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Crypto · October 21, 2026

First out the gate: OCC debuts final rule implementing Trump-signed GENIUS Act

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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has issued its final rule implementing the GENIUS Act, becoming the first federal agency to do so. The rule, which takes effect on January 18, 2027, establishes standards for stablecoin issuers regarding reserves, redemption, risk management, and capital requirements. Notably, the final version removed a previously proposed presumption regarding third-party reward arrangements, opting instead for a case-by-case evaluation.

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  • The OCC finalized the GENIUS Act rule on October 21, 2026. (OCC)
  • The rule takes effect January 18, 2027. (OCC)

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  • The agency will weigh stablecoin rewards on a case-by-case basis rather than using a blanket ban. (OCC)

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  • The OCC issued the final rule implementing the GENIUS Act on October 21, 2026.
  • The rule is set to take effect on January 18, 2027.
  • The OCC is the first federal regulator to finalize rules under this Act.
  • The rule establishes standards for stablecoin reserves, redemption, and risk management.
  • Anti-money laundering and sanctions rules are being handled in a separate rulemaking process with the Treasury.

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  • The OCC dropped a proposed presumption that third-party rewards arrangements were prohibited.
  • The regulator will announce separately when it will begin accepting applications and waiver requests from stablecoin issuers.

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