$1.5 billion transaction to expand fiber deployments, launch network modernization initiatives, and accelerate growth  BOCA RATON, Fla., Dec. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- DigitalBridge Group, Inc. ("DigitalBridge" or the "Company") (NYSE: DBRG), a leading global alternative asset manager dedicated to investing in digital infrastructure, and Crestview Partners ("Crestview"), a leading private equity firm, today announced that affiliated investment funds have completed their previously announced take-private acq ...

Core Viewpoint - STEP Energy Services Ltd. has successfully completed a take-private transaction with ARC Energy Fund 8, resulting in ARC Energy Fund 8 acquiring all outstanding common shares of STEP not already owned by them or related entities for cash consideration of $5.50 per share [1][2]. Group 1: Transaction Details - The acquisition was executed through a plan of arrangement under the Business Corporations Act (Alberta) [1]. - ARC Energy Fund 8 acquired 24,700,000 shares, while the Purchaser acquired 7,958,832 shares, leading to ARC Energy Fund 8 owning 70.44% of all outstanding shares post-transaction [7][8]. - Prior to the transaction, ARC Energy Fund 8 held approximately 36.56% of the outstanding shares, and together with ARC Energy Fund 6, they controlled about 55.20% [6]. Group 2: Regulatory and Compliance - STEP has applied to delist its shares from the Toronto Stock Exchange, with an expected delisting date around December 17, 2025 [3]. - The transaction triggers early warning requirements under National Instrument 62-104 and National Instrument 62-103 [2]. Group 3: Company Background - STEP is an energy services company specializing in coiled tubing, fluid and nitrogen pumping, and hydraulic fracturing solutions, primarily serving the North American market [16][17]. - The company has a strong focus on safety and quality execution, differentiating itself in high-pressure and complex well environments [16][18].

Core Viewpoint - Jamf Holding Corp.'s board of directors is under investigation for potential breaches of fiduciary duties related to a proposed take-private deal at $13.05 per share, which may be considered unfair to shareholders [1][3][5]. Group 1: Investigation Details - The investigation is led by Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP, focusing on whether Jamf's board and Vista Equity Partners have acted in the best interests of shareholders during the acquisition process [5][7]. - The acquisition agreement with Francisco Partners Management, L.P. was announced on October 29, 2025, raising concerns about the fairness of the $13.05 per share offer [3][4]. - Vista Equity Partners holds 34.4% of Jamf's outstanding stock and has the right to appoint four out of nine board members, which may create conflicts of interest [4]. Group 2: Shareholder Implications - Shareholders are encouraged to seek additional information and may have legal options available to them regarding the proposed transaction [2][6]. - The deal requires a stockholder vote, but Vista has not been excluded from participating in that vote, raising further concerns about the integrity of the process [4].

Core Viewpoint - Jamf Holding Corp. is under investigation for potential breaches of fiduciary duties by its board of directors in relation to a proposed acquisition by Francisco Partners Management, L.P. at a price of $13.05 per share, which may be considered unfairly low for shareholders [1][3][5]. Group 1: Investigation Details - The investigation is led by Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP, focusing on whether Jamf's board and Vista Equity Partners have acted in the best interests of shareholders regarding the acquisition [1][5]. - Jamf's board did not form an independent special committee to assess the acquisition, raising concerns about conflicts of interest, particularly given Vista's significant ownership stake of 34.4% and its rights to appoint four board members [4][5]. Group 2: Acquisition Context - The acquisition agreement was announced on October 29, 2025, with the proposed price of $13.05 per share potentially undervaluing the company [3]. - The deal is subject to a shareholder vote, but Vista is not excluded from participating in that vote, which could further complicate the situation [4].

Core Points - TaskUs, Inc. is urging stockholders to vote in favor of the merger agreement and the take-private acquisition by an affiliate of Blackstone [1] - The acquisition involves TaskUs Co-Founder and CEO Bryce Maddock and Co-Founder and President Jaspar Weir [1]