Peer-to-peer lending, also known as crowdfunding, or social lending, is a form of borrowing where instead of a bank, borrowers connect directly with individual lenders through platforms.
Peer-to-peer lending, also known as crowdfunding, or social lending, is a form of borrowing where instead of a bank, borrowers connect directly with individual lenders through platforms.
Despite setbacks over the years, grey areas in regulation, and other challenges, today’s industry boasts numerous peer-to-peer lending platforms catering to all sectors of the economy.
Founded by ex-Googlers in 2012, Upstart is a unique peer-to-peer lending platform. It utilizes AI and machine learning to evaluate borrowers, unlike other platforms that rely mostly on FICO scores.