Russia Sets Deadline for P2P Crypto Trading Ban
The Bank of Russia will prohibit peer-to-peer cryptocurrency trading starting July 1, 2027, mandating that all digital asset transactions occur through licensed intermediaries.

The Bank of Russia will prohibit peer-to-peer cryptocurrency trading starting July 1, 2027, mandating that all digital asset transactions occur through licensed intermediaries.

Russia will ban direct peer-to-peer cryptocurrency trading starting July 1, 2027, mandating the use of authorized intermediaries for all such transactions.

Russian Railways has introduced the DP2D, the country's first push-pull diesel train, designed for non-electrified routes with a top speed of 120 km/h.

Dreame has released its flagship X60 Pro Ultra Matrix robot vacuum in Russia, featuring advanced obstacle navigation and automated mop-swapping technology for 169 990 ₽.

Russian companies UCSSB and Data Center Expert have formed a strategic partnership to collaborate on the design, construction, and security of domestic data centers.
Security Vision and Perspektivny Monitoring have entered into a technological partnership to develop joint information security projects and enhance their service offerings.
ECM-Consulting and Sharx DC have announced the technical compatibility of the M1:Archive platform and the Sharx Base infrastructure software.
Russian chipmakers demonstrated new silicon designs, including RISC-V, Arm, and Elbrus-based hardware, at the ME26 exhibition in Sochi.
A joint study by YooMoney and SberHealth shows that 18% of Russians now consult AI for medical advice, while the pharmacy market shifts toward integrated digital ecosystems.
The Lazurit Central Design Bureau will test Ascon's new Digital Shipbuilding Platform on an Arctic tanker project to advance domestic software adoption in the industry.
A new facility for multi-walled carbon nanotube production has launched in Novosibirsk following a 680 ₽ million investment by the NTI fund.
Identity Blitz and Red Soft have announced the full compatibility of the Blitz Identity Provider server and the Red Adm IT infrastructure management system.
Russian Railways will finalize testing of new T-gauge carriages in 2027, following the introduction of updated compartment cars on the Moscow-Saint Petersburg route in late 2025.

Honor has released the X9e Pro smartphone in Russia, featuring a high-capacity 11,000 mAh battery, ruggedized construction, and a 108 MP camera system starting at 42,990 ₽.

The Russian Ministry of Digital Development has proposed a 1 trillion ruble budget for 2027–2029, prioritizing cybersecurity, AI development, and digital infrastructure.
The Russian Ministry of Digital Development plans to mandate the integration of the national Kuznyechik encryption algorithm into all 5G smartphones by March 2032.
5G networks are now active in 35 Russian cities, with MTS leading the expansion and T2 reporting 700,000 users in the first week.

Digital Habits Group announced a 62% revenue growth and a 120.4% increase in net profit for the first half of 2026, driven by strong software product sales.
The Russian Ministry of Digital Development plans to mandate support for the domestic Kuznechik encryption algorithm in all 5G smartphones by March 2032.

WhatsApp now allows users to join audio and video calls via browser links without requiring an account or app installation, though the feature remains blocked in Russia.