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OCC Outlines Waiver Process for Stablecoin Issuers Ahead of GENIUS Act Deadline

21 Oct 2026 7:37 a.m. · Source: Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)

The OCC says existing stablecoin issuers with substantially complete applications pending by January 18, 2027, can seek waivers from the GENIUS Act's prior approval requirement.

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