[8-K] Arena Group Holdings, Inc. Reports Material Event

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. (AREN) reported two acquisition closings via a Regulation FD update. The company announced the closing of an acquisition of the digital assets of Lindy’s Sports on October 14, 2025, and the closing of an acquisition of ShopHQ on October 17, 2025. Each announcement was made through press releases furnished as Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2.

The disclosure was provided under Item 7.01 and is furnished, not filed, meaning it is not subject to Section 18 liabilities and is not incorporated into other filings unless specifically referenced.

Insights

M&A and Disclosure Policy Analyst

Administrative disclosure of two deal closings; terms not included.

The Arena Group furnished Item 7.01 information noting the closings of acquisitions for Lindy’s Sports digital assets on October 14, 2025 and ShopHQ on October 17, 2025. The communication route is via press releases attached as Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2.

Because the information is furnished under Item 7.01, it is not deemed filed under the Exchange Act. This typically indicates a communications update rather than a detailed financial disclosure.

Key items for future review would be transaction terms, consideration, and integration plans if and when provided in subsequent filings or updates.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report: (Date of Earliest Event Reported): October 14, 2025

THE ARENA GROUP HOLDINGS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

delaware		001-12471		68-0232575
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

200 VESEY STREET, 24TH FLOOR NEW YORK, new york		10281
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip code)

212-321-5002

(Registrant’s telephone number including area code)

(Former name or former address if changed since last report)

Securities registered pursuant in Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share		AREN		NYSE American

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

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Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.

On October 14, 2025, The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing the closing of an acquisition of the digital assets of Lindy’s Sports, a copy of which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K. A copy of the press release is also available on the Company’s website as www.thearenagroup.net.

On October 17, 2025, the Company issued a press release announcing the closing of an acquisition of ShopHQ, a copy of which is furnished as Exhibit 99.2 to this Current Report on Form 8-K. A copy of the press release is also available on the Company’s website as www.thearenagroup.net.

The information furnished with this Item 7.01 shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference into any other filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits

99.1	Press release dated October 14, 2025.
99.2	Press release dated October 17, 2025.
104	Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

	THE ARENA GROUP HOLDINGS, INC.
Dated: October 17, 2025
	By:	/s/ Paul Edmonson
	Name:	Paul Edmonson
	Title:	Chief Executive Officer

FAQ

What did AREN announce in this 8-K?

The company announced the closing of acquisitions for the digital assets of Lindy’s Sports and for ShopHQ, each via furnished press releases.

When were the AREN press releases issued?

Press releases were dated October 14, 2025 (Lindy’s Sports digital assets) and October 17, 2025 (ShopHQ).

Where can I find AREN’s press releases on these acquisitions?

They are furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and Exhibit 99.2 and are also available on www.thearenagroup.net.

Is the 8-K information considered filed or furnished?

It is furnished under Item 7.01 of Regulation FD, not filed, and is not subject to Section 18 liabilities.

Does the 8-K include financial terms of the Lindy’s Sports or ShopHQ deals?

No. This update furnishes press releases announcing closings; transaction terms are not included in this disclosure.

What exhibits accompany AREN’s 8-K?

Exhibit 99.1 (press release dated October 14, 2025), Exhibit 99.2 (press release dated October 17, 2025), and Exhibit 104 (cover page inline XBRL).