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ZOOZ Shareholders Approve $180 Million Deal to Launch Bitcoin Treasury

Closing is targeted for next week with roughly 95% of net proceeds slated for Bitcoin purchases pending routine approvals.

Overview

  • The vote authorized the $180 million PIPE, related share and warrant issuance, and an increase in authorized share capital.
  • ZOOZ says it would be the first company dual-listed on Nasdaq and TASE to formalize a Bitcoin reserve once the transaction closes.
  • The company expects to close during the week of September 22, subject to customary closing conditions and exchange compliance.
  • Approximately 95% of net proceeds, after repaying promissory notes, are earmarked for Bitcoin; outside estimates put potential purchases near 1,470 BTC at current prices.
  • Alberto Franco and Jonas Grossman will join the board at closing, and shares spiked following the approval, according to market data reports.