Open World and VerifyMe sign merger agreement
13 February 2026 US
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VerifyMe, a provider of authentication and precision logistics technologies, and Open World, a blockchain infrastructure and real-world asset (RWA) tokenisation platform, have executed an agreement and plan of merger.
According to the firms, the combined entity intends to focus on token listings, regulated digital asset infrastructure, enterprise-grade compliance frameworks, and institutional RWA tokenisation.
The merger is expected to result in the combined company being listed on the Nasdaq under a new ticker symbol, subject to meeting closing conditions.
Commenting on the combined entity, CEO of VerifyMe, Adam Stedham, says: “We are pleased to announce the next step in our plan to merge with Open World to align our complementary strengths.”
Matt Shaw, co-founder and CEO of Open World, adds that “bringing together complementary capabilities enables us to operate at the scale and governance standards required for real-world asset tokenisation to transition from early adoption into mainstream financial markets.”
According to Open World, the merger builds on prior initiatives including the establishment of the RWA Center of Excellence in Saudi Arabia.
According to the firms, the combined entity intends to focus on token listings, regulated digital asset infrastructure, enterprise-grade compliance frameworks, and institutional RWA tokenisation.
The merger is expected to result in the combined company being listed on the Nasdaq under a new ticker symbol, subject to meeting closing conditions.
Commenting on the combined entity, CEO of VerifyMe, Adam Stedham, says: “We are pleased to announce the next step in our plan to merge with Open World to align our complementary strengths.”
Matt Shaw, co-founder and CEO of Open World, adds that “bringing together complementary capabilities enables us to operate at the scale and governance standards required for real-world asset tokenisation to transition from early adoption into mainstream financial markets.”
According to Open World, the merger builds on prior initiatives including the establishment of the RWA Center of Excellence in Saudi Arabia.
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