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Transaction · Financial Data / Open Banking · 2026

Global Settlement Network / AKIBA International 2026

Global Settlement Network acquired AKIBA International on April 1, 2026.

Target
AKIBA International
Acquirer
Global Settlement Network
Announced
April 1, 2026
Sub-sector
Financial Data / Open Banking

Transaction overview

  • Global Settlement Network announced the acquisition of AKIBA International on April 1, 2026.
  • The deal is expected to close pending customary conditions.

Strategic rationale

Strengthen infrastructure for real-world asset tokenization, cross-border settlement, and digital currencies in Africa.

Deal terms & multiples

Deal value
Not disclosed
Target revenue
Not disclosed
Target EBITDA
Not disclosed
EV / Revenue
Not disclosed
EV / EBITDA
Not disclosed
Announcement
April 1, 2026
Acquirer
Global Settlement Network (Strategic)
Sub-sector
Financial Data / Open Banking

Frequently asked questions

When did Global Settlement Network announce the acquisition of AKIBA International?

Global Settlement Network announced the acquisition of AKIBA International on April 1, 2026.

What sub-sector is AKIBA International in?

AKIBA International is tracked in the Financial Data / Open Banking sub-sector.

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