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Fold Holdings, Inc.

Finance Services · FLD

follow-on priced Nasdaq Capital Market EFFECT

Fold Holdings, Inc. IPO research page with SEC filing history, offering status, deal terms, structured filing extracts, company news, and comparable IPO context. Latest filing: EFFECT on 2026-05-21. Current deal snapshot: exchange Nasdaq Capital Market.

Filing Timeline

SEC EDGAR
EFFECT effective
SEC effectiveness notice
SEC declared the registration statement effective, allowing the offering to proceed.
Follows CERT and marks the registration effective.
2026-05-21 · 9999999995-26-001725
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 8-A12B and confirms the priced prospectus.
9,282,287 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq Capital Market · Ticker FLD
2026-05-20 · 0001193125-26-232735
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows S-1/A and confirms the priced prospectus.
49,161,055 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq Capital Market · Ticker FLD · 925,590 SATS Warrants and 12,434,658 shares issuable upon exercise of public warrants
2026-05-20 · 0001193125-26-232734
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows S-1 and confirms the priced prospectus.
9,282,287 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq Capital Market · Ticker FLD · Warrants exercisable at $11.50 per share
2026-05-12 · 0001193125-26-219559
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows DRS and confirms the priced prospectus.
49,161,055 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD · 925,590 SATS Warrants to purchase common stock and 12,434,658 shares issuable upon exercise of public warrants
2026-05-12 · 0001193125-26-219519
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
49,161,055 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD · 925,590 SATS Warrants to Purchase Shares of Common Stock and 12,434,658 Shares of Common Stock Issuable Upon Exercise of the Public Warrants · Use of proceeds To support operating business and financing transactions
2026-04-08 · 0001193125-26-147945
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2026-04-08 · 0001193125-26-147944
EFFECT effective
SEC effectiveness notice
SEC declared the registration statement effective, allowing the offering to proceed.
Follows EFFECT and marks the registration effective.
The SEC issued a Notice of Effectiveness for Fold Holdings, Inc.'s registration statement (File No. 333-288623), declaring it effective on March 24, 2026 (accession number 0001213900-26-029253). The current submission type is POS AM, and the notice does not include additional substantive disclosures beyond the effectiveness details.
2026-03-24 · 9999999995-26-000918
EFFECT effective
SEC effectiveness notice
SEC declared the registration statement effective, allowing the offering to proceed.
Follows EFFECT and marks the registration effective.
This filing is a SEC “Notice of Effectiveness” indicating that the relevant registration statement became effective on March 24, 2026 for Fold Holdings, Inc. The notice identifies the company’s CIK and the specific SEC file number for the effective registration.
2026-03-24 · 9999999995-26-000917
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
9,282,287 shares
common · Exchange Nasdaq Capital Market · Ticker FLD · Warrants exercisable for one share of common stock at $11.50 per share
2026-03-23 · 0001193125-26-119099
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2026-03-23 · 0001193125-26-119098
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
49,161,055 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq Capital Market · Ticker FLD · 925,590 SATS Warrants to Purchase Shares of Common Stock; 12,434,658 Shares of Common Stock Issuable Upon Exercise of the Public Warrants
2026-03-17 · 0001193125-26-110871
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
9,282,287 shares
Common · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD · Warrants exercisable for one share of common stock at $11.50 per share
2026-03-17 · 0001193125-26-110870
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2026-03-17 · 0001193125-26-110762
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2026-03-17 · 0001193125-26-110761
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2026-03-04 · 0001193125-26-091867
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
49,161,055 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD · 925,590 SATS Warrants to Purchase Shares of Common Stock (exercise price $11.50 per share)
2026-03-04 · 0001193125-26-091866
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
9,282,287 shares
COMMON · Exchange NASDAQ · Ticker FLD · Warrants exercisable for one share of common stock at $11.50 per share · Use of proceeds Debt repayment and working capital
2026-02-27 · 0001193125-26-082616
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
49,161,055 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq Capital Market · Ticker FLD · 925,590 SATS Warrants to Purchase Shares of Common Stock at $11.50 exercise price · Use of proceeds Repayment of debt and other corporate purposes
2026-02-27 · 0001193125-26-082615
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
9,282,287 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD
2026-02-13 · 0001193125-26-051808
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
49,161,055 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD · 925,590 SATS Warrants to Purchase Shares of Common Stock and 12,434,658 Shares Issuable Upon Exercise of Public Warrants
2026-02-13 · 0001193125-26-051807
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2026-01-30 · 0001193125-26-031373
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
9,282,287 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq Capital Market · Ticker FLD · Warrants exercisable for one share of common stock at $11.50 per share · Flags units, warrants
2026-01-30 · 0001193125-26-031372
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
9,282,287 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq Capital Market · Ticker FLD · Warrants exercisable for one share of common stock at $11.50 per share
2025-11-25 · 0001193125-25-293910
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
49,161,055 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD · SATS Warrants to Purchase Shares of Common Stock · Flags warrants
2025-11-25 · 0001193125-25-293909
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows EFFECT and confirms the priced prospectus.
