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A Platform for Living: Sber Unveils Its Next Wave of Digital Services

Digital economy A Platform for Living: Sber Unveils Its Next Wave of Digital Services Sber is preparing to showcase new AI-driven consumer services, signaling its evolution from a major bank into one of Russia’s most influential technology ecosystems

04.12.2025 19:53

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Natalia Miloslavskaya: Cyberattacks Are Becoming More Sophisticated

Point of view Natalia Miloslavskaya: Cyberattacks Are Becoming More Sophisticated As digital networks grow increasingly complex and the global economy becomes ever more dependent on IT, cyberattacks are evolving in scale, sophistication, and impact. Information security is transforming into a core industry essential for governments, enterprises, and citizens alike. In this in-depth interview, Natalia Miloslavskaya, Professor at the Department of Information Security of Banking Systems at the National Research Nuclear University MEPhI, discusses the latest trends shaping cybersecurity in Russia and beyond.

24.10.2025 14:14

A New Reality: Why Russian Civil Servants Are Learning to Work with AI

Point of view A New Reality: Why Russian Civil Servants Are Learning to Work with AI Russia’s National Artificial Intelligence Development Strategy sets an ambitious goal: by 2030, at least 80% of workers — including government employees — should be using AI tools in their everyday tasks. Thousands of municipal and state officials across the country are already learning how to apply neural networks to daily work. IT RUSSIA spoke with Kirill Pshinnik, co-founder and CEO of Zerocoder University, about what this transformation means, why it matters, and how it will reshape governance

23.10.2025 00:29

‘We Are Different’: How Russia’s Regions Are Training the Next Generation of IT Professionals

Point of view ‘We Are Different’: How Russia’s Regions Are Training the Next Generation of IT Professionals The Russian IT and AI education market has experienced explosive growth over the past year. Between January and June 2025, the number of online schools teaching artificial intelligence skills doubled compared to all of 2024. The annual turnover of AI education projects is expected to exceed 5.6 billion rubles (around $63 million). According to Russia’s Ministry of Science and Higher Education, 'Informatics and Computer Engineering' became the most popular major among 2025 graduates, with 869,158 applications—an average of 22 candidates per place. And now, students can acquire sought-after skills without leaving their home regions.

23.10.2025 00:12

Russian AI-Powered Bionic Arms: How 'Motorica' Is Transforming Lives

Medicine and healthcare Russian AI-Powered Bionic Arms: How 'Motorica' Is Transforming Lives Russian medtech company 'Motorica' has rapidly grown from a small startup into a global prosthetics innovator. With $50 million in annual revenue and a presence in 15 countries, the firm is creating intelligent prosthetics powered by artificial intelligence and neural interfaces

18.10.2025 17:32

Iron Logic: Moscow Hosts Russia’s First Open National Robotics Olympiad

Education Iron Logic: Moscow Hosts Russia’s First Open National Robotics Olympiad Russia is launching its first-ever nationwide robotics olympiad for school students, marking a milestone in the country’s growing commitment to STEM education and technological development. The event invites young engineers to compete in two areas — unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and mobile robotics — turning classrooms into launchpads for innovation.

11.10.2025 19:20

Virtual 360-Degree Tours Are Attracting Tourists to Transbaikalia

Culture, sports and media Virtual 360-Degree Tours Are Attracting Tourists to Transbaikalia A unique historical museum in Siberia’s Transbaikalia region can now be visited without leaving home. The Decembrists Museum in Chita has gone digital, offering a full 360-degree virtual tour — the first step toward a complete VR mapping of the region’s cultural landmarks.

05.10.2025 21:30

Russian Railways Strengthens Cybersecurity with Kaspersky Lab Partnership

Cybersecurity Russian Railways Strengthens Cybersecurity with Kaspersky Lab Partnership Russian Railways (RZD) has signed a strategic agreement with Kaspersky Lab to strengthen cybersecurity across its critical infrastructure. The collaboration will launch pilot projects and deployments based on KasperskyOS, creating an import-independent security platform for the nation’s transport sector.

05.10.2025 20:19

Investors Are Flocking to Russia’s Digital Financial Assets

Digital economy Investors Are Flocking to Russia’s Digital Financial Assets Russia’s fast-growing market for digital financial assets (DFAs) is emerging as a new driver of the country’s digital economy. Amid rising investor interest and high borrowing costs, DFAs are becoming a preferred alternative for raising capital and diversifying portfolios.

05.10.2025 18:42

Rostelecom Launches Turbo Cloud, a New Cloud Provider for Business

Communications and telecom Rostelecom Launches Turbo Cloud, a New Cloud Provider for Business Rostelecom has launched a new technology brand, Turbo Cloud, targeting corporate clients across Russia with a strong regional presence and investments of about 40 billion rubles over the next few years.

04.10.2025 22:56

“Digital ID” in Max Messenger: Your Mobile Wallet for Identity

Public administration and services for citizens “Digital ID” in Max Messenger: Your Mobile Wallet for Identity In today’s world, smartphones already handle payments, tickets, and passwords. Russia is now taking the next step by embedding identity credentials directly into Max, its national messenger app, offering citizens a secure and convenient alternative to paper and plastic IDs.

