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June 17, 2025 1:02 pm

Century Complete Announces New Homes Coming Soon Near Birmingham, AL

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Single-family homes from the $250s anticipated to begin selling in August

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.
, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Century Communities, Inc. (NYSE: CCS)—a top national homebuilder, industry leader in online home sales, and featured among America’s Most Trustworthy Companies and World’s Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek—announced that Griffin Creek, a new community from the company’s Century Complete brand, is coming soon to Childersburg, AL, conveniently located southeast of Birmingham. Griffin Creek’s desirable setting provides quick access to renowned destinations like Talladega National Forest, Majestic Caverns, and NASCAR’s Talladega Superspeedway.

Anticipated to begin selling in August, Griffin Creek will offer single- and two-story floor plans with desirable features like main-floor bedrooms, Kohler® water fixtures, modern quartz countertops, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and more. All homes will be available through the company’s industry-first online homebuying experience.

Learn more and stay in the know by joining the community interest list at

www.CenturyCommunities.com/GriffinCreekAL
.

“Griffin Creek is an exciting addition to our new home offerings in the Birmingham area, featuring a beautiful lineup of single-family homes in a prime location near Talladega,” said Dave Roberts, Executive Vice President of Field Operations. “With limited opportunities available, it’s the perfect time to join our interest list and ensure you’re the first to know about available homes, pricing and more.”

More About Griffin Creek
Coming soon from the $250s

Up to 4 bedrooms, up to 3 bathrooms, and up to 1,965 square feet
2-bay garages
Open-concept floor plans with standard features like stainless-steel appliances, luxury vinyl plank flooring, Kohler® fixtures, and quartz countertops
Prime location with convenient access to Birmingham via Highway 280
Close to shopping, dining and local attractions like Talladega National Forest, NASCAR’s Talladega Superspeedway, and Majestic Caverns

Location

1325 Fay S. Perry Drive
Childersburg, AL 35044
659.209.4640

VISIT OUR SALES STUDIO

While our state-of-the-art online homebuying process allows you to buy on your terms—24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year—we also offer in-person assistance from local experts at our sales studio in Birmingham.

Birmingham Studio
1483 Gadsden Highway, Unit 128
Trussville , AL 35235
659.209.4640

THE FREEDOM OF ONLINE HOMEBUYING

Century Complete is proud to feature its industry-first online homebuying experience on all available homes in Alabama, allowing homebuyers to easily find their best fit and purchase when they’re ready—all while continuing to work with their local real estate agent of choice. Homebuyers can further streamline the homebuying process by financing online with Century Complete’s affiliate lender, Inspire Home Loans®.

How it works:

Shop homes at CenturyCommunities.com
Click “Buy Now” on any available home
Fill out a quick Buy Online form
Electronically submit an initial earnest money deposit
Electronically sign a purchase contract via DocuSign®

Learn more about the Buy Online experience at www.CenturyCommunities.com/online-homebuying.

About Century Communities

Century Communities, Inc. (NYSE: CCS) is one of the nation’s largest homebuilders, an industry leader in online home sales, and one of the highest-ranked homebuilders on Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies 2025—consecutively awarded for a third year—and Newsweek’s list of the World’s Most Trustworthy Companies 2024. Through its Century Communities and Century Complete brands, Century’s mission is to build attractive, high-quality homes at affordable prices to provide its valued customers with A HOME FOR EVERY DREAM®. Century is engaged in all aspects of homebuilding — including the acquisition, entitlement and development of land, along with the construction, innovative marketing and sale of quality homes designed to appeal to a wide range of homebuyers. The Company operates in 17 states and over 45 markets across the U.S., and also offers mortgage, title, insurance brokerage, and escrow services in select markets through its Inspire Home Loans, Parkway Title, IHL Home Insurance Agency, and IHL Escrow subsidiaries. To learn more about Century Communities, please visit www.centurycommunities.com.

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June 17, 2025 12:48 pm

Leading Kefir Brand Lifeway Foods’ CEO Julie Smolyansky Launches Industry Conversation to Explore New Voluntary Dairy Certification Standard

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Calls on Industry Partners to Join in Building a New Model for Public Health, Farmers,
and Consumers

MORTON GROVE, Ill.
, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Lifeway Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWAY), the leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products, today announced that CEO Julie Smolyansky is launching an open industry-wide conversation to explore the creation of a new voluntary dairy certification standard. The proposal is designed to balance public health, consumer demand, and farmer viability — and to create a new model of trust and transparency in the dairy marketplace. The announcement is one of many initiatives coming from Lifeway Foods as part of their 40^th anniversary plans and celebrations.

