SEC Files Action Against RYVYL and Founders
On April 27, the Securities and Exchange Commission filed a settled action against RYVYL, Inc., and its two founders, former CEO, Fredi Nisan, and former chairman of the board Benzion Errez, for their respective roles in making alleged false disclosures in RYVYL's public filings. "According to the SEC's complaint, filed in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California, beginning in October 2020, RYVYL, Nisan, and Errez defrauded the investing public by falsely depicting RYVYL in its public filings with the SEC as a cutting edge financial technology company that developed, marketed and sold "innovative blockchain-based payment solutions" and that its "proprietary blockchain-based technology" served as the settlement engine for all transactions within its ecosystem. The complaint alleges that, in reality, RYVYL's actual business was reselling credit card or ACH processing services of other companies and RYVYL never processed any transactions through a blockchain technology, as it claimed in its public filings, nor did it possess any proprietary blockchain technology. The complaint further alleges that, until May 2025, RYVYL never told the public that a substantial majority of its transactions involved high-risk merchants, such as cannabis dispensaries. Without admitting or denying the allegations in the SEC's complaint, RYVYL, Nisan, and Errez consented to the entry of final judgments, subject to court approval, that would permanently enjoin each defendant from violating the antifraud provisions of Section 17(a) of the Securities Act of 1933, and Section 10(b) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 thereunder, as well as permanently enjoin RYVYL from violating Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act and Rules 12b-20, 13a-1, 13a-11, 13a-13 thereunder and Nisan and Errez from aiding and abetting such violations; impose civil penalties of $230,464 against Nisan and Errez; and prohibit Nisan and Errez for five years from serving as an officer or director of a public company," the SEC stated.
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- Meeting Postponement: The company's board has decided to further adjourn the meeting to allow for additional vote collection, with plans to reconvene on April 1, 2026, ensuring that all shareholder voices are heard and increasing the likelihood of merger success.
- Shareholder Voting Call: The company encourages shareholders who have yet to vote to do so promptly, allowing for vote tabulation before the reconvened Special Meeting, reflecting the company's commitment to shareholder engagement and the merger process.
- Potential Further Delay: Should additional votes be necessary after the recess, the company anticipates seeking another adjournment of the Special Meeting until April 6, 2026, demonstrating flexibility in responding to shareholder input during the merger process.
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- Meeting Rescheduling: The Special Meeting convened on March 18, 2026, has been adjourned and will reconvene on March 25, ensuring all shareholders have the opportunity to participate in the voting process, reflecting the company's commitment to shareholder rights.
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- Nasdaq Confirmation: The company received formal confirmation from Nasdaq that its shares met the minimum bid price requirement, securing RVYL's listing and paving the way for integration with Roundtable.
- Retail Interest Surge: The merger news has driven retail investor sentiment from 'bearish' to 'extremely bullish', with message volume significantly increasing within 24 hours, reflecting strong market interest in the stock.
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- Platform Launch: RTB Digital and RYVYL Inc. have unveiled the media industry's only full-stack AI + DeFi + Web3 platform, developed over five years by a team with over 35 years of successful exits, aiming to revolutionize media operations.
- Cost Elimination: The new platform integrates all operational technologies, helping clients save tens of millions in operational costs, with one customer previously spending over $30 million on a 17-vendor stack now seeing those costs evaporate.
- Real-Time Payment Solution: RTB's DeFi liquidity pool solution enables media brands to receive ad revenue in real-time, eliminating the previous 90-day delay, significantly enhancing cash flow and capital turnover efficiency.
- IP Protection: RTB's AI platform not only enhances operational efficiency but also protects human-created intellectual property through new technologies, ensuring the survival and growth of media brands in the AI era.
Founders and Tech Innovators Collaborate to Introduce an AI-Driven DeFi Media Platform at the 2026 "Possible" Media Conference.
Event Announcement: The Roundtable Founders and Tech Platform Visionaries are set to launch the "Impossible" AI-powered media platform at the 2026 Media Conference.
Platform Features: The new platform, named "Possible," aims to redefine media through advanced AI capabilities, enhancing content creation and distribution.
Industry Impact: This initiative is expected to significantly influence the media landscape, pushing the boundaries of what is achievable in digital content.
Future Prospects: The launch reflects a growing trend in the integration of AI technologies within the media sector, promising innovative solutions for creators and consumers alike.
RYVYL and RTB Digital Merger Approved
- Merger Approval: The merger between RYVYL Inc. and RTB Digital Inc. received 99% shareholder approval during the Special Meeting on April 1, 2026, removing the final hurdle to completion and laying the groundwork for the upcoming listing.
- NASDAQ Listing Plans: The combined entity plans to list on NASDAQ under the name RTB Digital Inc. with the ticker symbol RTB, marking a strategic shift in the digital media landscape.
- Technological Platform Advantage: RTB Digital's full-stack enterprise platform integrates AI and Web3 infrastructure, poised to transform the $200 billion global media industry by offering decentralized publishing, DeFi payments, and data encryption services.
- Market Outlook: The merger positions RYVYL to leverage RTB Digital's innovative technology, enhancing its competitiveness in the digital payment processing market, which is expected to attract more investor interest and increase the company's market value.
RYVYL Inc. Nears Merger Approval with Roundtable, Inc.
- High Voting Support: At RYVYL Inc.'s Special Meeting, 99% of votes cast support the merger, with 659,620 votes collected so far, indicating strong shareholder backing and only 5% more needed to reach the required 50% approval threshold.
- Meeting Postponement: The company's board has decided to further adjourn the meeting to allow for additional vote collection, with plans to reconvene on April 1, 2026, ensuring that all shareholder voices are heard and increasing the likelihood of merger success.
- Shareholder Voting Call: The company encourages shareholders who have yet to vote to do so promptly, allowing for vote tabulation before the reconvened Special Meeting, reflecting the company's commitment to shareholder engagement and the merger process.
- Potential Further Delay: Should additional votes be necessary after the recess, the company anticipates seeking another adjournment of the Special Meeting until April 6, 2026, demonstrating flexibility in responding to shareholder input during the merger process.
RYVYL Shareholders Favor Merger with Roundtable
- Shareholder Support: Approximately 99% of votes cast so far favor the merger between RYVYL and Roundtable, indicating strong market confidence that is expected to drive future growth and market expansion for the company.
- Meeting Rescheduling: The Special Meeting convened on March 18, 2026, has been adjourned and will reconvene on March 25, ensuring all shareholders have the opportunity to participate in the voting process, reflecting the company's commitment to shareholder rights.
- Voting Participation Rate: Currently, 43% of entitled votes have been submitted, with only an additional 7% needed to confirm the merger, suggesting a high likelihood of success that could accelerate the company's strategic integration.
- Digital Payment Business Outlook: RYVYL focuses on global digital payment processing, and the merger is expected to enhance its competitiveness in underserved markets, potentially leading to broader market opportunities and revenue growth for the company.
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- Merger Progress Accelerates: Ryvyl's recent updates to its S-4 registration statements have captured investor attention, with expectations to close its merger with Roundtable in Q3 2026, potentially reshaping the company's future.
- Nasdaq Confirmation: The company received formal confirmation from Nasdaq that its shares met the minimum bid price requirement, securing RVYL's listing and paving the way for integration with Roundtable.
- Retail Interest Surge: The merger news has driven retail investor sentiment from 'bearish' to 'extremely bullish', with message volume significantly increasing within 24 hours, reflecting strong market interest in the stock.
- Short Squeeze Possibility: Due to Ryvyl's limited public float, traders have discussed the potential for a short squeeze, further intensifying market interest in the stock.
