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.

“People Invest in People They Know, Like & Trust.” That’s Half the Story – and the Wrong Half for Retail.

After 13+ years in crowdfunding I’m done nodding politely at this cliché. It’s not wrong, it’s dangerously incomplete. And...

Brandon Sanderson Just Launched a Massive New Cosmere Crowdfunding Campaign That Has Already Blown Its Goals Out the Water

Hoid's Storybook Collection and a new novel. Brandon Sanderson has been busy over the last few months. With the recent...

Across the Atlantic: The UK’s Hybrid Equity Model

While the U.S. is still finding its feet, the UK has been running equity crowdfunding at scale for over...

Crowdfunding Weekly – January 21st, 2026

Crowdfunding’s first few weeks of 2026 are serving a familiar cocktail: platform consolidation, bigger numbers (with fewer deals), and...

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...
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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,...

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...