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Russia's crypto regulation takes effect, boosting oversight and legitimacy
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Fusion42 · 2 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Russia has enacted a new comprehensive cryptocurrency regulation framework overseen by the Bank of Russia, requiring exchanges, brokers, custodians, and digital depositories to operate under state supervision. While it does not legalise crypto for domestic payments, the law enables regulated buying, selling, custody, and cross-border transactions through approved intermediaries, signalling increased legitimacy and oversight for the crypto sector in Russia.
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Russia’s formal regulation opens a market gate for crypto services under official supervision, signalling you must engage with regulatory bodies to access or support this emerging market. Non-compliance risks exclusion as regulators bring custody and exchange services into clear state control.
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