CEO's Entity Invests $5.4M in Lafayette Digital Acquisition Corp. I Units Near 52-Week High

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This Form 4 filing reports a substantial investment by Samuel A. Jernigan IV, the CEO, Director, and 10% owner of Lafayette Digital Acquisition Corp. I, through an affiliated sponsor entity. While the transaction code is 'P' for open market purchase, the accompanying footnote clarifies this was a private placement of units pursuant to a Private Units Purchase Agreement. This $5.4 million acquisition of 543,750 private units (comprising Class A ordinary shares and warrants) represents a foundational capital commitment for the Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC). The purchase price of $10.00 per unit, occurring near the company's 52-week high, underscores the CEO's strong conviction and belief in the SPAC's prospects. This significant investment by the sponsor's managing member is a positive signal, demonstrating robust insider alignment and commitment to the SPAC's successful formation and future business combination.

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• Significant Sponsor Investment

  Samuel A. Jernigan IV, CEO, Director, and 10% owner, through an affiliated entity, acquired 543,750 private units (consisting of Class A ordinary shares and warrants) in Lafayette Digital Acquisition Corp. I.

• Substantial Capital Commitment

  The total value of this acquisition was $5,426,625, representing a significant capital injection into the SPAC.

• Purchase Near 52-Week High

  The private units were purchased at $10.00 per unit, close to the company's 52-week high of $10.02, indicating strong conviction from the CEO.

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This Form 4 filing reports a substantial investment by Samuel A. Jernigan IV, the CEO, Director, and 10% owner of Lafayette Digital Acquisition Corp. I, through an affiliated sponsor entity. While the transaction code is 'P' for open market purchase, the accompanying footnote clarifies this was a private placement of units pursuant to a Private Units Purchase Agreement. This $5.4 million acquisition of 543,750 private units (comprising Class A ordinary shares and warrants) represents a foundational capital commitment for the Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC). The purchase price of $10.00 per unit, occurring near the company's 52-week high, underscores the CEO's strong conviction and belief in the SPAC's prospects. This significant investment by the sponsor's managing member is a positive signal, demonstrating robust insider alignment and commitment to the SPAC's successful formation and future business combination.