Miami International (MIAX) issues 1.88M unregistered shares for warrant exercises and exchange
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Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Miami International Holdings, Inc. reported that between April 1 and June 17, 2026, it issued 1,881,554 shares of common stock in unregistered transactions. The shares went to one accredited investor, one current consultant and nine former consultants.
The issuances reflect three components: a cash exercise of warrants to buy 12,500 shares for $175,000, multiple cashless warrant exercises involving the surrender of 102,790 shares tied to 355,065 warrants with an aggregate exercise price of $4,848,503, and an Exchange Agreement under which 1,616,779 shares were issued in exchange for the cancellation of 2,362,279 warrants. The company relied on Securities Act exemptions in Sections 4(a)(2) and 3(a)(9).
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8-K Event Classification
Item 3.02 — Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities
1 item
Item 3.02
Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities
Securities
The company sold equity securities in a private placement or other unregistered transaction.
Key Figures
Total shares issued: 1,881,554 shares
Cash exercise proceeds: $175,000
Cash exercise shares: 12,500 shares
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8 metrics
Total shares issued
1,881,554 shares
Common stock issued between April 1 and June 17, 2026
Cash exercise proceeds
$175,000
Cash exercise of warrants to purchase 12,500 shares
Cash exercise shares
12,500 shares
Shares from cash exercise of warrants
Cashless warrant exercises
355,065 warrants
Warrants exercised cashlessly with aggregate exercise price $4,848,503
Shares surrendered in cashless exercises
102,790 shares
Common stock surrendered to cover aggregate exercise price $4,848,503
Aggregate exercise price
$4,848,503
Total exercise price for 355,065 cashless warrant exercises
Warrants exchanged
2,362,279 warrants
Warrants canceled under Exchange Agreement at $14.50 exercise price
Shares issued in exchange
1,616,779 shares
Common stock issued for cancellation of 2,362,279 warrants
Key Terms
cashless exercises, Exchange Agreement, accredited investor, Section 4(a)(2), +2 more
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cashless exercises financial
"in connection with the cashless exercises of outstanding warrants to purchase 355,065 shares"
A cashless exercise is a way for someone holding stock options to convert them into shares without paying cash up front: a broker or the company sells enough of the newly issued shares immediately to cover the option price and any taxes, and the option holder receives the remaining shares. Investors care because cashless exercises reduce the number of new shares entering the market compared with a full cash purchase, but they still cause some dilution to existing shareholders and affect reported share counts and per-share metrics.
Exchange Agreement financial
"in connection with an Exchange Agreement between the Company and an accredited investor"
A written deal in which two parties agree to swap assets, securities or obligations under set terms—think of it as a formal swap or trade contract. For investors it matters because such agreements can change who owns what, alter a company’s capital structure, affect future cash flows or dilute existing shares, and therefore influence value and risk in a straightforward, contract-driven way.
accredited investor financial
"to one accredited investor, one current consultant and nine former consultants"
An accredited investor is an individual or entity that meets certain financial criteria, such as having a high income or significant net worth, allowing them to invest in private or less regulated investment opportunities. This status matters because it grants access to investments that are often riskier or less available to the general public, reflecting a higher level of financial knowledge or resources.
Section 4(a)(2) regulatory
"in reliance upon the exemption from the registration requirements ... afforded by Section 4(a)(2)"
Section 4(a)(2) is a part of U.S. securities laws that allows companies to sell their stock directly to certain investors without registering the sale with regulators. This process is often used for private placements, making it easier and faster for companies to raise money from knowledgeable or institutional investors. It matters to investors because it provides an alternative way to buy shares, often with fewer disclosures and lower costs.
Section 3(a)(9) regulatory
"and Section 3(a)(9), as applicable, of the Securities Act"
Section 3(a)(9) is a provision of U.S. securities law that exempts certain exchanges of an issuer’s own securities with its existing holders from the usual public registration rules, typically when the swap doesn’t involve a public offering or outside buyers. For investors, it matters because such exchanges can change who holds what, affect dilution and liquidity, and may occur with less public disclosure than a registered sale — think of it like swapping old coupons for new ones behind the scenes rather than selling them in a public marketplace.
unregistered sales of equity securities regulatory
"Item 3.02 Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities"
FAQ
What equity did Miami International Holdings (MIAX) issue in this 8-K?
Miami International Holdings issued 1,881,554 shares of common stock in unregistered transactions. These shares went to one accredited investor, one current consultant and nine former consultants as part of warrant exercises and a warrant-for-share exchange.
How much cash did Miami International Holdings (MIAX) receive from these warrant exercises?
The company received $175,000 from the cash exercise of warrants to purchase 12,500 shares of common stock. Other warrants were exercised on a cashless basis or exchanged for new shares, so they did not provide additional cash proceeds to the company.
What was included in the Miami International Holdings (MIAX) warrant exchange agreement?
Under the Exchange Agreement, Miami International Holdings issued 1,616,779 shares of common stock. In return, an accredited investor surrendered and canceled 2,362,279 warrants that had an exercise price of $14.50 per share, simplifying that portion of the capital structure.
How were cashless warrant exercises handled at Miami International Holdings (MIAX)?
For cashless exercises, holders surrendered 102,790 shares of common stock tied to 355,065 warrants with an aggregate exercise price of $4,848,503. In exchange, they received new shares without paying cash, using the value of surrendered shares to cover the exercise cost.
Which securities law exemptions did Miami International Holdings (MIAX) rely on?
The company relied on exemptions from registration under Sections 4(a)(2) and 3(a)(9) of the Securities Act. These provisions allow certain private offerings and exchanges without a public registration statement when specific conditions are satisfied.