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CryptoMedium•11 November 2026•
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Russian Central Bank Approves Crypto Trading on Exchanges Starting November 22

Key Facts

1The Russian Central Bank confirmed that exchanges may commence cryptocurrency trading starting November 22, 2026.
2Exchanges must agree on specific trading rules with the bank and register brokers and central counterparties.

The Russian Central Bank confirmed that exchanges may commence cryptocurrency trading starting November 22, 2026. Coinfomania reported that this directive, registered by the Russian Ministry of Justice, aims to enhance transparency and investor protection within the digital asset market by establishing a formal regulatory framework.

Exchanges must agree on specific trading rules with the central bank and register brokers and central counterparties before initiating operations. Under the new rules, institutions are required to maintain comprehensive transaction records, reflecting a move to legitimize crypto trading which has seen significant interest from both retail and institutional investors.

Significant Russian economic data is scheduled for release on November 13, 2026, including the annual GDP growth rate and the annual inflation rate, with inflation forecast at 7.1% compared to the previous reading of 6.3%.