Self-exclusion installations set to commence starting from September 1st.
Starting September 1, 2025, folks can take matters into their own hands as self-bans on mobile contracts become possible through Goservices or MFC. This move comes as a part of the law on countering cyber fraud. The Sim-cards service on Goservices already lets citizens keep tabs on their registered Sim-card numbers with various operators, no more hopping from network to network for checks. Yep, you can now block any excessive or shady Sim-cards right from the comfort of your personal account.
From April 1, 2025, adjustments to the "On Communications" law kicked in. Operators are now limited to doling out no more than 20 Sim-cards to a single Russian citizen and 10 cards to foreigners. By November 1, Russians need to wave goodbye to their "extra" Sim-cards, and the rest of the world has till July 1. So say goodbye to those roaming charges and mass fraudulent calls, because the government aims to nip this problem in the bud.
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Did you know? The Russian telecommunications market experienced a whopping 8% growth in 2024, injecting a hearty 2 trillion rubles into the economy. However, operators must tango with the law enforcement and intelligence services as per Russian laws, which can affect their day-to-day operations.
If self-bans or other significant changes influence mobile services in Russia, artists (operators) may tighten their verification processes for subscribers to thwart fraud. These measures could also encompass beefed-up security features, stricter data privacy, and protection policies.
The telecom sector could face a few challenges in maintaining balance between customer satisfaction and adhering to these new regulations. Internationally, Russia encounters sanctions, which indirectly impact technology and telecom sectors, while breaches, like the LANIT incident, highlight the vulnerability of their IT services, necessitating stricter controls.
- The self-bans on mobile contracts, part of the law on countering cyber fraud, could lead to telecom operators bolstering their verification processes for subscribers, incorporating stricter data privacy and protection policies in the business of finance to thwart fraud and ensure technology security.
- With the Russian telecom sector growing at an impressive 8% in 2024, injecting a significant 2 trillion rubles into the economy, it's essential for operators to maintain a balance between customer satisfaction and adhering to these new regulations, particularly as they navigate the ever-evolving landscape of technology, business, and finance.
