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Securitize Completes Business Combination with Cantor Equity Partners II

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July 1, 2026

Trading on the NYSE under ticker symbol “SECZ” is expected to begin July 2, 2026 as Securitize continues building the next generation of capital markets

MIAMI and NEW YORK, July 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Securitize Corp. (“Securitize”), the world’s leading tokenization platform with over $4 billion in assets brought onchain, today announced the successful completion of the previously announced business combination with Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. (Nasdaq: CEPT). Securitize’s common stock will commence trading on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) under the ticker symbol SECZ on July 2, 2026.

“Our public listing represents much more than a milestone for Securitize,” said Carlos Domingo, CEO of Securitize. “When we founded Securitize, we believed blockchain would become the next generation of capital markets infrastructure, long before institutional adoption reached today’s scale. We chose to build inside the regulatory framework from day one because we believed that was the only path to institutional adoption. Becoming a public company enables us to continue building the infrastructure institutions and investors need as more capital markets move onchain.”

Since announcing the proposed business combination, Securitize has continued expanding its institutional platform through collaborations with the New York Stock Exchange, Computershare, Continental, and other leading market participants, while deepening relationships with the world’s largest asset managers, including BlackRock.

As a public company, Securitize will continue investing in trusted infrastructure that enables public companies and financial institutions to issue, manage, and trade tokenized securities at scale; deepen relationships across the financial ecosystem; expand globally into regulated markets; and help turn tokenization from an emerging technology into foundational capital markets infrastructure.

“The transformation of capital markets is still in its early stages,” Domingo added. “Institutions don’t adopt infrastructure on enthusiasm. They adopt it because it’s trusted. That’s been our focus from day one, and we believe that’s how tokenization becomes a permanent part of global capital markets.”

Securitize executives will commemorate the Company’s public listing by ringing the NYSE Closing Bell on July 6, 2026.

About Securitize
Securitize is the world’s leader in tokenizing real-world assets with $4B+ AUM (as of June 2026), bringing the world onchain through tokenized funds in partnership with top-tier asset managers, such as Apollo, BlackRock, BNY, Hamilton Lane, KKR, VanEck and others.

In the U.S., Securitize operates through its affiliates, including Securitize Markets, LLC, an SEC-registered broker-dealer and member FINRA/SIPC that operates an SEC-regulated Alternative Trading System (ATS); Securitize Transfer Agent, LLC, an SEC-registered transfer agent; Securitize Capital, LLC, an Exempt Reporting Adviser; and Securitize Fund Services, LLC, which provides fund administration services. In Europe, Securitize operates through its affiliate Securitize Europe Brokerage and Markets, S.A., which is fully authorized as an Investment Firm and operates a Trading & Settlement System (TSS) under the EU DLT Pilot Regime, making Securitize currently the only company, based on its existing U.S. and EU regulatory authorizations, licensed to operate regulated digital-securities infrastructure across both the U.S. and EU. Securitize has also been recognized as a 2026 Forbes Top 50 Fintech company.

Advisors
Citigroup Global Markets Inc. (“Citi”) acted as financial and capital markets advisor to Securitize. Cantor Fitzgerald & Co. (“Cantor”) acted as financial and capital markets advisor to CEPT. Citi and Cantor acted as co-placement agents for the PIPE financing.

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP served as legal advisor to Securitize. Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP served as legal advisor to CEPT. Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP served as legal advisor to Citi and Cantor in connection with their roles as co-placement agents.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. federal securities laws, including statements regarding Securitize’s growth strategy and expansion plans, market opportunity in tokenization and digital assets, regulatory developments, and future financial performance.

Forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words “believe,” “project,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “intend,” “strategy,” “future,” “opportunity,” “potential,” “plan,” “may,” “should,” “will,” “would,” “will be,” “will continue,” “will likely result,” and similar expressions. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties.

Many factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to: regulatory developments relating to digital assets and tokenization; market volatility; competition; and those risks factors described in the filings of Securitize, and/or CEPT with the SEC.

Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. None of Securitize or CEPT undertakes any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, except as required by law.

