The cryptocurrency exchange ATAIX Eurasia, licensed in Kazakhstan, has reached out to its Russian clients, requesting them to close their accounts by December 15 of this year. The exchange's representatives explained that due to European Union sanctions, they are compelled to cease serving Russian users. The restrictions apply to Russian citizens, residents in Russia, and companies registered in Russia.

ATAIX Eurasia emphasized the necessity of complying with these sanctions. They expressed regret for any inconvenience this decision may cause and urged Russian users to take the necessary steps to close their accounts and withdraw funds.

This decision by ATAIX Eurasia follows similar actions by other cryptocurrency exchanges, including Binance, which in September announced its complete withdrawal from Russia and the sale of its Russian business to CommEX. Earlier, Binance had restricted Russian clients from using its P2P service for all currencies except the ruble. Other platforms, including OKX, Bybit, and Kucoin, have also implemented similar measures.