Fundamental Global Inc. shares rise 2.49% after-hours following S&P Global and Maestro partnership announcement.

Fundamental Global Inc. rose 2.49% in after-hours trading, with the company announcing a strategic partnership with a leading digital asset holder to establish a sovereign-grade infrastructure venture backed by 18,000 BTC, valued at over US$2.16 billion at current market levels. Under the joint venture (JV), VCI Global will hold a 70% equity stake and lead commercialization and infrastructure management, while its digital asset partner retains full custody and control of the BTC reserves.