Kashin
Credit for the emerging economy in Latam
Y CombinatorSummer 2022ActiveFintechCredit and LendingFintech
What they do
Problem
Micro-merchants and individuals in Latin America’s informal economy lack access to affordable, reliable credit due to limited traditional credit histories.
Solution
Kashin provides small loans underwritten by a proprietary AI risk model using 250+ variables from users’ smartphones and credit bureau data.
Who it's for
Micro-merchants and individuals in the informal economy across Latin America seeking short-term credit.
Founders
Christophe Robilliard
Founder
Engineer with a passion for solving problems. Former experiences: McKinsey Consultant, Easy Taxi General Manager, Cabify Regional Manager, and Ligo COO. Love sports: surf, tennis, soccer, squash, and more.
Jose Palacios
Founder
Founder and Critical Thinking Officer @ Kashin
Company timeline
- Founded2020
- YC batchSummer 2022
- StatusActive
- Team size45 people
- LocationLima, Callao Region, Peru; Lima, Lima Province, Peru; Remote
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