2025-11-10 · 0001193125-25-274346
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2025-11-10 · 0001193125-25-274345
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows S-1/A and confirms the priced prospectus.
2025-10-02 · 0001193125-25-227165
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2025-10-02 · 0001193125-25-227152
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows S-1 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2025-09-11 · 0000950170-25-114226
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
9,282,287 shares
Common · Exchange Nasdaq Capital Market · Ticker FLD · Warrants exercisable for one share of common stock at $11.50 per share · Flags warrants
2025-08-25 · 0000950170-25-111219
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2025-08-25 · 0000950170-25-111192
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
9,282,287 shares
Common Stock of Fold Holdings, Inc. · Exchange Nasdaq Capital Market · Ticker FLD · Warrants exercisable for one share of common stock at $11.50 per share
2025-08-14 · 0000950170-25-108911
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2025-08-14 · 0000950170-25-108910
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2025-08-12 · 0000950170-25-107369
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
49,161,055 shares
Common Stock and Warrants · Exchange Nasdaq Capital Market · Ticker FLD · SATS Warrants exercisable for common stock at $11.50 · Flags warrants
2025-08-12 · 0000950170-25-107368
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2025-08-11 · 0001213900-25-074298
EFFECT effective
SEC effectiveness notice
SEC declared the registration statement effective, allowing the offering to proceed.
Follows S-1/A and marks the registration effective.
Fold Holdings, Inc. has received effectiveness for its S-1 registration statement, enabling the resale of up to 9,282,287 shares of common stock by selling stockholders. The shares include 9,207,287 issued under an Equity Purchase Facility Agreement with SZOP Opportunities I, LLC and 75,000 Placement Shares to Cohen & Company Securities, LLC. The company will not receive proceeds from the resale but may secure up to $250 million from SZOP under the Facility, contingent on market conditions and regulatory approvals. The stock is listed on Nasdaq under 'FLD.'
2025-08-01 · 9999999995-25-002453
S-1/A amended
Amended registration statement
Updated registration statement filed after SEC comments or deal changes.
Updates the prior S-1 filing.
9,282,287 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD · Selling stockholders only · Use of proceeds Selling stockholders will receive proceeds from the resale of shares · Underwriters SZOP Opportunities I, LLC
Fold Holdings, Inc. submitted an amended S-1/A filing on July 28, 2025, updating its initial registration statement. The filing includes finalized registration details, an amendment designation, and updated dates. Key corporate information such as the company's name, incorporation state (Delaware), and Employer Identification Number (EIN) remain consistent with the previous S-1 filing from July 11, 2025. The changes primarily reflect procedural updates to the registration process.
2025-07-28 · 0001213900-25-068264
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows EFFECT and confirms the priced prospectus.
49,161,055 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD · 925,590 SATS Warrants to purchase shares of common stock at an exercise price of $11.50 · Flags warrants
2025-07-28 · 0000950170-25-099186
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows S-1 and confirms the priced prospectus.
