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In the first half of 2026, Indonesia's Financial Services Authority (OJK) blocked 1,218 illegal financial entities, with 951 of them being online loan (P2P lending) platforms. Illegal investments and pawnshops were also targeted. The OJK received over 22,000 complaints related to these illegal entities during the period.
A new report shows Swiss marketplace lending volumes rose 4.4% in 2025 to CHF 22.4 billion, with real estate crowdlending and online mortgage platforms as key growth drivers. Real estate loans surged 38% year-over-year, while online mortgage volumes reached CHF 7.7 billion. The sector is expected to benefit from regulatory changes and banking consolidation.
BackaBuddy reported over 52,000 crowdfunding campaigns launched in the first six months of 2026, a significant increase from the previous year. Medical and health-related campaigns remain the most common, driven by economic pressures and the platform's shift to a 0% fee model. The platform highlights evolving uses of crowdfunding in South Africa and ongoing demand for urgent financial support.
Tokenization of real-world assets saw a significant increase in June, with total volumes surpassing $3.86 billion. The data highlights growing adoption and interest in tokenizing tangible assets. This trend reflects broader momentum in the digital transformation of traditional finance.
Total funds raised through securities crowdfunding platforms in Indonesia have reached Rp1.98 trillion as of June 2026. This figure highlights the continued growth and adoption of crowdfunding as a financing method in the country. The data reflects cumulative market activity over the period.
A new analysis of 2025 Reg CF equity crowdfunding reveals Georgia had the highest median raise at $748,653, while California led in deal count with 148 closed campaigns. The report highlights state-by-state differences in median amounts raised, with several non-traditional states outperforming established startup hubs. Six states saw no Reg CF equity deals close in 2025.
Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) funding volumes rebounded in June following a poor performance in the first quarter. The article provides market data on recent trends in Reg CF fundraising activity, highlighting a shift in momentum. Key statistics and comparisons to previous periods are discussed.
EUROCROWD has released a research paper analyzing the effects of the European Crowdfunding Service Providers Regulation (ECSPR) three years after its implementation. The study finds that market growth is driven more by platform maturity and investor culture than by regulatory flexibility. It highlights areas for improvement in operational resilience and transparency, and suggests future progress will depend on governance and digital infrastructur…
wecity and PwC have launched their first Observatory report analyzing the shift toward alternative financing and WealthTech in the real estate sector. The study highlights the impact of banking regulations, the rise of crowdfunding platforms, and the role of technology in democratizing investment. Key findings include a €250 million financing milestone and a 0% default rate for wecity.
India's private credit market has grown to $25 billion in assets under management, doubling over five years. New Reserve Bank of India regulations now allow banks to finance acquisitions, increasing competition for private lenders. Real estate accounts for 40% of the market, with infrastructure and utilities also significant. Investors are advised to monitor margin pressures and sector risks.
