Securitize Secures SEC Approval for NYSE Listing via Cantor SPAC
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InfrastructureSecuritize has secured SEC approval for its merger with Cantor Equity Partners II, a SPAC deal that values the tokenization platform at $1.25 billion. Shareholders are set to vote on the merger on June 29, 2026, which would facilitate a listing on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker SECZ. This development represents a major regulatory milestone for the RWA sector, as Securitize currently manages over $4 billion in tokenized assets. The company reported $19.5 million in Q1 2026 revenue, reflecting a 39% year-over-year growth that underscores rising institutional demand. By operating as a vertically integrated platform, Securitize bridges traditional finance and blockchain, supported by partnerships with major firms like BlackRock, Apollo, and VanEck. The broader RWA market has reached $32 billion in on-chain value as of May 2026, marking a 220% increase over the previous year. A successful public listing for Securitize could serve as a bellwether for other blockchain-native firms seeking to enter public markets while validating the industry's push for regulatory compliance.
Key points
- Securitize SEC-approved SPAC merger with Cantor Equity Partners II targets $1.25 billion valuation.
- Shareholder vote scheduled for June 29, 2026, for NYSE listing under ticker SECZ.
- Securitize manages $4 billion in assets with Q1 2026 revenue reaching $19.5 million.
- Total on-chain RWA value hit $32 billion in May 2026, growing 220% annually.
Background
Securitize is a vertically integrated platform founded in 2017 that provides transfer agent, broker-dealer, and trading system services for tokenized assets. It enables the issuance and management of traditional financial instruments, such as private credit and equities, on blockchain infrastructure to improve liquidity and operational efficiency.