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Vladimir Molyanov: “Agricultural drones deliver meaningful savings in planted acreage”

Point of view Vladimir Molyanov: “Agricultural drones deliver meaningful savings in planted acreage”Why are farmers turning to drones in their operations? What economic impact do unmanned aerial vehicles deliver in the field? And what is holding back their large-scale adoption in agriculture?

15.04.2026 10:45

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Vladimir Bubnov: “Automation Is Accelerating Even Emergency Care”

Point of view Vladimir Bubnov: “Automation Is Accelerating Even Emergency Care”A Russian IT company has developed a proprietary digital solution designed to streamline ambulance services and public-sector operations, covering the entire workflow from call intake to billing and data reporting.

06.04.2026 15:38

Julia Belikova: “We Have Built an Operating System for Russia’s Fishing Industry”

Point of view Julia Belikova: “We Have Built an Operating System for Russia’s Fishing Industry”A digital platform for organising fish storage and wholesale trade has been launched in Russia

03.04.2026 12:24

Vision Without Lidar: How a Russian Breakthrough Is Redefining Robotics Perception

Science and new technologies Vision Without Lidar: How a Russian Breakthrough Is Redefining Robotics Perception An international research team with participation from MIPT has introduced the stereo vision technology Un-ViTAStereo, designed to estimate distances without expensive lidar sensors or manual depth labeling by using the Depth Anything V2 model as a supervisory signal.

02.04.2026 12:21

Russian Universities Train Specialists for Nuclear Robotics

The nuclear industry Russian Universities Train Specialists for Nuclear Robotics Seven Russian universities, including Tomsk Polytechnic University and the Seversk Technological Institute of NRNU MEPhI, are to establish a core laboratory focused on specialised robotic systems for next-generation nuclear energy.

01.04.2026 12:52

Zabbix and Astra Monitoring: Import Substitution or a Partnership to Boost Productivity

Point of view Zabbix and Astra Monitoring: Import Substitution or a Partnership to Boost Productivity Russia’s IT market is undergoing a fundamental shift – and in monitoring, the real change is not just about replacing tools, but about seeing what actually drives the business.

25.03.2026 14:15

Natalia Markova: “Our Digital Reality Has Overtaken the Visions of Sci-Fi Writers”

Point of view Natalia Markova: “Our Digital Reality Has Overtaken the Visions of Sci-Fi Writers”A Russian property tech expert explains how smart home technologies are reshaping everyday life – not just in individual flats, but across entire residential districts

23.02.2026 19:35

Alexander Goldstein: “Vibe Coding Is a New Reality That Could Reshape Software Development”

Point of view Alexander Goldstein: “Vibe Coding Is a New Reality That Could Reshape Software Development”IT expert discusses the trends redefining modern development

16.02.2026 16:59

Sergey Lebedev: “The market does not need gadgets – it needs resilient navigation systems that actually work in real-world conditions”

Point of view Sergey Lebedev: “The market does not need gadgets – it needs resilient navigation systems that actually work in real-world conditions”Satellite navigation systems are developing at pace in Russia.

03.02.2026 13:38

Russia’s AI-and-Cloud Strategy in an Era of Global Volatility (part III)

Point of view 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

Russia’s AI-and-Cloud Strategy in an Era of Global Volatility (part II)

Point of view 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

Russia’s AI-and-Cloud Strategy in an Era of Global Volatility (part I)

Point of view 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

Natalia Miloslavskaya: Cyberattacks Are Becoming More Sophisticated

Point of view 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

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

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

Drone Deployed to Protect Coal Storage Facility From Fires in Irkutsk Region

News Drone Deployed to Protect Coal Storage Facility From Fires in Irkutsk Region The system can detect smoldering hotspots and alert staff before they escalate into fires.

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P-200 Industrial Computer Passes Testing With Russian Railways

News P-200 Industrial Computer Passes Testing With Russian Railways The system demonstrated full compatibility with the operator’s software environment during trials.

18:36

SPbPU Students Present AI Projects for Nuclear Industry

News SPbPU Students Present AI Projects for Nuclear Industry Students showcased AI-driven concepts at a roundtable focused on expanding the use of digital technologies in the nuclear sector.

16:43

New Power Grid Monitoring System Rolled Out in Three Siberian Regions

News New Power Grid Monitoring System Rolled Out in Three Siberian Regions The system helps redistribute loads and increase the capacity of existing infrastructure without building new facilities.

14:31

AI Center for Russia’s Construction Sector in the Works

News AI Center for Russia’s Construction Sector in the Works The initiative is being developed under an order from President Vladimir Putin to expand the use of artificial intelligence across industries.

12:23

Nizhny Novgorod Forestry Districts Resolve Boundary Disputes With Digital Mapping

News Nizhny Novgorod Forestry Districts Resolve Boundary Disputes With Digital Mapping All 35 forestry districts in the Nizhny Novgorod region have been assigned precise digital boundaries within a federal system. The data, sourced from the EGRN (Unified State Register of Real Estate), helps eliminate disputes and accelerates the delivery of public services.

10:10

Wildberries Launches “Experiences Marketplace” for Travel Across Russia

News Wildberries Launches “Experiences Marketplace” for Travel Across Russia Users can now book not only goods but also tours, classes, and outdoor activities through a new service integrated with official government registries.

08:59

Moscow’s Otkrytyy kontrol Platform Goes Mobile

News Moscow’s Otkrytyy kontrol Platform Goes Mobile Entrepreneurs in Moscow can now access more than 20 digital services from the Otkrytyy kontrol platform around the clock via a mobile app, without paperwork or in-person visits to government agencies.

15.04.2026 23:11

VSK and RU-CENTER Launch Russia’s First End-to-End Website Cyber Insurance Product

News VSK and RU-CENTER Launch Russia’s First End-to-End Website Cyber Insurance Product Insurance House VSK and RU-CENTER have introduced a comprehensive cyber insurance product for corporate websites, combining automated protection, insurance coverage, and guaranteed recovery after an attack.

15.04.2026 21:19

GUAP Develops Bridge for Seamless Connectivity Across Devices

News GUAP Develops Bridge for Seamless Connectivity Across Devices Students and researchers at Saint Petersburg State University of Aerospace Instrumentation (GUAP) have developed an inter-technology bridge that connects different networks into a unified digital space without requiring changes to older hardware. The device was presented at the university’s 79th International Student Scientific Conference.

15.04.2026 19:03

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Drone Deployed to Protect Coal Storage Facility From Fires in Irkutsk Region

Drone Deployed to Protect Coal Storage Facility From Fires in Irkutsk Region

P-200 Industrial Computer Passes Testing With Russian Railways

SPbPU Students Present AI Projects for Nuclear Industry

New Power Grid Monitoring System Rolled Out in Three Siberian Regions

Drones Set to Bring Rain to Fight Wildfires in Russia

Drones Set to Bring Rain to Fight Wildfires in Russia

Hermitage Goes Digital in Seoul With Its First Major Immersive Export

QR Payments Open Up Russia for Tourists, Making Spending Easier and Boosting Revenue

Positive Technologies Launches Multi-Layer Email Security System

New law on digital currency: how the electronic payment market will change

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

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

Vladimir Molyanov: “Agricultural drones deliver meaningful savings in planted acreage”

Vladimir Molyanov: “Agricultural drones deliver meaningful savings in planted acreage”

Zabbix and Astra Monitoring in Industrial Environments: Competition or Synergy?

Nikita Glazyev: “It's a Quantum Leap in AgTech”

Vladimir Bubnov: “Automation Is Accelerating Even Emergency Care”

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