Leetchi launches in the UK
Trust in UK charities is at a record low, so people are relying on crowdfunding to help fulfill fundraising targets and remove charities from the equation. Read more: www.thefintechtimes.com
P2Binvestor picks up $7.7m for crowdfunding business lending
Business lending marketplace P2Binvestor (P2Bi) has raised $7.7m in a Series A1 round led by Rockies Venture Club (RVC). Read more: www.fintechroundup.com
Myanmar microfinance could see FinTech first
Blockchain technology could be coming to Myanmar, where a local company is hoping to become one of the first microfinance firms in the world to use a blockchain-based core banking system. Read more: www.mmtimes.com
Crowdcube announces partnership with AWS
UK-based equity crowdfunding platform Crowdcube announced on Wednesday it has formed a new partnership with Amazon Web Services. Read more: www.crowdfundinsider.com
Dubai opens up to crowdfunding, as part of FinTech push
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is preparing to license loan-based crowdfunding platforms for the first time. Read more: www.forbes.com
A first-time investor’s guide to equity crowdfunding
Many will get drawn into the tempestuous world of startup investing without a plan, If you’re new to startup investing here are a few things you should know before going in. Read more: www.venturebeat.com
Should you get into real estate crowdfunding?
One buzz word that’s fast making waves among real estate investors is “crowdfunding”. But there are many investors who’re hesitant to embrace the concept, wondering if it’s a trend that’s set to remain or just a passing fad. Read more: realtybiznews.com
Behalf brings in $27m for small business purchasing power
New York-based Behalf has raised $27m in a Series C round of funding to continue offering purchasing power to small business.
Equity investment platform VentureFounders passes £40m
VentureFounders has had more than £40 million invested in campaigns presented on the platform since its launch at the end of 2014. Read more: thetechportal.com
DueCource pockets £6.25m for loans against invoices
UK-based invoice financing company DueCourse has raised £6.25m ($8.1m) in new funding. The financing comes from German e-commerce-giant Rocket Internet’s venture arm Global Founders Capital. Read more: www.fintechroundup.com