The Osservatorio Moneytor, a project by Italian universities and NGOs, was launched to monitor and report on political funding in Italy, aiming for greater transparency and academic debate.
Some Australian "teal" independent MPs are discussing forming a new centrist political party to counter major parties and fill a perceived political vacuum. While some, like Zali Steggall, see benefits in structure and funding, others, including Kate Chaney and Monique Ryan, are hesitant to abandon their independent brand.
Some Australian 'teal' independent MPs are considering forming a centrist party alliance, driven by new electoral laws and a desire for greater influence. While some, like Zali Steggall, see merit in the discussions, others, including Kate Chaney and Monique Ryan, prefer to maintain their independence.
Some Australian "teal" independent MPs are considering forming a centrist party alliance to counter major parties and fill a political vacuum. While some, like Zali Steggall, see benefits in structure and influence, others, including Kate Chaney and Monique Ryan, prioritize their independence.
Victoria faces a political funding crisis six months before the state election, as the High Court struck down its donations laws. With no limits or disclosure requirements, integrity experts warn of unchecked influence. The government is racing to enact new, constitutionally sound laws.
Christopher Harborne, a billionaire with 12% stake in Tether, gave Nigel Farage a previously undisclosed £5 million ($6.7 million) personal gift in 2024 to cover security costs. The payment was never officially disclosed under UK campaign finance laws. Farage had not announced plans to run for Parliament when he received the gift, though he later won the Clacton seat. This is separate from Harborne's £12 million in donations to Reform UK party itself, including a £9 million donation last year—the UK's biggest-ever political donation at the time.
