Russia has long voiced scepticism of cryptocurrencies and other digital assets, with the central bank citing concerns over financial stability.
The draft law, approved by State Duma members in the second and third readings on Tuesday, envisages exemptions on value-added tax for issuers of digital assets and information systems operators involved in their issue.
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