Survey: 32% of Russians surveyed think the digital ruble is "some kind of fraud"

Odaily Planet Daily News According to a survey conducted by the information service provider Bankinform, many Russians are interested in news about the possible launch of the digital ruble. However, 32% disapproved of the currency product, believing it to be some kind of scam. The study showed that 13% of respondents are closely following the development of the digital ruble and intend to use it after its launch. It also stated that they see new opportunities brought by CBDC; one-third of the respondents admitted to paying attention to the news about the new digital form of the Russian national currency, but had no intention of dealing with it; more than 21% were not interested in the topic at all. interest; and 32% of respondents called the Russian CBDC “some kind of fraud.” (Crypto Potato) Earlier news, the Central Bank of Russia announced on Wednesday that it will start a digital ruble pilot in cooperation with 13 banks next week to expand the scope of its pilot. The first phase of testing will focus on digital wallets, transfers between citizens, purchases of goods and services using QR codes, and simple automated payments. Specifically, pilot participants will be able to pay in digital rubles at 30 retail outlets in 11 Russian cities. By the end of this year, the central bank will expand the target audience for participation by citizens and businesses.