team created Ukraine’s first NFT war museum one month after Russia’s full-scale invasion. Since then they have managed to raise $1,290,398 (803.28 ETH) for the Aid For Ukraine crypto fund, created by the Ukrainian Ministry of Digital Transformation together...
Russia Considers Jail Time for People Helping Crypto Scammers Launder Proceeds
15.7.2022
The interior ministry of Russia has decided to go after those providing money-laundering services to crypto fraudsters, suggesting they should go to prison. The department wants to introduce criminal liability for the activities of these people, also known as ‘droppers.’...
Bank of Russia Says Stablecoins Are Not Suitable for Settlements
14.7.2022
The Central Bank of Russia has spoken out against stablecoins, which it says are highly risky and not fit for payments. The monetary authority reacted to a statement by a top finance ministry official who suggested that his department would support the development of Russian stablecoins....
Spain to Offer Grants for Metaverse Companies
12.7.2022
The government of Spain has announced it will issue a series of grants and aid for metaverse-related developments. The individuals and companies interested in receiving these grants will have to be based in the European Union or Spain and present a plan, and meet a series of requirements, to...
Russia’s Finance Ministry Supports Circulation of Stablecoins in Country
9.7.2022
The Russian Ministry of Finance is ready to back the legalization of transactions with stablecoins in Russia, according to a high-ranking representative. While the ministry recognizes that cryptocurrencies could lay the ground for a new financial system, the department is unsure if it will...
Colombia Issues Guide for Implementing Blockchain for Public Projects in the Country
8.7.2022
The Ministry of Information Technologies and Communications of Colombia, Mintic, has issued a guide that describes the steps to implement blockchain in projects directed at the state level. The document defines blockchain and its basic elements, and also describes the guidelines that some projects...
Bank of Russia Ready to Legalize Crypto Mining If Miners Sell Minted Coins Abroad
4.7.2022
The Central Bank of Russia would agree to the legalization of cryptocurrency mining, provided the proceeds from the activity are converted to fiat outside of Russia. The regulator’s latest position on the matter comes after it softened its stance on the possible use of cryptocurrencies...
Reports Claim Russia Defaulted on Foreign Debt for the First Time in a Century, Kremlin Disagrees and Says It Paid
27.6.2022
According to reports, the Russian Federation has defaulted on its foreign debt for the first time since 1918. Bondholders told the press that they had not received payments from the transcontinental country. However, Russia’s finance ministry denies the allegations and says the country made...
Russian Ministry of Finance Says There’s No Place for Crypto in Oil Trading
23.6.2022
The Russian finance ministry has cast doubt on talk of the nation selling oil for crypto – but claims that blockchain-powered tokens could play an “alternative” role in the business dealings of smaller-scale exporters....
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Ukraine Raises Over $100,000 From Cryptopunk NFT Sale
22.6.2022
The government of Ukraine has sold a Cryptopunk NFT donated in support of the war-torn country a few months ago. The token has been purchased by an unidentified buyer who spent more than $100,000 in ethereum for the collectible, the country’s digital transformation ministry said. Ukraine...
Iran to Shut Down Crypto Mining Farms Amid Record High Power Demand
21.6.2022
Authorities in Iran plan to unplug licensed crypto mining facilities as electricity consumption in the country is reaching record highs. The mining farms will be cut off from the grid on Wednesday, the Islamic Republic’s Ministry of Energy announced. Legal Crypto Miners in Iran to Halt...
Russian Finance Ministry Rules Out Sale of Oil for Bitcoin
20.6.2022
The Russian government considers bitcoin as a payment option for small business transactions, not for oil exports, the country’s finance ministry has indicated. A top official emphasized the department means that cryptocurrencies may be used in barter deals, but not as legal tender. Crypto...
Uganda Claims Exploration Surveys Discovered 31 Million Metric Tons of Gold
18.6.2022
While gold is often considered a scarce asset, Uganda explained on Wednesday that recently conducted exploration surveys indicate that there’s roughly 31 million metric tons of gold ore waiting to be mined in the region. Moreover, a spokesperson from Uganda’s Ministry of Energy...
Russia Edges Closer to Crypto Regulation as Ruling Party, Energy Ministry Push for Legislation
7.6.2022
Crypto regulation is likely to come sooner rather than later in Russia, leading politicians hope – with the ruling United Russia party throwing its weight behind legislative proposals and the Ministry of Energy voicing its support for crypto mining....
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