Exploring Crowdfunding Platforms: A bibliometric and Systematic Review Approach

Crowdfunding has emerged as a rapidly growing alternative funding mechanism through digital platforms. This study aims to analyze the development of literature related to crowdfunding using a systematic literature review and bibliometric analysis based on articles from the Scopus databases within the period of 2016–2025. This study identified 1,016 articles, but after applying specific criteria, 30 articles were selected for further analysis. The findings indicate that research in the field of crowdfunding continues to increase. This platform presents opportunities for entrepreneurs to secure funding and for investors to allocate their capital. Future research is expected to place greater emphasis on the technology used in crowdfunding. With more systematic access to information, business actors can better understand how these platforms drive business development and influence investment decisions. Furthermore, a deeper understanding of crowdfunding trends can assist regulators in designing policies that support a more inclusive and sustainable digital funding ecosystem