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Beifa's AI Smart Glasses GE01-3 are launching a crowdfunding campaign on Makuake, offering up to 38% off the planned retail price during pre-sale. The device features real-time and offline translation, voice assistant functions, and hands-free calling. General sales are scheduled for January 2027, with the campaign targeting the Japanese market.
Photon Matrix Lab has started mass production of its laser-based mosquito killer, following a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo. The device uses AI and laser technology to detect and eliminate mosquitoes and will ship to buyers this month. The company has also launched an online store for direct sales. Market data highlights rapid growth in China's mosquito-control industry.
Lithuania's real estate crowdfunding market is nearing €400 million in volume, but investors face rising risks due to higher loan-to-value ratios, increased secondary mortgages, and deferred payment structures. Röntgen's head highlights the importance of platform transparency and risk management. Investors are advised to assess developer equity and mortgage position before investing.
Bepi Dispenser raised over €460,000 through an equity crowdfunding campaign on Mamacrowd, exceeding its €400,000 goal. The funds will support the launch of Italy's first automated bedside medication dispenser for hospitals, with market entry planned for autumn. The device will undergo testing before series production, and the company aims to expand device placement in hospitals through 2027.
Happy Pot, a Swiss crowdfunding platform, has been selected as one of the top 10 Swiss fintech startups for Venture Leaders Fintech 2026. The platform, founded by Habiba Alami, focuses on simplifying group money collection for gifts and community causes. Happy Pot has achieved profitability without external funding and is expanding its services, including gift vouchers and international market validation.
MANTRA Chain, a Layer 1 blockchain focused on real-world asset tokenization, has suspended all network activity and frozen transactions following the discovery of a security vulnerability. The team identified an exploit in an upstream software dependency and is preparing a patched release. All deposits, withdrawals, and validator operations remain paused until the issue is resolved.
Baron Hasselhoff's, a Wellington-based chocolatier, is seeking up to $600,000 through crowdfunding to move to a larger production space. The business has doubled its revenue every two years but has reached capacity at its current location. The funds will support relocation to a former nightclub building on Blair Street.
Crowdfunding platforms in Oman raised OMR19 million in 2025, up from OMR5.9 million in 2024, funding 243 projects. The sector has grown rapidly since 2022, with seven platforms active in 2025 and regulatory oversight from the FSA and Central Bank. Alternative lending is helping bridge the SME funding gap, with both conventional and Sharia-compliant options expanding.
Vietnam's Personal Data Protection Law and related decrees, effective since January 2026, are significantly altering how digital lenders and P2P platforms assess borrowers. The new regulations require stricter data handling and compliance, impacting credit scoring and access for thin-file borrowers. Market reports highlight the evolving regulatory landscape and its influence on lending practices and platform operations.
Kunal K Kapoor, co-founder of Ketto, notes a significant increase in younger Indians participating in crowdfunding and digital giving. He describes how technology has made fundraising more accessible and transparent, especially during emergencies. Kapoor emphasizes the importance of authenticity and the role of Gen Z in shaping the future of online donations.
A new crowdfunding campaign has been launched on Steunactie.be to support the introduction of hydrogen internal combustion engine technology in Nepal. The project aims to raise €15,000, representing 40% of its total budget, to implement minor engine modifications for hydrogen use. The initiative is a collaboration with a UK university and seeks to leverage Nepal's hydroelectric potential for green hydrogen production.
microLEAP, a Malaysian P2P financing platform, has signed an MOU with Provident Banc Berhad to collaborate on initiatives supporting responsible financing and financial inclusion for SMEs. The partnership will focus on financial education, knowledge-sharing, and improving access to alternative financing, including both Shariah-compliant and conventional P2P structures. The agreement aims to address funding challenges faced by Malaysian SMEs.
