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Research Alliance Corp IV (RACD) director reports 30K Class B convertible shares

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Research Alliance Corp IV director John Michael Maslowski reports beneficial ownership of 30,000 Class B Ordinary Shares, held directly. These Class B shares automatically convert into 30,000 Class A Ordinary Shares at the issuer’s initial business combination or earlier at the holder’s option, with no expiration and subject to anti-dilution adjustments.

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Insider Maslowski John Michael
Role Director
Type Security Shares Price Value
holding Class B Ordinary Shares F1 -- -- --
Holdings After Transaction: Class B Ordinary Shares — 30,000 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
  1. F1. Class B Ordinary Shares have no expiration date and will automatically convert into Class A Ordinary Shares of the Issuer at the time of the Issuer's initial business combination on a one-for-one basis (subject to adjustment for sub-divisions, share dividends, reorganizations, recapitalizations and the like), or at any time prior thereto at the option of the holder on a one-for-one basis, subject to adjustment pursuant to certain anti-dilution rights.
Class B Ordinary Shares held 30,000 shares Direct beneficial ownership by John Michael Maslowski as of 2026-07-10
Underlying Class A Ordinary Shares 30,000 shares Shares issuable upon one-for-one conversion of Class B Ordinary Shares
Holding entries reported 1 Number of non-transactional holding lines in the insider report
Net shares bought or sold 0 shares No buy or sell activity; report reflects holdings only
Class B Ordinary Shares financial
"Class B Ordinary Shares have no expiration date and will automatically convert"
Class B ordinary shares are a type of ownership stake in a company that typically come with different voting rights or privileges compared to other share classes. For investors, they represent a way to hold part of the company’s value and influence its decisions, often with fewer voting rights than Class A shares. Understanding these shares helps investors assess their level of control and potential returns within a company.
Class A Ordinary Shares financial
"convert into Class A Ordinary Shares of the Issuer at the time"
Class A ordinary shares are a type of ownership stake in a company that typically grants voting rights to shareholders, allowing them to have a say in important company decisions. They often come with priority in receiving dividends or profits, making them attractive to investors seeking influence and potential income. These shares help distinguish different levels of ownership and rights within a company's stock structure.
initial business combination financial
"convert into Class A Ordinary Shares at the time of the Issuer's initial business combination"
An initial business combination is the deal in which a special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC) merges with or acquires an operating business to bring that business onto public markets. Think of the SPAC as an empty shell that raises money from investors, then uses that cash to buy a private company—this transaction turns the private company into a public one and often changes its ownership, valuation, and access to capital, so investors should watch for shifts in risk, future growth prospects, and shareholder rights.
one-for-one basis financial
"automatically convert into Class A Ordinary Shares ... on a one-for-one basis"
anti-dilution rights financial
"on a one-for-one basis, subject to adjustment pursuant to certain anti-dilution rights"

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FAQ

What insider holdings in RACD did John Michael Maslowski report?
John Michael Maslowski reported beneficial ownership of 30,000 Class B Ordinary Shares of Research Alliance Corp IV. These shares are held directly and represent his initial reported equity position in the company’s sponsor structure.

How many RACD Class A shares could John Michael Maslowski receive from his Class B holdings?
His 30,000 Class B Ordinary Shares automatically convert into 30,000 Class A Ordinary Shares on a one-for-one basis. Conversion occurs at the issuer’s initial business combination or earlier at his option, subject to specified anti-dilution adjustments.

Do the RACD Class B Ordinary Shares held by Maslowski have an expiration date?
The Class B Ordinary Shares have no expiration date. They remain outstanding until they automatically convert into Class A Ordinary Shares at the time of the initial business combination or are optionally converted earlier by the holder.

What is the conversion ratio for RACD Class B to Class A Ordinary Shares?
Class B Ordinary Shares convert into Class A Ordinary Shares on a one-for-one basis. This ratio can be adjusted for sub-divisions, share dividends, reorganizations, recapitalizations and similar events under the instrument’s anti-dilution rights.

Is there any buy or sell transaction reported in this RACD Form 3?
No buy or sell transactions are reported; it reflects a holding entry of 30,000 Class B shares. Transaction summary fields show zero shares bought or sold, with one holding entry and neutral net buy/sell activity.
SEC Form 3
FORM 3UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

INITIAL STATEMENT OF BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP OF SECURITIES

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
OMB APPROVAL
OMB Number:3235-0104
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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Maslowski John Michael
(Last)(First)(Middle)
C/O RESEARCH ALLIANCE CORPORATION IV
600 FIFTH AVENUE, 23RD FLOOR
(Street)
NEW YORK NEW YORK 10020
(City)(State)(Zip)
UNITED STATES
(Country)		2. Date of Event Requiring Statement (Month/Day/Year)
07/10/2026		3. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Research Alliance Corp IV [ RACD ]
3a. Foreign Trading Symbol
5. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)
4. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
Officer (give title below)Other (specify below)
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 4) 2. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned (Instr. 4) 3. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5) 4. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
Table II - Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 4) 2. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)3. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 4) 4. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 5. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5) 6. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Class B Ordinary Shares (1) (1)Class A Ordinary Shares30,000(1)D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Class B Ordinary Shares have no expiration date and will automatically convert into Class A Ordinary Shares of the Issuer at the time of the Issuer's initial business combination on a one-for-one basis (subject to adjustment for sub-divisions, share dividends, reorganizations, recapitalizations and the like), or at any time prior thereto at the option of the holder on a one-for-one basis, subject to adjustment pursuant to certain anti-dilution rights.
/s/ Henry Stusnick, Attorney-in-Fact07/10/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
Reminder: Report on a separate line for each class of securities beneficially owned directly or indirectly.
* If the form is filed by more than one reporting person, see Instruction 5 (b)(v).
** Intentional misstatements or omissions of facts constitute Federal Criminal Violations See 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 15 U.S.C. 78ff(a).
Note: File three copies of this Form, one of which must be manually signed. If space is insufficient, see Instruction 6 for procedure.
Persons who respond to the collection of information contained in this form are not required to respond unless the form displays a currently valid OMB Number.
* Form 3: SEC 1473 (03-26)

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR