Nga is ready to implement regulated cryptocurrency trading from 2026

2025-12-25 10:37:02

Russia is getting closer to regulated cryptocurrency trading as the Moscow Exchange and St. Petersburg Exchange confirm readiness to launch crypto services after the legal framework is finalized by mid-2026. This move comes after the Russian Central Bank announced its management roadmap on 12/23, aiming to complete cryptocurrency legislation by 07/01/2026.

The two exchanges stated they have the necessary technological infrastructure to support secure trading and payments. The new legal framework will clearly distinguish between eligible and ineligible investors. Individual investors will be limited in volume and must pass a knowledge test, while qualified investors will have broader access but will not be allowed to trade anonymous tokens.

Although the regulated market is opening, the Russian government affirms that cryptocurrencies are not to be used for domestic payments, but only as investment assets. This policy shift reflects the rapid growth of the crypto ecosystem in Russia, driven by mining, high trading volumes, and stablecoins pegged to the ruble amid international sanctions.

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