Westland Insurance strengthens its Ontario footprint, adding greenhouse insurance expertise to its growing portfolio Surrey, BC/Territories of the Coast Salish (Kwantlen, Katzie, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen First Nations), Jan. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Westland Insurance, one of Canada’s largest insurance brokerages, today announced that it acquired PV&V Insurance Centre Ltd. and Meester Insurance Centre (collectively “PV&V”) effective January 1, 2026. The acquisition of PV&V underscores Westland’s commitment to strengthening its Ontario presence and broadening access to tailored insurance solutions for individuals and businesses across the province. With operating locations in Burlington and Smithville, PV&V has been proudly serving communities across Southern Ontario and the Niagara region since the 1980’s, including...

New U.S. intellectual property protections expand use of Minovia’s leading technology in mitochondrial-based therapies for primary mitochondrial and severe renal diseases HAIFA, Israel, Jan. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Minovia Therapeutics Ltd. (“Minovia” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing novel therapies to treat mitochondrial diseases and combat age-related decline, today announced that it has been granted two new U.S. patents that further expand and strengthen its global intellectual property portfolio supporting its proprietary Mitochondrial Augmentation Therapy (MAT) platform. The newly granted patents cover mitochondrial augmentation therapy for primary mitochondrial diseases and mitochondrial augmentation therapy for renal diseases, providing extended protection for Minovia’s core platform...

FORM 8.3 PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BYA 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: Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. in its capacity as investment advisor and on behalf its affiliates who are also investment advisors (”Dimensional”). Dimensional expressly disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares described in this form 8.3.  (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.    (c) Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree Rio...

Unmatched scientific firepower: Two Nobel Laureates join Founder Prof. Haitham Amal, leading global autism researcher Critical unmet need: 1 in 31 U.S. children now affected, zero FDA-approved disease-modifying therapies exist FDA Orphan Drug designations secured for autism-related Phelan-McDermid Syndrome (PMS) and Glioblastoma Platform targets the core biology of autism, not just symptomatic relief Beyond Air (NASDAQ: XAIR), majority owner of NeuroNOS, to hold 19.99% of XTL’s post-transaction share capital Beyond Air to receive up to $32.5 million in upfront, development and commercial milestone payments TEL AVIV and BOSTON, Jan. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — XTL Biopharmaceuticals Ltd. (NASDAQ: XTLB; TASE: XTLB.TA) today announced a binding agreement to acquire 85% of NeuroNOS Ltd., a subsidiary of Beyond Air, Inc. (NASDAQ:...

The acquisition positions Intuitive Machines to be a vertically integrated next-generation space prime contractor for commercial, civil and national security space initiatives HOUSTON, Jan. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Intuitive Machines, Inc. (Nasdaq: LUNR) (“Intuitive Machines”) or the (“Company”), a leading space technology, infrastructure, and services company, has completed its acquisition of Lanteris Space Systems (“Lanteris”), formerly Maxar Space Systems, a proven spacecraft manufacturer with an exceptional record of delivering a highly reliable family of spacecraft for national security, civil, and commercial customers. The acquisition, first announced on November 4, 2025, was completed for $800 million before closing adjustments, consisting of $450 million in cash and $350 million in Intuitive Machines Class A common stock. “This...

Deal adds precision manufacturing, advanced computer vision, and other defense technology businesses into the Nukkleus ecosystem NEW YORK and TEL AVIV, Israel, Jan. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nukkleus Inc. (NASDAQ: NUKK), a strategic acquirer and owner of high-potential businesses in the aerospace and defense (A&D) industry, today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Star 26 Capital Inc., a defense-focused acquisition company. Nukkleus acquired 100% of Star 26 in consideration of a mixed package of cash, promissory notes, as well as shares of Nukkleus common stock and associated warrants issued to Star 26 shareholders on a pro-rata basis. Additional details regarding the transaction are available in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The transaction provides Nukkleus with...

HOUSTON, Jan. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Skyward Group (Nasdaq: SKWD) (“the Group” or “the Company”), the unified specialty insurance organization whose operating businesses include Skyward Specialty and Apollo, today announced the global expansion of Skyward Specialty’s Life Sciences insurance solution. Through this expansion, and by leveraging Apollo’s Lloyd’s Syndicate 1969, Skyward Specialty now offers enhanced multinational placements for U.S.-domiciled life sciences companies with international operations. This initiative marks the first strategic collaboration between Skyward Specialty and Apollo since the acquisition closed earlier this month. Skyward Group Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Andrew Robinson said, “The expansion of our Life Sciences product reflects the strength of our combined organization and our ability...

NEW YORK, Jan. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Innovative Rocket Technologies Inc. (“iRocket” or the “Company”) and BPGC Acquisition Corp. (“BPGC”) announced that, in connection with the previously disclosed proposed business combination, iRocket Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of the Company (“Holdco”), has confidentially submitted a draft registration statement on Form S-4 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). The proposed business combination (the “Business Combination”) was initially announced on July 23, 2025. Subject to the completion of the SEC review process and satisfaction of customary closing conditions, including the approval of BPGC’s shareholders, Holdco is expected to be listed on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “IRX” upon the closing of the transaction. About iRocketiRocket, founded in 2018 and...

“We intend for Old Glory Bank to be the first chartered bank to fully integrate crypto into daily banking.” Michael Staw, Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer. Main Street, America, Jan. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Old Glory Bank, serving customers in all 50 states with its pro-America online banking platform, and Digital Asset Acquisition Corporation (Nasdaq: DAAQ) (“DAAQ”), a special purpose acquisition company, today announced that DAAQ and Old Glory Bank’s Bank Holding Company have entered into a definitive business combination agreement to create OGB Financial Company, a Texas corporation to be listed on Nasdaq under the reserved ticker symbol “OGB.” The closing of the transaction is expected to occur at the end of the first quarter or early in the second quarter of 2026 and is subject to approval by the shareholders of...

Advances Bitcoin Depot’s Nationwide Expansion Strategy and Market Consolidation Efforts ATLANTA, Jan. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitcoin Depot (NASDAQ: BTM), a U.S.-based Bitcoin ATM (“BTM”) operator and leading fintech company, today announced its acquisition of Instant Coin Bank, a regional BTM operator with locations throughout Texas and Oklahoma. The acquisition strengthens Bitcoin Depot’s footprint in the South-Central United States and supports the Company’s long-term growth strategy. “Instant Coin Bank is a strong strategic fit in a region where we continue to see sustained demand for convenient, secure cash-to-crypto access,” said Bitcoin Depot CEO Scott Buchanan. “This transaction allows us to further expand our presence in Texas and surrounding markets while applying operational expertise and compliance infrastructure...