Campaign News
Real estate
Donation
New Zealand
Crowdfunding Campaign Raises Over $340,000 to Buy Awaroa Beach for Public Use
A crowdfunding campaign on Givealittle aims to purchase a $2 million block of land at Awaroa in Abel Tasman National Park, with over 5,000 backers pledging more than $340,000 so far. Spark has contributed $20,000 and encouraged other businesses to join. The campaign seeks to keep the beach accessible to the public, with funds only collected if the target is met.
Campaign News
Sustainability
United Kingdom
Europe
Ponda’s Crowdfunding Campaign Supports Scale-Up of Regenerative Biomaterials
Ponda, a biomaterials startup, is using crowdfunding to accelerate its transition from pilot to commercial scale. CEO Julian Ellis-Brown discusses the company's mission to restore wetlands through plant-based insulation and highlights collaborations with major fashion brands. The campaign aims to expand Ponda's regenerative supply chain and promote sustainable materials in the fashion industry.
Campaign News
Modos Launches Crowdfunding Campaign for High-Resolution Color E-Paper Monitor
Modos has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Crowd Supply for its new Flow 13.3-inch color e-paper monitor. The campaign follows the success of their previous Paper Monitor Dev Kit, which exceeded its funding goal. The Flow features a higher native resolution, touch input, and a new open-source display controller. The founders share insights on engineering challenges and the importance of community support in crowdfunding.
Platform Update
Campaign News
Health & Science
Equity
USA
Rejuvenate Bio Raises Over $1.1M via Wefunder; Republic Mirror Tokens Enable Pre-IPO Access
Rejuvenate Bio has raised more than $1.1 million on Wefunder for its gene therapy initiatives, surpassing its $500,000 goal. The campaign highlights the company's focus on animal health as a path to human therapies, with support from major partners. The article also examines Republic's mirror tokens, which have enabled retail investors to access pre-IPO shares in companies like SpaceX.
Platform Update
Startups
Equity
Italy
Europe
Smart4Tech and WeAreStarting Merge into Listed Crowdfunding Platform CrowdFundMe
Smart4Tech and WeAreStarting have merged into CrowdFundMe, effective 16 June 2026, consolidating their operations under a single listed crowdinvesting platform. The merger involves the cancellation of existing securities and the issuance of up to 4,000,753 new CrowdFundMe shares. This move aims to enhance scale, liquidity, and platform capabilities in Italy’s alternative finance market.
Platform Update
Tools & Tech
SME
P2P lending
United Kingdom
Funding Circle Reaches £2.5bn in Securitised SME Loans with Tenth Public Issuance
Funding Circle has completed its tenth public securitisation of investor loans, bringing total securitised issuance to approximately £2.5 billion since 2016. The SBOLT 2026-1 transaction includes participation from the British Business Bank for the first time. This milestone highlights Funding Circle's role in supporting over 33,000 UK SMEs and expanding institutional access to SME lending.
Campaign News
Australia
One Nation Raises Over 4.3 Million AUD Through Crowdfunding Amid Outsourcing Controversy
One Nation reportedly raised more than 4.3 million AUD in a crowdfunding campaign while facing criticism for outsourcing digital campaign work to the Philippines. The article highlights the contradiction between the party's anti-multicultural rhetoric and its reliance on overseas labour. It also discusses the underpayment of Filipino virtual assistants and broader issues of labour exploitation.
Regulation
Azerbaijan Proposes Comprehensive Regulatory Framework for Crowdfunding Platforms
Azerbaijan's parliament is considering a draft law to regulate crowdfunding platform operators, requiring them to register with the Central Bank and meet strict eligibility and capital requirements. The legislation prohibits ownership by entities linked to financial crimes or offshore zones and mandates clear naming conventions. The initiative aims to align with international standards and enhance investor protection.
Market Data
USA
KoreWire and CfPA Partner to Offer Press Release Distribution for Crowdfunding Professionals
KoreInside's KoreWire and the Crowdfunding Professionals Association have formed a partnership to provide CfPA members with complimentary press release distribution services for one year. The collaboration aims to enhance visibility and communication within the crowdfunding sector. CfPA members will receive up to ten free press releases, while KoreInside gains corporate memberships in CfPA.
Campaign News
Donation
Italy
Crowdfunding Campaign Launched to Save Bologna’s Garisenda Tower from Collapse
Bologna has initiated a crowdfunding campaign to help finance a €4.3 million protective barrier for the historic Garisenda Tower, which faces a risk of collapse due to structural deterioration. The campaign seeks support from both locals and international admirers to preserve this medieval landmark. Restoration efforts are expected to restrict access to the site for several years.