23.09.2025 15:42

“There’s No Such Thing as Pure AI”: Robert Vasiliev on What Artificial Intelligence Really Is – and Whether It Could Take Over the World

Point of view “There’s No Such Thing as Pure AI”: Robert Vasiliev on What Artificial Intelligence Really Is – and Whether It Could Take Over the World Artificial intelligence is one of the most talked‑about technologies of our time: feared, worshipped, debated over dinner tables. At the same time, it’s entering our daily lives and workplaces. But what exactly lies behind the term? We spoke with Robert Vasiliev, Vice President of the Association of AI Laboratories (ALRII), to cut through the hype. Where does AI genuinely deliver results, where is it overrated, and what might the future hold?

15.09.2025 16:25

Place of Power: Russia’s Main IT Platform RIF-2025 Generates Ideas for the Future

Place of Power: Russia’s Main IT Platform RIF-2025 Generates Ideas for the Future

01.09.2025 19:14

Amir Khamitov: 'Act Now – and Russia Will Emerge as a Leader in Digital Sports'

Point of view Amir Khamitov: 'Act Now – and Russia Will Emerge as a Leader in Digital Sports'

26.06.2025 12:52

Making the Impossible Possible: How Russian VFX Studios Are Building a New Cinematic Reality

Culture, sports and media Making the Impossible Possible: How Russian VFX Studios Are Building a New Cinematic Reality

14.06.2025 14:58

Exporting Russia’s GovTech: Digital Platforms Reach the Global South

Digital products and platforms Exporting Russia’s GovTech: Digital Platforms Reach the Global South

14.06.2025 14:48

Sergey Erokhin: “Russia is among the world leaders in digital transformation”

Point of view Sergey Erokhin: “Russia is among the world leaders in digital transformation”

05.06.2025 14:35

“Better to See Once”: Konstantin Mayor on How Russia Is Building a Digital Future

Point of view “Better to See Once”: Konstantin Mayor on How Russia Is Building a Digital Future

05.06.2025 14:03

Russia’s IT Sector Posts Nearly 28% Average Annual Growth Over Five Years

News Russia’s IT Sector Posts Nearly 28% Average Annual Growth Over Five Years

04.06.2025 19:27

Russia’s Tech Export Strategy Is Winning Over the Global South — and Challenging the West’s Digital Monopoly

Digital products and platforms Russia’s Tech Export Strategy Is Winning Over the Global South — and Challenging the West’s Digital Monopoly

04.06.2025 15:30

Russian AI Platform Could Revolutionize Global Drug Discovery—One Atom at a Time

Science and new technologies Russian AI Platform Could Revolutionize Global Drug Discovery—One Atom at a Time

04.06.2025 15:20

Russia’s EdTech Ecosystem Goes Global—With AI, Personalization and Export in Mind

Education Russia’s EdTech Ecosystem Goes Global—With AI, Personalization and Export in Mind

04.06.2025 15:16

Russian Tech Finds New Frontiers in the Global South

Digital economy Russian Tech Finds New Frontiers in the Global South

04.06.2025 15:10

Russia’s Digital Ecosystems Offer Blueprint for the Global South

Public administration and services for citizens Russia’s Digital Ecosystems Offer Blueprint for the Global South

04.06.2025 14:36

AI Supercharges Nuclear: How Digital Technologies Are Reshaping Reactor Performance

The nuclear industry AI Supercharges Nuclear: How Digital Technologies Are Reshaping Reactor Performance

04.06.2025 13:29

Future Games: Russia’s High-Tech Olympics Are Redefining What It Means to Compete

Culture, sports and media Future Games: Russia’s High-Tech Olympics Are Redefining What It Means to Compete

04.06.2025 13:22

How AI is Turning Russia’s Utility Sector Into a Technological Export Industry

Energy and housing and communal services How AI is Turning Russia’s Utility Sector Into a Technological Export Industry

04.06.2025 13:17

Russian Teens Are Turning to AI for Advice. What Does That Mean for the Future of Learning?

Education Russian Teens Are Turning to AI for Advice. What Does That Mean for the Future of Learning?

04.06.2025 13:15

Russian Industrial Software Finds Its Global Footing

Industry and import substitution Russian Industrial Software Finds Its Global Footing

04.06.2025 13:11

Quantum Leap: Russia Builds the Backbone for Next-Gen Secure Communications

Communications and telecom Quantum Leap: Russia Builds the Backbone for Next-Gen Secure Communications

04.06.2025 13:10

The Smart Mine Revolution: How Russia is Pushing the Boundaries of Autonomous Underground Operations

Extractive industry The Smart Mine Revolution: How Russia is Pushing the Boundaries of Autonomous Underground Operations

04.06.2025 13:05

Russia Has Learned to Rapidly Match AI Models for Particle Accelerators

News Russia Has Learned to Rapidly Match AI Models for Particle Accelerators A new machine-learning algorithm developed in Russia dramatically speeds up the selection of neural networks used to analyze particle‑accelerator data, reducing computational demand eightfold

