economy
March 9, 2026
Top US banks weigh suing federal regulator over crypto banking rules
Exclusive: Bank Policy Institute, representing lenders such as JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs, argues that new licenses could harm US consumers and financial system
TL;DR
- Major US banks, represented by the Bank Policy Institute (BPI), are considering suing the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC).
- The lawsuit stems from the OCC's reinterpretation of licensing rules, making it easier for crypto and fintech firms to obtain national bank trust charters.
- Banks argue these firms will operate with less rigorous supervision than traditional banks, potentially risking consumers and the financial system.
- The BPI previously urged the OCC to reject applications from crypto and payments firms like Circle, Ripple, and Wise.
- Other groups, including the Conference of State Bank Supervisors and the Independent Community Bankers of America, have also warned the OCC about the potential negative impacts of these new licenses.
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