NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / November 10, 2021 / MetaCap Inc. (OTC PINK:MCAP) ("MetaCap") has acquired MCAP Technologies LLC ("MTEC"), effective today, in a non-cash equity exchange transaction. The acquisition has been approved by the Board of Directors of MetaCap and the Managers of MTEC.
The current MTEC equity holders have become the majority shareholders of the combined company. This acquisition underscores MetaCap's commitment to investments in technology-enhanced financial services. MTEC's institutional customers will continue to have access to the complete suite of trading software and electronic market making services, including the global transparency and liquidity solutions that all leverage MTEC's technology infrastructure.
"Our focus and investment in technology and customer-facing businesses has shown strong growth and is evidenced by the continued expansion across multiple business lines. Over the past five years we have seen significant revenue and EBITDA growth. We look forward to continuing our growth as a combined company," said David Menn, MTEC's Chief Executive Officer.
"With the considerable growth that we have seen in our businesses, this merger is the next step and a natural progression for our two companies. The merger is part of our strategic plan not only to grow our core businesses, but also leverage our existing technology infrastructure and client base to expand into new products and services. We are excited to have found such a great partner in MetaCap and look forward to growing the business together," said William Dennis, MTEC's President.
"We are thrilled to have found such a dynamic and growing partner in the perfect space, with tremendous leadership," stated Rick J. Makoujy, Jr., who will step down as President but maintain a non-executive board seat. "MCAP Technologies has been hitting on all cylinders. We are extremely proud to bring this excellent value to our shareholders."
Transaction Terms, Approvals and Timing
Effective today, MetaCap has funded the all-stock transaction with the issuance of additional shares. MetaCap has completed the divestment of its real estate holdings and any outstanding mortgages in order to satisfy the closing requirements. Effective today, there are approximately 23.5 million fully diluted shares outstanding.
Organization and Leadership
David Menn, Chief Executive Officer of MTEC, will become CEO and a board member of the combined company. William Dennis, President of MTEC, will become the President and a board member. Rick J. Makoujy Jr., MetaCap's current President, will step down as President but maintain a non-executive board seat of the combined company.
About MetaCap Inc.
The combined company has three subsidiaries: MCAP Technologies LLC, MBIT LLC and MCAP LLC. MCAP Technologies LLC is a financial technology company that develops software utilized in various financial markets. MBIT LLC is a digital asset company focused on crypto-currency, DeFi protocols and blockchain integration in the global financial markets. MCAP LLC is an SEC-registered and FINRA member broker-dealer focused on electronic securities market making. MCAP LLC connects institutional investors, broker-dealers and companies to the global equity and fixed income markets. MCAP acts as a principal and utilizes proprietary technology to provide executable prices on various platforms, exchanges and market centers to improve market liquidity, to increase execution speed and to foster greater transparency. MCAP Technologies also provides institutional customers with customized trading solutions and unique global market access. MCAP Technologies had trailing 12-month revenue and EBITDA of approximately $75 million and $20 million, respectively.
Advisors
Paykin, Krieg & Adams LLP is serving as MTEC's legal counsel. Heimerl Law Firm is serving as MetaCap's legal counsel.
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Forward-Looking Statements
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