Sberbank Issues First Crypto-Backed Loan to Intelion Data
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 30 2025- Crypto Loan Milestone: Sberbank, Russia's largest bank, has issued its first loan backed by Bitcoin to Intelion Data, marking a significant milestone in the Russian financial sector and reflecting growing confidence in digital currencies.
- Collateral Innovation: The loan utilizes Bitcoin mined by Intelion Data as collateral through Sberbank's Rutoken custody system, indicating an accelerating process of legitimizing digital currencies within traditional finance.
- Regulatory Outlook: Sberbank's Deputy Chairman Anatoly Popov stated that the regulation of the digital currency market is emerging in Russia, and collaboration with the Central Bank will drive the development of relevant regulations, potentially influencing other banks' business models.
- Broad Industry Impact: This initiative could not only encourage the acceptance of crypto-backed loans in Russia but also provoke policy reactions, pushing the country towards further development in digital currency regulation and serving as a model for other nations considering similar financial innovations.
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.
