Robocash has rolled out a new investor interface, aiming to improve usability and simplify portfolio management for users. While the core investment logic remains unchanged, the update reflects the platform’s focus on user experience and efficiency.

Beyond that, the latest P2P news cycle also brings a mix of strategic shifts and risk signals—from a CEO change at Debitum and new EU-backed guarantees at Capitalia to platform expansion at Asterra Estate and additional risk exposure via Revest.

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#1 Asterra Estate secures bank partnership and lowers interest rates

Asterra Estate is taking a major step forward by bringing a bank on board for the first time. The platform has entered into a partnership with a leading Latvian bank (not publicly disclosed) to refinance properties within the Asteres Village project. With more than 100 houses planned, this move clearly signals further scaling and increasing institutionalization.

The first properties are currently being prepared for refinancing, with the process expected to take one to two months. Investors in the affected units will have the option to either exit or reinvest their capital into similar projects within Asteres Village under the same conditions.

At the same time, the platform announced lower interest rates starting May 1. New projects will offer reduced returns, reflecting improved financing terms through the bank. As a result, the overall risk profile for investors is expected to decrease.

For investors, this development brings greater stability and lower risk due to institutional backing, but also reduced return expectations for new investments. Early investors appear to benefit the most and will soon have the flexibility to decide whether to stay invested or withdraw their funds.

#2 Debitum appoints new CEO as owner takes over leadership

Debitum* is undergoing another leadership change. CEO Anatolijs Putna will step down at the end of March 2026 after around three years with the company, remaining involved in the transition until June. The new CEO will be owner Ingus Salmins, who is now moving into an operational role.

Although Putna officially held the CEO position for only a few months, Debitum states that he had effectively been managing day-to-day operations since joining the company. During his tenure, key metrics improved significantly: outstanding investments grew from €11.9 million to over €60 million, while total volume reached €181 million. The investor base also tripled to more than 30,000 users, and the platform achieved profitability for the first time.

For investors, the picture is mixed. On the one hand, Debitum shows solid operational performance and clear growth momentum. On the other hand, this marks the second CEO change within a relatively short period, raising questions about leadership continuity.

The owner stepping in could accelerate decision-making and bring strategic clarity. However, frequent leadership changes are generally seen as a risk factor and tend to create uncertainty within the investor community—even if current business performance remains strong.

#3 Revest adds small Kazakh lender to platform

Revest is expanding its offering with a new loan originator, MoneyPlus. Similar to its main partner GMoney, the company operates in the short-term consumer lending segment in Kazakhstan and is expected to provide additional investment opportunities.

However, a closer look at the numbers puts things into perspective. MoneyPlus currently manages a loan portfolio of only around €1.2 million and was founded in 2025, placing it in a very different category compared to more established Kazakh lenders. The offered interest rates are around 13.5% with a buyback guarantee, clearly reflecting a higher-risk profile. That said, with loan durations of just 30 days, some investors may still consider it manageable.

At the same time, the platform itself remains a point of concern. Reports of lengthy AML procedures and delayed fund processing have been circulating within the community for weeks, raising questions about reliability.

Investors should also note that the new lender is not included in Auto Invest by default and must be added manually. Allocating funds here means taking on additional risk within an already somewhat fragile setup.

#4 Capitalia secures EU-backed guarantee for new loan program

Capitalia has obtained a guarantee from the European Investment Fund (EIF), enabling up to €15 million in new loans for micro-enterprises across the Baltic states. This marks the first time that crowdfunding loans in Europe are backed under the InvestEU program.

The funding will target small businesses with loans of up to €50,000 and maturities of up to 36 months. In total, around 700 loans are expected to be issued. A significant portion of the default risk will be covered by the EIF guarantee.

For investors, this changes the overall risk-return profile. Part of the credit risk is effectively transferred to a European-level institution, which should help cushion potential defaults. At the same time, improved financing conditions are likely to result in lower interest rates, potentially in the mid-single-digit range.

On the positive side, the institutional backing provides additional stability and strengthens a segment that has traditionally carried higher risk.

#5 Robocash rolls out updated investor interface

Robocash* has introduced a redesigned investor dashboard, focusing on improved usability and a cleaner structure. While the core investment processes remain unchanged, the update aims to make navigation more intuitive and key functions easier to access.

One of the main changes is the new wallet structure. Deposits and withdrawals are now centralized, making them more visible and easier to manage. In addition, new transaction filters have been added, allowing investors to track their cash flows more efficiently. Portfolio settings have also been streamlined, making adjustments—especially within Auto Invest—quicker and more straightforward.

The investment overview has been simplified as well. The table layout is more minimalistic, with detailed information accessible directly at the loan level. Alongside these changes, smaller UI improvements and increased transparency in the referral program have been introduced.