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US Gov Finalizes Stablecoin Rules - Companies Now Need to Apply, and Receive Approval ...
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Fusion42 · 23 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
The US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has finalized a rule for stablecoin issuers effective January 18, 2027, requiring companies to apply for and receive approval before issuing tokens, with a waiver process for existing issuers awaiting decisions. The rule covers reserve assets, redemption, risk management, and supervision but does not finalize all federal stablecoin regulations, leaving ongoing work with other agencies.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 2 sources have reported it between 22 Oct 2026 and 24 Oct 2026.
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You must prepare your stablecoin issuance for a strict application and approval regime starting January 2027, or face losing permission to operate. Waiting to apply is not an option as waivers are time-limited, and unclear issuer status will hinder your market access.
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2 sources · first reported 22 Oct 2026 · latest 24 Oct 2026
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