Russia Plans to Launch Crypto Exchange for Qualified Investors Under Experimental Regime
Russia’s Finance Ministry and central bank are advancing plans to establish a cryptocurrency exchange tailored for "super-qualified investors," as reported by RBC and Interfax on 23 April 2025. Finance Minister Anton Siluanov emphasized the initiative’s goal to legitimize crypto assets and integrate digital transactions into a regulated framework.
The exchange will operate under a special experimental legal regime, distinct from Russia’s conventional financial system. "Together with the central bank, we will launch a crypto exchange for super-qualified investors. Crypto operations will be brought out of the shadows," Siluanov stated. The move reflects Moscow’s broader strategy to formalize crypto activity while maintaining strict oversight.