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First Trust Announces Adjournment of Special Meeting of Shareholders Relating to the Reorganization of First Trust Specialty Finance and Financial Opportunities Fund with and into abrdn Total Dynamic Dividend Fund

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Shareholders of record of the Fund as of the close of business on October 23, 2023, are entitled to vote at the Meeting.

Key Points: 
  • Shareholders of record of the Fund as of the close of business on October 23, 2023, are entitled to vote at the Meeting.
  • Whether or not shareholders plan to attend the Meeting, it is important that their shares be represented and voted at the Meeting.
  • The proxy statement contains important information regarding the proposed reorganization and shareholders of the Fund are urged to read the proxy statement and accompanying materials carefully.
  • If shareholders have any questions regarding the proposals, or need assistance voting, they may call EQ Fund Solutions, LLC at (866) 796-7172.

First Trust Announces Adjournment of Joint Special Meeting of Shareholders

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

The joint special meeting of shareholders will reconvene on February 29, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. Central time in the offices of FTA at 120 East Liberty Drive, Suite 400, Wheaton, Illinois (the “Meeting”).

Key Points: 
  • The joint special meeting of shareholders will reconvene on February 29, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. Central time in the offices of FTA at 120 East Liberty Drive, Suite 400, Wheaton, Illinois (the “Meeting”).
  • Shareholders of record of each Target Fund as of the close of business on October 23, 2023 are entitled to vote at the Meeting.
  • Whether or not shareholders plan to attend the Meeting, it is important that their shares be represented and voted at the Meeting.
  • Shareholders may vote their shares by one of the methods described in the proxy materials previously mailed to them, which includes a joint proxy statement and prospectus (the “proxy statement”).

ICONIC DESTINATIONS FOR THE MICE SEGMENT IN LATIN AMERICA

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Now more than ever, event organizers seek destinations that offer not only state-of-the-art facilities but also memorable experiences that resonate with attendees long after the event has concluded.

Key Points: 
  • Now more than ever, event organizers seek destinations that offer not only state-of-the-art facilities but also memorable experiences that resonate with attendees long after the event has concluded.
  • In this context, Marriott hotels in Latin America stand out as favorites, given their commitment to excellence, strategic locations, and services tailored to meet even the most demanding event needs.
  • This approach benefits not only the planet but also resonates with the growing demands of participants for more responsible practices.
  • Marriott Panama Hotel , located next to the Albrook Mall, the largest shopping center in Central America, is strategically positioned to epitomize convenience and flexibility.

MICE Industry Market Expected to Reach $2,309.4 billion, Globally, by 2032 at 11.6% CAGR--Allied Market Research

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Monday, February 26, 2024

WILMINGTON, Del., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allied Market Research published a report, titled "MICE Industry Market by Event type (Meeting, Incentive, Convention, and Exhibition) : Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2023–2032."  According to the report, the global meeting, incentive, convention, and exhibition (MICE) industry was valued at $598.2 billion in 2022, and is estimated to reach $2,309.4 billion by 2032, registering a CAGR of 11.6% from 2023 to 2032.

Key Points: 
  • The meeting segment dominated the market share in the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry due to its frequency, regularity, and essential role in corporate business activities.
  • Meetings occur regularly for internal communication, decision-making, and strategic planning, contributing to a stable and prominent market position.
  • In addition, the inclusion of corporate travel and accommodation in meeting-related activities enhances the economic significance of this segment within the MICE industry.
  • Europe holds the highest market share in the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry due to a combination of factors.

MICE Industry Market Expected to Reach $2,309.4 billion, Globally, by 2032 at 11.6% CAGR--Allied Market Research

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Monday, February 26, 2024

WILMINGTON, Del., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allied Market Research published a report, titled "MICE Industry Market by Event type (Meeting, Incentive, Convention, and Exhibition) : Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2023–2032."  According to the report, the global meeting, incentive, convention, and exhibition (MICE) industry was valued at $598.2 billion in 2022, and is estimated to reach $2,309.4 billion by 2032, registering a CAGR of 11.6% from 2023 to 2032.

Key Points: 
  • The meeting segment dominated the market share in the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry due to its frequency, regularity, and essential role in corporate business activities.
  • Meetings occur regularly for internal communication, decision-making, and strategic planning, contributing to a stable and prominent market position.
  • In addition, the inclusion of corporate travel and accommodation in meeting-related activities enhances the economic significance of this segment within the MICE industry.
  • Europe holds the highest market share in the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry due to a combination of factors.

Annual General Meeting of AB Volvo

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AB Volvo (publ) ("Volvo") gives notice to attend the Annual General Meeting at Konserthuset, Götaplatsen, Göteborg, Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at 3.00 p.m.

Key Points: 
  • GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AB Volvo (publ) ("Volvo") gives notice to attend the Annual General Meeting at Konserthuset, Götaplatsen, Göteborg, Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at 3.00 p.m.
    Volvo warmly welcomes its shareholders to the Annual General Meeting.
  • The main entrance of Konserthuset opens for registration at 2.00 p.m. and the Annual General Meeting begins at 3.00 p.m. Coffee and cakes will be served in connection with the Annual General Meeting.
  • AB Volvo (publ) ("Volvo") gives notice to attend the Annual General Meeting at Konserthuset, Götaplatsen, Göteborg, Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at 3.00 p.m.
    Volvo warmly welcomes its shareholders to the Annual General Meeting.
  • The main entrance of Konserthuset opens for registration at 2.00 p.m. and the Annual General Meeting begins at 3.00 p.m. Coffee and cakes will be served in connection with the Annual General Meeting.

