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Kjerulf David Hastings Ainsworth has initiated a second unconditional off-market takeover bid for 5.5% of Ainsworth Game Technology shares at a significant premium, aiming to increase his stake and influence in the company.

Kjerulf David Hastings Ainsworth has initiated a second proportional takeover bid for 5.5% of Ainsworth Game Technology shares at $1.30 each, offering shareholders a significant premium and cash certainty. The move underscores Ainsworth’s belief that AGI remains undervalued amid a low likelihood of competing bids.

Ainsworth Game Technology reported a 10% revenue increase to AUD 290.8 million for 2025 but posted a net loss of AUD 19.2 million, driven by a significant goodwill impairment and foreign currency headwinds. The company’s strategic investments and market challenges set the stage for a pivotal year ahead.

Light & Wonder, Inc. reported robust full-year 2025 financial results, highlighted by record revenues, strong cash flow growth, and a major litigation settlement. The company also completed its transition to a sole ASX listing and returned $877 million to shareholders through share repurchases.

Aristocrat Leisure reported robust FY25 results with double-digit revenue and profit growth, underpinned by strategic divestments and investments in AI. The company’s FY26 outlook remains positive, driven by market share gains and new product launches.

iCandy Interactive’s subsidiary Lemon Sky Studios has appointed a seasoned industry leader to drive global partnerships, secured over A$1 million in recent contracts, and is exploring strategic options to unlock shareholder value.

FortifAI Limited has acquired FastAI and its cutting-edge Nol8 Technology, driving a 14.7% revenue increase and delivering positive net operating cash flow for the first time in Q2 FY26.

Light & Wonder, Inc. has amended its credit agreement to introduce a new $2.13 billion tranche of term loans due in 2029, replacing prior debt and reducing borrowing costs. The move reflects a strategic refinancing amid its Nasdaq delisting process.

Aristocrat Leisure and Light & Wonder have resolved their high-profile intellectual property litigation with a $190 million settlement and the withdrawal of disputed games from the market.

Aristocrat Leisure and Light & Wonder have resolved a high-profile intellectual property dispute with a $190 million settlement and the withdrawal of contested games worldwide.

Ainsworth Game Technology has issued a Target's Statement responding to an unsolicited proportional takeover bid by Kjerulf David Hastings Ainsworth amid an ongoing full takeover offer from Novomatic. The Independent Board Committee refrains from recommending acceptance or rejection, highlighting complex shareholder choices.

Investor Kjerulf Ainsworth has initiated an unconditional off-market proportional takeover bid for 2.9% of Ainsworth Game Technology shares at $1.30 each, offering shareholders a significant premium and liquidity option.