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Mar 8, 05:42 PM
OCC Clarifies U.S. Banks Can Engage in Stablecoin Activities and Become Validators on Ethereum and Constellation
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Blockchains
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OCC Clarifies U.S. Banks Can Engage in Stablecoin Activities and Become Validators on Ethereum and Constellation

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  • Mario Nawfal’s Roundtable
  • CryptoGoos
  • Dagnum P.I.
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Recent developments from U.S. banking regulators indicate a significant shift towards the integration of blockchain technology within the financial sector. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has clarified that national banks can now engage in stablecoin activities without prior approval, marking a pivotal moment for digital currencies. Furthermore, U.S. banks are now permitted to act as validators on major blockchain networks, including Ethereum and Constellation (DAG). This move is expected to facilitate greater institutional adoption of blockchain technology, enhancing the role of banks in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Notably, the Constellation network has received support from the U.S. Department of Defense, emphasizing its credibility within government-backed blockchain initiatives.

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