Russia2026-07-09 02:30:13Russia Tightens Internet Controls as VPN Providers Refuse State Blacklist IntegrationRussian regulators are escalating pressure on VPN services to connect to a state blacklist system, but many providers have refused, with some moving operations abroad as the Runet control battle intensifies.530
Russia2026-07-08 21:34:18Russia Passes Runet Isolation Law, Crypto Industry Faces New HurdlesThe Russian State Duma adopts a law to isolate Runet from the global internet, aiming to create a 'sovereign' space. The law may impact cryptocurrency businesses, increasing costs and regulatory risks. Implementation costs are estimated at 30 billion rubles, sparking industry concerns.460
Russia2026-07-08 21:38:13Russia Pushes Sovereign Internet Law as Runet Faces Deeper Isolation RisksRussia’s sovereign internet push could reroute domestic traffic through state-controlled infrastructure, raise costs for operators and users, and create new risks for crypto businesses already operating in a legal gray zone.510
Russia2026-07-08 21:34:18Russia Passes 'Sovereign Internet' Law: Runet to Be Isolated, Crypto Sector Faces New HurdlesRussia's State Duma has adopted a law to isolate the Russian internet (Runet) from the global web, creating government-controlled DNS and traffic routing. Critics warn of censorship risks and soaring costs, while the cryptocurrency industry may suffer from increased regulation and market uncertainty.490
Russia2026-07-08 21:32:13Russia Adopts Runet Law to Isolate Internet, Crypto Industry Faces New HurdlesRussia's State Duma passed the 'Digital Economy National Program' bill to isolate the Russian internet (Runet) from the global web, creating a sovereign internet space. The law, criticized for high costs and censorship risks, could negatively impact cryptocurrency businesses, pushing developers to seek friendlier jurisdictions.550
