NEW YORK, Sept. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — INNOVATE CORP.® (NYSE: VATE) (“INNOVATE” or the “Company”) announced today the successful closing of the previously announced transaction between INNOVATE and CONX Corp. (“CONX”), pursuant to which CONX acquired a controlling interest in HC2 Broadcasting Holdings Inc. (“HC2”), a holding company for INNOVATE’s Broadcasting segment. The transaction follows the completion of the Broadcasting segment’s refinancing announced on June 1, 2026. CONX has acquired a controlling interest in HC2 and now holds a 75% ownership interest in HC2, while INNOVATE retains a 25% ownership interest, subject to potential reduction in connection with post-closing purchase price adjustments and certain expense and indemnification obligations. “We are pleased to successfully complete this transaction and further...

The acquisition adds AI-powered due diligence and monitoring to Nasdaq eVestment™ and deepens the platform’s coverage of private markets. NEW YORK, Sept. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Dasseti, an AI-powered due diligence and monitoring platform for investment consultants, institutional investors, and asset managers. Dasseti’s capabilities will be integrated into Nasdaq eVestment™, extending the platform across the full manager research, due diligence, and monitoring lifecycle. First announced on July 23, 2026, the acquisition builds on a relationship that began with an early-stage investment by Nasdaq Ventures in 2022. Financial terms were not disclosed. Institutional teams operate across an expanding universe of managers, strategies,...

Bastion’s team and strategies join CoinShares as the Company’s Active Alternative Strategies business JERSEY, Channel Islands — Wednesday September 2nd 2026 — CoinShares PLC (Nasdaq: CSHR) (“CoinShares” or the “Company”), a leading global asset manager specialising in digital assets, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Bastion Asset Management Limited (“Bastion”). The business now operates as CoinShares Alternatives and continues to be led by the two executives who ran it at Bastion: Philip Scott, formerly Bastion’s Chief Executive Officer, joins CoinShares as Head of Alternatives, and Fred Desobry, formerly Bastion’s Chief Investment Officer, as Head of Systematic Investment Strategies.   The completion brings together Bastion’s systematic investment capabilities...

Adds dedicated bioanalytical capabilities and expanded capacity to Fortrea’s early clinical development network as Worldwide advances its strategy to scale clinical development, therapeutic leadership and high-growth markets HighlightsFortrea enters into a definitive agreement to acquire the Early Phase Services division of Worldwide Clinical Trials Includes a 60,000 sq. ft. GLP bioanalytical lab in Austin; a 200-bed GCP-compliant clinical pharmacology unit in San Antonio; and a biospecimen storage facility in Pflugerville, Texas Enables integrated execution of early-phase studies with large and small molecule bioanalytical capabilities, enhancing Fortrea’s ability to deliver faster, more integrated early clinical development solutions for simple and complex clinical studies Strengthens Fortrea’s end-to-end clinical development platform,...

Descent will remain an independent subsidiary as Charles IT invests in AI-driven automation and the next generation of managed IT services Middletown, CT, Sept. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Charles IT announced the acquisition of Descent, an AI-native managed services provider that has built its business around using automation and artificial intelligence to rethink how IT services are delivered.  The acquisition is not a traditional MSP consolidation. Descent will continue operating under its own name, with its existing team, clients and approach intact. Rather than absorbing the company into Charles IT, the two organizations plan to use the partnership to accelerate Descent’s development while bringing its AI and automation expertise into Charles IT’s broader managed services strategy.  The move comes as managed service...

FORM 8.3 PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORERule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”) 1.        KEY INFORMATION(a)   Full name of discloser: CANACCORD GENUITY ASSET MANAGEMENT LIMITED (for Discretionary clients)(b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):        The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named. N/A(c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:        Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree APTITUDE SOFTWARE GROUP PLC(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: APTITUDE...

FORM 8.3 PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORERule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”) 1.        KEY INFORMATION(a)   Full name of discloser: CANACCORD GENUITY WEALTH LIMITED (for Discretionary clients)(b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):        The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named. N/A(c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:        Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree ADVANCED MEDICAL SOLUTIONS GROUP PLC(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: N/A(e)   Date...

Jyske Bank A/S (Jyske Bank) has entered into a binding agreement with the shareholders of FP Kapital A/S on the acquisition of 100% of the shares of FP Kapital A/S (Formuepleje). Formuepleje is one of Denmark’s largest independent wealth managers with approximately 14,000 investors, assets under management of around DKK 40bn and close to 100 employees, with a strong presence in and around Aarhus and Copenhagen. The transaction supports Jyske Bank’s ambition to accelerate growth within wealth management and strengthens its position among affluent customers, where Jyske Bank’s private banking customers have been the most satisfied in Denmark for the past 11 years. Lars Mørch, CEO of Jyske Bank, states:“Through the acquisition, Jyske Bank aims to build on Formuepleje’s strong advisory model, customer relationships...

NEW YORK, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Quantumsphere Acquisition Corporation (Nasdaq: QUMS) (the “Company”) announced today that the Company, QUMS Pubco Ltd. and SACH Merge Sub Ltd. (collectively, the “Purchaser Parties”) have terminated the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated October 3, 2025 (the “Merger Agreement”), with Omnivate Global Ltd. and SACH Pte. Ltd. (“SACH”). On September 1, 2026, the Purchaser Parties delivered written notice to SACH terminating the Merger Agreement pursuant to Section 13.2(a) thereof. Prior to delivering the Termination Notice, the Purchaser Parties had delivered notice to SACH on July 14, 2026 regarding certain matters under the Merger Agreement and providing the applicable thirty-day period contemplated by the Merger Agreement to address such matters. Following the expiration of such period,...

Transaction Strengthens California’s Leading Integrated Energy Platform LONG BEACH, Calif., Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — California Resources Corporation (NYSE: CRC) today announced the closing of its approximately $63 million all-cash acquisition of Crimson Midstream Holdings, LLC (“Crimson”) from CorEnergy Infrastructure Trust, Inc. The transaction was approved by the California Public Utilities Commission on August 13, 2026. The assets complement CRC’s integrated energy portfolio and will support reliable, more affordable local production in the Golden State. “As the state’s largest oil producer, the acquisition of this diversified midstream network will enhance our ability to efficiently deliver California-produced barrels directly to the highest-value markets, while increasing operating flexibility and flow assurance...