State Virtual Currency Regulation Policy Model Released by American Bank Supervisors

State Virtual Currency Regulation Policy Model Released by American Bank Supervisors

The Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) released their "Policy on State Virtual Currency Regulation" earlier today. The CSBS does not have a direct say in each states' financial laws; however, the CSBS stands as the only coalition of state bank regulators in the country and has considerable clout and influence on state banks. One of the stated goals of the CSBS is to preserve the United States dual banking system. The proposed CSBS regulatory framework resembles the BitLicense regulatory framework already being attempted by the NYDFS. The CSBS is accepting comments for the next 60....


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