Russian gov’t and central bank agree to treat Bitcoin as currency Post author:MiamiCrypto Post published:February 9, 2022 Post category:Bank of Russia / Digital Asset / Digital Currency / Russia Cryptocurrency transactions of more than 600,000 rubles (roughly $8,000) will have to be declared or be considered a criminal act. You Might Also Like Russia to change laws for digital ruble, while central bank mulls 2022 prototype November 9, 2021 China and UAE Praise Potential Role of CBDCs in Cross-Border Trade June 3, 2024 Finance Ministry: 20 Million Russians Hold Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin Still Preferred October 10, 2025