A Cryptocurrency Trap: How New Russian Laws Will Support EU Sanctions
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The EU's 20th sanctions package and new Russian centralization laws may inadvertently render Russian-linked cryptocurrency assets untouchable for international markets.Summary
The 20th EU sanctions package prohibits transactions with Russian-registered crypto entities starting May 24, 2026. Experts warn that Russia's plan to centralize its domestic market through mandatory digital depositories and the banning of personal wallets will likely lead to these assets being labeled as 'dirty' or 'sanctioned' by international platforms. While Russian authorities aim to create a self-contained financial system to avoid external influence, legal experts suggest these combined policies will accelerate the isolation of the Russian crypto market from the global financial circuit.
(Source：BeInCrypto)