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How Fintechs Use Real-Time Gig Worker Data for Dynamic Credit
Episode 132 of Fintech Conversations dives into the growing trend of fintechs using real-time earnings data from gig platforms like Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash to underwrite instant loans and advances. Lucas and Luna explore how APIs connecting to gig worker accounts allow lenders to assess cash flow in near-real-time, replacing credit scores with income velocity. They discuss a 2025 Financial Health Network report finding nearly 40 percent of gig workers need emergency cash monthly, and profile startups like GigaCredit (fictional) that offer dynamic credit lines based on weekly earnings. The…
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