Digital asset securities firm Securitize has entered into a definitive agreement to become a publicly traded company through a $1.25 billion special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) merger. The transaction, supported by investment management giant BlackRock, will combine Securitize with a SPAC affiliate of Cantor Fitzgerald, one of the world’s leading financial services firms.
Upon completion of the merger, Securitize common stock is expected to list on the Nasdaq Global Market, marking a significant milestone for the digital asset tokenization sector. This public listing represents one of the largest SPAC combinations in the blockchain and digital securities space to date.
Securitize has established itself as a pioneer in tokenizing real-world assets, providing infrastructure for issuing and managing digital securities on blockchain networks. The company’s technology enables traditional financial instruments to be represented as digital tokens, creating new opportunities for liquidity and accessibility in private markets.
The merger comes at a time of growing institutional interest in blockchain-based financial solutions. BlackRock’s continued support underscores the increasing convergence between traditional finance and digital asset technologies. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals and shareholder consent, with the final listing expected to provide Securitize with additional capital to expand its tokenization platform and global market presence.
