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The important topic of cryptocurrency regulation in Russia has reached the nation’s Security Council, which now urges for an innovative approach in this area. After experimenting with crypto transactions and investments within a dedicated legal regime this year, Russian authorities are now intent to adopt comprehensive rules in 2026. Security Council commission highlights need for innovations in crypto regulation The Interdepartmental Commission on Public Security at the Security Council of the Russian Federation has emphasized on the need for innovative legislation to address issues stemming from the circulation of cryptocurrencies in the country. Its members have put forward a set of additional measures to achieve that, which have been drafted at a recent meeting, Russian media reported, quoting the Council’s press service. The proposals particularly focus on boosting the fight against organized crime using information and telecommunications technologies, the Interfax news agency reveled on Tuesday. “Tasks have been set to improve interdepartmental cooperation in combating crimes committed by organized groups and criminal organizations, and to prevent and suppress the involvement of minors,” the commission explained. At the same time, its press release further stressed: “The importance of introducing innovations to criminal and criminal procedural legislation, providing for the criminalization of certain acts using digital technologies and the regulation of cryptocurrency circulation issues, was noted.” In the same regard, the commission also put an emphasis on the needed strengthening of international cooperation in combating high-tech crimes. “Specific solutions have been developed to improve the prevention of illegal activities by leaders and members of criminal groups serving time in prison,” the report detailed. The Security Council of the Russian Federation (SCRF) is a consultative body supporting decision-making in the Kremlin on national security and strategic matters. It’s formed by top officials, including the heads of defense and security agencies, and is chaired…

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