Technology

Report: Talks about the twisty Pluralsight saga near conclusion

Sophisticated lenders may not have been caught so flat-footed by a JCrew transaction after all.

StoneX to launch BSL trading platform

The platform is set to launch in September, and eventually expand into private credit.

Five key trends in speciality finance: Consumer debt

Contrary to what some might think, managers argue now is a great time to move into consumer lending.

Private debt struggles to grasp technology

Managers see using cutting-edge tools to assist operations as high priority – but they still have plenty to do to keep up with the latest trends.

Alter Domus: How to drive transformative AI in fund services

Demetry Zilberg, chief technology officer at Alter Domus, considers the latest developments in artificial intelligence and how private debt can benefit.

Careful lending may save the SME sector

There is confidence that small businesses can hold up reasonably well in the face of macroeconomic challenges. The bigger issue may be access to financing.

Charting the future of AI

Managers have mixed opinions on which areas of private funds management will most benefit from artificial intelligence technology, according to Private Debt Investor’s latest Private Fund Leaders Survey.

Key trends shaping the future of private debt

Private debt appears better positioned compared with other asset classes, with robust fundraising and strong returns despite a challenging climate.

Consumer lending’s broad reach

How is technology creating fresh ways for private debt funds to interact with consumers?