Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
American federal government organization
- Reports this week
- 14
- Active events
- 10
- Connections
- 135
What's happening
Active this week
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The OCC finalized stablecoin rules for issuers, driving crypto equity buying and boosting Circle's USDC circulation.Well supported5 reports
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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is actively involved in the regulatory landscape of crypto firms, challenging and granting national trust bank charters for crypto activities.Well supported6 reports5 developments inside
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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is proposing rules to govern stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and U.S. Treasury fined Bank of America for reporting and compliance failures.Well supported15 reports
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The FDIC and OCC are issuing new rules concerning CRA compliance.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Trump's focus drives future crypto legislation needs, informed by OCC rulemaking, as analyzed by CoinDesk.Some support1 report
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The OCC investigated the policies of multiple major banks, including Citibank, BMO, and JPMorgan Chase, following a Trump executive order.Well supported9 reports
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OCC issued a damning report on debanking, while the absence of Fed forward guidance suggests a potential rate hike.Some support1 report
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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is reviewing banks regarding improper account closures, a crackdown spurred by orders from Donald Trump.Well supported5 reports
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A federal report investigated bank discrimination practices involving Bank of America and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Gould presented findings in Lexington, leading the CFPB to scrutinize banks following an OCC report.Some support1 report
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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency relied on the Southern Poverty Law Center to define reputation risk on October 14, 2026.Some support1 report
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Regulator identified Toronto-Dominion Bank for discriminatory practices on October 14, 2026.Some support4 reports
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OCC reviewed policies for Citibank, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and Capital One, while WePay closed a merchant account for Donald Trump.Some support2 reports
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A regulatory bill imposed a money laundering penalty on JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America.Some support1 report
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The National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) is analyzing the potential impacts of recent rule changes made by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC).Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The National Association of Affordable Housing Lenders (NAAHL) urged the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to reconsider recent changes to CRA rules.Some support1 report
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Regulators, including the FED and OCC, are scrutinizing the use of Artificial Intelligence within the financial sector.Well supported49 reports
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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) issued a proclamation regarding office closures in Mississippi and Alabama.Some support1 report
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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) fined American Express for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) failures.Some support4 reports
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The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and the Federal Reserve System are refocusing their joint supervision on material financial risk.Some support2 reports
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BLOCK applied to the OCC for a national trust bank charter to allow custody of Bitcoin and stablecoins.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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National Trust Bank is seeking a national trust charter from the OCC, facing lawsuits over alleged lax crypto scrutiny.Some support1 report
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Rain National Trust Bank filed an application with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to establish operations under a single federal supervisory framework. Soto is proposed as the President and CEO.Some support2 reports
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The Federal Reserve is joining forces with the National Credit Union Administration and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to push stablecoin identification standards.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Fidelity National Information Services is seeking regulatory approvals for new bank charters and is involved in deposit insurance applications with the OCC and FDIC.Some support1 report
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The FDIC, OCC, and NCUA jointly issued FAQs regarding CIP Rule compliance.Some support1 report
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The FED, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and National Credit Union Administration jointly proposed a principles-based framework for third-party risk.Some support1 report
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Ripple is seeking conditional federal charter approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.Some support2 reports
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The FED and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency jointly established new protocols for bank examinations.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The FED and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency jointly propose new guidelines for third-party supervision.Some support1 report
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Block submitted an application to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) for a national trust bank charter.Some support2 reports
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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency provided necessary federal regulatory approval for the merger involving Bank First.Some support1 report
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The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) are confirmed as independent federal agencies.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The FDIC, OCC, and NCUA jointly issued guidance on SAR confidentiality, involving the Federal Reserve System.Some support1 report
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The London-based company Revolut has secured conditional approval for a US bank charter from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, pending final review by the FDIC.Some support9 reports
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Nymbus selected for a core banking platform and filed for a national charter, proposing Pittsburgh as its headquarters.Some support1 report
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The FDIC and OCC are proposing rule changes to bank exams, driven by Congress and linked to affordable housing goals.Some support1 report
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World Liberty Financial International is pursuing advanced status beyond a simple trust bank, achieving conditional approval for digital asset trust bank status.Some support1 report
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Wise Group plc listed on Nasdaq via Form 20-F filing and applied for a national trust bank charter.Some support2 reports
