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title: "Auddia Sets Vote on Merger Creating Nasdaq-Listed Holdco"
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description: "Auddia (AUUD) has filed a Form DEFM14A with the SEC, announcing a shareholder vote on September 23, 2026, regarding its merger with McCarthy Finney, Inc. Post-merger, Auddia will become a subsidiary of a new holding company, Holdco, which intends to list on Nasdaq under ticker MCFN. Existing shareholders will hold ~20% economic interest, while CEO Jeffrey Thramann controls ~80% voting power. The vote also covers governance changes and an equity incentive plan."
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# Auddia Sets Vote on Merger Creating Nasdaq-Listed Holdco

New activity is brewing for Auddia ( (AUUD) ). The company has submitted a Form DEFM14A to the SEC, indicating an upcoming shareholder vote. This form gives shareholders all the information they need to develop an informed vote. Read on to learn more about the proposed company action.

Auddia Inc. operates in the digital audio and radio streaming sector, offering technology-driven services that enhance listening experiences. The company focuses on app-based delivery of broadcast content and is listed on Nasdaq, targeting investors interested in emerging audio and media platforms.

Following a planned business combination with McCarthy Finney, Inc., Auddia will become a wholly owned subsidiary of a new holding company, Holdco. Post-merger, existing Auddia securityholders are expected to own about 20% of Holdco’s economic interests, while CEO Jeffrey Thramann will control roughly 80% of the voting power through special preferred stock, positioning Holdco as a controlled company under Nasdaq rules.

Holdco intends to list its common stock on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker symbol MCFN. Auddia has called a special shareholder meeting for September 23, 2026 to vote on the merger, related governance changes, a new 2026 equity incentive plan, auditor ratification, and the potential adjournment of the meeting to secure sufficient votes.

**More about Auddia**

Auddia Inc. operates in the digital audio and radio streaming sector, offering technology-driven services that enhance listening experiences. The company focuses on app-based delivery of broadcast content and is listed on Nasdaq, targeting investors interested in emerging audio and media platforms.

Following a planned business combination with McCarthy Finney, Inc., Auddia will become a wholly owned subsidiary of a new holding company, Holdco. Post-merger, existing Auddia securityholders are expected to own about 20% of Holdco’s economic interests, while CEO Jeffrey Thramann will control roughly 80% of the voting power through special preferred stock, positioning Holdco as a controlled company under Nasdaq rules.

Holdco intends to list its common stock on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker symbol MCFN. Auddia has called a special shareholder meeting for September 23, 2026 to vote on the merger, related governance changes, a new 2026 equity incentive plan, auditor ratification, and the potential adjournment of the meeting to secure sufficient votes.

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**Current Market Cap:** $4.41M

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