Top executives from Trump Media & Technology Group have launched a new company, Renatus Tactical Acquisition Corp I, with a plan to raise $179 million to invest in cryptocurrency, blockchain, data security, and defense technology.
The company is structured as a SPAC, meaning it doesn’t sell products or services itself; it is designed to raise money and acquire another business in these industries, particularly ones with strong government connections.
Leading the effort are Eric Swider, a Trump Media board member; Devin Nunes, the CEO of Trump Media and a former U.S. Congressman; and Alexander Cano, who played a key role in Trump Media’s merger. They plan to raise the funds through an IPO, selling 17.5 million shares at $10 each, along with 3.9 million additional warrants at $1 apiece.
The U.S. government is warming up to digital currencies like crypto, suggesting a bigger effort to weave blockchain tech into everyday finance. Meanwhile, Renatus Tactical is eyeing defense tech, particularly gear that can serve both soldiers and regular folks.
But it’s not going to be a smooth ride. The company admits its ties to Trump Media and former President Donald Trump could scare off some would-be allies. Plus, stricter rules on SPACs mean they’ll have to jump through plenty of legal hoops to keep everything above board.
Despite the hurdles, Renatus Tactical is diving headfirst into crypto and defense. Whether they score a big win or get tangled up in red tape, well, we’ll just have to wait and see.
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