Russia's Ministry of Digital Development requires major tech companies to block VPN access by April 15, 2026, or face IT accreditation loss and whitelist removal.
Creative industry entrepreneurs in Russia grew 10.6% annually, nearly double the national average of 3.9%. Sber and Avito launched support programs for creative businesses.
JPMorgan: Crypto Market Structure Act likely to pass mid-year
JPMorgan predicts the Crypto Market Structure Act will likely pass by mid-2026, potentially transforming the crypto market and attracting institutional investors.