WASHINGTON—The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today announced virtual Office Hours with its Office of Financial Technology on May 6-8, 2025, to promote responsible innovation in the federal banking system.
Office Hours are an opportunity for banks and financial technology (fintech) companies to engage with OCC staff on matters related to bank-fintech partnerships, cryptocurrency activities, or other matters related to responsible innovation in the federal banking system.
“I strongly encourage banks to embrace 21st century technology to deepen their relationships with customers and meet today’s evolving financial needs,” said Acting Comptroller of the Currency Rodney E. Hood. “Ensuring regulators have a seat at the table while innovation is ongoing results in new products that have been tested, comply with regulations, are safe for consumers, and are ready to serve their intended purpose when launched.”
Interested parties may request a meeting with OCC staff who will provide feedback on topics discussed and respond to questions. The OCC will provide specific meeting times to selected participants following a review of all requests. Each meeting will be scheduled for 50 minutes.
Information on how to request a meeting is available on the Office Hours event page. To be considered, submit a request by March 31, 2025.
The OCC is planning additional Office Hours in 2025.
