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Blossom Breaks Equity Crowdfunding Record

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Vancouver fintech Blossom has set a new national benchmark, closing the largest equity crowdfunding round in Canadian history. Over 1,100 users invested a combined $1.86 million through FrontFundr, part of a broader $3 million raise that includes angel capital.

CEO Maxwell Nicholson credited the startup’s 300,000-strong user base for the milestone. Founded in 2021, Blossom has seen rapid growth, adding 10,000 users weekly. Recent partnerships with Nasdaq and the Toronto Stock Exchange signal further expansion, particularly into the U.S. market. “We’re just at the tip of the iceberg,” Nicholson said.

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Blossom Partners with Nasdaq to Boost Investor Access

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Vancouver-based fintech startup Blossom has partnered with Nasdaq to enhance exposure of its indexes to retail investors. The collaboration introduces a Nasdaq Education Hub on the Blossom app, highlighting resources on ETFs tracking Semiconductor, Cybersecurity, AI, and Crypto indexes.

CEO Maxwell Nicholson called the deal a “match made in heaven,” marking another milestone for the startup, which was named one of Apple’s Top 25 Apps for 2025. Founded in 2021, Blossom has expanded rapidly, recently partnering with the TSX. With over 200,000 members and $1 billion in connected assets, the firm has raised $4 million to date.

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TSX Teams Up with Blossom to Feature Top Venture Stocks

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Vancouver-based Blossom has partnered with the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) to feature the TSX Venture 50, recognizing the top-performing companies on the TSX Venture Exchange in 2024. This collaboration integrates Venture 50 data into the Blossom app, enhancing access for retail investors.

CEO Maxwell Nicholson called the partnership a milestone, highlighting Blossom’s growing role in investment media alongside Bloomberg. The announcement was made at a TSX market open event, where Blossom engaged with this year’s top-performing firms. Last month, Blossom was named one of Canada’s top 10 fintech startups to watch in 2025.

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