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US Activist Hedge Fund Institutional SEC 13D 13G — September 23, 2026

Activist & Institutional Activity

By Gunpowder Editorial ·

14 high priority 7 medium priority 21 total filings analysed

Executive Summary

This digest of 21 filings reveals a sharp dichotomy in activist and institutional activity. The most material development is a power transfer at Cheer Holding, where a Hong Kong entity acquired 96.44% voting control for a nominal $500, signaling a potential backdoor listing or restructuring.

A major strategic realignment is underway at VNET Group, where CATL affiliates acquired a 38.1% stake, with founder Sheng Chen retaining 34.3% voting power via a consortium agreement, creating a powerful new alliance in the data center space. Conversely, Lantheus Holdings is aggressively reducing its stake in Perspective Therapeutics, selling 2.7 million shares in three weeks as the stock price declined, a clear bearish signal. Saba Capital continues to accumulate Japan Smaller Capitalization Fund, adding $21.7 million in shares, pressing for strategic alternatives. A new activist position emerged at URSB Bancorp, where Lawrence Seidman built a 5.4% stake and is pushing for board representation. The remaining filings are largely passive institutional disclosures (13G) or routine SPAC adjustments, providing limited actionable signals. The overall theme is one of concentrated, high-conviction moves in small- to mid-cap names, with a notable absence of large-scale activist campaigns.

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Filing types in this digest: Schedule 13D · Schedule 13G

Tracking the trend? Catch up on the prior US Activist Hedge Fund Institutional SEC 13D 13G digest from September 16, 2026.

Investment Signals (10)

  • Lioness Ltd acquired 96.44% voting control for $500, a near-zero cost for control. This extreme structure suggests a potential reverse merger or asset injection. The seller (Chairman/CEO) remains in place, indicating a planned transition. [BULLISH for restructuring thesis]

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    CATL affiliates acquired a 38.1% stake for $659.5M, with founder Sheng Chen retaining 34.3% voting power via a consortium. This deep-pocketed strategic investor provides a strong balance sheet signal and potential for operational synergies in energy storage for data centers.

  • Lantheus Alpha Therapy sold 2.7M shares (reducing a significant stake) over 18 days, with the stock price declining from $3.15 to $2.90 during the selling period. This is a strong signal of waning strategic interest or a negative view on near-term prospects.

  • Saba Capital purchased 303,991 shares ($21.7M) at $12.24-$12.83, increasing its activist stake to 8.8%. Saba is explicitly pushing for strategic alternatives including buybacks, tenders, or a manager change. [BULLISH for shareholder value realization]

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    Lawrence Seidman built a 5.4% stake ($1.37M cost) and is engaging management to add a board member. This is a classic small-cap activist entry, targeting a potential undervaluation in a community bank.

  • Insider Jason Dorsett purchased 11,000 shares at $8.32, increasing his stake to 30.0%. This insider buying at a specific price point signals confidence in the company's turnaround or growth prospects.

  • Former CEO Serhii Kupriienko exercised options for 235,163 shares at $0.00001, maintaining a 28.7% stake. While the exercise price is nominal, the retention of a large stake by a former executive can be seen as a positive signal of continued commitment. [NEUTRAL/BULLISH]

  • Steel Partners purchased 52,780 shares at $2.04, increasing its 18.1% stake. This incremental buying at a low price point suggests value recognition by a sophisticated holder.

  • Cevian Capital formalized its influence with a Relationship Agreement, securing a board seat (Alexander Svensson, effective Oct 1). This de-escalates a potential proxy fight and signals a collaborative path to value creation. [NEUTRAL/BULLISH]

  • Millennium Management disclosed a 5.5% passive stake in this SPAC. While passive, a large hedge fund holding in a pre-deal SPAC can signal confidence in the sponsor's ability to find a high-quality target. [NEUTRAL/BULLISH]

Risk Flags (8)

  • Lantheus sold 2.7M shares in 18 days as the stock price fell 8%. This is a high-risk signal of a broken strategic partnership or deteriorating fundamentals. The selling is accelerating (1.4M shares on the last day).

