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InformationalOCCOct 28, 2026

OCC Bulletin 2026-50: GENIUS Act Regulations: Final Rule

On October 21, 2026, the OCC issued a final rule establishing requirements for permitted payment stablecoin issuers. The rule also addresses custody activities by OCC-supervised entities.

On October 21, 2026, the OCC issued a final rule establishing requirements for permitted payment stablecoin issuers. The rule also addresses custody activities by OCC-supervised entities.

What changed

Final rule established requirements for payment and custody activities related to stablecoins.

Compliance perspective

Entities involved in stablecoin issuance must align their operations with the new requirements.

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