Core Scientific shareholders reject $9 billion CoreWeave offer, deal terminated

Group 1 - Core Scientific ended its sale deal to CoreWeave after shareholders voted against the proposal, marking the second failed attempt by CoreWeave to acquire Core Scientific [1][2] - CoreWeave had proposed an all-stock deal valued at $9 billion to acquire Core Scientific, aiming to secure energy and data center capacity amid rising demand [2] - Two Seas Capital, the largest active shareholder of Core Scientific, opposed the deal due to concerns regarding the sale process, deal structure, and valuation [2][3] Group 2 - The fixed exchange ratio in the proposed deal left Core Scientific shareholders exposed to fluctuations in CoreWeave's share price [3] - Core Scientific's board had recommended shareholders vote in favor of the sale, citing potential cost savings and synergies from the merger [3] - Proxy advisory firm Institutional Shareholder Services advised against the deal, suggesting Core Scientific should remain independent due to its success as a standalone entity [3] Group 3 - Following the vote, Core Scientific shares increased in early trading, while CoreWeave's shares fell nearly 5% [4]