  • A single entity holds 96.44% voting power for a $500 investment. Minority shareholders have zero influence. The risk of a dilutive or value-destructive transaction (e.g., a related-party deal) is extreme.

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    Intracoastal Capital holds a 9.1% stake but is blocked from exercising a warrant that would double its position. The existence of the warrant and the blocker suggests potential future dilution or a financing need.

  • The sponsor surrendered 750,000 shares due to the over-allotment option not being exercised. This indicates weak demand for the SPAC IPO, potentially signaling a lower-quality sponsor or challenging market conditions for SPACs.

  • The termination of the shareholders agreement between top holders (Mifalei Sdot-Yam and Tene) could lead to a destabilized shareholder base or a potential sale of a large block, creating overhang.

  • The voting consortium agreement between CATL and founder Sheng Chen creates a complex control structure. Any future disagreement could lead to governance paralysis or a costly breakup.

  • Perceptive Advisors' 5.3% stake is passive (13G). If the stock underperforms, a passive holder is more likely to sell without warning compared to an activist.

  • While Manchester Management's 6.9% stake is passive, the company has a small float. Any change in this holder's sentiment could cause significant price volatility.

Opportunities (8)

  • Saba Capital is actively pushing for strategic alternatives (buybacks, liquidation, manager change). With an 8.8% stake and a history of successful campaigns, this closed-end fund trading at a potential discount could see a significant NAV realization event.

  • CATL's $659.5M investment creates a powerful partnership. CATL's expertise in battery storage is a perfect fit for VNET's data center power needs. This could unlock significant cost savings and growth in the AI infrastructure buildout.

  • Lawrence Seidman's 5.4% stake and board representation push is a classic catalyst for a small bank. If he succeeds in adding a director or pushing for a sale, the stock could re-rate significantly.

  • Steel Partners is buying shares at $2.04, a low absolute price. With an 18.1% stake, they have strong incentive to unlock value. The company's distributed solar assets could be attractive to a larger player.

  • Insider Jason Dorsett's purchase at $8.32, increasing his stake to 30%, is a strong vote of confidence. The company's pivot to digital assets could be gaining traction.

  • Cevian Capital's board seat appointment (Oct 1) signals a shift to collaborative engagement. Cevian has a strong track record of improving margins and returns at European companies. Pearson could see operational improvements without a disruptive proxy fight.

  • Millennium Management's 5.5% stake provides a floor. As a SPAC trading near trust value, this is a low-risk arbitrage opportunity with upside if a high-quality deal is announced.

  • Hawk Ridge Capital's new 5.1% passive stake signals institutional interest in the digital infrastructure space. This could be a leading indicator for a sector rotation into data center REITs.

Sector Themes (5)

  • Data Center / Energy Convergence (HIGH CONVICTION)
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    The VNET-CATL deal is a landmark transaction, merging a data center operator with a battery giant. This theme of energy storage integration is critical for AI data center growth and will likely see more M&A.

  • Small-Cap Activism on the Rise (MEDIUM CONVICTION)
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    Three new or escalating activist positions (Saba Capital/JOF, Seidman/URSB, Steel Partners/SPRU) are all in small- to micro-cap companies. This suggests activists are finding more value in neglected corners of the market.

  • Passive vs. Active in Biotech (MEDIUM CONVICTION)
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    The contrast is stark: Lantheus (active) is aggressively selling Perspective Therapeutics, while Perceptive Advisors (passive) holds Nurix. This suggests a bifurcation where strategic holders are losing patience with some biotech names.

  • SPAC Market Remains Challenged (LOW CONVICTION)
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    The Pinnacle Acquisition Corp filing (underwriters not exercising over-allotment) and the passive 13G from Millennium in Haymaker highlight a still-difficult SPAC market. Sponsors are struggling, and only top-tier sponsors attract institutional interest.

  • Closed-End Fund Activism Intensifies (HIGH CONVICTION)
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    Saba Capital's continued accumulation in JOF is part of a broader trend of activists targeting closed-end funds for discounts and management changes. This is a repeatable pattern with high success rates.

