Russia's State Duma Passes First Comprehensive Crypto Law, Takes Effect September 1

Russia's State Duma passed its first comprehensive crypto law, effective September 1, permitting licensed intermediaries to sell crypto to retail investors under a $3,800 annual cap and allowing crypto use in foreign trade settlements whilst maintaining a domestic payment ban.

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