In a strategic move to digitize real-world assets, OpenWorld and VerifyMe have completed their business combination and will launch a blockchain-based tokenization platform.
Key points
•OpenWorld and VerifyMe business combination
•Blockchain-based tokenization platform launch
•Dual listing on NASDAQ and Figure OPEN
On October 1, 2026, the combined company will change its name to 'OpenWorld' and begin trading on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol ‘OPNW’. OpenWorld also plans to pursue an additional listing on Figure OPEN by November 2026.
Matthew Shaw, CEO of OpenWorld, and Russ McMeekin, Group President, bring extensive experience in technology and blockchain projects. Their goal is to provide institutional investors with access to tokenized real-world assets, leveraging the combined platform’s capabilities.
With a history dating back to 2023, OpenWorld has been at the forefront of developing infrastructure for real-world asset tokenization and financial structuring.