Moscow Exchange Confirms Dec. 1 Crypto Trading Launch With Bitcoin, Ether, USDT

Russia’s Moscow Exchange has formally announced plans to begin cryptocurrency trading on Dec. 1, offering bitcoin, ether, and USDT through what it describes as the country’s first organized digital currency market. The exchange confirmed the plans in a Nov. 2 announcement , detailing the trading infrastructure, settlement options, and investor restrictions that will accompany the launch. The new market will operate under Russia’s recently enacted cryptocurrency legislation, which took effect on September 1. Moscow Exchange said the initial rollout will involve pilot transactions, with financial institutions and other participants gaining access as they complete preparations.