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Open World and VerifyMe Sign Merger Agreement
The merger positions the combined entity as a leading infrastructure provider in the digital asset and tokenization sector.
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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VerifyMe, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRME), a provider of authentication and precision logistics technologies, and Open World Ltd., a blockchain infrastructure and real-world asset tokenization platform, have announced the execution of a merger agreement. The combined entity is expected to focus on token listings, regulated digital asset infrastructure, enterprise-grade compliance frameworks, and institutional real-world asset tokenization across multiple jurisdictions.
Why it matters
The merger represents a significant development in the digital asset and tokenization industry, as the combined company aims to deliver durable infrastructure and governance to support innovation and long-term shareholder value. The deal comes as institutional demand for regulated digital asset infrastructure continues to accelerate, and real-world asset tokenization transitions from early adoption into mainstream financial markets.
The details
Under the agreement, the combined entity is expected to be listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market under a new ticker symbol, subject to customary closing conditions, including approvals from VerifyMe's shareholders and the Nasdaq listing. The boards of both companies have unanimously approved the signing of the agreement, and regulatory filings with the SEC and Nasdaq, as well as shareholder approvals, are anticipated by the second quarter of 2026.
- The merger agreement was signed on February 12, 2026.
- Regulatory filings with the SEC and Nasdaq, as well as shareholder approvals, are anticipated by the second quarter of 2026.
The players
VerifyMe, Inc.
A provider of authentication and precision logistics technologies.
Open World Ltd.
A blockchain infrastructure and real-world asset tokenization platform.
Adam Stedham
CEO of VerifyMe.
Matt Shaw
Co-founder and CEO of Open World.
What they’re saying
“We are pleased to announce the next step in our plan to merge with Open World to align our complementary strengths. We believe the combined platform will deliver durable infrastructure and governance that supports digital asset innovation and long-term shareholder value.”
— Adam Stedham, CEO of VerifyMe
“This agreement represents a meaningful inflection point for both organizations. As institutional demand for regulated digital asset infrastructure continues to accelerate, bringing together complementary capabilities enables us to operate at the scale and governance standards required for real-world asset tokenization to transition from early adoption into mainstream financial markets.”
— Matt Shaw, Co-founder and CEO of Open World
What’s next
Regulatory filings with the SEC and Nasdaq, as well as shareholder approvals, are anticipated by the second quarter of 2026, subject to customary conditions and review processes.
The takeaway
The merger between VerifyMe and Open World positions the combined entity as a leading provider of digital asset and tokenization infrastructure, catering to the growing institutional demand for regulated solutions as real-world asset tokenization transitions into the mainstream financial markets.
