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AI Generates Every Tenth Ruble of Profit at WB Bank

News AI Generates Every Tenth Ruble of Profit at WB Bank WB Bank Chairman Georgy Gorshkov has outlined the role artificial intelligence plays in the earnings of one of Russia's largest fintech companies. According to him, AI already generates 10 percent of the bank's net profit, while up to half of its overall earnings are connected to AI technologies in a broader sense.

04.06.2026 22:29

Ministry of Digital Development to Test AI Security in Government Systems

News Ministry of Digital Development to Test AI Security in Government Systems A large-scale experiment to assess the cybersecurity of artificial intelligence technologies in government information systems began in Russia on June 1, 2026. The Ministry of Digital Development is conducting the initiative in partnership with leading Russian cybersecurity companies.

04.06.2026 20:14

Russian Researchers Introduce a New Generation of Compact AI

News Russian Researchers Introduce a New Generation of Compact AI The AIRI Institute, with support from Sber, unveiled a new family of compact AI models at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum 2026. The technology is designed to process requests faster while requiring significantly fewer computing resources than large language models.

04.06.2026 18:26

Sber to Help Leningrad Region Students Learn Artificial Intelligence

News Sber to Help Leningrad Region Students Learn Artificial Intelligence Sber, the Government of Leningrad Region, and the educational platform Algoritmika have agreed to expand computer science, programming, and artificial intelligence programs in the region's schools. The parties signed a memorandum at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum 2026.

04.06.2026 16:33

WB Bank to Introduce AI-Powered Bank Guarantees

News WB Bank to Introduce AI-Powered Bank Guarantees WB Bank plans to launch an electronic bank guarantee service for small and medium-sized businesses before the end of the summer. Artificial intelligence will be used to evaluate applications and help speed up decision-making.

04.06.2026 14:17

MegaFon to Launch Yakut-Language Voice Robot

News MegaFon to Launch Yakut-Language Voice Robot MegaFon and the Government of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) signed a cooperation agreement at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum 2026. One of the key projects calls for the deployment of a voice robot that operates in the Yakut language for regional government agencies.

04.06.2026 12:36

Russia Launches First Robotic Well Construction System

News Russia Launches First Robotic Well Construction System The system is operating at the Chona group of oil fields managed by Gazprom Neft.

04.06.2026 10:19

Rostelecom Launches New Data Center for T-Mobile

News Rostelecom Launches New Data Center for T-Mobile The facility has begun operations in Rostov-on-Don.

04.06.2026 08:41

AI System for Monitoring Heart Patients Launches in Russia's Tula Region

News AI System for Monitoring Heart Patients Launches in Russia's Tula Region The project is being implemented by the Chazov National Medical Research Center and Yandex.

03.06.2026 23:06

Giant Agricultural Drone Unveiled in Kazan for Field Seeding

News Giant Agricultural Drone Unveiled in Kazan for Field Seeding The unmanned aircraft operates twice as fast as conventional ground equipment and can reduce seed consumption.

03.06.2026 21:21

Rostec Smart Traffic Lights Undergo Testing in Nizhny Tagil

News Rostec Smart Traffic Lights Undergo Testing in Nizhny Tagil A total of 20 smart traffic lights have been delivered to the city.

03.06.2026 19:01

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MIPT Researchers Speed Up Atomic Nucleus Explosion Simulations by a Factor of 20

News MIPT Researchers Speed Up Atomic Nucleus Explosion Simulations by a Factor of 20 Researchers at the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (MIPT) have developed a new version of a software code used to simulate atomic nucleus explosions.

03.06.2026 16:47

Half a Million Smart Electricity Meters Installed in Tatarstan

News Half a Million Smart Electricity Meters Installed in Tatarstan The figures were reported by Setevaya kompaniya.

03.06.2026 14:32

Gazprom Neft Lubricants Unveils Digital Oil Dispensing Service

News Gazprom Neft Lubricants Unveils Digital Oil Dispensing Service The system is designed for companies that operate vehicle and equipment fleets.

03.06.2026 12:28

Smart Cameras Strengthen Forest Protection in Russia's Krasnoyarsk Region

News Smart Cameras Strengthen Forest Protection in Russia's Krasnoyarsk Region Authorities in Russia's Krasnoyarsk Region have expanded the Lesookhranitel (Forest Guardian) forest monitoring system with 11 new panoramic cameras, bringing the network to more than 180 devices across the region.