Speaking at The Wall Street Journal Global Food Forum today on June 17th, Smolyansky emphasized her hope that Lifeway‘s early proposal can serve as a catalyst for broader industry dialogue.

“We believe there is an opportunity — and an obligation — to create a flexible, science-informed standard that empowers farmers, delivers real benefits to public health, and meets growing consumer demand for responsibly produced dairy,” said Smolyansky. “But this is not Lifeway‘s standard. This is a conversation. We are inviting our peers, producers, academics, nutritionists, environmental advocates, and public health leaders to join us in imagining a new voluntary certification that works for everyone.”

The proposed certification would aim to provide an alternative between conventional and organic dairy production, offering consumers an additional level of transparency on issues like animal welfare, responsible antibiotic use, sustainable farming practices, milk nutrition quality, and environmental stewardship.

Smolyansky stressed that this initiative reflects Lifeway‘s ongoing commitment to the public good, not simply a corporate agenda.

“Our hope is that others will take ownership of this idea — that leading producers, regulators, non-profits, and experts will come together to develop, refine, and govern any future certification framework,” she said. “Lifeway can help initiate the conversation, but a durable solution must be built collaboratively for the benefit of the entire industry and, most importantly, the health of the public.”

To facilitate initial feedback and dialogue, Lifeway has launched a website — ANewDairyCertification.org — outlining draft principles and inviting interested stakeholders to engage.

Smolyansky added: “This is the first step. Our goal is to create a space for honest dialogue, scientific rigor, and mutual respect as we work to strengthen the dairy industry‘s long-term sustainability, integrity, and contribution to public health.”

About Lifeway Foods, Inc.
Lifeway Foods, Inc., which has been recognized as one of Forbes’ Best Small Companies, is America’s leading supplier of the probiotic, fermented beverage known as kefir. In addition to its line of drinkable kefir, the company also produces a variety of cheeses and a ProBugs line for kids. Lifeway’s tart and tangy fermented dairy products are now sold across the United States, Mexico, Ireland, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, and France. Learn how Lifeway is good for more than just you at lifewayfoods.com.

Perceptual Advisors
Dan Tarman
Email: [email protected]

Derek Miller
Vice President of Communications, Lifeway Foods
Email: [email protected]

General inquiries:
Lifeway Foods, Inc.
Phone: 847-967-1010
Email: [email protected]

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June 17, 2025 12:30 pm

Keep the Power On and the Party Going: FirstEnergy’s Summer Safety Guide

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AKRON, Ohio
, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As summer fun heats up, FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) is urging families to stay safe while enjoying the season’s favorite outdoor activities. From backyard barbecues to Fourth of July fireworks, a few simple precautions can prevent power outages and keep everyone safe.

Chad Stoneking, Director of Safety Operations at FirstEnergy: “We want everyone to enjoy the season without any surprises. A little awareness goes a long way in keeping your family safe and your party energized.”

View, download and share a video of FirstEnergy’s tips to keep summer safe and enjoyable for people of all ages.

Keep Foil Balloons Grounded
Festive foil balloons are popular holiday and party decorations, but their metallic coating conducts electricity and can cause power outages if they drift into power lines or electrical equipment. February marks a dramatic increase in balloon-related outages that peaks during summertime outdoor celebrations. In recent months, foil balloons caused more than a dozen power outages across FirstEnergy’s six-state service area.

Securely tying helium-filled foil balloons to a heavy weight prevents them from floating away. Puncture and deflate them when no longer in use – never release them into the sky.

Leave Fireworks to the Pros
Play it safe by leaving the large, colorful fireworks displays to the professionals. Fireworks, firecrackers and rockets should only be lit in open areas where no power lines are in sight. Should a firework accidentally encounter a power line or equipment, leave it alone and immediately call 911 to report the problem.

Drone Safety Can Be Fun
Keep the fun in flying drones and other aerial toys by being mindful of nearby electrical equipment. FirstEnergy’s Drone Safety Zone, the first video game of its kind, allows players to learn current rules and best practices for drone operators while racing against others through an electrified course.

