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Bachatt is a financial services platform designed for self-employed individuals in India, who earn daily but face challenges managing their finances due to infrequent, large expenses and variable income. The company's software enables users to save daily, track their progress transparently, and securely store funds through UPI and banking institutions. By establishing financial discipline, Bachatt empowers users to access a range of financial products, such as loans, insurance, and high-yield savings, at more favorable terms.

Zolve is a neo-banking platform that provides consumer financial products, including deposit accounts, prepaid cards, money transfers, bill payments, and cross-border transactions, with tools for monitoring spending and budgeting. Launched in 2020 and based in Bangalore, India, the company aims to create a borderless financial world that offers equitable access to global financial products on a single platform, helping individuals save and invest toward financial freedom.

Noetica is an artificial intelligence-powered software platform that assists dealmakers in benchmarking corporate loan transactions.

Stori, established in 2017 and headquartered in Vienna, Virginia, is a technology-driven financial services provider. It specializes in using artificial intelligence to offer inclusive financial products, primarily digital credit cards, to underserved middle- and emerging middle-class customers. Stori's platform connects consumers with personal loan officers, assists in product selection based on financial situations, and guides users through the loan application process. Additionally, it aims to simplify and secure financial management by offering a unified mobile application for borrowing, saving, and investing.

Shivalik Small Finance Bank is a technology-driven retail bank focused on small and underserved segments, delivering digitally oriented, affordable products and a differentiated customer experience. It operates on a cloud-based architecture powered by Infosys Finacle Core Banking and Digital Banking Suite, enabling scalable online and mobile banking. The bank supports UPI, IMPS, NEFT/RTGS and is a direct member of the National Financial Switch. It serves a broad client base with over 4.5 lakh customers and 15,000 self-help groups, and operates through 31 branches and more than 250 banking agents across Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi and Uttarakhand. The bank distributes insurance products as a corporate agent and collaborates with technology and insurance providers including Infosys EdgeVerve, FIS, Ctrl-S.

Noetica is an artificial intelligence-powered software platform that assists dealmakers in benchmarking corporate loan transactions.

Deposits partners with brands, banks, and businesses to provide streamlined workplace experiences centered around money management and benefits.

Arrenda is a fintech startup that provides financial products in Latin America. Its flagship product is revenue based financing for the real estate sector; advancing up to 12 months of rent payments to landlords through its digital platform. Arrenda was founded in 2022 and is based in Mexico City.

Stori, established in 2017 and headquartered in Vienna, Virginia, is a technology-driven financial services provider. It specializes in using artificial intelligence to offer inclusive financial products, primarily digital credit cards, to underserved middle- and emerging middle-class customers. Stori's platform connects consumers with personal loan officers, assists in product selection based on financial situations, and guides users through the loan application process. Additionally, it aims to simplify and secure financial management by offering a unified mobile application for borrowing, saving, and investing.

Zolve is a neo-banking platform that provides consumer financial products, including deposit accounts, prepaid cards, money transfers, bill payments, and cross-border transactions, with tools for monitoring spending and budgeting. Launched in 2020 and based in Bangalore, India, the company aims to create a borderless financial world that offers equitable access to global financial products on a single platform, helping individuals save and invest toward financial freedom.

Menta is a plug-and-play solution for B2B companies that provides financial services. Its platform is open and collaborative, allowing businesses to integrate a wide range of solutions such as utility bill payments, credits, investments, crypto payments, and loyalty programs, among many others. They provide a SmartPOS (or smart point of sale) payment that allows the solution to be implemented. Menta, founded in 2021 by Alejandro Quirno Lavalle, Virginia Folgueiro, and Santiago Lorenzo, is based in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Bankuish is a technology platform founded in 2020, with headquarters in New York City and Mexico City, that enables gig workers and freelancers to utilize their work history data to establish creditworthiness. The platform provides users access to a marketplace of preapproved financial offers from national banks, alongside tools designed to enhance their credit scores. By employing AI-driven methods to generate alternative credit scores, Bankuish facilitates the provision of loans, insurance, and digital payment solutions. Additionally, the company aids banks in acquiring new customers, managing risk, and fostering improved relationships with clientele. The Bankuish Score has successfully been used to de-risk thousands of individuals while maintaining a default rate significantly below industry norms.

Kikoff is a personal finance platform that helps users build credit histories and improve credit scores. Through a web and mobile app, it provides tools to build credit, save, monitor credit scores and reports, and access funds by paying back monthly to establish a payment history. The platform emphasizes turning credit builders into reliable borrowers and offers AI-powered products to help users build credit, reduce debt, save on bills, and access money, enabling individuals to take control of their financial future. Kikoff was founded in 2019 and is based in San Francisco.

