Platform Update
Trends
Real estate
Debt
Spain
wecity Facilitates €23.3M in Alternative Financing for 1,284 Affordable Homes in Madrid
wecity has enabled the construction of 1,284 affordable housing units in Madrid by mobilizing over €23.3 million through alternative financing over five years. The platform's efforts address the liquidity gap in early development phases, primarily funding land acquisition and initial construction. This participatory financing model supports both developers and investors, contributing significantly to the region's social housing supply.
Platform Update
USA
Memphis Startup Launches Mo App to Promote ‘Crowd-Saving’ for Life Milestones
A Memphis fintech startup has introduced Mo, an app designed to shift crowdfunding toward proactive 'crowd-saving' for goals like home down payments or car purchases. Founded by James 'J.T.' Shaheen, the platform enables users to contribute funds toward significant life events. The app differentiates itself from traditional crowdfunding by focusing on planned savings rather than emergency needs.
Platform Update
Social cause
Donation
GoFundMe Introduces Verified Hub for Venezuela Earthquake Relief Fundraisers
GoFundMe has launched a verified, centralized hub to support relief efforts following the recent earthquakes in Venezuela. The new portal aggregates legitimate fundraisers and non-profit campaigns, ensuring donor safety through enhanced verification and compliance measures. Only users in supported jurisdictions can start fundraisers, and all donations are securely processed and released after beneficiary verification.
Platform Update
Regulation
Trends
SME
Equity
UNDP Supports Crowdfunding Regulation Development for MSMEs in North Macedonia
The UN Development Programme is assisting North Macedonia in creating a regulatory framework for crowdfunding to improve MSMEs' access to finance. The initiative aims to establish clear rules and investor protections, enabling entrepreneurs to connect with a broader pool of investors. This regulatory approach is highlighted as a key example of supporting small business growth and sustainable development.
Platform Update
Regulation
SME
Fiji Budget Grants Tax Holidays and Exemptions for Crowdfunding and P2P Lending Platforms
Fiji's 2026-27 budget introduces a five-year tax holiday for qualifying peer-to-peer lending and equity crowdfunding platforms. Income up to $200,000 from licensed P2P lending platforms will be tax-exempt, and capital gains tax exemptions apply to eligible equity crowdfunding investments. These measures aim to support alternative finance providers and encourage investment.
Platform Update
Social cause
Donation
United Kingdom
WGC Foundation Launches Donor-First Charity Platform Leveraging Crowdfunding Model
WGC Foundation has introduced a new digital platform for charitable giving, applying SaaS principles to enhance donor engagement and transparency. The platform currently processes donations via a crowdfunding model and aims to transition to recurring support. Features include mapped supporter journeys, AI-driven campaigns, and continuous user experience testing.
Success Story
Platform Update
Sustainability
Reward
USA
BLUETTI FridgePower Raises $2.2M in Crowdfunding, Launches Retail Sales
BLUETTI's FridgePower secured over $2.2 million from more than 1,800 backers during its crowdfunding campaign. The slim backup power solution for refrigerators is now available at retail, coinciding with Prime Day promotions. The product offers up to 21 hours of runtime and expandable capacity, targeting consumers seeking reliable outage protection.
Platform Update
Startups
Equity
United Kingdom
Crowdcube Highlights Nominee Structure with £1.3 Billion Raised for 979 Companies
Crowdcube has announced that its nominee structure has facilitated £1.3 billion in funding across 979 companies. The platform emphasizes the benefits of this structure for investors and fundraisers. These figures reflect Crowdcube's scale and impact in the equity crowdfunding sector.
Platform Update
Regulation
Social cause
Donation
USA
GoFundMe Responds to New Hawaiʻi Crowdfunding Law Affecting Nonprofits
A new Hawaiʻi law, Act 205, will require nonprofits to provide written consent to remain active on crowdfunding platforms like GoFundMe starting July 1. GoFundMe has begun outreach to affected organizations, warning that failure to comply could disrupt donations. The law also mandates verification of nonprofit status and impacts payout processes. GoFundMe is coordinating with state authorities to ensure compliance.
Platform Update
Startups
Equity
USA
The Super Crowd Launches SuperCrowd.tv Streaming Channel for Impact Crowdfunding Content
The Super Crowd, Inc. has launched SuperCrowd.tv, a connected-TV streaming channel now available on Roku and Amazon Fire TV. The channel features educational and inspirational content focused on regulated investment crowdfunding, including webinars and live pitch events. This move aims to increase mainstream visibility for impact crowdfunding and support social entrepreneurs, investors, and community builders. The platform is supported by several…
