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A new report from Mordor Intelligence forecasts the global private credit market will grow from USD 1.96 trillion in 2026 to USD 3.48 trillion by 2031, driven by direct lending and specialty finance. The analysis highlights increasing demand from businesses for flexible financing and growing institutional investor participation. North America leads the market, with Europe and Asia-Pacific also showing strong growth.
Azerbaijan has approved a new law establishing the legal and regulatory framework for equity and debt-based crowdfunding. The legislation sets requirements for platform operators, investor protections, and oversight by the Central Bank. It aims to expand alternative financing for startups and SMEs, and will take effect six months after publication.
UFC fighter Aljamain Sterling is seeking to raise up to $1 million via a US securities crowdfunding campaign on Republic to expand his Funk Harbor Rum brand. The offering includes up to one million shares at $1 each, with a minimum target of $75,000. Funk Harbor Rum is produced in Jamaica and marketed to US consumers, with Sterling leveraging his heritage and reputation to attract investors.
Estateguru has paid over €100 million to investors and intermediated €956 million in real estate loans across Europe. The platform has funded more than 3,100 projects, reporting an average annual return of 9.4% and a 97% repayment or performing rate. Estateguru operates under a pan-European crowdfunding licence and focuses on bridging credit gaps for property developers.
R3 Printing has introduced its first commercial industrial FFF 3D printers, following nearly eight years of development and over $5 million raised through equity crowdfunding campaigns. The company emphasizes American manufacturing, open materials, and customer-focused design. Its new systems target engineering-grade and ultra-high-performance polymers, with applications across aerospace, medical, and other industries.
Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev has signed into law new regulations governing crowdfunding activities. The legislation sets requirements for platform operators, investor protections, campaign limits, and oversight by the Central Bank. The law covers both equity and debt crowdfunding and will take effect six months after publication.
Sherwood 'Woodie' Neiss, co-architect of the US JOBS Act crowdfunding framework, has joined the Steering Committee of the Global Equity Crowdfunding Alliance (GECA). Neiss brings extensive experience in crowdfunding policy, data, and advocacy. His appointment coincides with GECA surpassing 100 member organizations and launching a new global research initiative.
Seventeen African fintech companies have been recognized in CNBC and Statista’s 2026 World’s Top 500 Fintech Companies list. The ranking highlights Africa’s growing presence in payments, alternative financing, insurtech, and wealth technology. Nigerian firms dominate the payments segment, while companies from South Africa, Egypt, and Ghana are also featured. The article includes transaction volumes and funding data for key markets.
Four technology startups—Cognivix, Rentberry, Breath Diagnostics, and IllumiCell AI—are raising capital through Regulation Crowdfunding campaigns on platforms such as Republic and Equifund. The article details each company's fundraising goals, technology focus, and progress, including completed campaigns and ongoing offerings. These campaigns aim to support commercialization, product development, and clinical trials.
A new report forecasts the lending technology (LendTech) market will grow to $62.97 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 23.9%. Growth is driven by embedded lending, AI-powered underwriting, and cloud-native platforms. The report highlights key players, market segmentation, and trends such as automation and digital lending solutions.
The European Crowdfunding Service Providers Regulation (ECSPR) has unified licensing and oversight for P2P lending and crowdfunding platforms across the EU. Since November 2023, only ECSP-licensed platforms can operate, ending fragmented national regimes. The regulation introduces capital requirements, project caps, and standardized disclosures, aiming to enhance investor protection and market comparability.
A new report forecasts the household lending market will grow to $8,913.19 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 9.9%. Growth is attributed to AI-driven underwriting, digital mortgage platforms, and increased financial inclusion. The report highlights leading companies such as LendingClub, Prosper Marketplace, and Peerform, and details market segmentation by loan type and provider.
