UK mulls ban on crypto cash in politics — putting Farage in firing line – POLITICO
Transparency experts have warned that the source of cryptocurrency donations can be difficult to track. That raises concerns…
No ‘finalized’ peace plan on Ukraine – POLITICO
“Ministers agreed we need to agree on the funding options as a matter of urgency,” Kallas told reporters…
Russian economic meltdown as banks face £100bn ‘time bomb’ and ‘full-blown crisis’ | World | News
Russia’s economy is facing a “time bomb”, as sanctions escalate and interest rates remain high. Businesses around the…
UK to impose Trump-style migrant visa bans – POLITICO
The three countries have collectively refused to take back more than 4,000 unauthorized immigrants and foreign criminals from…
Russia’s first AI-powered robot walked on stage to triumphant music, took a few steps, and then immediately faceplanted
Russia’s first domestically produced artificial intelligence-powered humanoid robot faceplanted during its first public demonstration this week, underscoring the…
Russia’s ‘disposable-goods’ economy gets busier but poorer, and sanctions could trigger a recession
Vladimir Putin’s wartime economy has been resilient in the face of Western sanctions triggered by his invasion of…
Russia’s central bank tries to prop up ailing economy with rate cut – POLITICO
It’s unusual for a central bank to lower its policy rate while revising its inflation outlook upward, since…
Kill Russian oil in Europe – POLITICO
The sanctions threaten to take out “half” of those supplies, he said, given the measures prevent the two…
UK parliament mulls crackdown on Chinese visitors – POLITICO
Speaker Hoyle discussed the situation with his European counterpart to learn how such restrictions could be practically imposed…
Russia’s Metals Industry Faces Layoffs, Shortened Workweeks – Reuters
Russia’s metals industry is facing a wave of layoffs and reduced working hours as demand slumps and financial…
Russia’s Wartime Economy Creaks Under Inflation and Fuel Shortages
Driving a taxi in the Russian capital was never very lucrative for Said, a Tajik migrant living in…
Roman Abramovich defeated in legal fight against EU sanctions – POLITICO
Sanctions against former Chelsea FC owner are “necessary and appropriate,” the EU’s top court says. Listen AI generated…