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BackaBuddy reported over 52,000 crowdfunding campaigns launched in the first six months of 2026, a significant increase from the previous year. Medical and health-related campaigns remain the most common, driven by economic pressures and the platform's shift to a 0% fee model. The platform highlights evolving uses of crowdfunding in South Africa and ongoing demand for urgent financial support.
Osaka-based payments firm Zentoshin collapsed, leaving 63 creditors with claims totaling $709 million. Among them, Bankers Co., a Tokyo-based loan crowdfunding platform, is owed about ¥2.1 billion. The platform managed funds that lent to Zentoshin, and warns that individual investors could face losses if recoveries are insufficient. Regulators are reviewing lender due diligence.
The Super Crowd, an impact crowdfunding platform, and Tomorrow BioTech/BADASS Labs have formed a partnership to support biotech startups with lab access, crowdfunding guidance, and investor connections. The alliance aims to help early-stage science-driven ventures secure funding and operational support. The collaboration leverages The Super Crowd’s expertise in regulated investment crowdfunding and BADASS Labs’ biotech infrastructure.
Feenix, a public benefit crowdfunding platform, has raised over R353 million to support more than 6,000 South African students since 2017. The platform connects students with individuals and corporate sponsors to help fund higher education, especially for those not covered by government aid. Feenix operates independently from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme and targets students with household incomes below R600,000.
HalalFi is introduced as a Sharia-compliant crowdfunding and investment platform leveraging blockchain technology. The platform enables investors to fund vetted halal projects using USDT, with profits tied to project performance and on-chain transparency. HalalFi emphasizes Sharia screening, smart contracts, and real business activity. The article explores how such platforms can bridge Islamic finance and crypto markets.
Andrea Aid, a Port Harcourt-based startup, has launched a medical crowdfunding platform to help Nigerians fund verified healthcare needs. The platform partners with hospitals to onboard and verify patients, ensuring donations go directly to medical providers. Andrea Aid operates a zero-fee model, relying on grants and partnerships for funding, and aims to expand beyond Rivers State.
Securitize, a platform specializing in real-asset tokenization, has started trading on the New York Stock Exchange. Following its public listing, the company's shares experienced a decline. The event marks a significant milestone for the platform and the broader tokenization sector.
Netcapital Inc. has unveiled a new strategy to evolve from a crowdfunding portal into a comprehensive fintech ecosystem, incorporating regulated assets and advanced AI technology. The company emphasizes infrastructure expansion and disciplined operations as key drivers for long-term growth. This transformation aims to enhance value creation for stakeholders.
Dipesh Karki, Nepal-born entrepreneur and LenDenClub Co-founder, announced ongoing discussions with Nepal Rastra Bank to launch a peer-to-peer lending pilot in Nepal. He highlighted India's influence on his entrepreneurial journey and advocated for stronger India-Nepal startup collaboration. The initiative aims to unlock cross-border credit and support Nepali founders.
The Tess Gift AI Voice Mouse, integrating generative AI features, raised over ¥20 million on Japan's Makuake crowdfunding platform. The device offers voice input, translation, ChatGPT Plus, and image generation, with no ongoing fees. TD SYNNEX will begin enterprise sales in July, targeting corporations, educational institutions, and governments. The product aims to simplify AI adoption in daily workflows.
The Global Equity Crowdfunding Alliance has established its first AI Governance Task Force to explore responsible adoption of artificial intelligence in the crowdfunding industry. Chaired by Neera Patel of Dacxi Chain, the group will develop practical guidance and foster collaboration on AI governance. The initiative aims to address operational, compliance, and investor engagement challenges as AI adoption grows.
South Korea's Wadiz and Japan's Makuake have announced a partnership in Beijing aimed at expanding their reach in the Asian crowdfunding market. The collaboration seeks to leverage both platforms' strengths to attract more fundraisers and investors across the region. This move highlights growing cross-border cooperation in the Asian crowdfunding sector.
