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Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.
On March 21, 2024, the Company issued a press release announcing resolution of the Company’s outstanding Nasdaq deficiency notice. A copy of the press release is furnished with this report as Exhibit 99.1.
In accordance with General Instruction B.2 of Form 8-K, the information in this Item 7.01 and Exhibit 99.1 of this Current Report on Form 8-K are being furnished and shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that Section. Furthermore, such information, including Exhibit 99.1 attached hereto, shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly stated by specific reference in such a filing.
Item 8.01 Other Events.
On March 19, 2024, the Company received written notice from the Nasdaq Listing Qualifications Department (the “Staff”) that the Company has regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2) (the “Minimum Bid Price Requirement”) by maintaining a minimum closing bid price of the Company’s common stock of at least $1.00 per share for the last ten consecutive trading days, from March 5, 2024 to March 18, 2024, and that this matter is now closed. As previously reported, on November 21, 2023, Nasdaq notified the Company that, the closing bid price for the Company’s common stock had been below the minimum $1.00 per share requirement for 30-consecutive business in violation of the Minimum Bid Price Requirement.
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.
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99.1 | Press release - “Protagenic Therapeutics Announces Resolution of Nasdaq Deficiency Notice” | |
104 | Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document) |
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
PROTAGENIC THERAPEUTICS, INC. | ||
Date: March 21, 2024 | By: | /s/ Alexander K. Arrow |
Name: | Alexander K. Arrow | |
Title: | Chief Financial Officer |
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Exhibit 99.1
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Protagenic Therapeutics Announces Resolution of Nasdaq Deficiency Notice
NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 — Protagenic Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: PTIX), a biopharmaceutical innovator, regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2) as the closing bid price of shares of PTIX has remained above $1.00 per share for ten consecutive trading days. This resolves the issue of potential delisting from Nasdaq by May 19, 2024 that the company had been facing.
On Tuesday, November 21, 2023, the company received a deficiency letter from Nasdaq stating that it is not in compliance with the minimum bid price requirements set forth in Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2) for continued listing on The Nasdaq Capital Market, because it had not maintained a minimum bid price of $1.00 per share for 30 consecutive trading days. The Notification Letter stated that the company had 180 calendar days, or until May 19, 2024, to regain compliance by having a closing bid price of at least $1.00 per share for ten consecutive trading days. On March 19, 2024, the company received a formal notice from Nasdaq confirming that it has regained compliance with Listing Rule 5550(a)(2).
About Protagenic Therapeutics, Inc.:
Protagenic Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: PTIX) is committed to pioneering neuro-active peptides into therapeutics to mitigate stress-related disorders. For more information, visit www.protagenic.com.
About PT00114:
PT00114, a 41-amino-acid synthetic peptide, holds promise in treating various neuro-psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, and PTSD. It operates with a novel mechanism, mirroring the active part of the natural brain hormone TCAP, thereby reducing circulating cortisol levels.
Forward-Looking Statements:
This press release contains forward-looking statements concerning Protagenic Therapeutics’ product candidates and clinical trial plans. These statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Investors are urged to exercise caution and not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.
Company Contact:
Alexander K. Arrow, MD, CFA Chief Financial Officer Protagenic Therapeutics, Inc. 149 Fifth Ave, Suite 500, New York, NY 10010. Tel: 213-260-4342 Email: alex.arrow@protagenic.com
Investor Relations Contact:
Kirin M. Smith, President, PCG Advisory, Inc. 950 Third Avenue, Suite #2700, New York, NY 10022. Tel: 646-823-8656 Email: ksmith@pcgadvisory.com
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