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Visit Russia: New AI-Powered Travel App to Help Foreign Tourists Explore the Country

Digital products and platforms Visit Russia: New AI-Powered Travel App to Help Foreign Tourists Explore the Country Starting in December, international tourists will find it much easier to explore Russia on their own, thanks to a new mobile application called Visit Russia. Powered by artificial intelligence, the free app will help travelers plan trips, calculate budgets, obtain e-visas and insurance, book tickets and accommodations, and even claim tax refunds on purchases.

23.10.2025 15:30

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A New Reality: Why Russian Civil Servants Are Learning to Work with AI

Point of view 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

‘We Are Different’: How Russia’s Regions Are Training the Next Generation of IT Professionals

Point of view ‘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

Russian AI-Powered Bionic Arms: How 'Motorica' Is Transforming Lives

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

Iron Logic: Moscow Hosts Russia’s First Open National Robotics Olympiad

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

Virtual 360-Degree Tours Are Attracting Tourists to Transbaikalia

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

Russian Railways Strengthens Cybersecurity with Kaspersky Lab Partnership

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

Investors Are Flocking to Russia’s Digital Financial Assets

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

Rostelecom Launches Turbo Cloud, a New Cloud Provider for Business

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

“Digital ID” in Max Messenger: Your Mobile Wallet for Identity

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

“There’s No Such Thing as Pure AI”: Robert Vasiliev on What Artificial Intelligence Really Is – and Whether It Could Take Over the World

Point of view “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

RIF 2025 Place of Power: Russia’s Main IT Platform RIF-2025 Generates Ideas for the Future

01.09.2025 19:14

Amir Khamitov: 'Act Now – and Russia Will Emerge as a Leader in Digital Sports'

Point of view Amir Khamitov: 'Act Now – and Russia Will Emerge as a Leader in Digital Sports'

26.06.2025 12:52

Making the Impossible Possible: How Russian VFX Studios Are Building a New Cinematic Reality

Culture, sports and media Making the Impossible Possible: How Russian VFX Studios Are Building a New Cinematic Reality

14.06.2025 14:58

Exporting Russia’s GovTech: Digital Platforms Reach the Global South

Digital products and platforms Exporting Russia’s GovTech: Digital Platforms Reach the Global South

14.06.2025 14:48

Sergey Erokhin: “Russia is among the world leaders in digital transformation”

Point of view Sergey Erokhin: “Russia is among the world leaders in digital transformation”

05.06.2025 14:35

“Better to See Once”: Konstantin Mayor on How Russia Is Building a Digital Future

Point of view “Better to See Once”: Konstantin Mayor on How Russia Is Building a Digital Future

05.06.2025 14:03

Russia’s IT Sector Posts Nearly 28% Average Annual Growth Over Five Years

News Russia’s IT Sector Posts Nearly 28% Average Annual Growth Over Five Years

04.06.2025 19:27

Russia’s Tech Export Strategy Is Winning Over the Global South — and Challenging the West’s Digital Monopoly

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

Russian AI Platform Could Revolutionize Global Drug Discovery—One Atom at a Time

Science and new technologies Russian AI Platform Could Revolutionize Global Drug Discovery—One Atom at a Time

04.06.2025 15:20

Russia’s EdTech Ecosystem Goes Global—With AI, Personalization and Export in Mind

Education Russia’s EdTech Ecosystem Goes Global—With AI, Personalization and Export in Mind

04.06.2025 15:16

Russian Tech Finds New Frontiers in the Global South

Digital economy Russian Tech Finds New Frontiers in the Global South

04.06.2025 15:10

Russia’s Digital Ecosystems Offer Blueprint for the Global South

Public administration and services for citizens Russia’s Digital Ecosystems Offer Blueprint for the Global South

04.06.2025 14:36

AI Supercharges Nuclear: How Digital Technologies Are Reshaping Reactor Performance

The nuclear industry AI Supercharges Nuclear: How Digital Technologies Are Reshaping Reactor Performance

04.06.2025 13:29

Future Games: Russia’s High-Tech Olympics Are Redefining What It Means to Compete

Culture, sports and media Future Games: Russia’s High-Tech Olympics Are Redefining What It Means to Compete

04.06.2025 13:22

How AI is Turning Russia’s Utility Sector Into a Technological Export Industry

Energy and housing and communal services How AI is Turning Russia’s Utility Sector Into a Technological Export Industry

04.06.2025 13:17

Russian Teens Are Turning to AI for Advice. What Does That Mean for the Future of Learning?

