As filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on September 23, 2025. Registration No. 333-289938 Cayman Islands 6770 98-1863122 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Primary Standard Industrial Classification Code Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 ____________________ Rice Acquisition Corporation 3 (Exact ...