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Wise shares sink after US rejects bank charter application
Wise's plan to secure a US national trust bank charter hit a roadblock after regulators rejected its application over anti-money laundering and compliance concerns, sending the fintech's shares down more than 10%. The decision highlights that even well-established fintechs face heightened regulatory scrutiny as they pursue banking licenses, though Wise says it has strengthened its compliance program and intends to reapply while positioning its infrastructure for future stablecoin-powered payments.
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