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Russias largest lender, Sberbank, is preparing to accept Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Tether (USDT) as collateral for loans as the country introduces a new regulatory framework for digital assets. Sberbank Deputy Chairman Anatoly Popov told TASS that the bank intends to allow borrowers to pledge the three cryptocurrencies once the Bank of Russia grants the necessary approval for broader circulation.

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Ethereum (ETH) remains in a strong technical position following its sharp August breakout, with the cryptocurrency consolidating near $2,470 while staying comfortably above several important moving averages. ETH is trading around $2,472 after climbing rapidly from approximately $1,900.

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XRP price remains in a bullish technical position after its strong August rally, with the cryptocurrency continuing to trade above a critical long-term support level near $1.35. Holding this area could determine whether XRP extends its recovery or faces a deeper correction.

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Bitcoin is consolidating near $79,000 after a powerful August rally, with technical indicators suggesting buyers remain in control despite signs of overbought market conditions. Bitcoin (BTC) is trading around $78,840 after recently climbing above $81,000.