General News

July 11, 2016 @ 9:12 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Following the success of the third Expo for Property, Investing & Crowdfunding (EPIC) event in Singapore, crowdfunding platform CoAssets announced plans to host a stage inaugural EPIC event in Fuzhou, China. EPIC is described as a 1-day event that informs SMEs and startups on financing option and… Read More

July 9, 2016 @ 2:54 pm By JD Alois  |  

In 2014 the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) enacted new rules for the regulation of crowdfunding platforms operated by firms authorized by the FCA. At that time, the agency committed to carrying out a full post-implementation review of the crowdfunding market and regulatory framework in 2016…. Read More

July 9, 2016 @ 9:59 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Following the tragic events of Baton Rouge, Minnesota and Dallas, Kickstarter took a stand and announced its support for the Black Lives Matter Movement. The Black Lives Matter Movement, which was formed in 2013,  is described as a unique contribution that goes beyond extrajudicial killings… Read More

July 8, 2016 @ 2:07 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

On Friday, crowdfunding portal Crowdrise announced the Fourth Annual Veterans Charity Challenge successfully raised over $300,000 for nearly 60 non-profit organizations. The campaign, which is described as a joint effort by Craig Newmark, founder of craigslist and craigconnects and CrowdRise, was held between Memorial Day and July 6… Read More

July 7, 2016 @ 9:58 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

On Thursday, crowdfunding platform YouCaring announced it has become a B Corporation, which is described as a type of for-profit corporate entity that includes positive impact on society, workers, the community and the environment in addition to profit as its legally defined goals. The funding portal stated that… Read More

July 6, 2016 @ 1:36 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Crowdfunding giant Kickstarter is set to host its 2016 Summer Festival at the Fort Greene Park in Brooklyn later this month. The event’s description reads: Celebrate creativity at the Kickstarter Summer Festival, a free event featuring art, food, games, and more from the Kickstarter community. Join… Read More

July 6, 2016 @ 12:18 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

This week, head of production at BrewDog, Matt Licklider, shared details about crowdfunded brewery’s third site, which was funded through the Equity for Punks campaign. Originally started out in the back of a van by two guys and dog, BrewDog is now recognized globally for… Read More

July 6, 2016 @ 10:11 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

On Tuesday, SeedInvest CEO and co-founder, Ryan Feit sat down with Jason McCabe Calacanis on This Week in Startups to share details about his involvement in passing the JOBS Act and his work on the Title III rules (which went into effect on May 16th). The discussion’s… Read More

July 5, 2016 @ 4:39 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Leading UK based investment crowdfunding platform SyndicateRoom was named Alternative Finance Provider of the Year at the 2016 High Potential Business Awards, which took place in London on June 22nd and celebrated the achievement outstanding growth businesses, along with the advisors and financiers that support them. “This award… Read More

July 5, 2016 @ 3:56 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Just a little over a week after the UK voted to depart from the European Union (EU), Lending Works offered pension advice to the country’s retirees (or soon to be) following the surprising decision. The peer-to-peer lending platform shared: “Less than a week in, and the… Read More

July 5, 2016 @ 1:03 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

On Tuesday, crowdfunding platform for music, PledgeMusic, announced that it has formed a partnership with the Outlaw Roadshow, which is described as a traveling music showcase and festival destinations for music lovers. The Outlaw Roadshow was created by Counting Crows frontman, Adam Duritz and Boston… Read More

July 5, 2016 @ 12:33 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

This past weekend, equity crowdfunding platform Crowdcube unveiled a new infographic/video that highlighted its 2016 first and second quarter successes. The funding portal stated: “As we hit the end of Q2 2016, we thought it was high time we had a review of what’s been… Read More

July 5, 2016 @ 11:26 am By JD Alois  |  

American Express (NYSE: AXP) has launched a new credit product entitled Working Capital Terms. The product is a short-term online financing solution for businesses to “ease cash flow constraints by bridging the gap between vendor payments and customer purchases.” Amex states the funding vehicle is… Read More

July 3, 2016 @ 3:57 pm By JD Alois  |  

Title III of the JOBS Act, or Reg CF, kicked off on May 16th of this year. The final portion of the JOBS Act to receive final rules by the SEC, Reg CF was perhaps the most heralded aspect of the legislation. Under the securities… Read More

July 2, 2016 @ 10:33 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

On Thursday, petition website Change.org announced the launch of its new crowdfunding features. This news comes just after the website confirmed it has surpassed 150 million users worldwide. Ben Rattray, CEO and founder of Change.org, stated it will now allow users to raise funds for topics they are… Read More

July 1, 2016 @ 4:15 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

British Business Bank announced on Friday the appointment of Neeta Atkar as a new board of director’s non-executive director. Atkar reportedly has over 25 years experience working in the financial services private and public sectors across a range of risk disciplines. Atkar is currently TSB Bank’s chief… Read More

July 1, 2016 @ 12:18 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

On Friday, Crowdcube released a new introduction video that reveals the best parts (stats, #FundedClub members, etc.) of its crowdfunding platform. This new clip comes just days after the website announced it was named 2016 Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year for the London and… Read More

July 1, 2016 @ 10:50 am By JD Alois  |  

The state of North Carolina appears to be ready to get their own investment crowdfunding exemption. It has taken several attempts by advocates and certain legislators but it seems the stars finally aligned as the most recent initiative was approved by the North Carolina Senate…. Read More

June 30, 2016 @ 4:23 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Earlier this week, microfinance platform Kiva announced the launch of its new direct to social enterprise program, which is described as a pilot program that aims to raise capital for social enterprises in a new and more efficient way. Kiva revealed in a blog post:… Read More

June 30, 2016 @ 2:39 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

On Thursday, Market Inspector announced the winners of the 2016 Innovative Business Awards. This award honors 50 companies that have turned groundbreaking ideas into success. Among those on the list was equity crowdfunding platform Seedrs. Seedrs’ description reads: “Seedrs allows all types of investors to… Read More