Securities Commission Malaysia
pitchIN Equity launches, first issuance in mid-April
Malaysia’s crowdfunding pioneer pitchIN has launched its equity crowdfunding (ECF) platform, with the first campaigns slated to go live in mid-April.
Fintech and fraud, like a horse and carriage
Fintech players should be cautious, because the increasing digitalisation of the financial services industry brings with it an extra element of risk, warned the Securities Commission Malaysia.
New ECF platform Ata Plus launches, in for the long haul
An equity crowdfunding platform that brings good companies to investors who wish to support those doing things right – that’s what Ata Plus hopes to be known as.
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.
SC selects six platforms for equity crowdfunding in Malaysia
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has announced the approval of six registered equity crowdfunding platforms, giving small businesses and entrepreneurs greater access to capital.
Applications open for prospective equity crowdfunding platform operators
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) said that operators interested in establishing and operating an equity crowdfunding (ECF) or Shariah-compliant ECF platform can now submit their application.
Asean stock exchange authorities agree on common framework
Asean stock exchange authorities and regulators have agreed have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a Streamlined Review Framework for the Asean Common Prospectus.
Crowdfunding the beginning of a long-term relationship
Jason Best of Crowdfund Capital Advisors advises entrepreneurs on what comes next after having raised funding through equity crowdfunding or rewards-based crowdfunding. Karamjit Singh was there to soak it in at the recent SCxSC event.
SC seeks feedback on equity crowdfunding regulations
Alternative funding channels aim to facilitate growth of small-scale enterprises
Deadline for comments is Sept 5
