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DeFi Surge Fuels Eastern Europe's Crypto Adoption in 2024
Eastern Europe

DeFi Surge Fuels Eastern Europe's Crypto Adoption in 2024

Eastern Europe sees significant DeFi growth, with Ukraine and Russia leading in adoption despite geopolitical challenges, according to Chainalysis.

High Risk Crypto Activity on The Rise in Eastern Europe Amid Russia-Ukraine War - Chainalysis
Eastern Europe

High Risk Crypto Activity on The Rise in Eastern Europe Amid Russia-Ukraine War - Chainalysis

Illicit cryptocurrency activities have increased in the region driven by economic sanctions.

Eastern Europe Hotbed For Darknet As Ransomware Activity Increases
Eastern Europe

Eastern Europe Hotbed For Darknet As Ransomware Activity Increases

A recent study from Chainalysis has found that darknet operators are responsible for a disproportionately large share of the crypto market in Eastern Europe.

Protests Erupt as Alexander Lukashenko Wins Disputed Landslide Election in Crypto Forward Belarus
Eastern Europe

Protests Erupt as Alexander Lukashenko Wins Disputed Landslide Election in Crypto Forward Belarus

In Belarus, a highly contested election victory for longstanding President Alexander Lukashenko over Svetlana Tikhanovskaya has erupted in protests. Despite the dispute, the Soviet forged dictator’s stay of power may be good news for crypto.