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Sovereign AI Must Deliver Economic Value, Not Just a Sense of Control

Point of view Sovereign AI Must Deliver Economic Value, Not Just a Sense of Control Sovereign AI matters only if its value can be measured in productivity, operating costs, risk reduction, and return on investment.

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Sovereign AI Must Deliver Economic Value, Not Just a Sense of Control

Point of view Sovereign AI Must Deliver Economic Value, Not Just a Sense of Control Sovereign AI matters only if its value can be measured in productivity, operating costs, risk reduction, and return on investment.

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Kodik’s AI Editor Is Already Winning Recognition in the Startup Market

Point of view Kodik’s AI Editor Is Already Winning Recognition in the Startup Market An AI-powered code editor developed in Russia is helping programmers write software faster by taking over part of the routine work.

08.06.2026 15:03

Foreign Git Platforms Are a Risk for Russian Companies. Here’s Why

Point of view Foreign Git Platforms Are a Risk for Russian Companies. Here’s Why Git long ago stopped being just a version-control system. The platform where your repositories live has become the center of engineering operations: source code, commit history, CI/CD pipelines, secrets, issue tracking, code reviews, build artifacts – everything flows into a single environment. Losing access to that platform is not an inconvenience. It is a development shutdown.

03.06.2026 17:42

Tomato-Picking Robot Arm Aims to Take Over Harvesting Tasks

Point of view Tomato-Picking Robot Arm Aims to Take Over Harvesting Tasks Anton Vlasenko, a student at the Information Technology Faculty of Novosibirsk State University, has developed an intelligent robotic manipulator designed to automate tomato harvesting in commercial greenhouses. Built using 3D-printed components, including a gearbox, articulated arm segments, brackets, and a gripper, the system can distinguish ripe tomatoes from unripe ones, track the ripening schedules of different varieties, and return later to fruit that is not yet ready for harvest.

01.06.2026 17:18

Alexander Demidov: “It’s Not Just Us Helping AI – AI Is Helping Us Too”

Point of view Alexander Demidov: “It’s Not Just Us Helping AI – AI Is Helping Us Too”How Neural Networks Are Transforming the Electronics Industry

29.05.2026 14:00

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

Robotic Vineyard Platform Developed in Crimea Operates Without Satellite Navigation

News Robotic Vineyard Platform Developed in Crimea Operates Without Satellite Navigation The prototype is designed to function even in areas where satellite navigation is completely unavailable.

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AI System Identifies Vehicles Even Without License Plates

News AI System Identifies Vehicles Even Without License Plates The system is designed to help identify traffic offenders more effectively than existing alternatives.

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Rosatom to Help Train 3D Printing Professionals for Belarus's Agricultural Sector

News Rosatom to Help Train 3D Printing Professionals for Belarus's Agricultural Sector Highly skilled professionals are needed to operate advanced additive manufacturing technologies.

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More Than 300 AI Projects Are Underway Across Russia's Energy Sector

News More Than 300 AI Projects Are Underway Across Russia's Energy Sector Russia's energy sector is already running more than 300 artificial intelligence projects, Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev said, as the industry accelerates its transition to domestically developed digital technologies.

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T2 Replaces Imported ECM Software With Russian Platform

News T2 Replaces Imported ECM Software With Russian Platform All document management and business process workflows are now handled by the Russian ECM platform SED TEZIS (Document Management System TEZIS).

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Uragan Robotic Mower Sets New Grass-Cutting Speed Record in Bratsk

News Uragan Robotic Mower Sets New Grass-Cutting Speed Record in Bratsk Bratsk's municipal road maintenance service has launched seasonal mowing across 2 million square meters and, for the first time, deployed a remotely operated robotic lawn mower.

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Culture.RF Draws Millions of Readers From 150 Countries

News Culture.RF Draws Millions of Readers From 150 Countries Culture.RF, the largest Russian-language online platform dedicated to culture, attracts about 10 million visits each month, with one in ten users accessing the site from outside Russia, according to Deputy Culture Minister Zhanna Alekseyeva.

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Websoft Unveils Next-Generation AI-Native HR Platform

News Websoft Unveils Next-Generation AI-Native HR Platform At its Websoft. Praktika 2026 conference, the company introduced Websoft HCM 2026, a modular AI-native platform that embeds artificial intelligence across HR workflows. The event brought together more than 600 executives and automation specialists.

14.06.2026 23:06

Data Ocean Nova Update Eliminates Thousands of Security Vulnerabilities

News Data Ocean Nova Update Eliminates Thousands of Security Vulnerabilities Data Sapience has released version 2026.2.0 of its Data Ocean Nova Lakehouse platform, with the update focused on strengthening cybersecurity and expanding LPSQL procedural capabilities.

14.06.2026 20:47

St. Petersburg University Scientists Develop Model to Predict Water Levels in Remote Mountain Lakes

News St. Petersburg University Scientists Develop Model to Predict Water Levels in Remote Mountain Lakes Researchers at St. Petersburg State University have developed MoLeFo, a physics-based mathematical model that predicts daily water levels in remote mountain lakes where no monitoring stations exist. Tests on Lake Tamozhennoye in Russia's Altai Mountains showed an average error of no more than 3%.

14.06.2026 18:50

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Robotic Vineyard Platform Developed in Crimea Operates Without Satellite Navigation

Robotic Vineyard Platform Developed in Crimea Operates Without Satellite Navigation

AI System Identifies Vehicles Even Without License Plates

Rosatom to Help Train 3D Printing Professionals for Belarus's Agricultural Sector

More Than 300 AI Projects Are Underway Across Russia's Energy Sector

Safe and Smart: Small Gubkinsky Is Outpacing Much Larger Cities in AI-Powered Public Safety

Safe and Smart: Small Gubkinsky Is Outpacing Much Larger Cities in AI-Powered Public Safety

Flight Cleared for Takeoff: Lermontov Fans Can Now Fly Over the Caucasus and Journey to an Asteroid

Safe, Convenient, and Free: Domklik Introduces a Service for Legally Renting Out Homes

Government Approves Final Version of Alarm Button Law for Gosuslugi

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

Sovereign AI Must Deliver Economic Value, Not Just a Sense of Control

Sovereign AI Must Deliver Economic Value, Not Just a Sense of Control

Kodik’s AI Editor Is Already Winning Recognition in the Startup Market

Foreign Git Platforms Are a Risk for Russian Companies. Here’s Why

Tomato-Picking Robot Arm Aims to Take Over Harvesting Tasks

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