“Help us keep your summer safe and bright – tie down those balloons, keep fireworks away from power lines and always call us if you see something unsafe,” said Stoneking.

Smart Summer Safety Tips
Keep your summer safe with these quick reminders:

Never fly kites or drones near power lines.
Don’t retrieve anything tangled in wires – call FirstEnergy at 888-544-4877.
Keep cords and devices at least 10 feet from pools or spas.
Use battery-powered devices outdoors when possible.
Cover outdoor outlets to keep them dry.
Watch for overhead lines when towing boats or climbing trees.
Stay far away from downed wires – always assume they’re live and dangerous, and report them by calling 911.

Visit www.firstenergycorp.com/publicsafety to learn about FirstEnergy’s “Stop. Look. Live.” safety campaign that emphasizes staying safe around electricity and near power lines and equipment.

FirstEnergy is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Its electric distribution companies form one of the nation’s largest investor-owned electric systems, serving customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, Maryland and New York. The company’s transmission subsidiaries operate approximately 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions. Visit FirstEnergy online at firstenergycorp.com and follow FirstEnergy and its electric companies on X @FirstEnergyCorp, @OhioEdison, @ToledoEdison, @IlluminatingCo, @W_Penn_Power, @Penn_Power, @Penelec, @Met_Ed, @JCP_L, @PotomacEdison, @MonPowerWV.

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June 17, 2025 12:29 pm

Processa Pharmaceuticals Announces Pricing of $7 Million Public Offering

HANOVER, Md., June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Processa Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: PCSA) (the “Company”), a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company developing Next Generation Cancer (NGC) therapies, today announced the pricing of a public offering of 28,000,000 shares of common stock (or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof), together with common warrants to purchase up to 28,000,000 shares of common stock at a combined public offering price of $0.25 per share (or pre-funded warrant in lieu thereof) and associated common warrant. The common warrants will have an exercise price of $0.25 per share, are exercisable upon issuance and will expire five years thereafter. The closing of the offering is expected to occur on or about June 18, 2025, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

H.C. Wainwright & Co. is acting as the exclusive placement agent for the offering.

The gross proceeds to the Company from the offering are expected to be $7 million, before deducting the placement agent’s fees and other offering expenses payable by the Company. The Company intends to use the net proceeds from this offering to continue the Phase 2 clinical trial for NCG-Cap, and for working capital and general corporate purposes.

A registration statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-287997) relating to the offering was declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on June 17, 2025. The offering is being made only by means of a prospectus forming part of the effective registration statement relating to the offering. A preliminary prospectus relating to the offering has been filed with the SEC. Electronic copies of the final prospectus, when available, may be obtained on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov and may also be obtained, when available, by contacting H.C. Wainwright & Co., LLC at 430 Park Avenue, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10022, by phone at (212) 856-5711 or e-mail at [email protected].

This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction.

About Processa Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Processa is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company focused on developing the Next Generation Cancer (NGC) drugs with improved safety and efficacy. Processa’s NGC drugs are modifications of existing FDA-approved oncology therapies resulting in an alteration of the metabolism and/or distribution of these drugs while maintaining the existing mechanisms of killing the cancer cells. By combining its novel oncology pipeline with proven cancer-killing active molecules and its Regulatory Science Approach, Processa’s strategy is to develop more effective therapy options with improved tolerability for cancer patients through an efficient regulatory path.

For more information, visit our website at www.processapharma.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements contained in this press release regarding matters that are not historical facts are “forward-looking statements”, including with respect to the public offering. No assurance can be given that the public offering discussed above will be completed. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statements in this statement are based on management’s current expectations of future events and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially and adversely from those set forth in or implied by such forward-looking statements. Risks that contribute to the uncertain nature of the forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, those risks and uncertainties related to market and other conditions and satisfaction of customary closing conditions related to the public offering, the intended use of proceeds from the offering as well as those set forth in the Company’s latest Annual Report on Form 10-K, quarterly report on Form 10-Q, registration statement on Form S-1 filed with the SEC and the preliminary prospectus included therein, and other filings made by the Company from time to time with the SEC. Copies of the registration statement can be accessed by visiting the SEC website at www.sec.gov. All forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date on which they were made. The Company undertakes no obligation to update such statements to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made.

Company Contact:

Patrick Lin
(925) 683-3218
[email protected]

Investor Relations:

Dave Gentry
RedChip Companies, Inc.
(407) 644-4256
[email protected]

June 17, 2025 12:16 pm

PodcastOne (PODC) Renews Existing Exclusive Rights and Distribution Agreement with A+E Networks, Partnership Launched in 2017

Podcasts Renewed Are Cold Case Files, I Survived, American Justice, City Confidential and Ancient Aliens

Total Combined Downloads Across All Five Podcasts Tops 160 Million

LOS ANGELES, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PodcastOne (NASDAQ: PODC), a leading publisher and podcast sales network, announced today that it has extended its agreement with A+E Networks for the exclusive sales and distribution rights to five popular true crime podcasts; Cold Case Files, I Survived, American Justice, City Confidential and Ancient Aliens.

Through PodcastOne’s PodcastOne Pro division, the company is able to transform podcast ideas into thriving on-air productions. PodcastOne Pro’s ability to market and promote podcasts across PodcastOne’s existing network programming gives built-in tools for key growth within the medium. With support from PodcastOne, traditional linear television productions can be adapted into full-fledged standalone podcast episodes to complement television broadcasts and become a vital tool for content and audience awareness.

“Whether it is a limited series or a weekly production, we provide premiere podcasting services for companies and networks who have been hesitant or lack the internal resources to adapt existing programming into a podcast. By leveraging our strong infrastructure and expert technology within the medium, we can offer tailored services to bridge the gap between television and the world’s fastest growing media platform, podcasting,” said Kit Gray, President and Co-Founder of PodcastOne.

Since launching the relationship with A+E in 2017 with one podcast, PodcastOne has grown the roster of partnered shows to five, for 160 million combined downloads. Each podcast augments A+E Networks’ linear broadcasts of the origin television shows.

Show descriptions:

Cold Case Files

Based on the iconic, Emmy-nominated series on A&E, this show explores some of the most difficult-to-solve murders, which stymied investigators and went cold, sometimes for decades. In fact, one-third of all murders in America remain open. But thanks to dogged investigators and breakthroughs in forensic technology, these cases become part of the rare 1% of cold cases that are ever solved. Cold Case Files is hosted by Paula Barros.

I Survived

What is it like to face death and make it out alive? Based on the groundbreaking A&E television series, I Survived documents harrowing stories of human endurance. In their own words, survivors recall how they overcame unbelievable circumstances that changed their lives forever.

American Justice

A look at groundbreaking criminal cases, presenting viewers with an inside look at the case through the eyes of those directly involved, ranging from law enforcement officers to the victims.

City Confidential

City Confidential features real life stories in a wide variety of American cities. While many of these stories deal with murder, some also deal with attempted murder, and public officials caught in compromising situations, among other things. The cities featured vary widely in size, from the smallest village to the largest urban areas.

Ancient Aliens

Taken from the television show of the same name, The History Channel’s Ancient Aliens explores the controversial theory that extraterrestrials have visited Earth for millions of years. From the age of the dinosaurs to ancient Egypt, from early cave drawings to continued mass sightings in the US, each episode in this hit series gives historic depth to the questions, speculations, provocative controversies, first-hand accounts and grounded theories surrounding this age-old debate.

“PodcastOne is proud of our decade long relationship with A+E Networks and that we’ve been able to grow one podcast, Cold Case Files which is now celebrating its 8th year in production, into a partnership that now includes five podcasts across the networks’ top programming. Our listeners and advertising partners know that A+E’s podcasts are trusted, top notch entertainment and we’re looking forward to many years of having these podcasts on our network,” said Gray.

PodcastOne’s full roster of top ranked podcasts includes programming across top genres such as news, comedy, true crime, sports and society and culture and includes shows such as The Jordan Harbinger Show, Karma and Chaos, The Adam Carolla Show, Stassi, Off The Vine with Kaitlyn Bristowe, LadyGang, Gals on the Go, The Prosecutors, Court Junkie, Pop Apologists and Varnamtown. PodcastOne shows are available through PodcastOne, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeart, Amazon and wherever podcasts are heard.

