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Market Data Platform Update SME Debt Saudi Arabia

Sukuk Capital Reaches SR11.6 Billion in Crowdfunding, 20% Allocated to Industrial Firms

Sukuk Capital, a Saudi crowdfunding platform, has facilitated SR11.6 billion in investments over five years, with 20% of its financing directed to industrial companies. The platform serves around 800,000 investors and over 600 beneficiary companies, holding a 60% market share in Saudi Arabia's crowdfunding sector. Regulatory oversight is provided by SAMA and the Capital Market Authority.

Platform Update SME Debt India

GetVantage Secures $6.6 Million in Series A1 Funding to Expand MSME Financing

GetVantage, a Mumbai-based alternative lending platform, has raised $6.6 million in a Series A1 round, bringing its total funding to over $47 million. The company provides equity-free, cash flow-based financing to Indian MSMEs and has supported more than 2,000 businesses. The new capital will be used to enhance its technology platform and expand credit access for small businesses across India.

Platform Update Campaign News Startups Equity USA

Riemann Computing Showcases LonScript and Highlights Equity Crowdfunding on Wefunder

Riemann Computing has launched LonScript, a new programming language designed for high-speed scientific computing. The company claims LonScript is over 1,400 times faster than Python for complex calculations. Riemann Computing is currently raising funds through an equity crowdfunding campaign on Wefunder to support further development.

Platform Update Tools & Tech Art Tokenized USA

Untold Launches as FINRA-Licensed Platform for Entertainment Tokenization

Untold, founded by producer Ali Aksu, has become the first FINRA-registered funding portal focused on tokenizing entertainment intellectual property. The platform enables retail investors to participate in film and entertainment projects through compliant, tokenized securities. Untold combines regulatory infrastructure with production expertise, offering both equity and debt structures for creative projects. Its model aims to democratize access t…

Platform Update Trends Sustainability Equity United Kingdom

Triodos Bank UK and Ethex Merge Crowdfunding Operations to Boost Sustainable Finance

Triodos Bank UK and Ethex are consolidating their crowdfunding activities onto the Ethex platform, creating a unified hub for sustainable and ethical investment. The partnership aims to streamline investor experience, increase capital flow to green and social projects, and leverage a combined £330 million raised for over 300 initiatives. The move includes technical integration with ShareIn and continued deal origination by Triodos.

Platform Update Trends SME Debt Africa

Pawn NG Plans West Africa Expansion to Broaden Asset-Backed Lending Access

Pawn NG, a platform offering loans secured by luxury assets, has announced plans to expand across West Africa. CEO Eziefula Ezichi highlighted the role of alternative financing in addressing Africa's credit gap, especially as traditional banks tighten lending. The company enables clients to access liquidity using high-value possessions as collateral, aiming to improve financial inclusion.

Platform Update Social cause Donation India

Ketto Collaborates with Smaaash to Host Inclusive Event for Children with Disabilities

Ketto, a crowdfunding platform specializing in healthcare and social causes, partnered with Smaaash to organize a day of inclusive entertainment for children and young adults with disabilities from Sahyog, an initiative of Chehak Trust. The event provided participants with access to games and activities in a supportive environment. Ketto continues to support social causes through its crowdfunding and sustained giving models.

Platform Update Startups Ukraine

Ukrainian Team Launches The Deya Platform Integrating Crowdfunding and AI Tools

The Deya platform, developed by a Ukrainian team, has launched as a multifunctional service combining blogging, social networking, crowdfunding, and AI-driven tools. The platform aims to provide a unified space for creators, entrepreneurs, and communities to present projects, raise funds, and engage audiences. AI features assist users in campaign analysis and audience targeting. The service is currently available in web version.

Platform Update Startups Equity Spain Europe

Goparity Integrates Bolsa Social, Mobilising Over €300,000 in First Three Months

Goparity has advanced the integration of Bolsa Social, achieving more than €300,000 mobilised and completing three equity crowdfunding campaigns within its first three months of joint operations. This development marks a significant step in the platform's expansion and operational synergy. The integration aims to strengthen their position in the crowdfunding market.

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