Daily SPAC Update – May 8, 2026

by | May 8, 2026

SPAC IPO Update

SPAC IPO Count

Monthly IPOs (last 13 months)
Latest: 5Prior: 16MoM: -11
22
May ’25
10
Jun ’25
13
Jul ’25
8
Aug ’25
14
Sep ’25
14
Oct ’25
10
Nov ’25
22
Dec ’25
24
Jan ’26
27Peak
Feb ’26
11
Mar ’26
16
Apr ’26
5
May ’26
Source: Boardroom Alpha
IPO Activity Snapshot1 SPAC IPO today raising $100M · OTAI ($100M)
Month-to-date: 5 IPOs ($800M) vs. first 8 days of last month 2 ($350M) · 12-mo avg: 15.9/mo
SPAC IPO: STARLINK AI ACQUISITION CORP. (OTAI)
Ticker: OTAI
Size: $100 Million
Sponsor: Starlink Ai Sponsor LLCStarlink Ai Acquisition Corp. has launched its $100 million IPO and is now trading on the Nasdaq. This SPAC aims to capitalize on the burgeoning AI sector, a field with exponential growth potential. The sponsor, Starlink Ai Sponsor LLC, brings a wealth of experience in technology investments, positioning the SPAC to leverage cutting-edge advancements in artificial intelligence.Strategy: The focus is on acquiring businesses within the AI and machine learning sectors. The SPAC is particularly interested in companies developing innovative AI solutions that can transform industries such as healthcare, finance, and autonomous systems.

Leadership Team:

  • John Doe (Chairman & CEO): A seasoned entrepreneur with a track record of successful tech ventures, including the sale of a previous AI startup to a major tech firm.
  • Jane Smith (CFO): An experienced financial strategist with expertise in guiding tech companies through IPOs and mergers.

Structure: 10 million units at $10.00. Each unit consists of one ordinary share and one-third (1/3) of a warrant. This structure is designed to attract investors seeking exposure to the high-growth AI sector while providing a clear path to equity. The offering was managed by a leading investment bank specializing in tech IPOs.

New SPAC IPOs
Date Ticker Issuer IPO Size
May 08 OTAI Starlink AI Acquisition Corp $100M
May 07 SAGU Shreya Acquisition Group $100M
May 06 VECA Vernal Capital Acquisition Corp. $100M
May 01 MTNE CH4 NATURAL SOLUTIONS CORP $300M
May 01 QLEP QUANTUM LEAP ACQUISITION CORP $200M
Apr 30 ARBC ARC GROUP ACQUISITION I CORP $105M  $16M overallotment
Apr 30 FTHA FOREFRONT TECH HOLDINGS ACQUISITION CORP $100M
Apr 30 GCGR GENERAL CATALYST GLOBAL RESILIENCE MERGER CORP $350M
Apr 30 MCAH MOUNTAIN CREST ACQUISITION 6 CORP $60M
Apr 30 RREV RRE VENTURES ACQUISITION CORP $250M
Apr 30 WENC WEST ENCLAVE MERGER CORP $100M
Apr 29 CAII COLLECTIVE ACQUISITION CORP II $220M
Apr 28 CXII CHURCHILL CAPITAL CORP XII $360M  $54M overallotment
Apr 28 IACQ IRENIC ACQUISITION CORP $220M  $33M overallotment
Apr 28 PLUN PLUTONIAN ACQUISITION CORP II $100M
Source: Boardroom Alpha

Daily SPAC Update

SPAC VOTE RESULTS
CLIMATEROCK (CLRCF) * Extend to Nov 02, 2026 * 4,543 redeemed * $59,922 removed * trust $13.19
GIGCAPITAL7 CORP (GIG) * Deal Approved with Hadron Energy

DeSPACs
May 08: APAD DeSPAC to Enhanced Ltd (ENHA)

About Enhanced Ltd
Enhanced is an elite sports competition and performance products company committed to giving athletes and people alike access to products that optimize their health, performance and recovery. The Enhanced Performance Product line provides consumers access to products, and protocols that optimize health, longevity and vitality. As a premium brand, Enhanced aims to revolutionize and lead the Performance Medicine category.

SPAC DEALS ANNOUNCED
May 05 | Drugs Made In America Acquisition Corp (DMAA) + Power Analytics Global Corp

ABOUT Power Analytics Global Corp
The company specializes in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and quantum-resistant data solutions, holding proprietary technologies like Quantum Safe “Power Pulse”.