Greenwood is a fintech company offering a mobile banking platform designed for Black and Latinx individuals and business owners. It provides savings accounts, debit cards, peer-to-peer transfers, mobile deposits, community reinvestment initiatives, global ATM access, and early pay services.

Stori, established in 2017 and headquartered in Vienna, Virginia, is a technology-driven financial services provider. It specializes in using artificial intelligence to offer inclusive financial products, primarily digital credit cards, to underserved middle- and emerging middle-class customers. Stori's platform connects consumers with personal loan officers, assists in product selection based on financial situations, and guides users through the loan application process. Additionally, it aims to simplify and secure financial management by offering a unified mobile application for borrowing, saving, and investing.

Zolve is a neo-banking platform that provides consumer financial products, including deposit accounts, prepaid cards, money transfers, bill payments, and cross-border transactions, with tools for monitoring spending and budgeting. Launched in 2020 and based in Bangalore, India, the company aims to create a borderless financial world that offers equitable access to global financial products on a single platform, helping individuals save and invest toward financial freedom.

Affirm is a financial technology company that offers consumer installment loans at the point of sale through its Buy with Affirm platform. Shoppers can select Affirm at checkout and pay for purchases in fixed monthly installments with real-time decisioning and upfront, transparent terms, avoiding hidden fees. The company provides a digital and mobile‑first platform that includes a point‑of‑sale payment solution for merchants and a consumer app, and it partners with thousands of merchants across categories such as home, travel, electronics, apparel, and beauty. Revenue comes from merchant networks and related services, including virtual card networks, with the majority of business generated in the United States, and ongoing activity in Canada and other regions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to offer an accessible alternative to traditional credit that improves budgeting and financial clarity for consumers.

Kikoff is a personal finance platform that helps users build credit histories and improve credit scores. Through a web and mobile app, it provides tools to build credit, save, monitor credit scores and reports, and access funds by paying back monthly to establish a payment history. The platform emphasizes turning credit builders into reliable borrowers and offers AI-powered products to help users build credit, reduce debt, save on bills, and access money, enabling individuals to take control of their financial future. Kikoff was founded in 2019 and is based in San Francisco.

Bluevine is a financial technology company dedicated to improving the financial landscape for small business owners through tailored banking solutions. Established in 2013, Bluevine has rapidly expanded its customer base to over 400,000 across all 50 states and has facilitated more than $13 billion in financing. The company specializes in working capital management, offering products such as business lines of credit and invoice factoring. Through these services, Bluevine provides immediate access to capital, enabling businesses to manage payroll, purchase supplies, and invest in growth. With a strong commitment to innovation, security, and customer care, Bluevine aims to empower small businesses to focus on their core operations and future expansion.

Kikoff is a personal finance platform that helps users build credit histories and improve credit scores. Through a web and mobile app, it provides tools to build credit, save, monitor credit scores and reports, and access funds by paying back monthly to establish a payment history. The platform emphasizes turning credit builders into reliable borrowers and offers AI-powered products to help users build credit, reduce debt, save on bills, and access money, enabling individuals to take control of their financial future. Kikoff was founded in 2019 and is based in San Francisco.

Founded in 2012, Blend Labs designs and develops digital lending platforms that streamline mortgage, consumer loan, and deposit account applications. Serving over 300 financial institutions, including Wells Fargo and U.S. Bank, the company processes billions in loans daily, helping millions of consumers access credit.

Brigit develops a financial platform offering tools for cash advances, credit building, and financial management. Its tools help individuals track bills and budgets, understand spending habits, and access credit with lower interest costs.

Affirm is a financial technology company that offers consumer installment loans at the point of sale through its Buy with Affirm platform. Shoppers can select Affirm at checkout and pay for purchases in fixed monthly installments with real-time decisioning and upfront, transparent terms, avoiding hidden fees. The company provides a digital and mobile‑first platform that includes a point‑of‑sale payment solution for merchants and a consumer app, and it partners with thousands of merchants across categories such as home, travel, electronics, apparel, and beauty. Revenue comes from merchant networks and related services, including virtual card networks, with the majority of business generated in the United States, and ongoing activity in Canada and other regions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to offer an accessible alternative to traditional credit that improves budgeting and financial clarity for consumers.

