Regulations have always played an important role in the growth trajectory of lenders across the world. In India, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) sets guidelines to ensure the smooth and ethical functioning of lending players and fair practices for borrowers. Recent news reports indicate that the RBI is taking strict action against lenders who […]
Precisa: Safeguarding Against RBI’s Model-Based Lending Concerns
You do not need a microscope to observe how quickly things are changing in the Indian financial ecosystem. The rapid technology penetration, the country’s socioeconomic conditions, and government support have formed a formidable partnership to usher in a more digital and inclusive financial era. It is no secret that this seismic shift from dated and […]
RBI’s Digital Lending Guidelines for Borrowers and Lenders: Pros and Cons
The booming fintech ecosystem in India has led to the emergence of countless companies that offer various credit services. However, despite its benefits, this expanding fintech vista has also led to the proliferation of unregulated digital lenders conducting unethical business, excessive third-party engagement, and rising risks to digital privacy. Moreover, unjust interest rates and inhumane […]
5 Key Highlights of the RBI Guidelines for Digital Lending You Should Know
Indian fintechs have made rapid gains in the payments space over the past few years because of UPI, which has led to a significant increase in fintech investment in India. Approximately $135 billion were transacted monthly through UPI (as of June 22), 9 times more than credit cards, which have been around for over 40 […]
RBI’s New Digital Lending Norms to Address Rising Financing Needs
According to Statista, the digital lending market has grown from 9 billion dollars in 2012 to nearly 150 billion dollars by 2020. It is projected to reach around 350 billion dollars by 2023. Along the same line, many experts believe 2023 will be a game changer for digital lending in India. This could be attributed […]
Digital Lending Regulations: Bane or Boon?
The advent of technological innovations has radically changed customers’ banking habits. The widespread adoption of digital lending and payment methods following Demonetisation signalled the rise of India’s fintech-led Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) system. Lending was the next banking activity to move to the digital space. The Indian digital lending market grew from a […]
Digital Lending: Understanding RBI’s Latest Guidelines
The timely availability of sufficient credit to individuals and businesses significantly impacts economic growth. For some time now, digital lending has been providing a fillip for credit penetration among populations that were neglected for a very long time by banks and NBFCs. It is one of the rapidly growing segments of the Indian fintech industry […]