Regulation
SME
Malaysia
Malaysia Launches Enhanced Co-Investment Scheme Leveraging Crowdfunding and P2P Platforms
Malaysia's Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry and the Securities Commission have introduced a new Smart Manufacturing scheme under the NIMP CoSIF, increasing government co-investment ratios for SMEs and mid-tier companies. The scheme leverages equity crowdfunding and P2P lending platforms to facilitate capital access. Enhanced ratios will be available until 2030, aiming to accelerate digitalisation and growth.
Success Story
Keychron Orca Echo Crowdfunding Campaign Surpasses ¥500M in GMV
The Keychron Orca Echo campaign, launched in collaboration with Gizmart, has exceeded ¥500 million in gross merchandise value through crowdfunding. This milestone marks the first time a Gizmart campaign has reached this level of funding. The achievement highlights strong market interest and successful campaign execution.
Campaign News
Reward
Ruhrbot Labs to Launch Kickstarter for 2K-Buddy Polymer Mixing Tool
Ruhrbot Labs is preparing a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter for its 2K-Buddy, a desktop tool designed to automate and improve two-part polymer mixing and dispensing. The device targets makers and small production environments, offering precise mixing ratios and quick setup. Early bird pricing starts at €299, with shipping expected in June 2027. The campaign's use of AI-generated imagery is noted.
Success Story
Reward
USA
The Guild: Renfaire’d Film Raises $2.5 Million on Kickstarter in Under 24 Hours
The crowdfunding campaign for The Guild: Renfaire'd feature film surpassed $2.5 million in pledges within its first day, far exceeding its $1.5 million goal. The campaign offers various reward tiers, including premium experiences with the cast. The film will reunite the original cast to celebrate the web series' 20th anniversary. No stretch goals have been announced yet.
Trends
Market Data
Art
Art Crowdfunding Market Projected to Grow at 13.7% CAGR, Reaching $4 Billion by 2030
A new report forecasts the global art crowdfunding market will reach $4 billion by 2030, with a 13.7% compound annual growth rate. Growth drivers include NFT integration, virtual exhibitions, cross-border funding, and AI-powered audience targeting. The report highlights leading platforms and details market segmentation by model, art type, and application.
Platform Update
Social cause
Donation
South Africa
BackaBuddy Launches Donors For Life to Enable Recurring Crowdfunding in South Africa
BackaBuddy and Paysoft Impact have introduced Donors For Life, a monthly giving initiative aimed at providing sustained support for causes in South Africa. The program shifts crowdfunding from one-off donations to structured, recurring contributions, addressing the challenge of ongoing need beyond initial campaign attention. This model aims to offer non-profits more predictable and stable funding.
Market Data
Trends
SME
P2P lending
Europe
Study Finds International Convergence in Business Models of Leading Online Lending Platforms
A peer-reviewed study examines how top online lending marketplaces in the UK, USA, and Germany have converged toward similar business model components since 2005. The research highlights a shift toward peer-to-institution models, driven by regulatory, technological, and investor pressures. The findings offer a process-oriented model for understanding platform standardization and provide insights for stakeholders in regulated financial markets.
Platform Update
8percent Acquires Apanda to Integrate P2P Lending and Security Token Offerings
8percent has acquired Apanda, aiming to combine its P2P lending services with Apanda's security token offering (STO) capabilities. This move is expected to create a unified platform that leverages both traditional P2P lending and blockchain-based asset tokenization. The acquisition marks a significant development in the fintech sector.
Platform Update
P2P lending
Omnilender Launches Crypto-Backed Lending Platform for Digital Asset Holders
Omnilender has introduced a lending platform that enables users to access liquidity by using cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin as collateral, without selling their holdings. The platform aims to provide transparent terms, educational resources, and a user-friendly experience for both individuals and businesses. This launch reflects the growing trend of integrating digital assets into mainstream financial services and addresses the needs of investo…
Market Data
Trends
Startups
Equity
USA
US Equity Crowdfunding Market Surged 58% in 2025, Led by Reg A+ Raises
Investment crowdfunding in the US reached $924.8 million in 2025, a 58% increase from the previous year, with Reg A+ accounting for most of the growth. Platforms like Wefunder, StartEngine, DealMaker, and Republic led the market. The article details average raise sizes, investor participation, and the evolving regulatory landscape impacting both investors and businesses.
Regulation
Tokenized
Brazil
Latin America
Brazilian Securities Regulator Launches Task Force for Tokenization Regulatory Framework
Brazil's securities regulator, CVM, has established a 14-member working group to draft an experimental regulatory framework for tokenized securities, with a 60-day deadline for the initial proposal. The initiative covers registration, custody, trading, settlement, and cybersecurity for on-chain securities. The move aims to integrate tokenized assets into Brazil's capital markets and signals growing regulatory attention to tokenization.
Success Story
Startups
Equity
USA
BOXABL, Crowdfunding-Funded Startup, Begins Trading on Nasdaq
BOXABL, a company that previously raised growth capital through investment crowdfunding, has started trading on the Nasdaq stock exchange. This milestone highlights the potential for crowdfunded companies to reach public markets. Details on the crowdfunding platform used and the scale of the raise are not provided in the excerpt.
