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Yeah the RS is always a problem. I’m hoping they get the price over ten cents and stay there talking that out of the equation to stay OTCQX
There's a lot to consider for sure Scott
The purchase of Biolase equipment under Chapter 11 bankruptcy would be a strategic move for Sonendo Inc. By acquiring Biolase's assets, Sonendo would expand its portfolio in the dental laser market, complementing its flagship GentleWave System ¹. This acquisition would enable Sonendo to:
- *Broaden Product Offerings*: Integrate Biolase's technology and products, enhancing Sonendo's position in the dental industry .
- *Eliminate Competition*: Remove a competitor from the market, reducing competition and potentially increasing market share.
- *Enhance R&D Capabilities*: Leverage Biolase's research and development expertise to improve existing products and develop new ones .
- *Increase Revenue Streams*: Tap into Biolase's customer base and distribution networks, potentially boosting revenue .
The acquisition agreement, valued at $14 million, would also include the assumption of certain liabilities. This strategic move would solidify Sonendo's position as a leader in the dental technology market.
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The liabilities assumed by Sonendo Inc. in the acquisition of Biolase equipment under Chapter 11 bankruptcy could include:
1. Debt obligations: Outstanding loans, credit lines, or other financial obligations.
2. Contractual commitments: Existing contracts with suppliers, distributors, or customers.
3. Warranty and support obligations: Responsibility for maintaining and supporting Biolase products.
4. Intellectual property disputes: Potential patent or trademark infringement claims.
5. Employee-related expenses: Severance packages, benefits, or pension obligations.
6. Litigation and claims: Outstanding lawsuits or settlements.
7. Regulatory compliance: Ensuring Biolase products meet regulatory standards.
Specific details on the liabilities assumed by Sonendo Inc. would be outlined in the acquisition agreement and filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
We still don't know if having digested all they wanted from Biolase if Bjorn wants to RS either so it's a really mixed mag tentatively.
Rich, what do you think is CEO’S plan with BIOLASE? He bought the other laser company pepstek and shelved it. It’s hard to believe that he does that with BIOLASE seeing they have other applications other than root canal. He said he wanted to get into cavity treatment and preventative also.
Hard to imagine he passes on the $50 million in revenue biol brings
Looks like the sale of the software division for $15 million will pay for this purchase of assets from BIOLASE
Sure, I would say that’s a very possible. I think yahoo has a target of $.25 right now.
So we’re looking at .2 high
I sold at .25 earlier in yr and bought back at low .03
I’ll hold and see what happens
I think this could get to 15 $.20 and stay there very easily based on revenue and market cap and potential deal with BIOL
they do $50 million a year.
BIOLASE laser does dermatology work too.
They do alot more than SONX. It will be a good blend
https://www.biolase.com/
Our portfolio includes some of the most renowned dental laser products in the industry, and we are eager to partner with Sonendo, leveraging their extensive expertise in the dental sector to continue advancing our mission
https://www.dentistryiq.com/dentistry/research-and-news/article/55193337/biolase-files-for-bankruptcy-under-chapter-11-proceedings-sonendo-set-to-acquire-assets
Key person…. Carolyn Beaver ;)
Not yet, still just an agreement I think
Not final
Yes but maybe we go higher from here now that we own biolase
Oh my! I missed that! I always liked this below $.05. When BBC are they going to reverse split back to the Nasdaq or whatever exchange? Thanks
Yeah true but up from 2.5 cents lol
Been a while since here. I see we are finally inside of 5 cents as i unfortunately estimated
Zacks has a buy rating
https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/SONX
Under the agreement, Sonendo will acquire substantially all of the assets of BIOLASE through a Court-supervised auction process, subject to Bankruptcy Court approval and certain other conditions, for (a) $14.0 million in cash paid at closing, subject to a working capital adjustment; plus (b) assumption of certain Assumed Liabilities (as defined in the Asset Purchase Agreement); plus (c) the Delaware Litigation Settlement Value (as defined in the Asset Purchase Agreement). This bid will serve as a starting point for the Company's sale process, which may include other bidders. Sonendo is a leading dental technology company.
BIOLASE CEO John Beaver commented, "After carefully considering a range of alternatives, we are confident that pursuing Chapter 11 provides the most viable long-term path for BIOLASE to address its liquidity challenges. Our portfolio includes some of the most renowned dental laser products in the industry, and we are eager to partner with Sonendo, leveraging their extensive expertise in the dental sector to continue advancing our mission. We deeply appreciate the ongoing support from our customers and suppliers throughout this process, and we also want to recognize the dedication of our talented employees."
It’s been unbelievable how they have been able to hold this down
#Dental laser company Biolase and its subsidiaries voluntarily filed on October 1 for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware and plans to sell its assets for $14 million to competitor Sonendo... https://t.co/NddSr5Hn0x
— DrBicuspid (@drbicuspid) October 2, 2024
$14m over time they said and biolase made fat revenue in 2023, so we are the only ones selling this system now. 5 cents lol more like $5:)
And just certain assets would be purchased while they pursue bankruptcy
I think it’s not a done deal. Just an agreement in place
So we bought biolase?