49,161,055 shares
Common Stock, Warrants · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD · 925,590 SATS Warrants to Purchase Shares of Common Stock (exercise price $11.50) · Use of proceeds Proceeds not specified
2025-07-16 · 0000950170-25-096078
S-1 filed
Initial registration statement
Initial public filing submitted to start the SEC review process.
Follows EFFECT in the pre-IPO sequence.
9,282,287 shares
Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD · Selling stockholders only · Use of proceeds Proceeds from the resale will be received by the selling stockholders, with no direct proceeds to the company · Underwriters SZOP Opportunities I, LLC
Fold Holdings, Inc. has filed an S-1 registration statement with the SEC (as filed July 10, 2025). The provided excerpt shows standard cover-page information for a Delaware corporation, including business address in Phoenix, Arizona, and identifies Will Reeves as Chief Executive Officer and agent for service. The excerpt does not include details of the offering terms or business/financial sections.
2025-07-11 · 0001213900-25-062935
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 425 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2025-06-17 · 0000950170-25-087435
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 425 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2025-05-28 · 0000950170-25-078327
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 425 and confirms the priced prospectus.
2025-05-23 · 0000950170-25-076844
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 425 and confirms the priced prospectus.
49,161,055 shares
Common Stock, SATS Warrants · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD · 925,590 SATS Warrants to Purchase Shares of Common Stock at $11.50 Exercise Price · Flags warrants
Fold Holdings, Inc. disclosed updates on regulatory developments, including the SEC's stay of climate-related disclosure rules and new FASB standards affecting expense and income statement disclosures. The company also detailed the completion of a merger with FTAC Emerald, resulting in a name change, share restructuring, and recapitalization. Financial highlights include revenue disaggregation, digital asset holdings (primarily Bitcoin), and related party transactions. The filing also notes the impact of accounting standard changes on future financial reporting.
2025-05-15 · 0000950170-25-072851
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 424B3 and confirms the priced prospectus.
49,161,055 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD · 925,590 SATS Warrants to Purchase Shares of Common Stock, 12,434,658 Shares Issuable Upon Exercise of Public Warrants
2025-05-06 · 0001213900-25-039866
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows EFFECT and confirms the priced prospectus.
49,161,055 shares
Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD · 925,590 SATS Warrants to purchase common stock and 12,434,658 shares issuable upon exercise of public warrants
2025-04-15 · 0001213900-25-032143
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows S-4/A and confirms the priced prospectus.
2025-04-11 · 0001213900-25-031004
EFFECT effective
SEC effectiveness notice
SEC declared the registration statement effective, allowing the offering to proceed.
Follows S-1 and marks the registration effective.
Fold Holdings, Inc. filed a SEC “Notice of Effectiveness” indicating its S-1 registration statement (File No. 333-286294; CIK 0001889123) became effective on April 10, 2025 at 5:30 P.M., meaning the registration is now effective for the offering described in the S-1.
2025-04-10 · 9999999995-25-001070
S-1 filed
Initial registration statement
Initial public filing submitted to start the SEC review process.
Follows EFFECT in the pre-IPO sequence.
49,161,055 shares
Common Stock · Ticker FOLD · 925,590 SATS Warrants to Purchase Shares of Common Stock · Use of proceeds Proceeds from warrant exercises will be used for general corporate purposes
Fold Holdings, Inc. reports a 10% increase in net revenue to $23.8 million for 2024, driven by growth in merchant offers and custody/trading services. The company details its revenue streams, including banking/payments, crypto custody, and rewards programs. A key change from the previous filing is the conversion of SAFEs to common shares following the FTAC Emerald merger. The filing highlights risks related to reliance on Sutton Bank, crypto volatility, and marketing expenses. Operating losses widened due to increased marketing and rewards liabilities.
2025-04-01 · 0001213900-25-026537
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows S-4/A in the pre-IPO sequence.
