New FDIC guidance permits crypto activities by supervised institutions without prior approval, emphasizing risk management and compliance with applicable laws and regulations....more
In a break from restrictive Biden-era policies, OCC-supervised banks may now engage in crypto without supervisory nonobjection, potentially opening new avenues for innovation....more
On January 22, 2025, New York Attorney General (NYAG) Letitia James announced a judgment and settlement against cash advance provider Yellowstone Capital, its officers, and two dozen affiliates (Yellowstone) for more than $1...more
The CFPB’s proposal, its first attempt to regulate cryptocurrencies and stablecoins, is unlikely to survive the administration change....more
1/24/2025
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A Republican Congress and the incoming Trump administration may employ the CRA to quickly overturn recent rules that faced heavy criticism from the financial services industry....more
1/22/2025
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The rule aims to reduce market concentration by guaranteeing consumer access to personal financial data, but faces strident criticism and immediate legal challenge....more
10/30/2024
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Remittance service providers would need to update their disclosure statements under a narrowly tailored proposed amendment which aims to resolve issues more efficiently and save consumers time....more
The proposal would make key changes to the definition of “deposit broker” with significant ramifications for banks, fintechs, bank-fintech partnerships, and other third parties in the financial services industry....more
Paycheck advance products that are deemed consumer loans under the CFPB’s new proposal would be subject to increased disclosure and regulatory protections....more
9/6/2024
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A recent bipartisan bill, if enacted, would particularly benefit small lenders and bank/fintech partnerships by promoting transparency, appellate rights and examiner accountability.
On Dec. 14, 2023, a bipartisan group of...more
As person-to-person payments become mainstream, the proposal would proactively outlaw fees that financial institutions could assess on instantaneously declined transactions.
On January 24, 2024, the Consumer Financial...more
A recent bipartisan bill, if enacted, would particularly benefit small lenders and bank-fintech partnerships by promoting transparency, appellate rights, and examiner accountability.
On December 14, 2023, a bipartisan...more
The OCC outlines safety and soundness principles and appropriate risk management processes for its regulated institutions that engage in BNPL lending.
On December 6, 2023, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency...more
The proposal would subject certain large non-bank companies offering wallet and payment services to federal regulatory oversight on par with banks and credit unions.
On November 7, 2023, the Consumer Financial Protection...more
The joint statement provides helpful guidance on the civil rights implications of considering an individual’s immigration status under the ECOA.
On October 12, 2023, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and...more
A proposed rule would lower the maximum amount that large debit card issuers can charge merchants for each transaction.
On October 25, 2023, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (FRB) published a proposal...more
A proposed rule would increase Treasury’s insight into non-US crypto mixing transactions to combat illicit activities by malicious actors.
On October 19, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes...more
11/3/2023
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Licensees, exchanges, and other market participants should prepare to comply with the listing, disclosure, capital, and other requirements that the new law imposes.
On October 13, 2023, California Governor Gavin Newsom...more
11/1/2023
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The Act aims to modernize and streamline state regulation of money transmitters while promoting innovation and consumer protection.
More than a dozen US states have enacted the Money Transmission Modernization Act (MTMA)...more
New laws implement regulatory standards and licensing requirements for fintechs seeking to improve employee access to wages.
On June 13, 2023, Nevada enacted a law that regulates earned wage access (EWA) services provided...more
A new program addresses innovative banking activities such as bank-fintech partnerships and digital assets while reinforcing guardrails around stablecoin activity.
On August 8, 2023, the Board of Governors of the Federal...more
8/16/2023
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Consumers and businesses stand to benefit from rapid access to funds at any time when routed through participating financial institutions.
On July 20, 2023, the Federal Reserve announced the long-awaited launch of its...more
The guidance outlines principles and key considerations for banking organizations as they navigate risks associated with third parties, including fintechs.
On June 6, 2023, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation...more
6/23/2023
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The rule requires that lenders collect and report extensive applicant data to the CFPB, intended to deter discrimination and promote economic growth.
On March 30, 2023, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)...more
Congress will be “starting from scratch” in attempting to establish a regulatory framework for stablecoins — an issue that many believe is the top digital asset legislative priority.
On April 15, 2023, the US House...more