Campaign News
Startups
Equity
USA
Rockwells Gas & Mercantile Seeks Funding on Vicinity with $4.5M Valuation
Rockwells Gas & Mercantile is raising funds on the Vicinity platform with a $4.5 million valuation. The campaign, based in Gainesboro, Tennessee, has secured $48,000 in commitments toward a minimum target of $350,000 and a maximum of $1.24 million. The offering closes on July 29, 2026, and funds will be used for infrastructure, remodeling, and working capital.
Campaign News
Health & Science
Reward
USA
Vastnaut Showcases AI-Powered Exoskeleton During Los Angeles Demo Amid Kickstarter Campaign
Vastnaut held a three-day Demo Day in Los Angeles, allowing supporters to test its AI-powered 4x4 exoskeleton while its Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign remains active. Attendees experienced the product's features firsthand, with positive feedback on its performance and design. The company plans to continue its demo tour in other cities to build trust and momentum for the ongoing campaign.
Market Data
Platform Update
Health & Science
Donation
South Africa
BackaBuddy Surpasses 52,000 Campaigns in First Half of 2026 Amid Surge in Medical Fundraisers
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.
Platform Update
Campaign News
SME
P2P lending
Bankers Co. Faces Investor Losses After Zentoshin Bankruptcy in Japan
Osaka-based payments firm Zentoshin collapsed, leaving 63 creditors with claims totaling $709 million. Among them, Bankers Co., a Tokyo-based loan crowdfunding platform, is owed about ¥2.1 billion. The platform managed funds that lent to Zentoshin, and warns that individual investors could face losses if recoveries are insufficient. Regulators are reviewing lender due diligence.
Market Data
Tokenized
Real-World Asset Tokenization Volume Reaches $3.86 Billion in June
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.
Platform Update
Health & Science
Equity
USA
The Super Crowd and Tomorrow BioTech Partner to Expand Impact Crowdfunding for Biotech Startups
The Super Crowd, an impact crowdfunding platform, and Tomorrow BioTech/BADASS Labs have formed a partnership to support biotech startups with lab access, crowdfunding guidance, and investor connections. The alliance aims to help early-stage science-driven ventures secure funding and operational support. The collaboration leverages The Super Crowd’s expertise in regulated investment crowdfunding and BADASS Labs’ biotech infrastructure.
Platform Update
Education
Donation
South Africa
Africa
Feenix Crowdfunding Platform Raises R353 Million for South African Students
Feenix, a public benefit crowdfunding platform, has raised over R353 million to support more than 6,000 South African students since 2017. The platform connects students with individuals and corporate sponsors to help fund higher education, especially for those not covered by government aid. Feenix operates independently from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme and targets students with household incomes below R600,000.
Market Data
Equity
Indonesia
Securities Crowdfunding in Indonesia Reaches Rp1.98 Trillion by June 2026
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.
Trends
Platform Update
Sustainability
Tokenized
HalalFi Launches Sharia-Compliant Blockchain Crowdfunding Platform for Islamic Finance
HalalFi is introduced as a Sharia-compliant crowdfunding and investment platform leveraging blockchain technology. The platform enables investors to fund vetted halal projects using USDT, with profits tied to project performance and on-chain transparency. HalalFi emphasizes Sharia screening, smart contracts, and real business activity. The article explores how such platforms can bridge Islamic finance and crypto markets.
Campaign News
Startups
Equity
United Kingdom
Six Startups Launch Crowdfunding Campaigns on Crowdcube and Republic in July 2026
Several startups, including Revvies Energy Strips, Glint, Nanoloom, ON Beer, Alpha 311, and Spice Dept, are actively raising funds through crowdfunding platforms Crowdcube and Republic this week. The campaigns span industries such as sports nutrition, fintech, material science, beverages, clean energy, and food. Funding targets and eligibility for investment schemes like EIS are highlighted for each company.