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Figure Agrees $717 Million Kiavi Acquisition to Expand Blockchain-Based Lending Ecosystem (FIGR)June 10, 2026 8:29 AM
IH Market News Deal Brings Real Estate Lending Platform Into Figure’s Network Figure Technology Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:FIGR) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Kiavi, an AI-driven lending platform focused on residential real estate investors, in a transaction valued at $717 million. As part of the deal, Kiavi’s balance sheet assets will be acquired by a joint venture formed by Figure and global investment firm Sixth Street. Kiavi provides financing solutions to property investors seeking to purchase, renovate and rent residential real estate. Its offerings include short-term Residential Transition Loans as well as longer-duration Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) loans for rental properties. Acquisition Expected to Increase Marketplace Volume Figure expects the transaction to significantly expand activity across its lending and capital markets platforms. The company said Kiavi will contribute more than $7 billion in annual first-lien origination volume to its Figure Connect marketplace, while also adding more than $100 million per month to Democratized Prime, its blockchain-native warehouse funding platform. Management estimates the acquisition opens access to an addressable origination market worth approximately $200 billion annually, all of which can potentially be processed through Figure’s tokenized infrastructure. Strengthening Figure’s Blockchain Strategy Figure said it currently represents approximately 75% of real-world asset tokenization activity and believes the addition of Kiavi will further accelerate adoption of blockchain-based capital markets solutions. The company expects the combined business to support its medium-term EBITDA margin target of 60%, while also delivering earnings-per-share accretion and achieving an unlevered cash payback period of less than four years. New AI Applications Planned Following Acquisition The acquired lending platform will also play a key role in the rollout of Adaptor, Figure’s latest artificial intelligence product. Kiavi’s asset class is expected to become the first application of Adaptor, which has been designed to facilitate agent-to-agent onboarding across both Figure Connect and Democratized Prime. “Figure is relentless in our pursuit of moving the capital markets onto blockchain rails, and nine months past our successful IPO, this Kiavi transaction is a further pole vault into tokenization, first-lien diversification and our agentic AI platform,” said Michael Tannenbaum, Figure CEO. Leadership Team to Be Expanded Following completion of the transaction, Kiavi Chief Executive Officer Arvind Mohan will join Figure’s executive leadership team as Chief Business Officer. Kiavi generated more than $250 million in revenue and over $100 million in EBITDA during the previous year, providing a profitable addition to Figure’s growing platform. Barclays Capital Inc. acted as exclusive financial adviser to Figure and Sixth Street, while Jefferies LLC served as exclusive financial adviser to Kiavi. More about Figure Technology Solutions Figure Technology Solutions is a financial technology company focused on digitising lending, capital markets and asset management through blockchain infrastructure. The company operates platforms designed to tokenise real-world assets, automate financial transactions and improve capital efficiency using blockchain and artificial intelligence technologies. Figure Technology Solutions stock price Original: Figure Agrees $717 Million Kiavi Acquisition to Expand Blockchain-Based Lending Ecosystem (FIGR)
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2月前
OpenWorld and Figure Technology Solutions to Pursue Tokenization of OpenWorld Securities on Figure's OPEN NetworkMay 5, 2026 8:15 AM
Business Wire OpenWorld plans to bring its equity to Figure's OPEN as public markets move onchain OpenWorld Ltd. ("OpenWorld"), a blockchain innovation company advancing real-world asset (RWA) tokenization globally, and Figure Technology Solutions, Inc. ("Figure") (NASDAQ: FIGR; OPEN: FGRS) today announced an agreement to tokenize OpenWorld's equity securities in connection with its proposed NASDAQ listing on Figure’s Onchain Public Equity Network (OPEN). The agreement marks a meaningful step in OpenWorld's tokenization strategy. Additionally, OpenWorld plans to use Figure Forge as a pathway to bring its private credit assets onchain and into Figure's Democratized Prime marketplace. The decision highlights OpenWorld's core conviction: that the infrastructure it is building for institutional and sovereign clients globally should first be proven on its own balance sheet. It follows OpenWorld's previously announced proposed merger with VerifyMe, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRME) as the company advances toward becoming a publicly traded entity (the “Merger”). Figure's OPEN is redesigning how public markets work from the ground up. If achieved effectively, OpenWorld would be able to give investors the power of choice by issuing on both NASDAQ and OPEN. On OPEN, investors own blockchain shares directly and can lend their holdings to earn yield while cross-collateralizing their crypto and equities, a benefit that is not widely available on traditional brokerages. Companies are given a smarter way to issue and manage equity, with real-time settlement, lower costs, and blockchain infrastructure built for a regulated environment. The agreement advances the foundations of equity infrastructure. "This agreement with Figure positions OpenWorld at a critical moment in the evolution of real-world asset tokenization. We are not building tokenization infrastructure for others while leaving our own securities on legacy rails," said Matt Shaw, co-founder and CEO of OpenWorld. "Tokenizing our equity on Figure's OPEN network demonstrates to our institutional partners that we are willing to go first." Recent developments from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission have provided greater clarity on digital asset classifications, and OpenWorld believes the window to establish a leadership position in compliant tokenized equities