Bank of Russia flags crypto and stablecoins as financial market risk

First reported September 15, 2026 by Crypto.news · covered by 2 sources

Bank of Russia flags crypto and stablecoins as financial market risk

The Bank of Russia has identified cryptocurrency use as a financial market risk, warning that stablecoins and other digital assets could increasingly be used by Russians as substitutes for the national currency. The central bank outlined the concerns in its…

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Sep 15, 2026 · byCrypto.news

Russia Classifies Crypto as Major Risk to Monetary Sovereignty

The Bank of Russia’s latest draft policy document classifies cryptocurrencies and stablecoins as major financial market risks, citing threats to monetary sovereignty, potential complete losses for investors, and their role in enabling shadow markets. Central Bank Identifies Major Crypto Risks The Bank of Russia has categorized cryptocurrencies and stablecoins as major financial market risks in […]

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Sep 15, 2026 · byBitcoin.com News