Russian exchanges could begin cryptocurrency trading as early as November 22, 2026, provided they first agree on trading rules with the Bank of Russia. According to Foresight News, the central bank’s press service made the statement, which was reported by TASS.

A directive setting requirements for organized trading in digital currencies and digital rights has been registered with Russia’s Ministry of Justice. It requires exchanges to register participants in crypto trading, including brokers, trust managers and central counterparties; maintain records of orders and transactions; monitor trading; calculate current, weighted-average, market and closing prices; and report trading progress and results to the central bank under procedures used for other assets.