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Alexander Goldstein: “Vibe Coding Is a New Reality That Could Reshape Software Development”

Point of view Alexander Goldstein: “Vibe Coding Is a New Reality That Could Reshape Software Development”IT expert discusses the trends redefining modern development

16.02.2026 16:59

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Alexander Goldstein: “Vibe Coding Is a New Reality That Could Reshape Software Development”

Point of view Alexander Goldstein: “Vibe Coding Is a New Reality That Could Reshape Software Development”IT expert discusses the trends redefining modern development

16.02.2026 16:59

Sergey Lebedev: “The market does not need gadgets – it needs resilient navigation systems that actually work in real-world conditions”

Point of view Sergey Lebedev: “The market does not need gadgets – it needs resilient navigation systems that actually work in real-world conditions”Satellite navigation systems are developing at pace in Russia.

03.02.2026 13:38

Russia’s AI-and-Cloud Strategy in an Era of Global Volatility (part III)

Point of view Russia’s AI-and-Cloud Strategy in an Era of Global Volatility (part III)As the global AI market faces turbulence, inflated expectations, and signs of an infrastructural correction, Russia is pursuing a quieter but more resilient path — one built on open-model adaptation, cost efficiency, sector-specific solutions, and long-term technological sovereignty rather than headline-driven AGI races.

07.12.2025 14:17

Russia’s AI-and-Cloud Strategy in an Era of Global Volatility (part II)

Point of view Russia’s AI-and-Cloud Strategy in an Era of Global Volatility (part II)While the U.S. AI ecosystem leans heavily on proprietary APIs and high-cost infrastructure, China is betting on open-source LLMs as the foundation of a new global industrial expansion. Russia, observing this shift, sees in China’s approach a strategic alignment with its own long-term priorities: efficiency, sovereignty, and technology built for real-world resilience.

06.12.2025 15:32

Russia’s AI-and-Cloud Strategy in an Era of Global Volatility (part I)

Point of view Russia’s AI-and-Cloud Strategy in an Era of Global Volatility (part I)As the global AI market shakes under financial turbulence, hardware bottlenecks, and spiraling cloud costs, Russia is betting on a slower, steadier, and ultimately less risky path — one built on open-model adaptation, diversified hardware, and technological sovereignty.

05.12.2025 15:48

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

Russia to Build Digital Twins for Energy Facilities in India

News Russia to Build Digital Twins for Energy Facilities in India Rosatom subsidiary prepares to launch pilot projects in two foreign markets

16.02.2026 23:44

Robots Take on Teaching Roles at a Russian University

News Robots Take on Teaching Roles at a Russian University Humanoid machine helps students study robotics, mechatronics and computer vision

16.02.2026 22:29

Russia Develops System to Protect Drones From Extreme Heat

News Russia Develops System to Protect Drones From Extreme Heat Cooling module is to allow unmanned aircraft to operate reliably in deserts and tropical climates

16.02.2026 21:12

Russians Increasingly Buy and Sell Cars Through Digital Services

News Russians Increasingly Buy and Sell Cars Through Digital Services The number of online vehicle transactions has reached 70,000 over two years.

16.02.2026 20:06

Russian Investigators Step Up Fight Against Cybercrime With Advanced Technologies

News Russian Investigators Step Up Fight Against Cybercrime With Advanced Technologies Advanced search tools and artificial intelligence are helping authorities track suspects even when they operate from abroad.

16.02.2026 18:53

Russian Navigator Learns to Adapt to Drivers’ Habits

News Russian Navigator Learns to Adapt to Drivers’ Habits Artificial intelligence now builds personalized routes based on context and driving history.

16.02.2026 17:41

Russia to Introduce New “Intelligent” Border Checkpoints

News Russia to Introduce New “Intelligent” Border Checkpoints Inspection times at the upgraded crossings are expected to drop to just minutes thanks to new screening technologies.

16.02.2026 16:25

Russia to Create a Digital Twin of the Amur River

News Russia to Create a Digital Twin of the Amur River A combination of imaging technologies and neural network models will be used to recreate the river in virtual space.

16.02.2026 15:11

Digital Services to Help Russians Access Utility Subsidies

News Digital Services to Help Russians Access Utility Subsidies Digital tools are set to simplify access to housing and utility subsidies while reducing administrative costs.

16.02.2026 14:44

Virtual Reality and AI Help Russians Regain Movement and Sensation

News Virtual Reality and AI Help Russians Regain Movement and Sensation A multisensory approach enables the brain to relearn how to control the body and everyday activity through meaningful training.

16.02.2026 12:44

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Russia to Build Digital Twins for Energy Facilities in India

Russia to Build Digital Twins for Energy Facilities in India

Robots Take on Teaching Roles at a Russian University

Russia Develops System to Protect Drones From Extreme Heat

Russians Increasingly Buy and Sell Cars Through Digital Services

MTS Ready to Launch 5G in Russia

MTS Ready to Launch 5G in Russia

No More Paperwork: How Digital Technologies in Russia Are Simplifying Life for Patients and Clinicians

Digital Tools Boost Repair Efficiency at Khiagda’s Mining Operations

AI to Predict Plant Traits and Accelerate Crop Breeding

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

Alexander Goldstein: “Vibe Coding Is a New Reality That Could Reshape Software Development”

Alexander Goldstein: “Vibe Coding Is a New Reality That Could Reshape Software Development”

Sergey Lebedev: “The market does not need gadgets – it needs resilient navigation systems that actually work in real-world conditions”

Russia’s AI-and-Cloud Strategy in an Era of Global Volatility (part III)

Russia’s AI-and-Cloud Strategy in an Era of Global Volatility (part II)

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