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Agencies including the CFPB, FHFA, OCC, and NCUA jointly rescinded an interagency statement on August 25, 2026.Some support1 report
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The OCC supervises BitGo's custody functions, and Donald Trump appoints Jonathan Gould to a role within the OCC.Well supported12 reports
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An executive order initiated policy direction involving Donald Trump and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.Some support3 reports3 developments inside
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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency granted conditional approval to a venture associated with Donald Trump's family.Some support2 reports
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The OCC and FDIC are testing reusable identity verification across US banks in coordination with the Treasury Department.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Steve and Zach Witkoff are seeking a national trust bank charter from the OCC, amid corruption criticism and ties to the Middle East.Some support16 reports
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Elizabeth Warren objected to proposed stablecoin activities as Congress enacted the GENIUS Act, involving the OCC.Some support12 reports
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A business entity applied for a national trust bank charter with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) on June 16, 2026.Some support2 reports
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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency granted a charter to a company co-founded by Steve and Zach Witkoff.Some support1 report
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Dan Rayfield led a lawsuit against an administration rule change involving the OCC, citing impacts on consumer financial interests.Some support1 report
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A Chairman defends the core mission of a financial regulatory body, discussing shared oversight of financial stability and rulemaking.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency denied bunq's application for a U.S. banking charter.Well supported3 reports
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OMB proposes new restrictions on CRA grants to nonprofits, with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency commenting on the guidance.Some support1 report
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An acquisition involving Santander is currently seeking necessary approvals from multiple financial regulators, including the OCC, Federal Reserve, and ECB.Well supported3 reports
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The OCC issued a cease-and-desist order to Bank of America for Anti-Money Laundering violations.Well supported3 reports
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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency receives regulatory guidance from banks.Well supported4 reports
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Wise Group plc is seeking market expansion via a US banking license after its primary stock market listing was switched from London.Some support1 report
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US regulators rejected Wise Group plc's application for a national trust bank charter.Some support1 report
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The FED, FDIC, and OCC have jointly raised the threshold for findings on material risks, leading to a major overhaul of bank supervision driven by presidential complaints.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Executive order eliminated vague risk definitions, while a state bill created regulatory confusion and a senator introduced nationwide standards.Some support1 report1 development inside
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What's reaching Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Events traced to Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, step by step, newest first- OCC may monitor SoFi's new tokenized bank deposit productOCC must monitor SoFi's new tokenized deposit product and digital asset integrationPossible
- SoFi's crypto expansion may increase regulatory oversight from OCCSoFi's expanded crypto offerings may increase regulatory oversight from OCCPossible
- OCC may need to update rules as banks adopt tokenizationOCC may need to update rules as banks adopt tokenized financial productsPossible
- Simmons Bank's financial turnaround could influence OCC oversightSimmons Bank's profit rebound may prompt OCC review of regulatory requirementsPossible
- BofA's compliance failure may intensify OCC's AML oversightOCC's regulatory focus on AML standards may intensify following BofA's compliance failurePossible
- High-profile failures may force stricter oversight from the OCCHigh-profile AML failures may force stricter oversight from the OCCPossible
Explainers that pass through Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is a step on the way to someone elseAround Office of the Comptroller of the Currency this week
News at the entities that move Office of the Comptroller of the Currency most-
Donald Trump StructuralDonald Trump attempts to force a pipeline project through New York.Moves Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
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Eric Trump StructuralA political party has threatened legal action against the Trump family.Moves Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
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National Credit Union Administration OperationalDavid Hilton advised financial institutions on leadership on October 19, 2026.Moves Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
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Ripple StructuralVirtu Financial participated in trades facilitated by Ripple Prime on October 16, 2026.Moves Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
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Congress StructuralCongress faced decisive defeats in Bihar, while Sudhanshu Trivedi and BJP leaders criticized Rahul Gandhi.Moves Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
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FED OperationalCentral banks, including the FED, Bank of Japan, and ECB, set interest rates amid concerns over French public finances and energy prices.Moves Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Connections
The 40 strongest of 135, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Donald Trump Structural
Trump leverages his executive authority to appoint OCC leadership and issue executive orders that dictate the agency's regulatory policy and operational direction.
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Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Operational
The two agencies coordinate extensively on financial stability, rulemaking, and issuing joint guidance.
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Circle Structural
Circle operates as a national trust bank under the formal regulatory oversight and charter granted by the OCC.
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Bank of America Structural
The OCC enforces regulatory compliance, issuing civil penalties and cease-and-desist orders against Bank of America for AML and BSA violations.
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Wise Structural
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency formally rejected Wise's application to establish a national trust bank charter.
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Zach Witkoff Structural
The OCC provides the necessary regulatory charter and operational framework for Zach Witkoff's company to operate.
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FED Operational
The two regulatory agencies actively coordinate on bank supervision, risk protocols, and the establishment of financial standards.
