Crowdfunding
Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30
CORE DEFINITION
A model that involves raising funds from the public via the internet to support specific projects or businesses. This lowers the investment threshold, allowing ordinary people to participate in the incubation of early-stage projects (e.g., Kickstarter). Scaffolding public role: Validation is financing. Crowdfunding is not just about money; it is a powerful market validation (MVP) tool. If the public is willing to pay for your PPT, then the product is likely to succeed.
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Raising funds from the public via the internet to support projects, lowering participation barriers so ordinary people can incubate early-stage projects. Its value lies not only in money but also in being a strong market validation (MVP) tool—if the public is willing to pay for your PPT, it indicates real demand.
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