The number of banks participating in Russia’s central bank digital currency pilot has increased to 30. Seventeen banks have signed an agreement with the Bank
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Bank of Russia to Develop Digital Ruble Payment System With the UAE
The Bank of Russia has announced it will create a joint payment system with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) using the digital ruble. Bank of
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Bank of Russia Predicts Digital Ruble Won’t End Other Payment Methods
The Central Bank of Russia does not expect the introduction of the digital ruble to end the popularity of other non-cash and cash payment options.
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Only 17% of Russians would agree to store more than $200 in CBDC
The most common hindrances cited include insufficient information about the technology (22%) and concerns about cybertheft and system failures (21%).
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Russia to Test Digital Ruble in 11 Cities, Moscow Subway
Russia’s capital Moscow and 10 other cities will host pilot tests for the digital ruble, Bank of Russia Deputy Governor Olga Skorobogatova announced. Over a
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Bank of Russia Reports 13 Banks Will Participate in Digital Ruble Pilot
The Bank of Russia has announced that all 13 banks intending to participate in the digital ruble pilot have already completed their preparations to join
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