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Photon Matrix Laser Mosquito Device Raises $2.7M on Indiegogo, Faces Production Delays

The Photon Matrix, a laser-based mosquito elimination device, has raised $2.7 million from over 4,000 backers on Indiegogo, far surpassing its initial $20,000 goal. Developed by Photon Matrix Lab in China, the device uses LiDAR and AI to target mosquitoes. Despite its crowdfunding success, the project faces production delays and is navigating regulatory approvals. Delivery to backers is now expected in August.

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Philippines SEC Issues New Guidelines for Sukuk to Expand Islamic Capital Market

The Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission has released new rules for the registration, issuance, and disclosure of Sukuk, enabling companies to access Shari’ah-compliant financing. The framework outlines permissible structures, reporting, and disclosure requirements for issuers. This move aims to deepen the country's Islamic finance ecosystem and broaden capital market inclusivity.

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Bhutan Crowdfunded Startup Disappears, Leaving Investors and Regulators in Dispute

Himalayan Food, a fruit and vegetable processing startup, raised Nu 4.5 million via Bhutan Crowdfunding in 2019 but has since become unreachable. Investors report a lack of updates, and regulatory bodies RSEBL and RMA are at odds over responsibility. The case highlights gaps in oversight and communication within Bhutan's equity crowdfunding framework.

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Brazilian Farmers Use Blockchain to Tokenize Dairy Cows for Agricultural Loans

Brazilian dairy farmers are leveraging blockchain technology to tokenize dairy cows, enabling them to use livestock as verified collateral for loans. This approach aims to improve transparency and efficiency in agricultural lending, offering farmers better access to capital. The initiative reflects a broader trend of real-world asset tokenization in agriculture and highlights potential benefits and challenges for both farmers and lenders.

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Spirit Airlines Launches Crowdfunding Campaign to Raise Funds

Spirit Airlines has initiated a crowdfunding campaign to secure additional funding. The campaign aims to address the airline's financial needs and has been featured in recent news coverage. Further details about the campaign's goals and progress were not available from the provided content.

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Canton Network Showcases Privacy-Enabled Blockchain for Institutional Asset Tokenization

The Canton Network is highlighted as a privacy-focused public L1 blockchain designed for regulated financial institutions. It enables real-time synchronization of assets and data, supporting tokenization and interoperability across financial markets. The ecosystem features over 65 projects, including platforms for tokenized stocks, green bonds, and institutional lending. Major financial backers and a growing project base underscore its institutio…

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Private Credit Market Projected to Reach USD 3.48 Trillion Globally by 2031

A new report from Mordor Intelligence forecasts the global private credit market will grow from USD 1.96 trillion in 2026 to USD 3.48 trillion by 2031, driven by direct lending and specialty finance. The analysis highlights increasing demand from businesses for flexible financing and growing institutional investor participation. North America leads the market, with Europe and Asia-Pacific also showing strong growth.

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Azerbaijan Enacts Comprehensive Crowdfunding Law to Regulate Equity and Debt Platforms

Azerbaijan has approved a new law establishing the legal and regulatory framework for equity and debt-based crowdfunding. The legislation sets requirements for platform operators, investor protections, and oversight by the Central Bank. It aims to expand alternative financing for startups and SMEs, and will take effect six months after publication.