Russia: Digital Currencies Act Takes Effect
Russia enacts Digital Currencies and Digital Rights law capping retail crypto at $3,700 yearly for Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDT only.
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Russia activates its Digital Currencies and Digital Rights framework today, imposing a ₽300,000 ($3,700) annual cap on retail purchases through licensed intermediaries after mandatory testing, with only Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDT permitted for non-qualified buyers while qualified investors face no limits. Exchanges must register with the Bank of Russia, companies gain unrestricted use of crypto for cross-border payments, and P2P trading stays legal yet subject to intensified AML scrutiny and bank monitoring. This Russia crypto regulation directly shapes Bitcoin retail investment limits and opens new channels for cross border payments crypto Russia in 2026.
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