[Russian Central Bank Confirms Possible Relaxation of Cryptocurrency Regulation Rules] BlockBeats News, December 2, Russian Deputy Finance Minister Ivan Chebeskov told local media that financial authorities are prepared to abandon the exclusive regulatory definition. Previously, Russia only allowed a small number of 'highly qualified' investors to access cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and its derivatives. The Russian Central Bank now believes it is 'possible' to relax current regulations restricting cryptocurrency transactions within sanctioned countries. Monetary authorities are discussing this matter with the Ministry of Finance. Under the pressure of sanctions, Russian financial regulators are shifting their stance on cryptocurrencies.