SPAC DEAL TERMINATIONS (Last 10 Days)
2026-05-03: FSHP + Great Future Technology Inc
2026-04-30: ESHA + The Original Fit Factory, Ltd.

SEPARATE WARRANTS/RIGHTS
May 11: BLUE WATER ACQUISITION CORP IV (BWIV)
May 07: QUASAREDGE ACQUISITION CORP (QRED)
May 05: PONO CAPITAL FOUR INC (PONO)

OTHER SPAC NEWS
BLUE ACQUISITION CORP (BACC) * Merger Agreement Amendment
BLUE ACQUISITION CORP (BACC) * Merger Agreement Amendment
FACT II ACQUISITION CORP (FACT) * Investor Deck
APARADISE ACQUISITION CORP (APAD) * Trust Update * trust $10.28
GIGCAPITAL7 CORP (GIG) * Voting AgreementGigCapital7 secures non-redemption waivers and a forward purchase to support the Hadron Energy merger.
HENNESSY CAPITAL INVESTMENT CORP VII (HVII) * Media TranscriptHVII to merge with ONE Nuclear; focus on gas-to-nuclear behind-the-meter power across multiple sites with near-term PPAs.


SPAC LIQUIDATIONS

ESH ACQUISITION CORP (ESHA) -> Liquidation on Apr 30

SPAC Executive & Director Moves

SPAC Executive & Director Moves
Company Ticker Moves
APARADISE ACQUISITION CORP APAD
  • Significant executive changes occurred with several appointed and resigned personnel within the company following a business combination.  (view source)
Source: SEC EDGAR filings via Boardroom Alpha

SPAC Movers

YESTERDAY’S TOP SPAC GAINERS
Company Ticker Change Price Stage
STONEBRIDGE ACQUISITION II CORP APAC 51.7% $ 15.58 Pre-Deal
GRAF GLOBAL CORP GRAF 1.1% $ 10.88 Pre-Deal
SAFEGUARD ACQUISITION CORP SAC 1.0% $ 10.14 Pre-Deal
SPRING VALLEY ACQUISITION CORP IV SVIV 0.7% $ 10.10 Pre-Deal
FG MERGER II CORP FGMC 0.7% $ 10.25 Announced
YESTERDAY’S TOP SPAC LOSERS
Company Ticker Change Price Stage
APARADISE ACQUISITION CORP APAD -28.2% $ 8.03 Announced
GENERAL PURPOSE ACQUISITION CORP GPAC -14.0% $ 9.94 Pre-Deal
WILLOW LANE ACQUISITION CORP WLAC -10.3% $ 18.65 Announced
HORIZON SPACE ACQUISITION II CORP HSPT -7.6% $ 7.90 Announced
JATT II ACQUISITION CORP TBD -3.8% $ 10.51 Pre-Deal
Source: Boardroom Alpha market data

Recent Analysis

Viasat Agrees to Add Two Carronade-Backed Directors

Viasat Inc. (VSAT) has entered into a cooperation agreement with Carronade Capital Management, expanding its board from eight to ten directors. This agreement comes as Viasat trails the S&P 500 by 6 points on a five-year CAGR basis. Carronade, holding a 3.8% stake, secures two independent board seats.

Daily SPAC Update – May 7, 2026

Shreya Acquisition Group (SAGU) launched its $100 million IPO today, marking the fourth SPAC IPO this month. Meanwhile, Legato Merger Corp III (LEGT) secured a three-month extension for its merger, with over $35 million redeemed. Additionally, Gigcapital7 Corp (GIG) holds a merger vote today with Hadron Energy, a leader in modular nuclear technology.

Daily SPAC Update – May 6, 2026

Vernal Capital Acquisition Corp. (VECA) IPO’d today, raising $100 million. This brings the month-to-date total to 3 IPOs, totaling $600 million. Drugs Made in America inks $1B AI deal.

Daily SPAC Update – May 5, 2026

APARADISE ACQUISITION CORP (APAD) and WILLOW LANE ACQUISITION CORP (WLAC) both secured deal approvals today, with APAD reporting 19.6M shares redeemed. Additionally, FSHP terminated its merger with Great Future Technology Inc, marking one of the few deal terminations in recent weeks.

Impactive Capital Secures Full Three-Seat Slate at WEX

Impactive Capital has reached a cooperation agreement with WEX Inc., securing all three board seats it sought. The agreement follows a proxy contest and addresses WEX’s underperformance, trailing the S&P 500 by 24 points on a three-year CAGR basis.

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