Regulation2026-10-01

The SEC charged Meyer Global Management and its CEO Owen E.H. Meyer. They allegedly defrauded investors in pre-IPO securities for SpaceX and OpenAI. The firm misused at least $1.27M of client capital for personal expenses. They also lied to investors about the security and value of their investments. The SEC filed the complaint on Wednesday. The case highlights risks in exclusive pre-IPO investment schemes. Meyer Global Management did not respond to requests for comment. The SEC’s Asset Management unit is leading the enforcement action.

What changed

Investor funds were held in private funds controlled by the adviser.

What it unlocks

SEC enforcement action against fraud in pre-IPO securities investments.

  • $18.5M raised from nearly 100 investors
  • $1.27M misused for personal expenses
  • 208 IPOs in H1 2026
  • $137B raised in H1 2026

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