This open access book presents a comprehensive and up-to-date collection of knowledge on the state of crowdfunding research and practice. It considers crowdfunding models and their different manifestations across a variety of geographies and sectors, and explores the perspectives of fundraisers,...

1. Introduction: From Fundamentals to Advances in Crowdfunding Research and Practice -- 2. Crowdfunding Models, Strategies, and Choices Between Them -- 3. The Global Status of the Crowdfunding Industry -- 4. Lending Crowdfunding: Principles and Market Development -- 5. Equity Crowdfunding:...