Tag: Russia
NCA: Artwork storage at risk of ML by individuals under Russia...
The UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) has issued an amber alert about the potential use of artwork for money laundering by individuals under Russia-related...
Five alleged spies with links to ex Wirecard Chief attend court...
Five alleged spies accused by the UK of being part of a Russian spy ring are also reported to have links to disgraced Wirecard...
Suella Braverman looks to strengthen UK’s ability to eradicate ‘dirty money’
The UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman has strengthened the UK’s fight against ‘dirty money’ with the unveiling of a new strategy on economic crime.
Central...
Russia to launch pilot for Digital Ruble this April
Russia is preparing to launch a pilot for its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC); the digital ruble, this April in connection with a dozen...
Russia on the verge of legalising cross-border crypto payments
Cryptocurrencies being used for international trade could become a reality in Russia, as the country is close to formalising legislation that will allow cross-border...
Paynetics and phyre combine to support humanitarian organisations
Sofia-based ‘regulated fintech’ Paynetics and digital wallet provider phyre have joined forces to release a free mobile offering aimed at equipping charities with improved...
The EU extends sanctions against Russia and Belarus
The European Commission has announced an approval over the extension of sanctions affecting Russia and Belarus.
In response to the newest developments of the Ukraine...
Russia looks to UnionPay to ease the impact of Western sanctions
Russia is looking to China to ease the economic pressure caused by the intensifying of sanctions by Western governments and financial institutions.
With lines at...
Volt unites with Yapily and Token to boost donations in Ukraine
Utilising open payments tech, Volt, Yapily, and Token have united to boost cross-border donations to victims in Ukraine.
As part of the collaboration the three...
VISA and Mastercard suspend all operations in Russia
Visa and Mastercard has suspended all operations in Russia, further increasing sanctions on the country over its invasion of Ukraine.
Users of both companies will...