Fold Holdings, Inc. announced the launch of its Bitcoin Rewards Visa Credit Card, aiming to integrate bitcoin as a mainstream savings asset. The card offers up to 2% bitcoin rewards and $250 in bonuses, leveraging partnerships with Visa and FDIC-insured accounts. Fold also plans to list on NASDAQ as the first publicly traded bitcoin financial services company, with a $75 million bitcoin rewards distribution history. The filing relates to a business combination with FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp., involving a proxy statement/prospectus for stockholder approval.
2025-02-12 · 0001213900-25-012537
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows 425 in the pre-IPO sequence.
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. announced the postponement of its special meeting in lieu of an annual meeting from February 12, 2025, to February 13, 2025, at 11:30 AM Eastern Time. The meeting remains focused on approving the merger with Fold, Inc., as outlined in the previously filed proxy statement/prospectus. The company emphasized ongoing efforts to secure shareholder approvals and address regulatory requirements for the business combination.
2025-02-11 · 0001213900-25-011945
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows S-4/A in the pre-IPO sequence.
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. and Fold, Inc. announced the completion of their business combination, with Fold surviving as a subsidiary of FTAC. The merger, effective after the SEC declared the S-4 registration statement effective, involves a special meeting to approve the transaction. The combined company will rebrand as Fold Holdings, Inc. and list on Nasdaq under FLD. The filing includes an investor presentation and details about the merger terms.
2025-01-27 · 0001213900-25-006885
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows 425 in the pre-IPO sequence.
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. announced the effectiveness of its Registration Statement on Form S-4 for the business combination with Fold, Inc., paving the way for the transaction to close after a special meeting on February 12, 2025. Upon completion, the combined company will rebrand as Fold Holdings, Inc. and list on Nasdaq under the ticker FLD. The filing outlines key details about the merger, including shareholder voting procedures and the timeline for the transaction.
2025-01-24 · 0001213900-25-006107
424B3 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed near launch with final deal terms.
Follows 425 and confirms the priced prospectus.
39,155,784 shares
Class A · Exchange OTCQB · Ticker FLDD · Warrants to purchase 1,369,565 shares of common stock · Use of proceeds Proceeds will be used for the business combination and related transaction costs
Fold Holdings, Inc. (formerly FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp.) is completing a business combination with Fold, Inc., resulting in the renaming of Emerald to Fold Holdings, Inc. The merger involves the conversion of Fold's shares into Emerald Class A Common Stock, with specific exchange ratios and restrictions. The combined company plans to list on Nasdaq under 'FLD'. The filing outlines voting agreements, stock conversion terms, and financial obligations including promissory notes and trust account provisions.
2025-01-24 · 0001213900-25-006075
EFFECT effective
SEC effectiveness notice
SEC declared the registration statement effective, allowing the offering to proceed.
Follows 424B4 and marks the registration effective.
The filing confirms the effectiveness of the registration statement for FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp.'s business combination with Fold, Inc., leading to the formation of Fold Holdings, Inc. The merger involves the conversion of Fold's shares into Emerald Class A Common Stock and restricted stock units, with plans to list the combined company's securities on Nasdaq. The filing also outlines the stock split history, founder shares, and the Sponsor's commitments.
2025-01-23 · 9999999995-25-000165
S-4/A amended
S-4/A
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Updates the prior 425 filing.
39,155,784 shares
Class A · Exchange NASDAQ · Ticker FLD · Warrants to purchase 1,369,565 shares of common stock · Use of proceeds To complete the business combination with Fold, Inc. · Flags warrants
Fold Holdings, Inc. (formerly FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp.) is undergoing a business combination with Fold, Inc., resulting in the renaming of Emerald to Fold Holdings, Inc. The merger involves the conversion of Fold's shares into Emerald Class A Common Stock, with specific exchange ratios and terms outlined. The filing details the process for shareholder approval of the transaction, including a special meeting scheduled for February 12, 2025. The combined entity plans to list its securities on Nasdaq after the merger.
2025-01-22 · 0001213900-25-005202
S-4/A amended
S-4/A
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Updates the prior S-4/A filing.
