Tools & Tech
Platform Update
Real estate
Tokenized
Eight Percent Acquires Aipanda to Expand P2P Lending and Asset Tokenization Offerings
Eight Percent has acquired Aipanda Partners, an STO platform, to strengthen its position in the P2P lending and real-asset tokenization market. The move aims to enable the tokenization of loan assets and connect domestic alternative investments with global investors. Eight Percent plans to structure real estate-backed and corporate loans as digital investment products and is piloting blockchain-based cross-border investment solutions.
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.
Platform Update
Tools & Tech
Startups
Equity
GECA Forms AI Governance Task Force to Guide Responsible AI Use in Crowdfunding
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.
Tools & Tech
Platform Update
Art
Reward
USA
BackerKit and DriveThruRPG Launch Integration for Instant Digital Reward Fulfillment
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.
Platform Update
Tools & Tech
SME
P2P lending
United Kingdom
Funding Circle Reaches £2.5bn in Securitised SME Loans with Tenth Public Issuance
Funding Circle has completed its tenth public securitisation of investor loans, bringing total securitised issuance to approximately £2.5 billion since 2016. The SBOLT 2026-1 transaction includes participation from the British Business Bank for the first time. This milestone highlights Funding Circle's role in supporting over 33,000 UK SMEs and expanding institutional access to SME lending.
