Sberbank Approved to Offer Bitcoin, Ethereum & USDT Under Russia’s New Crypto Rules
Sberbank, Russia’s largest bank, has received approval from the Bank of Russia to operate as a digital asset custodian under the country’s new regulatory framework.
Starting December 1, customers will reportedly be able to access Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDT through SberBank Online and SberInvestments.
🔎 Key developments:
1) Sberbank approved as a digital asset custodian
2) BTC, ETH and USDT expected to be offered
3) Services planned through Sberbank's digital platforms
4) More Russian banks could join the regulated crypto infrastructure
5) Crypto payments remain prohibited in Russia
📊 What could this mean for crypto adoption?
A) More institutional adoption
B) Increased retail participation
C) More banks enter the crypto market
D) Limited impact due to payment restrictions
What do you think?
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