Alternative Financing
Regional equity crowdfunding platform launched
The CrowdPlus.asia equity crowdfunding platform has been launched across five Asian markets, with its operator describing ECF as an alternative, if not downright disruptive, avenue for startups and SMEs to raise funds.
Singapore’s ApexPeak acquires Dubai tech startup Cashnomix
Singapore-headquartered non-bank capital provider ApexPeak said it has acquired tech start-up Cashnomix, which has a cloud-based platform – currently in beta – that enables small businesses in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) ease short-term cash by receiving early payment on invoices.
