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VisionWave (NASDAQ: VWAV) and T3 Defense enter cross-company share swap deal

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VisionWave Holdings, Inc. entered into a Share Exchange and Swap Agreement with Nasdaq-listed T3 Defense Inc. Under this deal, VisionWave issued 475,492 new shares of its common stock to T3 Defense in exchange for 6,000,000 newly issued T3 Defense common shares.

The VisionWave shares were valued at the Nasdaq closing price of $5.590 per share on May 15, 2026, for an aggregate value of about $2.658 million. These VisionWave shares are being issued as restricted securities in a private placement under Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act and are subject to customary legends and additional contractual transfer restrictions requiring prior written consent from both parties.

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Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
VisionWave shares issued 475,492 shares VWAV Exchange Shares delivered to T3 Defense Inc.
T3 Defense shares received 6,000,000 shares Newly issued T3 Defense common stock received by VisionWave
Issue price per VWAV share $5.590 per share Nasdaq closing price on May 15, 2026
Aggregate value of VWAV shares approximately $2.658 million Value of 475,492 VWAV shares issued to T3 Defense
Common stock par value $0.01 per share VisionWave common stock par value
Warrant exercise price $11.50 per share Exercise price for each redeemable warrant
Share Exchange and Swap Agreement financial
"entered into a Share Exchange and Swap Agreement (the “Agreement”) with T3 Defense Inc."
restricted securities regulatory
"The VWAV Exchange Shares to be issued as “restricted securities” within the meaning of Rule 144"
Restricted securities are shares or other investment instruments that come with legal or contractual limits on when and how they can be sold, like stock given to founders or bought in a private offering. Think of them as assets in a locked box that can’t be freely traded until certain conditions — such as a waiting period, company registration, or specific approvals — are met. For investors this matters because restricted securities are less liquid and can affect timing, price, and perceived value when they eventually enter the market.
Rule 144 regulatory
"restricted securities within the meaning of Rule 144 under the Securities Act of 1933"
Rule 144 is a U.S. securities regulation that sets conditions under which restricted or insider-held shares can be legally resold to the public, such as required holding periods, availability of public information, limits on how much can be sold at once, and certain filing requirements. For investors it matters because it determines when previously locked-up shares can enter the market — like a release valve that can increase supply, affect share price, and signal insider intent.
Section 4(a)(2) regulatory
"a private placement exempt from registration under Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act"
Section 4(a)(2) is a part of U.S. securities laws that allows companies to sell their stock directly to certain investors without registering the sale with regulators. This process is often used for private placements, making it easier and faster for companies to raise money from knowledgeable or institutional investors. It matters to investors because it provides an alternative way to buy shares, often with fewer disclosures and lower costs.
private placement financial
"in a private placement exempt from registration under Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act"
A private placement is a way for companies to raise money by selling securities directly to a small group of investors instead of through a public offering. This process is often quicker and less regulated, making it similar to offering a special, exclusive investment opportunity to select individuals or institutions. For investors, it can provide access to unique investment options that are not available on public markets.
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

Form 8-K

 

Current Report
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934

 

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 21, 2026

 

VisionWave Holdings, Inc.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

 

Delaware   001-72741   99-5002777
(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation) 
  (Commission File Number)    (I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.) 

 

300 Delaware Ave., Suite 210 # 301

Wilmington, DE.

  19801
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)    (Zip Code) 

 

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (302) 305-4790

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act
Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class   Trading Symbol   Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share   VWAV   The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC
Redeemable Warrants, each whole warrant exercisable for one share of Common Stock at an exercise price of $11.50   VWAVW   The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (17 CFR §230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 CFR §240.12b-2).

 

Emerging growth company

 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.

 

 

 

Item 8.01. Other Events.

 

On May 17, 2026, VisionWave Holdings, Inc. (the “Company”) entered into a Share Exchange and Swap Agreement (the “Agreement”) with T3 Defense Inc. (“DFNS”), a Nasdaq-listed company. Pursuant to the Agreement, the Company to issue and delivered to DFNS 475,492 newly issued shares of the Company’s common stock (the “VWAV Exchange Shares”). In exchange, DFNS to issue to the Company 6,000,000 newly issued shares of DFNS common stock. The VWAV Exchange Shares were issued at the Nasdaq closing price of the Company’s common stock on May 15, 2026 ($5.590 per share), for an aggregate value of approximately $2.658 million.

 

The VWAV Exchange Shares to be issued as “restricted securities” within the meaning of Rule 144 under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), in a private placement exempt from registration under Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act and bear a customary restrictive legend. The Agreement contains customary representations, warranties and covenants, and the shares are subject to additional contractual restrictions on transfer and legend removal that require the prior written consent of both parties.

 

 

 

SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

Date: May 21, 2026

 

VISIONWAVE HOLDINGS, INC.  
   
By: /s/ Douglas Davis  
Name:  Douglas Davis  
Title: Chief Executive Officer  

 

 

 

 

FAQ

What transaction did VisionWave Holdings (VWAV) announce with T3 Defense Inc.?

VisionWave entered a Share Exchange and Swap Agreement with T3 Defense Inc. VisionWave issued 475,492 new common shares and received 6,000,000 newly issued T3 Defense common shares in return, creating a cross-shareholding position between the two Nasdaq-listed companies.

How many VisionWave (VWAV) shares were issued in the swap with T3 Defense?

VisionWave issued 475,492 newly issued common shares to T3 Defense Inc. These shares, called VWAV Exchange Shares, form VisionWave’s consideration in the share swap and are valued using the Nasdaq closing price on May 15, 2026.

What is the value of the VisionWave shares issued to T3 Defense in this agreement?

The 475,492 VisionWave shares were priced at $5.590 each, based on the May 15, 2026 Nasdaq close. This gives an aggregate value of approximately $2.658 million, representing VisionWave’s side of the share exchange consideration.

What does VisionWave receive from T3 Defense in the share exchange?

VisionWave receives 6,000,000 newly issued shares of T3 Defense Inc. common stock. These shares are issued by T3 Defense as consideration for the 475,492 VisionWave common shares delivered under the Share Exchange and Swap Agreement between the companies.

Are the VisionWave (VWAV) shares issued to T3 Defense freely tradable?

No, the VisionWave shares issued to T3 Defense are restricted securities under Rule 144. They were sold in a private placement under Section 4(a)(2) and carry restrictive legends plus extra transfer limits requiring prior written consent from both parties.

Under what securities law exemption were VisionWave shares issued to T3 Defense?

The VisionWave shares were issued in a private placement exempt from registration under Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act. Because of this exemption, the shares are classified as restricted securities and include customary restrictive legends and added contractual transfer restrictions.

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