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Russians rush back to cash over digital ruble fears
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Russian media report that citizens are withdrawing cash and avoiding bank accounts amid anxiety over the digital ruble, with the country described as shifting hurriedly back to paper money. The story is drawing attention as the Bank of Russia continues piloting its central bank digital currency, and commentators debate whether fears of account restrictions and surveillance are justified.
Why now: Concerns about the digital ruble pilot are prompting fresh debate over cash, banks and financial control in Russia.
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