TORONTO, May 15, 2024 /CNW/ - The INX Digital Company, Inc. (Cboe CA: INXD) (OTCQB: INXDF) (INXATS: INX), the owner of INX.One, a security token and digital asset trading platform, U.S. broker-dealer, alternative trading system, transfer agent, and inter-dealer broker (through its subsidiaries), has been notified by OpenDeal Inc. (dba Republic) ("Republic") that despite the challenging funding environment, Republic remains committed to exploring the potential acquisition of the entire share capital of INX (the "Acquisition") as contemplated under the term sheet between INX and Republic dated June 15, 2023 (the "Term Sheet"). Both parties remain optimistic about future opportunities and are actively pursuing solutions to bring their shared vision to fruition.
Republic acknowledged that INX will not extend the "drop-dead-date" for execution of the definitive agreement in connection with the Acquisition under the Term Sheet, which will lapse on May 15, 2024, in accordance with its terms. The parties have agreed to keep the lines of communication open and may resume discussions with respect to the Acquisition should INX determine it be in the best interests of INX at the time.
The parties decided to continue strengthening their relationship under their existing collaboration agreement, which they believe has increased efficiency, mutual value creation, and reduced costs. This ongoing relationship has already yielded benefits for both parties.
Shy Datika, CEO of INX, stated, "Our commercial relationship with Republic has demonstrated notable progress, yielding significant business opportunities for both entities. We remain dedicated to fostering this successful collaboration and remain receptive to further strengthening our strategic ties should it be mutually beneficial."
About INX:
INX provides regulated trading platforms for digital securities and cryptocurrencies. With the combination of traditional markets expertise and a disruptive fintech approach, INX provides state-of-the-art solutions to modern financial problems. INX is led by an experienced and dedicated team of business, finance, and technology veterans with the shared vision of redefining the world of capital markets via blockchain technology and a disciplined regulatory approach.
About The INX Digital Company, Inc.:
INX is the holding company for the INX Group, which includes regulated trading platforms for digital securities and cryptocurrencies. The INX Group's vision is to be the preferred global regulated hub for digital assets on the blockchain. The INX Group's overall mission is to bring communities together and empower them with financial innovation. Our journey started with our initial public token offering of the INX Token in which we raised US$84 million. The INX Group is shaping the blockchain asset industry through its willingness to work in a regulated environment with oversight from regulators like the SEC and FINRA. For more information, please visit the INX Group website here.
About Republic:
Headquartered in New York City, Republic is a global financial firm operating an enterprise-focused digital merchant bank and a multi-jurisdictional retail-focused investment platforms network. Backed by Valor Equity Partners, Galaxy Interactive, Morgan Stanley, Hashed, AngelList, and other leading institutions, Republic boasts a portfolio of over 1500 companies and a community of nearly 3M members from over 100 countries. More than $2 billion has been deployed through investment platforms, funds, and firms within the Republic family of companies. Republic has established operations in the US, the UK, the UAE, South Korea, and Singapore.
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