РусТехМаш – General Sponsor of Blockchain Forum

“РусТехМаш” (formerly “Uminers”) outlines its strategic development directions after a major rebranding, emphasizing localization, technological leadership, and sustainable presence in Russia.

Details about the reasons behind the brand change, new products, regions with potential for mining, and the future of the industry are discussed in an exclusive interview with Alexey Zinchenko, Director of Strategic Development at “РусТехМаш.” Read on to learn how one of the key players in the Russian market is transforming.

– Blockchain Forum’s return to Moscow: How significant is this event for you, and how do you perceive it?

For us, the return of the Blockchain Forum to Moscow is a significant event. It’s an opportunity to meet in person with partners and clients, and an important signal that the Russian market is once again becoming the focus of the global crypto community. Historically, Moscow has been one of the most active regions in the field of crypto and blockchain technologies, and we are happy to be here once again.

– Why did Uminers rebrand in Russia and is now presented as “РусТехМаш”? What does this mean for the company and its clients?

The rebranding is driven by the desire to communicate our main idea to the Russian market: we offer high-tech solutions and a strong engineering base right here in Russia. “РусТехМаш” highlights our technological profile, engineering expertise, and local focus, while retaining all the international experience and best practices that Uminers has accumulated.

– What is your development direction for the next 2 years, considering the current market conditions?

In the next two years, “РусТехМаш” plans to focus on strategic development in several key areas, fully adapted to the current conditions of the Russian market and global mining and digital infrastructure trends:

• Engineering solutions and technological infrastructure: We believe the key factor for the success of mining projects in the coming years will be the quality and efficiency of infrastructure. We will focus on the further development and expansion of competencies in the construction of data centers and mining clusters with the latest cooling technologies.
• Deep integration with Chinese equipment and solution manufacturers: To ensure maximum availability and cost optimization for our clients, we have significantly strengthened our cooperation with the largest equipment manufacturers in China and Asia.
• Regional development and business scaling: A major task for us in the coming years will be to strengthen our regional presence in key promising regions of Russia, including through the launch of partner data centers using our own power generation.
• Development of innovative financial services: We will continue exploring the possibility of introducing next-generation financial instruments that have already proven effective in the international market (such as cryptocurrency-backed lending), adapting them to Russian conditions and legal requirements.

In the next two years, our strategy will focus on strengthening technological competencies in infrastructure projects, actively introducing modern engineering solutions. We are confident that a comprehensive approach will allow us to actively develop on the Russian market and provide maximum value and efficiency for our clients and investors.

– What new products and services does “РусТехМаш” offer the market today?

Today, we offer the Russian market integrated engineering solutions and technological services that reflect the key trends of the 2025 mining industry:

Engineering solutions and cooling systems: We believe one of the key trends of 2025 is the transition to more efficient and reliable cooling systems – water and immersion cooling. This is no longer just an innovation but a new evolutionary stage in the development of the entire mining industry.

Gas power generation: Another important trend in the Russian mining market is the use of autonomous solutions based on gas power generation. In Russia, mining sites using gas piston units allow for efficient use of energy resources and ensure independence from network companies.

Deep integration with equipment and solution manufacturers from China: We have significantly deepened our partnership with the largest manufacturers of mining equipment and engineering solutions in China. This allows us to offer the Russian clients the most affordable and technologically advanced solutions, optimize costs and delivery times, and ensure fast deployment and high scalability of projects of any size.

– What innovative financial solutions does “RusTechMash” offer? Are you planning to introduce Bitcoin-based models in Russia?

“РусТехМаш” is currently actively studying the legal and regulatory aspects of introducing financial instruments using Bitcoin for the Russian market. We see great interest in such services from clients and are confident in the demand for such solutions in Russia. However, the legal implementation of these financial schemes in the Russian Federation remains an open question. Our specialists and legal partners are actively working in this direction, and we hope to offer innovative financial solutions to the Russian market shortly.

– Which regions of Russia do you consider the most promising for cryptocurrency mining projects and why?

Currently, we see potential for mining development in the Arctic Zone, where a combination of available natural resources and regional government support (preferential taxation) makes it the most promising for implementing infrastructure investment projects in cryptocurrency mining.

• Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug and Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug: The key factor here is the availability of large natural gas reserves and a developed oil and gas infrastructure. Gas generation projects integrated with mining allow for the efficient use of resources that would otherwise be flared or lost.

• Northwest (Murmansk and Leningrad regions): These regions are characterized by accessible electricity, proximity to European markets, and a developed logistics infrastructure, making them ideal for fast scaling of cryptocurrency mining projects.

– What message do you want to convey to Blockchain Forum participants? What partnerships are you aiming for?

At the Blockchain Forum, we want to clearly convey to all participants that “РусТехМаш” is not just an equipment or engineering services provider but a strategic partner offering advanced, reliable, and comprehensive solutions that significantly enhance business efficiency and profitability in the mining and digital assets sector.

– What are your expectations from the company’s rebranding and participation in the Blockchain Forum?

The rebranding of the company to “RusTechMash” is for us not just a name change, but a significant new stage in the company’s development. It reflects our updated strategy, deeper integration into the Russian market, and a clear focus on integrated engineering solutions and innovative technologies.

– What advice can you give to beginners in mining and investors considering entering the business in 2025?

First of all, it’s important to understand that mining today is no longer the simple and accessible business it was a few years ago. It has become a serious high-tech sector that requires a comprehensive approach, a deep understanding of the market, and a smart strategy. However, it remains one of the most promising areas for long-term investment in digital assets.