Disseminated on behalf of LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) (FSE: 3WK0) and may include paid advertising.

• LaFleur Minerals Inc., a Canadian near-term gold producer, just announced the closure of a non-brokered hard dollar private placement yielding gross proceeds of $900,000
• This follows the recently closed LIFE offering that yielded $4,695,000 and a Flow-Through offering that brought in $2,205,421, bringing total proceeds to $7,800,421
• With these funds, LaFleur is set to commission and restart gold production operations at its wholly owned Beacon Gold Mine and Mill, which it acquired in Fall 2024

LaFleur Minerals (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) (FSE: 3WK0) is a Canadian gold exploration and development company advancing its district-scale Swanson Gold Project in Québec’s prolific Abitibi Gold Belt and progressing toward the near-term restart of gold production at its wholly owned Beacon Gold Mill. The company just marked a strategic inflection point as it transitions from exploration to near-term gold production and value creation. LaFleur just announced the closure of a non-brokered hard-dollar private placement for 1,800,000 units at $0.50 per unit, yielding gross proceeds of $900,000. This follows the recently closed LIFE offering, which yielded gross proceeds of $4,695,000, and the Flow-Through offering, which brought in $2,205,421 in gross proceeds (https://ibn.fm/EZch9).

With these funds, LaFleur is set to commission and restart gold production operations at its wholly owned Beacon Gold Mine and Mill, starting with the processing of 10,000 to 20,000 metric tons of existing mineralized stockpiles on-site for initial trial runs. In addition, it can begin work on its Swanson Gold Project in Val d’Or, Québec, the subject of an upcoming PEA and primary source of mineralized material for Beacon’s gold processing operations. The funds will also be utilized for general working capital purposes, bringing it closer to realizing its goal of transitioning from an exploration to a near-term gold production and value-creation company, demonstrating their commitment to achieve restart of production at the Beacon Gold Mill in early 2026 (https://ibn.fm/VsqyQ). LaFleur is strategically positioned for success with infrastructure, located in a top mining jurisdiction, a district-scale exploration project with high-grade occurrences, scalability and optionality in terms of footprint and at its Beacon Gold Mill, which can be expanded in capacity down the line and the company starts generating revenues.

LaFleur acquired the Beacon Gold Mill in Fall 2024. Before the acquisition, the facility had undergone over C$20 million in repairs and refurbishments. Immediately, LaFleur set out to complete a comprehensive PEA along with twinning historical holes that formed the basis of the mineral resource at its Swanson Gold Deposit. “Advancing the Beacon Gold Mill to restart gold production with gold prices at record levels above $4,000 per ounce offers amazing economic potential,” noted Paul Teniere, LaFleur’s CEO (https://ibn.fm/lnymH). Beacon Gold Mill, with a replacement cost estimated by an independent valuation conducted to exceed $70 million, is a rare asset to have by a junior gold miner with a current market cap nearly half its value worth in infrastructure. 

For company information, visit the company’s website at www.LaFleurMinerals.com.

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• SPAI Ventures is a wholly owned subsidiary of Safe Pro Group Inc., that was established to pursue both strategic collaborations and investments with Ukrainian and other international tech developers.
• The company plans to create a collaborative framework to accelerate growth in defense tech, fostering innovation, and creating optimal conditions for technological advancement.
• Through SPAI Ventures, Safe Pro Group Inc. will evaluate opportunities in which to invest or to commercialize technologies that it believes could complement the capabilities of its portfolio of AI and ballistic protective solutions.

Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI), a developer of AI-powered security and defense solutions, recently announced the formation of a wholly-owned subsidiary called SPAI Ventures (https://ibn.fm/DYrQK). This unit was established to evaluate and pursue strategic partnerships and investments with technology developers from the Ukraine and other international markets.

Together with Ukrainian entrepreneurs, defense professionals, and other local stakeholders, SPAI Ventures is creating a collaborative framework with the goal of accelerating growth in defense tech, fostering better innovation, and creating the right conditions for technological advancement.

SPAI Ventures is also intended to support Safe Pro’s existing portfolio which includes the patented Safe Pro Object Threat Detection (“SPOTD”) AI image analysis and detection platform, as well as the company’s ballistic protection solutions.

Safe Pro believes that blending the company’s AI capabilities alongside battle-tested hardware and software solutions can help it better meet the evolving needs and requirements of US and NATO defense customers, governments, and humanitarian organizations.

The formation of the company also comes after interest from both US and UK defense stakeholders in technologies that have undergone real-world operational use in Ukraine.

