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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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…
StartEngine has submitted a filing for a new Regulation A offering. This move signals the platform's continued activity in the equity crowdfunding space. Regulation A offerings allow companies to raise capital from both accredited and non-accredited investors under specific regulatory guidelines.
Archax's $GOVY token, representing a real-world asset, has become available for trading on the tZERO platform. This listing expands access to tokenized securities and demonstrates ongoing integration between tokenization platforms and secondary trading venues. The move may enhance liquidity and investor reach for real-asset tokens.
Lendbox and its parent Transactree Technologies are under scrutiny for their P2P lending and fractional real estate products amid tightened RBI regulations. The platforms have faced investor complaints, regulatory penalties, and questions about risk disclosure and AUM claims. Recent financials show declining revenues and profits, while concerns persist over marketing practices and compliance with RBI guidelines.
BackerKit and DriveThruRPG have introduced a new integration enabling instant digital reward delivery for crowdfunding campaigns. The update streamlines fulfillment for publishers and provides backers with immediate access to digital rewards through DriveThruRPG. This feature aims to simplify campaign management and enhance the experience for both creators and supporters.
