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Ascendant Resources Completes Phase 2 Metallurgical Test Work Program at Its Lagoa Salgada VMS Project in Portugal

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Thursday, September 9, 2021

Grinding Solutions are confident in achieving at least benchmark recoveries for the IBP at Lagoa Salgada.

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  • Grinding Solutions are confident in achieving at least benchmark recoveries for the IBP at Lagoa Salgada.
  • Testing of oxidized samples is necessary to fully understand the behaviour of ore characteristics on an industrial scale and the results achieved in the Phase 2 test work program continues to provide the confidence necessary to initiate a full feasibility metallurgical test work program in Q1 2022.
  • Finally blend test work to confirm whether processing both the massive sulphide and stockwork together would be a potential process route.
  • Ascendant is a Toronto-based mining company focused on the exploration and development of the highly prospective Lagoa Salgada VMS project located on the prolific Iberian Pyrite Belt in Portugal.

Leonardo DRS Acquires Small-Form Gimbal Company

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Thursday, August 5, 2021
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ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Leonardo DRS, Inc. announced today that it has acquired Ascendant Engineering Solutions (AES), one of the world's most advanced gimbal producers.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Leonardo DRS, Inc. announced today that it has acquired Ascendant Engineering Solutions (AES), one of the world's most advanced gimbal producers.
  • With its advanced systems, the company is focused on gimbal payload opportunities in strategic U.S. government programs including those intended to counter current and next-generation anti-access and area-denial systems.
  • Leonardo DRS is a world leader in state-of-the-art sensor systems addressing a range of military needs including targeting, surveillance and force protection.
  • Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Leonardo DRS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo S.p.A. See the full range of capabilities at www.LeonardoDRS.com .

Ascendant Digital Acquisition Corp. Shareholders Approve Business Combination with MarketWise, LLC

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
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NEW YORK, July 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ascendant Digital Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: ACND) (Ascendant or the Company) today announced that Ascendants shareholders have approved all proposals related to its previously announced business combination with MarketWise, LLC (MarketWise), a leading multi-brand digital subscription services platform that provides premium financial research, software, education, and tools for self-directed investors.

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  • NEW YORK, July 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ascendant Digital Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: ACND) (Ascendant or the Company) today announced that Ascendants shareholders have approved all proposals related to its previously announced business combination with MarketWise, LLC (MarketWise), a leading multi-brand digital subscription services platform that provides premium financial research, software, education, and tools for self-directed investors.
  • Approximately 85.5% of the votes cast at the extraordinary general meeting of Ascendants shareholders held today voted to approve the business combination with MarketWise.
  • Mark Gerhard, CEO of Ascendant, commented, We are delighted with the overwhelming shareholder support voting to approve the business combination and we are thankful to our public shareholders for their trust in this extraordinary company.
  • About Ascendant Digital Acquisition Corp.
    Ascendant Digital Acquisition Corp. is a blank check company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses or entities.

Ascendant Digital Acquisition Corp. Reminds Shareholders to Vote in Favor of the Proposed Business Combination with MarketWise Before July 20th

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
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Ascendants board of directors recommends you vote FOR the Business Combination with MarketWise and FOR all of the related proposals described in the proxy statement/prospectus.

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  • Ascendants board of directors recommends you vote FOR the Business Combination with MarketWise and FOR all of the related proposals described in the proxy statement/prospectus.
  • You will need your voting control number which is included on the Voting Instruction Form to vote online.
  • You will need your voting control number which is included on the Voting Instruction Form to vote via automated telephone service.
  • Neither MarketWise nor Ascendant gives any assurance that either MarketWise or Ascendant will achieve its expectations.

Argus Research Initiates Equity Report Coverage on Ascendant Resources Inc. (TSX: ASND)

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
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NEW YORK, July 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Argus Research, an independent investment research firm, has launched Equity Report coverage on Ascendant Resources Inc. (TSX: ASND).

