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Under Pressure: 11th Italian Crowdfunding Report by Politecnico di Milano

The 11th Italian Crowdfunding Report by the Osservatori Entrepreneurship Finance & Innovation of Politecnico di Milano records a substantial contraction in market activity, with fundraising volumes falling across both equity and lending crowdfunding. The data also reveals structural changes: real estate as the dominant segment for now, but platform consolidation has accelerated and the industry […]

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ECSPR at Three Years: A Single Market Still in Formation

Knowledge Hub, Publications / EUROCROWD

EUROCROWD has published a new research paper examining how the European Crowdfunding Service Providers Regulation (ECSPR) is shaping Europe’s crowdfunding market three years after its full implementation. Drawing on ESMA market reports, Member State notifications of admitted instruments and a structured assessment of publicly available platform disclosures, the paper argues that the emerging European crowdfunding

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Can ECSPR exploit its IP Backed Finance Advantage?

Intellectual Property / EUROCROWD

Is Europe’s equity crowdfunding sector sleepwalking into redundancy? ESMA’s 2024 market data shows performance in terms of deal volume and value remains low, with 181 ECSPR licensed platforms across 21 the EU raising just over €4.25 billion in total, of which only 12%, or around EUR 510m, went via equity investments into some 820 SME

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IP and Finance: Monetising IP Rights

Intellectual Property / EUROCROWD

We are pleased to share EUIPO’s next Train the Adviser session: “IP and Finance: Monetising IP Rights”. For crowdfunding platforms and business advisers working with SMEs, join to better understand the value of intellectual property (IP) and learn how IP rights can help businesses generate income. This is an introductory session on ‘Monetising IP Rights’ and uncovers how

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Europe’s Deep Tech Investment Debate. ESIL Annual Event – 5 June 2026

Business Angels / EUROCROWD

Limited Places – ESIL Annual Event – 5 June 2026 The second ESIL Annual Event lands in Brussels on 5 June 2026, convening Business Angels, investors, EU policymakers and researchers shaping the future of Europe’s deep tech ecosystem. This is where early-stage innovation meets capital, and where the next generation of breakthrough ventures begins its

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

Business Angels / EUROCROWD

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

Business Angels / EUROCROWD

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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ESMA Clarifies Use of Nominee Structures in Equity Crowdfunding under ECSPR

ECSPR Monitor / EUROCROWD

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

Intellectual Property / EUROCROWD

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 / EUROCROWD

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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