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Johnson Fistel Investigates Potential Board Fiduciary Duty Breaches in the WideOpenWest Buyout by DigitalBridge and Crestview Partners

1. Johnson Fistel investigates WOW's board for potential fiduciary duty breaches. 2. WOW agreed to be acquired at $5.20 per share, valuing it at $1.5 billion. 3. Crestview Partners controls part of WOW, raising conflict of interest concerns. 4. The acquisition price may undervalue WOW based on its growth potential.

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Why Bearish?

The investigation may signal potential issues in the acquisition process, sparking shareholder concerns. Historical examples show that such investigations can lead to lowered stock prices if fiduciary breaches are confirmed.

How important is it?

The investigation directly targets WOW's governance issues in a critical acquisition phase, influencing investor confidence and stock performance.

Why Short Term?

The immediate concern by shareholders regarding fiduciary duties may affect investor sentiment. This could lead to near-term stock volatility until resolved.

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SAN DIEGO, Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shareholder rights law firm Johnson Fistel, PLLP has launched an investigation into whether the board members of WideOpenWest, Inc. (NYSE: WOW) breached their fiduciary duties in connection with the proposed sale of the company to DigitalBridge Group, Inc. and Crestview Partners. If you own WOW! shares and believe this proposed transaction undervalues your investment, please consider joining our investigation. To participate or learn more, you can click or copy and paste the following link:https://www.johnsonfistel.com/investigations/wideopenwest-inc/ Shareholders seeking more information may also contact lead analyst Jim Baker (jimb@johnsonfistel.com, 619-814-4471). If emailing, please include a phone number. Background• On August 11, 2025, WideOpenWest, Inc. (“WOW!”) announced that it had entered into a definitive merger agreement under which investment funds affiliated with DigitalBridge Investments, LLC and Crestview Partners (“Crestview”) will acquire all outstanding shares of WOW! common stock not already owned by Crestview for $5.20 per share in cash, valuing the company at approximately $1.5 billion. • Crestview currently owns approximately 37% of WOW!’s outstanding shares and controls a majority of the company’s board seats, raising potential conflicts of interest in the negotiation and approval of the transaction. • The $5.20 per-share offer, while representing a premium to WOW!’s recent trading price, may still undervalue the company given its strategic position, assets, and growth potential. About Johnson Fistel, PLLP | Top Law Firm – Securities Fraud & Investor RightsJohnson Fistel, PLLP is a nationally recognized shareholder-rights law firm with offices in California, New York, Georgia, Idaho, and Colorado. The firm represents individual and institutional investors in shareholder derivative and securities class action lawsuits and also assists foreign investors who purchased shares on U.S. exchanges. Stay informed about stock-drop news and learn how Johnson Fistel can help you recover losses by visiting www.johnsonfistel.com. AchievementsIn 2024, Johnson Fistel was ranked among the Top 10 Plaintiff Law Firms by ISS Securities Class Action Services. This recognition reflects the firm’s effectiveness in advocating for investors, having recovered approximately $90,725,000 for aggrieved clients in cases where it served as lead or co-lead counsel. This marks the eighth time the firm has been recognized as a top plaintiffs’ securities law firm in the United States, based on the total dollar value of final recoveries. Attorney advertising.Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.Services may be performed by attorneys in any of our offices.Johnson Fistel, PLLP has paid for the dissemination of this promotional communication, and Frank J. Johnson is the attorney responsible for its content. ContactJohnson Fistel, PLLP501 W. Broadway, Suite 800San Diego, CA 92101James Baker, Investor Relations – or – Frank J. Johnson, Esq.(619) 814-4471 | jimb@johnsonfistel.com | fjohnson@johnsonfistel.com

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