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Quantum Shield for the Future: How Russian AI Brings Unbreakable Communication Closer
Researchers from NITU MISIS, HSE University, and the company QRate have developed an artificial intelligence–based algorithm designed to improve the resilience and reliability of quantum key distribution systems, the core technology behind secure quantum communication.
11.02.2026 18:46
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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‘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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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“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
01.09.2025 19:14
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Amir Khamitov: 'Act Now – and Russia Will Emerge as a Leader in Digital Sports'
26.06.2025 12:52
Culture, sports and media
Making the Impossible Possible: How Russian VFX Studios Are Building a New Cinematic Reality
14.06.2025 14:58
Digital products and platforms
Exporting Russia’s GovTech: Digital Platforms Reach the Global South
14.06.2025 14:48
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Sergey Erokhin: “Russia is among the world leaders in digital transformation”
05.06.2025 14:35
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“Better to See Once”: Konstantin Mayor on How Russia Is Building a Digital Future
05.06.2025 14:03
News
Russia’s IT Sector Posts Nearly 28% Average Annual Growth Over Five Years
04.06.2025 19:27
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
Science and new technologies
Russian AI Platform Could Revolutionize Global Drug Discovery—One Atom at a Time
04.06.2025 15:20
Education
Russia’s EdTech Ecosystem Goes Global—With AI, Personalization and Export in Mind
04.06.2025 15:16
Digital economy
Russian Tech Finds New Frontiers in the Global South
04.06.2025 15:10
Public administration and services for citizens
Russia’s Digital Ecosystems Offer Blueprint for the Global South
04.06.2025 14:36
The nuclear industry
AI Supercharges Nuclear: How Digital Technologies Are Reshaping Reactor Performance
04.06.2025 13:29
Culture, sports and media
Future Games: Russia’s High-Tech Olympics Are Redefining What It Means to Compete
04.06.2025 13:22
Energy and housing and communal services
How AI is Turning Russia’s Utility Sector Into a Technological Export Industry
04.06.2025 13:17
News
Digital Tools in Russia Aim to Cut Bureaucracy
New information systems are expected to reduce administrative burdens on regions.
11.02.2026 23:46
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Yakutia to Train Russian Librarians in Using AI
New technologies are reshaping the country’s library system.
11.02.2026 22:29
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AI Platform in Khabarovsk to Detect Icicles, Lawn Parking and Dirty Buses
System will automatically flag 27 types of urban violations and trigger enforcement.
11.02.2026 21:17
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Global Demand Grows for Russian IT Solutions
Experts point to domestic technologies with strong export potential.
11.02.2026 20:44
News
High-Tech Russian Medical Innovations Showcased in Dubai
AI-powered cancer scanner and upcoming glucose monitoring system presented to international peers.
11.02.2026 19:38
News
AIDA Assistant to Help Russian Doctors With Diagnosis
AI model analyzes patient data and suggests a preliminary diagnosis.
11.02.2026 18:43
News
Smart Warehouse Deployed at Russian Steel Plant
New system streamlines logistics and increases transparency across warehouse operations.
11.02.2026 18:01
News
AI in Russia Uses Voice to Flag Risk of Chronic Disease
New app analyzes short voice recordings to assess the likelihood of cardiometabolic disorders.
11.02.2026 17:41
News
AI Inspectors Set to Patrol Russia’s E-Scooter Lanes
Three regions are to adopt smart monitoring of e-scooter violations by the end of 2026.
11.02.2026 17:26
News
Russia Publishes First University Textbook on Cyberpsychology
New academic volume aims to explain human behavior in digital environments.
11.02.2026 17:02
News
Digital Tools in Russia Aim to Cut Bureaucracy
Yakutia to Train Russian Librarians in Using AI
AI Platform in Khabarovsk to Detect Icicles, Lawn Parking and Dirty Buses
Global Demand Grows for Russian IT Solutions
Industries
Digital Amur: A Virtual Twin to Forecast Environmental Threats With Precision
Phygital Breakthrough: Russia Builds a New Sports Ecosystem
Sberbank and XCar Integrate Sber ID and Sber Spasibo Into Taxi Aggregator Platform
Tula Region Launches Cybersecurity Awareness Initiative to Strengthen Digital Literacy
Cybersecurity
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
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
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
Point of view
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)
Russia’s AI-and-Cloud Strategy in an Era of Global Volatility (part I)
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