A top-tier expert is now supporting the strategic positioning in the areas of Open Lending & AI
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The 11th General Meeting took place at the premises of our member Lemonway in Paris on September 23, 2026. The agenda included elections to the Executive Board.
The digital lending industry is evolving faster than ever.
That's why we're bringing together investors, fintech founders, regulators, banks, asset managers and capital markets experts at What's Up Digital Lending? to discuss where the market is heading next. From debt tokenisation and crypto assets to specialty finance, AI-driven underwriting, investor expectations, market consolidation and emerging securitisation opportunities, the agenda covers the topics currently defining the industry. We are proud to welcome 36 speakers from across Europe, representing some of the most innovative and influential organisations in the ecosystem.
What does it take to scale a digital lending business across Europe? Expanding into new markets is about far more than translating a product or acquiring customers. Different licensing regimes, funding structures, banking partnerships and operational infrastructures create a complex landscape that fintech lenders must navigate to achieve sustainable growth at scale. Our Fireside Chat "Expanding Beyond Borders – Unlocking Digital Lending at Scale" brings together senior experts, who will share practical insights from their experience building and supporting cross-border digital lending businesses.
Our Annual Report for the year 2025 is out. Full of information on our public affairs and public relations activities, financial accounts and the outlook for the next year.
Banks vs. Fintechs? That’s yesterday’s story. Today, the more interesting question is how banks and digital lenders are working together to expand access to financing for small and medium-sized businesses. At What’s Up Digital Lending 2026, two senior experts will share insights from their real-life cooperation and discuss what each side brings to the table. Together, they will explore how partnerships between traditional financial institutions and digital lenders can help unlock credit for SMEs while navigating an evolving regulatory landscape.
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 💥