DaanX is an equity platform that lets everyday consumers invest directly in local small businesses through tokenized shares on a real cap table. By offering fractional ownership starting at $100, it provides businesses with growth capital without debt while giving investors transparent financials and the potential for dividends and community perks. The platform curates vetted raises, displaying audited books and token prices so users can back the cafés, gyms, and shops they already love.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Small businesses often cannot obtain affordable growth capital because banks deny loans, venture capitalists overlook them, and credit cards impose high interest rates, leading many to run out of cash and fail.
Solution
DaanX provides an equity crowdfunding platform that enables local small‑business owners to raise capital directly from the customers who support them. The platform tokenizes fractional shares on a real cap table, allowing investors to purchase equity stakes as low as $100. Each raise includes audited financials and transparent terms, giving investors clear insight into the business’s performance. By offering equity instead of debt, DaanX aligns the incentives of owners and community investors, keeping capital within neighborhoods and avoiding high‑interest borrowing.
Target Audience
Primary customers are local small‑business owners seeking growth capital and community members who want to invest in nearby businesses they frequent.
Features
- Tokenized fractional equity on a real cap table for seamless ownership tracking
- Minimum investment of $100 with no accreditation required
- Audited financial statements and transparent raise details displayed for each business
- Real‑time ownership percentages and potential dividend information for investors
- Platform‑wide browse of vetted local businesses across multiple sectors (e.g., cafes, gyms, retail)
- Integrated rewards and perks such as merch, insider events, and early‑access programs for backers