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VerifyMe becomes OpenWorld: Nasdaq tokenization platform with Figure and Blockchain.com - valued at half the reference (AC Research)

VerifyMe, Inc. (VRME) is merging with OpenWorld, a tokenization platform, with partners Figure (FIGR) and Blockchain.com. The deal, valued at 200M USD, is set to close by 31 Oct 2026. Existing VRME shareholders will own about 10% of the combined company, which aims to tokenize real-world assets. The current market value is around 100M USD, half the reference value. The merger requires shareholder approval on 24 Sep 2026.

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Published Sep 18, 2026, 2:45 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$VRMENeutralMed
01

Why it matters

The effective S‑4 filing and upcoming shareholder vote constitute the first public disclosure of the deal, making it a primary market‑moving event for the micro‑cap.

02

Market read

First‑report of a micro‑cap merger that could pioneer blockchain‑based share trading, with immediate voting deadline driving short‑term price action.

03

What to watch

Potential regulatory scrutiny of blockchain‑based share registries and the need for Nasdaq approval.

Relevance 6/10Novelty 7/10Timing: vote deadline 23 Sep 2026

Background

VerifyMe, a $10 M Nasdaq logistics firm, is merging via reverse merger with OpenWorld to create a tokenized Nasdaq‑listed entity, partnering with Figure and Blockchain.com.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$VRMENeutralMedium confidence
Context

SEC declared the Form S-4 registration effective, enabling VerifyMe's reverse merger into OpenWorld and a shareholder vote on 24 Sep 2026.

Expected impact

Potential sharp move up or down on vote outcome; volatility expected around the 24 Sep deadline.

Evidence & confidence

The primary disclosure is the effective registration and upcoming vote; market reaction will hinge on shareholder approval.

Market effects

Sector

Highlights growing interest in tokenized securities within the fintech and blockchain sectors.

Regional

May draw attention to US micro‑caps pursuing blockchain integration.

Global

Signals potential regulatory and market‑structure shifts for tokenized assets worldwide.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

Even if approved, the dilution and execution risk could outweigh the novelty of blockchain trading.

Key entities

  • company
    VerifyMe

    Micro‑cap Nasdaq logistics firm undergoing reverse merger.

  • company
    OpenWorld

    Tokenization platform targeting real‑world assets.

  • company
    Figure

    Fintech partner providing blockchain tokenization infrastructure.

  • company
    Blockchain.com

    Wallet provider and strategic investor in OpenWorld.

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