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US Merger & Acquisition SEC Filings — August 10, 2026

USA M&A & Takeover Activity

By Gunpowder Editorial ·

11 high priority 11 total filings analysed

Executive Summary

The August 10, 2026 M&A filing batch reveals a bifurcated SPAC market: while new IPOs (Pinnacle, East West Ave) continue to raise capital at $10/unit, the high-profile Yorkville-Crypto.com-TMTG deal collapsed, signaling waning SPAC appetite for complex transactions.

Strategic acquisitions dominate, led by Amneal's transformative Kashiv BioSciences deal (biosimilars), Onto Innovation's $720M minority stake in Rigaku (semiconductor X-ray), and Ondas' Cyberhawk acquisition (drone inspection). Notable trends include a shift toward minority stakes and asset purchases with earn-outs (Byrna), reflecting disciplined capital deployment. Insider activity is limited, but sponsor ownership in East West Ave (15.12%) signals alignment. Forward-looking catalysts include Amneal's biosimilar launch cadence and Pinnacle's target search. Risks center on dilution (Ondas), deal termination fallout (Yorkville), and SPAC execution uncertainty (Dune, Quetta).

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Filing types in this digest: 8-K · Schedule 13D

Tracking the trend? Catch up on the prior US Merger & Acquisition SEC Filings digest from August 03, 2026.

Investment Signals (10)

  • Completed Kashiv BioSciences acquisition, creating a fully integrated biosimilars leader; positioned for $300B global biologics loss-of-exclusivity opportunity over the next decade, with multiple biosimilar launches expected annually through the 2030s

  • Acquired 27% minority stake in Rigaku for ~$720M, deepening X-ray process control collaboration; fair value option accounting allows potential upside from Rigaku's valuation changes without consolidation

  • Priced $200M IPO (20M units at $10), with 45-day over-allotment option for 3M additional units; strong SPAC fundraising despite market volatility

  • Completed $100M IPO plus $2.725M private placement; $100.5M in trust, providing ample dry powder for a future business combination

  • East West Ave Sponsor (BULLISH)

    Sponsor A holds 15.12% of outstanding shares with low cost basis ($0.0087/share after dividend), indicating strong alignment with public shareholders

  • Acquired Hero Defense Systems for $625K cash, 104K shares, and a 3.5% royalty (capped at $5M); low upfront cost with potential for high ROI if Hero products gain traction

  • Acquired Cyberhawk, expanding into AI-powered drone inspection; but issued inducement equity to 47 new employees, causing dilution—net impact mixed

  • Termination of Crypto.com-TMTG merger removes overhang but leaves SPAC without a target; shares may trade down to trust value

  • Procedural 8-K with no deal details; SPAC business combination uncertainty remains

  • Filed Item 8.01 8-K indicating material event but no specifics; potential for positive re-rating if deal details are accretive

Risk Flags (9)

  • Business Combination Agreement with Crypto.com and TMTG terminated effective August 7, 2026; no termination fee, leaving SPAC with no target and potential liquidation risk

  • Ondas Holdings [HIGH RISK]

    Issued 1.6M+ RSUs and stock options to 47 new employees, causing significant shareholder dilution; vesting schedules extend to 2027, adding overhang

  • 8-K references amendments to articles and shareholder votes but no deal terms; lack of transparency on business combination progress

  • Material non-specified event with no deal structure or financial terms disclosed; uncertainty could lead to volatility

  • Byrna Technologies [MEDIUM RISK]

    Acquisition consideration includes 3.5% royalty on net sales with $250K minimum and $5M cap; if Hero products underperform, royalty payments could strain cash flow

  • Onto Innovation [MEDIUM RISK]

    $720M investment in Rigaku is subject to fair value option accounting, which could introduce earnings volatility; forward-looking statements caution on realizing anticipated benefits

  • No target identified yet; IPO proceeds may sit idle, and there is no guarantee a business combination will be completed

  • Sponsor holds 15.12% with low cost basis, but no current plans for extraordinary transactions; potential for sponsor-led deals that may not align with public shareholders

  • Integration of Kashiv BioSciences may face execution risks; biosimilar competition from larger players could pressure margins

Opportunities (8)

  • Biosimilar launches expected to drive growth through the 2030s; watch for FDA approvals and launch cadence as catalysts

  • Onto Innovation (OPPORTUNITY)

    Rigaku partnership could enhance X-ray process control solutions for semiconductors; monitor for technology milestones and revenue contribution

  • Fresh SPAC with $200M in trust; potential for high-quality target announcement, especially in growth sectors

  • $100.5M trust with sponsor alignment; potential for accretive business combination, watch for target announcement

  • Byrna Technologies (OPPORTUNITY)

    Hero Defense acquisition at low cost with royalty upside; if Hero products gain market share, royalty cap of $5M could be reached quickly

  • Ondas Holdings (OPPORTUNITY)

    Cyberhawk acquisition positions company in high-growth drone inspection market; despite dilution, revenue synergies could drive long-term value

  • Material event pending; if deal details reveal accretive terms, shares could re-rate positively

  • SPAC structure offers trust redemption rights, providing downside protection; potential for business combination announcement

Sector Themes (6)

  • SPAC Market Divergence

    2 new SPAC IPOs (Pinnacle, East West Ave) raised $300M combined, but Yorkville's high-profile deal termination signals investor fatigue with complex SPAC mergers; expect more terminations and increased scrutiny on target quality

  • Strategic Acquisitions in High-Growth Niches

    Amneal (biosimilars), Onto (semiconductor X-ray), and Ondas (drone inspection) all targeted high-growth, technology-driven niches, reflecting a shift toward specialized capabilities over scale

  • Minority Stakes and Asset Deals

    Onto's 27% minority stake and Byrna's asset purchase with earn-out structure indicate a preference for lower-risk, flexible deal structures over full acquisitions

  • Dilution Concerns in M&A

    Ondas' inducement equity awards highlight the dilution risk in acquisitions of talent-heavy companies; investors should scrutinize share issuance in deal terms

  • Forward-Looking Catalysts

    Amneal's biosimilar launch cadence and Pinnacle's target search are key forward-looking events; monitor for announcements that could drive re-rating

  • Insider Alignment in SPACs

    East West Ave sponsor's 15.12% stake with low cost basis suggests strong alignment; however, lack of insider buying in other SPACs (Dune, Quetta) may indicate caution

Watch List (8)

Filing Analyses (11)
Dune Acquisition Corp II 8-K neutral materiality 1/10

10-08-2026

Dune Acquisition Corp II filed an 8-K on August 10, 2026, reporting amendments to its articles of incorporation (Item 5.03), shareholder votes on unspecified matters (Item 5.07), and other events (Item 8.01). The filing does not disclose any specific merger or acquisition details, deal size, parties involved, or financial metrics. The filing is purely procedural with no quantitative data on transaction value, share counts, or financial performance, making it impossible to assess strategic rationale, valuation, or shareholder impact.

  • · The filing is an 8-K with no disclosed merger or acquisition details.
  • · No financial metrics, transaction value, or share counts are provided.
  • · The filing references amendments to articles of incorporation and shareholder votes, typical of SPAC business combination processes.
  • · No specific dates, parties, or deal terms are mentioned beyond the filing date of August 10, 2026.
Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 8-K positive materiality 9/10

10-08-2026

Amneal Pharmaceuticals has completed its acquisition of Kashiv BioSciences, creating a fully integrated global biosimilars leader with end-to-end R&D, manufacturing, and commercialization capabilities. The strategic deal positions Amneal to capitalize on a projected $300 billion global biologics loss-of-exclusivity opportunity over the next decade, establishing biosimilars as a major long-term growth pillar. The combined portfolio is expected to support a consistent cadence of multiple biosimilar launches each year, extending Amneal's growth profile through the 2030s.

  • · Amneal has a portfolio of approximately 300 complex generic, specialty and biosimilar medicines
  • · The company delivers more than 160 million prescriptions annually, primarily in the United States
  • · Amneal's segments include Affordable Medicines (retail generics, injectables, biosimilars), Specialty (neurology, endocrinology), and AvKARE (distribution to federal, retail, and institutional customers)
  • · Integration planning is underway focusing on combining development and manufacturing capabilities and advancing the biosimilar pipeline
Byrna Technologies Inc. 8-K neutral materiality 6/10

10-08-2026

Byrna Technologies Inc. completed the acquisition of substantially all assets of Hero Defense Systems, LLC for aggregate consideration including $625,000 in cash (with $125,000 held in escrow for up to 18 months), 104,000 shares of Byrna common stock, assumption of certain liabilities, and a 3.5% royalty on net sales of Hero products (subject to a $250,000 minimum and $5,000,000 cap, terminating at the earlier of the fifth anniversary or reaching the cap). The acquisition expands Byrna's less-lethal product portfolio. No financial statements or pro forma information were provided, and no material relationship exists between the parties beyond the transaction agreements.

  • · The acquisition closed on August 6, 2026.
  • · The Stock Consideration of 104,000 shares was issued as restricted securities under Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act, with a six-month lock-up.
  • · No underwriters were involved and no underwriting discounts or commissions were paid.
  • · The Purchase Agreement was previously filed as Exhibit 2.1 to Byrna's 8-K on July 8, 2026.
  • · No financial statements or pro forma financial information were provided with this filing.
ONTO INNOVATION INC. 8-K positive materiality 8/10

10-08-2026

Onto Innovation Inc. completed its acquisition of a 27% minority equity stake in Rigaku Holdings Corporation for ¥113,078,356,600 billion (approximately US$720 million), deepening a strategic collaboration first announced in April 2026 to advance X-ray-based process control solutions for semiconductor manufacturing. The investment will be accounted for under the fair value option method, and Onto will nominate a director to Rigaku's board. The company cautions that forward-looking statements involve risks, including the ability to realize anticipated benefits from the partnership.

  • · The investment was first announced in April 2026.
  • · Onto Innovation will account for the investment under the fair value option method and will not consolidate Rigaku's financial results.
  • · Onto Innovation will nominate a director to serve on Rigaku's board.
  • · Forward-looking statements involve risks including ability to realize anticipated benefits of the investment and strategic partnership.
UY Scuti Acquisition Corp. 8-K neutral materiality 1/10

10-08-2026

The filing is an 8-K under Item 5.02 regarding the departure of directors or certain officers and compensatory arrangements. It does not disclose any merger or acquisition transaction, deal structure, strategic rationale, valuation, or regulatory approval pathway. No financial metrics, transaction values, or shareholder impact details are provided. The filing is purely informational about officer changes, with no quantitative data on deal size, premiums, or synergies.

Quetta Acquisition Corp 8-K neutral materiality 2/10

10-08-2026

Quetta Acquisition Corp filed an Item 8.01 Other Events 8-K on August 10, 2026, indicating a material, non-specified corporate event. The filing size (252 KB) and event classification suggest a significant transaction, but no specific details about the merger, acquisition, or deal structure have been disclosed. Without explicit deal terms, valuation, or parties involved, the available information is limited to the filing event itself.

Pinnacle Acquisition Corp 8-K neutral materiality 8/10

10-08-2026

Pinnacle Acquisition Corporation, a blank-check company, priced its $200 million initial public offering of 20,000,000 units at $10.00 per unit, with units trading on the NYSE under the symbol "PNAQ.U" starting August 7, 2026. The offering is expected to close on August 10, 2026, and the company intends to use the proceeds to pursue a merger or business combination, focusing on growth businesses. However, the company has not yet identified a target, and there is no guarantee the offering will close or that a business combination will be completed.

  • · The company is a blank-check company incorporated in the Cayman Islands.
  • · The company intends to focus on businesses with growth platforms, strong management teams, and opportunities for accretive acquisitions or capital structure optimization.
  • · The underwriters have a 45-day option to purchase up to an additional 3,000,000 units to cover over-allotments.
  • · The registration statement became effective on August 6, 2026.
  • · The company has not yet identified any specific business combination target.
East West Ave Acquisition Corp. 8-K positive materiality 70/10

10-08-2026

East West Ave Acquisition Corporation completed its IPO of 10,000,000 units at $10.00 per unit, generating gross proceeds of $100,000,000. Concurrently, it sold 272,500 private units to sponsors at $10.00 per unit, raising an additional $2,725,000. A total of $100,500,000 from the offerings was placed in a trust account for public shareholders and underwriters.

  • · IPO closed on August 3, 2026
  • · 10,000,000 units sold at $10.00 per unit in IPO
  • · 272,500 private units sold at $10.00 per unit to sponsors
  • · Total trust account balance: $100,500,000
  • · Trustee: Equiniti Trust Company, LLC
East West Ave Acquisition Corp. SC 13D neutral materiality 5/10

10-08-2026

East West Avenue LLC (Sponsor A) filed a Schedule 13D disclosing beneficial ownership of 1,942,500 shares of East West Ave Acquisition Corp., representing approximately 15.12% of the outstanding common stock as of August 3, 2026. The filing details the acquisition history, including founder shares purchased for $5,000 in November 2025, a subsequent dividend of 2,855,000 founder shares for $20,000, and the acquisition of 192,500 private placement units at the IPO. The reporting person states no current plans for extraordinary corporate transactions or changes to the board, but reserves the right to formulate future plans.

  • · Sponsor A's per-share cost for founder shares was approximately $0.25 initially, reduced to $0.0087 after the dividend.
  • · Sponsor A transferred 190,000 founder shares to certain directors and officers on July 30, 2026.
  • · Sponsor B (NFR Capital Limited) acquired 560,000 founder shares from Sponsor A on July 13, 2026 for $4,872.
  • · The filing includes exhibits for securities subscription and transfer agreements.
  • · No transactions in the shares were effected by the reporting persons during the past 60 days other than the dispositions reported.
Yorkville Acquisition Corp. 8-K negative materiality 9/10

10-08-2026

Yorkville Acquisition Corp. (SPAC), Crypto.com, and Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. (TMTG) have mutually terminated their Business Combination Agreement (BCA) dated August 25, 2025, effective August 7, 2026. All parties have released each other from any claims related to the BCA and the contemplated transactions, and no termination fee is payable. The termination marks the end of the proposed three-way merger involving the SPAC, the crypto exchange, and the media company.

  • · The BCA was originally dated August 25, 2025, and amended on October 31, 2025.
  • · The termination is effective immediately as of August 7, 2026.
  • · Sections 7.15, 10.1, and Article XI of the BCA survive the termination.
  • · All ancillary documents (Contribution Agreements, License Agreements, Backstop Agreement, Sponsor Support Agreement, Voting Agreement) are automatically terminated.
  • · The parties have agreed to a non-disparagement clause.
  • · No termination fee is payable by any party.
Ondas Holdings Inc. 8-K mixed materiality 8/10

10-08-2026

Ondas Holdings Inc. completed its acquisition of Cyberhawk, a global leader in AI-powered drone inspection and asset intelligence for critical infrastructure. The deal expands Ondas' capabilities in high-value industrial inspection markets, which are growing rapidly due to technology and regulatory advancements. However, the company issued inducement equity awards (RSUs and stock options) to 47 new employees, which will result in shareholder dilution.

  • · The acquisition closed on August 10, 2026.
  • · Inducement RSUs vest over various schedules: 1,097,687 shares vest semi-annually over two years; 460,000 shares vest one-third on August 10, 2027 then quarterly; 43,906 shares vest on closing date.
  • · Stock options vest one-third on August 10, 2027 then in 24 equal monthly installments.
  • · Ondas is a dual-purpose company serving defense, security, and critical infrastructure markets.

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