The State Duma of Russia has approved the introduction of the digital ruble, pending President Putin's signature of consent

ChainCatcher news, according to Blockworks, the Russian State Duma has approved a law on the introduction of the digital ruble. The State Duma guided the law through the necessary three readings, submitted it to the Federation Council, and ultimately submitted it to Russian President Putin for signing, pending Putin's approval. If approved by Putin, the Central Bank of Russia will become the operator of the digital ruble platform, and the law will take effect on August 1, 2023. (source link)