FaZe Clan Receives Stockholder Approval for Merger with GameSquare
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The approval of the merger between FaZe Holdings Inc. and GameSquare Holdings, Inc. represents a significant development in the esports and gaming industry. From a financial perspective, this consolidation is likely to result in synergies that could enhance operational efficiencies and revenue streams. The combined entity will potentially benefit from a broader audience reach, increased bargaining power with sponsors and a more diversified revenue base.
Investors should monitor the post-merger performance closely, as the success of such deals often hinges on the execution of integration strategies. It's essential to assess whether the merger leads to the anticipated cost savings and revenue growth. Moreover, the market will be looking for signs of cultural alignment and effective management of the combined workforce, which can be critical in the tech and entertainment sectors.
The esports sector is rapidly growing and evolving, with significant investments and audience expansion. The merger between FaZe Clan and GameSquare could position the new entity as a formidable competitor in the market. This move may also trigger further industry consolidation as companies strive to scale up and diversify their offerings.
For stakeholders, understanding the competitive landscape post-merger is crucial. The combined company's ability to innovate and adapt to consumer preferences will be key to its long-term success. Additionally, the impact on smaller players in the market should be considered, as they may face increased competition from a larger, more resourceful opponent.
Merger approvals are subject to various legal and regulatory considerations. In this case, the stockholder votes are just one part of the process. The transaction's closure is contingent upon meeting customary closing conditions, which likely include regulatory approvals and other legal compliances. These conditions are designed to protect shareholders' interests and ensure that the merger does not violate antitrust laws.
Furthermore, the legal framework surrounding mergers in the tech and entertainment industry often involves intellectual property rights and contractual obligations with third parties. The handling of these issues can significantly impact the merged entity's ability to operate smoothly and realize the full benefits of the merger.
LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESSWIRE / February 22, 2024 / FaZe Holdings Inc. ("FaZe Clan" or the "Company") (Nasdaq:FAZE) today announced that its stockholders have voted to approve the proposed merger with GameSquare Holdings, Inc. ("GameSquare") (Nasdaq:GAME). GameSquare's stockholder vote will be held on February 27, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. ET. FaZe Clan and GameSquare anticipate the transaction closing shortly thereafter, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
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ABOUT FAZE CLAN
FaZe Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: FAZE) ("FaZe Clan") is one of the most prominent and influential gaming organizations in the world. Created by gamers, for gamers, FaZe began in 2010 by a group of internet kids who turned their passion into a successful career path and formed a die-hard community along the way. Today, FaZe Clan represents a vast roster of creators who aim to inspire the next generation in making their dreams a reality.
FaZe Clan operates across multiple verticals designed to reimagine gaming, sports, culture and entertainment. FaZe Clan has partnered with blue-chip brands such as Porsche, GHOST® and McDonald's, and record-breaking fashion and lifestyle collaborations featuring Nike, Takashi Murakami, Lyrical Lemonade and more - all centered around its top-tier talent collective with gaming rooted at the core. Reaching over 500 million followers across social platforms globally, FaZe Clan's roster consists of world-class gamers, streamers, content creators and esports professionals known for delivering disruptive, original content, and its gaming division houses 10+ competitive esports teams.
The content of any website referenced or hyperlinked in this communication is neither incorporated into, nor part of, this communication. For more information about FaZe Clan, visit www.fazeclan.com, investor.fazeclan.com and follow FaZe Clan on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and Twitch.
FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS:
The information in this communication includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may discuss goals, intentions and expectations as to future plans, trends, events, results of operations or financial condition, or otherwise, based on current beliefs and involve numerous risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from expectations. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made or as of the dates indicated in the statements and should not be relied upon as predictions of future events, as there can be no assurance that the events or circumstances reflected in these statements will be achieved or will occur. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words "budget," "could," "forecast," "future," "might," "outlook," "plan," "possible," "potential," "predict," "project," "seem," "seek," "strive," "would," "should," "may," "believe," "intend," "expects," "estimates," "will," "continue," "increase," and/or similar expressions that concern strategy, plans or intentions, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Such statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and are based on management's belief or interpretation of information currently available.
Forward-looking statements are based on various assumptions and subject to various risks, whether or not identified herein, and on the current expectations of management and are not predictions of actual performance. These risks include, among other things: failure to obtain applicable stockholder approvals in a timely manner or otherwise; failure to satisfy other closing conditions to the transaction or to complete the transaction on anticipated terms and timing; risks that the businesses will not be integrated successfully or that the combined company will not realize expected benefits, cost savings, accretion, synergies and/or growth, or that such benefits may take longer to realize than expected; the risk that disruptions from the transaction will harm business plans and operations; risks relating to unanticipated costs of integration; significant transaction and/or integration costs, or difficulties in connection with the transaction and/or unknown or inestimable liabilities; restrictions during the pendency of the transaction that may impact the ability to pursue certain business opportunities or strategic transactions; the potential impact of the consummation of the transaction on FaZe Clan's, GameSquare's or the combined company's relationships with suppliers, customers, employers and regulators and demand for the combined company's products and services. A more fulsome discussion of the risks related to the proposed transaction is included in the proxy statement related to the Special Meeting filed by FaZe Clan with the SEC on January 26, 2024.
Additional Information and Where to Find It
In connection with the proposed transaction, GameSquare has filed with the SEC a registration statement on Form F-4 that includes a proxy statement of FaZe Clan and that also constitutes a prospectus with respect to shares of GameSquare's common stock to be issued in the proposed transaction (the "proxy statement/prospectus"). Each of GameSquare and FaZe Clan may also file other relevant documents with the SEC regarding the proposed transaction. This communication is not a substitute for the proxy statement/prospectus or any other document that GameSquare or FaZe Clan may file with the SEC. The proxy statement/prospectus will be distributed to stockholders of FaZe Clan. INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS ARE URGED TO READ THE PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS AND ANY OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS THAT ARE OR WILL BE FILED WITH THE SEC, AS WELL AS ANY AMENDMENTS OR SUPPLEMENTS TO THESE DOCUMENTS, CAREFULLY AND IN THEIR ENTIRETY BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN OR WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION AND RELATED MATTERS. Investors and security holders may obtain free copies of the proxy statement/prospectus and other documents containing important information about GameSquare, FaZe Clan and the proposed transaction, through the website maintained by the SEC at www.sec.gov.
No Offer or Solicitation
This communication is not intended to and shall not constitute an offer to buy or sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy or sell any securities, or a solicitation of any vote or approval, nor shall there be any sale of securities or any such solicitation in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities or other laws of any such jurisdiction. No offer of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of Section 10 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.
Participants in the Solicitation
GameSquare, FaZe Clan and certain of their respective directors and executive officers may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies in respect of the proposed transaction. Information about the directors and executive officers of Game and FaZe Clan, including a description of their direct or indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, is set forth in the proxy statement/prospectus and other relevant materials filed with the SEC regarding the proposed transaction. You may obtain free copies of these documents using the source indicated above.
SOURCE: FaZe Holdings Inc.
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