The Web3 Universe in Russia: transformation of views on the crypto industry in 2025

In 2025, the world has experienced significant shifts in views on the crypto industry. Bitcoin is becoming a strategic long-term asset. Transparency and accountability are becoming the standard. Regulation is strengthening, and cryptocurrencies are being adopted on a massive scale. At the same time, regulation is becoming a driver of digital capital. Globally, there is a clear shift toward proactive regulatory policies. These processes are creating a sustainable ecosystem where digital assets are becoming not an alternative, but a logical continuation of the development of the global financial system. And what's happening in Russia? Fyodor Ivanov, Director of AML/KYC Analytics at Shard, explains.

In 2025, the world has experienced significant shifts in views on the crypto industry. Bitcoin is becoming a strategic long-term asset. Transparency and accountability are becoming the standard. Regulation is strengthening, and cryptocurrencies are being adopted on a massive scale. At the same time, regulation is becoming a driver of digital capital. Globally, there is a clear shift toward proactive regulatory policies. These processes are creating a sustainable ecosystem where digital assets are becoming not an alternative, but a logical continuation of the development of the global financial system. And what's happening in Russia? Fyodor Ivanov, Director of AML/KYC Analytics at Shard, explains.