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Russian Bankers Suggest Criminalizing Crypto Storage in Non-Custodial Wallets

Keeping cryptocurrencies in non-custodial wallets may be criminalized in Russia, if authorities accept a proposal from the trade association representing Russian banks. While financial regulators think the idea deserves attention,…

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Republic of Ireland to Prohibit Political Cryptocurrency Donations

The government of Ireland is preparing to ban political parties from accepting campaign donations in cryptocurrency. The move aims to block the perceived threat of Russian interference in the European…

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Russia Could Mine Bitcoin and Other Cryptocurrencies to Evade Sanctions, IMF Warns

Russia could use cryptocurrency mining to evade sanctions, according to the IMF. The IMF warned in its new report that sanctioned countries like Russia could use cryptocurrencies and significantly boost…

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Ireland Bans Crypto Donations for Political Parties Fearing Russian Intervention (Report)

Citing fears of Russian intervention, Irish authorities have implemented new integrity rules that prohibit political donations sent in the form of cryptocurrencies. The nation has also incorporated stricter rules on…

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Digital Ruble ‘Much Needed,’ Russia’s Central Bank Says, Won’t Delay Testing

The Central Bank of Russia has emphasized the importance of moving forward with its digital ruble project. According to a statement by a top representative, the monetary authority has no…

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