2026-01-08 03:21:12

WLFI'S MOVE: BREAKING THE CRYPTO PLAYBOOK

World Liberty Financial is doing something most crypto projects won't touch—pursuing a U.S. national banking license. This isn't just another headline. It's a fundamental shift in how the industry operates.

For years, crypto has worked around the traditional financial system. Now, WLFI is pushing for direct access to it. The message is clear: rather than avoid the core banking infrastructure, why not compete within it?

This represents a structural move, not a tactical one. It signals that the next phase of crypto adoption might require sitting at the same table as traditional finance—with legitimate credentials and regulatory backing. Whether the establishment welcomes this remains to be seen, but the strategy itself challenges the usual crypto resistance to institutional frameworks.

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rugpull_ptsd

· 01-11 03:05

This guy really dares to do it, directly going for a bank license... But on the other hand, can this thing pass the review?

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ImaginaryWhale

· 01-10 07:33

Really? WLFI dares to take this route? Entering traditional finance, politely it's breaking the mold; harshly, it's surrendering. But on the other hand, if they really get the license, this might truly rewrite the rules. Bank license? This feels even harder than going public. Wait, are they really going to play with those Wall Street folks? This is interesting. It's quite ironic; once they opposed the system, now they are about to integrate into it.

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AllInAlice

· 01-10 02:37

Wow, WLFI is really going big, directly challenging traditional finance. I have to say, this move is somewhat impressive, definitely more straightforward than hiding from regulators every day. Getting a banking license would be outrageous... but on the other hand, whether this works out or not is still uncertain. Would the bank folks be willing to let crypto in? I really doubt it.

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UncleWhale

· 01-09 08:54

Wow, WLFI really dares to play, using a banking license... Traditional finance must be freaking out.

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GateUser-e87b21ee

· 01-08 03:51

To be honest, if this move can really be played successfully, it would indeed be revolutionary. However, passing the regulatory hurdle is the real win.

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ApeShotFirst

· 01-08 03:50

No way, is WLFI planning to get a banking license? Are they aiming to directly overthrow traditional finance?

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BlockchainNewbie

· 01-08 03:50

Hmm... Regarding the bank license, I'm curious to see how far WLFI can go. It sounds good, but can it pass regulatory scrutiny? This move is indeed a bit different, but ultimately it depends on policy approval. Directly entering the traditional financial system? Bold, but the risks are also high. Lying together with traditional finance? I'm a bit worried this is a suicidal combo. The logic sounds good, but I'm just afraid of getting harvested.

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LiquidatedNotStirred

· 01-08 03:33

Bank license? This guy really wants to go from player to house, quite bold... --- Wait, are we really about to make friends with the Federal Reserve? That's a bit outrageous. --- Regulatory compliance is inevitable sooner or later, just didn't expect it so soon... --- I just want to see how traditional finance responds; this is getting interesting. --- People who break the rules of the game ultimately have to follow the rules, irony. --- No hype, no blackening; this is indeed a big move, either success or fail. --- So, in the end, it's still about being tamed by the system? --- Having a bank license or not, how much does the trading experience differ... I just want to know how the fees are calculated. --- Is this surrender or evolution? I don't quite understand this move.

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JustAnotherWallet

· 01-08 03:32

Really? Can they directly get a banking license? Is this guy serious about playing for real? --- Wait, will traditional finance really let crypto in? I have my doubts. --- Getting a license... sounds easy to say but hard to do. Should we take a gamble? --- Walking the compliance path, this time it might really be different. --- Honestly, it still comes down to making peace with the system. The old approach of avoiding it is outdated. --- If this really works out, a bunch of projects will follow suit. --- Going through a shell company or truly integrating—let's see what happens next. --- Feels like playing poker with authority... the risk is a bit high.

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