KUCHING (May 23): A seminar here on Wednesday saw nearly 70 participants learn about Equity Crowdfunding (ECF) and Peer-to-Peer (P2P) financing as alternative avenues for growth and capital access.
Organised by the Sarawak Business Federation (SBF) in collaboration with Ata Plus and Funding Societies, the seminar saw attendees gain valuable insights into the mechanics, benefits, and real-world applications of these funding models – both regulated by the Securities Commission Malaysia.
“A key highlight of the session was the comprehensive briefing by Ata Plus and Funding Societies which covered how ECF and P2P financing work, their regulatory frameworks, and how they are helping Malaysian SMEs access capital beyond traditional banking,” said SBF in a release.
The participants comprised entrepreneurs, small and medium enterprises, investors, and professionals from across Sarawak’s business ecosystem.
“This initiative is part of SBF’s broader mission to empower Sarawak businesses, especially our members, with the tools and knowledge to scale and succeed,” SBF deputy president Datuk Philip Ting was quoted saying in the release.
He added SBF is proud to partner with forward-thinking platforms like Ata Plus and Funding Societies to bridge financing gaps, support the business community, and stimulate economic activity.
During the seminar, participants had the opportunity to network with platform providers and peers, explore partnership possibilities, and ask detailed questions regarding digital fundraising and investment strategies.
SBF said the seminar marked an encouraging step forward in building awareness of next-generation financing options in East Malaysia.
Source: https://www.theborneopost.com/2025/05/23/seminar-in-kuching-highlights-ecf-p2p-financing-as-growth-tools-for-smes/