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Russia's New Crypto Regulations Eliminate P2P Trading Before 2027

Russia's New Crypto Regulations Eliminate P2P Trading Before 2027

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Community Trust Score Verified 89 % Real Verified 27 votes Updated 2 hours ago Russia is pulling the plug on direct peer-to-peer crypto trades. By July 1, 2027, individuals won’t be able to swap digital assets between themselves without going through an authorized intermediary — a sweeping change that basically rewires how everyday Russians handle crypto. This regulatory shift reflects Russia's ongoing strategy to impose tighter controls over the cryptocurrency market, aligning with its broader objectives of financial surveillance and compliance with international standards.

Source: The Currency Analytics

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