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Shanelid

I'm a Global Crowdfunding Expert & Startup Advisor. I Help Entrepreneurs Raise Capital by leveraging digital technology, methods, and processes. I'm also the Managing Director of XseedR Limited, and Chief Crowdfundologist at Smart Crowdfunding.

PopCom Crowdfunding Investigation: Where Did Dawn Dickson’s $6M+ Raise Go?

PopCom raised over $6M from retail investors via StartEngine and Wefunder. Now, CFWatchdog investigates where the money went, as...

A Gift or a Gamble? Why a Trump Memecoin Merger Could Damage Republic.com’s Crowdfunding Reputation

Trump memecoin’s rumored bid for Republic.com sparks debate over compliance, investor protection, and the future of crowdfunding trust. A development...

Crowdfunding Weekly – October 22nd 2025

Equity Crowdfunding & Private Capital: Signs of Momentum Amidst Structural HeadwindsThe fundraising landscape in 2025 is showing some compelling...

Global Equity Crowdfunding Report 2024-2025: Market Size, Trends, and Future Outlook

The most comprehensive research ever published on global equity crowdfunding. 8,400+ words of exclusive insights, charts, case studies, and...

How to Win at Reg CF: Focus on New Investor Acquisition for Campaign Success

Regulation Crowdfunding thrives on fresh capital. See why new investor acquisition is the smartest strategy for Reg CF campaigns. The...

The Hidden Risks of Investing in Southern Africa: Currency Controls, Dividends, and Exits

Southern Africa is a land of paradoxes. On one hand, it boasts some of the world’s richest mineral deposits,...
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Crowdfunding Scams Exposed: Real Cases, Red Flags, and How to Protect Your Money in 2025

Crowdfunding turned “I have an idea” into “I have backers.” It democratized capital, let niche products find their tribe,...

The 10 Biggest Myths about Equity Crowdfunding

Equity crowdfunding has come a long way, evolving into a serious fundraising channel for startups across the globe. But...

Newsmax: How Retail Investors Got Served Up as Cannon Fodder in a $75M Crowdfunding Circus

Let’s be brutally honest: Newsmax just ran one of the most brazen crowdfunding bait-and-switches in recent memory. They hauled...

Going Public: Three Seasons in, Same Old Story

Going Public Series 3 promised ‘invest while you watch.’ The reality: slow raises, absent offerings, and controversy behind the...

How BrewDog Screwed Retail Investors Using Equity Crowdfunding

This isn't a hit piece. It's a reality check. BrewDog raised over £73 million from more than 120,000 everyday investors...

How Crowdfunding Is Evolving in 2025: Key Insights for Founders and Investors

Insights & Emerging Trends As the second half of 2025 unfolds, the crowdfunding industry continues to show resilience and evolution...