Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman is advocating for clear regulations governing banks and stablecoin issuers, aiming to foster fair competition between traditional financial institutions and the rapidly growing […]
OCC Opens Door for Banks to Engage Directly with Blockchain
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has removed barriers for U.S. national banks, allowing them to hold limited native crypto tokens for blockchain network fees […]
U.S. Banks Granted Authority to Hold Ethereum for Operational Use
The U.S. government has taken a significant step towards integrating cryptocurrency into traditional banking practices by granting U.S. banks permission to directly hold Ethereum, Bitcoin, Solana, and XRP […]
U.S. Banks Get the Green Light to Hold Ethereum for Blockchain Fees
A significant regulatory milestone has been reached as the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has allowed banks to hold Ethereum for blockchain fees. This […]
Banks Get Green Light: Hold Cryptocurrency as Principal for Blockchain Fees
The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has paved the way for national banks to directly hold cryptocurrency assets on their balance sheets. This authorization […]
OCC Grants Banks Permission to Use Crypto for Gas Fees
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has issued new guidance allowing US banks to hold cryptocurrency for blockchain gas fees, a move signaling a step […]
U.S. Banks Gain Authority to Hold Crypto Assets
A major regulatory shift has taken place in the U.S. financial landscape, as banks are now authorized to hold cryptocurrency assets like Bitcoin. This change marks a significant […]
US Banks Can Now Hold Crypto to Cover Gas Fees
A significant regulatory change allows U.S. banks to hold cryptocurrencies directly for paying blockchain network fees, as announced by the OCC on November 18, 2025. This move enables […]
OCC Clears Path for Banks to Hold Crypto for Operational Network Fees
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has issued guidance confirming that national banks can manage blockchain network fees as part of permissible banking activities. Specifically, […]
Italian Banks Advocate for Gradual Implementation of Digital Euro
Italian banks are backing the digital euro initiative but emphasize a gradual approach to its implementation. The Italian Banking Association urges a phased rollout of costs associated with […]
Italian Banks Advocate Phased Implementation of Digital Euro
Italian banks have pledged support for the European Central Bank’s (ECB) digital euro initiative, but with a crucial caveat: phased implementation of costs. High initial expenditure on digital […]
American Bankers Association Urges Strict Enforcement of Stablecoin Interest Ban
The American Bankers Association and a coalition of state banking groups have called on the Treasury Department to rigorously enforce a federal ban on interest payments for stablecoins […]
Coinbase Exec Challenges Banks’ Opposition to Crypto Charter Application
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) is opposing Coinbase’s application for a National Trust Company Charter in the US, potentially impacting banks’ interests as the company moves […]
Nigeria’s Financial Future: A Battle for Trust and Control
The digital revolution in Nigeria is reshaping the financial landscape, with fintech companies challenging traditional banking dominance while banks seek to maintain their position. The stakes are high: […]
Crypto Regulations Take Center Stage: Banking Rules Get a Makeover
October saw significant regulatory moves in the crypto space, particularly regarding banking rules. Industry regulators are gearing up to update these rules and make it easier for banks […]