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OpenReserve raises $25M seed round led by a16z crypto to build blockchain-native national bank

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Revolut and OpenReserve receive preliminary US banking approvals

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency granted preliminary conditional approval to both Revolut and a16z-backed OpenReserve to establish national banks in the US. Both companies plan to offer cryptocurrency services, though additional approvals from FDIC and Federal Reserve are still required.

Sep 3, 2026·5 sourcesCrypto regulationFederal ReserveInstitutional crypto adoptionCrypto & banking regulation
Revolut and OpenReserve receive preliminary US banking approvals
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