The SPOTD technology has been used in operational environments throughout Ukraine for nearly three years, and has analyzed over 2.4 million images, identified well over 43,000 threats, and has covered around 29,300 acres of land.

In addition, according to reports out of Washington, D.C., the US may be re-evaluating its policy against the use of anti-personnel mines, while also seeking methods to reduce the risk of harm to non-combatants, which is something Safe Pro is well-equipped to help with.

Safe Pro expects to use SPAI Ventures to evaluate investment, integration, and commercialization opportunities that it believes can improve the performance, scalability, and market applicability of the company’s solutions. SPAI Ventures will be headquartered in the USA, but may operate in the Ukraine through local representation.

Speaking about the announcement, Safe Pro Group Chairman and CEO, Dan Erdberg, said that “SPAI Ventures is intended to allow us to build on our operational experience and extensive relationships in the region while remaining disciplined and selective in how we pursue potential opportunities. We believe this approach is consistent with our strategy of expanding Safe Pro’s capabilities while managing risk and maintaining capital flexibility.”

About Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI) 

Safe Pro Group is a tech company that’s delivering AI-powered security and defense solutions for customers in a variety of industries including homeland security, law enforcement, humanitarian, and more. The company’s computer vision technology helps organizations rapidly detect and identify small objects like landmines in drone video and images, to ensure field operations are safe and more efficient.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.SafeProGroup.com.

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Disseminated on behalf of Trilogy Metals Inc. (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ) and may include paid advertising.

• Trilogy Metals’ JV company Ambler Metals has recently approved the $35 million 2026 program focused on initiating mine permitting for the Arctic Project while advancing technical de-risking work
• The joint venture plans to target mine permit submissions in 2026, potentially leveraging FAST-41 federal expedited permitting for critical infrastructure projects
• Trilogy maintains a strong cash position exceeding $50 million, with additional funding expected from a $35.6 million US Department of War investment anticipated to close in early 2026

In an industry with a historically lengthy gap between discovery and production, the ability to advance projects through the permitting gauntlet separates aspirational deposits from future mines. Trilogy Metals (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ) is positioning 2026 as the year that transforms the Arctic Project in Alaska from a world-class copper resource into a permitted mining operation.

On December 17, 2025, Trilogy announced that Ambler Metals LLC, its 50-50 joint venture with South32 Limited, approved a $35 million program for 2026 that marks a strategic pivot toward permitting and production planning. This budget represents more than capital allocation; it signals confidence in both the project’s technical foundation and the shifting regulatory environment for domestic critical mineral development.

Permitting Takes Center Stage

The 2026 work program prioritizes the mine permit submission for the Arctic Project, with Ambler Metals targeting federal expedited permitting through the FAST-41 framework. FAST-41 was designed specifically to enhance coordination, transparency, and predictability for critical infrastructure projects, and with President Trump’s recent Executive Orders emphasizing domestic critical mineral production, the timing aligns with policy priorities.

Given that the Arctic Project is located on state and private land, the key federal permit will be the Clean Water Act (“CWA”) Section 404 Dredge-and-Fill Permit that is issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers. All other significant permits are issued by the State of Alaska, creating a streamlined permitting pathway compared to projects burdened by federal land restrictions. This jurisdictional advantage, combined with three years of baseline data already collected, positions Arctic for an efficient permitting timeline.

The 2026 program will advance engineering, environmental, and technical work required to support a future final investment decision for mine construction and operations. The program also includes geotechnical and condemnation drilling at Arctic to refine mine design and infrastructure placement, along with preparation of the Bornite Project camp for multi-year exploration use.

Building Institutional Capacity

Ambler Metals will re-establish an independent management team in 2026 dedicated to managing the next phase of development. This team will focus on advancing the permitting, completing technical programs, executing drill campaigns critical for mine design, and strengthening community engagement and workforce development initiatives.

The emphasis on local participation reflects the joint venture’s ongoing partnership with NANA Regional Corporation, which provides a framework for exploration and development in cooperation with local communities. Engagement with regional stakeholders remains a core element of the program, with continued focus on transparent communication, consultation, and long-term workforce planning.

The Road Forward

Ambler Metals will continue evaluating early-stage funding opportunities to support the advancement of the Ambler Access Project (also known as the Ambler Road), through its existing arrangement with the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority. The proposed 211-mile industrial-use road connecting the Ambler Mining District to the Dalton Highway received federal Right-of-Way permits in October 2025 following President Trump’s decision to overturn the Biden Administration’s 2024 rejection of the project.

