XTL Completed the Acquisition of The Social Proxy and a Private Placement of $1.5 Million
Rhea-AI Summary
XTL Biopharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: XTLB) has completed the acquisition of THE SOCIAL PROXY , an AI web data company, expanding its IP portfolio. The transaction involved XTL acquiring all of Social Proxy's share capital in exchange for ADSs representing 44.6% of XTL's issued share capital and a $430,000 cash payment. Additionally, XTL completed a private placement of $1.5 million to support growth and financial needs.
Social Proxy will operate as a fully owned subsidiary of XTL, with its shareholders appointing two representatives to XTL's board of directors. This acquisition aligns with XTL's strategy to expand its asset portfolio in high-potential areas, particularly in the AI Web Data market. The move is expected to add significant value to XTL and its shareholders.
Positive
- Acquisition of THE SOCIAL PROXY expands XTL's IP portfolio into AI Web Data market
- Social Proxy's technology offers 100x faster solution with unlimited IPs compared to market alternatives
- Completed $1.5 million private placement to support growth and financial needs
- Strategic expansion into high-growth AI Web Data market
Negative
- Significant shareholder dilution with 44.6% of XTL's share capital issued for the acquisition
- $430,000 cash payment for the acquisition may impact short-term liquidity
News Market Reaction 1 Alert
On the day this news was published, XTLB gained 2.69%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction.
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expands its IP portfolio to AI Web Data
The Social Proxy is a web data AI company
developing and powering an IP based platform
for AI & BI Applications at scale
Completed a Private Placement of
RAMAT GAN, ISRAEL, Aug. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- August 14, 2024, XTL Biopharmaceuticals Ltd. (the “Company” or “XTL”) announced today it has completed the acquisition of THE SOCIAL PROXY Ltd. (the “Social Proxy”), an AI web data company, developing and powering a unique ethical, IP based, proxy and data extraction platform for AI and BI Applications at scale (the “Purchase Agreement”).
Pursuant to the Purchase Agreement, XTL acquired all of the issued and outstanding share capital of Social Proxy on a fully diluted basis (the “Transaction”) in exchange for the issuance by the Company to the shareholders of Social Proxy, by way of a private placement, such number of ADSs of the Company, representing immediately after such issuance,
In addition, as part of the Transaction, the shareholders of Social Proxy were issued additional warrants, which may only be exercised upon reaching certain financial measured milestones within a period of up to three (3) years from the closing of the Transaction.
Social Proxy will operate as fully owned subsidiary of XTL and its shareholders appointed two (2) representatives to the Company’s board of directors out of a total of up to seven (7) directors.
The Transaction, which was approved by the Company’s shareholders, is part of the Company’s strategy to expand its assets portfolio with high potential assets.
In addition and in order to support the growth of Social Proxy and the Company’s financial needs , the Company has consummated its previously disclosed investment of US
Shlomo Shalev, CEO of XTL commented: “We are pleased to add Social Proxy into our asset portfolio. During the past months we have worked closely with Social Proxy team and believe that it will add great value to our company and shareholders. In our search for new IP based assets to acquire, we have identified the AI Web Data as a high growth market and we believe we acquired an excellent technology and team. The completion of the private placement of
Tal Kinger, CEO of Social Proxy commented: “We are very happy to become part of XTL and are confident that working with the XTL team and its management will accelerate our growth and value creation”.
About XTL Biopharmaceuticals Ltd. (XTL)
XTL is an IP portfolio company. The company has IP surrounding hCDR1 for the treatment of Lupus disease (SLE) and has decided, to explore collaboration with a strategic partner in order to execute the clinical trials. In parallel, the Company is actively looking to expand and identify additional IP based assets.
XTL is traded on the Nasdaq Capital Market (NASDAQ: XTLB) and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE: XTLB.TA).
About THE SOCIAL PROXY LTD.
Social Proxy is a web data AI company, developing and powering, a unique ethical, IP based, proxy data extraction platform for AI & BI Applications at scale.
The company self-developed, innovative, next-generation proxy technology with unlimited IPs, and 100x faster than any other solution at the market. It does not source other users’ IP and is a real ethical solution.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This communication contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Any statements contained in this communication that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed forward-looking statements. Words such as “continue,” “will,” “may,” “could,” “should,” “expect,” “expected,” “plans,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “potential,” and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements, many of which are generally outside the control of the Company and are difficult to predict. Examples of such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, whether the Company will be able to successfully manage and integrate Social Proxy. Additional examples of such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to (i) the Company’s ability to successfully manage and integrate any joint ventures, acquisitions of businesses, solutions or technologies; (ii) unanticipated operating costs, transaction costs and actual or contingent liabilities; (iii) the ability to attract and retain qualified employees and key personnel; (iv) adverse effects of increased competition on the Company’s future business; (v) the risk that changes in consumer behavior could adversely affect the Company’s business; (vi) the Company’s ability to protect its intellectual property; and (vii) local, industry and general business and economic conditions. Additional factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements can be found in the most recent annual report on Form 20-F and reports on Form 6-K filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company anticipates that subsequent events and developments may cause its plans, intentions and expectations to change. The Company assumes no obligation, and it specifically disclaims any intention or obligation, to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by law. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and should not be relied upon as representing the Company’s plans and expectations as of any subsequent date.
For further information, please contact:
Investor Relations, XTL Biopharmaceuticals Ltd.
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