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BlocPower, a climate tech startup that raised over $3 million via crowdfunding platforms, is considering restructuring and an asset sale after significant financial losses. Investors may not recover their funds, as the company’s debt exceeds its assets and senior creditors have priority. The company’s complex structure and failed city partnerships have contributed to its financial difficulties.
Chicago Trend invited local residents to invest $1,000 each in a crowdfunding campaign to purchase Hawthorn Crossings, a strip mall in north Minneapolis. The campaign surpassed its $100,000 goal, raising $248,500. Chicago Trend will retain at least 51% ownership if the sale closes. The outcome for current tenants remains uncertain.
Several UK startups, including ReelFlow, The Earth Build Project, The Tusk & Raider, Gather & Grind, and Project Barnaby, have launched crowdfunding campaigns this week. The campaigns span platforms such as Europe Republic and Crowdfunder, with fundraising targets ranging from £5,000 to £285,005. Projects cover sectors from B2B video tech to sustainable construction and community-focused hospitality.
Riemann Computing has launched LonScript, a new programming language designed for high-speed scientific computing. The company claims LonScript is over 1,400 times faster than Python for complex calculations. Riemann Computing is currently raising funds through an equity crowdfunding campaign on Wefunder to support further development.
Vorteil Capital, a Penang-based SME manufacturing solutions provider, is seeking to raise at least RM4 million for 25% equity via an equity crowdfunding campaign on pitchIN. The funds will support project execution, operating costs, and training programs. The company, founded in 2025, targets SME growth through advisory, supplier networks, and financing. The campaign closes on July 26.
Anker's EufyMake brand entered the 3D printing market with the E1 printer, raising over $46 million via Kickstarter in 2025. The article also notes Anker's earlier use of crowdfunding for its Zolo Liberty+ headphones. These campaigns highlight Anker's strategy of leveraging crowdfunding to launch new tech products under its subbrands.
LifeCycle has started a crowdfunding campaign to support a nearly 2,000km cycling journey across East Africa. The initiative aims to raise funds for renal patients in Malta. The campaign highlights the use of crowdfunding to support health-related charitable causes.
Kara Water has initiated a Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) raise to support the commercial launch of its Kara Pod and Kara Paw products. The company, known for its air-to-water technology, aims to bring these new inventions to market across nine retail partners. Kara Water has previously generated $3M in sales and secured a $7M inventory financing letter of intent. The campaign is now open to public investors.
Australian eco-startup Zero Co raised $5 million in just six hours via a crowdfunding campaign on Birchal, setting a national record. The campaign saw 2,500 of 3,082 investors pre-registered, with $1 million raised in the first five minutes and $3 million in under 50 minutes. The funds will support business expansion and product development.
GiveSendGo, a Christian crowdfunding platform, has approved campaigns that other platforms like GoFundMe have removed for violating content policies. The article highlights a recent fundraiser for a controversial individual, which raised over $25,000 on GiveSendGo after being rejected elsewhere. The platform's approach to campaign moderation distinguishes it within the crowdfunding industry.
Huawei Japan has begun early sales of its flagship FreeClip 2 S wireless earphones through the Makuake crowdfunding platform. The campaign offers multiple discount plans and highlights features such as a mirror-finish charging case, spatial audio, and up to 38 hours of battery life. The campaign runs until September 29, with the product positioned as the latest in Huawei's successful FreeClip series.
The Kingscrowd Podcast examines Rally's move from direct fractional ownership of collectibles to a fund-like structure, highlighting challenges with liquidity and investor expectations. The episode also reviews Oshi's equity crowdfunding campaign on Wefunder, detailing its traction, valuation reset, and market risks. Both stories illustrate evolving trends in private market investment structures.
