The acquisition positions the nation’s largest and most experienced pure-play community solar company for continued growth, signaling its financial strength and scalability as the preferred partner for solar project developers and asset owners BOSTON, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Perch Energy today announced the acquisition of Solstice, a leading and fast-growing service provider specializing in customer acquisition and management for community solar development, formerly owned by MyPower, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mitsui & Co. This deal further establishes Perch as the most experienced and largest pure-play community solar acquisition and management servicing platform in the U.S. This dynamic combination strengthens Perch’s acquisition and management capabilities and its market footprint across all community solar...

Following the Addition of General Jack Keane, REalloys Further Strengthens Board with Addition of Former Vice Chairman of UBS Investment Bank  Blackboxstocks/REalloys Form S-4 has been declared effective by the SEC, and, pending NASDAQ listing approval, the company expects to close the merger DALLAS, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Blackboxstocks Inc. (NASDAQ: BLBX) (“Blackboxstocks” or the “Company”) today announced that its merger target, REalloys Inc. (“REalloys”), has entered into a designate director agreement with Bob Foresman. Mr. Foresman will formally join the REalloys Board of Directors upon the closing of the merger between Blackboxstocks and REalloys. Blackboxstocks’ registration statement on Form S-4 has been declared effective by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, and the companies expect to complete the...

ST. LOUIS, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ST. LOUIS, MO – February 2026 – Western Specialty Contractors, a leading national provider of specialty construction, restoration, and concrete services, is proud to announce its transition to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after 110 years of family ownership. This significant milestone allows Western Specialty Contractors’ employees to acquire a meaningful ownership stake in the company, ensuring long-term continuity, reinforcing the firm’s employee-centric culture, and preserving its independence for future generations. The ESOP structure provides Western Specialty Contractors with a new ownership solution that supports ongoing investment in operations, leadership development, and strategic growth initiatives, while aligning employees directly with the company’s long-term performance. “Our...

Auddia proposes to merge with Thramann Holdings and restructure into a holding company called McCarthy Finney with ticker symbol changing to MCFN Auddia shareholders to own approximately 20% of MCFN at closing Company estimates base case DCF valuation of McCarthy Finney to be $250 million BOULDER, Colo., Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Auddia Inc. (NASDAQ: AUUD) (NASDAQ: AUUDW) (“Auddia” or the “Company”), today announced that in a follow up to the business combination LOI previously announced in August 2025, the Company’s board, acting upon the recommendation of its special committee of independent directors, has approved a definitive merger agreement for a business combination between Auddia and Thramann Holdings, LLC (“Thramann Holdings”). Thramann Holdings is a privately held holding company that controls LT350, Influence...

San Francisco, CA, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SpatialChat, a rapidly scaling video communication platform redefining how distributed teams collaborate and execute work, today announced the acquisition of Teemyco, a European company in the virtual collaboration space with more than five years of operating history. Temyco has supported thousands of teams across more than 150 countries and raised over $5 million in venture funding, establishing itself as one of the earliest innovators in presence-driven digital collaboration. The acquisition marks a major milestone in SpatialChat’s expansion and follows a breakout year of 10× year-over-year growth, driven by accelerating adoption of remote, hybrid, and fully distributed Cloud HQ operating models. By combining Teemyco’s product maturity and long-term user insights with SpatialChat’s...

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...

LONGUEUIL, Quebec, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Azimut Exploration Inc. (“Azimut” or the “Company”) (TSXV: AZM) (OTCQX: AZMTF) announces the closing of the acquisition by LiFT Power Ltd. (“LiFT”) (TSXV: LIFT, OTCQX: LIFFF) of its 50% interest in the Galinée Property (the “Property”) located in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay region of Quebec. Under the acquisition agreement (the “Agreement”) announced on December 24, 2025 (see news releasei), LiFT acquired Azimut’s interest by issuing 2,000,000 common shares. Azimut was also granted a 1.4% NSR royalty on the Property, providing some long-term exposure to future developments. In addition, Azimut is entitled to a $1,500,000 deferred payment, payable in cash, or, subject to certain terms and conditions set out in the Agreement, in common shares of LiFT, at the earlier of 18 months...

Jersey, Channel Islands, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — 18 February 2026 | SAINT HELIER, Jersey | On 8 September 2025 CoinShares International Limited (“CoinShares”) (Nasdaq Stockholm: CS; US OTCQX: CNSRF) announced a joint merger plan with Vine Hill Capital Investment Corp (Nasdaq: VCIC) (“Vine Hill”) and Odysseus Holdings Limited (“Odysseus Holdings”), including a court-sanctioned scheme of arrangement under Article 125 of the Jersey Companies Law (“Scheme of Arrangement”) in order to facilitate a change of listing venue for CoinShares Shares from Nasdaq Stockholm to the Nasdaq Stock Market in the United States, or any other public stock market or exchange in the United States as may be agreed between CoinShares and Vine Hill (such joint merger plan and the Scheme of Arrangement being together the “Transaction”). Capitalised...

Newmark acquires Altus’ Canadian Appraisal business and adopts ARGUS Intelligence, expanding software and data subscription services TORONTO and NEW YORK, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Altus Group Limited (“Altus Group”, or “Altus”) (TSX: AIF), a leading provider of commercial real estate (“CRE”) intelligence, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Canadian Appraisals business to an affiliate of Newmark Group, Inc. (“Newmark”) (NASDAQ: NMRK).The acquisition is expected to close on or about March 1, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. Altus’ Canadian Appraisals business will become part of Newmark’s Valuation & Advisory offering. Newmark has also entered into a multi-year license agreement with Altus Group for global access to ARGUS Intelligence, among its other software and...

LymphaTech’s 3D Platform and Digital Capabilities to Improve Disease Identification, Accelerate Therapy Adoption, and Support Next-Generation Lymphatic Therapies MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Tactile Systems Technology, Inc. (“Tactile Medical”; the “Company”) (Nasdaq: TCMD), a medical technology company providing therapies for people with chronic disorders, today announced that it has acquired LymphaTech Inc., for an upfront cash payment at closing of $6.8 million, plus potential additional consideration that is contingent upon the achievement of future milestones. Founded in 2014, LymphaTech, Inc. is a privately held medical technology company pioneering a digital, three-dimensional (“3D”) full body measurement and monitoring platform designed specifically for lymphedema. Damage to the lymphatic system from chronic...