2021-1-14 02:01 |
Acting Comptroller of the Currency Brian Brooks will be stepping down on Jan. 14, he confirmed Wednesday. origin »
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Crypto allies dominate the list of witnesses slated to appear before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
A largely proclaimatory meetup generated a positive response, with the industry appearing ready for a busy new year on the Hill.
Changpeng Zhao said Brooks stepping down would not "impact Binance.US customers in any way." The cryptocurrency community has different thoughts.
The rule would have prohibited U.S. banks from denying services based on ideological factors.
Brooks hinted at a flurry of crypto clarity actions in the next 6 weeks that could drive more institutions into the asset class.
The OCC's July ruling that allowed banks to provide custody spurred the newfound interest, Brooks said.