Shareholder Approval Clears a Key Condition to Close WEXFORD, Pa., Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Coeptis Therapeutics Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: COEP) (“Coeptis” or the “Company”), a next-gen technology and biopharmaceutical company, today announced that its shareholders have voted to approve the previously announced merger with Z Squared Inc. The transaction was approved on January 30, 2026, by Coeptis’ shareholders. In connection with the consummation of the business combination, Z Squared will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Coeptis. The transaction remains subject to satisfaction of the remaining conditions to closing. Additional details regarding the shareholder vote and the proposed merger are included in the Company’s Form 8-K filed with the SEC, which is available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov, and in the Investor...

Millicom (Tigo) Successfully Concludes Tender Offer for Telefónica’s Controlling Stake in Colombia Telecomunicaciones S.A. E.S.P. (Coltel) Luxembourg, February 5, 2026  – Millicom International Cellular S.A. (“Millicom”) today announced it has successfully concluded a tender offer for the acquisition of Telefónica’s controlling 67.5% equity stake in Colombia Telecomunicaciones S.A. E.S.P. (“Coltel”).  The closing of the acquisition is expected to take place tomorrow, February 6. The tender offer was conducted in accordance with the terms publicly disclosed, with a price of USD 214.4 million for Telefónica’s controlling 67.5% equity stake in Coltel. Millicom is now awaiting Phase 2 of the privatization process launched by La Nación to acquire the remaining shares, expected around April. As previously disclosed, this transaction is intended...

Hauppauge, NY, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — – Cemtrex, Inc. (Nasdaq: CETX) today announced that its Advanced Industrial Services (“AIS”) subsidiary has acquired all the assets of Richland Industries (“Richland”), an industrial services and fabrication company located in Tennessee. In connection with the transaction, AIS established a new subsidiary, AIS Tennessee to acquire and operate the business and its primary facility. The acquisition extends the Company’s industrial services platform into one of the fastest-growing industrial regions in the United States.  The transaction represents a significant next step in AIS’s multi-year evolution. Since fiscal 2022, AIS has grown from approximately $21 million in annual revenue to approximately $38 million in fiscal 2025, while maintaining consistent gross margins and operating...

Zscaler extends zero trust browser capabilities to secure any browser on any device SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Zscaler, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZS), the leader in cloud security, today announced it has acquired SquareX, to further extend Zero Trust capabilities into the browser for the AI era. This acquisition will help redefine browser security, allowing organizations to embed lightweight extensions into any browser, providing increased security and eliminating the need for third-party browsers. Organizations have been using vulnerability-prone Remote Access Virtual Private Networks (VPN) or expensive Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) to extend productivity to unmanaged, third-party devices. Zscaler disrupted the market with the introduction of Zscaler Private Access™ (ZPA™), leading a global shift...

Birmingham, MI, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Angle Advisors is pleased to announce that Thermo-Tech Mechanical Insulation, Inc. a leading provider of mechanical insulation services, has been acquired by Installed Building Products, Inc. (“IBP”). Angle Advisors acted as the exclusive investment banking advisor to Thermo-Tech in completing the transaction.Installed Building Products acquired Thermo-Tech Mechanical Insulation “Angle Advisors played a critical role in the successful sale of Thermo-Tech, bringing both industry insight and rigorous transaction execution. Their team managed a complex process with professionalism and focus, resulting in a successful outcome for Thermo-Tech,” said David Schroeder, President, Thermo-Tech. Headquartered in Watertown, Wisconsin, Themo-Tech (“Thermo-Tech” or the “Company”) has a 40-year...

NEW YORK, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — E.F. Hutton and Co. (“E.F. Hutton”), a leading investment banking and financial advisory firm, announced that it is serving as exclusive M&A advisor to Smartkem, Inc. (Nasdaq: SMTK) in connection with Smartkem’s proposed acquisition of Carbonium Core, Inc., a U.S.-based advanced materials company focused on the production of nuclear-grade graphite for next-generation reactor technologies. The proposed transaction is structured pursuant to a non-binding letter of intent under which Smartkem intends to acquire 100% of the outstanding shares of Carbonium Core, Inc. in exchange for newly created Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, subject to the execution of definitive agreements, completion of due diligence, receipt of required approvals, and other customary closing conditions. The...

Facilitating Cambridge Capital’s Strategy to Create a Leading Revenue and Cost Optimization Platform WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AFC today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary TCGDL LLC has closed a $60 million senior secured credit facility to STAT Buyer, LLC, a holding company controlled by Cambridge Capital (“Cambridge”), formed to facilitate the combination of its existing portfolio company STAT with The Moresby Group (“Moresby”). The proceeds from the credit facility will be used to finance the acquisition, refinance existing debt, and provide working capital to support the growth of the combined entity. “We are excited to support Cambridge and the management teams of STAT and Moresby in this transformative transaction. This combination brings together STAT’s machine-learning enabled revenue...

Fort Lauderdale, FL, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cross Keys Capital, LLC, a leading independent investment banking firm providing M&A advisory services to physician group practices and healthcare services companies, is pleased to announce it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Montana Retina Consultants in its partnership with Retina Consultants of America (RCA). Montana Retina Consultants is a community-based retinal care practice in Bozeman, Montana, treating a wide range of retinal diseases including diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears, macular degeneration, central serous chorioretinopathy, choroidal nevus, lattice degeneration, macular edema, retinal detachment, vein occlusion and vitreomacular adhesion. The deal team consisted of Jeanne Proia, Chris Gammill, and Andres Poveda. Led by Dr. Marc Comaratta,...

TORONTO, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Volaris Automotive, an acquirer of specialized software companies serving the automotive industry, today announced the acquisition of WinCar Automotive ICT Solutions (“WinCar”), a prominent provider of dealer management systems in the Netherlands. This furthers Volaris Automotive’s mandate to expand its worldwide reach in the auto sector. Founded more than 30 years ago in Zevenaar, Netherlands, WinCar offers modular software that automates business processes for garages and dealerships across the Dutch market. With this acquisition by Volaris Automotive, WinCar joins a global organization of like-minded software providers serving the automotive industry. Head of Volaris Automotive Werner Leinauer commented, “WinCar has built a strong reputation over more than three decades by delivering...

Established direct lender with a 20+ year track record will add approximately $3.8 billion in assets under managementLower-middle market focus a natural fit with existing P10 strategies DALLAS, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — P10, Inc. (NYSE: PX) (“P10” or the “Company”), a leading private markets solutions provider, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Stellus Capital Management, LLC (“Stellus”), a U.S. direct lender specializing in senior secured loans in the lower-middle market, for an initial purchase price of $250 million. Stellus will continue to be managed by its current partners who will retain control of its day-to-day operations, including investment decisions and investment committee processes. Based in Houston, TX, Stellus is an established direct lending platform that provides senior-secured...