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Real estate
Tokenized
Platforms Expand Tokenization of Gold, Copper, and Uranium for Retail and Institutional Investors
Mining and technology companies are increasingly using blockchain platforms to tokenize metals such as gold, copper, and uranium. Platforms like Metals.io have issued tokens linked to physical and future metal production, enabling new financing models and broader investor access. Despite growing interest, tokenized metals remain a small fraction of the overall commodities market, with challenges including market fragmentation and asset verificati…
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Startups
Equity
Africa
African Startup Funding in July 2026 Drops to $102M as Debt Financing Surpasses Equity
African startups raised $102 million in July 2026, marking the lowest monthly total since March 2025. Debt financing accounted for 74% of the total, while equity funding fell to $25 million. The shift reflects changing investor preferences amid a more cautious market. Nigeria led in equity funding, and fintech remained the top-funded sector.
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Trends
Startups
Equity
Bangladesh Startup Funding Drops 95% in H1 2026 Amid Rising Foreign Dependence
Startup funding in Bangladesh fell sharply to $6 million in the first half of 2026, a 95% decline from the previous year. The majority of late-stage funding since 2013 has come from foreign investors, with 100% of capital in early 2026 sourced internationally. New initiatives, including a bank-backed venture capital platform, aim to address the funding gap and reduce reliance on foreign capital.
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Personal loans
P2P lending
BillEase Reports Strong Revenue and Loan Growth in the Philippines’ Digital Lending Market
BillEase, a digital lending platform in the Philippines, nearly doubled its revenue to $151.2 million in 2025, driven by rapid loan growth and customer acquisition. The platform's gross loan book reached $212.1 million, with 1.3 million new customers added during the year. All growth was funded from operating profits, and credit loss provisions remained within internal targets.
Market Data
Startups
Nigeria
Africa
Nigerian Startup Funding Drops 96% in July 2026 Amid Investor Caution
Startup funding in Nigeria fell sharply to $4.9 million across six deals in July 2026, marking a 95.7% decline from June and a 38% year-on-year drop. The slowdown was driven by the absence of large growth-stage investments, with most capital going to early-stage rounds and debt financing in agriculture and education. Investors showed increased selectivity, favoring practical solutions in key sectors.
Trends
Market Data
Real estate
Tokenized
Tokenized Real-World Assets on Solana Reach $3.73 Billion All-Time High
The value of real-world assets tokenized on the Solana blockchain has reached $3.73 billion, marking a new record for the network. This growth is driven by increased institutional adoption, with assets such as Treasuries, equities, and private credit now represented on-chain. The milestone highlights Solana's infrastructure and the broader trend of integrating traditional finance with blockchain technology.
Market Data
Personal loans
P2P lending
India
India’s Peer-to-Peer Lending Market Projected to Reach $48.88B by 2034
India's peer-to-peer lending market is forecast to grow from $9.13 billion in 2025 to $48.88 billion by 2034, with a CAGR of 20.49%. The sector is driven by digital financial inclusion, regulatory support, and technological innovation. Marketplace lending models and consumer credit dominate the market, with North India leading regionally. Key growth factors include expanding digital infrastructure and gig economy participation.
Market Data
Debt
Asset Lending Market Projected to Reach $1.8 Trillion Globally by 2033
A new report forecasts the global asset lending market will grow from $778.24 billion in 2025 to $1,806.46 billion by 2033, driven by increased demand for collateral-backed financing. The study highlights trends such as digital transformation, advanced risk assessment, and regional market leadership by North America. Key sectors include manufacturing, retail, and construction.
Trends
Market Data
SME
P2P lending
Indonesia
Indonesia’s P2P Lending Sector Grows 25% as AFPI Highlights Role in Closing Credit Gap
Indonesia's P2P lending industry reached IDR 105.14 trillion in outstanding financing as of May 2026, marking a 25% year-on-year increase. The sector is credited with boosting MSME sales and profits, helping address the country's Rp1,650 trillion credit gap. AFPI emphasizes the importance of distinguishing licensed platforms from illegal lenders and calls for greater public education.
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Platform Update
SME
Debt
Saudi Arabia
Sukuk Capital Reaches SR11.6 Billion in Crowdfunding, 20% Allocated to Industrial Firms
Sukuk Capital, a Saudi crowdfunding platform, has facilitated SR11.6 billion in investments over five years, with 20% of its financing directed to industrial companies. The platform serves around 800,000 investors and over 600 beneficiary companies, holding a 60% market share in Saudi Arabia's crowdfunding sector. Regulatory oversight is provided by SAMA and the Capital Market Authority.
Market Data
Trends
Canada
Analysis Highlights Shifting Crowdfunding Landscape in Canada for 2026
The article examines the state of crowdfunding in Canada, noting growth among leading platforms and a decline at the grassroots level. It provides an overview of market trends and structural changes affecting the sector. The analysis is based on recent data and historical context.
Market Data
P2P lending
Europe
P2P Lending Platforms Originate €194M in Loans Globally in July 2026
P2P-Banking.com reports that international P2P lending platforms originated a total of €194 million in loans during July 2026. Mintos led the market, followed by Bondora and Loanch. The article includes a detailed table of monthly loan originations for various platforms and notes that Esketit surpassed €1 billion in total loans since inception.
