Business merger agreement

VerifyMe and Open world Merger

Analysis based on 8 articles · First reported Feb 12, 2026 · Last updated Feb 17, 2026

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The merger between VerifyMe Inc. and Open world Ltd. is expected to create a stronger entity in the digital asset and tokenization sector, potentially boosting investor confidence in the regulated digital asset market. This could lead to increased shareholder value for VerifyMe Inc. and a positive outlook for the combined company's future listing on Nasdaq.

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Event Summary

VerifyMe Inc. and Open world Ltd. have signed a definitive merger agreement to combine their operations, focusing on digital asset and tokenization services. The merged entity aims to provide regulated digital asset infrastructure, enterprise-grade compliance, and institutional real-world asset tokenization across multiple jurisdictions. Adam Stedham, CEO of VerifyMe Inc., and Matthew Shaw, co-founder and CEO of Open world Ltd., both expressed optimism about the strategic alignment and market potential. The combined company is anticipated to be listed on Nasdaq under a new ticker symbol, pending shareholder approval and regulatory clearances from the United States===United States Securities and Exchange Commission by Q2 2026. VerifyMe Inc. has also approved the termination of its at-the-market equity program in connection with this transaction.

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100 VerifyMe signed merger agreement Open world

100 Open world signed merger agreement VerifyMe

70 VerifyMe approved termination of at-the-market equity program

Entities Involved

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VerifyMe

VerifyMe Inc. has signed a merger agreement with Open world Ltd. to combine operations in the digital asset and tokenization sector. This move is expected to create a combined platform focused on regulated digital asset infrastructure and real-world asset tokenization, potentially increasing shareholder value.

Importance 90 Sentiment 60

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Open world

Open world Ltd. has entered into a merger agreement with VerifyMe Inc., aiming to leverage its blockchain infrastructure and real-world asset tokenization platform within a combined, publicly listed entity. This merger represents a significant inflection point for the company.

Importance 90 Sentiment 60

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Adam Stedham

As CEO of VerifyMe Inc., Adam Stedham expressed satisfaction with the merger agreement, highlighting the alignment of complementary strengths and the potential for durable infrastructure and long-term shareholder value.

Importance 70 Sentiment 50

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Matthew Shaw

As co-founder and CEO of Open world Ltd., Matthew Shaw views the merger agreement as a meaningful inflection point, driven by accelerating institutional demand for regulated digital asset infrastructure.

Importance 70 Sentiment 50

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Nasdaq

The combined company is expected to be listed on Nasdaq under a new ticker symbol, subject to customary closing conditions and listing requirements. Nasdaq serves as the exchange for VerifyMe Inc. and will host the merged entity.

Importance 40 Sentiment 0

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United States===United States Securities and Exchange Commission

Regulatory filings with the United States===United States Securities and Exchange Commission are anticipated by the second quarter of 2026 as part of the merger process. The United States===United States Securities and Exchange Commission will review the transaction.

Importance 30 Sentiment 0

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Adam Stedham related ↔ VerifyMe

Matthew Shaw related ↔ Open world

VerifyMe related ↔ Open world

Matthew Shaw related ↔ VerifyMe

Adam Stedham related ↔ Open world

Adam Stedham related ↔ Matthew Shaw

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