🇷🇺 Russia to Launch #DigitalRuble in 2026
Russia’s parliament has greenlit legislation to roll out its central bank digital currency (#CBDC), with the official launch date set for September 1, 2026—delayed from its original 2025 timeline.
📌 Key Points:
Large businesses (₽120M+ revenue) must support digital ruble payments by launch.
Mid-sized companies get 1 extra year.
Small businesses & startups have until 2028.
#QRcode payments will be mandatory for large merchants.
Exemptions: Merchants under ₽5M or with no internet access.
Foreign companies are also subject to compliance.
Next step: Approval from the upper house and signature by President #Putin.
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#CBDCRussia
