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Колективното финансиране като инструмент за набиране на капитал
Crowdfunding as a Tool for Raising Capital

Author(s): Krasimir Petkov
Subject(s): Economy, National Economy
Published by: Университет за национално и световно стопанство (УНСС)
Keywords: Crowdfunding; alternative finance; start-ups
Summary/Abstract: This paper examines the rapidly growing phenomenon of crowdfunding, which is an alternative method of financing entrepreneurs and start-ups. Various publications from various academic fields ranging from finance and economics to law and technology are analysed. Pro-learning covers a range of topics, including the success factors of equity crowdfunding campaigns, the potential for bias in the process, legal and regulatory aspects of the practice, and relevant market mechanisms and funding dynamics. The publication provides insight into the current state of crowdfunding, the challenges it faces, and the potential for its future development as a viable source of capital for both entrepreneurs and investors.