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Invesdor has listed a new investment offering that provides investors with exposure to shares of Stripe. This move allows individuals to participate indirectly in the growth of the fintech company. The offering is part of Invesdor's ongoing efforts to expand its investment opportunities.
Vartis Platforms, parent of P2P lending startup LenDenClub, posted a 183% increase in profit to ₹96.2 Cr for FY26, with revenue rising 43% year-on-year. The company processed nearly ₹5,000 Cr in transactions and expects revenue to reach ₹550 Cr in FY27. LenDenClub also announced plans to enter the merchant lending sector following two consecutive profitable years.
A new market study projects the crypto lending platform sector will reach $25.06 billion by 2030, growing at an 18.5% CAGR. The report highlights key drivers such as institutional adoption, regulatory compliance, and technological innovation. Major players include Binance, Coinbase, and BlockFi. The analysis covers both centralized and decentralized lending models and identifies emerging trends and strategic partnerships.
A new market research report forecasts the debt-based peer-to-peer crowdfunding market will grow to $11.83 billion by 2030, reflecting a 16.8% CAGR. The report highlights key growth drivers such as regulatory improvements, technological advancements, and increased adoption of digital lending platforms. Leading companies and emerging innovations, including daily-earning loan products, are also discussed.
A new report forecasts the alternative finance market will grow to $780.54 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 19.7%. The analysis covers key segments such as P2P lending and crowdfunding, highlights leading platforms like Funding Circle, Crowdcube, and Seedrs, and discusses emerging trends including blockchain-enabled financing and private credit funds. The report also details market segmentation and innovation drivers.
Nonprofit organizations are using the WHEN Justice crowdfunding platform to raise $200,000 for expert witnesses in their legal challenge against a planned gas-fired data center in Indiana County, Pennsylvania. The campaign aims to fund studies on air quality, public health, and climate impacts. Organizers hope to reach their fundraising goal by early September.
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.
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.
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.
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.
