📰 Russia picks Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDT for public trading as retail faces $58,000 cap
🗓️ Aug 12 2026 20:40 UTC
The Bank of Russia’s proposed gate caps non-qualified residents at ₽300,000 per broker, with only Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT eligible.
➤ Russia's Bank of Russia has proposed allowing public organized crypto trading, initially limited to Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT.
➤ Non-qualified Russian residents will face an annual spending cap of ₽300,000 (approximately $58,000) per broker, while qualified investors will have broader access.
➤ The draft directive is open for public comment until August 24th, with potential changes to the asset list, cap, and final implementation timing.
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🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cryptoslate-russia-picks-bitcoin-ethereum-and-usdt-for-public-trading-as-retail-faces-58-000-cap-519287027
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