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What will sprout from OCC's fintech charter move?

Reaction begins to OCC’s fintech charter draft

Comments can be filed through April 14 on controversial move
Understanding the future of fintech in Washington hinges more than one might guess on innovation's past in Washington.

Innovation’s fate in D.C. tied to regulatory memories

Skeptical career regulators will drive much of the conversation, says former Treasury official
While much speculation about the future of innovation focuses on the Trump administration, a trio of experienced Capitol Hill hands told listeners at LendIt USA that Congress will inevitably weigh in.

How will innovation fare in D.C.?

Congressional attitudes as important as new administration’s, say experienced Hill aides
Debating pros and cons of fintech charters were, l. to r., consultant Jo Ann Barefoot; Matt Lambert of CSBS; Jeff Meiler of Marlette Funding; consultant David Cotney; and Zopa's Jaidev Janardana.

Is fintech charter courageous or outrageous?

Panel at LendIt USA debates OCC’s controversial move
The Comptroller's Office plans to go ahead with implementation of its fintech charter proposal, said national banking regulator Thomas Curry in a speech at the recent LendIt USA conference.

No “if” about fintech charter, says Curry

Drafting of licensing manual proceeds amid concerns
You can buy ten of these BerkShare notes, featuring Robyn Van En, a local ag movement pioneer, for $95—a built-in disount good at Berkshires-area sellers. This article originally appeared in "Idea Exchange" in Banking Exchange magazine. We'd like to hear about new ideas that your bank is trying. Email scocheo@sbpub.com.

Spare a “BerkShare”?

Western Mass local currency links banks to sustainable economy movement
Fed: Blockchain adoption hinges on four factors

Fed: Blockchain adoption hinges on four factors

Governor Powell summarizes key issues, and speaks to faster payments and government cybercurrency
With nearly 50 years as a banking lawyer, Bryan Cave’s Walt Moeling has seen it all. He often answers questions with a story, and his stories, rooted in experience, always have a point.

Veteran banking attorney examines future via past

Walt Moeling talks about regulation, the crisis, boards, CFPB, the new Administration, and … M&A
"Uberization" means much more when you've actually gone through the experience of using one.

The Uberization of … me

Have you ever, actually, taken an Uber? Now I have
Netflix, now a worldwide, public company devoted to entertainment, began with an envelope and a second-hand DVD. But things really engaged when Blockbuster laughed.

How Netflix nearly died … and came streaming back

Classic disruptor learned key lessons—and art of self-disruption—on way to mega success
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