- Moscow Exchange plans new crypto indices tied to Solana, XRP, and TRON in 2026
- Futures will follow the same cash-settled model as Bitcoin and Ethereum products
- Access will remain limited to qualified investors under Russian regulations
Moscow Exchange is preparing to significantly broaden its crypto derivatives offering in 2026 by launching three new indices tied to Solana, XRP, and TRON. According to derivatives market chief Maria Silkina, these assets are at the top of the list as the exchange looks to move beyond its current Bitcoin and Ethereum benchmarks.
The new products will mirror the structure of existing crypto futures on MOEX. They will be cash-settled and restricted to qualified investors, maintaining the same compliance framework already in place for Bitcoin and Ethereum derivatives.
Futures Contracts and Potential Perpetuals
Alongside the new indices, MOEX plans to introduce futures contracts based on Solana, XRP, and TRON. These instruments are designed to give professional investors exposure to price movements without requiring direct ownership of the underlying assets.
The exchange is also evaluating the launch of perpetual futures for Bitcoin and Ethereum later in 2026. These would operate as one-day contracts with automatic rollover, offering a familiar structure to traders accustomed to global crypto derivatives markets while staying within domestic regulatory limits.
Regulation Shapes the Rollout
Russia’s crypto market remains tightly controlled, and that approach is reflected in MOEX’s strategy. Participation in these products will be capped for retail investors and unrestricted for professional investors, while cryptocurrencies continue to be classified as high-risk assets. Domestic crypto payments remain banned under the proposed framework.
The regulatory structure enabling broader crypto trading is expected to be finalized by July 1, 2026. Once in place, MOEX and the St. Petersburg Exchange are expected to move more aggressively into crypto-linked financial products.
Conclusion
MOEX’s decision to add Solana, XRP, and TRON marks a clear shift in how Russia’s largest exchange views crypto markets. While access will stay limited and tightly regulated, the expansion signals growing institutional demand for diversified crypto exposure. As new rules come into force, Russia’s derivatives market may become a more active venue for crypto-linked trading, even as spot usage remains constrained.
