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OCC Highlights, AML & CRA Risks

Perficient

This particular scam involves criminals building trust with victims in digital relationships before persuading them to invest in cryptocurrency platforms, ultimately leading to financial losses. Once published by regulators, Perficient’s Risk and Regulatory CoE will be here to walk our clients through the changes.

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Ireland Crypto Regulation Looms

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In Ireland, reported CryptoGlobe , the Irish cabinet has approved legislation that will bring more regulation to the sector. Separately, in India, the action toward crypto regulation seems to be … inaction. The statement comes as cryptocurrencies are still not being recognized as legal tender. In the U.S.,

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NY Federal Reserve Evaluates Stablecoin Frameworks

Perficient

Cryptocurrency continues to grow, and Perficient is committed to helping financial services clients continue to understand and navigate this fast-changing part of the economy. Although not stated, FDIC insurance of stablecoin deposits would almost have to be required. Further Reading.

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Executive order on digital assets includes roles for CFPB, FTC, federal banking agencies

CFPB Monitor

President Biden has signed an Executive Order intended to respond to the explosive growth in digital assets, including cryptocurrencies. Such other agencies include the CFPB, FTC, Federal Reserve Board, FDIC, and OCC. It is chaired by the Secretary of the Treasury and the CFPB Director serves as Vice-Chair.). .

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Bitcoin Daily: US Regulators Join Global Financial Innovation Network; Colorado Explores Crypto Banking For Cannabis Firms

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The Commodity Futures Trading Commission ( CFTC ), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ( FDIC ), Office of the Comptroller of the Currency ( OCC ), and the Securities and Exchange Commission ( SEC ) have announced that they are joining the Global Financial Innovation Network ( GFIN ).

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SEC Halts Texas Financial Firm’s ‘Illegal’ ICO

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In addition, the SEC alleges AriseBank “falsely stated that it purchased [a Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation]-insured bank, which enabled it to offer customers FDIC-insured accounts.” In response to the complaint, the firm said it amended its announcement about the bank. The news comes as the SEC has grown increasingly wary of ICOs.

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Federal banking agencies Issue “Crypto Asset Roadmap” for 2022 guidance; OCC confirms prior interpretive letters on crypto (but adds no-objection requirement)

CFPB Monitor

Federal banking regulators have been busy in this space. Accordingly, “it is important that [the Agencies] provide coordinated and timely clarity where appropriate to promote safety and soundness, consumer protection, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including [AML] and illicit finance statute and rules.”