03.06.2026 10:20

Bolshoi Ballet Dancer's Movements Digitized for Video Game

News Bolshoi Ballet Dancer's Movements Digitized for Video Game Alena Kovaleva, a principal dancer with Moscow's Bolshoi Theatre, recorded choreography at the Moscow Video Game and Animation Cluster's motion-capture studio for the computer game Tsarevna. Age of Tales. Her movements were used to shape both the combat system and the physical performance of the game's main character.

03.06.2026 08:18

ActiveCloud Expands DevOps Services for Russian Businesses

News ActiveCloud Expands DevOps Services for Russian Businesses ActiveCloud has expanded its DevOps portfolio with new services for infrastructure support, automation, and resilience. The offering is aimed at Russian companies looking to strengthen in-house teams or bring in external expertise.

02.06.2026 22:53

All Government Systems to Be Secured with Cryptography

News All Government Systems to Be Secured with Cryptography Russia’s Ministry of Digital Development will require all IT system developers for federal and municipal agencies to use cryptographic tools for information protection.

02.06.2026 21:09

Scientists Learn to Program Metal Properties During 3D Printing

News Scientists Learn to Program Metal Properties During 3D Printing Researchers at NUST MISIS and the Lebedev Physical Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences have discovered how to control the behavior of a unique alloy during laser-based 3D printing. The finding could reshape the way medical implants and robotic components are manufactured.

02.06.2026 18:55

Students at Izhevsk University to Gain Access to Artificial Intelligence Technologies

News Students at Izhevsk University to Gain Access to Artificial Intelligence Technologies Russian speech technology developer BSS and Kalashnikov Izhevsk State Technical University have signed an agreement to help train specialists for the digital economy. Company experts will teach at the university, assist with curriculum updates, and conduct workshops.

02.06.2026 16:45

Russians to Access Loans in Digital Rubles This Fall

News Russians to Access Loans in Digital Rubles This Fall Anatoly Aksakov, chairman of the State Duma’s financial market committee, announced that digital ruble loans will launch on September 1, 2026. The topic is set to be discussed at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, running from June 3 to 6.

02.06.2026 14:33

Digital Guardian for Children Launches in Mari El

News Digital Guardian for Children Launches in Mari El The Republic of Mari El has launched Araltysh, a chatbot that lets children instantly alert parents in an emergency and share their location. The service became available through the MAX messaging app on June 1.

02.06.2026 12:34

RTK-DC to Equip All Data Centers With High-Speed Wi‑Fi

News RTK-DC to Equip All Data Centers With High-Speed Wi‑Fi The project calls for the deployment of 1,500 wireless access points across the company’s facilities.

02.06.2026 10:23

Affordable Smart Device for Blind and Visually Impaired Users Developed in Russia

News Affordable Smart Device for Blind and Visually Impaired Users Developed in Russia The wearable device scans the surrounding environment in real time and delivers information through voice prompts.

02.06.2026 08:44

Rusolovo to Install Automated Safety Doors at Molodezhny Mine

News Rusolovo to Install Automated Safety Doors at Molodezhny Mine The new system is designed to improve safety conditions at the underground mining operation.

01.06.2026 22:53

Sverdlovsk Region to Train Students in Advanced Agricultural Technologies

News Sverdlovsk Region to Train Students in Advanced Agricultural Technologies The initiative is part of a three-way agreement signed by Ural State Agrarian University, the Sverdlovsk Region Investment Promotion Agency, and NewLink.

01.06.2026 20:40

Autonomous Truck Fleet on Moscow-Kazan Highway Reaches 111 Vehicles

News Autonomous Truck Fleet on Moscow-Kazan Highway Reaches 111 Vehicles The milestone was announced by Russian Deputy Transport Minister Dmitry Zverev.

01.06.2026 18:26

Rosatom Uses Artificial Intelligence to Synthesize New Materials

News Rosatom Uses Artificial Intelligence to Synthesize New Materials Researchers have already produced experimental samples using the new AI-assisted approach.

01.06.2026 16:02

Wood-Framed Drone Developed in Russia for Energy Infrastructure Inspections

News Wood-Framed Drone Developed in Russia for Energy Infrastructure Inspections The aircraft can carry payloads weighing up to 6 kilograms while performing inspection and maintenance tasks at power facilities.

01.06.2026 14:18

NLMK Expands Digital Technologies Across Production Operations

News NLMK Expands Digital Technologies Across Production Operations The steelmaker plans to complete about 60 projects aimed at improving working conditions for employees.

