This would be a great step toward increasing global consumer confidence in cryptocurrencies. Proposed trading would only be available to qualified investors. The Deputy Finance Minister has told reporters that, “We categorize mining as a business activity.”
https://btcmanager.com/russia-allow-cryptocurrencies-trading-stock-commodity-exchanges/
This is great news! Thanks @cryptonitegirl
You're welcome, and thanks for your comment. I was very surprised by the news myself. ;)