PRESS RELEASEIvry-sur-Seine, France — November 12, 2024, 5:45 pm CEST THE RELEASE, PUBLICATION OR DISTRIBUTION OF THIS PRESS RELEASE IN WHOLE OR IN PART, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IS NOT PERMITTED IN OR INTO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AUSTRALIA, CANADA, JAPAN OR ANY OTHER COUNTRY WHERE SUCH COMMUNICATION WOULD VIOLATE THE RELEVANT APPLICABLE REGULATION FINAL RESULTS OF THE REOPENING OF THE TENDER PERIOD FNAC DARTY AND RUBY SECURE 91.15% OF THE SHARE CAPITAL OF UNIEURO, WHICH WILL BE DELISTEDFinal results of the Reopening of the Tender Period: 19.66% of Unieuro’s share capital tendered, which cumulated to the 71.48% already owned by Offerors, represents 91.15% of Unieuro’s share capital The payment of the Consideration for the Reopening of the Tender Period will take place on 15 November 2024 The procedure for the fulfillment of the...

PRESS RELEASE Paris – November 12,2024 Bureau Veritas continues to build capabilities in the energy and renewables sector through the acquisition of Versatec Energy B.V. Bureau Veritas, a global leader in Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, today announced the acquisition of Versatec Energy B.V., an independent and specialized technical advisory company for the offshore and onshore energy industry. This acquisition is in line with the LEAP | 28 strategy to create a new stronghold in the fast-growing renewables segment, underscoring the Group’s commitment to the energy transition, and strengthening its position as a crucial player in shaping a sustainable and safe energy sector. Bureau Veritas contributes to energy sector efficiency by providing power sector customers with end-to-end solutions to meet the immediate and future...

THE DÉKUPLE GROUP STRENGTHENS ITS POSITION IN THE LOYALTY MARKET WITH A MAJORITY STAKE IN COUPDEPOING Paris, November 12, 2024 (8:00am) – The DÉKUPLE Group, a European expert in communications and data marketing, announces the acquisition of a majority stake in CoupdePoing. This transaction will strengthen the DÉKUPLE Group’s position in the loyalty market, with the goal of becoming a leading player in France and expanding its reach internationally. Founded in 1985, CoupdePoing is an agency renowned for its BtoB solutions in customer loyalty, employee motivation and business development. The company’s headquarters and logistics base are in Nice, with sales offices in Lyon and Paris. With loyalty at the core of DÉKUPLE Group’s strategy, this merger aims to integrate its specialized subsidiary, Leoo, into CoupdePoing....

GPOP Merges with UnderknownWebby-award-winning, digital-first media company, Underknown, announced today that it has completed a merger to onboard the independent creator media agency, GPOP. This strategic move brings together Underknown’s innovative content expertise, and GPOP’s dynamic agency capabilities, to enhance offerings and expand opportunities for both companies and their partners.TORONTO, Nov. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Webby-award-winning, digital-first media company, Underknown, announced today that it has completed a merger to onboard the independent creator media agency, GPOP. This strategic move brings together Underknown’s innovative content expertise, and GPOP’s dynamic agency capabilities, to enhance offerings and expand opportunities for both companies and their partners. The deal brings GPOP into...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. and ROISSY-EN-FRANCE, France, Nov. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First Coast Security (FCS), a Jacksonville, Florida-based world-class provider of security services delivered by highly trained professionals across North America, has been acquired by worldwide security leader ICTS Europe, a preeminent international comprehensive security solutions provider headquartered in Roissy-En-France, France, and owned by Paris-based Groupe Sofinord. The acquisition will establish FCS as the North American corporate security business unit of ICTS Europe, strengthening the billion-dollar Group’s presence in the US. Nothing will change for FCS’ clients and staff, who will continue to provide the same high-quality services they always have, but now with the backing of a global organization with ample resources, expertise and...

HONG KONG, Nov. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sasken Technologies Limited (India NSE: SASKEN, BSE: 532663, “Sasken”), a leading global product engineering and digital transformation services company based in India announced today the intent to acquire hardware and software services business of Borqs Technologies, Inc. (U.S. OTC: BRQSF, “Borqs”) a global provider of embedded software and products for the Internet of Things (IoT). This strategic move is aligned with Sasken’s 60x4x3 strategy to drive growth, innovation, and competitiveness in the market. The acquisition will enable Sasken to support customers in designing, developing, and commercializing connected devices from concept to market. It includes ideation, IP development, software and product realization, and hardware supply chain management. Working closely with chipset...

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 LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES GROUP PLC(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: N/A(e)   Date...

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 ECKOH 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...

Acquisition will mark second largest franchisee deal in First Watch’s history, Includes development rights for market BRADENTON, Fla., Nov. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First Watch Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: FWRG) (together with its subsidiaries “First Watch” or the “Company”), the leading Daytime Dining concept serving breakfast, brunch and lunch, today announced it has agreed to acquire 15 of its franchise-owned restaurants, one restaurant currently under construction and corresponding development rights in North Carolina and South Carolina for an aggregate purchase price of $49 million on a cash-free, debt-free basis, subject to certain customary adjustments. The restaurant currently under construction is expected to open prior to the closing of the transaction. “Strategic acquisitions of franchise-operated restaurants like...

NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NEW YORK, November 10, 2024 /GlobeNewswire/– Monteverde & Associates PC (the “M&A Class Action Firm”), has recovered millions of dollars for shareholders and is recognized as a Top 50 Firm by ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. We are headquartered at the Empire State Building in New York City and are investigating:Camden National Corp. (Nasdaq: CAC), relating to its proposed merger with Northway Financial, Inc. Under the terms of the agreement, Camden common stock will automatically be converted into the right to receive 0.83 shares of Northway stock.ACT NOW! The Shareholder Vote is scheduled for December 17, 2024. Click here for more information https://monteverdelaw.com/case/camden-national-corp/.  It is free and there is no cost or obligation to you.Outbrain...