Dune Acquisition Corporation II has been added to the NASDAQ Composite Index, marking a significant step in its public market listing.

Dune Acquisition Corporation II announced that holders of units from its IPO can separate into Class A ordinary shares (trading as IPOD) and warrants (IPODW) starting June 12, 2025. Units not separated will trade as IPODU. The company, founded by CEO Carter Glatt, aims to pursue a business combination in sectors like SaaS, AI, medtech, or asset management. Clear Street acted as the sole book-runner, and a registration statement was effective on May 6, 2025.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong announced the expansion of the Base blockchain platform to ensure global access for all companies, countries, and individuals. This move aims to drive broader adoption and liquidity, leading to increased Ethereum prices, trading volumes, and Base network activity. The announcement sparked a 1.2% price increase for Ethereum and a 20% surge in Base's daily active users, signaling growing market confidence in layer-2 solutions.

Blank Check Company Dune Acquisition Corp is set to see an IPO of $125 million, according to a recent article published on April 29, 2025. This financial event is expected to be a significant milestone for the company, highlighting its growth and market positioning.

Clearlake Capital announced a $7.7 billion acquisition of Dun & Bradstreet, a global provider of B2B information and analytics, in a take-private deal. This acquisition aims to strengthen Clearlake's position in the financial services sector and enhance Dun & Bradstreet's market presence.