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OCC Proposes Detailed Rules for Stablecoin Issuance Under GENIUS Act

OCC Proposes Detailed Rules for Stablecoin Issuance Under GENIUS Act

The OCC issued a notice of proposed rulemaking on February 25, 2026, to fully implement the GENIUS Act enacted in July 2025. The framework applies to permitted payment stablecoin issuers, including bank subsidiaries, federal and qualified state issuers, and foreign entities seeking U.S. access. Issuers must maintain 1:1 reserves with highly liquid assets, redeem at par within two business days, and implement principles-based risk...

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More to Come, Crypto Leaders Report Constructive Third White House Meeting on Stablecoin Rewards

‘More to Come’: Crypto Leaders Report Constructive Third White House Meeting on Stablecoin Rewards

Third closed-door White House meeting held February 19 focused on stablecoin rewards and yields under pending U.S. legislation. Participants included Coinbase, Ripple, Crypto Council for Innovation, Blockchain Association, and major bank trade groups. Leaders described the session as constructive, signaling “more to come” on a consumer-friendly framework. Discussions center on allowing platform-level rewards without...

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White House Stablecoin Yield Talks End in Impasse as Banks Demand Broader Ban

White House Stablecoin Yield Talks End in Impasse as Banks Demand Broader Ban

U.S. crypto and banking executives met at the White House on February 10, but failed to reach an agreement on stablecoin yields. Banks circulated a principles document calling for a total ban on yields, exceeding the bill’s draft text. Crypto representatives expressed optimism for future progress, while the issue may return to the Senate Banking Committee. A closed-door White House meeting aimed at resolving a key...

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White House to Host Crypto and Banking Summit Amid Stalled Market Structure Bill

White House to Host Crypto and Banking Summit Amid Stalled Market Structure Bill

White House intervention: A summit hosted by the administration’s crypto council is set for February 2 to discuss the delayed market structure bill. Core dispute: Regulations on stablecoin yields and rewards, with banks concerned about deposit outflows. Industry hopes: The meeting could pave the way for compromise and advance bipartisan legislation. The White House is taking a hands-on approach to revive stalled...

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CLARITY Act on Ice After Coinbase Pulls Support

CLARITY Act on Ice After Coinbase Pulls Support

Indefinite postponement: Senate Banking Committee delays CLARITY Act markup with no new date set after last-minute changes. Coinbase pulls support: Exchange opposes provisions banning stablecoin rewards and restricting SEC flexibility. Focus shifts to housing: Committee pivots to Trump administration housing priorities amid stalled crypto talks. Agriculture Committee contrast: Proceeds with its version, including DeFi...

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