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Young Defenders of Wildlife: Russian Schoolgirls Build AI to Protect Lake Baikal
At a time when technology is often associated with entertainment or business, three seventh-grade students from the city of Orenburg have reminded audiences of another, equally important purpose: serving the planet.
20.01.2026 17:24
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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
Education
Russian Teens Are Turning to AI for Advice. What Does That Mean for the Future of Learning?
04.06.2025 13:15
News
AI in Moscow Spots Early Signs of Osteoporosis on X-Ray Scans
The approach makes it possible to prevent problems early, rather than dealing with their consequences.
17:11
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Russia Develops AI Strategist Trained to Think at a Global Level
A “digital adviser” built by researchers in southern Russia is designed to think strategically and help humans tackle global economic questions.
16:00
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Russian Scientists Plan to Upgrade AI System for Real-Time Marine Litter Monitoring
The technology is also expected to be adapted for use on autonomous monitoring platforms.
14:48
News
Russia’s Far East Launches AI-Vostokoved Assistant to Help Businesses Enter the Chinese Market
The smart assistant is designed to guide users through every stage of export activity, from early planning to first deliveries.
13:35
News
Russia to Build Digital Migration Atlas to Analyze Regional Development
The atlas is designed to help regional and municipal authorities plan measures to support territorial development.
12:26
News
Russian Oil Producer Rolls Out AI Monitoring Across Production Sites
Drones and autonomous monitoring stations are now tracking industrial safety at extraction facilities.
11:12
News
Supercam Drone Operators in Russia Set to Fly Missions From Anywhere in the World
Russian Supercam drones have been equipped with remote-control technology that allows operators to work far outside the flight area, opening up use in higher-risk civilian zones.
10:03
News
Industrial Robot Numbers in Russia Set to Rise Alongside Worker Pay
Economists say large-scale adoption of industrial robots could lift wages for skilled manufacturing workers by the end of the decade.
08:55
News
Russia’s Agricultural Watchdog Launches App to Verify Certificate Authenticity
Scanning a QR code through the new app is designed to prevent users from landing on fake websites or dealing with forged documents.
07:44
News
Russian Trade Union Has Trained Neural Network to Defend Workers’ Rights
The Federation of Trade Unions of the Sverdlovsk Region has trained AI for legal advocacy, aiming to strengthen workers’ positions in labor disputes.
06:30
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AI in Moscow Spots Early Signs of Osteoporosis on X-Ray Scans
Russia Develops AI Strategist Trained to Think at a Global Level
Russian Scientists Plan to Upgrade AI System for Real-Time Marine Litter Monitoring
Russia’s Far East Launches AI-Vostokoved Assistant to Help Businesses Enter the Chinese Market
Industries
Digital Transformation of Agriculture Begins in Russia’s Leningrad Region
Autonomous Breakthrough
Rosatom Tests Full-Scale Simulator for the BREST-OD-300 Reactor
Neural Network Replaces the Operational Amplifier as Russian Scientists Develop an Smart Voltage Stabiliser
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
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)
“Don’t Try to Seize the Unseizable”: How Russia Can Leverage Its Advantages to Become an IT Leader
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