YD Bio Ltd to Acquire Immunocell Therapy Firm SSMC for $26.87M, Bolstering Biotech Portfolio

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This acquisition represents a significant step in YD Bio Ltd's strategic transformation, as outlined in previous filings. By acquiring SSMC, a company specializing in advanced immunocell therapy with a Phase III clinical asset for glioblastoma, YD Bio Ltd is expanding its R&D capabilities and product portfolio beyond diagnostics into therapeutic solutions. The deal, valued at approximately $26.87 million, will be paid in a mix of cash and shares, with lock-up periods for the new shares. This move is expected to enhance the company's position in the rapidly evolving field of cell and gene therapies and provides a critical new product pipeline.

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• Strategic Acquisition Announced

  YD Bio Ltd signed a binding Letter of Intent (LOI) to acquire Safe Save Medical Cell Sciences & Technology Co., Ltd. (SSMC), a Taiwan-based dendritic cell immunotherapy platform.

• Significant Transaction Value

  The total consideration for the acquisition is approximately US$26.87 million (NT$839,832,000).

• Payment Structure and Lock-ups

  Consideration includes a mix of cash and newly issued YD Bio Ltd ordinary shares, with specific shareholders receiving shares subject to 6-month to 1-year lock-up periods.

• Expansion into Advanced Therapeutics

  SSMC specializes in immunocell therapy, including a Phase III clinical application for glioblastoma, significantly expanding YD Bio Ltd's therapeutic pipeline and R&D capabilities.

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This acquisition represents a significant step in YD Bio Ltd's strategic transformation, as outlined in previous filings. By acquiring SSMC, a company specializing in advanced immunocell therapy with a Phase III clinical asset for glioblastoma, YD Bio Ltd is expanding its R&D capabilities and product portfolio beyond diagnostics into therapeutic solutions. The deal, valued at approximately $26.87 million, will be paid in a mix of cash and shares, with lock-up periods for the new shares. This move is expected to enhance the company's position in the rapidly evolving field of cell and gene therapies and provides a critical new product pipeline.