Alternate Data Suite

Overview

In today's data-driven ecosystem, the ability to tap into alternative data sources is not just an advantage—it's a necessity.

The Alternate Data API Suite is a groundbreaking toolkit designed to empower organizations by providing deep insights into a user's digital footprint, social presence, and telecom engagement, all through the lens of their mobile number.

Comprising the Social Intelligence API and the Phone Tenure API, this suite is engineered to redefine how businesses assess risk, onboard customers, and personalize experiences.

Traditional data points like credit scores and income statements paint an incomplete picture of an individual's reliability and potential. Alternate data fills this gap by offering:

  • Holistic Customer Profiling: Understand users beyond financial metrics.
  • Enhanced Risk Assessment: Mitigate risks by analyzing behavioral patterns.
  • Market Expansion: Reach underserved segments with limited credit history.
  • Innovation in Services: Tailor offerings based on nuanced insights.

Key Features of the Alternate Data API Suite:

  • Expansive Social Data: Access over 20+ social platforms, with continuous updates to include emerging networks.
  • Telecom Tenure Insights: Uncover detailed phone usage patterns and network longevity.
  • Digital Maturity Metrics: Gauge a user's digital age and online engagement levels.
  • Robust and Secure Integration: Benefit from APIs that prioritize speed, reliability, and data protection.

Alternate Data Use Cases


1. Revolutionizing Credit Scoring for the Unbanked

Consider a millennial entrepreneur with a minimal credit history but a rich digital presence. Traditional credit models might flag them as high-risk due to a lack of historical data. By leveraging the Social Intelligence API, lenders can:

  • Assess Digital Footprint: Analyze social engagement across multiple platforms.
  • Evaluate Digital Trustworthiness: Use online behavior patterns as proxies for reliability.
  • Expand Credit Access: Confidently extend credit to individuals previously deemed unscorable.

2. Fortifying Fraud Detection Mechanisms

Fraudsters often exploit gaps in verification processes. The Alternate Data APIs help organizations:

  • Cross-Validate Information: Ensure consistency between declared and actual social profiles.
  • Detect Anomalies: Identify discrepancies in phone tenure that might indicate fraudulent activity.
  • Strengthen Security Protocols: Add layers of verification without compromising user experience.

3. Elevating Customer Segmentation and Personalization

Marketing strategies thrive on accurate customer segmentation. With these APIs, businesses can:

  • Tailor Campaigns: Create hyper-personalized marketing messages based on social interests and digital behavior.
  • Predict Customer Needs: Anticipate user requirements by understanding their online interactions.
  • Enhance Engagement: Foster deeper connections through relevant and timely outreach.

4. Streamlining Onboarding and Enhancing KYC

First impressions matter. The APIs facilitate:

  • Seamless Onboarding: Reduce friction by auto-filling user information where permissible.
  • Efficient Verification: Accelerate KYC processes with reliable alternative data.
  • Compliance Assurance: Maintain adherence to regulatory standards while optimizing user experience.