Leisure Acquisition Corp. (LACQ) Shareholders Approve Ensysce Biosciences Deal

Leisure Acquisition Corp.  (NASDAQ:LACQ) announced in an 8-K filing this morning that its shareholders approved its combination with clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company Ensysce Biosciences, Inc. at a special meeting yesterday.

Importantly, investors redeemed just 5,000 shares in connection with the vote and did so at a significant loss as Leisure’s shares traded above $13 throughout June 24, the SPAC’s redemption deadline.  ...READ MORE

ION Acquisition Corp. 1 (IACA) Shareholders Approve Taboola Deal

ION Acquisition Corp. 1 Ltd.  (NYSE:IACA) announced in a press release that its shareholders approved its combination with digital ad firm Taboola at a special meeting earlier today.

The press release mentioned holders of ION Class A ordinary shares reflecting approximately 7% of outstanding shares exercised their right to redeem their shares, but did not give the exact number of shares. ...READ MORE

The Latest SPAC News and Rumors: June 28, 2021

Below is a daily summary of links to the latest SPAC news and rumors gathered across the web. 

Latest SPAC News: Singapore’s Carousell is considering a U.S. listing via SPAC, Asian investors remain hot on SPACs, and NYSE’s President calls for transparency 

Singapore’s Carousell Explores U.S.

The Latest SPAC News and Rumors: June 25, 2021

Below is a daily summary of links to the latest SPAC news and rumors gathered across the web. 

Latest SPAC News: Churchill Capital IV is set to vote on merger with Lucid Motors, dozens of SPAC deals to enter Russell 3000 index, Jim Chanos warns of SPAC market, and Credit Suisse’s deals dry up 

Churchill Capital IV Announces Shareholder Vote Date For Lucid Motors Merger

Churchill Capital IV is set to vote on its merger with Lucid Motors on July 22, and a redemption deadline of July 20. ...READ MORE

Top 3 SPAC Targets – Hospitality

SPACInsider contributors Anthony Sozzi and Sam Beattie this week compiled their three favorite potential SPAC targets among companies in hospitality. We look at why they are compelling and why each could be a fit for a blank-check merger. ...READ MORE

Forum Merger III Corp. (FIII) Shareholders Approve Electric Last Mile Deal

Forum Merger III Corp.  (NASDAQ:FIII) announced in a press release that its shareholders approved its combination with electric vehicle (EV) company Electric Last Mile Inc., at a special meeting earlier today. ...READ MORE

Forest Road Acquisition Corp. (FRX) Shareholders Approve Beachbody and Myx Fitness Deal

Forest Road Acquisition Corp.  (NYSE:FRX) announced in a press release that its shareholders approved its combination with consumer fitness firms the Beachbody Company and Myx Fitness Holdings at a special meeting earlier today. ...READ MORE

The Latest SPAC News and Rumors: June 24, 2021

Below is a daily summary of links to the latest SPAC news and rumors gathered across the web. 

Latest SPAC News: Ackman re-engages with target following deal for UMG stake, Syniverse in talks to merge with M3-Brigade, and Sebi to announce SPAC framework 

Ackman Re-Engages With SPAC Target After Deal for UMG Stake

Bill Ackman said he has already re-engaged with a potential target for his remaining SPAC after reaching a deal to buy a 10% stake in Universal Music Group before its spinoff from Vivendi SE this year. ...READ MORE

REPLAY AVAILABLE: Sustainable Opportunities (SOAC) & The Metals Company

A replay is now available for the recently held investor presentation and Q&A with executive management from Sustainable Opportunities Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: SOAC) and The Metals Company

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Artius Acquisition Inc. (AACQ) Shareholders Approve Origin Materials Deal

Artius Acquisition Inc.  (NASDAQ:AACQ) announced in an 8-K filing that its shareholders approved its combination with West-Sacramento zero-carbon materials company Origin Materials at a special meeting earlier today.

A total of 58,972,042 Artius shares, representing approximately 65.11% of the outstanding ordinary shares entitled to vote, were present  at the meeting. ...READ MORE

FTAC Olympus Acquisition Corp. (FTOC) Shareholders Approve Payoneer Deal

FTAC Olympus Acquisition Corp.  (NASDAQ:FTOC) announced in a press release that its shareholders approved its combination with payments firm Payoneer at a special meeting earlier today.

The press release did not disclose redemptions, however, 97.8% of the votes cast at the meeting voted to approve the business combination. ...READ MORE