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Indonesia’s P2P lending sector has grown to more than IDR 101 trillion in outstanding debt, but much of the market remains outside effective tax oversight. The article says legal platforms are far outnumbered by illegal ones and argues that cross-border ownership structures complicate enforcement. It also discusses withholding rules, transfer pricing, and proposed tax information sharing with China.
A new report from UK Finance and Oliver Wyman highlights the UK's strong position for securities tokenization but warns that urgent action is needed to avoid falling behind other markets. The report estimates global tokenized market capitalization could reach $2 trillion by 2030. Industry leaders stress the importance of moving from pilot projects to scalable, integrated financial infrastructure.
Researchers examined how equity-focused labels on DonorsChoose influence donor behavior and project funding. The study found that labels highlighting economic disadvantage led to stronger fundraising results, while responses to labels about racial minority status varied by donor community. The findings suggest that platform interventions may need to be tailored to different audiences.
A new report from DataM Intelligence forecasts the global peer-to-peer lending market will grow from $325.8 billion in 2025 to $2,390.6 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 28.3%. The analysis covers regional trends, key players, and recent product and regulatory developments. Growth is driven by digital lending adoption, alternative financing demand, and advances in AI-powered credit assessment.
Recent statistics reveal that crowdfunding generates $17.2 billion annually in North America, with global campaign numbers and average funds raised showing significant growth. The average success rate for campaigns is 22.4%, and projections estimate the market could reach $300 billion by 2030. Platform-specific data highlights Kickstarter, Fundrazr, and Indiegogo as leading performers. Key factors for campaign success include video content, regul…
Nigeria's non-interest banking sector has grown to N4.39 trillion in assets and N1.43 trillion in financing, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria. The Sukuk market has raised N1.492 trillion for infrastructure projects, while Takaful insurance and Shariah-compliant pension funds are expanding. The CBN emphasizes the need for stronger regulation and governance as the sector attracts more investors.
Personal credit loan balances in South Korea's online P2P lending sector have grown rapidly, reaching approximately 610 billion won by August, a 3.5-fold increase since January. The total loan balance of 46 domestic P2P companies also rose by 41.1% since last year. This shift is driven by tighter lending regulations in traditional banking and credit card sectors.
Regulation Crowdfunding platforms in the US raised $13.2 million in August 2026, with Wefunder and DealMaker Securities accounting for 75% of all commitments. The report details platform-specific fundraising totals, round statuses, and highlights the top 30 Reg CF campaigns for the month. The data reflects ongoing trends and activity in the US equity crowdfunding market.
Regulation Crowdfunding platforms in the US raised $3.57 million in commitments for the week ending September 5, 2026. DealMaker Securities and Wefunder accounted for 66% of all commitments, with detailed breakdowns provided for each major platform. The report also lists the top 30 active Reg CF campaigns and their funding progress.
A new analysis examines when investors commit funds during crowdfunding campaigns, showing that the middle phase captures the largest share of capital in longer raises, while the first 14 days consistently see the highest daily investment pace. The study compares median and average funding patterns across different campaign durations, highlighting how raise length influences investor behavior. Findings offer insights for both fundraisers and inve…
Real estate crowdfunding in Italy has exceeded €1 billion in cumulative funds raised, reflecting ongoing sector growth. The article provides comparative data for major European markets and discusses trends in platform profitability and market consolidation. Projections indicate continued but moderate growth, with regulatory compliance and business model efficiency highlighted as key challenges.
August 2026 saw Reg CF issuers raise $27.4 million, a 9.4% increase from July, despite the number of investor commitments dropping by nearly half. The average check size rose significantly, and a higher percentage of concluded offerings met their minimum targets. Top platforms included Wefunder, StartEngine, and Dealmaker. Median pre-money valuations increased, while new filings and investor participation declined.
