Platform Update
Regulation
Startups
Equity
USA
NetCapital Faces SEC Fraud Charges as CfPA Issues Statement on Industry Standards
The Crowdfunding Professionals Association (CfPA) has responded to SEC fraud allegations against NetCapital, a publicly traded crowdfunding platform. The SEC claims NetCapital improperly recorded $14 million in revenue through fraudulent consulting agreements. CfPA emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in regulated investment crowdfunding. NetCapital is also struggling to maintain its Nasdaq listing.
Regulation
Platform Update
Startups
Azerbaijan Passes Legal Framework for Investment and Plans Crowdfunding Regulations
Azerbaijan's parliament has approved a new legal framework for investment instruments, with the central bank set to finalize regulations for equity and debt-based crowdfunding within six months. The move is part of the country's broader strategy to diversify its economy beyond oil and foster a tech startup ecosystem. Officials hope these measures will attract both local and international investors.
Platform Update
Health & Science
Donation
India
ImpactGuru Enhances Medical Crowdfunding Platform to Support Indian Families
ImpactGuru, an India-based crowdfunding platform, has expanded its services to make medical fundraising more accessible for families facing critical health expenses. The platform enables users to create campaigns, share their stories, and connect with donors. ImpactGuru reports assisting over 50,000 patients and offers digital tools to simplify campaign management. Its services also extend to nonprofit, education, and social causes.
Tools & Tech
Platform Update
Startups
Tokenized
USA
Bitwise and Superstate Partner to Explore Tokenized Shares for Solana Staking ETF
Bitwise Asset Management is collaborating with Superstate to investigate offering tokenized shares of its Solana Staking ETF. The initiative would allow investors to choose between traditional and blockchain-based ownership records, pending regulatory approval. The move reflects growing industry interest in real-asset tokenization within regulated fund structures.
Platform Update
Regulation
Startups
Equity
USA
CfPA Introduces Best Practice for Crowdfunding Platforms on SEC Reporting Obligations
The Crowdfunding Professional Association (CfPA) has released a standardized best practice for Reg CF intermediaries to help companies stay compliant with SEC annual reporting requirements. The initiative includes a template for issuer acknowledgment of ongoing obligations, aiming to reduce noncompliance and boost investor confidence. Several platforms have already adopted the new standard.
Platform Update
SME
P2P lending
Indonesia
MEKAR Receives Infobank Financial Technology Award 2026 for Excellence in P2P Lending
PT Mekar Investama Teknologi (MEKAR), a P2P lending platform, has been awarded the Infobank Financial Technology Award 2026 for excellent performance in the asset class under IDR 100 billion. MEKAR supports productive financing for MSMEs in Indonesia, with over 133,000 SMEs financed and a strong focus on women borrowers. The award was presented at the Leadership Mastery Forum 2026 in Jakarta.
Platform Update
Startups
Equity
Europe
Republic Europe MD Appointed to Global Equity Crowdfunding Alliance Steering Committee
Kieron O'Brien, Managing Director of Republic Europe, has joined the Steering Committee of the Global Equity Crowdfunding Alliance. His appointment aims to advance global standards and regulatory harmonization for equity crowdfunding. O'Brien will contribute expertise on cross-border investment and digital securities. The move reinforces Republic Europe's leadership in the alternative investment sector.
Platform Update
Tokenized
USA
Securitize Reports First Earnings After NYSE Listing, Highlights Tokenized AUM Growth
Securitize has released its first earnings report following its public listing on the NYSE via a SPAC deal. The company reported $14.4 million in quarterly revenue, a 5% decrease year-over-year, and a net loss of $21.7 million. Despite a drop in fund services assets under administration, average tokenized assets under management rose 16% to $4.3 billion. Securitize remains focused on growth and profitability.
Platform Update
SME
Debt
USA
Henrico EDA Partners With Kiva to Support Small Business Crowdfunding Loans
The Henrico Economic Development Authority has become an official Trustee of the Kiva crowdfunding platform, partnering with the Metropolitan Business League to help local entrepreneurs access fee-free loans. As a Trustee, the EDA will endorse and assist qualifying Henrico businesses in preparing Kiva campaigns. Endorsed businesses may receive additional funding and priority consideration during the application process.
Platform Update
United Kingdom
Crowdfunder.co.uk Introduces New Dashboard Designed for Project Owners
Crowdfunder.co.uk has launched a new dashboard aimed at improving the experience for project owners. The update focuses on usability and enhanced features to help users manage their crowdfunding campaigns more effectively. This change is part of the platform's ongoing efforts to support fundraisers and streamline project management.
Market Data
Trends
Platform Update
Real estate
Tokenized
Platforms Expand Tokenization of Gold, Copper, and Uranium for Retail and Institutional Investors
Mining and technology companies are increasingly using blockchain platforms to tokenize metals such as gold, copper, and uranium. Platforms like Metals.io have issued tokens linked to physical and future metal production, enabling new financing models and broader investor access. Despite growing interest, tokenized metals remain a small fraction of the overall commodities market, with challenges including market fragmentation and asset verificati…
Platform Update
Regulation
Startups
Equity
USA
Netcapital Faces SEC Fraud Charges Over Consulting Revenue and Sham Deals
The SEC has charged Netcapital, a securities crowdfunding platform, with fraud related to improperly recorded consulting revenue and alleged sham deals involving advisory board member John Fanning. The charges claim that fraudulent agreements inflated Netcapital's revenue as it sought new investment. The company's CFO and Fanning are named as defendants, and the case centers on activities tied to Netcapital Funding Portal and Netcapital Advisors.