RedCarpet lends to customers in India to finance their online purchases - ecommerce, travel, etc. RedCarpetUp lends to customers in India that banks cannot see. In India, credit and finance companies are able to service less than 10% of the customer base because there is no data, no widespread credit bureaus to profile and score customers. RedCarpet has access to much more data, including data on your mobile phone. They use this data to service customers who never had any access to credit before. Today their customer segment is young, future-prime students in colleges who use RedCarpetUp to find credit to fund online purchases - ecommerce, travel, etc. Tomorrow they hope to unlock credit to all of India.

Grab Financial Group provides financial services across payments, rewards, lending, and insurance. A seamless point-of-sale (POS) system for merchants and a trusted mobile wallet of choice in Southeast Asia for payments such as in-store purchases, Grab transactions, and fund transfers.

Bluevine is a financial technology company dedicated to improving the financial landscape for small business owners through tailored banking solutions. Established in 2013, Bluevine has rapidly expanded its customer base to over 400,000 across all 50 states and has facilitated more than $13 billion in financing. The company specializes in working capital management, offering products such as business lines of credit and invoice factoring. Through these services, Bluevine provides immediate access to capital, enabling businesses to manage payroll, purchase supplies, and invest in growth. With a strong commitment to innovation, security, and customer care, Bluevine aims to empower small businesses to focus on their core operations and future expansion.

Affirm is a financial technology company that offers consumer installment loans at the point of sale through its Buy with Affirm platform. Shoppers can select Affirm at checkout and pay for purchases in fixed monthly installments with real-time decisioning and upfront, transparent terms, avoiding hidden fees. The company provides a digital and mobile‑first platform that includes a point‑of‑sale payment solution for merchants and a consumer app, and it partners with thousands of merchants across categories such as home, travel, electronics, apparel, and beauty. Revenue comes from merchant networks and related services, including virtual card networks, with the majority of business generated in the United States, and ongoing activity in Canada and other regions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to offer an accessible alternative to traditional credit that improves budgeting and financial clarity for consumers.

Founded in 2012, Blend Labs designs and develops digital lending platforms that streamline mortgage, consumer loan, and deposit account applications. Serving over 300 financial institutions, including Wells Fargo and U.S. Bank, the company processes billions in loans daily, helping millions of consumers access credit.

RedCarpet lends to customers in India to finance their online purchases - ecommerce, travel, etc. RedCarpetUp lends to customers in India that banks cannot see. In India, credit and finance companies are able to service less than 10% of the customer base because there is no data, no widespread credit bureaus to profile and score customers. RedCarpet has access to much more data, including data on your mobile phone. They use this data to service customers who never had any access to credit before. Today their customer segment is young, future-prime students in colleges who use RedCarpetUp to find credit to fund online purchases - ecommerce, travel, etc. Tomorrow they hope to unlock credit to all of India.

Bluevine is a financial technology company dedicated to improving the financial landscape for small business owners through tailored banking solutions. Established in 2013, Bluevine has rapidly expanded its customer base to over 400,000 across all 50 states and has facilitated more than $13 billion in financing. The company specializes in working capital management, offering products such as business lines of credit and invoice factoring. Through these services, Bluevine provides immediate access to capital, enabling businesses to manage payroll, purchase supplies, and invest in growth. With a strong commitment to innovation, security, and customer care, Bluevine aims to empower small businesses to focus on their core operations and future expansion.

Affirm is a financial technology company that offers consumer installment loans at the point of sale through its Buy with Affirm platform. Shoppers can select Affirm at checkout and pay for purchases in fixed monthly installments with real-time decisioning and upfront, transparent terms, avoiding hidden fees. The company provides a digital and mobile‑first platform that includes a point‑of‑sale payment solution for merchants and a consumer app, and it partners with thousands of merchants across categories such as home, travel, electronics, apparel, and beauty. Revenue comes from merchant networks and related services, including virtual card networks, with the majority of business generated in the United States, and ongoing activity in Canada and other regions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to offer an accessible alternative to traditional credit that improves budgeting and financial clarity for consumers.

Bluevine is a financial technology company dedicated to improving the financial landscape for small business owners through tailored banking solutions. Established in 2013, Bluevine has rapidly expanded its customer base to over 400,000 across all 50 states and has facilitated more than $13 billion in financing. The company specializes in working capital management, offering products such as business lines of credit and invoice factoring. Through these services, Bluevine provides immediate access to capital, enabling businesses to manage payroll, purchase supplies, and invest in growth. With a strong commitment to innovation, security, and customer care, Bluevine aims to empower small businesses to focus on their core operations and future expansion.

