OCC escrow plan opposed by regulators, consumer advocates
The OCC proposed rules would let national banks control mortgage escrow terms and potentially withhold interest, preempting state consumer protections.
OCC Approves Banks As Intermediaries In Crypto Transactions
National banks may execute riskless principal crypto-asset transactions, acting as broker between buyers and sellers without holding assets in inventory.
Crypto Allowed To Be Held By Banks For Blockchain Fees: OCC
National banks may hold limited crypto to pay blockchain network fees and test platforms, provided risk controls are in place and holdings remain minimal relative to capital.