The Arctic Project’s feasibility study, released in February 2023, demonstrated robust economics with a pre-tax NPV of $1.5 billion and a 25.8% IRR at base case metal prices. The project hosts probable mineral reserves of 46.7 million tonnes grading 2.11% copper, 2.9% zinc, 0.56% lead, 0.42 g/t gold, and 31.8 g/t silver. At current spot prices, the project’s pre-tax NPV exceeds $3.9 billion.

With the January 2025 release of the Bornite Preliminary Economic Assessment showing potential to extend mine life beyond 30 years, the projects in the Ambler Mining District represent a generational opportunity to establish a premier North American copper supplier.

For more information, visit www.TrilogyMetals.com.

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Disseminated on behalf of Ucore Rare Metals Inc. (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) and may include paid advertising.

• Ucore reports preparations for heavy rare earth element (“REE”) processing at its Strategic Metals Complex in Alexandria, Louisiana, with a goal of commissioning the first commercial RapidSX(TM) separation unit in mid-2026.
• RapidSX is Ucore’s proprietary REE separation platform designed to improve on conventional solvent extraction processes.
• Ucore’s broader mission is to establish a resilient, vertically integrated REE supply chain in North America.

Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) is signaling a major leap forward in the race to establish a secure Western supply chain for heavy rare earth elements, with plans ramping up for commercial operations targeted in Louisiana by 2026. The company recently released detailed information about significant progress on its proprietary rapid-separation technology and its transition from demonstration testing in Canada toward full deployment at a U.S. facility that could help reduce longstanding dependencies on foreign processors. The announcement underscores not only technological advancement but also strategic alignment with North American critical-mineral security goals.

In the announcement, Ucore highlights the company’s preparations for heavy rare earth element (“REE”) processing at its Strategic Metals Complex in Alexandria, Louisiana, with a goal of commissioning the first commercial RapidSX(TM) separation unit in mid-2026. This project builds on nearly two years of demonstration work with Ucore’s RapidSX technology at the company’s Commercialization and Demonstration Facility in Kingston, Ontario. According to the company, the Kingston demonstration has completed thousands of hours of continuous processing and tens of thousands of analytical samples, generating data that supports the commercial scalability of RapidSX and its application to rare earth oxide feedstocks.

RapidSX is Ucore’s proprietary REE separation platform designed to improve on conventional solvent extraction processes. Independent descriptions of the technology note that RapidSX can process rare earth elements significantly faster than traditional systems while reducing required plant footprint, construction and operating costs, and time to achieve steady-state production. The modular design enables adaptability to different feedstocks within a smaller physical profile compared with conventional solvent extraction, and its scalability is intended to facilitate staged, phased deployments.  

Ucore’s Louisiana Strategic Metals Complex is designed to address a critical gap in North American rare-earth separation capacity. Historically, rare-earth processing has been concentrated in Asia, particularly China, leaving the United States and Canada reliant on imports for refined rare-earth oxides that are essential for permanent-magnet production and many high-tech and defense applications. By leveraging its RapidSX technology, Ucore aims to produce mid and heavy rare earth oxides at commercial scale in the United States on a timeline that aligns with projected demand from defense and clean-energy sectors.  

Ucore’s Louisiana project is supported by a significant Other Transaction Agreement with the U.S. Department of War valued at $22.4 million. This agreement is tied to the deployment and commercialization of RapidSX heavy rare earth separation operations at the Alexandria site and positions Ucore’s project within the broader U.S. strategy to reshore critical mineral processing. Industry reporting confirms that the company plans to install its first RapidSX commercial module, known as RapidSX Machine #1, at the Louisiana facility by mid-2026 as part of a modular build-out approach.  

Ucore’s broader mission is to establish a resilient, vertically integrated REE supply chain in North America that spans from ore sources through separation and refinement to feed the high-performance magnet manufacturing required for defense, automotive electrification, wind energy and other advanced technologies. The Louisiana facility is a cornerstone of this strategy. Supported by demonstration data and government partnerships on both sides of the border, Ucore’s RapidSX technology and phased commercialization plan represent a practical step toward reducing reliance on foreign processing and advancing Western supply chain self-sufficiency for critical minerals.

For more information, visit www.Ucore.com.

