The Trump administration is taking steps towards relaxing capital requirements for major US banks, a move reminiscent of the era following the 2008 financial crisis. According to the […]
Banks Embark on New Digital Asset Frontier: XRP Integration Gains Traction
The US banking sector has taken a major step forward in its integration of cryptocurrency, with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) issuing new guidance […]
Standard Chartered Enters Crypto Market with FalconX Partnership
Standard Chartered has partnered with digital asset broker FalconX to bolster its institutional cryptocurrency services. This strategic collaboration marks a major move for Standard Chartered as it aims […]
Standard Chartered Deepens Institutional Crypto Banking with FalconX Partnership
Global banking giant Standard Chartered has strengthened its support for the cryptocurrency industry by partnering with crypto prime broker FalconX. The partnership will provide a comprehensive suite of […]
US Regulators Permit Crypto Services at National Banks
A major regulatory shift in 2025 has authorized national banks to offer cryptocurrency services. The decision from the Office of the Comptroller of Currency (OCC) and Federal Deposit […]
Federal Reserve Warns of Stablecoin Risks to U.S. Banks
The Federal Reserve has issued a significant warning regarding stablecoins, particularly those issued by non-bank entities, and their potential impact on U.S. banks. The Fed highlights the possibility […]
OCC Grants Full Crypto Integration to U.S. Banks
The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has lifted restrictions on national banks, allowing them to offer a full range of crypto services. This significant […]
Emirates NBD Leverages AI, Blockchain, and Quantum Tech to Drive Innovation
Emirates NBD, a prominent UAE bank, is spearheading its digital transformation by integrating artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and quantum technologies. This initiative was recently announced in Dubai, positioning […]
Banks Can Offer Cryptocurrency Custody Services After Major U.S. Regulatory Shift
The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has paved the way for banks to provide cryptocurrency custody services to their clients. This landmark decision allows […]
OCC Clarifies Banks’ Crypto Custody Authority: Potential Boost for Institutional Involvement
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has issued new guidance clarifying banks’ authority to engage with cryptocurrencies, potentially opening doors for increased institutional participation in […]
U.S. Banks Gain Authority to Offer Crypto Services
The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has issued a major change that will allow banks to offer crypto trading services directly to customers. This […]
US Banks Now Allowed to Offer Crypto Services: OCC Clarifies Rules
The Office of the Comptroller of Currency (OCC) has officially clarified that federally regulated banks in the US can now offer crypto-related services, such as providing cryptocurrency custody […]
Banks Now Allowed to Trade Crypto With OCC Approval
The U.S. banking industry is undergoing a significant transformation as the Office of the Comptroller of Currency (OCC) has granted permission for banks to participate in cryptocurrency trading […]
US Banks Get Green Light for Crypto Custody: New Rules Allow Trading and Outsourcing
The US Office of the Comptroller of Currency (OCC) has cleared banks under its jurisdiction to engage with cryptocurrency. In a letter released on May 7, 2025, Acting […]
OCC Clarifies Bank’s Role in Crypto Services: Custody and Execution Allowed
The Office of the Comptroller of Currency (OCC) has issued a clarification confirming that banks can offer crypto custody and execution services to their customers. This allows for […]