VerifyMe and Open World Sign Merger Agreement
Technology firms VerifyMe and Open World have signed an agreement to merge. The companies aim to create a regulated, NASDAQ-listed entity focused on tokenizing real-world assets.
VerifyMe, Inc., a US-based provider of authentication and precision logistics technologies, and Open World Ltd., a blockchain infrastructure and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization platform, have executed an Agreement and Plan of Merger. The companies announced the agreement on February 12, 2026, with the stated goal of positioning the combined entity as a key infrastructure provider in the digital asset and tokenization sector.
The merged company is expected to concentrate on token listings, regulated digital asset infrastructure, enterprise-grade compliance frameworks, and cross-jurisdictional RWA tokenization. This strategic alignment addresses the increasing institutional demand for regulated digital asset infrastructure, aiming to facilitate the transition of RWA tokenization from early adoption to mainstream financial markets.
Open World has previously announced initiatives including the establishment of a national-scale RWA Center of Excellence in Saudi Arabia and an infrastructure collaboration with Abstract. RWA tokenization activity is reportedly gaining momentum in the United States and Saudi Arabia, with significant asset classes anticipated to be brought onto the Open World platform as regulatory clarity advances and institutional participation expands.
Upon completion, the combined company is expected to be listed on The Nasdaq Capital Market under a new ticker symbol, subject to customary closing conditions. These include approval from VerifyMe's shareholders and satisfaction of listing requirements. Industry observers note that such mergers can consolidate market positions and enhance compliance capabilities in the rapidly evolving digital asset space.