MARLBOROUGH, Mass., March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Akoya Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: AKYA) (“Akoya”), The Spatial Biology Company®, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ending December 31, 2024. “Akoya navigated a challenging 2024 in the life science tools market, which was constrained by subdued capital equipment purchases, by successfully strengthening gross margins, reducing operating expenses and advancing our companion diagnostics programs throughout the year. We remain optimistic about the long-term growth outlook of Akoya’s leading spatial biology solutions,” said Brian McKelligon, CEO of Akoya. “In 2024, Akoya achieved multiple milestones, including expanding our market-leading installed base to 1,330 instruments, launching our Manufacturing Center of Excellence...

NEW YORK, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Interparfums, Inc. (NASDAQ GS: IPAR) (“Interparfums” or the “Company”) today announced that its subsidiary, Interparfums SA, has acquired all worldwide intellectual property rights relating to Maison Goutal held by Amorepacific Europe. Amorepacific Europe will continue to operate the Goutal Brand under a license agreement for a set duration. Interparfums SA will develop the brand from 2026 onwards, together with its licensee. Created by Annick Goutal in 1981, the eponymous brand positioned itself from the start in the exclusive high-end segment with the launch of the L’Eau d’Hadrien line and the opening of a first boutique on Rue de Bellechasse in Paris. Known for refined and poetic creations, Goutal successively developed a wide range of perfume, bath and home fragrance lines, marketed...

Paris – France Everaxis, a leading global player in high-precision rotating solutions, announced the acquisition of 2G Engineering, a strategic move that aligns with its accelerated growth strategy and ambition to expand its presence in the US market. The acquisition of 2G Engineering complements Everaxis’ strong organic growth with acquisitive growth, expanding capabilities while staying true to its core expertise. The focus is on expanding our U.S. presence and creating a balanced footprint between the U.S. and global markets. We are highly selective in the companies we choose to partner with, ensuring they align with our business model — highly engineered solutions with strong growth potential. “2G Engineering has selected Everaxis as a partner for the future. Everaxis has a strong reputation for quality products in the aerospace...

ATLANTA, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lucasys, a recognized leader in technology solutions for complex, asset-intensive businesses, is thrilled to announce the acquisition of PorterLogic, a leading innovator of flexible, low-code supply chain and operations platforms. This strategic move adds PorterLogic’s innovative supply chain technology and talented team to Lucasys’ expertise in delivering tailored financial and operational software, promising enhanced value for customers across industries. Under the acquisition, Lucasys will integrate the PorterLogic platform, its team, and all existing customers into its operations. The combined entity will accelerate innovation, offering a seamless blend of supply chain optimization and financial management tools designed to modernize how organizations operate. PorterLogic’s composable,...

Strategic Move Positions VCI Global’s Fintech Division Among Tech Unicorns like Carsome and SoftBank-Backed Carro KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VCI Global Limited (NASDAQ: VCIG) (“VCI Global” or the “Company”), a leading AI infrastructure provider, has signed a definitive agreement, valued at approximately US$1.8 million, to acquire Datanex Asia Sdn Bhd (“Lux-Motion”), a high-growth Malaysian luxury supercar e-commerce platform. The acquisition marked a significant expansion into AI-driven automotive financing and blockchain-powered digital lending, further solidifying VCI Global’s leadership innovation within the luxury auto sector. As an AI-powered luxury supercar e-commerce platform, Lux-Motion is transforming high-end automotive services through advanced digital innovation. At the core of its technology,...

Transaction HighlightsCreates an Integrated, End-to-End Platform: Together, EQ and Notified will deliver seamless, end-to-end investor relations, public relations and share registry solutions. Full Corporate Lifecycle Support: Provides comprehensive communication solutions for private companies, pre-IPO firms, and public issuers big and small. Furthering EQ’s Strategic Growth: Follows additional successful integrations, this enhances EQ’s position as a global leader in shareholder and corporate lifecycle solutions. Transaction Close: The acquisition is expected to close in the second quarter of 2025.NEW YORK, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Equiniti (EQ)1 has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Notified, the award-winning global provider of public relations (PR) and investor relations (IR) solutions and services....

ROUYN-NORANDA, Quebec, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GLOBEX MINING ENTERPRISES INC. (GMX – Toronto Stock Exchange, G1MN – Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Berlin, Munich, Tradegate, Lang & Schwarz, LS Exchange, TTMzero, Düsseldorf and Quotrix Düsseldorf Stock Exchanges and GLBXF – OTCQX International in the US) is pleased to inform shareholders that it has agreed to purchase three gold royalties from IAMGOLD Corporation. Each royalty is a one percent (1%) Net Smelter Royalty (NSR) applicable to the Porcupine West Gold, Eldrich Gold Mine and Rouyn-Merger Gold Mine properties, located in Quebec and all owned 100% by Globex. All three properties have significant historic intersections of gold mineralization. The purchase price is $349,999.65 in US dollars payable on May 7, 2025. Jack Stoch, President, CEO and Chairman, commented: “We...

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: AXA Investment Managers S.A.(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 Life Science REIT plc(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree:  (e)   Date position held/dealing undertaken:        For...

Strategic Acquisition Strengthens Volaris Automotive’s Offerings and Market Reach TORONTO, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Volaris Automotive, an acquirer of specialized software companies serving the automotive industry, today announced the acquisition of Britehouse Automotive, a prominent developer of innovative automotive software platforms. This continues Volaris Automotive’s initiative to further expand its reach in the auto sector. Founded in 1983 in South Africa, Britehouse Automotive delivers a comprehensive dealer management software (DMS) along with custom digital solutions. With over 40 years of experience, the company has expanded its reach to become the premiere choice for auto companies across South Africa, Eswatini, Botswana, Lesotho and Namibia. In 2010, Japan-based Nippon Telegraph & Telephone Corporation...

FORM 8.5 (EPT/RI) PUBLIC DEALING DISCLOSURE BY AN EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER WITH RECOGNISED INTERMEDIARY STATUS DEALING IN A CLIENT-SERVING CAPACITYRule 8.5 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”) 1.         KEY INFORMATION(a) Name of exempt principal trader: HSBC Bank Plc(b) Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:     Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree Bakkavor Group plc(c) Name of the party to the offer with which exempt principal trader is connected: OFFEROR: Greencore Group plc(d) Date dealing undertaken: 14 March 2025(e) In addition to the company in 1(b) above, is the exempt principal trader making disclosures in respect of any other party to this offer?     If it is a cash offer or possible cash offer, state “N/A” Greencore Group plc    2.        ...