Core Viewpoint - Quantum BioPharma Ltd. is involved in a significant legal battle against CIBC and RBC, alleging stock market manipulation through "stock spoofing," with a lawsuit amounting to USD $700 million [2][4]. Company Overview - Quantum BioPharma is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative treatments for neurodegenerative and metabolic disorders, including its lead compound, Lucid-MS, which aims to prevent and reverse myelin degradation associated with multiple sclerosis [5]. - The company retains a 19.86% ownership stake in Unbuzzd Wellness Inc., which is linked to its product unbuzzd™, and has a royalty agreement that could yield up to $250 million [5]. Legal Context - The ongoing lawsuit against CIBC and RBC is based on allegations that these banks facilitated stock spoofing, with claims that over 16 million illegal orders were placed through their platforms [4]. - The investigative series by CTV News highlights the broader implications of stock spoofing on retail investors and the integrity of the market [2][4].
Award-winning Investigative News Program W5 Airs Part 2 of 3-part Television Series on Alleged Stock Market Manipulation of Quantum Biopharma Involving Two of Canada’s Largest Banks, CIBC and RBC