#RussiaStudiesNationalStablecoin 🇷🇺 Russia’s Central Bank Just Opened the Door to a National Ruble-Backed Stablecoin
Big news from Moscow: The Bank of Russia is officially studying the feasibility of launching its own state-backed stablecoin in 2026.
Announced by First Deputy Chairperson Vladimir Chistyukhin at the Alfa Talk conference on February 13, 2026, this marks a massive policy U-turn.
Russia’s traditional stance? “Stablecoins are not allowed.”
New stance? “Let’s study the risks, prospects, and foreign examples… and bring it to public discussion.”
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