Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) often overlook the importance of Intellectual Property (IP) in their growth strategies. However, protecting your innovations, branding, and creative outputs can be crucial to standing out in competitive markets. The EUIPO IP Scan is a valuable resource specifically designed to help European SMEs identify, protect, and manage their IP assets
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The 13th edition of CrowdCon, hosted in Brussels by Eurocrowd in collaboration with the Digital Lending Association, offered a comprehensive exploration of the evolving crowdfunding and digital lending landscape in Europe. This year’s event, held on 26 and 27 September 2024, marked also the culmination of Eurocrowd’s year-long CrowdIP project, developed in partnership with the
Recap of the 13th CrowdCon: Shaping the Future of Alternative Finance Read More »
In light of recent EU policy reports published this September 2024, such as the Draghi report and mission statements from the new European Commission leadership, the focus on institutional investments, venture capital, and large-scale financial mechanisms is clear. These approaches are vital for fostering European competitiveness and driving the green and digital transitions. However, we
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The European Crowdfunding Service Provider Regulation (ECSPR) establishes a tailored framework for Crowdfunding Service Providers (CSPs), distinguishing them from traditional financial institutions and Non-Bank Financial Intermediaries (NBFIs). This distinction is crucial in understanding CSPs’ role within the financial ecosystem; CSPs are regulated by a bespoke European Law. The Position of CSPs under the ECSPR The
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In 2023, the European Crowdfunding Service Providers Regulation (ECSPR) market achieved a total investment exceeding €1.1 billion, reflecting a diverse and evolving financial landscape across various sectors and countries. The distribution of transactions reveals a trend toward smaller-scale investments, with a frequency peak in lower-value transactions. This suggests that while a broad range of investment
Market Performance: A Data-Driven Analysis of ECSPR Investment Trends Read More »
The merger between Financement Participatif France (FPF) and France FinTech earlier this summer marks a pivotal moment for the crowdfunding sector in France, raising questions about its future identity, influence, and sustainability. While some see this as a positive step towards integrating crowdfunding into the broader financial ecosystem, others may view it as a potential threat to the sector’s autonomy. These concerns
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Brussels, 28 June 2024 – The European Crowdfunding Network AISBL (EUROCROWD) is proud to announce the election of its new non-executive board, a strategic move to consolidate our position as the industry’s representative body. The newly elected board brings together leading figures from the crowdfunding and professional services sectors, reflecting the diversity and dynamism of
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The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), a cornerstone of the European Commission’s Digital Finance Package, aims to bolster the financial sector’s resilience against ICT-related risks. Recognizing the critical role of digital infrastructure in the financial ecosystem, DORA sets out comprehensive requirements for managing ICT risks, reporting incidents, and ensuring continuous operational resilience. For European Crowdfunding
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The European Crowdfunding Service Providers Regulation (ECSPR) focuses on managing conflicts of interest to ensure transparency, fairness, and integrity in the crowdfunding industry. This is crucial for maintaining trust and supporting the success of fundraising SMEs. Conflict of interest policies are designed to prevent situations where the interests of the platform or its employees could
Conflicts of Interest and “Skin in the Game” Read More »
When fundraising, the relationship between intellectual property (IP) protection and securing investment presents both opportunities and challenges. The complexities of IP within the fundraising process are different for each company and situation, therefore it is difficult to generalise. Yet, we hope to be able to offer some general insights for entrepreneurs aiming to leverage their
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