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SoFi Structural
SoFi operates as a national bank under the formal charter and oversight of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
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Eric Trump Structural
Eric Trump applied for and received conditional approval from the OCC to operate a federal bank charter, establishing a formal regulatory oversight relationship.
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BLOCK Structural
Block is formally applying to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency for a national trust bank charter.
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Jonathan Gould Structural
Jonathan Gould serves as the Comptroller of the Currency, utilizing the OCC's formal regulatory authority.
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Revolut Structural
Revolut is obtaining a national bank charter through the formal regulatory process overseen by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
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JPMorgan Chase Structural
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency imposes formal regulatory oversight, investigations, and restrictions on JPMorgan Chase's policies.
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BitGo Structural
BitGo operates as a trust bank under the formal supervision and charter granted by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
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National Credit Union Administration Operational
The two agencies coordinate regulatory efforts by jointly proposing guidance, advisories, and frameworks for financial stability, including stablecoin oversight and financial crime.
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Illinois Structural
The OCC asserts federal preemption authority, overriding specific banking laws and fee structures within the state of Illinois.
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Ripple Structural
Ripple is actively seeking a conditional federal bank charter from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
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Citibank Structural
The OCC formally regulates and investigates Citibank's operational policies and practices.
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Capital One Structural
Capital One is subject to formal regulatory review and supervision by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
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Congress Structural
Congress establishes the legal framework, limits, and grants authority to the OCC through legislation.
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Patriot National Bancorp Structural
Patriot National Bancorp operates under the formal oversight and regulation of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
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Toronto-Dominion Bank Structural
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency actively supervises and investigates Toronto-Dominion Bank regarding regulatory compliance and policies.
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Federal Reserve System Structural
The two bodies share responsibilities in proposing regulatory requirements, establishing oversight frameworks, and supervising financial risk for the U.S. financial system.
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Anchorage Digital Structural
Anchorage Digital operates under the supervision and regulation of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
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Wells Fargo Structural
The OCC formally regulates and monitors Wells Fargo's policies and financial strength.
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First National Bank Texas Structural
First National Bank Texas operates under the formal regulation and chartering authority of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
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Santander Group Transactional
The OCC approved Santander Group's application for the acquisition of Webster Bank.
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American Express Structural
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency formally regulates American Express and has imposed civil penalties for AML failures.
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bunq Structural
The OCC formally regulates bunq, denying its application for a U.S. banking charter or license.
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Fidelity National Information Services Structural
Fidelity National Information Services is seeking regulatory approvals from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency for new bank charters.
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Department of the Treasury Structural
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is a subordinate agency operating within the Department of the Treasury.
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Delaware Shared context
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency operates within the legal and jurisdictional framework of Delaware when chartering national banks.
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BMO Bank Structural
The OCC formally supervises and investigates BMO Bank's policies and operations.
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Arvest Bank Structural
Arvest Bank is subject to regulatory oversight and thresholds set by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
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Solana Structural
The OCC has finalized stablecoin rules that formally support Solana's ecosystem.
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Jonathan Gould Structural
Jonathan Gould serves as the official spokesperson and operates under the guidance of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
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Coinbase Structural
The OCC grants formal national trust bank charters to Coinbase, establishing a regulatory dependency for its crypto operations.
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Simmons Bank Structural
Simmons Bank operates under the regulatory oversight of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
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edX Structural
edX is seeking a charter and is subject to regulation by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
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Chemung Canal Trust Company Structural
Chemung Canal Trust Company is under the formal regulatory supervision of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
16 events- The OCC finalized stablecoin rules for issuers, driving crypto equity buying and boosting Circle's USDC circulation.
- The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and U.S. Treasury fined Bank of America for reporting and compliance failures.
- Trump's focus drives future crypto legislation needs, informed by OCC rulemaking, as analyzed by CoinDesk.
- The OCC investigated the policies of multiple major banks, including Citibank, BMO, and JPMorgan Chase, following a Trump executive order.
- OCC issued a damning report on debanking, while the absence of Fed forward guidance suggests a potential rate hike.
- A federal report investigated bank discrimination practices involving Bank of America and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
- Gould presented findings in Lexington, leading the CFPB to scrutinize banks following an OCC report.
- The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency relied on the Southern Poverty Law Center to define reputation risk on October 14, 2026.
- Regulator identified Toronto-Dominion Bank for discriminatory practices on October 14, 2026.
- OCC reviewed policies for Citibank, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and Capital One, while WePay closed a merchant account for Donald Trump.
- A regulatory bill imposed a money laundering penalty on JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America.
