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Russian State Duma building representing the new cryptocurrency legislation and $4,000 annual purchase cap.

Russia’s Crypto Bill: The $4,000 Annual Cap That Could Reshape Digital Asset Access

January 28, 2026 j n

Moscow, Russia – May 2025: Russian lawmakers are advancing a comprehensive cryptocurrency bill that could fundamentally alter how citizens access digital assets. The proposed legislation, which targets a July 2027 effective date, introduces a potential annual purchase limit of $4,000 for individual investors, mandates strict exchange registration, and grants the central bank significant oversight authority. […]

A laptop screen shows a Russian internet block page, representing Russia's crackdown on cryptocurrency news websites.

Russia Blocks Crypto News: Roskomnadzor’s Sweeping Crackdown on Cryptocurrency Media

January 27, 2026 j n

Moscow, Russia – April 2025: In a significant escalation of digital control, Russia’s federal telecommunications regulator, Roskomnadzor, has blocked residential internet access to over a dozen prominent international cryptocurrency news websites. This sweeping move, first reported by BeInCrypto, represents a major intensification of the state’s long-running campaign to control information surrounding digital assets. The blocked […]

WhiteBIT cryptocurrency exchange response to Russia ban showing geopolitical impact on crypto markets.

WhiteBIT Russia Ban: Cryptocurrency Exchange Reveals 2022 Exit and Stunning Eightfold Growth

January 27, 2026 j n

Global, April 2025: The cryptocurrency exchange WhiteBIT has publicly addressed a recent announcement from Russian authorities, firmly stating that it ceased all operations and services within Russia back in 2022. This clarification comes in direct response to the Russian government’s new move to formally ban transactions with the platform, a decision reportedly linked to WhiteBIT’s […]

Conceptual image of Russia banning the WhiteBIT cryptocurrency exchange over its support for Ukraine, showing digital conflict.

Cryptocurrency Exchange WhiteBIT Banned by Russia in Stunning Move Over Ukraine Support

January 26, 2026 j n

Moscow, April 2025: In a significant escalation of the digital front in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Russian authorities have formally banned all transactions with the cryptocurrency exchange WhiteBIT. The stunning move designates WhiteBIT and its parent company, W Group, as “Undesirable Organizations,” rendering any related financial activities within Russian jurisdiction illegal. This decisive action directly targets […]

Symbolic representation of the nearly ready document to end the Russia-Ukraine war as announced by President Zelenskyy.

Zelenskyy Announces Hopeful Breakthrough: Document to End Russia-Ukraine War Nearly Ready

January 22, 2026 j n

In a development signaling a potential historic pivot, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated on Tuesday that a foundational document aimed at ending the protracted Russia-Ukraine war is nearly complete, according to a report by Walter Bloomberg. This announcement, made from Kyiv, Ukraine, injects a note of cautious optimism into a conflict that has reshaped global […]

Russian lawmakers propose fines for illegal cryptocurrency mining operations in new legislation

Russian Crypto Mining Bill: Lawmakers Propose Stiff Fines for Illegal Operations

January 20, 2026 j n

MOSCOW, Russia – In a significant regulatory development, four members of Russia’s State Duma have introduced legislation proposing substantial fines for illegal cryptocurrency mining operations. This Russian crypto mining bill represents the latest chapter in the country’s complex relationship with digital assets, potentially reshaping how authorities approach unauthorized mining activities that have proliferated across the […]

Russia central bank requires commercial banks to report cryptocurrency and NFT transactions for regulatory compliance.

Russia’s Crypto Crackdown: Central Bank Demands Banks Report All Digital Asset Transactions

January 16, 2026 j n

MOSCOW, RUSSIA – In a significant move to tighten oversight of the digital asset ecosystem, Russia’s central bank is advancing a plan that would compel commercial banks to submit detailed reports on all customer cryptocurrency transactions. This regulatory push, first reported by Cryptopolitan citing local media in early 2025, marks a pivotal shift in Russia’s […]

Russian State Duma building with digital cryptocurrency symbols representing the new retail investment bill.

Russian Crypto Bill Sparks Hope: Pivotal Legislation for Retail Investment Set for Spring Debate

January 14, 2026 j n

MOSCOW, RUSSIA – March 2025: A potentially transformative draft bill, poised to grant millions of non-professional Russian investors access to cryptocurrency markets, will enter crucial parliamentary discussions this spring, according to a key financial lawmaker. This legislative move represents a significant evolution in Russia’s complex relationship with digital assets, potentially integrating cryptocurrencies into the daily […]

US Treasury Secretary announces intensified Russia sanctions, impacting global finance.

Urgent: US Treasury Intensifies Russia Sanctions Amid Global Scrutiny

October 22, 2025 coinpulse_staff

The financial world holds its breath as U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces a significant escalation. New, strengthened Russia sanctions are imminent. Details will emerge within the next 24 to 48 hours. This development signals a critical shift in global financial policy. Investors, analysts, and international bodies are closely watching for the specifics. The impending […]

A visual representation of the U.S. Treasury's enforcement actions, with blockchain elements and a focus on Garantex sanctions, symbolizing financial regulation.

Garantex Sanctions: Urgent U.S. Treasury Action Targets Russian Crypto Exchange

August 14, 2025 coinpulse_staff

The U.S. Treasury has announced significant new actions. This move directly targets the Russian cryptocurrency exchange Garantex. This development marks a critical escalation in the ongoing global effort to combat illicit finance within the digital asset space. For anyone following the intersection of crypto and national security, this news is paramount. It signals a strong […]