Watch List (8)

  • Cheer Holding↓ (IMMEDIATE)
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    Watch for any 8-K filing announcing a business combination, asset acquisition, or change in control. The $500 control purchase is a precursor to a major corporate action.

  • Monitor for any strategic partnership announcements with CATL regarding battery storage for data centers. The closing of the deal on Sep 21 is a catalyst for future news. [NEXT 3-6 MONTHS]

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    Watch for any press release from Lantheus or Perspective explaining the stake reduction. Continued selling by Lantheus could put further pressure on the stock.

  • Monitor for Saba's next 13D filing or a press release detailing their specific demands. The next earnings call or board meeting could be a catalyst. [NEXT 1-3 MONTHS]

  • Watch for an 8-K announcing a new board member (Ray Vanaria) or a response from management to Seidman's engagement. This is a developing activist situation. [NEXT 1-3 MONTHS]

  • Alexander Svensson's appointment as a non-executive director on Oct 1 is a key date. Watch for any strategic or operational changes announced in the following quarters. [OCT 1, 2026]

  • The termination of the shareholders agreement could lead to a large block trade or a takeover approach. Monitor for any 13D amendments from the top holders. [NEXT 6-12 MONTHS]

  • Watch for a business combination announcement. The surrender of shares by the sponsor suggests they are motivated to get a deal done. [NEXT 6-12 MONTHS]

Filing Analyses (21)
Cheer Holding, Inc. SC 13D mixed materiality 9/10

23-09-2026

Lioness Ltd, a Hong Kong investment company controlled by Singapore citizen Lim Kien Leong, acquired all 500,000 Class B ordinary shares of Cheer Holding, Inc. from Chairman/CEO Bing Zhang for just US$500.00 in a private transaction on September 22, 2026. Although the purchase price is nominal, the Class B shares carry 100 votes each, giving Lioness and Mr. Lim approximately 96.44% of the company's total voting power, effectively securing voting control. The filing notes that the Seller, Bing Zhang, continues to serve as Chairman, CEO, and interim CFO, and no changes to the board or management are contemplated under the purchase agreement.

  • · The Class B shares are not convertible into Class A shares and may be redeemed by the issuer at par value at the option of the holder.
  • · The purchase price of US$500 was funded from Lioness Ltd's working capital; no borrowed funds were used.
  • · The transaction closed on September 16, 2026, with the shares transferred on September 22, 2026.
  • · The Reporting Persons have no current specific plans for changes to the board, management, or business strategy, but reserve the right to review and engage on such matters.
  • · Neither Lioness Ltd nor Mr. Lim has had any criminal convictions or relevant civil judgments in the past five years.
VNET Group, Inc. SC 13D/A neutral materiality 7/10

23-09-2026

On September 21, 2026, PJ Millennium Limited Partnership and affiliated purchasers completed the acquisition of all 650,424,192 Sale Shares in VNET Group, Inc., including 455,296,932 Seller A Shares, for an aggregate consideration of US$659,527,963. The purchasers now beneficially own 650,424,192 Class A Ordinary Shares, representing 38.1% of the outstanding Ordinary Shares, with voting rights subject to a Voting and Consortium Agreement. The transaction was funded through capital contributions and bank borrowings, and the voting term commenced on the closing date.

  • · The Seller A Shares Closing occurred on September 21, 2026, completing the acquisition of all 650,424,192 Sale Shares.
  • · The Voting and Consortium Agreement became effective on September 21, 2026, with the Voting Term commencing on that date.
  • · The Voting Term will expire on the second anniversary of the Seller A Shares Closing, subject to extension by mutual agreement.
  • · The purchasers are required to vote 50% of the Relevant Shares in accordance with written voting instructions from the Founder Parties during the Voting Term.
  • · The Issuer had 1,708,970,760 Ordinary Shares issued and outstanding as of June 30, 2026, including 1,678,189,037 Class A, 30,721,723 Class B, and 60,000 Class C Ordinary Shares.
  • · No Class D Ordinary Shares were issued and outstanding.
  • · The Reporting Persons do not beneficially own any other Ordinary Shares or have the right to acquire any Class A Ordinary Shares beyond those disclosed.
  • · No transactions in the Issuer's ordinary shares were effected by the Reporting Persons during the past 60 days, except as disclosed.
  • · The funds for the acquisition were provided by PJ Millennium Limited Partnership through capital contributions and bank borrowings.
Perspective Therapeutics, Inc. SC 13D/A negative materiality 8/10

