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First Light, Mathew Arens disclose 18% stake in SI-BONE (NASDAQ: SIBN)

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SCHEDULE 13G/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

SI-BONE, Inc. ownership update: First Light Asset Management, LLC and Mathew P. Arens jointly filed an Amendment No. 1 to Schedule 13G reporting beneficial ownership positions. The Manager reports 7,971,486 shares (18.02%) and Mr. Arens reports 8,120,986 shares (18.36%).

The filing explains the Manager acts as investment adviser to separate accounts and private funds and that Mr. Arens controls the Manager and also holds direct shares (23,000 sole; 126,500 joint). Signatures are provided by the Manager's CCO and Mr. Arens.

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Insights

Large passive stake disclosed by an adviser and its managing member.

The filing reports 7,971,486 shares (18.02%) held by First Light Asset Management, LLC and 8,120,986 shares (18.36%) attributable to Mathew P. Arens as of the amendment. The Manager's holdings reflect advisory relationships with separately managed accounts and private funds.

Because this is a Schedule 13G/A amendment, it reflects reported beneficial ownership rather than an active control change; subsequent filings would disclose any change in voting intentions or plans. Future transaction filings (Forms 3/4) would show purchases or dispositions if they occur.

First Light holdings 7,971,486 shares reported beneficially owned; 18.02% of class
Mathew P. Arens attributable holdings 8,120,986 shares reported beneficially owned; 18.36% of class
Mr. Arens sole voting power 23,000 shares sole power to vote reported in Item 4
Mr. Arens shared voting power 8,097,986 shares shared power to vote reported in Item 4
CUSIP 825704109 Common Stock CUSIP reported on cover
Schedule 13G/A regulatory
"jointly filed an Amendment No. 1 to Schedule 13G"
A Schedule 13G/A is an amended public filing with the U.S. securities regulator that updates a previous Schedule 13G, disclosing when an individual or group holds a substantial (typically over 5%) stake in a company and is claiming a passive, non‑controlling intent. Investors monitor these updates because rising or falling holdings can signal changing confidence, potential future moves, or shifts in voting power — like watching a public ledger where large shareholders quietly adjust their positions.
Beneficial owner regulatory
"may be deemed to be the beneficial owner of 7,971,486 of the Issuer's shares"
A beneficial owner is the person who ultimately owns or controls a financial asset or property, even if their name isn't directly on official documents. Think of it like someone who secretly holds the keys to a safe deposit box—others may appear to have access, but the true owner is the one who benefits from what's inside. Identifying beneficial owners helps ensure transparency and prevent illegal activities like money laundering or fraud.
Shared dispositive power regulatory
"Shared Dispositive Power 7,971,486.00"
Separately managed accounts financial
"Manager acts as an investment adviser to certain persons holding separately managed accounts"
A separately managed account is an investment portfolio owned by a single investor but professionally managed to that investor’s specific goals and preferences, rather than pooled with other clients’ money. It matters to investors because it offers greater customization, tax control and transparency—like hiring a personal chef instead of eating from a shared buffet—though it often requires higher minimums and can have different fee and liquidity implications.





825704109

(CUSIP Number)
04/30/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)


Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:
Rule 13d-1(b)
Rule 13d-1(c)
Rule 13d-1(d)




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SCHEDULE 13G





SCHEDULE 13G





SCHEDULE 13G



First Light Asset Management, LLC
Signature:/s/ Kurt T. Peterson
Name/Title:Kurt T. Peterson/Chief Compliance Officer
Date:05/07/2026
Mathew P. Arens
Signature:/s/ Mathew P. Arens
Name/Title:Mathew P. Arens/Chief Executive Officer
Date:05/07/2026
Exhibit Information

Exhibit A: Joint Filing Agreement

FAQ

What stake did First Light report in SI-BONE (SIBN)?

First Light Asset Management reported beneficial ownership of 7,971,486 shares (18.02%). The filing attributes these shares to the Manager in its role as adviser to separate accounts and private funds.

How many SI-BONE shares are attributable to Mathew P. Arens?

Mathew P. Arens is reported as beneficially owning 8,120,986 shares (18.36%). That total includes his direct holdings and shares attributable through control of the Manager.

Does this filing indicate a change in control of SI-BONE?

No, this Schedule 13G/A amendment reports beneficial ownership percentages and advisory relationships; it does not assert a change in corporate control or plans to influence governance.

What voting and dispositive powers are reported?

The Manager reports 0 sole voting and 7,971,486 shared voting power; Mr. Arens reports 23,000 sole and 8,097,986 shared voting power, per the Item 4 table in the filing.

Who signed the Schedule 13G/A amendment for SI-BONE?

The amendment is signed by Kurt T. Peterson as Chief Compliance Officer for the Manager and by Mathew P. Arens as Chief Executive Officer, with dated signatures in May 2026.