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In Russia, 140 Million Customers can Now Access Bitcoin thanks to Sberbank and VTB

Cointribune·October 7, 2026·1 min read
In Russia, 140 Million Customers can Now Access Bitcoin thanks to Sberbank and VTB

The Bank of Russia formalized the registration of Bitcoin in Sberbank and VTB's crypto registers, enabling 140 million customers to access BTC. This marks a major regulatory turning point, with a schedule and rules to be announced. The move could significantly expand cryptocurrency adoption in Russia.

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