infrastructure is now, and it’s finite. These dynamics are shaping how equities are represented through blockchain-based frameworks, with the potential to enhance liquidity. "Investors have long had no real say in how their equity works for them, but OPEN changes that,” said Mike Cagney, executive chairman of Figure. “By having the ability to issue alongside NASDAQ, companies like OpenWorld would be able to give investors a genuine choice and, on OPEN, that choice comes with direct ownership, the ability to lend shares and keep the returns that traditionally went to prime brokers, and the ability to cross-collateralize crypto and equities for borrowing.” OpenWorld and Figure's agreement builds on OpenWorld's global expansion, including its RWA Center of Excellence. Together, they represent a broader bet that the future of public markets runs through blockchain infrastructure, and that OPEN is where that future is being built. For more information on OpenWorld, visit https://www.openworld.dev or follow OpenWorld on X. About OpenWorld
OpenWorld is a technology-powered digital assets and blockchain innovation company that co-architects and takes principal positions in enterprise blockchain initiatives alongside sovereign governments, institutional partners, and major enterprises. Since its founding in 2023, OpenWorld has advised on projects representing over $65 billion in aggregate network value and supported more than 20 companies backed by leading global venture firms, including a16z, Multicoin Capital, Dragonfly, and Founders Fund. The Company's capabilities span real-world asset tokenization, stablecoin infrastructure, capital markets advisory, governance structuring, and public markets strategy, with active engagements across the Gulf, Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia. OpenWorld is completing a reverse merger onto NASDAQ. To learn more, visit openworld.dev. About Figure Technology Solutions, Inc.
Figure Technology Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: FIGR; OPEN: FGRS) is a blockchain-native capital marketplace that seamlessly connects origination, funding, and secondary market activity. More than 300 partners use its loan origination system and capital marketplace. Collectively, Figure and its partners have originated over $24 billion of home equity to date, among other products, making Figure’s ecosystem the largest non-bank provider of HELOCs. The fastest growing components are Figure Connect, its consumer credit marketplace, and Democratized Prime, Figure’s on-chain lend-borrow marketplace. Figure's ecosystem also includes DART (Digital Asset Registry Technology) for asset custody and lien perfection, and $YLDS, an SEC-registered yield-bearing stablecoin that operates as a tokenized money market fund. Figure is the market leader in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization. The company has received AAA ratings from S&P and Moody’s on multiple loan securitizations, the first of its kind for blockchain finance. For more information, visit https://figure.com or follow Figure on LinkedIn. View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260505615719/en/ Media Contact
Company: OpenWorld Ltd.
Email: David@sunriseinspires.com Original: OpenWorld and Figure Technology Solutions to Pursue Tokenization of OpenWorld Securities on Figure's OPEN Network
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3月前
Bernstein Says Crypto Stocks May Be Approaching a Bottom Despite Weak Q1 OutlookApril 3, 2026 10:56 AM
IH Market News
Shares of companies tied to the cryptocurrency sector could be nearing a cyclical low, according to analysts at Bernstein, who said the recent downturn has created attractive entry points for investors.In a research note this week, the firm said geopolitical tensions combined with “temporary crypto weak sentiment is offering big discounts (~60% below 2025 peak) on crypto stocks.”Bernstein analyst Gautam Chhugani wrote that the sector continues to provide exposure to “trillion dollar markets with years of growth ahead,” including prediction markets, stablecoins, tokenized real-world assets and crypto derivatives.“We believe we will see a bottom in crypto stocks into weak Q1 earnings,” Chhugani wrote, pointing to what he described as deeply discounted valuations among leading companies in the space.According to Bernstein, Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) is currently trading at around 12 times its projected 2027 earnings, while Robinhood (NASDAQ:HOOD) is valued at about 18 times earnings and Figure (NASDAQ:FIGR) at roughly 25 times estimated 2027 EBITDA.The analyst also noted that Robinhood and Figure appear relatively insulated from swings in cryptocurrency trading activity.“Crypto is mere ~20% of HOOD revenues,” the report said, while Figure is described as “a pure blockchain tokenization business.”Bernstein expects Figure to generate around $12.8 billion in loan volumes in 2026, noting that monthly originations already surpassed $1 billion in March.For Robinhood, the firm projects revenue growth of roughly 30% between 2025 and 2027. That expansion is expected to be supported by increasing activity in prediction markets, a recovery in crypto trading volumes during the second half of 2026 and continued growth in non-trading revenue streams.Meanwhile, Bernstein forecasts that Coinbase could deliver earnings per share growth of about 23% in 2026, driven by expansion in stablecoins, derivatives trading and prediction markets.Bernstein maintains an Outperform rating on all three companies, arguing that the broader group of crypto-related equities is moving closer to a cyclical bottom.Coinbase stock priceRobinhood stock priceFigure Technology Solutions stock price
Original: Bernstein Says Crypto Stocks May Be Approaching a Bottom Despite Weak Q1 Outlook
US Market News
5月前
REX Shares Launches T-REX 2X FIGR (FGRU) & 2X APH (APHU) ETFsFebruary 18, 2026 6:00 AM
Business Wire
REX Shares (“REX”) and Tuttle Capital Management (“TCM”) today announce the launch of the T-REX 2X Long FIGR Daily Target ETF (Cboe: FGRU) and the T-REX 2X Long APH Daily Target ETF (Cboe: APHU) leveraged ETFs providing the first 2x daily long exposure to Figure Technology Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: FIGR) and Amphenol Corporation (NYSE: APH), respectively.
