# Sovcombank

Type: Company

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## Timeline

- **2026-08-11**: Bank of Russia announces approved crypto list — BTC, ETH, and USDT are included in the registry for public trading on domestic exchanges.
- **2026-08-04**: President Putin signs crypto law — The federal law establishes a legal framework for regulated cryptocurrency trading in Russia.
- **2026-08**: Banks request crypto transaction rationale — Several large banks, including Sovcombank, begin requiring economic justifications for corporate USDT and crypto transactions.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Russia Caps Crypto Trades at 300K RUB: Legal Framework Unpacked
2026-08-12 00:40:52 · Sentiment: Positive · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2

The Bank of Russia’s crypto listing introduces a tiered legal regime distinguishing qualified and retail investors, while banks tighten compliance on corporate transactions. Legal professionals must navigate nuanced investor protection rules and emerging due diligence requirements.
Full story: https://getlegalbrief.com/story/russia-crypto-legal-cap-300k-rub

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