The Central Bank of Russia plans to allow digital financial assets to circulate on open networks such as Ethereum.

Techub News reported, according to Izvestia, the Russian central bank has submitted a proposal to the government, planning to allow digital financial assets to circulate in open blockchain networks such as Ethereum, aiming to attract foreign investment under sanctions conditions. The central bank governor stated that this move is crucial for attracting overseas investment and cross-border settlements. If the proposal is approved, Russian enterprises will be able to issue digital financial assets on foreign platforms. In the future, these assets may be listed on major cryptocurrency exchanges and DeFi protocols, enabling Russian companies to regain international liquidity. The country's central bank plans to submit the relevant draft amendments in the summer of 2026.