WASHINGTON — The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency on Monday named Bryan Hubbard as the new deputy comptroller for public affairs.
Hubbard, currently the director for public affairs, will succeed Robert M. Garsson, who will retire May 31.
"Bryan has played a leadership role in OCC Public Affairs for some time and brings a wealth of experience, a broad skill set, and seasoned judgment to his new position," Comptroller of the Currency Thomas J. Curry said in a news release.
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WASHINGTON -- The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has opened registration for a June forum on supporting responsible innovation in the banking industry.
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Fed up with the hassles of applying for a multitude of state licenses and relying on bank partners, fintech firms are increasingly interested in applying for a national bank charter and federal regulators are considering ways to accommodate them.
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A white paper released Thursday said the agency might issue new guidance on fintech product development, third-party risk management and new products targeting the underbanked; streamline its licensing procedures; and appoint experts on "responsible innovation." It is still deciding whether to open an office dedicated to monitoring the fintech sector.
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In his new role, Hubbard will be responsible for the agency's graphic design work, writer-editor groups and Freedom of Information Act compliance, in addition to his current functions, which include press relations and internal communications.
