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Revolut moves closer to US banking launch with OCC approval
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Fusion42 · 6 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Revolut has received conditional approval from the US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to establish a national bank, moving closer to launching direct US banking operations in 2027. This will allow Revolut to offer FDIC-insured deposits, loans, credit cards, and crypto services while reducing dependence on third-party banks.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 3 sources have reported it between 3 Sep 2026 and 6 Sep 2026.
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Revolut’s move to build its own US banking platform signals a major shift away from reliance on third-party banks. You need to prepare for intensified competition in US fintech markets post-2027 as Revolut gains direct control over deposits, loans, and payments.
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3 sources · first reported 3 Sep 2026 · latest 6 Sep 2026
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