23-09-2026

Lantheus Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiaries filed Amendment No. 3 to Schedule 13D, reporting beneficial ownership of 8,739,011 shares of Perspective Therapeutics, Inc. common stock, representing 7.7% of the outstanding shares as of September 22, 2026. Between September 4 and September 22, 2026, Lantheus Alpha Therapy sold a total of 2,701,502 shares on the open market at average prices ranging from $2.85 to $3.1472 per share, reducing its stake from a previously higher level. The filing reflects a significant reduction in Lantheus's position, indicating a potential shift in strategic alignment or portfolio rebalancing.

  • · The filing is Amendment No. 3 to Schedule 13D, originally filed on February 1, 2024.
  • · Lantheus Alpha sold shares on seven separate trading days in September 2026, with the largest single-day sale of 1,396,987 shares on September 22, 2026.
  • · The average sale price declined from $3.1472 on Sep 4 to $2.8976 on Sep 22, indicating a downward trend in the stock price during the selling period.
  • · The beneficial ownership percentage is based on 114,151,663 shares outstanding as of August 5, 2026.
  • · The shares were adjusted for a 1-for-10 reverse stock split effective June 14, 2024.
Swarmer, Inc SC 13D/A neutral materiality 6/10

23-09-2026

Serhii Kupriienko, former CEO and current board member of Swarmer, Inc (SWMR), filed a Schedule 13D/A disclosing beneficial ownership of 4,674,528 shares (28.7% of outstanding common stock) as of September 22, 2026. The filing details recent option exercises and forfeitures, including the acquisition of 235,163 shares on September 21, 2026, at an exercise price of $0.00001 per share. Kupriienko holds additional options that will vest within 60 days, but does not include 1,509,147 shares underlying options vesting beyond that period.

  • · Kupriienko is a citizen of Ukraine and his business address is c/o Swarmer, Inc, Austin, TX.
  • · The filing is an amendment (13D/A) to a prior Schedule 13D.
  • · Kupriienko has no criminal or securities law violations in the past five years.
  • · He may acquire or dispose of shares depending on market conditions and other factors.
  • · The percentage ownership is based on 16,004,739 shares outstanding as of August 31, 2026.
PEARSON PLC SC 13D/A neutral materiality 6/10

23-09-2026

Cevian Capital II GP Ltd, holding 19.4% of Pearson plc, entered into a Relationship Agreement with the company on September 22, 2026. The agreement secures board representation for Cevian through the appointment of Alexander Svensson as a non-executive director effective October 1, 2026, along with customary standstill, voting, and confidentiality provisions. No transactions in Pearson shares were made by Cevian in the past 60 days.

  • · The Relationship Agreement includes customary standstill, voting, and confidentiality provisions.
  • · Cevian has replacement rights for the Shareholder Director, subject to Nomination & Governance Committee approval.
  • · Cevian undertakes to vote in line with the Board's recommendation on ordinary course resolutions (e.g., accounts, dividends, auditor appointments, director elections).
  • · On remuneration report/policy resolutions, Cevian will vote in good faith and independently.
  • · No transactions in Pearson shares by Cevian in the past 60 days.
Nurix Therapeutics, Inc. SC 13G neutral materiality 3/10

23-09-2026

Perceptive Advisors LLC, Joseph Edelman, and Perceptive Life Sciences Master Fund, Ltd. filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on September 23, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 5,536,629 shares of Nurix Therapeutics, Inc. common stock, representing a 5.3% stake. The filing is a passive investment disclosure under Rule 13d-1(c), indicating the shares were not acquired to influence control of the issuer.

