Bitcoin

Russia has been a major hub for crypto mining and on‑ramps; tightening digital access adds to the global regulatory pressure already felt from Western sanctions, reinforcing a risk‑off bias across the crypto market. At the same time, capital flight from Russia historically fuels demand for BTC as a censorship‑resistant store of value, creating a tug‑of‑war between short‑term sell pressure and longer‑term safe‑haven buying.

The Kremlin imposed internet restrictions, citing public safety, which are frustrating businesses and the public.