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African startups raised $102 million in July 2026, marking the lowest monthly total since March 2025. Debt financing accounted for 74% of the total, while equity funding fell to $25 million. The shift reflects changing investor preferences amid a more cautious market. Nigeria led in equity funding, and fintech remained the top-funded sector.
Startup funding in Bangladesh fell sharply to $6 million in the first half of 2026, a 95% decline from the previous year. The majority of late-stage funding since 2013 has come from foreign investors, with 100% of capital in early 2026 sourced internationally. New initiatives, including a bank-backed venture capital platform, aim to address the funding gap and reduce reliance on foreign capital.
The value of real-world assets tokenized on the Solana blockchain has reached $3.73 billion, marking a new record for the network. This growth is driven by increased institutional adoption, with assets such as Treasuries, equities, and private credit now represented on-chain. The milestone highlights Solana's infrastructure and the broader trend of integrating traditional finance with blockchain technology.
Indonesia's P2P lending industry reached IDR 105.14 trillion in outstanding financing as of May 2026, marking a 25% year-on-year increase. The sector is credited with boosting MSME sales and profits, helping address the country's Rp1,650 trillion credit gap. AFPI emphasizes the importance of distinguishing licensed platforms from illegal lenders and calls for greater public education.
Triodos Bank and Ethex are collaborating to enhance direct impact investment opportunities in the UK. Ethex has enabled over 29,000 investors to channel £135 million into mission-driven organisations, while Triodos Bank offers a dedicated crowdfunding platform for sustainable projects. Their combined efforts aim to broaden access to impact capital and support a fairer, greener economy.
The article examines the state of crowdfunding in Canada, noting growth among leading platforms and a decline at the grassroots level. It provides an overview of market trends and structural changes affecting the sector. The analysis is based on recent data and historical context.
Triodos Bank UK and Ethex are consolidating their crowdfunding activities onto the Ethex platform, creating a unified hub for sustainable and ethical investment. The partnership aims to streamline investor experience, increase capital flow to green and social projects, and leverage a combined £330 million raised for over 300 initiatives. The move includes technical integration with ShareIn and continued deal origination by Triodos.
Pawn NG, a platform offering loans secured by luxury assets, has announced plans to expand across West Africa. CEO Eziefula Ezichi highlighted the role of alternative financing in addressing Africa's credit gap, especially as traditional banks tighten lending. The company enables clients to access liquidity using high-value possessions as collateral, aiming to improve financial inclusion.
Visa has acquired BioCatch, an anti-fraud technology firm backed by investment platform OurCrowd, for $2.4 billion. OurCrowd enabled accredited investors to invest in BioCatch alongside venture capital firms. BioCatch reported strong financial performance prior to the acquisition, with $185 million in ARR in early 2026. Details on investor returns from the deal have not yet been disclosed.
Anker's EufyMake brand entered the 3D printing market with the E1 printer, raising over $46 million via Kickstarter in 2025. The article also notes Anker's earlier use of crowdfunding for its Zolo Liberty+ headphones. These campaigns highlight Anker's strategy of leveraging crowdfunding to launch new tech products under its subbrands.
The Kingscrowd Podcast examines Rally's move from direct fractional ownership of collectibles to a fund-like structure, highlighting challenges with liquidity and investor expectations. The episode also reviews Oshi's equity crowdfunding campaign on Wefunder, detailing its traction, valuation reset, and market risks. Both stories illustrate evolving trends in private market investment structures.
LIFTWOMEN, a rewards-based crowdfunding platform focused on women entrepreneurs, has launched nearly 400 campaigns and recently closed a US$1.3 million funding round. The platform operates across APAC, supporting women founders through crowdfunding, accelerators, and partnerships. Its efforts aim to address structural barriers in access to capital and opportunity for women-led businesses.
