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Xiaomi has introduced the Mijia Desktop Photo Printer 2, now available for purchase through its crowdfunding platform Youpin in China. The new model features Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity, a 4-color dye sublimation system, and supports multiple print sizes. The printer is priced at CNY 699 (about $103), with no details yet on global availability.
HACIEN Tequila has opened a crowdfunding campaign to support its bid to lead the premium flavoured tequila market. The campaign aims to raise funds for brand growth and product development. Details on the platform used and fundraising targets were not provided in the available text.
SME Corp's alternative peer-to-peer (P2P) financing initiative approved RM18.5 million for 39 MSMEs between January and May 2026, offering faster, largely collateral-free access to funds. Approval periods were reduced to seven days or less. The majority of funds supported working capital, asset purchases, and business expansion.
SpiritVale, an indie MMORPG, has officially reached its funding goal on Kickstarter, raising just under $250,000. The campaign's success paves the way for the game's early access launch scheduled for July 2026. The article also notes the shutdown of DreamWorld, another crowdfunded MMO, and provides updates on other crowdfunded MMO projects.
Rock My Reunion, a platform for organizing reunions, is running a crowdfunding campaign on Wefunder. The campaign is in the 'testing the waters' phase, with $58,250 already committed and a valuation cap of $2.5 million. The minimum investment is $500, and the funds will be used for growth and expansion. The company was founded in January 2026 in Redwood City, California.
Nineteen-year-old filmmaker Augustin Sasarman is launching a crowdfunding campaign on Seed&Spark to fund his second feature film, Storytellers. The campaign aims to raise $40,000, with production scheduled for this summer and plans for a future festival premiere. The film will be shot in London and features collaboration with actress Ava Justin and cinematographer Raymond Tuccaro.
The RootBoard, a handheld mini laptop based on the Raspberry Pi, has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter. Early backers can secure a unit for around $115, with deliveries expected in November 2026. The device features a 70-key keyboard, built-in battery, and is compatible with Raspberry Pi Zero models. Technical specifications are still being finalized, and backers are advised to consider the associated risks.
Five startups, including POP Energy, Sky Wave Distilling Co, Presto Coffee, Greenback Recycling Technologies, and Haatch SEIS 14, are actively raising funds through crowdfunding platforms Crowdcube and Republic. The campaigns focus on sustainability, innovative packaging, recycling technology, and early-stage venture investment. Funding targets and eligibility for SEIS/EIS tax relief are highlighted for several campaigns.
CPLX, a decentralized trading platform, is conducting a crowdfunding campaign on Wefunder with a $30 million valuation cap. The campaign is in the 'testing the waters' phase, has raised $63,000 in commitments, and offers a SAFE security with a minimum investment of $100. Founded in 2025, CPLX targets both individual and institutional investors and plans to use proceeds for growth and expansion.
Avadain, a Memphis-based nanomaterials company, raised $2.5 million in under two weeks through its Reg CF campaign on Netcapital, prompting an increase in its crowdfunding cap to $3.75 million. The company develops LTDF graphene as a substitute for critical minerals dominated by China. Over $13 million has been raised via crowdfunding from more than 3,500 investors.
