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DFA issuers to disclose more investor information
The Central Bank of Russia (CBR) has mandated increased disclosure requirements for issuers of digital financial assets (DFAs).
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Bank of Russia unveils digital ruble smart contract platform concept
The Bank of Russia is considering a platform for commercial smart contracts (PCSC) within its digital ruble infrastructure.
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CBR issues AI security recommendations for finance
The Bank of Russia has published methodological recommendations to help financial institutions ensure information security when using artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.
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Utility payments lead agent settlements: Q1 2026
Between January and March 2026, household payments via payment agents totaled more than ₽155 billion across over 120 million transactions.
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Bank of Russia issues 2026 souvenir coin set
On 16 June 2026, the Bank of Russia will issue a numismatic set of coins in souvenir packaging.
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Bank of Russia issues 3-ruble Raven Kutkh coin
The Bank of Russia will issue a new 3-ruble silver coin on 15 June 2026, featuring the fairy-tale Raven Kutkh.
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Microloan market cools, Q1 lending falls 7 percent
Microfinance organizations (MFOs) issued ₽482 billion in loans during Q1 2026, a 7 percent decline from Q4 2025.
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Monetary conditions ease, remain tight in April–May
The Central Bank of Russia reported that monetary conditions eased in April and May but remained tight overall.
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Regional economic activity rises, driven by exports
Economic activity in most Russian industries rose in April–May, driven by stronger external demand for key exports.
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Russian banks face higher capital requirements by 2030
The Bank of Russia proposes to raise minimum capital requirements for banks with a universal licence from ₽1 billion to ₽3 billion and for those with a basic licence from ₽0.3 billion to ₽1 billion.
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New law obliges banks to reimburse cyberfraud victims
The Bank of Russia has detailed new legislative measures, effective 2027, to combat cyberfraud.
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Retail investors actively buy corporate bonds in May
In May, individuals purchased ₽94.3 billion in corporate bonds, surpassing demand for OFZ and shares.