On December 9th, 2025, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (“OCC”) issued Interpretive Letter #1188 (the “Interpretive Letter”) which confirms that national banks may engage in riskless principal crypto-asset transactions with and on behalf of their customers. The
Fintechnically Speaking
Fintechnically Speaking is a blog published by Duane Morris LLP that focuses on legal developments in the financial technology sector, particularly digital assets, blockchain, and cryptocurrency regulation. The blog covers regulatory updates from agencies such as the SEC and OCC, legal implications of emerging technologies in finance, and insights into compliance and transactional issues related to digital currencies and blockchain applications. It also discusses the intersection of artificial intelligence with financial regulation and provides commentary on significant speeches and policy initiatives affecting fintech and digital asset markets.
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Polsinelli Crypto Co-Leader Joins Duane Morris in Miami
Stephen Rutenberg, the former co-leader of Polsenelli’s Crypto Currency and Blockchain Group, has joined Duane Morris as a partner in the Corporate Practice Group and as a member of the firm’s Digital Assets and Blockchain Group. Mr. Rutenberg works from…
Replay: Navigating the Future of Finance & AI Regulation: A Webinar on Emerging Legal Frameworks for AI and Digital Assets Reform
A replay of the “Navigating the Future of Finance & AI Regulation: A Webinar on Emerging Legal Frameworks for AI and Digital Assets Reform” webinar is now available for viewing.
Mauro Wolfe: Key Highlights from Project Crypto
The SEC Chairman gave a must-read speech on November 12, 2025, on the direction that the SEC will likely make in regards to digital assets. Below are the key takeaways from the speech on the SEC’s approach to digital assets,…
Atkins’ ‘Token Taxonomy’ Turns SEC into a Crypto Tailwind
Mauro Wolfe, Lead Partner for Duane Morris’ Digital Assets and Blockchain Group, was quoted in the Bloomberg Law article “Atkins’ ‘Token Taxonomy’ Turns SEC Into a Crypto Tailwind.” Read the full text of the article on the Bloomberg Law website.
Top Tips on Crypto Regulation and Compliance from the Professionals
Duane Morris Partner Joseph Silvia was quoted in the Grip article “Top Tips on Crypto Regulation and Compliance from the Professionals” on the changing crypto landscape and how to handle new challenges presented by financial digital innovation. Read the full article…
Bridging Traditional Banking and Digital Assets: Federal Reserve Insights on Crypto Integration
Duane Morris Partner Joseph Silvia discusses how banks can integrate cryptocurrency services while maintaining regulatory compliance, what supervisory concerns institutions should anticipate, and how to structure partnerships with crypto companies and fintech firms. Read the full article in the Databird…
Vietnam Introduces Pilot Program for Virtual Asset Market: What You Must Know
By Dr. Oliver Massmann On September 9, 2025, the Vietnamese Government issued Resolution No. 05/2025/NQ-CP to implement a five-year pilot program for the virtual assets market. This is a significant development for Vietnam, marking the first time a formal legal…