Uzbekistan Legalizes Stablecoins as Legal Tender by 2026

Uzbekistan is set to legalize stablecoins as official tender, a move expected to be fully implemented by January 1, 2026. This significant regulatory shift will see the Central Bank of Uzbekistan and the National Agency for Perspective Projects collaborate on the integration of regulated digital assets into its financial system. Key features include pilot projects exploring tokenized securities and integration with licensed stock exchanges.