Meta Materials Applauds ChristianAttar for Teaming Up with Warshaw Burstein to Investigate Allegations of Naked Short Selling

HALIFAX, NS / ACCESSWIRE / June 29, 2023 / Meta Materials Inc. (the "Company" or "META^®") (NASDAQ:MMAT)(FSE:MMAT), an advanced materials and nanotechnology company applauds ChristianAttar (the "Firm") (previously known as Christian, Smith & Jewell), a preeminent law firm specializing in securities litigation, for joining forces with Warshaw Burstein and Partner Alan Pollack in helping investigate allegations of naked short selling of Meta Materials' stock. Wes Christian and Alan Pollack have worked together in securities litigation for over 15 years, forming a formidable team in fighting against illegal trading practices.

"This engagement reflects our commitment to protecting investors and maximizing shareholder value," said George Palikaras, President and CEO of Meta Materials Inc. "We are excited to work with a group of seasoned legal experts and advisors such as ChristianAttar and Warshaw Burstein."

"We are honored to be chosen by Meta Materials for this critically important task. Our firm has a storied history in taking on cases against fraudulent trading practices, and we will use our vast experience to thoroughly investigate and address these allegations," said Wes Christian, Partner at ChristianAttar.

META, after conducting a preliminary trading analysis in collaboration with ShareIntel Shareholder Services, LLC, has identified seemingly trade imbalances in the trading of MMAT shares which are potentially material relative to META's public float and average trading volume.

"Based on the initial analysis, we believe this has the potential to become the motherload of counterfeit shares. The scale and complexity warrant exhaustive investigation, and we are prepared to relentlessly pursue justice for META and its shareholders," said Wes Christian. "Our mission is to expose any illicit activities and seek remedies that protect Meta Materials and its shareholders. We value the trust META has placed in us and are committed to working assiduously towards securing a fair and just resolution."

Alan Pollack, Partner at Warshaw Burstein, commented, "Our collaboration with ChristianAttar is built on a shared commitment to upholding market integrity. Together, we bring decades of combined experience and a track record of success in litigating against market manipulation and fraudulent trading practices."

About Meta Materials Inc.
Meta Materials Inc. (META^®) is an advanced materials and nanotechnology company. We develop new products and technologies using innovative sustainable science. Advanced materials can improve everyday products that surround us, making them smarter and more sustainable. META's technology platforms enable global brands to develop new products to improve performance for customers in aerospace and defense, consumer electronics, 5G communications, batteries, authentication, automotive and clean energy.

About ChristianAttar
ChristianAttar is a Houston-based law firm specializing in securities litigation, corporate governance, and complex commercial litigation. Renowned for its excellence, the firm has been a leader in high-stakes litigation, representing publicly traded companies, shareholders, and investors against fraudulent trading activities and market manipulation.

Media Inquiries
Meta Materials Inc.
Rob Stone
Vice President, Corporate Development and Communications
media@metamaterial.com

ChristianAttar
James "Wes" Christian
Partner
jchristian@christianattarlaw.com

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SOURCE: Meta Materials Inc.