Russia’s crypto ambitions will face hard reality

Western sanctions have caused Russia to adopt a new approach to cryptocurrencies

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  • Domestic state of play
  • Crypto mining -- existing but so far unregulated
  • Domestic payments ban stays
  • Cross-border payment ambitions
  • Sanctions noose tightens
  • Grand ambitions, but big obstacles ahead

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