LOS ANGELES, April 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CrownGuard Capital LLC, a direct balance sheet lender specializing in structured commercial real estate financing, is pleased to announce the successful closing of a $22,000,000 bridge loan to support the acquisition and development of a premier beach house property in Southern California. The financing was executed under a 36-month term at a 10.79% interest rate, providing the borrower with flexible, short-term capital to complete the acquisition and implement a value-add business plan focused on enhancing the property’s luxury appeal and guest experience. The transaction was driven by a time-sensitive opportunity, as the seller required an expedited closing to satisfy an existing loan payoff. Recognizing the urgency, a returning CrownGuard client engaged the firm directly to secure...

Tilray Advances UK Healthcare Platform with Lyphe Acquisition, Positions BrewDog for Strong Growth, and Prepares for U.S. Rescheduling and Medical Cannabis Opportunity NEW YORK and LEAMINGTON, Ontario, April 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Tilray Brands, Inc. (“Tilray”, “our”, “we” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: TLRY; TSX: TLRY), a global lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company at the forefront of the cannabis, beverage, and wellness industries, today announced a series of strategic initiatives marking its next phase of global growth, expanding its leadership across healthcare, cannabis and beverage while strengthening its ability to expand internationally and capture emerging market opportunities. Irwin D. Simon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Tilray Brands, stated: “Tilray Brands is setting the pace for global innovation...

ST. LOUIS and ROUEN, France, April 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Stereotaxis (NYSE: STXS), a pioneer and global leader in surgical robotics for minimally invasive endovascular intervention, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Robocath, a venture-backed innovator of robotic technologies for interventional cardiology and neurointerventions. This acquisition significantly strengthens Stereotaxis’ position as a leading platform for the full spectrum of endovascular procedures, combining complementary technologies to deliver next-generation fully-integrated robotic solutions for electrophysiology, interventional cardiology and neurointerventions. “Robocath represents a highly strategic addition to Stereotaxis, amplifying and accelerating our strategy as the leading robotic platform for the broad spectrum...

NEW YORK, April 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — eToro, the trading and investing platform, has entered into an agreement to acquire Zengo, a leading self-custodial crypto wallet provider, in a move that deepens eToro’s digital asset capabilities and accelerates its strategy of connecting traditional finance with on-chain infrastructure and the crypto native economy. The acquisition brings together eToro’s global multi-asset platform and distribution with Zengo’s non-custodial wallet technology, supporting Zengo’s next phase of growth while expanding eToro’s digital asset capabilities. The transaction strengthens eToro’s ability to support evolving digital asset use cases, including tokenized assets and emerging decentralized trading models such as prediction markets and perpetuals, as these markets develop. Yoni Assia, Co-founder and...

Schiphol, April 15, 2026Transaction marks the completion of the strategic review of Aegon UK, further supporting Aegon in its ambition to become a leading US life insurance and retirement group The proceeds are valued at GBP 2.0 billion and consist of a shareholding of 15.3% (181.1 million shares) in Standard Life plc (Standard Life)1 and a cash amount of GBP 0.75 billion. Any remittances taken out of Aegon UK between the signing and closing of the transaction will be deducted from the GBP 0.75 billion cash amount Total consideration equivalent to 14.2x 2025 operating result after tax and 1.9x 2025 IFRS Shareholder’s equity2 The cash received from the transaction, minus the value of the remittances that were expected to be received from Aegon UK between the signing and the closing of the transaction, is expected to be used for a combination...

TORONTO, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — O2Gold Inc. (NEX:OTGO.H) (“O2Gold” or the “Company”) announces today that it has elected to not extend the term of the share exchange agreement entered into with Quebec Aur Ltd. (“Quebec Aur”) and Quebec Aur’s shareholders dated effective April 15, 2024, as amended, (the “Agreement”) pursuant to which the Company anticipated acquiring a gold mining exploration property in Quebec (the “Acquisition”). As a result the Agreement has been terminated and the Acquisition will not be completed. The Company has also cancelled its previously announced non-brokered private placement financing of 18 million units and 16 million flow-through common shares (the “Offering”) and its previously announced shares for debt settlement agreement, pursuant to which the Company intended to issue 7,000,000 of its...

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...