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Crowdfunding

Articles, news and analysis on the latest trends in the UK crowdfunding space.

Alternative Finance for Business

8 in 10 SMEs still prefer traditional bank loans over alternative finance

New research reveals that SME finance directors still prefer their banks to other forms of funding. Here's why.

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‘Crowdfunding’ is the UK’s most searched business funding term in 2017

‘Crowdfunding’ is the UK’s most frequently searched term on business funding in 2017, according to research from an accountancy firm.

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The secret to raising six-figures via crowdfunding

More campaigns are raising over six-figures via crowdfunding. A new report reveals just how these campaigns are luring investors.

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Can brain scans predict successful crowdfunding projects?

Brain scans may help predict which crowdfunding projects will get funded, according to new research. 

Entrepreneurs

Nuuk finds a niche in crowdfunding

Here's how Lina Gantar and Luka Cvikl started their business, Nuuk, in 2015, to help start-up raising investment on crowdfunding platforms.

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Crowdfunding lessons from The Funky Iron Company’s Joe Sillett

The Funky Iron Company exceeded its crowdfunding targets in both rounds on Seedrs. Here, founder and CEO Joe Sillett shares his experience with the crowd, and his top tips.

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Insurtech start-up Wrisk is raising £500k to expand ‘macroinsurance’

New insurtech start-up, Wrisk, is crowdfunding on Seedrs to expand its 'macroinsurance' offerings.

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Novel and useful: Why the two don’t go together in crowdfunding

Novel businesses and useful solutions are the most popular investments on crowdfunding sites, but according to new research, BOTH novel and useful crowdfunding ideas don’t work together. Here's why.

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How to skyrocket your Kickstarter campaign: Get overfunded in 6 steps

Here we take a look at six simple steps to boost your Kickstarter campaign and secure overfunding. Check out the infographic below!

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Going Native: Male grooming brand turns to Crowdcube for funding

Native is one of the first brands in the UK to develop products for the modern barbershop.

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The do’s and don’ts of attracting funding on Kickstarter

Everyone is looking for alternative ways to fund their business. What should you avoid saying in your campaign to find funding success.

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Usain Bolt endorsed insole start-up, Enertor raised £1m on Crowdcube

Usain Bolt-endorsed insole maker, Enertor, secured £1.03 million on Crowdcube, exceeded its funding target of £750,000.