Bank of Russia

Bank of Russia eyes direct support line for retail CBDC users
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9 February, 2024

Bank of Russia eyes direct support line for retail CBDC users

Since mid-2023, the Bank of Russia has been experimenting with its central bank digital currency, the digital ruble, and a...
Bank of Russia onboards more commercial banks for digital ruble pilot
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6 February, 2024

Bank of Russia onboards more commercial banks for digital ruble pilot

Russia’s CBDC pilot is expected to will gather a larger pool of merchants and participants following the onboarding of over...
Russia pushing pensioners to ‘digital ruble trap,’ economist says
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20 January, 2024

Russia pushing pensioners to ‘digital ruble trap,’ economist says

Alexander Razuvaev says that while it’s being framed as optional, the digital ruble will become mandatory for all pension payments,...
Moscow Exchange to list digital assets by 2024 with 10 operators
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27 October, 2023

Moscow Exchange to list digital assets by 2024 with 10 operators

Moscow Exchange plans to list real estate digital assets by 2024, promoting transparency through blockchain technology and offering broad access...
Russia to push ahead with CBDC pilot launch amid public concern
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15 August, 2023

Russia to push ahead with CBDC pilot launch amid public concern

As Russia prepares its digital ruble pilot, concerns arise over privacy and the CBDC's potential implications to the financial landscape,...
Bank of Russia unveils logo and commission fees for digital ruble: report
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12 August, 2023

Bank of Russia unveils logo and commission fees for digital ruble: report

Starting in 2025, business-to-business transactions involving the digital ruble will have a 15 rubles ($0.16) charge, while individuals will only...