39,155,784 shares
Class A · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD · Warrants to purchase 1,369,565 shares of common stock · Use of proceeds To complete the business combination with Fold, Inc. · Flags units, warrants
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. filed an S-4/A registration statement to effect a business combination with Fold, Inc., which will rename the combined entity to Fold Holdings, Inc. The transaction involves merging Merger Sub into Fold, converting Fold's shares into Emerald Class A Common Stock, and listing the new company on Nasdaq. Shareholder approvals and regulatory clearances are required, with the deal expected to close in Q1 2025.
2025-01-14 · 0001213900-25-003167
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows 425 in the pre-IPO sequence.
Fold, Inc. announced a $30 million convertible note financing backed by Bitcoin, structured to support its business combination with FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. The $20 million initial tranche, secured by Fold's assets including bitcoin, matures three years after the business combination and converts into common stock at $11.50 per share. A potential $10 million additional tranche is contingent on the business combination closing, with warrants issued to ATW Partners. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals and shareholder votes, with a projected closing in Q1 2025.
2024-12-30 · 0001213900-24-113298
S-4/A amended
S-4/A
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Updates the prior 425 filing.
Emerald Class A Common Stock · Exchange Nasdaq Capital Market · Ticker FLDD · Emerald Units (FLDDU) · Public Warrants (FLDDW) listed on Nasdaq · Use of proceeds Proceeds from the merger are not specified, focusing on the business combination
Fold Holdings, Inc. (formerly FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp.) filed an S-4/A registration statement to amend its business combination with Fold, Inc., extending the deadline to complete the merger from December 20, 2024, to December 20, 2025. The filing includes approvals for a Charter Amendment and Trust Amendment, stockholder approvals for the extension, and details about the renaming of the company to Fold Holdings, Inc. following the merger. The company also addressed its delisting from Nasdaq and transition to OTCQB trading.
2024-12-23 · 0001213900-24-111923
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows 425 in the pre-IPO sequence.
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. extended the deadline for its initial business combination to December 2025 and amended its Trust Agreement to allow liquidation of the trust account. The company received a Nasdaq delisting notice, prompting a transition to OTCQB, with uncertainty around continued trading. Shareholders approved the changes, and the company remains focused on completing the merger and Nasdaq listing.
2024-12-18 · 0001213900-24-109956
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows 425 in the pre-IPO sequence.
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. is advancing its merger with Fold Holdings, Inc., with the ticker symbol now changed to FLD. The merger remains pending SEC approval, requiring a shareholder vote for an extension to complete the deal. Fold, a Bitcoin-powered financial app, has accumulated over $100 million in Bitcoin treasury and emphasizes its referral-driven growth model. The SPAC structure highlights Fold's asset-rich position and focus on Bitcoin as a core strategic reserve.
2024-12-13 · 0001213900-24-108733
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows S-4 in the pre-IPO sequence.
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. is advancing its merger with Fold, Inc., with the current filing highlighting the transition to the ticker symbol 'FLD' and updates on the SEC approval process. The merger, valued at $381 million, is contingent on regulatory clearance, with discussions around Bitcoin's price volatility and the combined company's long-term strategy. Betsy Cohen and Will Reeves emphasize Fold's growth potential and Bitcoin's role as a savings asset.
2024-12-10 · 0001213900-24-107212
S-4/A amended
S-4/A
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Updates the prior 425 filing.
Class A · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker FLD · Emerald Units (FLDDU) · Public Warrants (FLDDW) · Use of proceeds Debt repayment and working capital
Fold Holdings, Inc. (formerly FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp.) filed an S-4/A registration statement to effect a business combination with Fold, Inc. The merger will result in Fold, Inc. becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of the combined entity, which will rename itself Fold Holdings, Inc. The filing outlines the terms of the share exchange, including the conversion of Fold common stock into Emerald Class A shares and the treatment of restricted stock units (RSUs). The combined company plans to list its securities on the Nasdaq Global Market under the ticker 'FLD'.
2024-11-27 · 0001213900-24-102987
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows 425 in the pre-IPO sequence.
