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19 May 2026, 20:30
Sen. Warren launches a probe into the OCC, accusing the Trump administration of illegally granting “national trust” bank charters
Senator Elizabeth Warren is challenging the Trump administration and “big tech” once again, this time accusing crypto companies like Stripe and Coinbase of bypassing the requirements needed to offer banking services. Senator Warren is investigating the nine trust charters that have been approved for crypto companies since December 2025. She wrote a letter demanding records of communication between the Trump family and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), which is responsible for those approvals. Is the Trump administration letting crypto companies bypass rules? Senator Elizabeth Warren, the ranking member of the Senate Banking Committee, sent a formal letter to Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan Gould, accusing his agency of breaking the law to favor the crypto industry. Since December 2025, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has approved at least nine “national trust charters” for crypto companies. Traditional trust charters are typically for limited activities like asset custody, but Senator Warren argues that these new entities look and act like full-scale banks without the necessary safety rails. She wrote that specifically, Coinbase (NASDAQ: COIN), Ripple, Circle (NYSE: CRCL), Crypto.com, Paxos, BitGo, Stripe, and Fidelity Digital Assets are exploiting their position to “evade the fundamental safeguards and obligations that come with being a bank.” The OCC, now led by Trump appointee Jonathan Gould, is pushing to integrate digital assets into the financial system. Earlier this year, in February, the OCC finalized a rule allowing trust banks to engage in activities traditionally reserved for fully regulated banks, such as trading and lending. Senator Warren claims this is “regulatory arbitrage” that allows these firms to avoid necessities like capital requirements, FDIC oversight, and the Bank Holding Company Act. The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) also called the approval of the Coinbase charter a “grave mistake.” What does the Trump family have to do with this? Senator Warren’s letter specifically requests all the records of talks between the OCC and the White House, President Trump, or his family members regarding these charter approvals. In January, World Liberty Financial, the Trump family’s crypto venture, filed an application for a national trust bank charter. President Trump holds a stake in the company, and so ethics experts argue that the administration is in a controversial position to approve a charter that directly benefits the President. Warren has previously called for the OCC to delay consideration of the Trump family application. Now, she is demanding the full applications for all nine approved companies, as well as legal justifications for the approvals, by June 1, 2026. Warren recently grilled Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent over claims that grocery prices are falling, citing federal data showing that inflation jumped 0.7% in April, the highest monthly grocery inflation jump in four years. Warren began investigating in January, when her office reported American families paid $2,120 more in 2025 due to Trump-era inflation. She has since sent letters to Amazon, coffee companies, and the White House on cost increases caused by tariffs. Additionally, she condemned the Trump administration for extending sanctions relief for Russian oil, accusing the White House of gifting money to Putin to fund the war in Ukraine. “Let’s be clear,” Warren said in a related statement regarding the administration’s financial moves, “this is corruption on steroids.” Today’s letter is the latest of more than a dozen probes that Warren has launched, targeting POTUS, his family, cabinet and appointees since President Trump returned to office. The smartest crypto minds already read our newsletter. Want in? Join them .
19 May 2026, 20:26
Americans Arrested in Japan for Entering Punch the Monkey’s Zoo Home to Promote Meme Coin
Viral Japanese macaque monkey Punch received unwelcome visitors this week, as trespassers attempted to promote a Solana meme coin.
19 May 2026, 20:20
Crypto Pundit Drops Explosive New Evidence Behind Jaw-Dropping $300 XRP Prediction
Market expert has outlined a roadmap explaining how XRP could eventually surge toward the ambitious $300 mark if the CLARITY Act accelerates real-world adoption.
19 May 2026, 20:11
Bitcoin Slips Below $77K as ETF Exodus Tops $1B, Miners Lock $90B AI Deals
Bitcoin News Bitcoin miners have emerged as decisive suppliers in the global race to scale artificial intelligence infrastructure, with research analysts at Bernstein highlighting the industry's co...
19 May 2026, 20:09
Ripple climbs to 16th on CNBC 2026 disruptor list
🚀 Ripple ranked 16th on CNBC’s 2026 Disruptor 50, signaling its heightened global impact. Ripple’s growth extends beyond crypto, shaping cross-border finance infrastructure. 🧩 Critical data: $2.4 trillion total listed company value shows infrastructure is leading innovation in $XRP’s world. Continue Reading: Ripple climbs to 16th on CNBC 2026 disruptor list The post Ripple climbs to 16th on CNBC 2026 disruptor list appeared first on COINTURK NEWS .
19 May 2026, 20:02
Researcher Says XRP Price Does Not Need Clarity Act to Rise. Here’s why
XRP holds a stronger regulatory position than most digital assets. The SEC concluded its case against Ripple in 2025, and both the SEC and CFTC officially classified XRP as a commodity in March 2026. That is a meaningful legal foundation, but SMQKE (@SMQKEDQG), a popular crypto researcher, argues it is not the full picture. SMQKE’s recent post addresses a myth circulating in crypto communities: that tokens like XRP do not need the CLARITY Act to appreciate. He explained that the regulatory clarity XRP has received so far is real, but it stops short of what professional institutions require to deploy the token at scale. Another myth that needs to be debunked: Tokens like XRP do not need the Clarity Act to appreciate in value. The facts: XRP received clarity on its non-security status as a result of the now-concluded SEC case. This clarity was reinforced by the SEC and CFTC, which officially… https://t.co/wvlysuPe1s pic.twitter.com/RbQgO0N7Sj — SMQKE (@SMQKEDQG) May 18, 2026 Existing Clarity Is Not Enough for Institutions XRP’s commodity classification resolves the question of what XRP is. It does not tell institutions exactly how to use it. That distinction matters enormously at the institutional level. Professional institutions operate under strict federal regulations. Compliance teams, legal departments, and risk officers require explicit federal guidance before deploying any asset in standard business operations. XRP’s current status reaffirms the ruling that it is not a security . The CLARITY Act would advance and establish rules governing how utility tokens like XRP function within normal business practices. SMQKE states this is “precisely why institutions have not yet scaled XRP usage to high levels.” Scaled institutional usage drives token demand. This demand drives market value. Momentum Is Building On May 14, 2026, the Senate Banking Committee approved the Clarity Act in a 15-9 vote . The bill still needs to clear the full Senate, be reconciled with the House-passed version, and reach President Trump’s desk. Progress is real, but the work is not finished. Each step toward a federal framework brings institutional adoption closer, and this progress is exciting for XRP holders. What the Clarity Act Would Do The data already reflects the cost of regulatory uncertainty. SMQKE’s document revealed that 88% of centralized exchange volume currently runs on non-U.S. platforms. Only 19% of crypto developers are U.S.-based, a 51% drop over the last decade. We are on X, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) June 15, 2025 The CLARITY Act targets this directly. It aims to bring digital asset activity onshore, subject it to U.S. regulatory standards, and position the U.S. as a leader in technology, finance, and innovation. For XRP specifically, institutional activity at scale could send it to new heights. The Takeaway for XRP XRP’s legal status is settled. The CLARITY Act is about what comes next. Institutions need a federal framework to integrate utility tokens into business operations with confidence. That framework is what the CLARITY Act provides . Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are advised to conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on X , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Researcher Says XRP Price Does Not Need Clarity Act to Rise. Here’s why appeared first on Times Tabloid .