Education Russian Teens Are Turning to AI for Advice. What Does That Mean for the Future of Learning?

04.06.2025 13:15

Russian Industrial Software Finds Its Global Footing

Industry and import substitution Russian Industrial Software Finds Its Global Footing

04.06.2025 13:11

Quantum Leap: Russia Builds the Backbone for Next-Gen Secure Communications

Communications and telecom Quantum Leap: Russia Builds the Backbone for Next-Gen Secure Communications

04.06.2025 13:10

The Smart Mine Revolution: How Russia is Pushing the Boundaries of Autonomous Underground Operations

Extractive industry The Smart Mine Revolution: How Russia is Pushing the Boundaries of Autonomous Underground Operations

04.06.2025 13:05

Digital Sovereignty in Nuclear Energy: Russia’s Rosatom Sets Global Benchmark for IT Independence

The nuclear industry Digital Sovereignty in Nuclear Energy: Russia’s Rosatom Sets Global Benchmark for IT Independence

04.06.2025 12:55

Russia’s AI Is Building Its Own Batman

News Russia’s AI Is Building Its Own Batman An upcoming animated feature will use artificial intelligence to design characters, generate visuals, and even help shape the story.

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Russia Launches Mass Production of Drone Engines in Perm

News Russia Launches Mass Production of Drone Engines in Perm The industrial region aims to become one of the country’s key hubs for unmanned aviation technology.

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Russian Student Builds a “Networking Platform” to Connect Scientists and Entrepreneurs

News Russian Student Builds a “Networking Platform” to Connect Scientists and Entrepreneurs The project aims to bridge academia, industry, and young talent — starting with one of Russia’s leading science cities.

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Russian Messenger MAX Launches In-App Business Platform

News Russian Messenger MAX Launches In-App Business Platform The new feature turns the homegrown chat app into a multifunctional marketplace for companies, freelancers, and everyday users.

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Russian Students Build AI Apps to Predict Crop Yields and Test Seed Quality

News Russian Students Build AI Apps to Predict Crop Yields and Test Seed Quality At a national hackathon, young developers used machine learning and data analytics to tackle real problems in agribusiness.

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20,000 Delivery Robots to Hit Russian Streets by 2027

News 20,000 Delivery Robots to Hit Russian Streets by 2027 Yandex is scaling up its autonomous fleet with faster, smarter robots built for real-world terrain.

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Virtual Reality Opens a Portal to Yakutia’s Archaeological Secrets

News Virtual Reality Opens a Portal to Yakutia’s Archaeological Secrets A new VR tour brings the buried past of Siberia’s oldest city to life — no excavation required.

23.10.2025 23:34

Yandex Is Building the “Soul” of Russian Robots

News Yandex Is Building the “Soul” of Russian Robots The tech giant is developing a new kind of AI designed to truly understand — and interact with — the physical world.

23.10.2025 22:15

Young Engineers to “Digitize” Russia’s Natural Resources

News Young Engineers to “Digitize” Russia’s Natural Resources At a national skills competition, participants will use drones and GIS tech to design systems for monitoring the country’s vast natural landscape.

23.10.2025 20:50

Russian Developers Filed Over 30,000 Software Registration Requests in 2025

News Russian Developers Filed Over 30,000 Software Registration Requests in 2025 The surge highlights growing government support for domestic tech and a push toward digital sovereignty.

23.10.2025 19:41

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Visit Russia: New AI-Powered Travel App to Help Foreign Tourists Explore the Country

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Artificial Intelligence

Digital Tools Empower Government Functions

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

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

A New Reality: Why Russian Civil Servants Are Learning to Work with AI

A New Reality: Why Russian Civil Servants Are Learning to Work with AI

‘We Are Different’: How Russia’s Regions Are Training the Next Generation of IT Professionals

“There’s No Such Thing as Pure AI”: Robert Vasiliev on What Artificial Intelligence Really Is – and Whether It Could Take Over the World

Eduard Ashrafyan: Why 'If It Works, Don't Touch It' No Longer Works

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