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• GridAI Technologies provides exposure to the convergence of artificial intelligence, energy infrastructure modernization, and large-scale electrification trends.
• The Grid AI platform is software-first and hardware-agnostic, supporting scalable deployment without requiring extensive new physical infrastructure.
• Rising power demands from AI data centers and electrified systems create structural demand for real-time energy-orchestration solutions.
• The company’s legacy biopharmaceutical assets provide additional optionality alongside its expanded activities in AI-driven energy infrastructure.
• Public-market access through its Nasdaq listing supports capital formation, visibility, and potential strategic partnerships as deployments scale.

GridAI Technologies (NASDAQ: GRDX) is a company operating at the intersection of artificial intelligence and energy infrastructure following its acquisition of Grid AI Corp. Formerly known as Entero Therapeutics Inc., the company has expanded its corporate scope to include intelligent energy-orchestration solutions designed to address reliability, cost, and sustainability challenges across modern power systems.

GridAI Technologies is focused on enabling more flexible, resilient, and economically optimized electricity systems by coordinating generation, storage, and demand in real time. Its approach centers on software-driven control that integrates with existing hardware, allowing utilities, energy retailers, and large power users to manage increasingly volatile loads associated with electrification, electric vehicles, and AI-driven computing.

In parallel with this expansion, the company continues to advance its legacy life sciences operations developed under Entero Therapeutics, maintaining its clinical-stage gastrointestinal pipeline while pursuing opportunities in AI-enabled energy systems.

The company is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida.

Products and Platform

GridAI Technologies’ primary operations are anchored in the Grid AI energy-orchestration platform, an AI-native software system designed to coordinate distributed energy resources across multiple scales. The platform monitors real-time conditions, including device status, energy prices, weather, and grid signals, calculates optimal operating strategies, and synchronizes assets so they can function collectively as a flexible power resource.

For residential and small-business users, Grid AI enables behind-the-meter orchestration of devices such as electric-vehicle chargers, batteries, HVAC systems, and appliances. This capability supports participation in demand-response programs and helps enable more efficient energy usage and greater alignment with renewable generation.

In commercial and utility environments, the platform manages fleets of distributed energy resources, supporting peak-load reduction, dynamic pricing programs, and market-based dispatch. At the industrial and hyperscale level, Grid AI is designed to support large, energy-intensive campuses, including AI data centers, by orchestrating scalable power environments that integrate grid connections, on-site generation, and storage to support reliability and cost-efficient operations.

Legacy Biopharmaceutical Pipeline

In addition to its Grid AI operations, the company continues to advance the biopharmaceutical assets developed under Entero Therapeutics. These programs focus on targeted, orally delivered, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal diseases.

The pipeline includes latiglutenase, an oral biotherapeutic designed to aid gluten digestion; capeserod, a selective 5-HT4 receptor partial agonist being developed for multiple GI indications; and adrulipase, a recombinant lipase intended to support nutrient absorption in patients with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. All programs remain at the clinical stage and continue alongside the company’s activities in AI and energy infrastructure.

Market Opportunity

GridAI Technologies is positioned within two large and expanding markets: global energy infrastructure and AI-driven data-center development. Industry projections indicate that AI data centers alone are expected to drive more than 50 gigawatts of incremental power demand by 2028, with total AI-related load growth potentially exceeding 200 gigawatts by 2030.

Meeting this demand is expected to require several trillion dollars in new energy and grid infrastructure investment over the coming decade, as utilities contend with aging assets, extended upgrade timelines, and increasing system volatility. These challenges are further amplified by the variable and high-intensity load profiles associated with GPU-based computing, which place new stresses on traditional grid-planning models.

Grid AI’s software-first orchestration approach is designed to help address these constraints by unlocking flexibility from existing assets and enabling faster deployment than large-scale physical infrastructure alone. As hyperscale campuses, electrified transport, and distributed energy resources continue to expand, the need for real-time, AI-driven coordination across generation, storage, and demand represents a significant and growing market opportunity.

Leadership Team

GridAI Technologies is led by an executive team with experience spanning energy infrastructure, grid optimization, and software-based platform development. Leadership is focused on commercializing complex energy technologies, scaling partnerships with utilities and enterprise customers, and supporting deployment across residential, commercial, and hyperscale environments.

The broader management group brings backgrounds in energy markets, distributed energy resources, and technology commercialization, with an emphasis on integrating physical infrastructure with intelligent digital control systems while maintaining continuity across the company’s diversified operations.

For more information, visit the company’s website at https://grid-ai.com.