About PodcastOne

PodcastOne
(NASDAQ: PODC) is a leading podcast platform that provides creators and advertisers with a comprehensive 360-degree solution in sales, marketing, public relations, production, and distribution. PodcastOne has surpassed 3.9 billion total downloads with a community of 200 top podcasters, including Adam Carolla, Kaitlyn Bristowe, Jordan Harbinger, LadyGang, A&E’s Cold Case Files, and Varnamtown. PodcastOne has built a distribution network reaching over 1 billion monthly impressions across all channels, including YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeartRadio. PodcastOne is also the parent company of PodcastOne Pro which offers fully customizable production packages for brands, professionals, or hobbyists. For more information, visit www.podcastone.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X at @podcastone.

Forward-Looking Statements

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Press Contacts

:

310.246.4600
[email protected]

June 17, 2025 12:15 pm

TGE Successfully Advances Multiple Movie Releases This Year, Including “She’s Got No Name” and “My First of May,” Coming Out in June and August Respectively

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PARIS and NEW YORK and SINGAPORE, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AMTD Group Inc. (“AMTD” or the “Group”), alongside The Generation Essentials Group (NYSE: TGE), a subsidiary of the Group under AMTD Digital (NYSE: HKD), jointly announced that TGE is making significant strides this year in the entertainment sector with multiple upcoming movie releases, including She’s Got No Name and My First of May, scheduled to debut in June and August, respectively.

Over the past few years, TGE has established a strong track record in the film industry, with notable productions such as Shock Wave 2, The White Storm 3, Moscow Mission, The Goldfinger, A Gilded Game etc. One of the most recent TGE films, The Last Dance, received over 20 awards at various international film festivals and achieved over USD50 million at the box office, making it the highest-grossing Chinese film and the third highest-grossing film in Hong Kong’s history.

In TGE’s upcoming movie projects: the first, She’s Got No Name, was selected for screening at the 77th Cannes Film Festival in 2024 and has been recognized as one of the most highly anticipated suspense thriller movies in 2025. This movie features a top-tier cast, including Ziyi Zhang, Eric Wang, Jackson Yee, Ting Mei, Zanilia Zhao, Ray Lei, Mi Yang, Yuchang Peng, Chengpeng Dong, and Xian Li. It explores one of China’s four notorious criminal cases in 1945. The movie will be released in two parts, with the first part expected across China on June 21^st.

The second upcoming film, My First of May, stars acclaimed actors Aaron Kwok, Paw Hee-ching, and Gigi Leung. It is a heartfelt story about a father and daughter rediscovering love and connection while navigating their painful past. This film further explores the theme of family bonding, a topic that was featured in the movie The Last Dance.

Looking ahead, TGE aims to further strengthen its presence in the movie and entertainment sectors. TGE has established a strategic partnership with Alibaba Pictures Culture across areas including film, entertainment, content, and fashion media. With a robust pipeline of upcoming projects, TGE anticipates greater synergies between the entertainment sector and its Global Media and Global Space businesses, generating significant economic value, strengthening its IP value, and enhancing its overall reputation.

About The Generation Essentials Group (formerly known as World Media and Entertainment Universal Inc.)

The Generation Essentials Group, jointly established by AMTD Group, AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) and AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD), is headquartered in France and focuses on global strategies and developments in multi-media, entertainment, and cultural affairs worldwide as well as hospitality and VIP services. TGE comprises L’Officiel, The Art Newspaper, movie and entertainment projects. Collectively, TGE is a diversified portfolio of media and entertainment businesses, and a global portfolio of premium properties.

About AMTD Group

AMTD Group is a conglomerate with a core business portfolio spanning across media and entertainment, education and training, and premium assets and hospitality sectors.

About AMTD IDEA Group

AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) represents a diversified institution and digital solutions group connecting companies and investors with global markets. Its comprehensive one-stop business services plus digital solutions platform addresses different clients’ diverse and inter-connected business needs and digital requirements across all phases of their life cycles. AMTD IDEA Group is uniquely positioned as an active super connector between clients, business partners, investee companies, and investors, connecting the East and the West. For more information, please visit www.amtdinc.com or follow us on X (formerly known as “Twitter”) at @AMTDGroup.

About AMTD Digital Inc.

AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) is a comprehensive digital solutions platform headquartered in France. Its one-stop digital solutions platform operates key business lines including digital media, content and marketing services, investments as well as hospitality and VIP services. For AMTD Digital’s announcements, please visit https://ir.amtdigital.net/investor-news.

