The Bank of Russia has approved a list of cryptocurrencies that non-qualified investors will be allowed to purchase, including Bitcoin, Ether and USDT. The relevant ordinance will enter into force on 17 November 2026, allowing these assets to be publicly traded on exchanges.

Non-qualified investors will be able to buy cryptocurrencies through intermediaries, including brokers, trust managers and crypto exchange offices, in both exchange and over-the-counter markets. However, purchases through a single intermediary will be limited to ₽300,000 per year. Qualified investors,…