(i) The Purchaser may not assign its rights or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the Company and (ii) the Company may not assign its rights or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the Purchaser.  Subject to the preceding sentence, this Agreement shall be binding upon, inure to the benefit of and be enforceable by the parties to this Agreement and their respective successors and permitted assigns.  Any purported assignment other than in compliance with the terms hereof shall be void ab initio.