M&A
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Functional Brands signs binding LOI to acquire BullionFX assets for $142.9M in stock
Functional Brands Inc.
- Will acquire Alchemy blockchain infrastructure and related assets from BullionFX Ltd.
- Consideration of ~$142.9M in preferred stock convertible to common stock pending shareholder approval.
- Assets include gold-backed stablecoins, DeFi protocols, and real-time audit mechanisms.
- Binding exclusivity and due diligence period until May 31, 2026; LOI terminates June 15 if no definitive agreement.
- CEO calls acquisition transformational; aims to bridge physical gold markets with decentralized finance.