Moscow Investors to Work on Russian Systems

Transfer to the Russian

Moscow’s investment platform is shifting to domestic software solutions—the operating system “MOS.OS” and the database management system “MOS.DB.” Funding for this project, which runs through the end of 2026, amounts to 1.1 billion rubles (about $13.2 million).

This decision will provide residents with a more stable and independent service for investing in the city’s development projects.

At the same time, the risks associated with foreign software will decrease, while Russia will build its own technological foundation. For the country as a whole, the project offers a vivid example of digital sovereignty and support for local IT developers. The shift to Russian systems also echoes the global trend of reducing dependence on Western technology.

Developers' Good

Because the migration strengthens Moscow’s technological independence, observers expect further integration of “MOS.OS” and “MOS.DB” into other city services, such as transportation, education, and healthcare. This will attract additional investment into the sector, provide a powerful boost to Russian IT companies, and increase orders for local developers.

If the regional project proves successful, the model could be scaled up to national programs.

By using Russian solutions, the country has accumulated successful experience in transitioning to general-purpose software—operating systems, databases, virtualization, and data storage. This foundation makes it possible to fully abandon foreign technologies. At the same time, domestic application products are being rolled out effectively—video conferencing platforms, office tools, electronic document management systems, email software, messengers, and more

Renat Lashin

Executive Director of the Association of Russian Software Developers (ARPP 'Domestic Software')

Export potential will likely be limited. Still, “MOS.OS” and “MOS.DB” can be offered to Russia’s partner nations, which are also interested in building alternatives to Western products.

Independence as (The!) Trend

Russia’s government agencies were among the first to adopt domestic operating systems (Astra Linux, Red OS) and databases (Postgres Pro, Libra) in 2022–2023. In 2024, the federal “GosTech” initiative was launched, creating a unified digital platform for public services.

This is not a uniquely Russian development. India and China, for example, are also actively transitioning their government agencies to national software, aiming to reduce dependence on U.S. technology.

Standard to Come

Moscow’s transition to “MOS.OS” and “MOS.DB” is a strategic milestone on the path to digital sovereignty. The project is expected to strengthen the city’s IT ecosystem and create new jobs for domestic developers, giving them relevant and complex tasks to solve.

Once completed, the project will boost trust in Russian-made software and encourage its export, especially to CIS and BRICS countries. Within Russia, “MOS.OS” and “MOS.DB” could become the standard for municipal services and federal platforms.