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Every week, TechRound takes a look at which companies are crowdfunding in order to drive growth and expansion in their sectors.
And as October comes to an end, more companies are looking to fundraise in time for the new year.
But aside from using crowdfunding as an opportunity to build a larger customer base, it is also a great way for startups to raise capital without having to spend months on the phone to investors, deliver long pitches and negotiate terms.
Instead, founders can raise capital fast, delivering value and returns for customers that believe in them.
Not only that, but crowdfunding also helps businesses develop a loyal customer base that is likely to stick around for the long term.
Here, we look at 8 startups crowdfunding the week commencing 27th October 2025, so you can see which companies are looking to shape the startup sector across Europe.
Investa
How much are they raising: TBC
Website: investa.co.uk
SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS
About: Investa is launching an investment app with zero-commission listed options. Founded by ex-Citi options brokers, and built by the co-founder of Freetrade, Investa aims to level the playing field by making the options market more accessible.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
MakaGiC
How much are they raising: £2,777
SEIS/EIS? No
About: MakaGiC are launching the L7, a 3D space laser that can measure any distance. By using high-precision spatial positioning with advanced laser technology, the L7 is able to measure the straight line distance between any 2 points in a 3D space.
Where to invest: Kickstarter
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La Fabuleuse Cantine
How much are they raising: N/A
Website: lafabuleusecantine.fr
SEIS/EIS? No
About: The Fabulous Canteen helps reduce food waste by turning excess food into quality meals. It focuses on eco-friendly and socio-inclusive catering, supporting vulnerable communities.
Currently working with 80 local partners, the brand is looking to expand their operations and franchise across more regions.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
SHARGE
How much are they raising: £7,506
SEIS/EIS? No
About: SHARGE have built Disk Pro, the 1st active cooling PSSD, a credit-card sized hub with a built in memory chip and an Ice-storm Cooler. It can store up to 4TB of files and deliver high read/write speeds of 10Gbps.
The device is their latest in the line up, designed to improve power source hardware.
Where to invest: Kickstarter
PinPoint Data Science
How much are they raising: £35,884
Website: www.pinpointdatascience.com
SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS
About: PinPoint uses AI to analyse the data in our blood, looking at 33 biomarkers to generate a risk score for cancer. Built on a dataset of almost 400,000 patient data, it’s designed to make blood testing for cancer more accurate than before.
As part of the round, PinPoint are looking to sell their tests direct to consumers, as well as expanding internationally.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
Cornish Lithium
How much are they raising: £35,000,000
Website: www.cornishlithium.com
SEIS/EIS? No
About: Cornish Lithium is a mineral extraction company that helps to provide the raw materials needed to drive the green economy.
By 2035, statistics suggest that the global demand for lithium will grow 3x. Cornish Lithium is setting out to sustainably leverage Cornwall’s lithium deposits through geothermal and hard rock projects, allowing the UK to have steady domestic supply.
Their latest round is set to fund their Trelavour Lithium Project and their Cross Lanes Geothermal project.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
Woolf Helmets
How much are they raising: £450,000
Website: woolfhelmets.com
SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS
About: Woolf has developed a range of folding smart helmets that riders will actually wear.
With brake lights that automatically come on when an accelerometer measures the person slowing down and foldable technology, the company is raising money to continue expanding and working towards protecting all cyclists on the road.
Where to invest: Europe Republic
Playtomic
How much are they raising: TBC
Website: playtomic.com
SEIS/EIS? TBC
About: Playtomic is a global social sports network for racket sports, combining the largest app for players with a cutting-edge SaaS solution for clubs.
Through their app, they connect more than 4.7 million players and 6,000 clubs across 66 countries, creating the largest global community to experience and share the passion for racket sports.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
