Funding Circle is the UK’s largest loan platform for SMEs. Founded in 2010 in the aftermath of the Global Financial Crisis, when small businesses struggled to access finance through traditional channels, a wide range of investors have directly lent more than £11.5 billion to approximately 100,000 businesses globally. By combining a decade of investment in machine learning technology with dedicated SME expertise, borrowers can access fast and simple finance, with a seamless customer experience.