United States of America: Office of the Comptroller of the Currency adopted Interpretive Letter 1183 clarifying cryptocurrency activities for national banks
Description
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency adopted Interpretive Letter 1183 clarifying cryptocurrency activities for national banks
On 7 March 2025, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) adopted Interpretive Letter 1183, which allows national banks and federal savings associations to engage in cryptocurrency activities, including crypto-asset custody, stablecoin op…
Scope
Policy Area
Authorisation, registration and licensing
Policy Instrument
Authorisation of goods or services
Regulated Economic Activity
digital payment provider (incl. cryptocurrencies)
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
central government