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This press release contains statements that may constitute “forward-looking” statements pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “aims,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “likely to,” and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the beliefs, plans, and expectations of TGE, AMTD IDEA Group and/or AMTD Digital, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the filings of TGE, AMTD IDEA Group and AMTD Digital with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and none of TGE, AMTD IDEA Group and AMTD Digital undertakes any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

For AMTD IDEA Group:

IR Office
AMTD IDEA Group
EMAIL: [email protected]

For AMTD Digital Inc.:

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AMTD Digital Inc.
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The Generation Essentials Group
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June 17, 2025 12:13 pm

BRODSKY & SMITH SHAREHOLDER UPDATE: Notifying Investors of the Following Investigations: Verve Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq – VERV), Sage Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq – SAGE), Cantaloupe, Inc. (Nasdaq – CTLP), Volato Group, Inc. (NYSE American – SOAR)

BALA CYNWYD, Pa., June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brodsky & Smith reminds investors of the following investigations. If you own shares and wish to discuss the investigation, contact Jason Brodsky ([email protected]) or Marc Ackerman ([email protected]) at 855-576-4847. There is no cost or financial obligation to you.

Verve Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq – VERV)

Under the terms of the Merger Agreement, Verve will be acquired by Eli Lilly and Company (“Lilly”) (NYSE – LLY). Lilly will commence a tender offer to acquire all of the outstanding shares of Verve for a purchase price of $10.50 per share in cash (an aggregate of approximately $1.0 billion) payable at closing, plus one non-tradeable contingent value right (CVR) per share that entitles the holder to receive up to an additional $3.00 per share, for a total potential consideration of up to $13.50 per share in cash without interest (an aggregate of up to approximately $1.3 billion). The investigation concerns whether the Verve Therapeutics Board breached its fiduciary duties to shareholders by failing to conduct a fair process, including whether the deal provides fair value to the Company’s shareholders.

Additional information can be found at https://www.brodskysmith.com/cases/verve-therapeutics-inc-nasdaq-verv/.

Sage Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq – SAGE)

Under the terms of the agreement, Sage will be acquired by Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq – SUPN). Supernus will commence a tender offer to acquire all of the outstanding shares of Sage for a purchase price of $8.50 per share in cash (or an aggregate of approximately $561 million), payable at closing, plus one non-tradable contingent value right (CVR) collectively worth up to $3.50 per share in cash (or an aggregate of approximately $234 million), for total possible consideration of $12.00 per share in cash (or an aggregate of up to approximately $795 million). The investigation concerns whether the Sage Therapeutics Board breached its fiduciary duties to shareholders by failing to conduct a fair process, including whether the deal provides fair value to the Company’s shareholders.

Additional information can be found at https://www.brodskysmith.com/cases/sage-therapeutics-inc-nasdaq-sage/.

Cantaloupe, Inc. (Nasdaq – CTLP)

Under the terms of the Merger Agreement, Cantaloupe will be acquired by 365 Retail Markets, LLC (“365”) for $11.20 per share in cash. The investigation concerns whether the Cantaloupe Board breached its fiduciary duties to shareholders by failing to conduct a fair process, including whether the deal provides fair value to the Company’s shareholders.

Additional information can be found at https://www.brodskysmith.com/cases/cantaloupe-inc-nasdaq-ctlp/.

Volato Group, Inc. (NYSE American – SOAR)

Under the terms of the agreement, Volato Group will merge with M2i Global, Inc. (“M2i Global”) (OTC – MTWO). M2i Global will receive common shares of Volato Group stock such that M2i Global will own approximately 90% of the total shares of common stock of Volato. The investigation concerns whether the Volato Group Board breached its fiduciary duties to shareholders by failing to conduct a fair process, including the dilution to the Company’s shareholders in the combined company.

Additional information can be found at https://www.brodskysmith.com/cases/volato-group-inc-nyse-american-soar/.

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June 17, 2025 12:03 pm

Digimarc Corporation (DMRC) Investors Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit

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LOS ANGELES
, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces that investors with losses related to Digimarc Corporation (“Digimarc” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: DMRC) have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit.

IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO SUFFERED A LOSS IN DIGIMARC CORPORATION (DMRC), CLICK HERE BEFORE JULY 8, 2025 (THE LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ONGOING SECURITIES FRAUD LAWSUIT.

