Bridging U.S. Capital Markets and Asian Innovation
Southeast Asia’s technology sector is producing globally competitive companies, but bringing them to U.S. public markets requires navigating a complex web of regulatory, legal, and operational considerations. Aetherium Acquisition Corp serves as the bridge, providing holistic advisory that addresses every dimension of cross-border SPAC transactions.
Cross-Border Services
Regulatory Navigation
- SEC Compliance: Ensuring foreign private issuer or domestic registrant status is optimally selected
- CFIUS Review: Assessing and managing Committee on Foreign Investment considerations
- Local Approvals: Coordinating with securities regulators in Singapore (MAS), Indonesia (OJK), Vietnam (SSC), and Thailand (SEC)
- Sanctions & Export Controls: Screening for compliance with OFAC and BIS requirements
Structuring & Tax Optimization
International deal structuring requires careful attention to tax efficiency, holding company jurisdiction selection, and intercompany arrangements. We work with leading international tax advisors to design structures that optimize for both U.S. and local tax treatment while maintaining corporate simplicity.
Cultural & Operational Advisory
- Founder and management team preparation for U.S. public company expectations
- Communication coaching for earnings calls, investor meetings, and media engagement
- Board composition advisory balancing local market knowledge with U.S. governance norms
- Employee communication and retention strategies through the transition
Regional Expertise
Our ASEAN Network
Aetherium maintains active advisory relationships across six Southeast Asian markets. Our local team members bring native language capabilities, established regulatory relationships, and deep ecosystem knowledge that accelerates deal execution and reduces cross-border friction.
Key Markets
- Singapore - ASEAN’s financial hub and preferred holding company jurisdiction
- Indonesia - Largest economy in the region with a rapidly digitizing consumer base
- Vietnam - Fastest-growing technology talent pool and manufacturing innovation
- Thailand - Digital banking transformation and tourism technology leadership
- Philippines - BPO evolution into technology services and fintech
- Malaysia - Semiconductor supply chain and Islamic fintech innovation
Why Choose Aetherium for Cross-Border Transactions?
- Bilingual and multicultural deal teams spanning the U.S. and ASEAN
- Established relationships with regulators across multiple jurisdictions
- Track record in complex cross-border structuring and execution
- Deep understanding of founder dynamics in family-controlled Asian businesses
- Integrated approach combining legal, tax, cultural, and capital markets advisory
Our Cross-Border Process
- Jurisdictional Analysis - Evaluate regulatory and tax landscape across relevant markets
- Structure Design - Develop optimal holding and operating company architecture
- Regulatory Engagement - Proactive dialogue with relevant authorities
- Transaction Documentation - Cross-border merger agreement and ancillary documents
- Stakeholder Management - Coordinating founders, investors, and regulatory bodies
- Closing Coordination - Synchronizing multi-jurisdiction execution and settlement