01.06.2026 13:07

Yandex Maps Learns to Build Routes Through Parks and Busy Streets

News Yandex Maps Learns to Build Routes Through Parks and Busy Streets Yandex Maps has updated its pedestrian navigation system, allowing users to choose from multiple route options based on their preferences and current conditions.

01.06.2026 10:18

Library in Karelia Receives Scanner for Digitizing Rare and Fragile Books

News Library in Karelia Receives Scanner for Digitizing Rare and Fragile Books The central library of the Kostomuksha municipal district in Russia’s Republic of Karelia has been equipped with the Russian-made ElarScan A1-600KS planetary scanner, enabling the digitization of even the most fragile and oversized publications.

01.06.2026 08:01

SPIEF 2026 to Guide Visitors Across Russia Through a Teleport and a 3D Map

News SPIEF 2026 to Guide Visitors Across Russia Through a Teleport and a 3D Map Marma Lab of the Roscongress Foundation has prepared a set of digital tools for participants of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, ranging from a venue navigation service to a virtual journey across Russia’s regions.

31.05.2026 23:42

Cybersecurity Researchers at NSTU NETI Teach Security Systems to Distinguish Good Data From Bad

News Cybersecurity Researchers at NSTU NETI Teach Security Systems to Distinguish Good Data From Bad Researchers at NSTU NETI are developing a methodology that will help cybersecurity specialists determine whether data fed into monitoring systems is actually suitable for detecting hacker attacks.

31.05.2026 21:20

Tula Student Builds Smart Home System in Two Weeks

News Tula Student Builds Smart Home System in Two Weeks Sixteen-year-old Nikita Bratayev from Tula developed a smart home system that independently controls lighting, curtains, and air conditioning. The project was the result of two years of study at the Kvantorium technopark.

31.05.2026 18:50

Russian Schools to Update Educational Standards for High School Students

News Russian Schools to Update Educational Standards for High School Students The Ministry of Education plans to approve a new federal educational standard for grades 10–11 in July 2026. The document will change the approach to learning and, for the first time, formally include artificial intelligence skills.

31.05.2026 16:43

Government Services Portal to Launch Digital Complaint Book for Marketplaces

News Government Services Portal to Launch Digital Complaint Book for Marketplaces Russia’s consumer protection watchdog and digital development ministry are launching a pilot program that will allow users to file complaints about sellers on Ozon and Wildberries directly through the Gosuslugi (Government Services) portal. Responses will be delivered to users’ personal accounts within seven days.

31.05.2026 14:41

Kirov Region Turns to Artificial Intelligence for Government Management

News Kirov Region Turns to Artificial Intelligence for Government Management Governor Alexander Sokolov held the first meeting of an interagency commission on the adoption of artificial intelligence technologies in the region. In 2026, the region is expected to meet 14 key AI performance indicators across five sectors.

31.05.2026 12:34

Administration of the Nenets Autonomous Okrug and MTS Sign Cooperation Agreement

News Administration of the Nenets Autonomous Okrug and MTS Sign Cooperation Agreement The agreement is aimed at providing residents of remote areas with reliable communications services.

31.05.2026 10:24

Smart Hospitalization Project Shows Strong Results in Moscow

News Smart Hospitalization Project Shows Strong Results in Moscow The project has been operating since March of this year.

31.05.2026 08:05

Rusolovo Builds Automated Safety Doors at Molodezhny Mine

News Rusolovo Builds Automated Safety Doors at Molodezhny Mine The system is designed to significantly improve safety during underground mining operations.

30.05.2026 23:48

Tomsk Region to Use Agricultural Drones on 21,500 Hectares of Cropland

News Tomsk Region to Use Agricultural Drones on 21,500 Hectares of Cropland Officials say the technology could reduce crop losses by 10%.

30.05.2026 21:17

Pulkovo Airport Ready to Launch Biometric Passenger Processing

News Pulkovo Airport Ready to Launch Biometric Passenger Processing The system is set to go live on June 1.

30.05.2026 18:54

Russia and Kazakhstan Sign Intergovernmental Agreement on Balkhash Nuclear Power Plant Construction

News Russia and Kazakhstan Sign Intergovernmental Agreement on Balkhash Nuclear Power Plant Construction The facility is to incorporate Russia’s most advanced technological solutions.