The current filing by FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. promotes the launch of Cohen Circle Acquisition Corp I, a new SPAC led by experienced sponsors Betsy Cohen and Max Smeal. The document highlights their track record of successful SPAC deals, discusses market conditions, and outlines strategies for identifying public-ready companies in a post-reset IPO environment. It emphasizes disciplined deal-making, focus on FinTech, and the timing advantage of SPACs over traditional IPOs in 2025.
2024-11-05 · 0001213900-24-094585
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows 425 in the pre-IPO sequence.
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. issued a promissory note for $973,116.44 to Frontier SPV, LLC, an affiliate of its sponsors, to settle excise tax liabilities. This follows a prior filing where a $2 million promissory note was established, with $65,000 initially drawn. The current note is non-interest-bearing, due upon a business combination, and may be repaid from non-trust funds if the combination fails. The filing also outlines risks related to the proposed merger with Fold, Inc.
2024-11-04 · 0001213900-24-094207
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows 425 in the pre-IPO sequence.
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. issued a promissory note to Frontier SPV, LLC, an affiliate of its sponsors, enabling up to $2 million in loans. $65,000 was immediately drawn under the note, which is non-interest bearing and due upon a business combination. The filing also references the proposed merger with Fold, Inc., emphasizing ongoing SEC filings and risks associated with the transaction.
2024-10-25 · 0001213900-24-090826
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows 425 in the pre-IPO sequence.
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. announced a merger with Fold, Inc., resulting in the combined company being renamed Fold Holdings, Inc. The transaction involves Merger Sub merging into Fold, with Fold surviving as a subsidiary. The deal requires shareholder approval, and a proxy statement/prospectus has been filed. The combined entity will list its securities on NASDAQ under existing symbols. The merger is subject to regulatory approvals and other conditions.
2024-10-07 · 0001213900-24-085750
S-4 filed
S-4
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows 425 in the pre-IPO sequence.
Class A · Exchange Nasdaq Capital Market · Ticker FLD · Public Warrants listed under 'FLDDW' · Use of proceeds Debt repayment and working capital · Flags dual_class
Fold Holdings, Inc. (formerly FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp.) is completing a business combination with Fold, Inc., resulting in a name change to Fold Holdings, Inc. The merger involves the conversion of Fold's shares into Emerald Class A Common Stock, with an exchange ratio determined by the Aggregate Merger Consideration. The filing outlines the terms of the transaction, including share conversions, restricted stock units, and the continuation of Fold as a subsidiary. The combined company aims to list its securities on the Nasdaq Global Market.
2024-10-07 · 0001213900-24-085654
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows 425 in the pre-IPO sequence.
The current filing features a podcast discussion with Will Reeves, CEO of Fold Holdings, detailing the company's strategy to transition into a publicly traded Bitcoin entity. Reeves highlights Fold's focus on accumulating Bitcoin through both operational revenues and capital mechanisms, drawing comparisons to MicroStrategy's approach. He emphasizes the role of ETFs, institutional adoption, and the evolving Bitcoin ecosystem, positioning Fold as a bridge between traditional finance and Bitcoin integration. The discussion underscores Fold's growth, with $45 million in Bitcoin rewards distributed to users and a growing treasury.
2024-10-04 · 0001213900-24-085166
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows 425 in the pre-IPO sequence.
Fold Holdings, Inc. is advancing its SPAC transaction to go public, with a focus on integrating Bitcoin into mainstream financial services. The company has built a platform offering Bitcoin rewards, banking services, and financial tools, while accumulating a significant Bitcoin treasury. The filing highlights its strategy of combining Bitcoin rewards with traditional banking features, aiming to address gaps in the financial system where traditional institutions undervalue Bitcoin holdings.
2024-09-19 · 0001213900-24-080359
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows 425 in the pre-IPO sequence.
