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If VTB gains tougher powers and improves fraud controls, investor sentiment may fluctuate based on perceived operational impact.
Key Russian financial institutions including VTB, Sber, and the Central Bank are advocating for stronger regulatory and operational powers to combat droppers—fraudsters exploiting cash disbursement processes. VTB's head Kostin and Sber have called for enhanced anti-fraud measures, while the Central Bank plans to introduce and potentially publish a ranking system assessing banks' effectiveness in fighting droppers. These initiatives aim to reduce fraud risks and improve the security of cash operations within Russian banks.
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