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Bigme has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its HiBreak Dual 2 smartphone, featuring a dual-screen design with E-Ink and LCD displays. The device offers advanced specs, including up to 16GB RAM, 5G connectivity, and stylus support. Early backers can pre-order the phone at pledge rates starting from $560. The campaign precedes the device's broader retail release.
The Rideau Hall Foundation's crowdfunding campaign for restoring 24 Sussex Drive has attracted 2,065 donors, raising $461,822 toward a $50 million target. The campaign, launched in June, aims to fund the renovation of the prime minister's official residence. The foundation has published a donor list and set a maximum donation limit of $5 million. The project also includes a national design competition.
Jean Lassalle has announced the launch of a crowdfunding campaign to support his potential candidacy in the 2027 French presidential election. The former MP aims to raise at least 100,000 euros to fund campaign preparations and initial expenses. Lassalle emphasizes relying on supporter donations rather than traditional political financing.
Hill Road Pictures is raising funds for 'So I’m the Crazy One,' an R-rated comedy, through an equity crowdfunding campaign. The project features a unique ownership model involving investors, producers, and cast, and leverages both Reg D and Reg CF fundraising. As of July 2026, the campaign has raised $810,000 of its $2 million goal. The film aims to combine content creator casting with direct audience participation.
Tatleaux Brown Mills Landfill Solar is raising funds via Honeycomb for a 1.8 MW community solar project in New Jersey. The campaign seeks between $50,000 and $500,000, offering a 10% interest rate over three years. The project aims to serve low and moderate-income subscribers and is expected to begin commercial operation by the end of 2026. Early construction is underway.
Rockwells Gas & Mercantile is raising funds on the Vicinity platform with a $4.5 million valuation. The campaign, based in Gainesboro, Tennessee, has secured $48,000 in commitments toward a minimum target of $350,000 and a maximum of $1.24 million. The offering closes on July 29, 2026, and funds will be used for infrastructure, remodeling, and working capital.
Vastnaut held a three-day Demo Day in Los Angeles, allowing supporters to test its AI-powered 4x4 exoskeleton while its Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign remains active. Attendees experienced the product's features firsthand, with positive feedback on its performance and design. The company plans to continue its demo tour in other cities to build trust and momentum for the ongoing campaign.
Osaka-based payments firm Zentoshin collapsed, leaving 63 creditors with claims totaling $709 million. Among them, Bankers Co., a Tokyo-based loan crowdfunding platform, is owed about ¥2.1 billion. The platform managed funds that lent to Zentoshin, and warns that individual investors could face losses if recoveries are insufficient. Regulators are reviewing lender due diligence.
Several startups, including Revvies Energy Strips, Glint, Nanoloom, ON Beer, Alpha 311, and Spice Dept, are actively raising funds through crowdfunding platforms Crowdcube and Republic this week. The campaigns span industries such as sports nutrition, fintech, material science, beverages, clean energy, and food. Funding targets and eligibility for investment schemes like EIS are highlighted for each company.
VidAngel Entertainment has opened an equity crowdfunding campaign on North Capital, offering preferred stock with a minimum investment of $100. The campaign aims to raise between $246,000 and $4.99 million, with proceeds allocated to investor buyout, marketing, and platform development. VidAngel provides content filtering tools for streaming media and reported $14.1M in revenue for FY25.
HATCH, in partnership with the CDC Foundation, has launched a national crowdfunding campaign called 'The Missing Piece' to raise $10 million for improving access to protein in the U.S. food system. The campaign aims to deliver up to 3 billion protein-rich meals annually and features a matching donation from Tony Robbins. The initiative highlights the protein gap in charitable food distribution and invites nationwide donor participation.
Paradise Garden, a grassroots music venue in Cardiff, has started a crowdfunding campaign to fund a new lease after its current sub-lease ends. The venue, known for hosting over 850 live events and supporting local artists, is seeking community support to continue its operations. The campaign is hosted on Crowdfunder and is accompanied by a fundraising event.