On September 30, 2024, Sonendo, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement (the “Asset Purchase Agreement”) with Biolase, Inc., a Delaware corporation (“Biolase”), BL Acquisition Corp., a Delaware corporation (“BL Acquisition”), BL Acquisition II, Inc., a Delaware corporation (“BL Acquisition II”), and Model Dental Office, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“MDO” and together with Biolase, BL Acquisition and BL Acquisition II, each a “Seller” and collectively, the “Sellers”), pursuant to which, subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Asset Purchase Agreement, the Company agreed to acquire certain assets of the Sellers and their subsidiaries on an as-is, where-is basis, including specified inventory, intellectual property and intellectual property rights, products, contracts, equipment and other personal property, records, and intangibles related to the business of developing, manufacturing, marketing and selling dental laser systems, all tissue lasers, soft tissue lasers and other medical devices, as conducted by the Sellers and their subsidiaries (collectively, the “Assets”), and assume certain specified liabilities of the Sellers and their subsidiaries (collectively, the “Liabilities” and such acquisition of the Assets and assumption of the Liabilities together, the “Transaction”) for a total purchase price of (i) $14 million in cash subject to a downward working capital adjustment, (ii) the assumption of liabilities and (iii) the value of the Delaware Litigation (as defined in the Asset Purchase Agreement) (the “Purchase Price”). The Company will deliver 10% of the Purchase Price to an escrow agent, which may be returned to the Company in the event of specified events, including termination of the Asset Purchase Agreement, subject to certain exceptions relating to a breach of the Asset Purchase Agreement by the Company.
8 k out explaining more about the asset purchase agreement with biolase
https://fintel.io/doc/sec-sonendo-inc-1407973-8k-2024-october-02-19998-344?utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=filing
Taking us to the promised land lol
Good luck my friend
It's easier to understand why Roy Chen left now.
It wasn't for growth reasons but he didn't want in on the encumbrances this litigation will bring. From all I've seen so far SONX will likely prevail at some point. It's not a given but a gamble, anything can happen. That's another reason Roy Chen sought greener pastures. He recalls when this was on the NYSE and could conceivably not* get back up there. I'm holding off on this until I get a better sense where Bjorn is taking SONX. Good luck here guys 👋
Is that the full name of the entry?
Sounds like a lawyer's office. Only thing I can think of.
Not sure!
The Company has engaged Craig-Hallum Capital Group LLC and Stifel to assist the Company in its evaluation with acquiring Biolase assets whatever they may be tho
Stoney 🤔, who might they represent please Scott.
Thank you
On January 4, 2023, Plaintiff PIPStek, LLC (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sonendo, Inc.) filed a lawsuit against BIOLASE, Inc. in the Federal District Court for the District of Delaware, alleging that BIOLASE’s Waterlase dental laser product infringes two PIPStek patents. A third patent was subsequently added to the case. The Complaint seeks unspecified damages and injunctive relief, as well as costs and attorneys’ fees against BIOLASE. BIOLASE has answered denying all of PIPStek’s allegations and also asserting that the asserted patents are invalid and not infringed. BIOLASE intends to continue to vigorously and fully defend itself against PIPStek’s claims. The parties have exchanged preliminary contentions. Trial in this matter is currently set for May 12, 2025.
It’s patent not trademark infringement based on PIPStek a subsidiary that used lasers. Stoney bought them and put it on the shelf.
The trial is not supposed to go till May 2025
I'm a little short on logic in all this.
Sonendo sues Biolase for trademark infringement. Sensible right. Well not really, what was the decision from the court on the trademark dispute. It sounds like SONX lost that case. If they didn't, then why the heck does SONX need to bid on ANY hardware.
Logic predicates they should have immediate and exclusive access to what they need if* they won that case. Yet SONX is bidding against other possible bidders now. That sounds like they instead LOST the infringement allegations.
What am I missing here, seems I've lost the plot somehow 😕🤔
Cool thanks guys
I’m thinking 0.12 on next run and then maybe a lull, and then skies the limit:)
Could very well be man
We’re almost 1/2 way there I bet we make it to a dime soon we’ll before that date
I’m sure they will have to split at some point but I’d prefer them to go pink than to split for the OTCQX 10 cent rule
Yes I think for 30 days?
So they need to make a dime by Dec 2nd or they need to be over a dime for a specified duration?
Well of course the penny drops duh I was so close. GentleWave will irrigate with Epic-X by the scruff of it. Man this finally makes sense.
I pretty much agree Rich.
I think the timeline is a bit shorter though
They have been beating estimates lately and as we know we’re once on the big boards and have analysts watching.
Biolase has no money to defend the patent lawsuit so I’m sure that’s why they made an agreement with SONX!
It may move faster than expected. My only fear is that they don’t meet the 10 cent otc requirement by December 2nd and feel the need to split
No you don't, you guys are doing great on your own.
Don't let this litigation take you off topic though. Bjorn is looking typically at 12-15 months for completion. Depends on if there's other bidders, how high they bid. That's where you fit in Scottie, you know better than anyone what Biolase might be worth. I'd suggest you not post that value here for obvious reasons. Plan on a weekly or monthly update during Happy Hour. Make use of that perk.
This is why TDO Software got jettisoned, so Bjorn could devote more time to the Biolase dumpster fire. Definitely no guarantees Sonendo will have winning bid just as you won't know how much S/P increase a winning bid might mean for shareholders until completed. The filings a year from now should be pretty interesting. Many variables but it could* give Sonendo a broader based business all going well.
Again you'd know better than me but the soonest the bidding completes is a year from now typically. Or the bidding war could be a non event. It's like betting on a horse race. Who knows right? The process could summate in 4-5 months. There's no way to predict with accuracy what will come out in the Biolase wash either. Bjorn needs to keep building Sonendo. He may never see a red cent out of all this stalking horse brew hah hah. Just compensatory legal fees, etc. I'd give SONX a good puncher's chance and wish Bjorn all the best, this has been a massive headache for the CEO and quite possibly a big chunk of the reason he is not uplisting to a senior exchange just yet.
Hope this helps good luck you guys, SONX is finally freeing themselves from this Biolase nightmare. They're turning a corner for sure, still. Get comfy this could take a while. 👋🛌💤🥱