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Carsoon, a digital used car valuation company, has partnered with Leasys to streamline long-term vehicle hire. The article notes Carsoon's 2023 equity crowdfunding campaign on Mamacrowd, where it raised over €250,000 from around 30 investors. This funding supported Carsoon's growth, leading to a turnover of €17.5 million in 2024 and enabling strategic partnerships.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Siphon Games, creators of Project GT, have revealed that a Kickstarter campaign claiming to fund their game was a scam run by an external group. The fraudulent campaign used stolen materials and raised thousands of dollars before being reported. Kickstarter has since disabled payments, and Siphon Games is pursuing legal action and urging affected backers to seek refunds.
