The Bank of Russia just dropped a major regulatory shift, Regular citizens can now legally buy crypto.
Key Points: Crypto & Stablecoins Classified as "Currency Valuables". Retail Investors Can Buy through Licensed Exchanges & Brokers. Must Pass Risk Test + 300K Ruble (~$3K) Annual limit. Qualified Investors get Unlimited access (except anonymous coins).
What's Banned: ❌ Crypto payments inside Russia ❌ Anonymous cryptocurrencies ✅ Can buy Crypto Abroad and Transfer via Russian intermediaries (must notify tax authorities)
Stay informed. Stay ahead.
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🇷🇺 Russia Opens Crypto to Everyday Investors
The Bank of Russia just dropped a major regulatory shift, Regular citizens can now legally buy crypto.
Key Points:
Crypto & Stablecoins Classified as "Currency Valuables".
Retail Investors Can Buy through Licensed Exchanges & Brokers.
Must Pass Risk Test + 300K Ruble (~$3K) Annual limit.
Qualified Investors get Unlimited access (except anonymous coins).
What's Banned:
❌ Crypto payments inside Russia
❌ Anonymous cryptocurrencies
✅ Can buy Crypto Abroad and Transfer via Russian intermediaries (must notify tax authorities)
Stay informed. Stay ahead.