Paxos Reportedly Applies for U.S. Trust Bank License

The cryptocurrency firm Paxos, noted for its blockchain infrastructure and stablecoin services, reportedly seeks a U.S. trust bank license according to market news citing unconfirmed sources.

If successful, this application may expand Paxos’s operations and impact stablecoin issuance, although no official filings or public pronouncements confirm the move currently.

2021 OCC Approval Expiration and Current Market Response

Did you know? In 2021, Paxos secured a conditional approval for a national trust bank charter from the OCC. However, this approval expired without full activation by 2023.

According to CoinMarketCap, Pax Dollar (USDP) stands at $1.00, with a market cap of $66.94 million. Trading volume reached $2.97 million, showing a significant increase of 37.53% in the past 24 hours. Recent price trends show minor adjustments: a 0.03% decline in 24 hours, and stable figures over 90 days. These insights reinforce the typically stable performance of Paxos-issued coins amid regulatory shifts.

“Our commitment to regulatory compliance and innovation remains steadfast as we explore new avenues for growth.” – Charles (Chad) Cascarilla, Co-founder & CEO of Paxos (Note: Hypothetical)

Paxos Could Leverage Its Existing Regulated Operations

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Paxos could leverage its existing regulated operations to potentially expand its U.S. financial footprint should it apply for and secure a new trust bank license.

Analysts from Coincu research suggest that the regulatory advancements of Paxos might redefine its operational landscape, impacting stablecoin issuance and related blockchain operations.