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MergerJul 24, 2026, 06:07 AM

SoundHound AI Merger with LivePerson Clears All Regulatory Hurdles

AI Summary

SoundHound AI, Inc. announced that all foreign investment approvals required for its merger with LivePerson, Inc. have been secured. Clearances were received from regulatory authorities in Italy, Canada, Germany, the United Kingdom, and finally Bulgaria on July 20, 2026. This satisfies all regulatory conditions for the merger, which is still contingent upon LivePerson stockholder approval and other closing conditions.

Key Highlights

  • SoundHound AI and LivePerson merger received all foreign investment approvals.
  • Italian and Canadian regulatory clearances obtained on June 25, 2026.
  • German regulatory clearance obtained on June 29, 2026.
  • United Kingdom regulatory clearance obtained on July 1, 2026.
  • Final foreign investment clearance from Bulgaria received on July 20, 2026.
  • All regulatory approval conditions for the Mergers have been satisfied.
  • Mergers remain subject to LivePerson stockholder approval and other closing conditions.