Russia’s central bank has greenlit a trial program allowing financial institutions to offer crypto-linked derivatives and securities—but only to qualified investors with significant assets or income. The three-year experimental regime restricts access to those holding over 100 million rubles ($1.15M) in securities or earning 50 million rubles ($575K) annually, ensuring market exposure without direct crypto ownership. Russian banks like T-Bank have already rolled out Bitcoin-linked products via Atomyze. Globally, this aligns with trends such as Sygnum Bank’s SOL-backed loans and U.S. banks exploring a joint stablecoin. The Bank of Russia emphasizes conservative risk management, requiring full capital coverage for crypto instruments.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekSaudi Central Bank Invests in Bitcoin via MicroStrategy
The Saudi Central Bank, formerly known as SAMA, has acquired 25,656 shares of MicroStrategy, a company holding 568,840 BTC, marking a significant shift in its stance on cryptocurrencies. This indirect Bitcoin exposure ties into Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 plan to modernize its financial system. The bank’s investment, disclosed in an SEC filing, contrasts with its 2017 warning against crypto due to fraud and volatility risks. Globally, crypto adoption is accelerating, with the U.S. SEC easing regulations and European central banks exploring Bitcoin reserves. Meanwhile, Switzerland’s AMINA offers hybrid banking services for both fiat and cryptocurrencies, reflecting the sector’s rapid evolution.
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Oxbridge Re Holdings has adopted a Bitcoin and Ethereum-backed treasury strategy, aiming to modernize its financial approach and embrace blockchain technology. CEO Jay Madhu emphasized Bitcoin’s reliability as a store of value amid rising global adoption. This move aligns with a broader trend of companies diversifying their investments in digital assets, signaling a shift towards decentralized finance.
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Dow futures are on the rise, driven by gains in chip stocks. MicroStrategy Inc. announced plans to raise $2 billion through the issuance of preferred stock to fund additional bitcoin purchases, with the sale expected to occur in the first quarter through public underwritten offerings.
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