Sberbank plans to accept Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDT as collateral after required regulatory approval arrives.Russia’s new crypto market framework takes effect September 1, 2026, under formal central bank supervision.Non-qualified investors may purchase 300,000 rubles annually through each intermediary after passing mandatory knowledge tests.Sberbank completed a Bitcoin-backed loan pilot with Russian mining company Intelion Data during December 2025.Cryptocurrency payments for goods and services remain prohibited within Russia despite the expanded regulatory framework.