Alternative Data and Its Impact on Modern Investing
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Alternative Data and Its Impact on Modern Investing

Today, we journey into the fast-evolving world of prediction markets, KPI trading, and the new frontiers of retail finance. Joining us is Candace, alongside our guest from Benzinga, a fintech innovator working to democratize financial data once reserved for Wall Street elites.

We delve into how platforms like Benzinga are leveling the playing field, making actionable market information accessible for everyone—from individual retail investors to advanced quant traders. Get ready as we unpack the rise of alternative data, the intersection of finance and AI, and whether prediction markets are the next big tool in forecasting—or just another signal to question in an increasingly complex landscape. Strap in for insights on regulation, market dynamics, and the sometimes wild personalities driving innovation in finance today!

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00:00 Starting Benzinga to democratize info

03:22 Building financial data services

08:10 Growth through niche news coverage

12:57 Hedging with company performance

15:00 Early quant experiences at Merrill Lynch

20:07 Explaining Polymarket betting mechanics

23:34 Discussing market prediction tools

26:39 CFTC regulations on trading limits

28:04 Discussing crowdsourcing and wisdom

34:14 Exploring unique data sources

35:35 Discussing the vinyl resurgence

41:40 Finding an edge in investing

43:42 Wondering about the future of betting

47:42 Brokerage purchase options explained

50:20 Building ideas with AI tools

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