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BriaCell Provides Update on Alleged Illegal Trading of Public Securities

Key Takeaway: BriaCell Therapeutics Corp. has provided an update regarding the investigation into alleged illegal trading of its securities. Following a forensic analysis and discussions with prime brokers, the company has filed formal complaints with FINRA and CIRO. BriaCell is committed to working with regulatory authorities to address these issues and will provide further updates as they arise.

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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • BriaCell is actively addressing illegal trading activities.
  • The company is collaborating with regulatory authorities.
  • Formal complaints have been filed with FINRA and CIRO.

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From our catalyst data and publicly available data · not financial advice
Best trade, last catalyst
+44%
120-day peak, hindsight
Typical move
14.8%
average across 8 past catalysts
Cash runway
~7 mo
Medium dilution risk
Lead asset
SV-BR-1-GM
Phase 3 · Breast Cancer

Full Press Release Details

PHILADELPHIA and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BriaCell Therapeutics Corp. (Nasdaq: BCTX, BCTXW) (TSX: BCT) (“BriaCell” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biotechnology company that develops novel immunotherapies to transform cancer care, provides an update to the previously announced investigation of alleged illegal trading activity of its publicly traded securities.
Upon external forensic analysis of data from various industry sources consistently demonstrating significant settlement share imbalances, and after discussions with 12 individual prime brokers for clarification of these imbalances, the Company has filed formal complaints with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO).
The Company will continue to work with regulatory authorities to combat illegal manipulative trading activities and will provide further updates on this investigation as they become available.
About BriaCell Therapeutics Corp.
BriaCell is a clinical-stage biotechnology company that develops novel immunotherapies to transform cancer care. More information is available at https://briacell.com/ .
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This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that are subject to substantial risks and uncertainties. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, contained in this press release are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release may be identified by the use of words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “seek,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “target,” “aim,” “should,” “will,” “would,” or the negative of these words or other similar expressions, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Examples of forward-looking statements in this news release include statements regarding the Company continuing to work with regulatory authorities to combat illegal manipulative trading activities and providing further updates on the investigation. Forward-looking statements, including those on the investigation are based on BriaCell’s current expectations and are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks, and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Further, certain forward-looking statements are based on assumptions as to future events that may not prove to be accurate. These and other risks and uncertainties are described more fully under the heading “Risks and Uncertainties” in the Company’s most recent Management’s Discussion and Analysis, under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s most recent Annual Information Form, and under “Risks and Uncertainties” in the Company’s other filings with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, all of which are available under the Company’s profiles on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov . Forward-looking statements contained in this announcement are made as of this date, and BriaCell Therapeutics Corp. undertakes no duty to update such information except as required under applicable law.
Neither the Toronto Stock Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the Toronto Stock Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the focus of BriaCell's investigation?

BriaCell is investigating alleged illegal trading activities of its publicly traded securities.

Which regulatory bodies are involved in BriaCell's case?

BriaCell has filed complaints with FINRA and the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization.

What steps has BriaCell taken regarding the trading issues?

The company has conducted a forensic analysis and discussed imbalances with prime brokers.

Will BriaCell provide updates on the investigation?

Yes, BriaCell will continue to update stakeholders as new information becomes available.

Last updated: Feb 27, 2024