Market Data
Regulation
Trends
Europe
EUROCROWD Report Assesses ECSPR’s Impact on European Crowdfunding Market After Three Years
EUROCROWD has released a research paper analyzing the effects of the European Crowdfunding Service Providers Regulation (ECSPR) three years after its implementation. The study finds that market growth is driven more by platform maturity and investor culture than by regulatory flexibility. It highlights areas for improvement in operational resilience and transparency, and suggests future progress will depend on governance and digital infrastructur…
Campaign News
Trends
SME
P2P lending
Fiji Central Bank Partners to Prepare MSMEs for P2P Lending Platform Launch
The Reserve Bank of Fiji and The Forge Pacific have launched a five-month business readiness program for 20 MSMEs. The initiative aims to equip businesses with skills in governance, financial management, and investment readiness, aligning with Fiji's financial inclusion strategy. The program supports MSMEs in accessing new financing options, including the country's forthcoming P2P lending platform.
Trends
Market Data
Real estate
Spain
Europe
wecity and PwC Release Observatory Report on Alternative Real Estate Financing Trends
wecity and PwC have launched their first Observatory report analyzing the shift toward alternative financing and WealthTech in the real estate sector. The study highlights the impact of banking regulations, the rise of crowdfunding platforms, and the role of technology in democratizing investment. Key findings include a €250 million financing milestone and a 0% default rate for wecity.
Campaign News
Trends
SME
P2P lending
Malaysia
SME Corp Approves RM18.5 Million in P2P Financing for Malaysian MSMEs in Early 2026
SME Corp's alternative peer-to-peer (P2P) financing initiative approved RM18.5 million for 39 MSMEs between January and May 2026, offering faster, largely collateral-free access to funds. Approval periods were reduced to seven days or less. The majority of funds supported working capital, asset purchases, and business expansion.
Trends
Market Data
Real estate
Debt
India
India’s Private Credit Market Doubles to $25B Amid Rising Bank Competition
India's private credit market has grown to $25 billion in assets under management, doubling over five years. New Reserve Bank of India regulations now allow banks to finance acquisitions, increasing competition for private lenders. Real estate accounts for 40% of the market, with infrastructure and utilities also significant. Investors are advised to monitor margin pressures and sector risks.
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.
Regulation
Trends
Startups
Equity
Malaysia
Malaysia Proposes LEAP Market Reforms to Ease Public Listings for ECF-Backed Companies
Bursa Malaysia and the Securities Commission have proposed changes to the LEAP Market framework, aiming to provide equity crowdfunding-backed companies with a streamlined path to public listing. The reforms would allow ECF-funded firms to list on the LEAP Market after raising at least RM5 million, including from VC or PE sources. The proposals also include retail investor participation and a simplified transfer process to the ACE Market.
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.
Market Data
Trends
Art
Reward
USA
Kickstarter Comic Book Campaigns Raise $46.5M in 2024, Achieving Record Success Rates
In 2024, comic book projects on Kickstarter raised $46.5 million across 3,414 campaigns, with a 67% success rate—the highest among all categories on the platform. Both independent creators and major publishers like Skybound and Boom! have set new crowdfunding records. The article highlights the evolving landscape, challenges for small creators, and the emergence of new publishers focused on crowdfunding.
Market Data
Trends
Startups
Equity
USA
Analysis Reveals Top-Performing Crowdfunding Platforms by Median and Average Raise Amounts
A recent analysis compares crowdfunding platforms based on median and average amounts raised in Reg CF and Reg A+ offerings from January 2025 to June 2026. The data highlights that specialized platforms like Equifund and Equivest often outperform larger, generalist platforms in certain niches. Larger platforms such as StartEngine and DealMaker succeed through scale, while niche platforms excel by focusing on specific investor interests.