30.05.2026 16:47

Smart Pipes to Deliver Hot Water in Moscow Region Town

News Smart Pipes to Deliver Hot Water in Moscow Region Town A high‑tech innovation is being implemented in Krasnoarmeysk

30.05.2026 14:45

Skolkovo Is to Test Autonomous Building-Facade Cleaning Robot

News Skolkovo Is to Test Autonomous Building-Facade Cleaning Robot The device is planned to be brought to market by the end of summer.

30.05.2026 12:38

AI Cameras Help Cut Theft in Kaluga by Nearly Half

News AI Cameras Help Cut Theft in Kaluga by Nearly Half The number of apartment burglaries in the Kaluga Region has nearly halved over the past year, thanks in large part to video surveillance systems equipped with artificial intelligence, according to local authorities. Over the first four months of the year, officers from Russia’s National Guard prevented 300 offenses.

30.05.2026 10:26

Sports Ministry Allocates Nearly 700 Million Rubles for Digital Sports Centers in 23 Regions

News Sports Ministry Allocates Nearly 700 Million Rubles for Digital Sports Centers in 23 Regions Russia’s Sports Ministry has announced a procurement program worth 694.5 million rubles ($8.9 million) to equip phygital sports centers across 23 regions. Regions selected to receive the equipment include the Kursk, Voronezh, and Tambov regions.

30.05.2026 08:14

Alice AI Learns to Remove Backgrounds and Find Products by Name

News Alice AI Learns to Remove Backgrounds and Find Products by Name Yandex’s AI assistant received a package of updates in May that expands its capabilities for image editing and online shopping. The latest update to Yandex’s Alice AI assistant introduces several new features designed to improve work with photos and online purchases. The changes are now available to all users.

29.05.2026 23:11

Rosselkhozbank Says Digital Security Tools Protect Half of Its Customers

News Rosselkhozbank Says Digital Security Tools Protect Half of Its Customers Half of Rosselkhozbank’s customers already use built-in digital security features in the bank’s mobile app as the lender continues to expand tools that help users protect their money and personal data.

29.05.2026 21:00

MSU and Lebedev Institute Physicists Solve Key Mathematical Problem Behind a Quantum Memristor

News MSU and Lebedev Institute Physicists Solve Key Mathematical Problem Behind a Quantum Memristor Russian researchers have derived an analytical solution describing a single-ion quantum memory element, a step that could support the development of quantum neural networks.

29.05.2026 18:45

Avito to Launch AI Elective Courses for School Students

News Avito to Launch AI Elective Courses for School Students The technology platform plans to begin teaching artificial intelligence and machine learning in Moscow schools during the next academic year.

29.05.2026 16:36

Alfa-Bank Begins Issuing Digital Signatures on Behalf of Russia’s Tax Authority

News Alfa-Bank Begins Issuing Digital Signatures on Behalf of Russia’s Tax Authority Entrepreneurs can now obtain qualified electronic signatures through selected Alfa-Bank branches in Moscow and the surrounding region.

29.05.2026 14:29

Remote Tax Consultations Reach Rural Communities in Russia’s Amur Region

News Remote Tax Consultations Reach Rural Communities in Russia’s Amur Region Residents of three remote villages can now check tax debts and receive consultations online without traveling to a tax office.

29.05.2026 12:41

MTS and Higher School of Economics Partner to Train AI Specialists

News MTS and Higher School of Economics Partner to Train AI Specialists The initiative is aimed at preparing new talent for the telecommunications industry.

29.05.2026 10:30

MEPhI Develops Digital Assistant for Cardiologists

News MEPhI Develops Digital Assistant for Cardiologists The system can help doctors identify the causes of atrial fibrillation and predict the effectiveness of treatment.

29.05.2026 08:17

Gazprom Neft Develops Eco-Friendly Mineral Exploration System

News Gazprom Neft Develops Eco-Friendly Mineral Exploration System The platform plans geological surveys in ways that avoid forested areas and sensitive ecosystems.

28.05.2026 22:48

Bananas Grown in Russian AI Greenhouses Confirmed Safe for Consumption

News Bananas Grown in Russian AI Greenhouses Confirmed Safe for Consumption Laboratory tests found no harmful substances in the fruit grown at AI-controlled greenhouse facilities in Sochi.

28.05.2026 20:56

Yandex Launches Hybrid Delivery Service Combining Robots and Couriers

News Yandex Launches Hybrid Delivery Service Combining Robots and Couriers The new format combines autonomous delivery robots with human couriers for the final stage of delivery.

28.05.2026 18:37