By Alexander Marrow (Reuters) -Russian lawmakers on Tuesday voted for the development of a state-backed messaging app that ...

The new app "combines the features of a messenger and the functions of government services," the Duma's press service ...

The app has received initial approval from lawmakers and is designed to integrate directly with state services, raising ...

To push adoption, the Russian government may block popular messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram entirely. This would ...

Russian lawmakers have approved the development of a state-backed messaging app, aiming to integrate it with government ...

In a bid to tighten control over its digital ecosystem, Russia's exploring to create its own, state-controlled messaging ...

The app will be more than a national messenger, allowing users to confirm their age at the supermarket or check into a hotel ...

Russian President Vladimir Putin aims to replace WhatsApp with a homegrown messaging service, urging officials to transition ...

Russia seeks competitive domestic messaging. The Kremlin supports the development of high-quality Russian apps to innovate ...

Russian lawmakers took a major step toward the creation of a Russian “super app,” passing legislation authorizing the creation of a national instant messaging service.

Russia has launched a national messaging service to reduce dependence on foreign platforms and reinforce digital sovereignty, a senior lawmaker said Friday.

(MENAFN) In a strategic effort to bolster its digital independence, Russia has rolled out a new national messaging application ... of locally developed apps, state-run e-government platforms ...