Rob Blackwell

Rob Blackwell, Chief Content Officer at Intrafy and former American Banker editor, shares insights on the turbulent world of banking regulation. He discusses the potential weakening of the CFPB amidst political pressures and the importance of regulatory oversight for fintech partnerships. The conversation highlights the FDIC's push for tailored supervision without sacrificing scrutiny, and the OCC's new leadership fostering cooperation. Blackwell underscores the crucial role of community banks in local economies and the challenges posed by evolving regulations.

Rob Blackwell, Chief Content Officer at IntraFi and host of the Banking With Interest podcast, delves into the chaotic world of bank regulation and stablecoins. He discusses Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant's bold moves that could alter the regulatory landscape. The conversation turns to stablecoins, exploring how political tensions are impacting bipartisan progress and the risks of major companies like Amazon entering banking. Lastly, they tackle the future of open banking and the potential rollback of critical regulations, wrapping up with a fun debate that touches on both policy and pop culture.