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Summary
The GENIUS Act stipulates that from January 18, 2027, only qualified issuers can issue payment stablecoins, but as of September 2026, regulators have not yet issued final implementing rules. The OCC is expected to release final rules in November, the Federal Reserve has not proposed rules for state…
Key points
- Stablecoin issuers and related businesses need to understand the tight timeline and regulatory uncertainty of the GENIUS Act to plan compliance paths.
- The aggressive implementation timeline, coupled with undefined rules, will impact compliance costs and the competitive landscape in the US stablecoin market.
- Issuers and payment service providers must prepare early in the absence of final rules to avoid hefty penalties and market restrictions.
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