- The National Association of Affordable Housing Lenders (NAAHL) urged the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to reconsider recent changes to CRA rules.
- The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) issued a proclamation regarding office closures in Mississippi and Alabama.
- The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) fined American Express for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) failures.
- National Trust Bank is seeking a national trust charter from the OCC, facing lawsuits over alleged lax crypto scrutiny.
- Rain National Trust Bank filed an application with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to establish operations under a single federal supervisory framework. Soto is proposed as the President and CEO.
September 2026
15 events- The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is proposing rules to govern stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act.
- The National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) is analyzing the potential impacts of recent rule changes made by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC).
- The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and the Federal Reserve System are refocusing their joint supervision on material financial risk.
- BLOCK applied to the OCC for a national trust bank charter to allow custody of Bitcoin and stablecoins.
- Fidelity National Information Services is seeking regulatory approvals for new bank charters and is involved in deposit insurance applications with the OCC and FDIC.
- The FDIC, OCC, and NCUA jointly issued FAQs regarding CIP Rule compliance.
- The FED, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and National Credit Union Administration jointly proposed a principles-based framework for third-party risk.
- Ripple is seeking conditional federal charter approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
- The FED and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency jointly propose new guidelines for third-party supervision.
- Block submitted an application to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) for a national trust bank charter.
- The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency provided necessary federal regulatory approval for the merger involving Bank First.
- The FDIC, OCC, and NCUA jointly issued guidance on SAR confidentiality, involving the Federal Reserve System.
- The London-based company Revolut has secured conditional approval for a US bank charter from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, pending final review by the FDIC.
- Nymbus selected for a core banking platform and filed for a national charter, proposing Pittsburgh as its headquarters.
- The FDIC and OCC are proposing rule changes to bank exams, driven by Congress and linked to affordable housing goals.
August 2026
16 events- The FDIC and OCC are issuing new rules concerning CRA compliance.
- The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) are confirmed as independent federal agencies.
- World Liberty Financial International is pursuing advanced status beyond a simple trust bank, achieving conditional approval for digital asset trust bank status.
- Wise Group plc listed on Nasdaq via Form 20-F filing and applied for a national trust bank charter.
- Agencies including the CFPB, FHFA, OCC, and NCUA jointly rescinded an interagency statement on August 25, 2026.
- The OCC supervises BitGo's custody functions, and Donald Trump appoints Jonathan Gould to a role within the OCC.
- The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency granted conditional approval to a venture associated with Donald Trump's family.
- The OCC and FDIC are testing reusable identity verification across US banks in coordination with the Treasury Department.
- Steve and Zach Witkoff are seeking a national trust bank charter from the OCC, amid corruption criticism and ties to the Middle East.
- Elizabeth Warren objected to proposed stablecoin activities as Congress enacted the GENIUS Act, involving the OCC.
- The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency granted a charter to a company co-founded by Steve and Zach Witkoff.
- Dan Rayfield led a lawsuit against an administration rule change involving the OCC, citing impacts on consumer financial interests.
- The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency denied bunq's application for a U.S. banking charter.
- OMB proposes new restrictions on CRA grants to nonprofits, with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency commenting on the guidance.
- An acquisition involving Santander is currently seeking necessary approvals from multiple financial regulators, including the OCC, Federal Reserve, and ECB.
- The OCC issued a cease-and-desist order to Bank of America for Anti-Money Laundering violations.
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July 2026
5 events- The FED and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency jointly established new protocols for bank examinations.
- An executive order initiated policy direction involving Donald Trump and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
- The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency receives regulatory guidance from banks.
- Wise Group plc is seeking market expansion via a US banking license after its primary stock market listing was switched from London.
- US regulators rejected Wise Group plc's application for a national trust bank charter.
June 2026
8 events- The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is actively involved in the regulatory landscape of crypto firms, challenging and granting national trust bank charters for crypto activities.
- The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is reviewing banks regarding improper account closures, a crackdown spurred by orders from Donald Trump.
- Regulators, including the FED and OCC, are scrutinizing the use of Artificial Intelligence within the financial sector.
- The Federal Reserve is joining forces with the National Credit Union Administration and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to push stablecoin identification standards.
- A business entity applied for a national trust bank charter with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) on June 16, 2026.
- A Chairman defends the core mission of a financial regulatory body, discussing shared oversight of financial stability and rulemaking.
- The FED, FDIC, and OCC have jointly raised the threshold for findings on material risks, leading to a major overhaul of bank supervision driven by presidential complaints.
- Executive order eliminated vague risk definitions, while a state bill created regulatory confusion and a senator introduced nationwide standards.