Fold Holdings, Inc. (through its subsidiary Fold) completed an IPO via a SPAC merger, achieving a $365 million market cap. The company, led by CEO Will Reeves, focuses on Bitcoin-powered financial services, offering a debit card that rewards users with Bitcoin for everyday spending. The filing highlights its growth, including $45 million in Bitcoin rewards distributed since 2019 and a treasury of 1,000 Bitcoin. The SPAC partnership with Cohen & Co. (Betsy and Daniel Cohen) was critical to the public listing, positioning Fold as a pioneer in Bitcoin financial products.
2024-08-21 · 0001213900-24-071446
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows 424B4 in the pre-IPO sequence.
The current 425 filing relates to FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp.'s business combination with Fold, Inc., highlighting Fold's growth as a Bitcoin-focused platform. The filing includes a podcast transcript featuring Fold's CEO, Will Reeves, discussing the company's mission, market position, and transition to a public company. Key themes include Bitcoin's evolving role in finance, Fold's SaaS model for Bitcoin accumulation, and the broader industry's phase shift toward mainstream adoption.
2024-08-20 · 0001213900-24-070821
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
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FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. announced a ticker symbol change for its securities to FLD, FLDDU, and FLDDW, effective August 2, 2024. The filing also outlines the proposed business combination with Fold, Inc., including plans to file a registration statement on Form S-4 with the SEC, which will include a proxy statement/prospectus for shareholders. The transaction aims to create a publicly traded Bitcoin financial services company, with Fold's business model focused on integrating Bitcoin into everyday financial activities.
2024-08-02 · 0001213900-24-064220
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows 8-A12B in the pre-IPO sequence.
Fold Holdings, Inc. is preparing for its public listing as the first pure-play Bitcoin financial services company, leveraging its Bitcoin rewards and savings platform. The filing highlights strategic partnerships, including a SPAC merger with FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp., and emphasizes its unique business model aligned with Bitcoin adoption. Key themes include Bitcoin's role as a savings asset, growth in customer base, and expansion into new financial services like mortgage and rent rewards.
2024-07-26 · 0001013762-24-001244
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows S-1/A in the pre-IPO sequence.
The current filing (Form 425) by FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. outlines the upcoming merger with Fold, Inc., positioning it as the first pure-play Bitcoin financial services company to list on Nasdaq. The presentation highlights Fold's mission to democratize Bitcoin accumulation through rewards, savings accounts, and financial tools, with a focus on creating a 'virtuous cycle' of wealth generation for users and shareholders. The filing emphasizes Fold's growth metrics, including over $45M in Bitcoin rewards distributed and a corporate treasury of 1,000+ Bitcoin, while reiterating the merger's terms and conditions.
2024-07-26 · 0001013762-24-001242
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows S-1 in the pre-IPO sequence.
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. and Fold, Inc. entered into a Merger Agreement under which Fold will become a subsidiary of FTAC. The transaction involves the conversion of Fold's securities into FTAC stock, with consideration tied to Fold's $365M pre-money valuation and potential Bitcoin price adjustments. The merger requires shareholder approvals, regulatory clearances, and other conditions.
2024-07-25 · 0001013762-24-001156
425 supplemental
425
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
Follows DRS in the pre-IPO sequence.
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. announced a merger agreement with Fold, Inc., under which Merger Sub will merge into Fold, with Fold surviving as a wholly-owned subsidiary of FTAC Emerald. The transaction includes investor presentations, a joint press release, and a conference call to discuss the proposed merger.
2024-07-24 · 0001213900-24-063750
424B4 priced
Final prospectus
Final prospectus filed after pricing with final deal terms.
Follows EFFECT and confirms the priced prospectus.
Price $10.00 · 22,000,000 shares · Gross proceeds $220,000,000
Class A · Exchange Nasdaq · Ticker EMLDU · Over-allotment 3,300,000 · Each unit consists of one share of Class A common stock and one-half of one redeemable warrant · Each warrant entitles the holder to purchase one share of Class A common stock at $11.50 per share · Use of proceeds To deposit into a trust account for the initial business combination · Flags units · Underwriters Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. (formerly Emerald ESG Acquisition Corp.) is a blank check company conducting an IPO to raise $220 million through the sale of 22 million units at $10 each. Each unit includes one Class A share and a warrant. The company aims to merge with or acquire a business focused on ESG-aligned opportunities. A sponsor private placement of 890,000 units (up to 990,000 with underwriter over-allotment) will occur simultaneously. The offering includes redemption rights for public shareholders if a business combination isn't completed within 18 months.
