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November 10, 2016 @ 9:52 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Following its Crowdcube campaign’s quick success, Innis & Gunn announced it has decided to extend the equity crowdfunding initiative. The craft brewery took to the funding portal at the beginning of November and secured its initial £1 million funding target from more than 600 investors… Read More

November 9, 2016 @ 3:09 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Online retailer of handmade biscuits, Biscuiteers, has officially closed its equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube. The company launched the initiative in early October, seeking £550,000. During the round, Biscuiteers not only surpassed its initial goal, it attracted £1,233,780 from 774 investors. As previously reported, Biscuiteers products are stocked… Read More

November 9, 2016 @ 12:53 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Huez, a UK-based cycling apparel brand, recently announced it has decided to extend its campaign on equity crowdfunding platform Crowdcube. The company launched the initiative last month, seeking to £250,00  for its ten new menswear pieces and first women’s wear collection. It has successfully secured more… Read More

November 9, 2016 @ 10:56 am By JD Alois  |  

AltFi, an alternative finance news site/events organizer and data provider, has listed an offer on Crowdcube to sell 7.69% equity stake in the firm for £250,000.  AltFi holds a 30% stake in its sister company AltFi data which periodically publishes reports on alternative finance …. Read More

November 8, 2016 @ 4:20 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Last week, new mobile app for moms Mush launched a Crowdcube campaign, seeking £650,000 as it prepares to grow its team. Within the first few days, the project has successfully secured more than £450,000 from nearly 150 investors. As previously reported, Mush was launched earlier… Read More

November 5, 2016 @ 11:34 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Pedals London, an on-demand bicycle delivery service, has recently launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube to raise £90,000. The company, which was launched earlier this year, stated it provides eco-conscious companies and individuals with a green, hassle-free, and affordable option for delivering goods. Sharing more details… Read More

November 3, 2016 @ 11:18 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Less than one week after launching its equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube, craft brewer Innis & Gunn has successfully secured its £1 million funding target from more than 600 investors. As previously reported, Innis & Gunn was founded in 2003 and claimed to be the second-largest craft brewer in… Read More

November 3, 2016 @ 10:02 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

UK-based creative technology and visual content agency, Happy Finish has launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube to raise  £395,000 for a 4.45% equity stake in the firm.  Pre-money valuation was pegged at just under £8.5 million. The company, which was founded in 2004 by Stuart Waplington,… Read More

November 1, 2016 @ 10:03 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

This week, craft brewer Innis & Gunn announced the launch of its AdventureCapital campaign on equity crowdfunding platform Crowdcube. Edinburgh-based company is currently seeking £1 million to open four additional Beer Kitchens and increase capacity at its brewery. Founded in 2003, Innis & Gunn claimed… Read More

November 1, 2016 @ 9:41 am By JD Alois  |  

UK research firm Beauhurst is out with their Q3 report on equity investment  in non-listed UK firms. The authoris state that equity funding rounds continues to fall delivering three consecutive quarters of decline. According to the Deal report, there are three different reasons for the… Read More

November 1, 2016 @ 4:05 am By Erin Hobey  |  

Meetzoo, launched its open beta on iPhone earlier this month, aims to secure £150,000 of first stage investment within 30 days. The platform has already £40,890 within the first day of funding from over 29 investors. Investors will receive a share of the 16.67% equity stake being… Read More

October 31, 2016 @ 2:08 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

With less than a week until its extended equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube closes, World of Zing has successfully secured its initial £150,000 funding target, thanks to more than 120 investors. The company was seeking the funds for a new production facility. World of Zing… Read More

October 29, 2016 @ 9:54 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Less than a week after launching its equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube, marketing agency Influencer has already surpassed its initial £100,000 funding target. The company notably connects brands with “famous individuals” (aka influencers) on social media as a way to generate buzz. The company stated… Read More

October 28, 2016 @ 12:05 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Earlier this week, World of Zing announced it has decided to extend its equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube. The company debuted the initiative last month, seeking a minimum of £150,000. As previously reported, World of Zing was launched in 2014 (states it considers itself the pioneers of… Read More

October 28, 2016 @ 8:29 am By JD Alois  |  

The UK’s largest equity crowdfunding platform, Crowdcube, is getting bigger.  The company is reporting a solid 40% jump in average funding amounts during the past 12 months.  This increase may be indicative of later stage companies taking advantage of the efficacy of raising capital online…. Read More

October 27, 2016 @ 3:12 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

This week, London-based shoe brand Solely Original launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube. The company is seeking to raise £70,000 as it looks to continue its growth and development. Solely Original is described as a personalized service that allows women to design and specify their… Read More

October 27, 2016 @ 10:41 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Earlier this week, UK-based Phrooti announced it is set to launch an equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube to raise £150,000 as it prepares to grow its fruit infused water business. The company currently produces fruit-infused waters that are based on naturally dried fruit powders. Each… Read More

October 25, 2016 @ 9:20 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Online retailer of handmade biscuits, Biscuiteers, has successfully secured its initial £550,000 funding target on equity crowdfunding platform Crowdcube. The company, which was founded in 2007, has created a wide range of products including biscuits, chocolates, cakes, personalized items, wedding treats and corporate gifts. It has… Read More

October 24, 2016 @ 1:16 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Last week, the winners of the 2016 British Small Business Awards were announced. Held at London’s Grand Connaught Rooms, the event is organized by Small Business UK and celebrated the small business community in the UK and among the winners was equity crowdfunding platform Crowdcube. … Read More

October 24, 2016 @ 9:15 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

PitPat, a UK-based pet-tech company, has launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube to raise £500,000 as it prepares to develop its new internet-based cloud platform.  Founded in 2014, PitPat debuted its activity monitor for dogs on Dragons’ Den earlier this year. The company, which… Read More