Medigus: Gix Internet Announced that its Board of Directors Resolved to Identify New Opportunities and Activities for a Merger
Medigus Ltd. (MDGS) announced that Gix Internet will consolidate its ad-tech operations under its subsidiary, Linkury Ltd. Gix's board has formed a committee to explore merger opportunities beyond online advertising. Linkury reported 2020 revenues of approximately $38 million and a net profit of around $4.2 million. Medigus increased its stake in Gix to 24.99%, potentially rising to 33.17% pending shareholder approval. This strategic move aims to enhance growth opportunities and optimize Gix's technological assets.
- Medigus increased its stake in Gix Internet to 24.99%, potentially reaching 33.17%, which may enhance control and influence over Gix's strategic direction.
- Linkury reported strong financials for 2020, with revenues of approximately $38 million and a net profit of about $4.2 million.
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Gix Internet will consolidate its ad-tech operations under its subsidiary Linkury Ltd.
OMER, Israel, March 31, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Medigus Ltd. (Nasdaq: MDGS), a technology company engaged in advanced medical solutions and innovative internet technologies, today announced that Gix Internet (
Gix Internet’s board of directors has resolved to establish a committee of the board of directors to identify new opportunities and activities to merge with Gix, focusing on technology and other sectors, that are not necessarily in the field of online advertising. If a new activity is found and leads to a binding agreement and a merger, Gix Internet will examine the possibility of taking Linkury public and/or distributing its shares as a dividend to Gix’s shareholders.
Additionally, Gix’s board of directors has resolved that all of the group’s online advertising activities will be consolidated under Gix’s subsidiary Linkury Ltd., including any future acquisitions and mergers, should they occur, in the sector of online advertising.
In accordance with Gix announcement, Linkury concluded the year of 2020 with revenues of NIS 131 million (approximately
Medigus recently increased its holdings in Gix Internet to
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