The CBDC or the whole thing? Strong centralization of power under all all-mighty Czar is an old tradition in Russian society. I think the reason why Russians value strong and even cruel autocrats is how vulnerable Russia has been to invasions in history.

It's tragic that the existence of a vast strategic nuclear arsenal hasn't made them feel any more secure. Nothing like Hitler's or Napoleon's invasion of the Russia heartland can happen any longer. An enemy like that would have all their cities turned into radioactive ash before having any chance of success.

Russia will only undergo reforms when forced to, which is why its coming economic collapse is a welcome development.