Russia's Roskomnadzor Proposes ICT Modernization Fund with Platform Contributions

Roskomnadzor head Andrey Lipov proposed creating a state fund to modernize Russia's ICT infrastructure, funded by digital platforms and services. This signals potential new regulatory levies on tech companies operating in Russia, though details on scope and enforcement remain unclear. The proposal could increase compliance costs for foreign and domestic platforms, but is at an early stage.

AI disclosure: Model-written summary of the source, not a verified fact. Check the sources. How Mosaic works