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Dive Deposits: 4 takeaways from Jonathan Gould’s Wyoming appearance
OCC Comptroller Jonathan Gould signaled regulatory openness to crypto-native financial institutions at a Wyoming blockchain symposium, explicitly stating that safeguarding traditional banks falls outside his mandate.
Aug 21, 2026
OCC Commends FDIC Reform, Advances Priority to Reinvigorate De Novo Chartering
The OCC publicly praises the FDIC's recent regulatory reforms while reaffirming its own commitment to easing the process for new bank charters — a coordinated signal to stakeholders that federal banking regulators are aligning to lower barriers for new entrants.
Aug 11, 2026
The US OCC denies Dutch fintech Bunq's application for a national bank charter, citing the need for more clarity on its business plan to expand in the US (Bloomberg)
The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) rejected Bunq BV’s application for a national bank charter due to insufficient detail in its U.S. expansion business plan.
Aug 8, 2026
Stablecoin firm Dakota applies for OCC trust banking charter
Stablecoin firm Dakota has applied for a national trust banking charter from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), seeking direct access to core banking infrastructure and regulatory legitimacy.
Aug 5, 2026
Ex-regulator frets over OCC brain drain
A former Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) regulator expresses concern that sustained staff attrition has critically weakened the agency’s capacity to manage or mitigate a future financial crisis.
Aug 5, 2026
OCC Requests Comment on Proposed Rulemaking on the OCC Rules Regarding the Availability of OCC Information
The OCC proposed updates to its internal rules on disclosing agency information and is seeking public feedback on the changes.
Aug 3, 2026
OCC Requests Comment on Proposed Rulemaking on the OCC Rules Regarding the Availability of OCC Information
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) issued a notice requesting public comment on proposed revisions to its rules governing disclosure of agency information, aiming to recalibrate transparency versus confidentiality.
Aug 3, 2026
OCC Requests Comment on Proposed Rulemaking on the OCC Rules Regarding the Availability of OCC Information
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) issued a notice requesting public comment on proposed revisions to its rules governing disclosure of agency information, aiming to recalibrate transparency and confidentiality protocols.
Aug 3, 2026
OCC Requests Comment on Proposed Rulemaking on the OCC Rules Regarding the Availability of OCC Information
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) issued a notice of proposed rulemaking to revise its rules on disclosure of agency information, seeking public comment on structural and substantive changes intended to recalibrate confidentiality versus transparency.
Aug 3, 2026
OCC, FDIC propose another CRA revamp
The OCC and FDIC jointly proposed a revision to the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) that restricts bank grants to groups labeled 'activist' and reduces CRA data collection requirements for some banks.
Aug 3, 2026
Agencies Issue Joint Proposal Amending the Community Reinvestment Act Rules
U.S. banking regulators proposed targeted amendments to Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) rules to improve statutory alignment, enhance targeting of community development grants, reduce compliance burden—especially for community banks—and increase clarity on CRA performance evaluation.
Aug 1, 2026
OCC Releases CRA Performance Evaluations for 14 National Banks and Federal Savings Associations
The OCC published a routine list of recently finalized CRA performance evaluations for 14 national banks and federal savings associations, reflecting standard regulatory transparency under the Community Reinvestment Act.
Jul 31, 2026
OCC Releases CRA Performance Evaluations for 14 National Banks and Federal Savings Associations
The OCC published CRA performance evaluations for 14 national banks and federal savings associations covering July 1–30, 2026 — a routine regulatory disclosure required under the Community Reinvestment Act.
Jul 31, 2026
OCC Continues Community Bank Comeback with Revised CBLR Framework
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) revised its Community Bank Leverage Ratio (CBLR) compliance guide, enabling an estimated $64 billion in capital relief for community banks to support Main Street lending.
Jul 31, 2026
OCC Continues Community Bank Comeback with Revised CBLR Framework
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) updated its compliance guide for the Community Bank Leverage Ratio (CBLR) framework to reduce regulatory burden on qualifying community banks.