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Tom Murphy
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Sam Ross
investor.relations@securitize.io

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Canon EOS C70 Cinema Camera Instant Savings Now Available at B&H Photo

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41 minutes ago

July 2, 2026

Canon EOS C70 Cinema Professional RF-Mount Camera, $1,300 Instant Savings Now Available

NEW YORK, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — B&H Photo is pleased to announce a $1,300 Instant Savings offer on the Canon EOS C70 Cinema Camera, giving filmmakers, broadcasters, content creators, and production professionals an outstanding opportunity to upgrade their cinema workflow while enjoying significant savings.

Designed to bridge the gap between Canon’s Cinema EOS lineup and mirrorless camera systems, the Canon EOS C70 combines professional cinema features with a compact, lightweight design. Built around a Super 35mm Dual Gain Output (DGO) sensor and Canon’s RF lens mount, the camera delivers exceptional dynamic range, color reproduction, and low-light performance for demanding production environments.

Customers can now save $1,300 instantly on the Canon EOS C70 Cinema Camera for a limited time.

Canon EOS C70 Cinema Camera Highlights

Super 35mm Dual Gain Output (DGO) CMOS SensorCanon RF Lens MountUp to 16+ Stops of Dynamic Range4K Recording up to 120 fpsDual Pixel CMOS Autofocus with Eye DetectionBuilt-in Motorized ND FiltersProfessional XF-AVC and MP4 Recording FormatsDual SD Card SlotsCompact, Lightweight Cinema EOS DesignComprehensive Professional Connectivity

The EOS C70 is an ideal solution for documentary filmmakers, independent filmmakers, commercial production teams, live event videographers, educational institutions, and corporate video professionals seeking cinema-quality imaging in a highly portable form factor.

As an authorized Canon dealer, B&H Photo offers genuine Canon products backed by manufacturer warranty, competitive pricing, knowledgeable customer support, and fast shipping.

This limited-time promotion allows professionals and aspiring filmmakers to invest in one of Canon’s most versatile Cinema EOS cameras while taking advantage of substantial instant savings.

For complete product specifications, current pricing, and availability, visit the Canon EOS C70 Cinema Camera product page at B&H Photo.

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As the world’s largest source of photography, video, and audio equipment, as well as computers, drones, and home and portable entertainment, B&H is known worldwide for its attentive, knowledgeable sales force and excellent customer service, including fast, reliable shipping. B&H has been satisfying customers worldwide for over 50 years.

Visitors to the website can access a variety of educational videos and enlightening articles. The B&H YouTube Channel has an unmatched wealth of educational content. Our entertaining and informative videos feature product overviews from our in-house specialists. You can view the B&H Event Space presentations from many of the world’s foremost experts and interviews with some of technology’s most dynamic personalities. Tap into this exciting resource by subscribing to the B&H YouTube Channel here. In addition to videos, the B&H Explora blog presents new product announcements, gear reviews, helpful guides, and tech news written by product experts and industry professionals, as well as our award-winning podcasts.

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NYSD Partners with the University of New York in Prague (UNYP) to Launch New Global Dual-Credential Program

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July 2, 2026

NEW YORK, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The New York School of Design (NYSD) is thrilled to announce an exciting new global academic partnership with the University of New York in Prague (UNYP). Together, the institutions are launching the Fashion Design Management Concentration, a unique dual-credential pathway seamlessly bridging business education in Central Europe with immersive creative training in the heart of Manhattan.

Set for its first student intake in Fall 2027, this 3.5-year program (7 semesters) embeds specialized fashion studies directly into UNYP’s rigorous Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) curriculum.

Through this alliance, NYSD continues to solidify its footprint in global education by giving international students direct access to New York City’s premier creative ecosystem. Students will complete their foundation and advanced business courses in Prague before traveling to Manhattan in their sixth semester for an extended, immersive residency at NYSD.

Program Highlights Include:

Dual International Credentials: Graduates will earn a recognized Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from UNYP and a Fashion Design Certificate from NYSD.The New York Residency: During Semester 6, students will study on-site at NYSD’s Manhattan campus, gaining hands-on experience in professional design studios, developing their portfolios, and participating in exclusive industry workshops and guest speaker events.Fashion Meets Business: The curriculum perfectly fuses commercial mastery (marketing, finance, strategy, and entrepreneurship) with creative application (design principles, product development, and creative processes).Exclusive Partnership Scholarships: To support global talent, students enrolled in the concentration are eligible for an exclusive partnership scholarship applied toward the NYSD portion of the program.

