Offerings

December 29, 2015 @ 1:42 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Earlier this month, community and social video game platform Twin Galaxies launched a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo to raise $250,000 for its #Right2Game movement.  The company shared: “As a video game enthusiast or someone who knows video game players, you have likely encountered the pervasive, negative… Read More

December 29, 2015 @ 12:04 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Less than one month after launching its crowdfunding campaign on Fig, Double Fine has officially captured its initial $3.3 million from over 18,000 backers for its new game, Psychonauts 2. The description of the new game reads: “The original game follows the story of a young psychic named… Read More

December 29, 2015 @ 11:14 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Well, the owners of the infamous Oregon bakery, Sweet Cakes By Melissa, have finally decided to put an end to the same-sex wedding cake situation. It has been revealed that Aaron Klein, co-owner with his wife Melissa Klein, have paid the $135,000 fine that they were… Read More

December 29, 2015 @ 10:18 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Honoring George Takei for his performance in his Indiegogo project, Allegiance, media outlet Theater Mania has named the Star Trek alum one of 2015’s Best Broadway debuts. The list’s description reads: “One of the most exciting things about going to the theater frequently is being… Read More

December 29, 2015 @ 10:13 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Continuing to offer more tips for crowdfunding campaign organizers, Indiegogo has unveiled some advice about what to do after the initiative is done. The global platform shared: “Congratulations – you have officially run your very own crowdfunding campaign! For the past few months (or more!),… Read More

December 28, 2015 @ 2:24 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Giving backers more reasons to be excited about its highly successful Kickstarter project, travel-light LTD’s “revolutionary” carry-on luggage, G-RO, Shalgi Design Studio announced the “Stealth Black” special edition, along with color wheel plates. Shalgi Design shared in a recent update: “Hi Backers! Originally we intended the Stealth Black… Read More

December 28, 2015 @ 1:22 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Just one week after launching its Seedrs equity crowdfunding campaign, on-demand, in home spa service Milk Beauty has successfully secured nearly £250,000. The company turning to the platform with a mission to raise £300,000 for an 18.76% equity stake. Milk Beauty offers at home, in office and… Read More

December 28, 2015 @ 12:01 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Following the recent announcement that Camden Town Brewery has been acquired by mega brewer AB InBev, CEO Jasper Cuppaidge revealed more details about the situation with Business Insider. Last week, Jasper discussed the transaction to fans and shareholders; “The ‘craft’ brewing movement has seen incredible growth… Read More

December 28, 2015 @ 10:35 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

With less than one week until its Crowdcube initiative comes to an end, London cycling pub, Cadence Performance, has successfully raised nearly 500,000. Frank Beechinor and Ray Vella founded the company, which is currently located in Crystal Palace, in 2012: “Both keen cyclists, Ray and… Read More

December 28, 2015 @ 10:11 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Showing some love for Oakland rapper, Kreayshawn, a devoted fan launched a GoFundMe initiative after she announced that she has been left with no money just days before Christmas. Kreayshawn, who is known for her hit song Gucci Gucci, took to her Twitter account to rant… Read More

December 28, 2015 @ 10:11 am By JD Alois  |  

I just saw this video pop up into my Facebook timeline.  The video is about Seabin a “trashcan for the ocean”.  Basically, the device floats at water level and vacuums up anything floating nearby. Think of it as a jumbo sized pool cleaner except it is targeting… Read More

December 27, 2015 @ 5:17 pm By JD Alois  |  

As we published earlier this month, Shelbourne Falcon has listed an equity crowdfunding offer on EarlyShares for Hotel RL in Washington, DC.  The property was acquired in October for $22.5 million; renovations are already underway.  The sponsor is holding a reception and tour of the… Read More

December 26, 2015 @ 9:16 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Earlier this month, interior design specialists, Houseology.com announces it is seeking £1 million investment through equity crowdfunding platform Seedrs. Within a few weeks, the company has successfully secured nearly 450,000. Houseology.com, formerly known as Occa Home, was founded in 2010 by award-winning interior designer Kate… Read More

December 26, 2015 @ 10:00 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

  Last month, Officer Garrett Swasey, a police officer at the University of Colorado – Colorado Springs, was killed during the recent attack on the city’s Planned Parenthood office. Immediately following the deadly situation, a YouCaring campaign was launched to help the victim’s family. The… Read More

December 26, 2015 @ 9:00 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

  On Thursday, Humans of New York (HONY) founder, Brandon Stanton, launched a new crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo’s platform, Generosity, to raise $100,000 for eleven Syrian families looking to create a fresh start. Stanton and his team shared: “Earlier this month we profiled eleven Syrian… Read More

December 24, 2015 @ 11:43 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Al Jourgensen, the frontman of Grammy-nominated American band Ministry, announced this week that the group is launching a crowdfunding campaign on Patreon to raise the $203,000 they are owed for performing at the AJ Maddah’s 2015 Soundwave Festival last February. Jourgensen wrote: “Now I know there’s douchebags in every… Read More

December 24, 2015 @ 10:45 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

On Thursday, blockchain investor, Coinsilium, announced that it has begun share trading on London’s ICAP Securities and Derivatives Exchange (ISDX). According to International Business Times, Coinsilium (COIN), which was found in 2014, has issued 10,000,000 new ordinary shares at 10p per share, which raised £1m in gross proceeds…. Read More

December 23, 2015 @ 3:49 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Back in Spring 2014, famous children show Reading Rainbow captured over $5 million on Kickstarter to reboot the series for the next generation. Now, nearly two years later, Reading Rainbow’s COO, Sangita Patel, is ready to sit down and share his thoughts about the show’s success – and the criticism… Read More

December 23, 2015 @ 12:45 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Chew, a live stream DJ community, is currently seeking £150,00 through its new Seedrs initiative to expand its services. The company, which described itself as the Twitch for DJ’s, allows “bedroom DJs” to share their mixes while building and engaging a global fanbase: “The bedroom… Read More

December 23, 2015 @ 12:30 pm By JD Alois  |  

Exploding “Hoverboards” are everywhere in the news these days. Craptaculous products by manufacturers with questionable quality control have placed the entire sector under scrutiny.  Recently an apartment in Hong Kong was torched by a combusting Hoverboard leaving residents homeless. The Lithium battery “exploded several times”…. Read More