Russia’s Sberbank, the country’s largest bank, plans to launch cryptocurrency trading infrastructure by December, according to multiple reports. The move comes as Russia introduces and implements new regulatory requirements for crypto market participants. One report states that the infrastructure is targeted for launch by Dec. 1, alongside the country’s effort to set rules governing how crypto trading operates. Another report links the timeline to the start of new regulations: requirements for crypto trading, custody, and settlement come into effect on Sept. 1, and additional requirements for licensed intermediaries are scheduled to apply from July 2027. The reports also describe the broader regulatory context in which crypto can be used for foreign trade operations, while rules are being established for custody and settlement services. Taken together, the coverage indicates Sberbank is preparing for an evolving legal framework that begins with near-term implementation steps in September and extends to later licensing obligations for intermediaries. The bank’s reported infrastructure plans aim to align with these staged regulatory changes.