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Nelnet Inc is a United States based company engaged in these four reportable segments; Loan Servicing and Systems focuses on student and consumer loan origination services and servicing, loan origination and servicing-related technology solutions, and outsourcing business services; Education Technology Services and Payments segment provides education services, payment technology, and community management solutions for K-12 schools, institutions, churches, and businesses; Asset Generation and Management segment includes the acquisition and management of student and other loan assets; and Nelnet Bank focuses on the private education and unsecured consumer loan markets. Maximum revenue for the company is generated from its Education Technology Services and Payments segment.

BlockFi is a cryptocurrency lending platform that issues USD loans backed by client-held Bitcoin and Ethereum collateral. New York-headquartered during its operational phase, it partnered with custodians like Gemini for asset storage and served retail and institutional borrowers across multiple US states. The service integrated with leading blockchains to provide liquidity options including interest-bearing accounts.

Jubao Internet Technology is a Haikou-based internet finance platform and subsidiary of HNA Group. Established as JBH, it designs and markets financial products including wealth management and lending services for individuals and corporations across China. Backed by HNA's aviation and logistics resources, the company holds licenses for online lending and payment services, prioritizing user experience through mobile apps and secure transactions.

Moove is an African mobility fintech providing vehicle financing to ride-hailing drivers via revenue-based loans. Lagos-headquartered, it partners with Uber and Bolt, using app data for credit scoring in Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya. Founded in 2020, Moove has deployed thousands of vehicles, expanding to Côte d'Ivoire.

Wayflyer is a Dublin-headquartered fintech platform offering revenue-based financing to e-commerce businesses worldwide. It delivers funding within 24 hours based on sales data, serving brands on Shopify, Amazon, and other marketplaces without requiring collateral or personal guarantees. With operations in the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia, Wayflyer has provided over $2 billion in capital to more than 20,000 merchants since 2019. Partnerships with platforms like Klaviyo and Afterpay enhance its analytics-driven lending model.

Weidai is a Hangzhou-headquartered online lending platform offering personal credit loans secured by vehicles and properties. Established in 2014, the company connects borrowers with investors through its peer-to-peer model, processing billions in loan volume annually before regulatory shifts in China's P2P sector. It expanded from auto-backed loans to include real estate collateral nationwide.

Oxyzo is a Mumbai-based financial services platform offering cash flow-based lending and supply chain finance to small and medium enterprises in India. The company underwrites loans using digital transaction data from platforms like Razorpay and Amazon Seller, disbursing funds within 24 hours for inventory purchases and expansion. Oxyzo partners with e-commerce marketplaces to finance over 100,000 SMEs annually, focusing on sectors like consumer goods and electronics manufacturing.

Mintifi is a Mumbai-headquartered digital lending platform extending quick loans and supply chain financing to small and medium enterprises throughout India. It integrates with WhatsApp and other channels to simplify funding access and operational efficiency for business borrowers.

TVS Credit Services is a Chennai-headquartered non-banking financial company under the TVS Group providing loans for two-wheelers, used cars, three-wheelers, tractors, commercial vehicles, and consumer durables primarily to customers in rural and semi-urban India. Launched in 2008, it serves over 2.5 million customers with products tailored for financial inclusion and holds a CRISIL AA-/Stable long-term rating. TVS Credit operates more than 800 branches across 26 states and has received awards like the Flame Award for Excellence in Rural Marketing and Best BFSI Company at ET Now Makers of Developed India Awards 2018.

Billie is a Berlin-based fintech company founded in 2016 that offers invoice financing and pay-after-delivery options for small and medium enterprises. Merchants integrate its automated solution for B2B e-commerce on platforms like Amazon and eBay Kleinanzeigen, securing working capital through factoring. The service extends payment terms up to 90 days while handling credit checks and collections.

Progcap is a New Delhi-headquartered fintech providing collateral-free working capital to micro and small retailers in semi-urban and rural India. Founded in 2017, the platform underwrites loans using alternative data from supply chains and e-commerce, disbursing funds within 24 hours up to ₹20 lakhs. Progcap supports over 50,000 businesses with invoice financing and inventory credit across 15 states.

eGuarantee Inc provides services to undertake credit risks that arise in the various business transaction. The company's services include Guarantee services against sales credit, Guarantee services against contractor credit, Guarantee services by debtor's trust, and Guarantee services against a variety of credit.

Bajaj Finance Ltd is the holding company for various financial services businesses under the Bajaj Group, which operates in India. The company is an NBFC in India offering payments, partnerships, services, and lending solutions to customers. The company's model is focused on the acquisition of customers and offering multiple loans and services on a cross-sell basis to meet their financial service needs. The company provides discretionary spending across consumer electronics, furniture, and digital products in India. The company's strategies and structure are closely aligned with those of commercial banks in India. All of its revenue is generated from India.

Rocket Companies is a financial services company that was originally founded as Rock Financial in 1985 and is currently based in Detroit. Rocket Companies offers a wide array of services and products but is best known for its Rocket Mortgage business. The company’s mortgage lending operations are split between its direct-to-consumer lending, which sees borrowers accessing the company’s lending arm directly through either its mobile app or website, and its partner network where mortgage brokers and other firms use Rocket’s origination process to offer loans to their customers. The company has rapidly gained market share in recent years and will also be the largest mortgage servicer in the US following its acquisition of the Mr. Cooper Group.

SoFi is a financial-services company that was founded in 2011 and is based in San Francisco. Initially known for its student loan refinancing business, the company has expanded its product offerings to include personal loans, credit cards, mortgages, investment accounts, banking services, and financial planning. The company intends to be a one-stop shop for its clients' finances and operates solely through its mobile app and website. Through its acquisition of Galileo in 2020, the company also offers payment and account services for debit cards and digital banking.

JD Digits is a Beijing-based fintech arm of JD.com providing supply chain finance, consumer loans, insurance, payment gateways, and securities brokerage. The platform connects over 500,000 SMEs with funding exceeding 200 billion RMB annually through AI-driven risk assessment.

Jio Financial Services Ltd is a core investment company, non-deposit taking, systemically important (CIC-ND-SI). Along with its subsidiaries, joint ventures, and associates, it is engaged in the business of Investing and Financing, mainly Leasing, Insurance broking, Payment Bank, Payment Aggregator, and Payment Gateway services.

PB Fintech Ltd is an integrated online marketing and consulting firm serving the financial services industry, including insurance. Its revenue mainly comes from commissions on insurance and financial products sold online and offline. Services include online marketing, product aggregation, insurance commissions, outsourcing for insurers, generating sales, IT support, and lending-related fees. The business operates in a single segment focused on financial services, with all revenue generated within India. The Company helps middle-class households secure social security by providing solutions for protecting against death and disease, planning for child education and pensions, and accessing financial and lending products.