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The Keychron Orca Echo campaign, launched in collaboration with Gizmart, has exceeded ¥500 million in gross merchandise value through crowdfunding. This milestone marks the first time a Gizmart campaign has reached this level of funding. The achievement highlights strong market interest and successful campaign execution.
The crowdfunding campaign for The Guild: Renfaire'd feature film surpassed $2.5 million in pledges within its first day, far exceeding its $1.5 million goal. The campaign offers various reward tiers, including premium experiences with the cast. The film will reunite the original cast to celebrate the web series' 20th anniversary. No stretch goals have been announced yet.
BOXABL, a company that previously raised growth capital through investment crowdfunding, has started trading on the Nasdaq stock exchange. This milestone highlights the potential for crowdfunded companies to reach public markets. Details on the crowdfunding platform used and the scale of the raise are not provided in the excerpt.
The Kyiv Independent has raised $15,900 through a crowdfunding campaign, surpassing its original goal by 1.5 times. The funds will be used to purchase a network-attached storage system for archiving 55 TB of wartime footage. The upgrade will improve data security and accessibility for the team. Procurement is expected to take about a month.
O3 Partners N.V. has announced the successful completion of its crowdfunding offering. Following the campaign, the company's board has resolved to proceed with a capital increase. The announcement was published on the Budapest Stock Exchange, marking a significant milestone for the company.
Quincey Jones Preserves secured nearly $260,000 from 179 investors in a pre-Series A round on Birchal. The funds will support production upgrades, packaging, and expansion into new markets. The brand aims to grow its retail presence and invest in sustainability initiatives. Revenue and profit margins have increased year-on-year.
Pongbot's new Aura AI coach robot raised almost $4 million through a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter, surpassing $1 million within the first five hours. The device supports multiple sports, including tennis, padel, and pickleball, and features real-time AI coaching. The campaign reflects strong market demand for versatile, tech-enabled sports training solutions.
wecity has successfully funded €1.95 million for the Sines Mar Salgado residential project in Sines, Portugal, via its real estate crowdfunding platform. The loan is secured by a first-ranking mortgage with an 11.5% annual interest rate and a 12-month term. The project involves developing 168 residential units and is led by Soccal e Vaz Invest, Lda. The asset's current valuation is €5.5 million.
Hatzola Northwest has purchased a new site in north-west London after an arson attack destroyed its ambulances. The acquisition was made possible by a crowdfunding campaign that raised £3.2 million within two days. The funds will support the purchase and future construction of new premises. The site will be temporarily leased to Kosher Kingdom, and the government has provided additional support for new ambulances.
Birmingham Brewery Company has closed its crowdfunding campaign on Republic Europe, raising £309,353 from 197 investors and exceeding its £300,005 target. The funds will support growth in production, product development, and market expansion. The brewery, known for gluten-free and alcohol-free beers, reported strong revenue and sales growth in FY25.
Australian skincare brand Frasé Skin raised $1.2 million from 535 investors through an equity crowdfunding campaign on OnMarket. The funds will be used to expand operations in the US and invest in marketing, inventory, and team growth. Around 30% of investors were existing customers, and the brand has seen strong sales growth since its 2023 launch.
English rosé producer Folc has raised over £1m from 246 investors in a crowdfunding campaign on Republic Europe, exceeding its initial £650,000 target. The company, founded in 2020, has experienced strong sales and rapid revenue growth, with shares offered at £18.95 each for 19.2% equity. The campaign is set to close soon as Folc continues to expand its market presence.
