Regulating the Unregulated: The Advent of Fintech Regulations and Their Impacts on Equity-Based Crowdfunding
https://doi.org/10.21684/2412-2343-2023-10-3-4-18
Abstract
The concept of equity-based crowdfunding (ECF) has become one of the latest innovative financing alternatives for startups and SMEs throughout the world during the last decade. This article aims to assess the revised crowdfunding directive of Turkey and its role in the development of the ecosystem. The concept of ECF is elucidated with its stakeholders, challenges, and solutions. Then the effect of the revised regulation is analyzed through a case study of the first active ECF platform in Turkey, Fonbulucu. Finally, the article discusses the potential improvements to the existing directive considering the practices of Fonbulucu.
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About the Authors
M. Aydemir
Hamad Bin Khalifa University
Qatar
Qatar
PhD Candidate in Islamic Finance and Economy, College of Islamic Studies, Hamad Bin Khalifa University
P.O. Box: 34110, Education City, Doha
A. F. Aysan
Hamad Bin Khalifa University
Qatar
Qatar
Professor & Associate Dean for Research, College of Islamic Studies, Hamad Bin Khalifa University
P.O. Box: 34110, Education City, Doha
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Aydemir M., Aysan A.F. Regulating the Unregulated: The Advent of Fintech Regulations and Their Impacts on Equity-Based Crowdfunding. BRICS Law Journal. 2023;10(3):4-18. https://doi.org/10.21684/2412-2343-2023-10-3-4-18
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