Solmate Infrastructure (SLMT) Shares Business and Operational Update

Core Insights - Solmate Infrastructure has provided an update on its validator operations, data center selection, M&A strategy, and a $300M PIPE Securities Purchase Agreement [1][4][6] Validator Operations & Data Center Selection - The company has selected a data center in the UAE for its bare metal validators and is currently testing its first validator hardware, which will be the first performant Solana validator in the Middle East [2] - The validator is being configured using SOL purchased at a historic discount to market prices [2] Planned M&A Strategy - Solmate Infrastructure plans to pursue an aggressive M&A strategy, focusing on opportunities across the Solana value chain with rigorous criteria for synergy and growth [3][4] - The company aims to target businesses that can leverage its SOL treasury for growth, enhancing SOL-per-share for investors [4] Amended Registration Rights Agreement - An amendment to the registration rights agreement for the $300M PIPE financing has been successfully negotiated, with a registration statement expected to be filed with the SEC by November 22, 2025 [4][5] - This extension is intended to provide the company with flexibility in completing and announcing new infrastructure while enhancing long-term shareholder value [5] Company Overview - Solmate Infrastructure, based in Abu Dhabi, focuses on building infrastructure and hardware for the crypto sector, specifically leveraging Solana's staking infrastructure to drive network adoption in the Middle East [6] - The company is backed by notable investors including Ark Invest and RockawayX, and aims to process Solana transactions more efficiently than competitors [6]