CEPT: 15-12G · acquisition merger
Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. has filed a Form 15 to terminate its registration under Section 12(g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and suspend its duty to file reports with the SEC. The termination is effective as of July 1, 2026, due to the consummation of a previously announced business combination where Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. merged with Pinecrest Merger Sub, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Securitize Corp. Consequently, the company reported that there are no holders of record of its Class A ordinary shares as of the certification date, noting that this filing does not affect the reporting obligations of the surviving entity, Securitize Corp.
CEPT: 8-K · acquisition merger
Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. completed its business combination with Securitize, Inc. on July 1, 2026, resulting in CEPT merging with and into its merger sub. The company requested that Nasdaq suspend trading of its Class A ordinary shares effective July 2, 2026, and plans to file a Form 15 to deregister. The successor entity, Pubco, commenced trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "SECZ". Contemporaneous with the merger, the company closed a private placement of 19,735,000 shares at $10.00 per share, generating gross proceeds of approximately $197 million. Holders of 6,842,508 shares elected to redeem their shares in connection with the transaction.
CEPT: 25-NSE · delisting
Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. has filed a Form 25-NSE, which serves as the official notification for the removal of its securities from listing and registration on a national securities exchange. This filing marks the formal end of the company's status as a listed entity on the exchange, typically leading to the shares trading solely on over-the-counter markets or ceasing trading entirely.
Securitize Completes Business Combination with Cantor Equity Partners II
Securitize has completed its business combination with Cantor Equity Partners II, with the combined company's common stock expected to commence trading on the NYSE under the ticker symbol SECZ on July 2, 2026. The platform reports over $4 billion in assets brought onchain and highlights collaborations with major financial institutions, including BlackRock, Apollo, and the New York Stock Exchange. CEO Carlos Domingo stated that the public listing enables the company to continue building the trusted infrastructure required for institutional adoption of blockchain-based capital markets.
CEPT: 8-K · proxy statement
Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. shareholders voted to approve the business combination with Securitize, Inc., a digital assets platform. All proposals, including the approval of the merger agreement, issuance of shares for the transaction, and amendments to the company's charter, received majority approval. As part of the meeting, shareholders holding approximately 6.8 million shares elected to redeem their stock for roughly $72.5 million from the trust account. This redemption represents about 22% of the public float, leaving approximately 17.2 million public shares outstanding following the transaction. The company expects to complete the business combination promptly now that shareholder approvals have been secured and closing conditions are being satisfied.
Securitize and Cantor Equity Partners II Business Combination Expected to Raise Approximately $400 million in Gross Proceeds and Announce Expected Closing of Business Combination and NYSE Listing
Cantor Equity Partners II (CEPT) announced that holders of less than 30% of shares elected to redeem, resulting in 71.5% trust retention for its merger with Securitize. The transaction is expected to close on July 1, 2026, pending shareholder approval, generating approximately $400 million in gross proceeds including PIPE financing. Upon closing, the combined company will rename to Securitize Corp. and list on the NYSE under the ticker "SECZ" starting July 2.
Continental Stock Transfer & Trust Selects Securitize as Preferred Tokenization Provider
Securitize, the proposed merger target of CEPT, announced a partnership with Continental Stock Transfer & Trust to become a preferred tokenization provider for Continental's issuer base. The collaboration grants Securitize access to Continental's network of SPACs, IPOs, and public companies, positioning its regulated blockchain infrastructure for broader adoption in traditional capital markets. The business combination remains on track with a special shareholder meeting scheduled for June 29, 2026; upon closing, the combined company is expected to trade on the NYSE under the ticker symbol SECZ.
Securitize Expands STAC, Tokenized AAA CLO Fund, to Solana
Securitize, the private company behind SPAC ticker CEPT, announced that its tokenized AAA CLO fund (STAC) has expanded to the Solana blockchain. Ethena Labs, a major player in crypto-native finance, plans to allocate $250 million to the fund, marking one of the largest commitments to tokenized structured credit on Solana. The deal underscores growing institutional demand for real-world assets onchain, with BNY serving as custodian and sub-adviser for the fund.
