E987: The Next Unicorns: Upgrade CEO & Co-founder Renaud Laplanche is empowering users to better understand credit through his consumer credit platform, announces the Upgrade Card, shares insights on taking LendingClub public & how startups have changed since he started his first company in 2000 – E
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Revolutionizing Consumer Credit
This chapter reflects on the speaker's transition from a previous project to launching Upgrade.com, a platform aimed at enhancing consumer credit solutions. It explores the shortcomings of traditional credit scores and introduces the innovative Upgrade Card, designed to provide a more responsible alternative to typical credit cards. The discussion emphasizes the importance of transparency and better financial practices to help consumers manage debt effectively.
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