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 IDOX PLC(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: IDOX PLC AS AN ASSOCIATE OF THE CANACCORD...

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 IQE PLC(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: N/A(e)   Date position held/dealing...

BUILDING THE EUROPEAN CO-LEADER IN FULL-SERVICE VEHICLE LEASING EXCLUSIVE NEGOTIATIONS BETWEEN ARVAL AND MERCEDES-BENZ GROUP FOR THE ACQUISITION OF ATHLON PRESS RELEASE Paris, 18 December 2025 With a fleet of 1.9 million vehicles under full-service leasing and the strongest growth momentum in the market as well as the highest quality of service – achieving an average annual increase of more than 100,000 units over the past three years – Arval, together with Athlon, would create a combined entity of close to 2.3 million vehicles, compared to the current leader with 2.6 million vehicles in full-service leasing. This would significantly strengthen Arval’s presence in key markets and its competitive position in Europe, making it the European co-leader in full-service vehicle leasing. The integration of these operational platforms would generate...

NEW YORK and TEL AVIV, Israel, Dec. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nukkleus Inc. (NASDAQ: NUKK) (“Nukkleus” or the “Company”), a strategic acquirer and developer of high-potential businesses in the aerospace and defense (A&D) industry, today announced that its stockholders have approved the acquisition of Star 26 Capital Inc., a defense-focused acquisition company. The transaction is expected to close before December 31, 2025. Pursuant to the approved transaction, Nukkleus is expected to acquire 100% of Star 26 in consideration of a mixed package of cash, equity, and promissory notes, subject to customary adjustments, as well as shares of Nukkleus common stock and associated warrants issued to Star 26 shareholders. Additional details regarding the transaction are available in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange...

MARKHAM, Ontario, Dec. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Executive Chairman of Unisync Corp. (“Unisync”), Renting (Tim) Gu, reports that he has indirectly acquired, through a holding company controlled by him, by private transaction executed through the facilities of the Toronto Stock Exchange, a total of 800,000 common shares of Unisync at a price of $1.31 per share for total consideration of $1,048,000. Prior to the transaction, Mr. Gu had indirect ownership and control over 1,039,764 common shares, representing approximately 5.5% of the outstanding common shares of Unisync, and direct ownership of stock options exercisable for 225,000 common shares. Following the transaction, Mr. Gu has indirect ownership and control over 1,839,764 common shares of Unisync, representing approximately 9.7% of the outstanding common shares of Unisync,...

Complementary strategic combination to expand Citizens Business Bank’s presence in the Bay Area and to enhance industry-leading financial performance ONTARIO, Calif. and SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CVB Financial Corp. (Nasdaq: CVBF; together with Citizens Business Bank, National Association, “Citizens”) and Heritage Commerce Corp (Nasdaq: HTBK; together with Heritage Bank of Commerce, “Heritage”), today jointly announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement. Under the terms of the agreement, Heritage will merge with and into Citizens in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $811 million, or $13.00 per HTBK share, based on CVBF’s closing stock price on December 16, 2025. The combination results in a top-performing California business bank with approximately $22 billion in assets,...

EPA-Certified reclaimer and refrigerant distributor expands recovery network and geographic footprintWOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Dec. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hudson Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: HDSN) a leading provider of innovative and sustainable refrigerant products and services to the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry – and one of the nation’s largest refrigerant reclaimers – has announced the acquisition of Refrigerants Inc., an EPA- certified reclaimer and refrigerant distributor based in Denver, Colorado. The initial purchase price of $2.5 million is subject to customary post-closing adjustments. With more than two decades in the industry, Refrigerants Inc. offers a full range of refrigerant lifecycle management services including refrigerant buyback, sales and distribution, cylinder...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Scarlet Security & Risk Group (SSRG) continues to execute on its growth strategy with the acquisition of Ontario-based security services provider, Pillar Security. This latest move further strengthens SSRG’s presence in the Ontario market and reinforces its commitment to offering client-focused security, systems integration and risk management solutions across Canada. Pillar Security has built a strong reputation over the years for delivering high-quality concierge solutions across the province. With this acquisition, all Pillar staff and management will join the SSRG team. Pillar’s founder, Fatsah Bennai, will continue in a key role, ensuring continuity for clients and team members while contributing to the strategic integration and growth of the business. Patrick...

NEW YORK, Dec. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SANDOW Companies announced that it has acquired Azure, Canada’s leading international voice in architecture and design. Azure will operate as part of SANDOW DESIGN GROUP, a collective of influential design brands spanning media, research, and creative services. Founded more than four decades ago by Sergio Sgaramella and the late Nelda Rodger, Azure has earned a global reputation for rigorous journalism, sharp point of view, and exceptional visual standards. With its international perspective and multidisciplinary lens across architecture, interiors, product design, landscape, and urbanism, Azure has played a defining role in elevating Canadian design while engaging a worldwide audience of design professionals. Elizabeth Pagliacolo will continue in her role as Editor in Chief. A National...

MARLBOROUGH, Mass., Dec. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ConnectM Technology Solutions, Inc. (OTC: CNTM) (“ConnectM” or the “Company”), brings together technology-driven businesses powering the modern energy economy, today announced that it has significantly reduced its convertible debt through equity conversions, expanded its roster of capital providers to support growth, and continued to build its technology and infrastructure platform through the strategic acquisitions of Amperics and Geo Impex. Recent activity included the issuance of an aggregate of approximately 39.5 million shares of common stock upon the conversion of various outstanding convertible promissory notes, retiring approximately $8.4 million of convertible note principal, plus accrued interest, and eliminating associated derivative liabilities from the Company’s...