“We are incredibly proud to partner with UNYP to bring this innovative program to life,” said Janet Tsong, President, NYSD. “By connecting the academic excellence of Prague with the vibrant energy of New York’s fashion ecosystem, we are empowering the next generation of global fashion leaders to understand both the commercial and creative forces driving the industry.”

The partnership equips graduates to excel across diverse global career pathways, including brand management, fashion marketing, product development, and fashion entrepreneurship.

To learn more about the curriculum, scholarship options, and how to apply, visit the official UNYP program page at https://www.unyp.cz/fashion-design-management-concentration/ or contact the NYSD admissions team at info@nysd.edu.

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Aily Labs and AWS Announce Strategic Partnership to Accelerate AI Decision Intelligence Across the Fortune 500

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2 hours ago

July 2, 2026

Aily’s AI Decision Intelligence agents are now available in AWS Marketplace, with one-click procurement against existing AWS commitmentsOrchestrated by Aily’s Super Agent and powered by multiple foundation models, the agents are also available on Amazon BedrockExisting customers deploy in as little as one day inside their own AWS environment with governance, security, and compliance built inAily and AWS will jointly deploy and adopt agents to accelerate impact across the Fortune 500, focus verticals: pharma, CPG, and luxury

NEW YORK, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Aily Labs, creator of the first AI-native Decision Intelligence platform for global enterprises, today announced a strategic partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to help enterprises deploy and scale Aily’s agents on AWS Marketplace, spanning five core functions across finance, supply chain, manufacturing, R&D, and commercial.

The partnership pairs AWS’s trusted cloud infrastructure with Aily’s AI Decision Intelligence platform, giving enterprises a direct path to measurable impact where decisions are made, executed, and measured across the business. Grounded in each enterprise’s own business context, Aily’s agents connect decisions across functions and act in real time, returning decision-grade recommendations while self-monitoring performance, simulating what-if scenarios, and surfacing risks and opportunities across critical functions. Through Amazon Bedrock, Aily draws on a choice of leading foundation models and orchestrates them dynamically, routing each decision to the model best suited to the task. This multi-model orchestration lets agents reason across complex business scenarios with greater accuracy and speed, all within the customer’s secure AWS environment.

With Aily’s agents now available as a managed subscription on AWS Marketplace, enterprises gain a simplified procurement path to the full Aily agent platform, with consolidated billing through their existing AWS account and usage that counts toward any committed-spend agreement. For current AWS customers, Aily deploys inside their own AWS environment in as little as one day, running on the customer’s existing data infrastructure and security stack, with no new environments or compliance reviews required.

“Enterprises don’t need more pilots or reports, they need decisions,” said Bianca Anghelina, Founder and CEO of Aily Labs. “Bringing Aily’s agents to AWS Marketplace gives global enterprises an AI operating system they can run at scale, on infrastructure they already trust. That’s how we build the agentic enterprise, together.”

Aily and AWS will jointly deploy and adopt agents tailored to pharma, CPG, and luxury enterprises, accelerating impact across the Fortune 500. Organizations ready to put AI Decision Intelligence to work can access Aily’s agents today in AWS Marketplace at https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/pp/prodview-x5qobedt7bpze?.

About Aily Labs
Aily Labs is transforming how global enterprises make decisions by combining enterprise data with AI, machine learning, and large language models into a single Decision Intelligence platform. Its Super Agent orchestrates autonomous AI agents that both recommend and execute decisions, delivering measurable ROI from day one. The platform integrates into existing enterprise workflows, helping Fortune 500 companies break down data silos and accelerate decision-making across every major function.

Founded in 2020, Aily Labs operates globally with teams of AI data scientists, engineers, business and product experts. Last November, Aily Labs raised $80 million in funding, led by FPV Ventures with participation from existing investor Insight Partners, J.P. Morgan, and other strategic investors. To date, it has raised more than $101 million.

For more information, visit ailylabs.com.

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