Securitize and Cantor Equity Partners II Announce SEC Declaration of Effectiveness of Registration Statement on Form S-4
The SEC has declared effective the Form S-4 registration statement for the proposed business combination between Securitize and Cantor Equity Partners II (CEPT). This regulatory clearance is a pivotal milestone, moving the transaction substantially closer to closing. CEPT shareholders will vote on the deal at a special meeting on June 29, 2026. Upon closing, the combined entity will operate as Securitize Corp. and trade on the NYSE under the ticker symbol SECZ. Securitize highlighted $4B+ in assets under management and expanded partnerships with major financial institutions including BlackRock and the NYSE.
Securitize Reports First Quarter 2026 Results
Securitize reported record Q1 2026 revenue of $19.5 million, up 39% year-over-year, driven by a 201% surge in asset servicing revenue despite a slight decline in tokenization revenue. The company achieved Adjusted EBITDA of $0.8 million, a significant improvement from the $4.1 million loss in the prior year period, while reporting a GAAP net loss of $7.9 million ($0.88 per diluted share). Strategic momentum is evident with new partnerships including NYSE for tokenized securities, Uniswap for BlackRock’s BUIDL fund liquidity, and Computershare for issuer-sponsored tokens, alongside a pending SPAC merger with Cantor Equity Partners II (CEPT) expected to list as SECZ.
Securitize, Jump Trading Group, and Jupiter Launch Fully Onchain, Regulated Trading for Tokenized Equities
Securitize, the proposed target of CEPT, launched fully onchain, regulated trading for tokenized equities in collaboration with Jump Trading Group and Jupiter. The integration leverages Jump's PropAMM for liquidity on Solana and Jupiter's distribution interface, aiming to provide institutional-grade secondary market trading that complies with existing regulations like Regulation NMS. Securitize currently manages over $4 billion in AUM and partners with firms like BlackRock and Apollo; the SPAC merger with CEPT is still expected to close in the first half of 2026.
Securitize Receives Approval to Enable Custody and Atomic Settlement for Tokenized Securities
Securitize, the proposed business combination target of CEPT, received FINRA approval to custody tokenized securities and facilitate atomic settlement within its broker-dealer. This regulatory first allows Securitize Markets to act as an underwriter and selling group participant, enabling real-time, onchain settlement within a regulated framework. The proposed business combination is expected to close in the first half of 2026, with the combined company set to list under the ticker symbol 'SECZ'.
Securitize and Computershare Announce An Agreement to Enable Tokenized Shares for U.S. Issuers
Securitize, which is set to merge with CEPT, announced an agreement with global transfer agent Computershare to enable U.S. issuers to offer tokenized equity known as Issuer-Sponsored Tokens (ISTs). The partnership allows public companies to issue direct equity tokens alongside traditional shares, giving shareholders the option to hold assets in a digital wallet without relying on derivative structures. Securitize currently manages over $4 billion in assets and counts firms like BlackRock and Hamilton Lane as partners, with the business combination with CEPT expected to close in the first half of 2026.
Securitize Fund Services and Upshift Partner to Deliver Institutional-Grade Reporting for Onchain Vaults
Securitize Fund Services, a target of CEPT, partnered with Upshift to provide independent, audit-ready reporting infrastructure for onchain vaults. The integration aims to bridge the gap between onchain capital deployment and institutional requirements by offering performance transparency and tax-ready data. The proposed business combination between Securitize and Cantor Equity Partners II (CEPT) is expected to close in the first half of 2026.
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Securitize, Inc. ("Securitize") Appoints Sunil Sabharwal to Board of Directors
Securitize, Inc., the proposed merger target of Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc., appointed Sunil Sabharwal to its Board of Directors to strengthen its financial infrastructure expertise. Sabharwal is a former IMF U.S. Executive Director and veteran of the global payments sector, having served in leadership roles at Earthport, Ogone, and First Data. The appointment comes as the proposed business combination with CEPT remains on track for completion in the first half of 2026, with the combined company set to list under the ticker SECZ.
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