BOSTON and LONDON, Nov. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Akari Therapeutics, Plc (Nasdaq: AKTX), an innovative biotechnology company developing advanced therapies for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, announces shareholder approval in connection with the merger of Akari Therapeutics, Plc (the Company) and Peak Bio, Inc. At a General Meeting held in relation to the merger at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at the Company’s offices in London, shareholders approved the Company’s issuance of shares in connection with the proposed merger, with approximately 99% of shares present at the General Meeting, in person or by proxy, voted in support. “I am thrilled to announce this important step toward finalization of the merger of our two companies,” said Samir Patel, MD, Akari’s Interim President & CEO. “With the...

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...

Transaction will unite industry leaders to create an emerging force in the aerospace and defense industry FAIRFIELD, New Jersey, Nov. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Velocity One, a newly formed aerospace manufacturing holding company, announced today it has signed a merger agreement with EMCORE Corporation (Nasdaq: EMKR) (“EMCORE”), a provider of inertial navigation solutions to the aerospace and defense industry. Under the agreement, EMCORE will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Velocity One. The purchase price of $3.10 per share in cash, backed by Charlesbank Capital Partners (“Charlesbank”), a private investment firm with more than $22 billion of total assets*, has been unanimously approved by the EMCORE board of directors. Velocity One will now have three industry leaders operating under its wing. In addition to EMCORE, it will...

TORONTO, Nov. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Telsec Property Corporation (“Telsec“), a corporation controlled by Dick Van Grieken, and FC Private Equity Realty Management Corp. (“Firm Capital” and together with Telsec, the “Offerors“) are pleased to announce that since October 22, 2024 they have collectively acquired 237,490 trust units (“Trust Units“) of Melcor Real Estate Investment Trust (“Melcor REIT“) through both the facilities of the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX“) and the mini-tender offer proposed by the Offerors (the “Tender Offer“) to unitholders of Melcor REIT other than Melcor Developments Ltd. (“Melcor Parent“) and any related party of Melcor REIT or Melcor Parent (“Minority Unitholders“). As a result of these acquisitions,...

GRILLiT rebrands as Primior Holdings, launches with a $30M boost targeting strategic real estate investments. Irvine, CA, Nov. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Irvine, CA – Primior Holdings (GRLT) (formerly GRILLiT Inc.) is pleased to announce the successful completion of its $30 million merger with Primior Inc., a leading real estate development and advisory firm. As part of this strategic realignment, GRILLiT will rebrand as Primior Holdings Inc., signaling its shift toward a broader focus on real estate investment, emerging technologies, and diversified holdings.GRILLiT to rebrand as Primior Holdings The merger brings Primior Inc.’s extensive real estate expertise to Primior Holdings Inc. (formerly GRILLiT Inc.), positioning the company to accelerate growth in key sectors. With a proven track record in developing over $3 billion...

Expands Lantronix’s IoT Wireless Connect Portfolio With Cutting-Edge 5G Technology Strengthens Competitive Offering, Adds New Blue-Chip CustomersIRVINE, Calif., Nov. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lantronix Inc. (NASDAQ: LTRX), a global leader in IoT compute and connectivity IoT solutions, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire from NetComm Wireless Pty Ltd (“NetComm”), a subsidiary of DZS, Inc., all of the assets of its enterprise Internet of Things (IoT) business for $6.5 million in cash together with assumptions of certain liabilities. The acquisition complements Lantronix’s focus on the Enterprise and Smart City vertical markets and expands its next-generation 5G capabilities. “The strategic acquisition of Netcomm’s IoT portfolio strengthens our Compute and Connect offerings by providing our customers...

Included is a Honda Dealership in Parkersburg, WV and Chevrolet and Ford Lincoln Dealership in Marietta, OHPioneer ChevroletPioneer Chevrolet, located at 1315 Pike Street in Marietta, OH keeps its name after the deal.Columbus, OH, Nov. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mark Beford, Director of the Tim Lamb Group, is pleased to have worked with Richard Nourse on the sale of three of his dealerships located on the border of Ohio and West Virginia. The transaction included the sale of Pioneer Chevrolet and Family Ford Lincoln both in Marietta, Ohio and Pioneer Honda of Parkersburg, WV. The deal which closed on Thursday, October 17, 2024 provides the new owners, Thomas and Ashley Peden, with the opportunity to continue their vision of growing their dealership platform. Pioneer Honda of Parkersburg, located at 1920 Garfield Ave.,...

Acquisition marks Westland’s third Ontario partnership in 2024 Surrey, BC/Territories of the Coast Salish (Kwantlen, Katzie, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen First Nations), Nov. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Westland Insurance today announced that it acquired MSP Insurance Corp. (operating as Mitchell Sandham Pastor Insurance Brokers) effective November 1. The acquisition of this P&C brokerage marks Westland’s third partnership in Ontario this year, reinforcing the organization’s strategic growth in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).  MSP Insurance is a Mississauga-based brokerage that has served the GTA since 1957. Their team of experienced brokers is dedicated to offering personalized quality service, including professional insurance advice, ongoing policy maintenance, and claims support. “We’re thrilled to welcome MSP Insurance to the...

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — APPlife Digital Solutions, Inc. (OTCQB: ALDS) (“APPlife”, the Company”), a business incubator and portfolio manager that invests in and creates e-commerce and cloud-based solutions announced today that it has signed a binding Letter of Intent (“LOI”) with Silver Bear Sports Entertainment and Gaming (“Silver Bear”). Silver Bear holds an existing real estate portfolio valued at approximately $150 million and plans to expand globally through the acquisition and development of premier hotel properties. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2025 subject to the due diligence review and negotiation and execution of definitive documentation as set forth in the LOI. ABOUT APPLIFE DIGITAL SOLUTIONS, INC. APPlife Digital Solutions Inc., with offices in San Francisco CA....

Robust, secure, and flexibly deployed WMS platform designed for wholesale, distribution, manufacturing and retail markets ALPHARETTA, Ga., Nov. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Aptean, a global provider of mission-critical enterprise software solutions, announced the acquisition of Indigo Software Limited (“Indigo Software”), a provider of purpose-built warehouse management and logistics software solutions. With the acquisition of Indigo Software, Aptean adds new capabilities to its warehouse management and supply chain management offerings for manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, retailers, and 3PLs. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in Durham, United Kingdom, Indigo Software provides mission-critical warehouse management and logistics solutions designed for mid-market organizations. Indigo Software’s integrated platform...