Russia will soon be accepting digital currencies like Bitcoin in exchange for its gas and petrol exports, says Pavel Zavalny, State Duma deputy.
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Joy Abia contributed to Blockchain Journal during 2022, covering topics related to finance, digital assets, and the intersection between traditional financial systems and emerging fintech models. Her reporting focused on explaining financial concepts, market structures, and investment-related developments within the broader crypto and blockchain landscape.
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