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• ParaZero operates as a defense aerospace company specializing in multi-layered Counter-UAS solutions for modern battlefield and homeland security environments.
• The DefendAir platform offers three complementary interception layers (airborne, turret-based, and hand-held) providing forces with flexible, low-collateral responses to diverse hostile drone threats.
• Company-reported demonstrations with Israeli defense authorities have shown effective real-time interception across fast, maneuverable, and RF-denied drone scenarios.
• DropAir delivers validated precision-delivery capability for medical and tactical supplies, including successful collaboration with the Israeli Ministry of Defense and the IDF Medical Corps.
• Rising global demand for cost-effective and scalable Counter-UAS systems positions ParaZero for continued expansion across defense and homeland security markets.

ParaZero Technologies (NASDAQ: PRZO) is a defense aerospace company specializing in multi-layered Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (“Counter-UAS”) technologies engineered to neutralize hostile drones in complex, contested, and urban environments. Founded by aviation and defense technology professionals, the company develops autonomous interception and precision-delivery systems that support military forces, homeland security agencies, and operators of strategic infrastructure. ParaZero’s mission is to provide reliable, practical, and scalable counter-drone capabilities for frontline and fixed-site defense scenarios where rapid, accurate, and low-collateral response is essential.

As drone threats evolve from low-cost commercial platforms to fast, low-signature systems operating in RF-denied conditions, ParaZero focuses on solutions that deliver actionable last-layer defense. Its technologies integrate with existing detection and command systems, allowing operators to respond effectively across military bases, sensitive facilities, border regions, and high-risk operational zones. The company’s defense portfolio continues to expand through field collaboration with Israeli defense authorities and international security organizations seeking capable interception systems.

Building on more than a decade of engineering and operational experience, ParaZero offers autonomous counter-drone and precision-delivery capabilities designed for modern defense requirements.

The company is headquartered in Kfar Saba, Israel.

DefendAir

DefendAir is ParaZero’s multi-layered Counter-UAS system designed to intercept hostile drones with high accuracy and minimal collateral damage. The platform employs patented net-interception technology and supports defense forces protecting bases, critical infrastructure, government facilities, and frontline units. Company-reported demonstrations conducted with Israeli defense and homeland security authorities have shown successful interception across a range of real-time scenarios involving fast, maneuverable, and RF-denied drones.

DefendAir is deployed through three complementary delivery mechanisms that enable flexible interception across dynamic battlefield and fixed-site environments:

• Interception Drone – The airborne configuration places a net-interception pod on an autonomous multirotor, enabling rapid engagement of hostile drones approaching from extended ranges or complex angles. This mobile layer offers adaptable response options where ground-based systems may have limited reach.
• Stationary Turret – The turret provides automated 360-degree perimeter coverage for fixed sites. Using optical detection and autonomous tracking, it identifies and intercepts approaching drones with a non-explosive, low-collateral method suitable for urban or sensitive environments.
• Hand-Held Net Launcher – The hand-held launcher offers infantry and security personnel a lightweight, tactical close-range interception tool. It enables unit-level drone neutralization in environments where jamming or spoofing is ineffective, providing a practical last-line defense option.

Together, these configurations provide flexible interception capabilities for a wide range of defense and security missions.

DropAir

DropAir is ParaZero’s high-accuracy aerial delivery solution engineered for autonomous or remotely controlled missions in complex and hostile environments. The system enables safe, precise delivery of sensitive payloads, including medical supplies, blood transfusions, tactical equipment, and humanitarian aid, without requiring the drone to land or expose ground personnel to risk. Its HALO-style late parachute deployment minimizes drift and lowers detectability, supporting both multirotor and fixed-wing UAVs.

DropAir has demonstrated operational effectiveness in collaboration with the Israeli Ministry of Defense and the Israel Defense Force Medical Corps, including a breakthrough field trial in which blood transfusions dropped from 200 meters were recovered fully intact and suitable for human use.

The system’s modular pod design secures a variety of payloads and is adaptable to a wide range of UAV platforms, with carrying capacities of 5, 10, or 20 kilograms depending on drone capability. Built for rapid deployment and all-weather performance, DropAir provides reliable resupply options for defense, disaster response, and remote operations where conventional logistics cannot safely reach.

Market Opportunity

ParaZero operates within rapidly expanding segments of the global unmanned systems and defense markets. According to Fortune Business Insights, the anti-drone (“counter-UAS”) market was valued at $2.4 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow from $3.1 billion in 2025 to $12.24 billion by 2032, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 21.62%. This expansion is driven by the increasing use of drones in modern conflicts, the emergence of new threat types such as RF-denied and fiber-optic-guided drones, and the need to protect critical infrastructure, military bases, and sensitive facilities.

