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Steemit to Have a Separate Russian-language Project

The Cyber.Fund team has announced creation of a Russian-language within decentralized social network Steemit. The Golos (“Voice”) project will undergo an ICO. Steemit earlier claimed to have an unprecedented traffic level comparable to that of early Facebook and Reddit, however, the Russian-speaking community seemed to fail to see any advantages in that. Cyber.Fund’s statement notes […]

Russia’s Financial Watchdog Believes Cryptocurrency Businesses Are Subject to Licensing

According to the Federal Financial Monitoring Service, Russian cryptocurrency market employs about 100 thousand people today. Therefore, the question of licensing those companies requires a solution.

Ukrainian Blockchain Enthusiasts From e-Vox Win the EGAP Challenge

Blockchain e-voting service e-Vox: NaRada became one of the winners of the first competition of e-democracy projects EGAP Challenge, organized by the State Agency of e-Government of Ukraine.

National Bank of Ukraine to Support Blockchain Technology Development

National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) is interested in further development of high-tech financial market in Ukraine as it will positively influence implementation of the Cashless Economy project.

Anonymous Person Donates 38 BTC to Africa’s Water Supply Project

An anonymous donator has sent 38 BTC amounting to $23,000 to charity fund BitGive. The money will be used to maintain operations of The Water Project in Africa.

LocalBitcoins Ban in Russia Brings Record Demand

According to the analytical service CoinDance, LocalBitcoins trading volumes in Russia have hit record highs.

Moscow Financial Forum to Discuss Blockchain Prospects

Blockchain technology and fintech innovations will be among the dominant themes at the Moscow Financial Forum which starts on Thursday, September 23.

Self-Proclaimed Donetsk Republic Discusses Possible Bitcoin Integration

“Donetsk People’s Republic”, the pro-Russian breakaway region of Eastern Ukraine, could integrate blockchain-based payment solutions. At least, this was something DAO “Donbass” represented by “Bitcoin Donbass” and the ministries of the self-proclaimed republic discussed on Wednesday, September 14, as part of the task force set up earlier this year.

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