Feb 09, 2026 (PRISM News via COMTEX) --
Reliance Global Group Inc. (NASDAQ: EZRA) surged sharply Monday as investors reacted to the company's announcement that it has entered a definitive agreement to acquire a controlling stake in quantum cybersecurity firm Enquantum Ltd. -- a move that sharply expands Reliance's technology footprint into next-generation digital security. (Investing.com)
ð?"? Market Reaction and Deal Overview
Reliance's stock jumped about 27.4% in pre-market trading, driven by optimism around the company's pivot into high-impact technology sectors beyond its traditional InsurTech base.
Under the agreement, Reliance will acquire up to 51% ownership of Enquantum for approximately $2.13 million, with payments tied to operational and commercialization milestones over a roughly 10-month period. Initially, the company expects to take an ~8% position at closing, with additional tranches increasing its stake to a majority controlling interest.
Once milestone targets are achieved, Reliance also plans to appoint a majority of Enquantum's board of directors, strengthening its influence over strategic direction and integration.
"It positions us to shift our focus from assessment to execution," said Chairman and CEO Ezra Beyman, highlighting the company's belief that Enquantum's technology addresses a growing need for post-quantum security in performance-sensitive environments.
ð??¡ï¸ Why Quantum Cybersecurity Matters
Enquantum develops hardware-accelerated post-quantum cryptography solutions -- security tools designed to defend against future cyber-attacks made possible by quantum computers. Traditional encryption methods, which underpin today's digital infrastructure, could become vulnerable once quantum computing reaches sufficient maturity, prompting a wave of innovation in "quantum-safe" security standards.
Unlike purely software-based encryption, hardware-accelerated systems aim to maintain high throughput and performance -- key for environments such as data centers, communications networks, and financial platforms that require both security and speed.
Industry experts increasingly view the transition to post-quantum cryptography (PQC) as not just important, but necessary to protect critical infrastructure from future threats arising from advances in quantum computing.
ð?"? Strategic Shift: Scale51 and EZRA International Group
This acquisition is the first operating platform deal under the company's Scale51 strategy, executed through a newly formed technology investment arm called EZRA International Group. The strategy aims to build controlling stakes in high-growth technology companies across cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and infrastructure-intensive markets.
Reliance's pivot comes amid broader efforts to diversify beyond insurance products and leverage technology acquisitions to drive future growth -- a theme underscored by other recent moves into AI and AI-driven diagnostics as part of its strategic portfolio expansion.
ð?§ Looking Ahead: What's Next
- Closing and Integration: The initial closing is expected within about 30 days, with subsequent stake increases tied to milestone achievements.
- Board Influence: Upon reaching targeted ownership levels, Reliance will gain board control at Enquantum.
- Growth Potential: The move positions Reliance to play a role in the growing global market for next-generation cybersecurity solutions, projected to expand as quantum computing advances and regulatory frameworks evolve.
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