What Is The Lawsuit About?
The complaint filed alleges that, between May 3, 2024 and February 26, 2025, Defendants failed to disclose to investors: (1) that a large commercial partner would not renew a large contract on the same terms; (2) that, as a result, Digimarc would renegotiate the large commercial contract; (3) that, as a result of the foregoing, the Company’s subscription revenue and annual recurring revenue would be adversely affected; and (4) as a result, Defendants’ positive statements about the Company’s business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.

Contact Us To Participate or Learn More:

If you wish to learn more about this action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to these matters, please contact us.
The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz,
Email us at: [email protected]
Call us at: 310-914-5007
Visit our website at: www.frankcruzlaw.com
Follow us for updates on Twitter: twitter.com/FRC_LAW.

If you inquire by email, please include your mailing address, telephone number, and number of shares purchased.

To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules.

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June 17, 2025 12:03 pm

DoubleVerify Holdings, Inc. (DV) Investors Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit

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BENSALEM, Pa.
, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against DoubleVerify Holdings, Inc. (“DoubleVerify” or the “Company”) (NYSE: DV).

IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO SUFFERED A LOSS IN DOUBLEVERIFY HOLDINGS, INC. (DV),
CONTACT THE LAW OFFICES OF HOWARD G. SMITH BEFORE JULY 21, 2025 (LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ONGOING SECURITIES FRAUD LAWSUIT.

Contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss your legal rights by email at [email protected], by telephone at (215) 638-4847 or visit our website at www.howardsmithlaw.com.

What Is The Lawsuit About?
The complaint filed alleges that, between November 10, 2023 and February 27, 2025, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) DoubleVerify’s customers were shifting their ad spending from open exchanges to closed platforms, where the Company’s technological capabilities were limited and competed directly with native tools provided by platforms like Meta Platforms and Amazon; (2) DoubleVerify’s ability to monetize on its Activation Services was limited because the development of its technology for closed platforms was significantly more expensive and time-consuming than disclosed to investors; (3) DoubleVerify’s Activation Services in connection with certain closed platforms would take several years to monetize; (4) DoubleVerify’s competitors were better positioned to incorporate AI into their offerings on closed platforms, which impaired DoubleVerify’s ability to compete effectively and adversely impacted the Company’s profits; (5) DoubleVerify systematically overbilled its customers for ad impressions served to declared bots operating out of known data center server farms; (6) DoubleVerify’s risk disclosures were materially false and misleading because they characterized adverse facts that had already materialized as mere possibilities; and (7) as a result, Defendants’ positive statements about the Company’s business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.

Contact Us To Participate or Learn More:

If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact:
Howard G. Smith, Esq.,
Law Offices of Howard G. Smith,
3070 Bristol Pike, Suite 112,
Bensalem, Pennsylvania 19020,
Call us at: (215) 638-4847
Email us at: [email protected],
Visit our website at: www.howardsmithlaw.com.

To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action.

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Howard G. Smith, Esquire
215-638-4847
[email protected]
www.howardsmithlaw.com

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June 17, 2025 12:03 pm

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. (WST) Investors Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit

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BENSALEM, Pa.
, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. (“West” or the “Company”) (NYSE: WST).

IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO SUFFERED A LOSS IN WEST PHARMACEUTICAL SERVICES, INC. (WST),
CONTACT THE LAW OFFICES OF HOWARD G. SMITH BEFORE JULY 7, 2025 (LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ONGOING SECURITIES FRAUD LAWSUIT.

Contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss your legal rights by email at [email protected], by telephone at (215) 638-4847 or visit our website at www.howardsmithlaw.com.

What Is The Lawsuit About?
The complaint filed alleges that, between February 16, 2023 and February 12, 2025, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) despite claiming strong visibility into customer demand and attributing headwinds to temporary COVID-related product destocking, West was in fact experiencing significant and ongoing destocking across its high-margin HVP portfolio; (2) West’s SmartDose device, which was purportedly positioned as a high-margin growth product, was highly dilutive to the Company’s profit margins due to operational inefficiencies; (3) these margin pressures created the risk of costly restructuring activities, including the Company’s exit from continuous glucose monitoring (“CGM”) contracts with long-standing customers; and (4) as a result, Defendants’ positive statements about the Company’s business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.

Contact Us To Participate or Learn More:

To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules.

Contact Us:

Law Offices of Howard G. Smith
Howard G. Smith, Esquire
215-638-4847
[email protected]
www.howardsmithlaw.com

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