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CIMG Announces Memorandum of Understanding with Bedrock to Explore Compliant Institutional DeFi, Focused on BTC Liquid Staking

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CIMG (Nasdaq: IMG) announced a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Bedrock on March 24, 2026 to explore a strategic collaboration targeting compliant institutional decentralized finance, with an immediate focus on Bitcoin (BTC) liquid staking.

The MOU contemplates joint work on institutional BTC liquid staking, compliant on-chain finance infrastructure, and security and compliance frameworks; it is non-binding and any definitive transaction remains subject to further negotiation and execution.

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News Market Reaction – CIMG

+10.80%
+10.80% Session close to close

In the Mar 24 session, CIMG gained 10.80%, reflecting a significant positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

The stock surged +10.8% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with C...
Analysis

The stock surged +10.8% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with CIMG’s pattern of announcing new institutional DeFi initiatives, but contrasts with the prior crypto-tag event’s -12.57% move. With the stock still 80.49% below its 52-week high and trading under the 0.06 200-day MA, enthusiasm followed a depressed base. The small float of 3,021,891 shares may have amplified moves, while the non-binding nature of MOUs leaves execution risk.

Previous Crypto Reports

1 past event · Latest: Mar 20 (Positive)
Same Type Pattern 1 events
Date Event Sentiment 24h Move Catalyst
Mar 20 Crypto DeFi collaboration Positive -12.6% Liquidity provider agreement to explore DeSyn-based institutional DeFi solutions.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent crypto-related collaborations have been followed by negative price reactions, indicating a pattern where expansionary DeFi news has not translated into short-term gains.

Recent Company History

This announcement continues CIMG’s push into institutional DeFi, following the March 20, 2026 liquidity provider agreement with The Ching Labs focused on DeSyn’s cross-chain ecosystem. That prior crypto-tagged event saw a -12.57% reaction despite its strategic nature. A separate March 11, 2026 AI-focused MOU with Quack AI also produced a negative move. Together, these show the company repeatedly announcing exploratory, non-binding partnerships around compliant digital asset infrastructure.

Key Terms

decentralized finance (DeFi), liquid staking, on-chain finance
3 terms
decentralized finance (DeFi) financial
"advancing compliant institutional decentralized finance (DeFi) solutions"
Decentralized finance (DeFi) is a system that allows people to access financial services—such as borrowing, lending, or trading—directly through digital platforms without relying on traditional banks or financial institutions. It uses blockchain technology to operate transparently and securely, giving investors more control over their money and potentially reducing costs. This innovation matters because it can expand financial access and create new opportunities for wealth building around the world.
liquid staking financial
"with an immediate focus on Bitcoin (BTC) liquid staking"
Liquid staking is a process that allows investors to earn rewards from their staked assets while still being able to use or access those assets whenever needed. Imagine putting money into a savings account that also lets you spend or invest that money without waiting—liquid staking offers similar flexibility, making it easier for investors to benefit from their holdings without sacrificing liquidity.
on-chain finance financial
"institutional engagement with on-chain finance, with an immediate focus"
On-chain finance uses blockchains to run financial services and record transactions directly on a shared digital ledger, often with programmable smart contracts replacing traditional intermediaries like banks or brokers. It matters to investors because it can make transactions faster, more transparent and automated—think of a shared spreadsheet that executes agreed rules itself—while shifting custody, fees, liquidity and regulatory risk in ways that can increase opportunity but also introduce new technology and legal risks.

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HONG KONG, March 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CIMG Inc. ("CIMG" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: CIMG), a business group specializing in digital health and sales development, which utilizes technologies and marketing networks to enhance its business partners' sales growth and commercial value, today announced that it has entered into a non-binding memorandum of understanding (the "MOU") with Bedrock to explore a strategic collaboration aimed at advancing compliant institutional decentralized finance (DeFi) solutions. The primary objective of the proposed collaboration is to bridge the gap between traditional finance and the decentralized ecosystem by offering a secure and scalable pathway designed to align with regulatory requirements for institutional engagement with on-chain finance, with an immediate focus on Bitcoin (BTC) liquid staking.

Under the MOU, the parties intend to explore key initiatives including institutional BTC liquid staking, on-chain finance access for institutional entities, infrastructure designed to meet the compliance and security requirements of financial institutions, and broader adoption of compliant DeFi by traditional financial institutions.

As contemplated by the MOU, CIMG would contribute expertise in financial compliance and institutional structuring, while Bedrock would provide robust, secure, and cutting-edge staking and asset management technology. The parties will engage in good faith discussions to define specific project milestones, deliverables, and resource allocations in separate written agreements or statements of work.

The MOU is non-binding and reflects the parties' current intention to explore a potential future partnership. Any transaction will be subject to further negotiations and the execution of definitive agreements between the parties. There can be no assurance that any definitive agreement will be executed or that any proposed collaboration will be completed.

About CIMG

CIMG is a business group specializing in digital health and sales development, with a cryptocurrency-focused strategy. The Company leverages AI and cryptocurrencies (such as Bitcoin and stablecoins) to drive business growth, helping clients maximize user growth and enhance brand management value. The Company's current client portfolio includes brands such as Kangduoyuan, Maca-Noni, Qianmao, Huomao, and Coco-mango.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains information about the Company's view of its future expectations, plans, and prospects that constitute forward-looking statements. Actual results may differ materially from historical results or those indicated by these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors including, but not limited to, risks related to the execution, timing, and realization of supply and sales contracts, risks and uncertainties associated with its ability to raise additional funding, its ability to maintain and grow its business, variability of operating results, its ability to maintain and enhance its brand, its development and introduction of new products and services, the successful integration of acquired companies, technologies and assets into its portfolio of products and services, marketing and other business development initiatives, competition in the industry, general government regulation, economic conditions, dependence on key personnel, the ability to attract, hire and retain personnel who possess the technical skills and experience necessary for its operations, and its ability to protect its intellectual property. The Company encourages you to review other factors that may affect its future results in its Annual Reports, Quarterly Reports, registration statements, and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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FAQ

What did CIMG (IMG) announce on March 24, 2026 with Bedrock?

CIMG announced a non-binding MOU with Bedrock to explore compliant institutional DeFi collaboration focused on BTC liquid staking. According to the company, the parties intend to examine institutional BTC liquid staking, compliant on-chain access, and infrastructure meeting financial institutions' compliance and security needs.

Does the MOU between CIMG (IMG) and Bedrock create a binding partnership?

No, the MOU is explicitly non-binding and does not create a firm transaction or obligations. According to the company, any definitive agreement will require further negotiations and execution of written definitive agreements or statements of work.

What is the immediate technical focus of the CIMG and Bedrock collaboration?

The immediate focus is on Bitcoin (BTC) liquid staking designed for institutional participants. According to the company, Bedrock would provide staking and asset management technology while CIMG would contribute compliance and institutional structuring expertise.

How could the CIMG-Bedrock MOU affect institutional access to on-chain finance?

The MOU aims to explore secure, scalable on-chain access aligned with regulatory requirements for institutions. According to the company, the collaboration would study infrastructure, compliance controls, and custody-capable staking solutions for institutional engagement.

What are the next steps and timeline for CIMG (IMG) and Bedrock after the MOU?

The parties will engage in good-faith discussions to define specific milestones, deliverables, and resource allocations in separate agreements. According to the company, there is no assured timeline; further steps depend on negotiations and definitive contract execution.