  • · The filing is a Schedule 13G (passive investment) under Rule 13d-1(c), not a 13D (activist filing).
  • · Neither Perceptive Advisors nor Joseph Edelman directly holds any shares; all 5,536,629 shares are held directly by Perceptive Life Sciences Master Fund, Ltd.
  • · The ownership percentage is based on 103,781,683 shares outstanding as of June 30, 2026, per the issuer's Form 10-Q filed July 9, 2026.
  • · The Reporting Persons certify that the securities were not acquired to change or influence control of the issuer.
Pinnacle Acquisition Corp SC 13D/A neutral materiality 5/10

23-09-2026

PAC Sponsor, LLC filed an amended Schedule 13D disclosing a 20.71% beneficial ownership stake in Pinnacle Acquisition Corp, a blank-check company, as of September 21, 2026. The sponsor surrendered 750,000 Class B ordinary shares for no consideration, which were cancelled by the issuer due to the underwriters not exercising their over-allotment option. This reduced the sponsor's ownership from a previously higher level, though the exact prior percentage was not disclosed in this filing.

  • · The 750,000 Class B shares were surrendered pursuant to the Founder Share Purchase Agreement because underwriters did not exercise their over-allotment option.
  • · The sponsor's ownership includes 225,000 Class A shares acquired via a Private Placement Units Purchase Agreement and 5,000,000 Class B shares convertible one-for-one into Class A shares at the initial business combination.
  • · Steven K. Hudson and AVR Capital Holdings, LLC, as co-managing members, control the sponsor's voting and investment discretion, but both disclaim beneficial ownership except for pecuniary interest.
  • · No transactions in the issuer's ordinary shares were effected by the reporting person during the 60 days preceding the report, other than the share surrender described.
Pinnacle Acquisition Corp SC 13D/A neutral materiality 5/10

23-09-2026

Pinnacle Acquisition Corp filed an amended Schedule 13D disclosing that AVR Capital Holdings, LLC and Andrew Rechtschaffen each beneficially own 6,225,000 ordinary shares, representing 24.68% of the company's outstanding shares as of September 21, 2026. The filing also reports that 750,000 Class B ordinary shares were surrendered and cancelled by the Sponsor on September 21, 2026, due to the underwriters not exercising their over-allotment option. This amendment updates the prior Schedule 13D filed on August 17, 2026, and reflects a reduction in the Sponsor's holdings.

  • · The 6,225,000 shares include 225,000 Class A ordinary shares and 5,000,000 Class B ordinary shares, with Class B shares convertible into Class A on a one-for-one basis at the time of the initial business combination.
  • · The 225,000 Class A shares are part of units acquired under a Private Placement Units Purchase Agreement with the Sponsor.
  • · The 5,000,000 Class B shares are founder shares subject to the Founder Share Purchase Agreement.
  • · The reporting persons have sole voting/dispositive power over 1,000,000 shares and shared power over 5,225,000 shares.
  • · No transactions were effected by the reporting persons during the 60 days preceding the filing, except for the surrender and cancellation of the 750,000 Class B shares.
  • · The cancellation of 750,000 Class B shares reduces the total outstanding shares from 26,000,000 to 25,225,000.
Pinnacle Acquisition Corp SC 13D/A neutral materiality 3/10

23-09-2026

Steven K. Hudson, Chairman and CEO of Pinnacle Acquisition Corp, filed an amended Schedule 13D disclosing beneficial ownership of 6,475,000 ordinary shares (25.67% of the company) as of September 21, 2026. The amendment reflects the cancellation of 750,000 Class B ordinary shares surrendered by the Sponsor for no consideration due to the underwriters not exercising their over-allotment option. No transactions were effected by the Reporting Person during the 60 days preceding the filing.

  • · The 750,000 Class B shares were surrendered for no consideration and cancelled pursuant to the Founder Share Purchase Agreement because the underwriters did not exercise their over-allotment option.
  • · Hudson's ownership includes 225,000 Class A shares held in private placement units and 5,000,000 Class B shares convertible into Class A on a one-for-one basis.
  • · Hudson shares voting and investment discretion over the Sponsor's securities with AVR Capital Holdings, LLC, an affiliate of director Andrew Rechtschaffen.
  • · Hudson disclaims beneficial ownership of the reported shares except to the extent of any pecuniary interest.
  • · No transactions were effected by the Reporting Person during the 60 days preceding the filing date.
SCWorx Corp. SC 13G neutral materiality 4/10

23-09-2026

Intracoastal Capital LLC, along with Mitchell P. Kopin and Daniel B. Asher, filed a Schedule 13G disclosing beneficial ownership of 50,000 shares of SCWorx Corp. common stock, representing approximately 9.1% of the 550,000 shares outstanding as of September 23, 2026. The filing notes an additional 50,000 shares issuable upon exercise of a warrant, but a blocker provision prevents exercise beyond 4.99% beneficial ownership. The reporting persons certify the securities were not acquired to change or influence control of the issuer.

  • · The filing is made under Rule 13d-1(c), indicating a passive investment intent.
  • · The warrant blocker provision prevents the holder from exercising the warrant if it would result in beneficial ownership exceeding 4.99% of common stock.
  • · Without the blocker, the reporting persons would be deemed to beneficially own 100,000 shares.
  • · The issuer's common stock has a par value of $0.001 per share.
  • · SCWorx Corp. was formerly known as Alliance MMA, Inc. (name changed in 2016).
SPRUCE POWER HOLDING CORP SC 13D/A neutral materiality 6/10

23-09-2026

Steel Partners Holdings L.P. and its affiliates filed an amended Schedule 13D disclosing ownership of 3,482,160 shares of Spruce Power Holding Corp (SPRU), representing 18.1% of outstanding shares as of September 23, 2026. On September 21, 2026, SP Strategic Holdings LLC purchased an additional 52,780 shares from Ja-Chin Audrey Lee at $2.04 per share for total consideration of $107,671. Jack L. Howard separately owns 50,000 shares (less than 1%).

  • · The filing is an amendment to Schedule 13D (Amendment No. 6) filed on September 23, 2026.
  • · The purchase price per share for the 52,780 shares acquired on September 21, 2026 was $2.04.
  • · No other transactions in the shares were reported since the filing of Amendment No. 5.
  • · The reporting persons include multiple entities under Steel Partners, all deemed to beneficially own the same 3,482,160 shares.
Alpha Cognition Inc. SC 13G neutral materiality 3/10

23-09-2026

Manchester Management Company, LLC and related entities disclosed a 6.9% beneficial ownership stake in Alpha Cognition Inc. (ACOG) as of July 14, 2026, with James E. Besser individually holding 7.4% and Morgan C. Frank 6.3%. The filing is a routine Schedule 13G under Rule 13d-1(c), indicating passive investment intent, and does not signal any change in control or active engagement.

  • · The filing is made under Rule 13d-1(c), indicating passive investment intent.
  • · All securities are directly owned by advisory clients of Manchester Management PR, LLC.
  • · James E. Besser holds 115,000 shares directly; Morgan C. Frank holds 45,000 shares directly.
  • · The reporting persons disclaim beneficial ownership except for pecuniary interest.
  • · The filing date is September 23, 2026, with ownership as of July 14, 2026.
Haymaker Acquisition Corp V SC 13G neutral materiality 5/10

23-09-2026

Millennium Management LLC, along with Millennium Group Management LLC and Israel A. Englander, filed a Schedule 13G on September 23, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 1,586,500 Class A Ordinary Shares of Haymaker Acquisition Corp V, representing 5.5% of the outstanding shares. The filing indicates a passive investment intent under Rule 13d-1(c), with no purpose or effect of changing or influencing control of the issuer.

  • · The filing is a Schedule 13G (passive investment), not a 13D (activist).
  • · The securities are held by entities subject to voting control and investment discretion of Millennium Management LLC and/or other investment managers controlled by Millennium Group Management LLC and Israel A. Englander.
  • · The reporting persons disclaim beneficial ownership except to the extent of their pecuniary interest.
  • · A Joint Filing Agreement was executed on September 22, 2026, among the three reporting persons.
JAPAN SMALLER CAPITALIZATION FUND INC SC 13D/A neutral materiality 7/10

23-09-2026

Saba Capital Management, L.P. and related parties filed a Schedule 13D/A with the SEC on September 23, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 2,494,542 common shares (8.8%) of Japan Smaller Capitalization Fund Inc (JOF). The filing indicates the group believes the shares are undervalued and may engage with management on strategic alternatives including board appointments, governance changes, share buybacks, tenders, liquidations, or a potential change in investment manager. Between August 31 and September 21, 2026, Saba Capital purchased an additional 303,991 shares at prices ranging from $12.24 to $12.83 per share, totaling approximately $21.7 million in acquisition cost.

  • · All trades were executed in the open market; no agreements with third parties to act together were disclosed.
  • · The Reporting Persons have not been convicted in any criminal proceeding or been party to a civil securities law proceeding in the last five years.
  • · Margin account borrowings were used for some purchases; shares in margin accounts are pledged as collateral.
  • · Saba Capital may propose changes to the open or closed end nature of the fund or the timing of any potential liquidation.
VNET Group, Inc. SC 13D/A neutral materiality 8/10

23-09-2026

Sheng Chen, founder and chairman of VNET Group, filed a Schedule 13D/A disclosing that on September 21, 2026, affiliates of Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) closed the purchase of 650,424,192 Class A ordinary shares from two sellers. Concurrently, Chen entered into a voting and consortium agreement with the CATL affiliates, giving him shared voting power over 325,212,096 of those shares (the Subject Shares). As a result, Chen now beneficially owns or controls 423,652,371 ordinary shares, representing 24.8% of total outstanding shares and 34.3% of total voting power. While this significantly bolsters Chen's influence, the filing does not disclose any financial terms of the transaction or any changes to VNET's operational performance.

  • · The Transaction closed on September 21, 2026.
  • · The Share Purchase Agreement was entered into on May 13, 2026.
  • · The Voting and Consortium Agreement became effective immediately upon closing.
  • · Chen's entities hold a mix of Class A, Class B, and Class C shares with different voting rights (Class A: 1 vote, Class B: 10 votes, Class C: 1 vote, Class D: 500 votes).
  • · No financial consideration for the share purchase or voting agreement is disclosed.
  • · The filing does not include any operational or financial performance data for VNET.
Connetic Venture Capital Access Fund SC 13G neutral materiality 5/10

23-09-2026

HORAN Wealth, LLC filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on September 23, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 488,684.268 Class I shares of Connetic Venture Capital Access Fund (ticker VCAFX), representing an 11.49% stake valued at approximately $5,013,900. The filing indicates passive investment intent under Rule 13d-1(b), with no intention to change or influence control of the issuer.

  • · Filing made under Rule 13d-1(b), indicating passive investment intent
  • · HORAN Wealth, LLC is an investment adviser (IA) based in Cincinnati, OH
  • · No sole or shared voting power reported (0 shares)
  • · Sole dispositive power over 488,684.268 shares, no shared dispositive power
  • · Issuer is a Delaware corporation with fiscal year ending December 31
  • · Former name of issuer: Connetic Ventures Fund (changed October 4, 2023)
URSB Bancorp, Inc. SC 13D neutral materiality 7/10

23-09-2026

Lawrence B. Seidman and affiliated entities filed a Schedule 13D with the SEC on September 23, 2026, disclosing aggregate beneficial ownership of 126,045 shares (approximately 5.40%) of URSB Bancorp, Inc. The group, which includes Seidman & Associates, Seidman Investment Partnership LP, and others, purchased shares in the open market at an aggregate cost of approximately $1,373,442.34, believing the shares were undervalued. Seidman has engaged with management, including discussions about adding Ray Vanaria to the board, and expressed confidence in the company's efforts to maximize shareholder value, while reserving the right to adjust his position based on market conditions.

  • · The Reporting Persons formed a group under Rule 13d-5 of the Exchange Act.
  • · Seidman individually does not own shares directly but is deemed beneficial owner of all 126,045 shares through his control of the entities.
  • · The Reporting Persons purchased shares in the open market over the past sixty days, with transactions detailed in Exhibit 2.
  • · Seidman had an in-person meeting and phone conversations with URSB management, including discussion of adding Ray Vanaria to the board.
  • · The Reporting Persons may increase or decrease their position, engage in short selling, hedging, or make proposals regarding capitalization or ownership structure.
  • · No Reporting Person has been convicted in a criminal proceeding or subject to securities-related civil judgments in the last five years.
  • · The filing includes a Joint Filing Agreement dated September 23, 2026.
Cardiol Therapeutics Inc. SC 13G/A neutral materiality 5/10

23-09-2026

Tejara Capital Ltd filed a Schedule 13G/A with the SEC on September 23, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 6,382,551 Class A Common Shares of Cardiol Therapeutics Inc., representing 5.3% of the outstanding shares. The filing indicates that Tejara Capital Ltd, a UK-based fund manager authorized by the FCA, holds these shares in the ordinary course of business and not with the intent to influence control of the issuer.

  • · Tejara Capital Ltd is authorized by the FCA in the UK as a fund manager.
  • · The fund managed by Tejara Capital Ltd that holds the shares is Trefoil Select Funds SPC-Stylus SP, registered in the Cayman Islands.
  • · The filing is an amendment (Schedule 13G/A) filed under Rule 13d-1(b).
  • · Tejara Capital Ltd disclaims any purpose or effect of changing or influencing control of Cardiol Therapeutics Inc.
ARRAY DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE, INC. SC 13G neutral materiality 5/10

23-09-2026

Hawk Ridge Capital Management LP and related entities filed a Schedule 13G disclosing beneficial ownership of 2,728,548 common shares of Array Digital Infrastructure, Inc., representing a 5.1% stake as of September 16, 2026. The filing is a passive investment disclosure under Rule 13d-1(c), with the filers certifying the shares were not acquired to change or influence control of the issuer.

  • · The filing is a Schedule 13G (passive investment), not a 13D (activist intent).
  • · All reported securities are directly owned by Hawk Ridge Master Fund LP.
  • · Hawk Ridge entities and David Brown disclaim beneficial ownership except for pecuniary interest.
  • · The filing date is September 23, 2026, with the ownership date as of September 16, 2026.
  • · The issuer was formerly known as United States Cellular Corp (name changed July 3, 1992).
RYVYL Inc. SC 13D/A neutral materiality 6/10

23-09-2026

Jason Christopher Dorsett filed a Schedule 13D/A disclosing that as of September 21, 2026, he beneficially owns 4,204,028 shares of RTB Digital, Inc. (formerly RYVYL Inc.), representing approximately 30.0% of the outstanding common stock. On that date, he purchased 11,000 shares at $8.32 per share using $91,520 of personal funds, increasing his stake. The filing indicates sole voting and dispositive power over all shares, with no new contracts or arrangements entered into.

  • · Purchase price per share: $8.32
  • · Sole voting power: 4,204,028 shares
  • · Sole dispositive power: 4,204,028 shares
  • · No shared voting or dispositive power
  • · No new contracts, arrangements, understandings, or relationships entered into in connection with the transaction
  • · Reporting person has not been convicted in any criminal proceeding or subject to securities law judgments in the past five years
Caesarstone Ltd. SC 13D/A neutral materiality 5/10

23-09-2026

Mifalei Sdot-Yam Agricultural Cooperative Society Ltd. filed Amendment No. 5 to its Schedule 13D, disclosing beneficial ownership of 10,440,000 ordinary shares of Caesarstone Ltd., representing approximately 30.19% of the company's outstanding shares as of September 23, 2026. The filing also reports the termination of the Shareholders Agreement dated September 18, 2023, among Mifalei Sdot-Yam and Tene entities, effective September 1, 2026. The reporting person retains sole voting and dispositive power over its shares.

  • · The Shareholders Agreement dated September 18, 2023, terminated on September 1, 2026.
  • · The filing amends and restates Items 4, 5, and 6 of the Schedule 13D.
  • · The ownership calculation is based on 34,577,075 ordinary shares outstanding as of February 27, 2026, per Caesarstone's Form 20-F filed on March 4, 2026.
  • · Mifalei Sdot-Yam has sole voting and dispositive power over its 10,440,000 shares.

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