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The discussion will explore how Fintech lenders are balancing growth and profitability, managing macroeconomic and regulatory pressures, and positioning themselves in an increasingly competitive market. Bringing together perspectives from different countries and business models, the panel will offer valuable insights into the current state and future direction of the European industry.
As capital continues to flow into specialty finance, the sector is playing an increasingly important role in funding businesses and supporting economic growth. But with attractive returns come important questions around risk, transparency and investor protection.
At What’s Up Digital Lending 2026, our panel "Navigating Specialty Finance Markets – Impact and Challenges" will explore how market participants are balancing these competing priorities in a rapidly evolving environment.
From regulatory considerations and robust financial safeguards to the importance of thorough due diligence, our panelists will discuss what it takes to navigate specialty finance successfully and responsibly.
As digital finance continues to evolve, one topic is increasingly moving into the spotlight: debt tokenisation.
Can tokenised debt make investing more efficient, liquid and accessible? What opportunities does this create for investors and originators? And where do regulation, risk management and market reality set the limits?
Our panel discusses how crypto assets and tokenisation are reshaping capital markets, the practical benefits already available to investors today, and what challenges still need to be addressed for broader adoption.
💥 It is our pleasure to announce the first panel of this year’s What’s Up Digital Lending? Conference 💥
The first BNPL Summit took place in Berlin today. Around 30 branch experts discussed the future impact of the Consumer Credit Directive on BNPL business models.
More than 300 guests gathered yesterday to learn more about financing options in times of Basel - especially for growth and the green transition. A terrific event!
It's time to reflect again on some of the key developments over the last quarter and look at the thrilling prospects that lie ahead. Let's dive in.
Collin Crowdfund is a Dutch Non-Bank Digital Lender focused on the origination of SME loans, funded by private and professional investors. Jeroen Ter Huurne, Founder & CEO, speaks about the business model, the motivation to become a member of the DLA, and current market developments.
As alarming headlines circulate about rising defaults and potential contagion, a careful reading of the evidence calls for perspective over panic and a renewed appreciation for underwriting discipline, argues Lucas Wüst, Founder & CEO at Kredo.