The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) officially unveiled Kuwait’s inaugural securities-based crowdfunding platform on Sunday, 20 July 2025, marking a historic milestone for the nation’s fintech sector.

In a press release, the CMA confirmed the registration of Al-Mawazi Capital Company as the first licensed entity in its fintech services registry, authorized to operate a digital platform under regulatory oversight.

The launch aligns with CMA’s strategic initiatives to foster financial innovation, diversify investment tools, and adopt global best practices within Kuwait’s capital markets.

The newly introduced service enables small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to raise capital from the broader public, either by offering equity stakes or issuing securities through regulated crowdfunding channels

Described as a regulated digital marketplace, the platform connects project issuers with retail investors, facilitating direct securities transactions balanced by compliance and transparency safeguards .

CMA highlighted the benefits such as promoting financial inclusion, supporting entrepreneurship, and increasing market liquidity via alternative funding mechanisms beyond traditional financing routes

The CMA underscored the rapid evolution of fintech services, stressing its commitment to facilitating novel digital services while ensuring investor protection and adherence to regulatory standards .