Jul 30, 2026
Comptroller Gould Highlights OCC’s Financial Literacy Efforts at Financial Literacy and Education Commission Meeting
OCC Comptroller Jonathan V. Gould delivered remarks at the Financial Literacy and Education Commission meeting emphasizing the OCC’s financial literacy initiatives, responsible innovation support, and consumer education resources.
Jul 28, 2026
Comptroller Gould Highlights OCC’s Financial Literacy Efforts at Financial Literacy and Education Commission Meeting
Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan V. Gould presented the OCC’s financial literacy initiatives and framing of AI-driven innovation as 'responsible' during a Financial Literacy and Education Commission meeting.
Jul 28, 2026
The US OCC denies Wise's application to create a national trust bank, citing incompatibility with new Federal Reserve policies; Wise says it plans to reapply (Simone Lobo/Reuters)
The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) rejected Wise's application to charter a national trust bank, citing misalignment with newly issued Federal Reserve policies; Wise stated it intends to reapply, and its London-listed shares dropped 10%.
Jul 24, 2026
OCC terminates Quontic consent order
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) terminated a consent order against Quontic Bank, signaling resolution of prior regulatory concerns related to risk management and compliance.
Jul 17, 2026
Agencies Issue Joint Statement on Handling of Highly Sensitive Information During Bank Examinations
Federal bank regulators jointly announced new on-site review protocols for highly sensitive bank information during examinations to reduce data transfer risks.
Jul 17, 2026
OCC Announces Enforcement Actions for July 2026
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency published a routine monthly list of enforcement actions taken against banks and financial institutions in July 2026.
Jul 16, 2026
Trump administration urges banks to scrutinize lending to immigrants without work authorization - CNBC
The Trump administration issued guidance urging banks to scrutinize lending to immigrants without work authorization, raising compliance and risk-management concerns for financial institutions.
Jul 14, 2026
U.S. bank regulators warn firms on lending to undocumented workers - Reuters
U.S. federal banking regulators issued a supervisory warning to financial institutions about risks associated with extending credit to undocumented workers, citing compliance, reputational, and operational concerns.
Jul 15, 2026
OCC shutters smallest US bank
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) closed Kentland Federal Savings and Loan Association — the smallest federally chartered bank in the U.S. — and the FDIC appointed Kentland Bank as receiver, transferring all deposits and liabilities without interruption to customers.
Jul 13, 2026
Circle stock pops after stablecoin issuer wins approval to establish a trust bank - Yahoo Finance
Circle, a stablecoin issuer, received regulatory approval to establish a trust bank, triggering a stock price increase.
Jul 11, 2026
Circle gets OCC’s full trust bank charter nod
Circle received full approval for a national trust bank charter from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), enabling it to operate as a federally chartered trust bank with authority to custody, hold, and manage digital assets.
Jul 10, 2026
Circle gets an OCC bank charter as stablecoin competition heats up, shares surge 14%
Circle received a national bank charter from the OCC, enabling it to hold customer deposits and issue USD Coin (USDC) under federal banking supervision — a regulatory milestone that elevates its competitive position amid intensifying stablecoin rivalry.
Jul 10, 2026
Sony receives OCC’s conditional approval for trust charter
Sony received conditional approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to establish Connectia Trust, a national trust bank focused on stablecoin issuance and management, with launch targeted for 2027.
Jul 9, 2026
OCC ends enforcement against Patriot Bank
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) terminated an enforcement action against Patriot Bank, concluding a regulatory compliance matter that had cost the bank over $5 million in related expenses.
Published Jul 2, 2026 · Analyzed Jul 7, 2026
OCC Releases CRA Performance Evaluations for 20 National Banks and Federal Savings Associations
The OCC published CRA performance evaluations for 20 national banks and federal savings associations covering June 1–30, 2026 — a routine regulatory disclosure required under the Community Reinvestment Act to assess institutions’ lending, investment, and service activities in low- and moderate-income communities.
