One of the best ways for startups to build traction and secure funding is to crowdfund.
Crowdfunding involves giving members of the public the option to fund the company’s growth in exchange for either shares or wider benefits. For startups, this offers an injection of cash for growth. For consumers, they can invest small amounts in companies they believe in, in exchange for a piece of their success.
For example, some companies might offer free subscriptions, exclusive products or discounts to those that contribute to its crowdfund. Others will offer small bits of equity, in an attempt to build a more loyal customer base.
If you find yourself with some extra cash and want to know which startups are crowdfunding this week, look no further. We round it up for you…
To publicise your crowdfund on TechRound, please contact us directly.
Podspace
How much are they raising: TBC
Website: podspace.fr
SEIS/EIS? No, IR-PME (France)
About: Creating professional content is time consuming and technical, and creators are on the lookout for new ways to streamline their time.
Podspace has created automated studios where a user can record their content and then use AI to edit it. That way, the whole process is much easier from start to finish.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
CarMods.ai
How much are they raising:
Website: carmods.ai
SEIS/EIS? Yes, SEIS
About: For car enthusiasts that work on modifying their favourite models, finding places that give them the right data, options and information can be difficult.
CarMods.ai is changing this by developing an AI-powered app designed to suggest budget-friendly modifications and connect users with reliable parts, making the whole process less fragmented.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
FINx1
How much are they raising: TBC
Website: finxone.com
SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS
About: Describing themselves as a website builder for Fintech, FINx1 allows financial services companies to build fintech apps visually, no coding needed.
With over 350 integration APIs and more, FINx1 gives fintechs everything they need to build, launch and operate.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
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Napton Cidery
How much are they raising: TBC
Website: naptoncidery.co.uk
SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS
About: Napton Cidery is an award-winning, independent craft cider maker. It uses British apples to create cider without concentrate, which dominates a lot of products on shelves today.
The company is looking to expand further with their latest funding round, making them a bigger staple in UK supermarkets.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
Easology
How much are they raising: £522,000 wider round
Website: easology.net
SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS
About: Easology is a software company that has set out to empower older people by building a phone that is easier for them to use.
With a mission to reduce digital exclusion, Easology’s tech has larger icons and easier to navigate functions, making it more user friendly for older generations.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
Fluum
How much are they raising: TBC
Website: fluum.ai
SEIS/EIS? EIS pending
About: Fluum describes itself as an AI ‘co-founder’ platform designed for solo entrepreneurs and freelancers.
It’s designed to deliver 24/7 business support by helping entrepreneurs connect with social media and find new clients within their network.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
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Cactile
How much are they raising: TBC
Website: cactile.fr
SEIS/EIS? IR-PME (France)
About: Cactile has created a modular system to use fences and roofs to reduce urban flooding and conserve water.
The company has completed 3 patent applications and is looking to expand internationally.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
Lounges.tv
How much are they raising: lounges.tv
Website: lounges.tv
SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS
About: Lounges.tv is a programme that allows creators, artists, venues, and brands to stream their events on a pay-per-view basis.
This means that fans can access events for less money than a live show, and creators have new ways to unlock revenue.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
Nothing
How much are they raising: TBC
Website: nothing.tech
SEIS/EIS? TBC
About: Nothing is a consumer tech company that creates smartphones, audio products and smart watches.
Now, they are looking to continue evolving into an AI native platform and continue building their community of users.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
GROUNDTRUTH Global
How much are they raising: TBC
Website: groundtruth.global
SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS
About: GROUNDTRUTH Global is a premium lifestyle brand looking to create premium, fashionable products through recyclables.
The company has been featured in top publications and praised for its sustainability and fashion credentials.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
To publicise your crowdfund on TechRound, please contact us directly.
