In a move that signals the accelerating convergence of cryptocurrency and traditional banking, Ripple Labs has confirmed it is applying for a national bank charter from the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). CEO Brad Garlinghouse announced the decision on social media platform X, stating the application underscores Ripple’s “long-standing compliance roots” […]

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