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Biden Reportedly to Nominate Crypto Critic as Top Bank Regulator
The Biden administration reportedly intends to nominate Cornell University Professor Saule Omarova, a crypto critic, to be the next Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). CoinDesk's Nikhilesh De discusses the outlook for crypto regulation should Omarova be nominated and confirmed.
Anchorage CEO: Regulation Is ‘Fundamentally Bullish’ for Crypto Space
Anchorage became the first federally chartered crypto bank under the Trump administration when then crypto-friendly regulator Brian Brooks headed the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). Now, as U.S. regulators and a Democrat-controlled Congress scrutinize the crypto industry, how will the future of regulation take shape?
Is the OCC About to Shake Up Its Digital Asset Guidance?
Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael Hsu said he and his staff are looking at “everything” in the digital asset guidance issued under his predecessor, Brian Brooks. Andres Ricaurte of Mphasis thinks it’s too late to make any drastic changes, and that regulatory clarity will be beneficial to the crypto industry.
Acting OCC Chief Is Reviewing 'Everything' Around Digital Asset Guidance Issued Last Year
During a press conference, Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael Hsu said he and his staff are reviewing "everything" related to cryptocurrency guidance issued under the leadership of his predecessor, Brian Brooks. CoinDesk's Nik De joins "First Mover" to break down what we know so far about Hsu's plans for crypto at the OCC.
OCC Chief Says US Officials Should Set ‘Regulatory Perimeter’ for Cryptocurrencies
Michael Hsu, the Acting Comptroller of the Currency, reportedly said he would like U.S. officials to work in lockstep to set a “regulatory perimeter” for cryptocurrencies. “The Hash” panel explores the potential outlook for crypto regulation.
Top Senator Wants OCC to Rethink Bank Charters for Crypto Firms
Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) is "concerned" about the banking charters granted to crypto firms Paxos, Anchorage, and Protego and has requested that the new acting OCC chief Michael Hsu reevaluate the issue and decisions by Hsu's predecessor, Brian Brooks. "The Hash" hosts discuss the potential impact for crypto regulation.
Sen. Sherrod Brown Urging the OCC to Reassess Crypto Trust Charters
Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown wrote a letter to Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael Hsu, urging the OCC to reassess the trust charters granted to three crypto companies: Paxos, Anchorage, and Protego. CoinDesk's Nik De breaks down what we know so far about Brown's letter.
New Acting OCC Chief Michael Hsu Signals Greater Caution on Crypto
Michael Hsu, the new acting OCC chief, is requesting to review all of the federal bank regulator's pending matters, interpretative letters and guidance, including issues around digital assets and cryptocurrencies. CoinDesk Global Policy and Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De explains what to expect.
Avanti's Caitlin Long on the Crypto Bank's $37M Raise
Avanti Bank CEO Caitlin Long joins “All About Bitcoin” to discuss plans for the bank's launch after raising $37M. Long explains what sets Avanti apart from banks with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's (OCC) approval to be federally chartered. Plus, her thoughts on Visa’s decision to allow settlement transactions in stablecoin USDC.
Miami Mayor Wants City to Be a 'Clean' Mining Hub for Crypto
90% of crypto is currently mined outside the United States – something Francis Suarez, the mayor of Miami, is trying to change. Suarez wants Miami to become a "clean energy" bitcoin mining hub, possibly powered by nuclear energy. Nik De reviews the feasibility of Suarez's plan. Plus, an update on the contenders to lead the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC).
