Platform Update
Regulation
Startups
Equity
Australia
VentureCrowd Enters Administration, Leaving Retail Investors Facing Major Losses
VentureCrowd, a prominent Australian crowdfunding platform, has collapsed into administration, leaving 46 creditors seeking to recover AUD 12.2 million. The platform's insolvency followed a liquidity crisis and a court-ordered share buyback. Retail investors, many of whom invested retirement savings, now face significant losses. The event has prompted scrutiny of regulatory oversight in Australia's alternative investment sector.
Platform Update
Startups
Equity
United Kingdom
Crowdcube Facilitates £45M Moneybox Secondary, Surpasses £100M in Total Secondary Transactions
Crowdcube has managed a £45 million secondary transaction for Moneybox at an £800 million valuation. This deal marks a significant milestone for the platform, which has now exceeded £100 million in total secondary transactions. The event highlights Crowdcube's growing role in facilitating liquidity for private company shareholders.
Platform Update
Reward
Xiaomi Launches Mijia Smart Tea Bar Pro via Youpin Crowdfunding Platform
Xiaomi has introduced the Mijia Smart Tea Bar Pro, a multifunctional tea station, on its Youpin crowdfunding platform. The device features rapid water boiling, a touchscreen, voice assistant integration, and a sterilization compartment. Official sales are set to begin on July 20, with a reported price of around $150. The product targets both home and office users seeking automated tea preparation.
Platform Update
Tools & Tech
Art
Equity
FANDOM Platform Expands Music Royalty Crowdfunding With JIHYO and Shenseea Collaboration
FANDOM, a project by Musicow and Roc Nation Distribution, has released its third single, 'Distant Lover' by JIHYO and Shenseea, allowing fans to purchase royalty shares through a regulated crowdfunding platform. Previous releases have demonstrated strong streaming and social media engagement. The model offers fans a pro rata claim on future royalty income, marking a shift in music investment opportunities.
Market Data
Platform Update
Health & Science
Donation
South Africa
BackaBuddy Surpasses 52,000 Campaigns in First Half of 2026 Amid Surge in Medical Fundraisers
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.
Platform Update
Campaign News
SME
P2P lending
Bankers Co. Faces Investor Losses After Zentoshin Bankruptcy in Japan
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.
Platform Update
Health & Science
Equity
USA
The Super Crowd and Tomorrow BioTech Partner to Expand Impact Crowdfunding for Biotech Startups
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.
Platform Update
Education
Donation
South Africa
Africa
Feenix Crowdfunding Platform Raises R353 Million for South African Students
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.
Trends
Platform Update
Sustainability
Tokenized
HalalFi Launches Sharia-Compliant Blockchain Crowdfunding Platform for Islamic Finance
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.
Platform Update
Health & Science
Donation
Nigeria
Africa
Andrea Aid Launches Healthcare Crowdfunding Platform in Southern Nigeria
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.
