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Core Insights - Wishpond Technologies Ltd. is spinning out its SalesCloser business into a separate public company to enhance focused expansion in AI sales and marketing [1][5][6] Transaction Overview - A non-binding letter of intent (LOI) has been signed for G2M Cap Corp. to acquire SalesCloser through a reverse takeover, with Wishpond expected to retain approximately 68% ownership of the new entity [1][2][9] - The transaction is anticipated to close around January 30, 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and the execution of a definitive agreement [2][7] SalesCloser Business Highlights - SalesCloser operates an advanced conversational AI platform that automates sales processes, achieving over $1.7 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) and over 5x growth in ARR with gross margins near 85% [3][4] - The platform is designed to improve sales efficiency and reduce hiring costs while driving higher conversion rates [3] Strategic Objectives - The spin-out aims to unlock shareholder value and allow both Wishpond and SalesCloser to focus on their respective strengths, with Wishpond planning to reinvest in its core marketing technology platform [5][6] - SalesCloser is expected to become a leader in the conversational AI space for sales, supported by strong demand and rapid product innovations [5][6] Financial Aspects - Wishpond will receive 22,750,000 Resulting Issuer Shares at a deemed price of $0.75 per share, totaling approximately $17 million [9] - SalesCloser plans to undertake a bridge financing of up to $1.5 million through convertible notes, which will convert into shares if the transaction closes [11] - Concurrently, G2M intends to complete a private placement for up to $4 million, with subscription receipts priced at $0.75 each [12][13] Governance and Management - The Resulting Issuer will have a board comprising key executives from both G2M and SalesCloser, including Ali Tajskandar as CEO and Chairman [22][23] - Employment agreements will grant options to acquire 3,800,000 Resulting Issuer Shares to the CEO and COO of SalesCloser [15] Conditions and Approvals - The transaction is subject to various conditions, including the completion of financing, absence of material adverse changes, and shareholder approvals [17][36] - G2M intends to apply for a waiver from the sponsorship requirements of the TSXV [31]

Core Insights - BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. (BBAI) has experienced a share price increase of over 400% in the past year, while SoundHound AI, Inc. (SOUN) saw a surge of over 250% in the same timeframe [1][2] - Despite these gains, both companies face significant challenges, including widening losses for BigBear.ai and ongoing profitability struggles for SoundHound [2][5] BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. (BBAI) - BigBear.ai has secured numerous government contracts, including deals with the Federal Aviation Administration and the U.S. Department of Defense, which have contributed to its growth [2] - In Q2, BigBear.ai reported revenues of $32.5 million, an 18% decline from $39.8 million in the same quarter last year, marking the steepest revenue decline in recent quarters [3][9] - The company revised its full-year revenue forecast to between $125 million and $140 million, down from a previous estimate of $160 million to $180 million, primarily due to postponed U.S. government contracts [4][9] - As of June 30, 2025, BigBear.ai has a backlog of $380 million, but only 4% of this is secured and authorized, indicating potential delays in revenue realization [4] - BigBear.ai reported a non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA loss of $8.5 million in Q2, more than double the $3.7 million loss from the same period last year, raising concerns about its long-term viability [5] SoundHound AI, Inc. (SOUN) - SoundHound reported its strongest Q2 ever, with revenues of $42.7 million, a remarkable 217% increase year over year [6][9] - The company has attracted interest from large enterprises, including a prominent global healthcare client and a major OEM in China, contributing to its revenue growth [7] - SoundHound raised its full-year revenue guidance to $160-$178 million, significantly higher than the previous year's revenue of $84.6 million [8] - As of June 30, 2025, SoundHound has a strong cash balance of $230 million with no debt, positioning it well to withstand economic challenges [8] - Despite its revenue growth, SoundHound reported a wider year-over-year loss of $0.19 per share on a GAAP basis in Q2, indicating ongoing profitability concerns [10]