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Mapping the research landscape of blockchain and crowdfunding

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  • Abderahman Rejeb

    (Széchenyi István University)

  • Karim Rejeb

    (University of Carthage)

  • Andrea Appolloni

    (University of Rome Tor Vergata)

  • Suhaiza Zailani

    (University Malaya)

  • Mohammad Iranmanesh

    (La Trobe University)

Abstract

Blockchain technology and crowdfunding (CF) have emerged as disruptive forces in the finance and entrepreneurship landscape, potentially transforming traditional modes of capital raising and investment. This study investigates the intersection of blockchain technology and CF to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of research through a systematic literature review and bibliometric analysis. By examining 219 publications sourced from Scopus, this study employed descriptive statistics, article co-citations, and keyword co-occurrence to identify key bibliometric indicators, themes, and trends. The findings reveal a surge in research activity related to blockchain and CF, emphasizing initial cryptocurrency offerings, financial technology (Fintech), and the role of blockchain in improving transactional efficiency, disintermediation, and venture capital CF. Keyword co-occurrence analysis reveals diverse research themes, including smart contracts, fundraising campaigns, sustainable entrepreneurship, and Islamic Fintech. Based on the findings of this analysis, several implications and directions for further investigation are highlighted. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first attempt to analyze the intersection of blockchain technology and CF using scientometric techniques systematically.

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  • Abderahman Rejeb & Karim Rejeb & Andrea Appolloni & Suhaiza Zailani & Mohammad Iranmanesh, 2025. "Mapping the research landscape of blockchain and crowdfunding," Financial Innovation, Springer;Southwestern University of Finance and Economics, vol. 11(1), pages 1-38, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:fininn:v:11:y:2025:i:1:d:10.1186_s40854-024-00705-4
    DOI: 10.1186/s40854-024-00705-4
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