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Russia Passes Bill to Allow Cross Border Crypto Payments

by Sham
July 30, 2024
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  • Russia is moving to regulate the use of cryptocurrencies as companies face difficulties with foreign payments due to U.S. sanctions over the war in Ukraine.
  • Legislators in Russia have passed a law to regulate cryptocurrencies as a form of foreign currency.
  • The Bank of Russia will be the regulator overseeing cryptocurrency issues in the country.

The Russian government is moving quickly to regulate cryptocurrencies as companies face growing difficulties making foreign payments due to US sanctions imposed over the war in Ukraine.

JUST IN: 🇷🇺 Russian citizens can now use crypto for cross border payments

— BlockNews.com (@blocknewsdotcom) July 30, 2024

Context Behind the Push for Crypto Regulation

The lower house of Russia’s parliament passed a law to regulate cryptocurrencies as a form of foreign currency. This comes as businesses wrestle with the impact of Western sanctions on their ability to make international transactions.

US sanctions have cut off many Russian companies from the global financial system. This has made it very difficult for them to process payments in US dollars and other foreign currencies.

As a result, interest in cryptocurrencies has surged as Russian firms look for alternative ways to conduct international business.

Details of the New Crypto Regulations

Under the new law, cryptocurrencies will be treated as foreign currency assets. This means they can be used for international settlements, though purchases will still be regulated.

The law establishes a legal framework for trading, mining, and issuing digital currencies. Russians will be required to declare their cryptocurrency holdings.

The central bank will regulate the industry and issue licenses for certain crypto-related activities. It will also set limits on the amount of crypto Russian residents can purchase annually.

Outlook for Crypto Adoption in Russia

Russia has sent mixed signals on cryptocurrencies in the past, warning of risks but also seeing their potential benefits.

The sanctions appear to have accelerated Russia’s embrace of crypto as it looks for ways around the restrictions. However, the central bank remains wary of potential volatility.

It’s unclear how widely cryptocurrencies will be adopted by Russian companies. But legalizing and regulating them provides more legitimacy and signals growing acceptance.

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