Artius II Acquisition Inc. announced on August 13, 2026, that it will not consummate an initial business combination within the required timeframe and has initiated liquidation proceedings under Cayman Islands law. The company will cease operations to wind up affairs and redeem all outstanding Class A ordinary shares from its initial public offering at a per-share price equal to the aggregate amount in the trust account, net of taxes and up to $100,000 for dissolution expenses. Rights included in the units will expire worthless with no redemption value. This SPAC operates as a blank check company seeking to merge with or acquire a private operating business.