Tag: united kingdom

BrewDog’s Equity Punk crowdfunders could lose out

Crowdfunders in BrewDog could be left empty-handed if a potential sale or restructuring prioritises the company’s private equity backer,...

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...

Crowdfunding Weekly – 22nd December 2025

Crowdfunding is ending the year in its most “2025” form: platform innovation + community rounds + hard regulator warnings...

Crowdfunding Weekly – October 14th 2025

Crowdfunding & Private MarketsOver the past few months, we’re seeing signals that the landscape of startup capital formation is...

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,...

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...

Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is set to unveil its final rules for Public Offer Platforms (POPs)

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is set to unveil its final rules for Public Offer Platforms (POPs) in summer...

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to Crowdfunding in the UK and Europe: Trends, Regulations, and Opportunities

Market Size and Growth Trends Crowdfunding has become a significant financing channel in both the UK and Europe, with robust...

Beyond the Hype: What’s Really Happening in Crowdfunding Today

In recent years, the crowdfunding market has been yo-yoing – with the annual growth rate falling by 6% and...

Revolut’s Crowdfunding Success: Early Investors Are Cashing Out Big

In 2016, Revolut, a fintech company founded by Nikolay Storonsky, launched its first crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube, offering retail...