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  • NEW YORK, July 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Argus Research, an independent investment research firm, has launched Equity Report coverage on Ascendant Resources Inc. (TSX: ASND).
  • Click here to view Full Argus Equity Report.
  • Upon the publication of the new PEA, Ascendant Resources plans to initiate a feasibility study and anticipates completion near the end of 2022.
  • Ascendant Resources Inc. was incorporated in 2006 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

Beacon Street Group Announces Updated 2021 Performance Metrics

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Monday, April 5, 2021
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Beacon Street Group, LLC (Beacon Street or the Company), a leading multi-brand digital subscription services platform that provides premium financial research, software, education, and tools for self-directed investors, today announced an increase to certain of the projected 2021 performance metrics as the result of strong first quarter 2021 performance.

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  • Beacon Street Group, LLC (Beacon Street or the Company), a leading multi-brand digital subscription services platform that provides premium financial research, software, education, and tools for self-directed investors, today announced an increase to certain of the projected 2021 performance metrics as the result of strong first quarter 2021 performance.
  • Beacon Street previously announced that the Company entered into a definitive business combination agreement with Ascendant Digital Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: ACND) (Ascendant) on March 1, 2021.
  • Beacon Street is a 100% digital, direct-to-consumer company offering its research across a variety of platforms including mobile, desktops, and tablets.
  • Neither Beacon Street nor Ascendant gives any assurance that either Beacon Street or Ascendant will achieve its expectations.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Rigrodsky Law, P.A. Announces Investigation of Ascendant Digital Acquisition Corp. Merger

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Thursday, March 4, 2021
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WILMINGTON, Del., March 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rigrodsky Law, P.A.

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  • WILMINGTON, Del., March 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rigrodsky Law, P.A.
  • announces that it is investigating Ascendant Digital Acquisition Corp. (Ascendant) (NYSE: ACND ) regarding possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of law related to Ascendants agreement to merge with Beacon Street Group, LLC.
  • To learn more about this investigation and your rights, visit: https://www.rl-legal.com/cases-ascendant-digital-acquisition-corp .
  • You may also contact Seth D. Rigrodsky or Gina M. Serra cost and obligation free at (888) 969-4242 or [email protected] .

Beacon Street Group, a Leading Subscription Platform for Financial Research, Software and Education, to Become Publicly Traded via Combination with Ascendant Digital Acquisition Corp.

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Tuesday, March 2, 2021
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Beacon Street is a 100% digital, direct-to-consumer company offering its research across a variety of platforms including mobile, desktops, and tablets.

Key Points: 
  • Beacon Street is a 100% digital, direct-to-consumer company offering its research across a variety of platforms including mobile, desktops, and tablets.
  • The transaction reflects an implied pro forma enterprise value for Beacon Street of approximately $3.0 billion at closing.
  • Beacon Street has a proven, agile, and scalable platform and its vision is to become the leading financial wellness solutions platform for self-directed investors.
  • Neither Beacon Street nor Ascendant gives any assurance that either Beacon Street or Ascendant will achieve its expectations.

Ascendant Announces Expansion into the UK

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020
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TORONTOand LONDON, Nov. 17, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ascendant today announced the expansion of their global operations with an entry into the UK market.

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  • TORONTOand LONDON, Nov. 17, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ascendant today announced the expansion of their global operations with an entry into the UK market.
  • Having the infrastructure and operational capabilities to expand into the UK market is a significant and strategic milestone for our company, said Jason Mugford, President and Chief Executive Officer at Ascendant.
  • We see a strong opportunity to help UK companies protect margins and drive efficiency in the face of renewed lockdowns.
  • As members of the SWIFT network and Global Payment Initiative (gpi), Ascendant improves payment delivery and provides greater transparency for customers.

Ascendant Resources Initiates 2020 Exploration Program Focusing on the Copper-Rich South Zone and Announces Non-Brokered Private Placement

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Thursday, September 17, 2020
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The main objective of the proposed program is to significantly increase and upgrade tonnage at the copper-rich South Zone.

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  • The main objective of the proposed program is to significantly increase and upgrade tonnage at the copper-rich South Zone.
  • The South Zone remains open in all directions according to geological data collected during the Companys previous exploration activities.
  • Indications are that the mineralization is open and expanding southward where the Companys first drill targets in this program are situated.
  • Chris Buncic, President & CEO of Ascendant, stated, We are excited to continue our exploration activities in the South Zone where we hope to greatly improve CuEq tonnage and grade.