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Coinbase approved as nationally chartered trust bank

Coinbase has been granted approval by the US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to operate as a nationally chartered trust bank. This new status will enable Coinbase to offer payment and custody services, and to further develop its stablecoin operations. While not a full banking charter, this designation is a significant regulatory step for the cryptocurrency company and the broader digital asset industry. AI

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Coinbase approved as nationally chartered trust bank

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    Coinbase receives approval to become a chartered trust bank

    Coinbase has received approval from the US Office of the Comptroller of Currency to become a nationally chartered trust bank.