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Russia plans to launch its digital ruble on September 1

Russia is set to launch its digital ruble, with voluntary use and no transaction fees, according to the headlines.

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The rollout could affect Russia’s payment system and the role of banks in digital transactions.

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  1. Digital Ruble Launch: Banks Lose Power, Citizens Gain Transparency ↗english.pravda.ru · Recorded source date: Aug 21, 2026, 2:01 PM UTC
  2. Russia's Digital Ruble Launches September 1: No Fees, Voluntary Use and a Bright Red Logo ↗english.pravda.ru · Recorded source date: Aug 21, 2026, 2:02 PM UTC

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