#USOCCIssuesNewStablecoinRules OCC’s Bold Move Signals a New Era for Stablecoins
On February 25, 2026, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) released a transformative proposal under the GENIUS Act, redefining how stablecoins operate within the U.S. financial system. For years, stablecoins were seen as experimental digital assets, often operating on the fringes of regulation. Today, the message is clear: the era of loosely regulated stablecoins is over, and both issuers and investors must adapt—or risk being left behind.
Key Provisions in the Proposal
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