Coinbase filed a request from the American Currency Controller (OCS) for a National Trust Company charter, marking another decision by a large crypto company seeking to operate in a more structured regulatory framework.
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Coinbase asked for a national trust charter to extend financial services under clearer regulations.
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This decision would reduce dependence on third -party banks for Fiat transactions while avoiding traditional banking status.
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Circle and Ripple have filed similar applications.
The deposit positions Coinbase from a growing list of digital asset companies pursuing the same license, including Circle and Ripple.
Coinbase said Friday that the Charter would support its long -term objective to align itself more closely with traditional finances while continuing to rely on its foundation of digital assets.
“We expand our commercial capacities and our regulatory surveillance beyond the existing framework, opening the way to innovation and the growth in the construction of a modern financial system powered by digital assets,” said the company.
Despite this decision, Coinbase was clear that he did not plan to become a traditional bank. “Coinbase does not intend to become a bank.
We firmly believe that the clear rules and the confidence of our regulators and our customers allow Coinbase to innovate with confidence while ensuring appropriate surveillance and security, “said the press release.
The license, if granted, would allow Coinbase to offer payments and other financial services without depending on third-party banks for ramps on and outdoor.
Luke Youngblood, a former Coinbase engineer behind the exchange of the exchange, explained on a recent podcast that a trust charter would give Coinbase the flexibility to manage the Fiat entries and outputs directly. “More to count on partner banks,” he said.
Youngblood also noted how the Coinbase’s retail platform has improved since its departure in 2022.
“When I worked there, the debit card did not work very well and the application was awkward. Now you can really say that they hired engineering talents.”
The deposit comes at a time when other major cryptography players are also looking for confidence licenses. Stablecoin from Circle submitted its request on July 1, followed closely by Ripple Labs.
The CEO of Ripple, Brad Garlinghouse, described the license as a “new reference (and unique!) For confidence in the Stablescoin market”.
As indicated, time has recognized Coinbase as one of the 100 most influential companies of 2025, labeling the Crypto Exchange as an “disruptor” for its important role in the development of American digital asset policies and markets.
