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Brazil is one of the top 3 countries in the world in terms of the number of cryptocurrency users and ranks second among Latin American countries in terms of the volume of the crypto market. In 2026, the Central Bank tightened the requirements for crypto platforms and simultaneously launched testing of the digital real — CBDC. For Russian companies considering crypto settlements with Brazil, this is the moment when they need to understand the new rules.

The BRICS are discussing the creation of a single payment system based on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs): India is promoting the idea of "linking" national CBDCs for trade and tourism settlements and may take the initiative to the BRICS 2026 summit. This is not a "single currency", but new payment "rails" that will potentially speed up transfers and reduce fees. We analyze the benefits for foreign economic activity and barriers — from interoperability to compliance and clearing.