Consumer Finance Monitor

Ballard Spahr LLP

CFPB

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Buy Now, Pay Later

Dodd-Frank Act

Consumer Financial Services

Cantero V. Bank Of America

Interest Rate Exportation

Digital Wallets

New York Statute On Escrow Accounts

National Banking Act

Office Of the Comptroller Of the Currency (OCC)

Mass Arbitration

Regulatory Compliance

Flagstar Bank

Operation Choke Point

Fair Credit Reporting Act

Medical Debt

Rewards Programs

Federal Reserve

Mortgage Escrow Accounts

The Consumer Financial Services industry is changing quickly. This weekly podcast from national law firm Ballard Spahr focuses on the consumer finance issues that matter most, from new product development and emerging technologies to regulatory compliance and enforcement and the ramifications of private litigation. Our legal team—recognized as one of the industry's finest— will help you make sense... more

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	101	Founded	7 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	GovernmentNewsBusiness News

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The Supreme Court’s Landmark Ruling on Universal Injunctions in the Birthright Citizenship Cases - Part 1

The podcast show we are releasing today is a repurposing of part 1 of a webinar we produced on August 13, 2025, which explored the U.S. Supreme Court’s pivotal 6-3 decision in Trump v. CASA, Inc., a ruling that significantly curtails the use of natio... more

Yesterday • 49 min

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Current State Statutes That Apply to AI in the Consumer Financial Services Industry

In this episode of the Consumer Finance Monitor podcast, host Alan Kaplinsky welcomes Pat Utz, CEO and co-founder of Abstract, a venture capital-backed AI company headquartered in New York. Pat brings extensive expertise on artificial intelligence. T... more

18 Sep 2025 • 47 min

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New Consumer Financial Services Fintech Business Opportunities Arising from Deregulation at the CFPB during Trump 2.0 – Part 2

Today’s podcast episode is a continuation of a previous repurposed webinar held on August 12th, focusing on emerging opportunities in the consumer financial services sector under the Trump administration. The session aims to provide insights into the... more

11 Sep 2025 • 45 min

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New Consumer Financial Services Fintech Business Opportunities Arising from Deregulation at the CFPB during Trump 2.0 – Part 1

In the latest episode of our podcast, we explore the significant shifts in the regulatory landscape under the second Trump administration and how these recent deregulatory actions have opened new pathways for banks and FinTech companies by reducing b... more

4 Sep 2025 • 39 min

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Recent Guests

Pat Utz

CEO and co-founder of Abstract, an AI-focused company

Abstract

Episode: Current State Statutes That Apply to AI in the Consumer Financial Services Industry

Lev Menand

Associate professor of law at Columbia Law School, expert on public economic law, and author

Columbia Law School

Episode: The Legality of Trump’s Terminations Without Cause of Members and Commissioners of Federal “Independent” Agencies

Cary Coglianese

Edward B. Shils Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania Law School, specializing in administrative law, regulatory processes, and environmental law and policy.

University of Pennsylvania Law School

Episode: Loper Bright Enterprises One Year Later: The Practical Impact on Business, Consumers and Federal Agencies

Charlotte Haendler

Assistant Professor of Finance at the Cox School of Business at Southern Methodist University, researcher on digital banking and consumer negotiation power

Southern Methodist University

Episode: The Hidden Costs of Financial Services: Consumer Complaints and Financial Restitution

Rawley Haimer

Professor at the WP Carey School of Business at Arizona State University, expert in financial markets and household finance

Arizona State University

Episode: The Hidden Costs of Financial Services: Consumer Complaints and Financial Restitution

Jonathan Gould

Class of 1965 Professor of Law at the University of California Berkeley, focusing on the relationship between politics and law.

University of California Berkeley

Episode: Legislating for the Future

Pat Sobkowski

Expert on the unitary executive theory; teaches constitutional law, courts and public policy, and American politics at Marquette University

Marquette University

Episode: Can the President Remove Governors of Federal Independent Agencies Without Cause?

Eric Halperin

Senior Fellow at the Consumer Federation of America and former Enforcement Director at the CFPB

Consumer Federation of America

Episode: The Impact of the Newly Established Priorities and Massive Proposed Reduction in Force (RIF) on CFPB Enforcement (Part 2)

Craig Cowie

Professor of Law at the Alexander Blewett III School of Law and inaugural Director of the Consumer Law and Protection Program

University of Montana

Episode: The Impact of the Newly Established Priorities and Massive Proposed Reduction in Force (RIF) on CFPB Enforcement (Part 2)

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Alan Kaplinsky

Host of the Consumer Finance Monitor, recognized as a leading voice in consumer financial services law and expert on regulatory compliance and enforcement.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings

Timely and helpful!
Appreciate these insights as we navigate the many changes happening on the daily.
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Bookmarm
United States6 months ago
Worth Your Time
Great info for those in the finance industry. Thanks
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United Statesa year ago
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Love the podcasts but don’t like the fact they are sped up. It’s harder to follow.
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Compliance Listener
United States2 years ago
Good podcast
Enjoyed the podcast on crypto. Let’s hear one on Mary Jane!
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United States2 years ago
Easy to Understand
Thanks for discussing legal issue in easily understood language!
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Current State Statutes That Apply to AI in the Consumer Financial Services Industry

Q: How can financial institutions prepare to defend their AI systems as state AI laws emerge?

By aligning stakeholders to label datasets properly and knowing where training data is sourced, while being proactive in monitoring bill changes and involving regulatory compliance functions.

Current State Statutes That Apply to AI in the Consumer Financial Services Industry

Q: What does the new federal white paper say about existing or future state AI statutes?

It frames the approach towards state AI statutes but emphasizes that states that do not align with the federal framework may risk losing funding.

Do Arbitrators Follow the Law? A New Study Provides Data, But the Debate Continues

Q: Where else might you look to study whether arbitrators follow the law?

David expresses the difficulty of finding other areas with comparable clear-cut contract interpretation issues outside clause construction.

Do Arbitrators Follow the Law? A New Study Provides Data, But the Debate Continues

Q: What does your article conclude about whether arbitrators follow the law?

David's article reveals that while many arbitrators do follow the law, a notable percentage did not adhere to it, indicating a potential inconsistency in arbitration rulings.

Everything You Should Know About the Stablecoin Bill

Q: So, all right, let's turn to the Genius act. Now, we'll take that deep dive. Can you give us just tell us what are the main features of that law?

The Genius Act aims to authorize the issuance of stablecoins by subsidiaries of federally insured depository institutions, non-bank chartered issuers by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and state-chartered stablecoin issuers, while addressing reserve requirements and operational regulations.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Consumer Finance Monitor

What is Consumer Finance Monitor about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Insightful discussions on trends and challenges in the evolving consumer financial services landscape are central to this series. Episodes feature expert commentary on regulatory changes, emerging technologies, and their ramifications on product development and compliance, making it a vital resource for professionals in the financial sector. The analytical approach, supported by knowledgeable guests from legal, academic, and industry backgrounds, offers a nuanced examination of significant issues including arbitration practices, student lending, and consumer protection policies.

Notably, the focus on legislative impacts and ongoing litigation ensures listeners are well-informed about not just current events, but also future directions in c... more

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