FGRU is designed to deliver 200% of FIGR’s daily performance giving traders a tool to gain exposure to a company using blockchain technology to reduce costs and increase efficiency in the private credit market place.
APHU is designed to deliver 200% of APH’s daily performance, offering traders a tool tied to one of the world’s largest providers of sensor and antenna solutions, serving a wide range of markets, including communications, data centers, IT aerospace/defense, automotive, and mobile networks.
“T-REX continues to lead in single-stock innovation, expanding where trader interest is strongest,” said Scott Acheychek, COO of REX. “FGRU and APHU give investors the first single-stock ETF access to blockchain-driven lending innovation and global advanced electronics leadership, respectively.”
“From blockchain-enabled private markets to the infrastructure powering global connectivity, these launches reflect the range of themes traders are focused on today,” added Matt Tuttle, CEO of Tuttle Capital Management. “FGRU and APHU seek 2x daily exposure to their underlying stocks, offering tactical tools for investors managing short-term views.”
This launch expands the T-REX ETF suite, which now includes over 40 leveraged and inverse single-stock ETFs, including first-to-market 2x exposures to Robinhood (ROBN), Nvidia (NVDX), and Tesla (TSLT).
Investing in the Fund is not equivalent to investing directly in FIGR and APH.
For full fund information, holdings, and risk disclosures, visit rexshares.com.
About T-REX
The T-REX lineup is a partnership between REX Shares and Tuttle Capital Management. T-REX is redefining single-stock ETFs with first-to-market leveraged and inverse exposures. Built to deliver 2x and -2x daily performance on some of the market’s most dynamic companies, T-REX funds give traders powerful tools to express high-conviction views. From being the first to launch 2x and -2x ETFs on Tesla (TSLT) and Nvidia (NVDX), to pioneering the first leveraged ETFs tied to spot Bitcoin (BTCL), T-REX continues to set the pace in ETF innovation. With more than 40 products already trading, the suite is constantly expanding to meet evolving investor demand for tactical, high-impact exposures. For more information, visit rexshares.com.
About REX Shares
REX Shares offers a suite of exchange-traded products built for both active traders and long-term investors, spanning income, crypto, thematic, and leveraged strategies. Whether making short-term trades, generating income from volatility, or investing in digital assets and emerging themes like drones, REX empowers investors to act on strong market views.
For more information, please visit rexshares.com.
About Tuttle Capital Management
Tuttle Capital Management is a leader in thematic and actively managed ETFs, leveraging an agile investment approach to align with market trends. Please visit www.tuttlecap.com for more information.
The Fund is not suitable for all investors. The Fund is designed to be utilized only by knowledgeable investors who understand the potential consequences of seeking daily leveraged (2x) investment results, understand the risks associated with the use of leverage and are willing to monitor their portfolios frequently. For periods longer than a single day, the Fund will lose money if performance is flat, and it is possible that the Fund will lose money even if performance increases over a period longer than a single day. An investor could lose the full principal value of his/her investment within a single day if the price falls by more than 50% in one trading day.
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses carefully before investing. For a prospectus with this and other information about the Fund, please click here or call 844-802-4004. Read the prospectus or summary prospectus carefully before investing.
Important Risks
Leverage Risk. The Fund obtains investment exposure in excess of its net assets by utilizing leverage and may lose more money in market conditions that are adverse to its investment objective than a fund that does not utilize leverage.
Derivatives Risk. Derivatives are financial instruments that derive value from the underlying reference asset or assets, such as stocks, bonds, or funds (including ETFs), interest rates or indexes.
Underlying Security Investing Risk. Issuer-specific attributes may cause an investment held by the Fund to be more volatile than the market generally.
Swaps Risk. The Fund expects to use swap agreements to achieve its investment objective, which may pose risks in addition to, and greater than, those associated with directly investing in securities or other investments.
Non-Diversification Risk. The Fund is classified as “non-diversified” under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended. This may increase the Fund’s volatility and increase the risk that the Fund’s performance will decline based on the performance of a single issuer or the credit of a single counterparty.
New Fund Risk. As of the date of this prospectus, the Fund has no operating history and currently has fewer assets than larger funds.
Distributor: Foreside Fund Services, LLC, member FINRA, not affiliated with REX Shares or the Funds’ investment advisor.
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260218232099/en/
For media inquiries, please contact:
Gregory for REX — rexfin@gregoryagency.com
Matthew Tuttle for Tuttle Capital — mtuttle@TuttleCap.com
Original: REX Shares Launches T-REX 2X FIGR (FGRU) & 2X APH (APHU) ETFs
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