Published Jul 1, 2026 · Analyzed Jul 7, 2026
OCC Reports Mortgage Performance for First Quarter of 2026
The OCC released quarterly mortgage performance data for the federal banking system, reporting delinquency and foreclosure metrics for first-lien mortgages as of March 31, 2026.
Published Jun 30, 2026 · Analyzed Jul 7, 2026
OCC Announces Senior Personnel Changes
The OCC announced two senior personnel changes framed as supporting the evolution of its technology infrastructure and elevating supervisory leadership for complex portfolios.
Published Jun 29, 2026 · Analyzed Jul 7, 2026
OCC Clarifies Filing Decision Process
The OCC issued a procedural clarification about how it evaluates bank-related filings, without announcing new rules, policy changes, or specific decisions.
Published Jun 17, 2026 · Analyzed Jul 7, 2026
Related Claims
01 The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency continues to prioritize reinvigorating de novo chartering to build a robust, diverse banking system that supports the U.S. economy
02 Two senior personnel changes will support the evolution of the agency's technology and information infrastructure.
03 Circle's CEO said the development 'marks a defining step in bringing blockchain technology and digital assets into the core of the U.S. financial system.'
04 The OCC released a list of Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) performance evaluations that became public during the period of June 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026.
05 First-lien mortgage delinquency rate for national banks and federal savings associations was 3.2% as of March 31, 2026.
06 The OCC is proposing structural and substantive changes to its rules governing the disclosure of OCC information.
07 The exodus of OCC talent leaves the agency unable to respond to a financial crisis.
08 The OCC and FDIC would limit grants banks give to 'activist' community groups.
09 The federal bank regulatory agencies issued a joint statement describing enhanced security procedures for review of highly sensitive information in connection with examinations of supervised banks, such as reviewing materials on-site rather than transferring them onto agency systems.
10 The US OCC denies Wise's application to create a national trust bank, citing incompatibility with new Federal Reserve policies.
11 The OCC is expanding financial literacy, supporting responsible innovation, and providing consumers with practical educational resources.
12 The proposed changes are designed to improve the balance between protecting OCC confidential information and transparency obligations.
13 Dakota applied for an OCC trust banking charter.
14 Protecting traditional banks is not Jonathan Gould’s job.
15 The OCC released enforcement actions for July 2026.
16 Sony receives OCC’s conditional approval for trust charter
17 $64 billion to be freed up to support Main Street lending
18 Quontic viewed the remediation process 'as an opportunity to strengthen the foundation of our bank.'
19 The OCC issued a revised compliance guide for the community bank leverage ratio (CBLR) framework as part of its ongoing work to provide regulatory relief for community banks.
20 Trump administration urges banks to scrutinize lending to immigrants without work authorization.
21 U.S. bank regulators warned financial firms about risks associated with lending to undocumented workers.
22 The OCC supports responsible innovation and provides consumers with practical educational resources.
23 The proposed changes are designed to improve the balance between protecting OCC confidential information and transparency.
24 The OCC released a list of Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) performance evaluations that became public during the period of July 1, 2026, through July 30, 2026.
25 The US OCC denies Dutch fintech Bunq's application for a national bank charter, citing the need for more clarity on its business plan to expand in the US.
26 OCC shutters smallest US bank
27 The agencies proposed targeted changes to their current rules implementing the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) to better align with the statutory mandate; better ensure that community development grants reach the communities they are intended to benefit; reduce burden for banks, particularly for community banks; and provide greater clarity for how to obtain CRA consideration.
28 The OCC released CRA performance evaluations for 14 national banks and federal savings associations covering July 1–30, 2026.
29 The OCC clarified the standards for its decisions on filings.
30 The proposed changes are designed to improve the balance between protecting OCC confidential information and transparency.
31 Circle wins approval to establish a trust bank.
32 The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency granted Circle approval to operate as a trust bank.
33 OCC ends enforcement against Patriot Bank
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