2021-12-17 · 0001104659-21-151163
EFFECT effective
SEC effectiveness notice
SEC declared the registration statement effective, allowing the offering to proceed.
Follows S-1/A and marks the registration effective.
The filing marks the effectiveness of FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp.'s S-1 registration statement for securities including units, Class A common stock, and redeemable warrants. The registration, effective December 15, 2021, outlines the structure of the securities and incorporates by reference the prospectus from the initial registration statement filed on November 22, 2021.
2021-12-15 · 9999999995-21-004706
CERT inactive
CERT
Pre-IPO filing captured from the SEC submission timeline.
First tracked pre-IPO filing for this issuer.
2021-12-15 · 0001354457-21-001462
8-A12B effective
Exchange Act registration
Registration filed to list the securities under the Exchange Act ahead of trading.
First tracked pre-IPO filing for this issuer.
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. filed Form 8-A12B to register units, Class A common stock, and redeemable warrants for trading on Nasdaq. The filing incorporates by reference the S-1 registration statement, which outlines the company's initial public offering (IPO) structure, including units composed of Class A shares and warrants, a $10 offering price, and a 45-day underwriter over-allotment option. The company is a blank check entity targeting a business combination, with no public market for its securities prior to this registration.
2021-12-14 · 0001104659-21-149508
S-1/A amended
Amended registration statement
Updated registration statement filed after SEC comments or deal changes.
Updates the prior S-1 filing.
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. (formerly Emerald ESG Acquisition Corp.) is a blank check company formed to effect a business combination with one or more businesses. The company is conducting an initial public offering (IPO) of 22,000,000 units at $10.00 per unit, each consisting of one share of Class A common stock and one-half of a redeemable warrant. The offering includes a 45-day option for the underwriter to purchase additional units. The company will use proceeds to establish a trust account, with potential redemption rights for public stockholders if a business combination is not completed within 18-21 months. The sponsor has committed to a private placement of 890,000 units.
2021-12-06 · 0001104659-21-146476
S-1 filed
Initial registration statement
Initial public filing submitted to start the SEC review process.
Follows DRS in the pre-IPO sequence.
Price $10.00 · 22,000,000 shares · Gross proceeds $220,000,000
Class A · Exchange Nasdaq · Over-allotment 3,300,000 · One share of Class A common stock and one-half of one redeemable warrant · Each warrant entitles the holder to purchase one share of Class A common stock at $11.50 per share · Use of proceeds For general corporate purposes, including the initial business combination · Flags dual_class, units, warrants · Underwriters Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC
FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. (formerly Emerald ESG Acquisition Corp.) is a blank check company conducting an IPO of 22 million units at $10.00 per unit, each containing Class A common stock and a redeemable warrant. The offering includes a 45-day underwriter option for additional units, with proceeds held in a trust account. The company aims to complete a business combination within 18 months, with redemption rights for public shareholders if the deadline is missed. The sponsor has committed to a private placement of units, and founder shares are subject to forfeiture based on underwriter options.
2021-11-22 · 0001104659-21-142103
DRS filed
Draft registration statement
Draft registration filed confidentially before the public launch.
First tracked pre-IPO filing for this issuer.
Emerald ESG Acquisition Corp. is a blank check company formed to effect a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, or similar business combination. The company is conducting an initial public offering (IPO) of 22,000,000 units at $10.00 per unit, each consisting of one share of Class A common stock and one-half of a redeemable warrant. The offering includes a 45-day option for the underwriter to purchase additional units. The company has also secured a private placement of units by its sponsor. Funds will be held in a trust account, with redemption rights for public stockholders if a business combination is not completed within 18 months.
2021-10-21 · 0001104659-21-128215
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