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OCC sets path for community banks to issue stablecoins through subsidiaries
OCC Opens Stablecoin Issuance Path for Community Banks
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In the final GENIUS Act rules, OCC states that community banks may issue stablecoins through subsidiaries while retaining the $5 million minimum capital threshold. Issuers must back the value of stablecoins in circulation with eligible reserves, and operating reserves generally equal 12 months of expenses. The rules will take effect on Jan. 18, 2027.
Why it matters
The article places the capital, reserve, and operational requirements for community banks issuing stablecoins alongside the path of first using another bank’s stablecoin to test settlement, making it easier to compare the barriers to entry.
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