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Sberbank joins digital ruble pilot with 15 banks participating

Sberbank joins digital ruble pilot with 15 banks participating

Grafa2024/12/30 09:50
By: Mahathir Bayena

Sberbank, TBank, and Tochka Bank have officially joined Russia's digital ruble pilot program, marking a significant milestone in the country's central bank digital currency (CBDC) initiative. 

This expansion brings the total number of participating banks to 15, following the initial involvement of 12 credit organisations since the pilot's launch in August 2023. 

The Central Bank of Russia aims to include a total of 22 banks in the program, with agreements already signed and system integration underway. 

The pilot program is designed to conduct real transactions using digital rubles, allowing banks to test the functionality and efficiency of this new currency. 

 “The goal is to ensure that systemically important credit institutions enable digital ruble transactions for their clients by July 1, 2025,” as stated by a representative from the Central Bank.

Failure to comply will result in fines from the central bank. 

The digital ruble is intended to complement existing cash and non-cash forms of currency, enhancing transaction efficiency and accessibility for consumers and businesses alike. 

This initiative reflects Russia's broader strategy to modernise its financial infrastructure while also responding to increasing demand for digital financial services. 

The phased rollout will allow banks to gradually adapt their systems, ensuring a smooth transition for clients as they prepare for the digital ruble's full implementation. 

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