GoPro

CEO Nick Woodman wrote to customers that making cameras is GoPro’s “core DNA” and that the proposed $285 million merger with Starman will strengthen the company’s ability to innovate in cameras, accessories, software and services. He said the deal improves GoPro’s financial position, will support continued product development and aims to help the company diversify while remaining focused on high‑performance consumer and professional camera technology. » Więcej na theverge.com

Gopro will merge with Starman Optical, with Starman set to hold about 90% of the combined company. Gopro will remain listed on the Nasdaq; former shareholders will keep roughly 10% and receive $1.14 per share, and about $92 million of debt will be paid off. In the long term, Gopro plans to broaden its core action‑camera business into a wider optics and imaging company and move into areas such as AI data centers, defense, robotics, and space. The merger still requires approval from shareholders and regulators and is expected to be completed by the end of 2026. » Więcej na golem.de

Optical transceiver maker Starman Optical is buying 90% of GoPro’s shares for $285 million ($1.14 per share); the existing shareholders retain 10%. Mark Fischbach (Markiplier) remains the second-largest shareholder with just under 1%. The deal lets GoPro pay off $92 million in outstanding debt and become largely debt-free. GoPro will continue to operate, products will keep being supported, and the technology will be marketed more to military, robotics, and aerospace customers. » Więcej na heise.de

GoPro announced plans to merge with photonics specialist Starman Optical; shareholders are to receive $285 million in cash plus roughly ten percent of the combined company, and about $92 million of debt will be paid off. The announcement drove GoPro’s stock up by as much as 78 percent temporarily, after which trading was suspended. » Więcej na deraktionaer.de

GoPro shares rise about 70% in premarket trading after it emerged that YouTuber Mark Fischbach (Markiplier) acquired an 8.5% stake. The stock had already climbed significantly the previous day. » Więcej na finanzen.net