Rocket Lab now plans to scale Mynaric production capacity, making industry-leading satellite laser communication technology available at the volume and speed demanded by commercial and government satellite customers across Europe, the United States, and rest of world LONG BEACH, Calif., April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rocket Lab Corporation (Nasdaq: RKLB) (“Rocket Lab” or “the Company”), a global leader in launch services and space systems, today announced it has completed the acquisition of Mynaric AG (“Mynaric”), a leading provider of laser optical communications terminals for air, space, and mobile applications. Rocket Lab paid an aggregate consideration value of $155.3 million consisting of a nominal cash payment and 2,277,002 shares of Rocket Lab’s Common Stock. The acquisition further strengthens Rocket Lab’s extensive capabilities...

Combined company to operate as Obsidian Therapeutics, Inc. and to advance Obsidian’s pipeline of novel engineered TIL cell therapies for the treatment of patients with solid tumors.Obsidian’s lead product candidate, OBX-115, is a genetically engineered, autologous TIL cell therapy currently in a Phase 2 clinical trial for the treatment of advanced melanoma and a Phase 1 clinical trial for the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (“NSCLC”).Concurrent private placement financing of $350 million expected to fund the combined company into the second half of 2028 and provide capital through multiple clinical data milestones expected in 2027, including NSCLC Phase 1 data (expected 1H 2027) and melanoma registration-enabling data (expected year-end 2027).Galera stockholders will retain a contingent value right for 95% of all future...

COTTONWOOD HEIGHTS, Utah, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Backcountry, the leading premium specialty retailer of outdoor gear and apparel, today announced the launch of Backcountry Garage — an innovation engine and brand incubator designed to empower founders with the resources, expertise, and distribution to scale great ideas. The first act of Backcountry Garage is the acquisition of Coalatree, a Utah-based eco-minded gear and apparel brand. Thirty years ago, Backcountry began with two founders selling avalanche beacons out of a garage. Today, Backcountry Garage carries that same entrepreneurial spirit forward, built to accelerate and grow the next generation of outdoor brands. From expedition‑level objectives to backyard missions and weekend staples, the goal is to bring new, innovative solutions to every kind of time outside. “At...

Merger strengthens electrical industry expertise and expands coverage across California and Northern Nevada LEMONT, Ill., April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Forward Solutions, a leading sales and marketing agency, today announced the merger of Sales Lane, a California-based manufacturers’ representative firm specializing in lighting and electrical solutions. Founded in 2019, Sales Lane serves customers across California and Northern Nevada, representing a portfolio of leading lighting manufacturers. This merger enhances Forward Solutions’ capabilities in the electrical industry. Together, the organizations will deliver increased technical expertise, broader product offerings, and enhanced support for manufacturers, distributors, and end users. Strengthening Technical Expertise Sales Lane has built a strong reputation for its deep...

Firm will serve as integration agent providing asset intelligent capital, real estate optimization and inventory rationalization Boston, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gordon Brothers, the global asset experts, provided $175 million in strategic financing to support Phillips Pet Food’s (Phillips) acquisition of the pet distribution arm of Central Garden & Pet Co., Central Pet. Gordon Brothers will serve as the integration agent providing asset intelligent capital, real estate optimization and inventory rationalization. Phillips, which is owned by Axar Capital Management (Axar), and Central Pet will together form the largest pet distribution company in the United States. The financing from Gordon Brothers, consisting of a $175 million unitranche asset-based lending revolver structured with a RILO℠ tranche embedded within...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SAGA Metals Corp. (“SAGA” or the “Company”) (TSXV: SAGA) (OTCQB: SAGMF) (FSE: 20H), a North American exploration company focused on critical mineral discoveries, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a share purchase agreement dated April 13, 2026 (the “SPA”) with Catalyst Rare Metals Ltd. (“Catalyst”) and each of the shareholders thereof (collectively, the “Vendors”), pursuant to which SAGA will acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Catalyst, which itself holds a 100% interest in the Wolverine rare earth element (“REE”) project (the “Wolverine REE Project”), a royalty-free, heavy rare earth project located near the coast of central Labrador, Canada (the “Acquisition”). Wolverine REE Project Highlights:2025 reverse circulation...

Acquisition to enhance Euronet’s merchant services footprint in Spain and Portugal and deliver advanced omnichannel payment solutions in global markets. LEAWOOD, Kan., April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Euronet Worldwide (NASDAQ: EEFT), a global leader in payment processing and cross-border transactions, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire PaynoPain, a Spanish fintech company recognized for its digital-first, online payment solutions serving businesses of all sizes—from SMEs to large enterprises—across industries including e-commerce, hospitality, microfinance, and marketplace platforms. The acquisition strengthens Euronet’s direct merchant acquiring footprint in Spain and Portugal and supports the global expansion of omnichannel online payments and alternative payment methods. The transaction is expected...

Private Advisor Group to Acquire Hybrid RIA Business SAN DIEGO, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: LPLA) (together with its subsidiaries, including LPL Capital Partners, Inc. and LPL Financial LLC, “LPL” or “LPL Financial”), today announced that the firm has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire Mariner Advisor Network, a segment of Mariner. In partnership with LPL, Private Advisor Group, LLC will acquire Mariner Advisor Network’s hybrid advisors and align those advisors under their hybrid Registered Investment Advisor (RIA). Affiliated with LPL Financial, Mariner Advisor Network supports 367 financial advisors who collectively manage $31 billion in assets. As part of this transaction, 223 advisors will remain directly affiliated with LPL, continuing to operate on their existing...

The acquisition provides stability and continuity for hundreds of clients MONTREAL, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Arton Capital, the world-leading investment migration consultancy, has today announced that its regulated subsidiary, Arton Investments, has acquired the client portfolio of AURAY Capital Canada (ACC), marking ACC’s exit from the Quebec Investor Immigration Program (QIIP). Through this transaction, Arton Investments acquires ACC’s roster of existing clients. The transaction also sees Arton acquire a comprehensive portfolio of ±20,000 historic relationships, built over time since ACC’s creation in 2013 following Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton’s acquisition of Desjardins’ Immigrant Investor Program business. This strategic move ensures uninterrupted service and continuity for hundreds of clients currently in transition...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) (BMV: ZENA) (“ZenaTech”), a technology solution provider specializing in AI (Artificial Intelligence) drones, Drone as a Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS, and Quantum Computing solutions, announces the acquisition of all material assets of NOW Solutions Inc., a Richardson, Texas-based, HR and payroll software company with a long-standing list of customers including schools, hospitals, municipal organizations, and government entities across the U.S. and Canada. The material assets of the Human Resource Management System (HRMS) company, which serves small to mid-market-sized customers with workforces of 1000 to 20,000 employees, was acquired through a bankruptcy sale process under U.S. bankruptcy law. This acquisition...