Enhanced Locks $1.2 Billion Merger With SPAC, Eyes Nasdaq Debut in 2026

Enhanced Ltd., the sports and performance products firm, has sealed a major merger agreement with A Paradise Acquisition Corp. (APAD), clearing the path for a public market listing. The transaction values the company at $1.2 billion, with the merger expected to generate up to $200 million in gross cash upon close, contingent on minimal SPAC shareholder redemptions.

Funding and Structure Details

The enhanced company aims to deploy capital across athlete development initiatives, event production upgrades, and strategic expansion. The deal structure calls for Enhanced to combine with A Paradise’s subsidiary, which will subsequently merge with the parent SPAC. The resulting entity, Enhanced Group Inc., will trade on Nasdaq under ticker symbol ‘ENHA,’ with the transaction anticipated to complete within the first half of 2026.

Current Enhanced shareholders are positioned to retain approximately 81% stake in the combined company post-merger. Prior to this announcement, the firm finalized a $40 million private placement round through Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) instruments. These convertible agreements come with warrant provisions—investors receive one warrant per two shares, exercisable over a two-year window at the $1.2 billion valuation threshold if the merger proceeds as planned.

Contingency Framework and Gaming Event

The SAFE structure incorporates a protective layer: should the merger fail to close, SAFE participants automatically convert to Enhanced shareholders, ensuring dedicated funding for the inaugural 2026 Enhanced Games event. This sporting showcase is scheduled for Las Vegas on May 24, 2026, representing a significant milestone for the company’s entertainment and athletic ventures.

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