COINNEWSMinTsifry proposes restricting foreign internet traffic
The Russian Ministry of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Media (MinTsifry) is considering measures to restrict the volume of foreign internet traffic. As part of the telecommunications industry reform, there are discussions on routing all traffic from foreign domains through technical countermeasure systems (TSPU). Limits on internet consumption for Russian users are also planned.
Popular services may fall under potential restrictions
- App Store and Google Play
- Steam and online games
- Foreign media and other international internet services
According to the draft federal budget for 2027–2029, nearly 60 billion rubles will be allocated over the next three years for filtering and blocking internet resources. This significant funding is directed towards ensuring communication service security and increasing market transparency.
MinTsifry confirmed that these initiatives are currently under development. The ministry emphasized that it is too early to discuss which specific proposals will be included in the final version of the amendments. The goal of legislative changes is to take user interests into account and ensure security.
Experts estimate that technically separating internet traffic into domestic and foreign based on IP addresses is possible. However, this approach does not guarantee absolute accuracy in determining the traffic source. This creates certain difficulties in implementing the planned regulatory measures.
