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No rosy prospects for Russia's IT sector in 2025


Published on 2025-01-26 15:40:48 - MSN
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  • Russia's IT sector failed to grab the opportunity opened by the exodus of foreign vendors, and prospects for 2025 lack optimism. Slowing growth When major Western IT vendors left Russia following the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022,

The article from MSN discusses the bleak outlook for Russia's IT sector in 2025, highlighting several key issues. Despite a slight recovery in 2023, the sector faces significant challenges due to Western sanctions, which have led to a brain drain as many IT professionals have left the country. The sanctions have also restricted access to critical technologies and software, hampering development and innovation. Additionally, the Russian government's attempts to foster domestic tech solutions and import substitution have not been as effective as hoped, with many local alternatives failing to match the quality or efficiency of Western products. The article notes that while there are some government initiatives aimed at supporting the IT industry, the overall economic environment, coupled with geopolitical tensions, continues to stifle growth and investment in the sector.

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