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01 Communique Announces an Updated Early Warning Disclosure

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5 years ago

August 5, 2019

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01 Communique Laboratory Inc. (the “Company”) (ONE:TSX-V) today announced that the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Cheung’s holding company 1407513 Ontario Ltd. (“1407513”) has filed an early warning report (the “Report”) under the Company’s profile on www.sedar.com as summarized below. This press release is being disseminated as required by National Instrument 62-103, The Early Warning System and Related Take-Over Bids and Insider Reporting Issues in connection with the filing of an early warning report.

Prior to the completion of the transaction set forth in the Report, 1407513 of 789 Don Mills Road, Suite 700, Toronto, Ontario M2C 1T5 owned, together with joint actors, 9,789,667 common shares in the capital of the Company and 1,390,000 options to acquire common shares in the capital of the Company.

On July 29, 2019 Mr. Cheung acquired a total of 466,666 units at a price of $0.12 per unit for total consideration of $49,999.92. Each unit was comprised of one common share and one-half of one common share purchase warrant with each whole warrant entitling the holder to acquire one common share at a price of $0.15 per share at any time on or before July 29, 2021. Following the foregoing transaction 1407513 holds, together with joint actors, 9,789,666 common shares, 208,333 common share purchase warrants and 1,390,000 options. As a result of the foregoing transactions the percentage of restricted voting shares of the Company owned or controlled by 1407513 increased from 13.8% to 13.9%% (on a partially diluted basis). This early warning report is being filed to update the 1407513’s early warning disclosure in respect of which 1407513’s ownership percentage has decreased from the approximately 32% ownership percentage reflected in the previous report as a result of certain transactions, including issuances by the Company, that have diluted 1407513’s holdings as reflected in the previous early warning report.

Immediately before the transaction that triggered the requirement to file the Report, 1407513 owned or controlled a total of 9,373,000 common shares and 1,390,000 options of the Company representing 12.2% of the issued and outstanding common shares on an undiluted basis and 13.8% on a partially diluted basis. Immediately following the transactions that triggered the requirement to file the Report, 1407513 owned or controlled a total of 9,789,666 common shares, 208,333 common share purchase warrants and 1,390,000 options of the Company representing 12.2% of the issued and outstanding common shares on an undiluted basis and 13.9% on a partially diluted basis.

Neither 1407513, nor to its knowledge, any of the joint actors, have a present intention to acquire or dispose of additional securities. Such intention may change depending on various factors including, without limitation, the Company’s financial position, the price levels of the common shares of the Company, conditions in the securities markets and general economic and industry conditions, and other factors and conditions 1407513 and/or the joint actors deem appropriate.

SOURCE 01 Communique Laboratory Inc.

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Wahed appoints Khalid Al Jassim as Executive Chairman of Wahed MENA to help guide the strategic growth of Wahed in the region

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22 hours ago

November 24, 2024

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DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Wahed, a global Shariah-compliant fintech, has appointed Khalid Al Jassim as Chairman of Wahed MENA.

On this appointment, Khalid commented, ”I am excited to guide Wahed’s growth in the region. Wahed’s mission of furthering Islamic Finance is one I resonate with deeply and I look forward to supporting its growth ambitions.”

Khalid has over twenty five years of investment banking and corporate advisory experience gained with some of the most innovative and groundbreaking institutions in the world.

His career spans leading firms including SABIC, Arthur Anderson and Arcapita Bank in Bahrain, where he was instrumental in making it into one of the PE powerhouses in the region. His responsibilities started in the earlier years with establishing the Investment Placement Team and transforming it into one of the most robust teams in the industry. At the time that Khalid left Arcapita to build his personal business, he was an Executive Director. Today he is Chairman of Afkar Vision, a private advisory house specialized in mergers and acquisitions with offices in Manama, Dubai and Riyadh.

As well as being one of the earliest investors in Wahed, he is currently Chairman of the Audit Committee and Board Member at Bahrain Islamic Bank, the 4th oldest Islamic Bank in the World and Board Member at SICO Bank and SICO Capital in Saudi, an $8bn asset manager in the region.