NCPDP Announces Emmy-Winning David Pogue to Deliver Keynote Address for Its 2024 Annual Conference "Innovation Starts Here"

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NCPDP announced today that David Pogue, the Emmy Award-winning CBS Sunday Morning correspondent, NOVA host, and former New York Times columnist, will give a captivating keynote address at its 2024 Annual Technology & Business Conference, "Innovation Starts Here". The Annual Conference, which will be held May 6-8, 2024, at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona, is expected to draw more than 700 attendees representing a broad cross-section of pharmacy and other healthcare-related industry segments.

Key Points: 
  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NCPDP announced today that David Pogue, the Emmy Award-winning CBS Sunday Morning correspondent, NOVA host, and former New York Times columnist, will give a captivating keynote address at its 2024 Annual Technology & Business Conference, "Innovation Starts Here" .
  • "Mr. Pogue will bring a diverse, interdisciplinary perspective that will motivate NCPDP's Annual Conference attendees to think differently about the future of healthcare technology."
  • NCPDP's 2024 Annual Technology & Business Conference "Innovation Starts Here" is open to all healthcare industry stakeholders.
  • For real-time updates before and during the event, follow @NCPDP on X, NCPDP on LinkedIn, or join the discussion using NCPDP's 2024 Annual Technology & Business Conference hashtag: #NCPDP24.

Ceapro Inc. Announces the Mailing of Meeting Materials in Connection With the Special Meeting of Securityholders to Approve Merger With Aeterna Zentaris

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

The Board believes this is a compelling opportunity for Ceapro and its investors for a number of reasons, including:

Key Points: 
  • The Board believes this is a compelling opportunity for Ceapro and its investors for a number of reasons, including:
    Recurring revenue to support business expansion.
  • The pipeline of products being developed should generate an increased and consistent news flow, a key supporting factor in investor interest.
  • Only Securityholders of record as of the close of business on January 12, 2024 are eligible to vote at the Meeting.
  • Registered Securityholders and duly appointed proxyholders may vote on matters presented at the Meeting by:
    Virtually – completing a ballot online during the Meeting.

GCT Semiconductor and Concord Acquisition Corp III Announce Effectiveness of Registration Statement on Form S-4

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

GCT Semiconductor, Inc. (“GCT Semiconductor” or “GCT”), a leading fabless designer and supplier of advanced LTE, IoT and 5G semiconductor solutions, and Concord Acquisition Corp III (NYSE: CNDB) (“Concord”), a special purpose acquisition company, announced today that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) has declared effective the Registration Statement on Form S-4 (as amended, the “Registration Statement”) filed by Concord and relating to the previously announced proposed business combination between GCT and Concord (the “Business Combination”).

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  • GCT Semiconductor, Inc. (“GCT Semiconductor” or “GCT”), a leading fabless designer and supplier of advanced LTE, IoT and 5G semiconductor solutions, and Concord Acquisition Corp III (NYSE: CNDB) (“Concord”), a special purpose acquisition company, announced today that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) has declared effective the Registration Statement on Form S-4 (as amended, the “Registration Statement”) filed by Concord and relating to the previously announced proposed business combination between GCT and Concord (the “Business Combination”).
  • Further information regarding the Meeting is set forth in the proxy statement/prospectus included in the Registration Statement.
  • A definitive proxy statement/prospectus is being mailed to Concord stockholders of record as of close of business on February 5, 2024 (the “Record Date”).
  • Concord stockholders of record as of the Record Date will be entitled to notice of, and to vote at or before, the Meeting.

Independent Proxy Advisory Firm ISS Recommends Latitude Uranium Shareholders Vote FOR the Arrangement Resolution with ATHA Energy

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

The Board of Directors of LUR unanimously recommends that Shareholders vote FOR the Arrangement Resolution.

Key Points: 
  • The Board of Directors of LUR unanimously recommends that Shareholders vote FOR the Arrangement Resolution.
  • TORONTO, Feb. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Latitude Uranium Inc. (“Latitude Uranium”, “LUR” or the “Company”) (CSE: LUR, OTCQB: LURAF, FRA: EI1) is pleased to announce that leading independent proxy advisory firm, Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. (“ISS”) recommends that Latitude Uranium shareholders (“Shareholders”) vote “FOR” the resolution (the “Arrangement Resolution”) to approve the previously announced arrangement (the “Arrangement”) involving the Company and ATHA Energy Corp. (“ATHA”) at the upcoming Special Meeting of Shareholders (the “Meeting”) to be held on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. (Toronto time).
  • John Jentz, Chief Executive Officer of Latitude Uranium, commented, “We are pleased that ISS supports the Board’s unanimous recommendation that shareholders vote “FOR” the Arrangement Resolution.
  • If you have questions about the Meeting matters or require voting assistance please contact Latitude Uranium‘s proxy solicitation agent, Laurel Hill Advisory Group at: