Windtree Partners with Kraken to Launch BNB Crypto Treasury Strategy

Windtree Therapeutics, Inc. (NasdaqCM: WINT) has announced a strategic partnership with Kraken, a prominent global cryptocurrency platform. This collaboration aims to enhance custody, trading, and over-the-counter (OTC) services as part of Windtree’s newly established BNB Crypto Treasury Strategy. The partnership is detailed in a signed term sheet and awaits shareholder approval of a securities purchase agreement that could yield up to $140 million in future subscriptions, primarily led by Build and Build Corp.

By entering this partnership, Windtree positions itself as the first NASDAQ-listed company to provide direct exposure to the BNB token, which ranks as the fifth-largest blockchain by market capitalization. The collaboration is expected to create a secure pathway for both retail and institutional investors to engage with the Binance ecosystem, leveraging Kraken’s robust infrastructure to manage assets and facilitate high-volume transactions.

Strategic Benefits and Future Outlook

Windtree’s Chief Executive Officer, Jed Latkin, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, indicating that it aligns with the company’s objective to lead in crypto-based corporate treasury operations. “We are excited to partner with Kraken, a trusted leader in the cryptocurrency industry, to support our groundbreaking BNB strategy,” said Latkin. He emphasized that Kraken’s expertise and secure platform would enhance Windtree’s ability to provide unparalleled access to the Binance ecosystem, thereby generating significant value for shareholders.

Kraken’s Global Head of Institutional Client Solutions, David Olsson, highlighted the strategic importance of this partnership. “Kraken is proud to partner with Windtree to help expand access to BNB and Binance Smart Chain for a broader audience,” Olsson stated. He noted that Kraken’s deep liquidity and advanced security infrastructure would allow them to offer tailored solutions to meet the needs of corporate treasury teams. With capabilities such as qualified custody, a leading staking platform, and seamless OTC execution, Kraken is well-equipped to support Windtree in executing its digital asset strategy with confidence and precision.

The BNB strategy targets the Binance Smart Chain (BSC), which currently supports thousands of decentralized applications and millions of users globally. Notably, daily trading volumes for BNB surpass $2 billion, with substantial liquidity making it an attractive option for blockchain-native treasury initiatives.

Next Steps and Regulatory Considerations

The partnership agreement entails a phased approach, beginning with the establishment of a definitive agreement following shareholder approval. This initiative also reflects Windtree’s broader effort to provide secure, yield-generating exposure to digital assets for its shareholders. The terms of the agreement and related securities documents are still subject to standard closing conditions and regulatory requirements.

Windtree has clarified that this announcement does not constitute an offer to sell securities. The company continues to focus on its strategic initiatives and looks forward to integrating its operations with Kraken to advance its BNB Crypto Treasury Strategy.

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