Campaign Finance Fraud and Open Banking: A New Era of Financial Transparency

Explore the unfolding drama of Gabriel Whitley's guilty plea in a campaign finance fraud case, highlighting the need for transparency in political campaigns. Dive into the CFPB's recognition of the Financial Data Exchange as a standard-setting body, marking a pivotal shift towards open banking and consumer data rights. This episode offers a deep dive into the evolving landscape of financial integrity and consumer empowerment, crucial for anyone interested in the intersection of finance, politics, and regulation.

Sources:
https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2025/01/08/former-indiana-congressional-candidate-agrees-to-plead-guilty-in-campaign-finance-fraud-case/
https://www.pymnts.com/bank-regulation/2025/cfpb-permits-financial-data-exchange-to-set-open-banking-standards/
https://www.stocktitan.net/news/HRZN/horizon-technology-finance-provides-fourth-quarter-2024-portfolio-8n6x3aliuuc4.html
https://finance.yahoo.com/video/fed-favoring-slower-rate-cuts-205807039.html

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:46) Former Indiana congressional candidate agrees to plead guilty in campaign finance fraud case
(00:04:04) CFPB Permits Financial Data Exchange to Set Open Banking Standards
(00:07:45) Horizon Technology Finance Delivers Strong Q4, Originates $59.1M in New Venture Loans
(00:10:59) Fed favoring slower rate cuts, predicts inflation to run higher