Founded in 2012, Blend Labs designs and develops digital lending platforms that streamline mortgage, consumer loan, and deposit account applications. Serving over 300 financial institutions, including Wells Fargo and U.S. Bank, the company processes billions in loans daily, helping millions of consumers access credit.

Founded in 2012, Blend Labs designs and develops digital lending platforms that streamline mortgage, consumer loan, and deposit account applications. Serving over 300 financial institutions, including Wells Fargo and U.S. Bank, the company processes billions in loans daily, helping millions of consumers access credit.

Affirm is a financial technology company that offers consumer installment loans at the point of sale through its Buy with Affirm platform. Shoppers can select Affirm at checkout and pay for purchases in fixed monthly installments with real-time decisioning and upfront, transparent terms, avoiding hidden fees. The company provides a digital and mobile‑first platform that includes a point‑of‑sale payment solution for merchants and a consumer app, and it partners with thousands of merchants across categories such as home, travel, electronics, apparel, and beauty. Revenue comes from merchant networks and related services, including virtual card networks, with the majority of business generated in the United States, and ongoing activity in Canada and other regions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to offer an accessible alternative to traditional credit that improves budgeting and financial clarity for consumers.

FinVolution Group, formerly PPDai, operates an online platform that facilitates peer‑to‑peer small unsecured loans in China. The company emphasizes a secure, high‑performance network built on innovative technology and ethical principles. It standardizes personal debit and credit behaviors, aiming to deliver benefits to both lenders and borrowers. Founded in August 2007 by individuals from prominent firms, FinVolution Group has positioned itself as a key player in China’s fintech lending ecosystem.

Bluevine is a financial technology company dedicated to improving the financial landscape for small business owners through tailored banking solutions. Established in 2013, Bluevine has rapidly expanded its customer base to over 400,000 across all 50 states and has facilitated more than $13 billion in financing. The company specializes in working capital management, offering products such as business lines of credit and invoice factoring. Through these services, Bluevine provides immediate access to capital, enabling businesses to manage payroll, purchase supplies, and invest in growth. With a strong commitment to innovation, security, and customer care, Bluevine aims to empower small businesses to focus on their core operations and future expansion.

Rong360 is a Chinese company specializing in customized financing and loan services. It provides a platform for users to search and compare various loan products offered by banks and lending agencies. By facilitating direct contact between users and bank personnel, Rong360 creates a comprehensive marketplace for financing solutions. The platform also offers personalized search results, enabling users to find credit cards, loan applications, and wealth management products tailored to their financial needs and credit profiles. Additionally, Rong360 delivers data risk management solutions that assist financial service providers in areas such as application approval and fraud detection, enhancing the overall efficiency of the lending process.

Affirm is a financial technology company that offers consumer installment loans at the point of sale through its Buy with Affirm platform. Shoppers can select Affirm at checkout and pay for purchases in fixed monthly installments with real-time decisioning and upfront, transparent terms, avoiding hidden fees. The company provides a digital and mobile‑first platform that includes a point‑of‑sale payment solution for merchants and a consumer app, and it partners with thousands of merchants across categories such as home, travel, electronics, apparel, and beauty. Revenue comes from merchant networks and related services, including virtual card networks, with the majority of business generated in the United States, and ongoing activity in Canada and other regions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to offer an accessible alternative to traditional credit that improves budgeting and financial clarity for consumers.

Bluevine is a financial technology company dedicated to improving the financial landscape for small business owners through tailored banking solutions. Established in 2013, Bluevine has rapidly expanded its customer base to over 400,000 across all 50 states and has facilitated more than $13 billion in financing. The company specializes in working capital management, offering products such as business lines of credit and invoice factoring. Through these services, Bluevine provides immediate access to capital, enabling businesses to manage payroll, purchase supplies, and invest in growth. With a strong commitment to innovation, security, and customer care, Bluevine aims to empower small businesses to focus on their core operations and future expansion.

FinVolution Group, formerly PPDai, operates an online platform that facilitates peer‑to‑peer small unsecured loans in China. The company emphasizes a secure, high‑performance network built on innovative technology and ethical principles. It standardizes personal debit and credit behaviors, aiming to deliver benefits to both lenders and borrowers. Founded in August 2007 by individuals from prominent firms, FinVolution Group has positioned itself as a key player in China’s fintech lending ecosystem.

Founded in 2012, Blend Labs designs and develops digital lending platforms that streamline mortgage, consumer loan, and deposit account applications. Serving over 300 financial institutions, including Wells Fargo and U.S. Bank, the company processes billions in loans daily, helping millions of consumers access credit.