Mohsin Siddiqui, Wahed CEO said, “We are delighted to announce Khalid’s appointment. His unique understanding of the financial landscape in the MENA region is unparalleled and we are excited to bring this expertise in continuing to grow our presence in the region.”

About Wahed

Founded in 2015, Wahed is a financial technology company that is advancing financial inclusion through accessible, affordable, and values-based investing. The company has made significant inroads in the world Shariah compliant investing by creating an easy-to-use digital platform that provides a suite of Shariah compliant investing products including managed portfolios and venture and real estate investments. Wahed caters to over 400,000 customers globally and manages over $ 1 billion in assets.

For more information, visit: www.wahed.com

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Qatar Development Bank announces strategic investment in global Islamic FinTech, Wahed

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22 hours ago

November 24, 2024

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DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Qatar Development Bank (QDB) announces a strategic investment in Wahed, a global Shariah-compliant fintech.

Wahed currently manages over $1 billion in assets and has attracted over 400,000 clients worldwide. The company is built on the principles of democratizing access to financial services and offers clients access to Shariah-compliant investments in its mobile app. Wahed removes the barriers to sophisticated investment management services that have been traditionally reserved for high-net-worth investors.

Khalid Al Jassim, Executive Chairman of Wahed MENA said: ‘We are delighted to welcome our new shareholders, QDB. We believe Qatar is fully aligned with our mission in creating a technology-first Islamic finance leader that unlocks a financial ecosystem free from Riba. We look forward to supporting the Qatar National Vision 2030 of becoming a leading knowledge-based economy.

Ali Rahimtula, Partner at Cue Ball Capital said: “Qatar Development Bank’s strategic investment is a clear signal of the faith the industry has in Wahed and its ability to create the future of Islamic Finance.”

About Wahed

For more information, visit: www.wahed.com

About Qatar Development Bank

Qatar Development Bank’s mission is to advance the economic and innovation development cycle of Qatar, supporting and contributing to the nation’s economic diversification. As well as a focus on the development of Qatar’s private sector, QDB is a powerful catalyst for socio-economic development in the country, empowering the local economy and bettering living standards.

For more information, visit: https://www.qdb.qa/

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China’s AIMA brand electric motorbike is now in Bangladesh

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1 day ago

November 23, 2024

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DHAKA, Bangladesh, Nov. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — With the popularity of electric vehicles in Bangladesh, the globally renowned AIMA brand has also arrived in Bangladesh. The esteemed DX Group has brought the AIMA F-626 to customers. This environmentally friendly battery-operated electric motorbike has already been approved by the Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA) now.

In light of the increasing popularity of electric motorcycles in the country, the internationally-leading brand AIMA has entered the market. By the end of 2023, AIMA electric two-wheelers had established a presence in over 50 countries worldwide, with 11 global production bases, including overseas factories in Indonesia and Vietnam. In 2022, AIMA collaborated with Rob Janoff, the designer of the Apple logo, to refresh the brand’s VI system with a youthful and fashionable image. In 2023, AIMA teamed up with PANTONE, the global authority in color expertise, to create the trending color of the year. As an industry leader, AIMA spearheads the electric two-wheeler sector and showcases the prowess of a leading electric two-wheeler brand on a global scale. As of March 31, 2024, AIMA’s total electric two-wheeler sales had reached 80 million units, earning certification from Frost & Sullivan, a globally recognized business growth consulting firm, as the “Global Leading Electric Two-wheeler Brand”.

Over the years, AIMA has always been a product trendsetter in the electric two-wheeler sector. As of March 31, 2024, the total sales volume of AIMA electric two-wheelers reached 80 million, and Frost & Sullivan, a world-renowned market consulting company, awarded AIMA with the market status certification of the “Global Leading Electric Two-wheeler Brand (by Sales)”.

AIMA adhere to the customer-centered product philosophy and technologies that support long-term innovation and breakthroughs. We believe that the efficiency and modern technology of the AIMA F-626 will present an excellent alternative means of communication for our customers.