Russian Businesses to Invest a Record $72 Billion in Digital Technologies
Corporate spending on digital transformation in Russia is growing at an unprecedented pace, setting the stage for a new wave of tech-driven modernization.
According to a study by Usergate, which analyzed data from 3.2 million companies, corporate spending on digitalization in key industries reached 4.88 trillion rubles (about $58 billion) in 2024. The growth trend is so strong that investments are expected to climb to 6.1 trillion rubles (around $72 billion) in 2025, reports Vedomosti.
Most of the funding is flowing into the most promising tech areas—the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence systems, and robotic manufacturing lines. About 5% of total corporate spending is being reserved for cybersecurity, as businesses increasingly recognize the risks of the digital age.
Focus on Technological Reinvention
The most active investors in tech modernization include the financial sector, logistics and transportation, IT companies, and the electrical engineering industry. For these sectors, data has become the new oil, and digitalization—the key to operational efficiency and competitive advantage. Such large-scale investments are not merely a trend but a strategic move toward technological sovereignty and enhanced global competitiveness. Digital transformation in Russia is no longer an experiment—it’s become a prerequisite for sustainable business growth in today’s economy.