Zest AI, Inc. is a technology company based in Burbank, California, that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions for credit underwriting. Founded in 2009 and formerly known as ZestFinance, the company has developed a platform that utilizes advanced machine learning techniques to enhance credit decision-making processes. Zest AI's Model Management System allows lenders to analyze extensive credit data, increasing approval rates while mitigating the risks associated with credit decisions. The platform also emphasizes transparency and compliance, enabling lenders to understand and explain their data modeling results effectively. Through its innovative technology, Zest AI aims to make credit more accessible and fair, helping lenders improve their decision-making and ultimately provide better loan options to a wider array of consumers. The company has a strategic partnership with Microsoft, which supports its mission to expand the availability of credit.

Rong360 is a Chinese company specializing in customized financing and loan services. It provides a platform for users to search and compare various loan products offered by banks and lending agencies. By facilitating direct contact between users and bank personnel, Rong360 creates a comprehensive marketplace for financing solutions. The platform also offers personalized search results, enabling users to find credit cards, loan applications, and wealth management products tailored to their financial needs and credit profiles. Additionally, Rong360 delivers data risk management solutions that assist financial service providers in areas such as application approval and fraud detection, enhancing the overall efficiency of the lending process.

Zest AI, Inc. is a technology company based in Burbank, California, that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions for credit underwriting. Founded in 2009 and formerly known as ZestFinance, the company has developed a platform that utilizes advanced machine learning techniques to enhance credit decision-making processes. Zest AI's Model Management System allows lenders to analyze extensive credit data, increasing approval rates while mitigating the risks associated with credit decisions. The platform also emphasizes transparency and compliance, enabling lenders to understand and explain their data modeling results effectively. Through its innovative technology, Zest AI aims to make credit more accessible and fair, helping lenders improve their decision-making and ultimately provide better loan options to a wider array of consumers. The company has a strategic partnership with Microsoft, which supports its mission to expand the availability of credit.

Rong360 is a Chinese company specializing in customized financing and loan services. It provides a platform for users to search and compare various loan products offered by banks and lending agencies. By facilitating direct contact between users and bank personnel, Rong360 creates a comprehensive marketplace for financing solutions. The platform also offers personalized search results, enabling users to find credit cards, loan applications, and wealth management products tailored to their financial needs and credit profiles. Additionally, Rong360 delivers data risk management solutions that assist financial service providers in areas such as application approval and fraud detection, enhancing the overall efficiency of the lending process.

Zest AI, Inc. is a technology company based in Burbank, California, that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions for credit underwriting. Founded in 2009 and formerly known as ZestFinance, the company has developed a platform that utilizes advanced machine learning techniques to enhance credit decision-making processes. Zest AI's Model Management System allows lenders to analyze extensive credit data, increasing approval rates while mitigating the risks associated with credit decisions. The platform also emphasizes transparency and compliance, enabling lenders to understand and explain their data modeling results effectively. Through its innovative technology, Zest AI aims to make credit more accessible and fair, helping lenders improve their decision-making and ultimately provide better loan options to a wider array of consumers. The company has a strategic partnership with Microsoft, which supports its mission to expand the availability of credit.

Zest AI, Inc. is a technology company based in Burbank, California, that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions for credit underwriting. Founded in 2009 and formerly known as ZestFinance, the company has developed a platform that utilizes advanced machine learning techniques to enhance credit decision-making processes. Zest AI's Model Management System allows lenders to analyze extensive credit data, increasing approval rates while mitigating the risks associated with credit decisions. The platform also emphasizes transparency and compliance, enabling lenders to understand and explain their data modeling results effectively. Through its innovative technology, Zest AI aims to make credit more accessible and fair, helping lenders improve their decision-making and ultimately provide better loan options to a wider array of consumers. The company has a strategic partnership with Microsoft, which supports its mission to expand the availability of credit.

EbixCash is India's largest end-to-end financial exchange, boasting a vast network of over 650,000 physical distribution outlets alongside a comprehensive online digital platform. The company integrates front-end distribution channels with robust back-end technology across various sectors, including payments solutions, travel, insurance, and financial technology. EbixCash holds a strong position in international remittance, foreign exchange, digital payments, domestic money remittance, prepaid cards, and travel services. Its business is organized into four key segments: Payments Solutions, Travel, Financial Technologies, and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and Startups. Through its platform, EbixCash offers a range of services, such as domestic and international money remittance, foreign exchange, travel bookings, utility payments, lending, and wealth management, effectively addressing the financial needs of its customers.