Crypto lobby backs formal removal of ‘reputation risk’ from bank examinations

US crypto lobby Blockchain Association supports formalizing removal of "reputation risk" from Federal Reserve bank examinations. The practice previously enabled debanking of crypto firms. OCC and FDIC already finalized similar rules in April. The group argues codification provides durable protection against future administrations weaponizing reputation risk against lawful businesses, ensuring consistent regulatory standards across agencies.
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