Semler Scientific chairman urges investors to approve Strive merger ahead of Jan 13 meeting

Core Viewpoint - Semler Scientific's Chairman Eric Semler is urging shareholders to vote in favor of the merger with Strive, scheduled for a special meeting on January 13, 2026, despite a 21% decline in stock value since the acquisition announcement [1][2]. Group 1: Merger Details - Shareholders of Semler Scientific will receive 21.05 shares of Strive (ASST) for each share of Semler (SMLR) upon completion of the merger [2]. - The combined entity is expected to hold nearly 13,000 bitcoins, positioning it among the top five pure-play bitcoin treasuries according to Bitcointreasuries.net [2]. Group 2: Executive Statements - Eric Semler expressed that the merger provides SMLR shareholders the opportunity to benefit from one of the leading digital credit companies, emphasizing the significant bitcoin holdings post-merger [2]. - Following the transaction, Eric Semler confirmed his intention to join the board of directors at Strive [2].