Algernon Pharmaceuticals Engages ICP Securities Inc. for Automated Market Making Services

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Algernon Pharmaceuticals (CSE: AGN, OTCQB: AGNPF), a Canadian clinical-stage pharmaceutical company, has engaged ICP Securities Inc. to provide automated market making services using its proprietary algorithm, ICP Premium™. ICP will be paid CDN $7,500 per month for a three-month initial term, automatically renewing monthly unless canceled with 30 days' notice. ICP will manage supply and demand imbalances of AGNPF shares without third-party funding. Additionally, Algernon has granted 425,000 restricted share units (RSUs) to an employee and a consultant, vesting immediately upon grant and subject to regulatory approval.

Positive

• Engagement with ICP Securities to improve liquidity and quote health for AGNPF shares.
• Use of ICP's proprietary algorithm ICP Premium™ to manage market imbalances.
• Automated market making services aimed at stabilizing share prices.
• Initial term of engagement is short (three months), allowing flexibility.
• No stock options or additional compensation tied to ICP's services.
• Grant of 425,000 RSUs aligns employee and consultant interests with shareholders.

Negative

• Monthly fee of CDN $7,500 adds to operating expenses.
• No performance factors specified in the agreement with ICP.
• Potential for ICP and its clients to acquire company shares may influence market.

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Algernon Pharmaceuticals Inc. (the “Company” or “AGN Pharma”) (CSE: AGN) (FRANKFURT: AGW0) (OTCQB: AGNPF), a Canadian clinical stage pharmaceutical development company, is pleased to announce that it has engaged the services of ICP Securities Inc. ("ICP") to provide automated market making services, including use of its proprietary algorithm, ICP Premium™. ICP will receive a fee of CDN $7,500 plus applicable taxes per month, payable monthly in advance. The agreement between the Company and ICP is for an Initial Term of three (3) months and shall be automatically renewed for subsequent one (1) month terms (each month called an "Additional Term") unless either party provides at least thirty (30) days written notice prior to the end of the Initial Term or an Additional Term, as applicable. There are no performance factors contained in the agreement and no stock options or other compensation are being granted in connection with the engagement. ICP and its clients may acquire an interest in the securities of the Company in the future.

ICP is an arm's length party to the Company. ICP's market making activity will be primarily to correct temporary imbalances in the supply and demand of the Company's shares. ICP will be responsible for the costs it incurs in buying and selling the Company's shares, and no third party will be providing funds or securities for the market making activities.

The Company also announces a grant of 425,000 restricted share units pursuant to its RSU Plan (each, an "RSU") to an employee and a consultant of the Company. Each RSU entitles the recipient to receive one common share of the Company or a cash payment equal to the equivalent of one common share of the Company on vesting. The RSUs vest on the date of grant.

The RSUs are subject to approval by regulatory authorities.

ICP Securities Inc.

ICP Securities Inc. (ICP) is a Toronto based CIRO dealer-member that specializes in automated market making and liquidity provision, as well as having a proprietary market making algorithm, ICP Premium™, that enhances liquidity and quote health. Established in 2023, with a focus on market structure, execution, and trading, ICP has leveraged its own proprietary technology to deliver high quality liquidity provision and execution services to a broad array of public issuers and institutional investors.

About Algernon Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Algernon Pharmaceuticals is a Canadian clinical stage drug development company investigating multiple drugs for unmet global medical needs. Algernon Pharmaceuticals is the parent company of a private subsidiary called Algernon NeuroScience, that is advancing a psychedelic program investigating a proprietary form of DMT for stroke and traumatic brain injury and has an active research program for chronic kidney disease.

Algernon recently announced that it closed on its agreement with Seyltx Inc., a privately owned U.S. based drug development company, for the acquisition of Algernon’s NP-120 (Ifenprodil) research program for the purchase price of USD $2M cash and a 20% common share equity position in Seyltx. For more information visit https://www.algernonpharmaceuticals.com

CONTACT INFORMATION

Christopher J. Moreau
CEO
Algernon Pharmaceuticals Inc.
604.398.4175 ext 701

info@algernonpharmaceuticals.com
investors@algernonpharmaceuticals.com
www.algernonpharmaceuticals.com.

Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Market Regulator (as that term is defined in the policies of the Canadian Securities Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

CAUTIONARY DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: No Securities Exchange has reviewed nor accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of the content of this news release. This news release contains forward-looking statements relating to product development, licensing, commercialization and regulatory compliance issues and other statements that are not historical facts. Forward-looking statements are often identified by terms such as “will”, “may”, “should”, “anticipate”, “expects” and similar expressions. All statements other than statements of historical fact, included in this release are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company’s expectations include the failure to satisfy the conditions of the relevant securities exchange(s) and other risks detailed from time to time in the filings made by the Company with securities regulations. The reader is cautioned that assumptions used in the preparation of any forward-looking information may prove to be incorrect. Events or circumstances may cause actual results to differ materially from those predicted, as a result of numerous known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking information. Such information, although considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect and actual results may differ materially from those anticipated. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release and the Company will update or revise publicly any of the included forward-looking statements as expressly required by applicable law.

FAQ

What services will ICP Securities provide for Algernon Pharmaceuticals (AGNPF)?

ICP Securities will provide automated market making services using their proprietary algorithm, ICP Premium™.

How long is the initial term of the agreement between Algernon Pharmaceuticals and ICP Securities?

The initial term of the agreement is three months, with automatic monthly renewals unless canceled with 30 days' notice.

What is the monthly fee Algernon Pharmaceuticals will pay ICP Securities?

Algernon Pharmaceuticals will pay ICP Securities CDN $7,500 per month.

Are there any performance factors in the agreement between Algernon Pharmaceuticals and ICP Securities?

No, there are no performance factors specified in the agreement.

Did Algernon Pharmaceuticals grant any restricted share units recently?

Yes, Algernon Pharmaceuticals granted 425,000 restricted share units to an employee and a consultant, subject to regulatory approval.