M&A Social Media and Updates

AA Rules Out United Merger, Keeps Deal Options Open
SocialApr 17, 2026

AA Rules Out United Merger, Keeps Deal Options Open

American Airlines Denies United Merger Talks — But Leaves Room For Other Deals - View from the Wing https://t.co/hZc2NQhXm9

By Gary Leff
Hollywood Fears Retaliation After Anti‑Paramount Letter
SocialApr 17, 2026

Hollywood Fears Retaliation After Anti‑Paramount Letter

"The worry is that this letter, and people who signed it, end up becoming Larry Ellison’s blacklist." Brian Lowry's latest column for @get_status is about Hollywood's growing concerns with Paramount WBD deal—and how major figures are speaking out, even though they...

By Oliver Darcy
UCB to Acquire Neurona for $1.2B, Targeting Seizure Cell Therapy
SocialApr 17, 2026

UCB to Acquire Neurona for $1.2B, Targeting Seizure Cell Therapy

UCB, betting on seizure cell therapy, to buy Neurona for up to $1.2B https://t.co/LxI1Omodan by @realJacobBell $UCB

By Ben Fidler
Citi CEO Denies M&A Rumors, Calls for Calm
SocialApr 17, 2026

Citi CEO Denies M&A Rumors, Calls for Calm

Citigroup $C CEO seeks to put kibosh on M&A rumors | S&P Global Market Intelligence https://t.co/UWexKWUrZu

By Timyan Bank Alert
Tesla, SpaceX Poised for 50/50 Merger of Equals
SocialApr 17, 2026

Tesla, SpaceX Poised for 50/50 Merger of Equals

After further research and our discussions on the @cyberbulls with @TeslaLarry yesterday, I agree that this will very well be a Merger of Equals. BUT - in my opinion - it will not be at the then stock price, which is...

By Alexandra Merz
Apple's Satellite Link Changes Hands, Prepares for Leo Integration
SocialApr 17, 2026

Apple's Satellite Link Changes Hands, Prepares for Leo Integration

Apple devices’ satellite link is under new ownership: "This lays the foundation for when Leo comes online to expand and deepen that relationship." @Computerworld https://t.co/hLhYdyuYxS

By Roger Entner
AMCApes Leader Backs Warner‑Paramount Merger, Sparks Theater Feud
SocialApr 17, 2026

AMCApes Leader Backs Warner‑Paramount Merger, Sparks Theater Feud

The king of the #AMCApes has started a brawl with fellow movie theater owners by backing David Ellison’s plan to combine Warner Bros. and Paramount. They had it out in person yesterday in Las Vegas. Details ⬇️⬇️ https://t.co/6DmAIbWKUA

By Matthew Belloni
High‑Spread LSTA Merger Arb: Big Reward, 35% Risk
SocialApr 17, 2026

High‑Spread LSTA Merger Arb: Big Reward, 35% Risk

$LSTA merger arb for the brave👇 Spread just blew out to 48% on a cash offer. Tender postponed, buyer is hunting for financing at "better terms." Buyer previously licensed LSTA's drug. They know the asset. They want it. This is a definitive...

By Dalius – Special Sits
AT&T Leads as Top Buyer for NextNav, Shares up 24%
SocialApr 17, 2026

AT&T Leads as Top Buyer for NextNav, Shares up 24%

"with AT&T the most logical fit, but SpaceX and Verizon Communications are also credible buyers of NextNav" NextNav shares have gained nearly 24% so far this year, https://t.co/FXVYWITgRW

By Mike Dano
Kraken's Acquisition of Bitnomial Boosts Speed and Compliance
SocialApr 17, 2026

Kraken's Acquisition of Bitnomial Boosts Speed and Compliance

Kraken @krakenfx is a powerhouse and this is a great acquisition. @Bitnomial moves fast and has good regulatory positioning.

By Matt Hougan
Private Equity's College Sports Deal: Profit Mystery, Not Hype
SocialApr 17, 2026

Private Equity's College Sports Deal: Profit Mystery, Not Hype

blogged about the learfield sale, which I don't think warrants a OH MY GOD PRIVATE EQUITY IS COMING TO COLLEGE SPORTS type reaction but I do kinda wonder how this becomes profitable for everybody https://t.co/q2bQ1lNVca

By Matt Brown
Kraken’s Parent Payward Acquires Bitnomial for $550M
SocialApr 17, 2026

Kraken’s Parent Payward Acquires Bitnomial for $550M

JUST IN: Payward, Kraken's parent company, is buying the Bitnomial derivatives exchange for $550 million.

By David Gokhshtein
NorthStar E&S Targets $300M Valuation in SPAC IPO
SocialApr 17, 2026

NorthStar E&S Targets $300M Valuation in SPAC IPO

Space-based space situational awareness co @NorthStarEandS to IPO on @NYSE via merger with SPAC #VikingAcquisition. Minimum gross proceeds of $30M, pre-money valuation $300M. @SpireGlobal @LuxSpaceAgency @CartesianCap. https://t.co/coJbF6PboG https://t.co/leePWtbfAm

By Peter B. de Selding
Global Strategic M&A Hits $718B, Beating 2021 Record
SocialApr 17, 2026

Global Strategic M&A Hits $718B, Beating 2021 Record

GS: Global strategic M&A volumes total $718 billion so far this year—already outpacing the prior record of 2021 https://t.co/jHjx8NpER8

By Mike Zaccardi