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A Neural Network Will Eliminate Fuel-Station Lines in Russia

News A Neural Network Will Eliminate Fuel-Station Lines in Russia A new AI-powered system developed in Russia promises to transform the way fuel stations operate by preventing long waits and keeping traffic flowing smoothly

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Russia Launches Mass Production of “Smart” Grinding Machines

News Russia Launches Mass Production of “Smart” Grinding Machines A new generation of automated, high‑precision grinding systems is entering serial production in Russia, offering aerospace and energy manufacturers a homegrown solution for machining some of the most complex engine components

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A Neural Network Will Design “Perpetual” Roads in Russia’s Permafrost Regions

News A Neural Network Will Design “Perpetual” Roads in Russia’s Permafrost Regions Russian researchers have developed an AI system capable of designing durable, year‑round roads for heavy machinery across some of the country’s most inaccessible permafrost and swamp regions

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Russia Creates a Hyperrealistic Sculptural Reconstruction of an Ancient Mummy

News Russia Creates a Hyperrealistic Sculptural Reconstruction of an Ancient Mummy Russian scientists have unveiled a hyperrealistic reconstruction of an ancient Egyptian priest, using digital technologies, CT scans, and sculptural mastery to recreate a face unseen for more than three millennia

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Russia Develops AI System to Bring Abandoned Farmland Back Into Use

News Russia Develops AI System to Bring Abandoned Farmland Back Into Use A new Russian AI system is stepping into one of the country’s biggest agricultural challenges: identifying and restoring abandoned farmland, a move that could reshape regional food production and resource planning

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Russian Messenger MAX Adds Student Services: From Class Schedules to Campus Navigation

News Russian Messenger MAX Adds Student Services: From Class Schedules to Campus Navigation New student-built chatbots and mini-apps integrated into Russia’s MAX messenger aim to streamline campus life, from schedules and lab reservations to navigation across university buildings

04.12.2025 21:02

Russian Scientists Develop AI-Powered Probe for Precision Cavity Treatment

News Russian Scientists Develop AI-Powered Probe for Precision Cavity Treatment A new AI-driven optical probe developed in Russia gives dentists real‑time, objective data about tooth tissue, potentially transforming global standards of minimally invasive dentistry

04.12.2025 20:00

Russian Scientists Create Breakthrough Road‑Repair Material

News Russian Scientists Create Breakthrough Road‑Repair Material A new bitumen suspension and a digital control tool developed in Russia may transform road maintenance, allowing crews to repair potholes even in freezing conditions

04.12.2025 19:10

Artificial Intelligence Helps Russian Meteorologists Improve Weather Forecasting

News Artificial Intelligence Helps Russian Meteorologists Improve Weather Forecasting Russian meteorologists are turning to artificial intelligence to enhance accuracy in weather forecasting, creating a powerful partnership between physical modeling and neural network analytics

04.12.2025 18:33

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Russia Has Learned to Rapidly Match AI Models for Particle Accelerators

Russia Has Learned to Rapidly Match AI Models for Particle Accelerators

A Neural Network Will Eliminate Fuel-Station Lines in Russia

Russia Launches Mass Production of “Smart” Grinding Machines

A Neural Network Will Design “Perpetual” Roads in Russia’s Permafrost Regions

Russian Scientists Develop Drone-Based Seismic Robot for Arctic Exploration

Russian Scientists Develop Drone-Based Seismic Robot for Arctic Exploration

Playing the Russian Way: Why the Father of Counter‑Strike Praised Russian Developers

Russia’s Cloudmaster Platform Helps Cosmetics Manufacturer Gain Full Control Over Cloud Infrastructure

Kaspersky Launches Cybersecurity Career Pathway Platform

New law on digital currency: how the electronic payment market will change

New law on digital currency: how the electronic payment market will change

Breakthrough in cybersecurity: new methods of personal data protection

Cybersecurity in the Age of Digitalization Analysis of Current Threats and Protection Methods

Artificial Intelligence

Digital Tools Empower Government Functions

Digital Tools Empower Government Functions

Artificial Intelligence in Everyday Life: Russia’s Practical Implementation

Artificial intelligence has learned to recognize users' emotions

Robotization of production: how automation is changing the labor market

Laws and standards

Russia Calls for Unified International Norms in Digital Security

Russia Calls for Unified International Norms in Digital Security

The Russian Model of Digital Integration as a New Framework for Global Cooperation

Russia Proposes AI Governed by Human Conscience

Blockchain is more than cryptocurrency: unexpected uses for the technology

“Don’t Try to Seize the Unseizable”: How Russia Can Leverage Its Advantages to Become an IT Leader

“Don’t Try to Seize the Unseizable”: How Russia Can Leverage Its Advantages to Become an IT Leader

Amir Khamitov: ‘Russia Was the First Country to Stand Against Electronic Doping in Esports’

Natalia Miloslavskaya: Cyberattacks Are Becoming More Sophisticated

A New Reality: Why Russian Civil Servants Are Learning to Work with AI

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