Russia is expanding its use of cryptocurrency beyond energy deals, now exploring digital asset payments for grain trade settlements. This move strengthens BRICS efforts to bypass U.S.-controlled financial systems amid ongoing sanctions. The initiative follows earlier crypto-backed oil transactions with China and India.
- Russia is expanding crypto use from oil to grain trade, collaborating with the Bank of Russia to assess digital payment systems.
- The initiative aims to bypass SWIFT sanctions by using Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins like Tether for settlements.
- BRICS nations, including China and Brazil, support blockchain-based trade systems to reduce reliance on U.S. financial infrastructure.
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