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Trump Media to merge with TAE Technologies. Here’s what it means

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  • Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG) announced a $6 billion merger with nuclear fusion power company TAE Technologies.
  • The deal, expected to close in mid-2026, aims to combine TMTG's capital with TAE's fusion technology to create one of the world's first publicly traded fusion companies.
  • Following the announcement, shares in Trump Media jumped 35%, after having dropped nearly 70% since going public in March 2024.
  • Donald Trump, who owns approximately 58% of Trump Media, has not yet publicly commented on the agreement.
  • The combined entity will be co-led by Devin Nunes and Dr. Michl Binderbauer, aiming to secure energy dominance and provide clean, affordable power.
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