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What the BrewDog Debate Really Reveals About Europe’s Capital Markets

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The ongoing, largely UK-based scrutiny surrounding BrewDog, after an exit at a lower valuation than previous funding rounds left many retail investors with losses, has thrown a curve ball into the debate, triggering a familiar reflex. When outcomes for small investors disappoint, attention quickly turns to the mechanism that enabled their participation. In this case,

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Connecting Early-Stage Deep Tech with Investors: ESIL e-Pitching Sessions

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The ESIL e-Pitching sessions showcase selected deep tech projects supported by EIC Pathfinder and EIC Transition. These online sessions offer an opportunity to discover emerging technologies, connect with project teams and explore collaboration opportunities at an early stage of the innovation journey. Equity crowdfunding under the European Crowdfunding Service Providers Regulation (ECSPR) can play a

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Unlocking Deep Tech Potential: ESIL Masterclasses Across Europe

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What sets deep tech innovation apart is that the innovation often takes shape long before a company is formed. Which means that by engaging early with research teams, promising ideas have a better chance of developing into impactful ventures. Researchers, innovators, Business Angels, other investors and ecosystem actors are being brought together to connect earlier

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EU Inc Is a Corporate Upgrade, Capital Markets Not Included

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The European Commission’s proposal for a unified corporate framework, EU Inc, arrived on 18 March 2026 with a known blend of ambition and restraint. Positioned as a so-called “28th regime,” it introduces an optional, digital-by-default legal structure designed to allow companies to incorporate rapidly and operate under a single core set of EU rules across

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ESMA Clarifies Use of Nominee Structures in Equity Crowdfunding under ECSPR

ECSPR Monitor /

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published a new Q&A clarifying the use of fiduciary (nominee) structures by Crowdfunding Service Providers (CSPs) in relation to transferable securities and admitted instruments for crowdfunding purposes. The guidance addresses a key operational question for the market: whether and under what conditions CSPs may employ nominee structures

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A Question of Regulatory Consistency: ECSPR Meets VermAnlG

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The European Crowdfunding Service Providers Regulation (ECSPR) was meant to be a milestone in the EU’s push for a truly integrated capital market, creating direct investment opportunities for retail investors, by offering a unified licence, harmonised disclosure, and a level playing field for platforms and investors alike. ECSPR has been spearheading a new wave of

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IP Basics for Business Advisers and SMEs (Webinar – 26 March 2026)

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Intellectual Property (IP) is a key strategic asset for innovative companies. Whether raising capital through crowdfunding, attracting investors, or scaling internationally, a clear understanding of IP rights can significantly strengthen a company’s valuation, credibility, and long-term competitiveness. To support advisers and businesses in navigating this essential topic, the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), through

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ECSPR’s €12m threshold push: a solution in search of a problem?

ECSPR Monitor /

In February 2026, one of several Brussels-based fintech associations and supported by national associations and select market participants, proposed more than doubling the threshold under the European Crowdfunding Service Providers Regulation (ECSPR, Regulation (EU) 2020/1503) from €5 million to €12 million per project. The proposal argues for alignment with the EU Listing Act (Regulation (EU)

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Crowdfunding and Green Bonds: Bridging Alternative Finance and Sustainable Capital Markets

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When looking at the role of green and sustainable bonds in sustainable project financing, as we do in our Leverage Accelerator, we cannot but wonder how this works together with regulated crowdfunding. Green and sustainable bonds have proven effective in mobilizing institutional capital for large-scale climate and energy projects, linking measurable environmental impact with investor

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