Platform Update
SME
P2P lending
LenDenClub Co-founder Reveals Plans for P2P Lending Pilot in Nepal
Dipesh Karki, Nepal-born entrepreneur and LenDenClub Co-founder, announced ongoing discussions with Nepal Rastra Bank to launch a peer-to-peer lending pilot in Nepal. He highlighted India's influence on his entrepreneurial journey and advocated for stronger India-Nepal startup collaboration. The initiative aims to unlock cross-border credit and support Nepali founders.
Market Data
Equity
USA
North America
Reg CF Funding Sees Recovery in June After Weak First Quarter
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.
Campaign News
Art
Donation
United Kingdom
Paradise Garden in Cardiff Launches Crowdfunding Campaign to Secure New Lease
Paradise Garden, a grassroots music venue in Cardiff, has started a crowdfunding campaign to fund a new lease after its current sub-lease ends. The venue, known for hosting over 850 live events and supporting local artists, is seeking community support to continue its operations. The campaign is hosted on Crowdfunder and is accompanied by a fundraising event.
Campaign News
Startups
Equity
USA
Saleen Launches Crowdfunding Campaign for S11 Supercar Development
Saleen has initiated a crowdfunding campaign to support the development of its new S11 supercar. The campaign aims to attract investors and enthusiasts interested in backing the project. Details about the fundraising platform and specific goals were not disclosed in the available text.
Regulation
Azerbaijan Adopts Crowdfunding Law Regulating Equity and Debt Platforms
Azerbaijan's Milli Majlis has passed the draft law 'On Crowdfunding' in its third reading. The legislation establishes legal, organizational, and economic frameworks for equity- and debt-based crowdfunding, including requirements for platform operators and state supervision. The law will take effect six months after publication.
Campaign News
Platform Update
Startups
Reward
Tess Gift AI Voice Mouse Achieves Over ¥20 Million on Makuake Crowdfunding Platform
The Tess Gift AI Voice Mouse, integrating generative AI features, raised over ¥20 million on Japan's Makuake crowdfunding platform. The device offers voice input, translation, ChatGPT Plus, and image generation, with no ongoing fees. TD SYNNEX will begin enterprise sales in July, targeting corporations, educational institutions, and governments. The product aims to simplify AI adoption in daily workflows.
Market Data
Regulation
Trends
Europe
EUROCROWD Report Assesses ECSPR’s Impact on European Crowdfunding Market After Three Years
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…
Campaign News
Real estate
Equity
USA
Groma Real Estate Trust Raises Funds Through Wefunder Crowdfunding Campaign
Groma Real Estate Trust is conducting a fundraising campaign on the Wefunder platform. The campaign leverages crowdfunding to attract investors for real estate projects. Details about the amount raised or campaign progress are not provided in the available text.
Campaign News
Reward
Mantic Games to Launch Ghost in the Shell TTRPG via Crowdfunding
Mantic Games has announced the development of The Ghost in the Shell: Tabletop Roleplaying Game, which will be launched through a crowdfunding campaign. The game is inspired by the manga, films, and upcoming 2026 anime, and is designed by Alessio Cavatore and Zak Barouh. Players will create Section 9 agents and engage in cyberpunk missions with narrative-driven mechanics.
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Trends
SME
P2P lending
Fiji Central Bank Partners to Prepare MSMEs for P2P Lending Platform Launch
The Reserve Bank of Fiji and The Forge Pacific have launched a five-month business readiness program for 20 MSMEs. The initiative aims to equip businesses with skills in governance, financial management, and investment readiness, aligning with Fiji's financial inclusion strategy. The program supports MSMEs in accessing new financing options, including the country's forthcoming P2P lending platform.