The digital ruble platform within the “pilot” framework has demonstrated its functionality and viability. This was stated by Vladimir Putin at a meeting on economic issues where the development of digital technologies in the financial sector was discussed. “This is indeed a very dynamic and promising direction of the modern economy, which is becoming increasingly demanded by businesses, investors, and citizens practically all over the world. Such technologies are already beginning to change the usual schemes in trade, banking, services, and international settlements.” – noted the head of state. In August last year, the Central Bank launched a pilot project using the digital ruble. Its peculiarity lies in the fact that citizens and businesses can use the digital ruble regardless of which bank they have an account with. It involves 12 banks, 600 individuals, and 22 commercial and service enterprises from 11 cities. As of July 1, more than 27 thousand transfers and over seven thousand payments for goods and services have already been made in this system. “It is important for us in Russia not to miss the moment, to timely adjust the legal framework and regulations, to develop the infrastructure, to create conditions for the circulation of digital assets, both within the country and in relations with foreign partners,” – added the president of Russia.