Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 to Impact Cryptocurrency Market
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 09 2026- Increased Economic Pressure: The Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 mandates a minimum 500% tariff on all goods imported directly from Russia, effectively severing trade ties and exerting significant economic pressure, which could lead to global market turmoil.
- Secondary Sanctions Risk: The act's secondary sanctions threaten 500% tariffs on third-party nations like India and China that continue to purchase Russian oil and uranium, potentially introducing major uncertainty into the international financial system and impacting cryptocurrency price volatility.
- Shifts in Crypto Demand: In response to isolation from the SWIFT system, Russia may accelerate its adoption of cryptocurrencies for international trade; however, the global crypto market's limited liquidity may cap any sustained bullish impact on prices due to insufficient capacity to handle Russia's import volume.
- Regulatory Backlash Anticipation: Should Russia successfully use digital assets to evade sanctions, Western regulators are likely to respond swiftly with stricter KYC/AML laws, which could dampen investor enthusiasm and restrict market access for cryptocurrencies.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