The precision airdrop category is also gaining traction as defense forces and emergency agencies seek secure, rapid, and unmanned delivery solutions for time-critical missions. ParaZero’s DropAir program has advanced into Phase II with the Israeli Defense Force Medical Corps, highlighting governmental adoption of autonomous delivery technologies for military and humanitarian use.

Leadership Team

Ariel Alon, Chief Executive Officer, is an experienced executive with a proven track record of leading high-performing business teams across unmanned aircraft systems, finance, high-tech, defense, and government sectors in Israel, the U.S., EMEA, and APAC. Prior to joining ParaZero, he served as Chief Sales Officer of Aerodrome Group and CEO of its subsidiary, Aerodrome LTD. His earlier roles include vice president of sales and general manager for Israel at Voyager Labs, Israeli country manager for Atos, and business development positions at companies including Elbit Systems and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. Mr. Alon holds a B.A. in business administration and an M.B.A. in finance and marketing from the Ruppin Academic Center in Israel.

Regev Livne, Chief Financial Officer, previously served as CFO of Votiro, where he raised capital and supported the company’s expansion into North America and Asia. His earlier experience includes serving as CFO of SCR Engineers Ltd., along with finance roles at 3M Attenti and Dmatek Ltd. Mr. Livne began his career as a senior accountant at PwC Israel, auditing both public and private companies. He is a Certified Public Accountant in Israel and holds a master’s degree in finance and management and a B.A. in business administration and accounting from the Israeli College of Management.

Alon Yasovsky, Vice President of R&D, is an engineering leader with more than 20 years of experience across electro-optics, machine vision, embedded systems, and advanced technology development. He previously worked in Samsung Electronics Israel’s Open Innovation group and evaluated R&D investments for the Israeli Innovation Authority. Earlier in his career, he held engineering and leadership roles at SensoGenic, Kornit Digital, Intel, Apple, PrimeSense, and Elbit Systems. Mr. Yasovsky holds a B.Sc. in electrical and electronic engineering from Tel Aviv University and completed the U.S.–Israel Innovation Bridge Leadership Executives Program at the University of California, Irvine.

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• Recent announcement of a manufacturing expansion plan aimed at onboarding a larger, globally scaled manufacturing partner so it can support projected increases
• TechForce also announced the development and pending launch of a proprietary beverage dispensing robotic system called the Beverage Bot
• Management’s framing across both announcements is consistent: Scale and proprietary innovation are meant to reinforce each other

Nightfood Holdings Inc. (OTCQB: NGTF) d.b.a. TechForce Robotics, is heading into the new year with news that points to faster deployment, broader product capability and a clearer path to scaled revenue. In late December, the company detailed a manufacturing scale strategy designed to meet rising demand, then unveiled a new in-house beverage robotics platform aimed at helping high-traffic venues serve more customers, more quickly, with fewer operational bottlenecks. Together, the announcements signal a push to convert interest and pilots into larger fleet rollouts while expanding the portfolio with proprietary systems built for measurable customer returns. 

The manufacturing update centers on readiness. TechForce said it currently relies on an established manufacturing partner in Beijing that has supported its initial commercialization efforts and delivered high-quality units, although the facility’s current capacity is not expected to meet the company’s anticipated demand next year. To address that gap, TechForce described a “parallel manufacturing expansion plan” aimed at onboarding a significantly larger, globally scaled manufacturing partner so it can support projected increases in customer demand across enterprise, franchise and multilocation deployments, while maintaining quality control, supply-chain resilience and cost efficiency. 

“Our Beijing-based manufacturing partner has been instrumental in supporting our early commercialization efforts,” said TechForce Robotics president Ried Floco. “However, as customer interest accelerates and pilot programs convert into larger fleet deployments, we are proactively preparing for scale. Our team is working diligently to secure additional manufacturing capacity that can support mass production, faster delivery timelines and long-term growth.”

In the same release, TechForce tied manufacturing scale directly to the company’s broader operating roadmap, including scaling its Robotics-as-a-Service (“RaaS”) deployments. The company framed expanded production capacity as an enabler for larger deployments across hospitality, food service, airports, venues, museums and other large-footprint commercial environments. This matters because service robotics programs often stall not because customers are uninterested, but because transitioning from a promising pilot to a fleet deployment requires dependable delivery timelines, consistent build quality and predictable unit economics. By explicitly prioritizing manufacturing capacity, TechForce is signaling that it expects customer interest to translate into more substantial orders and that it wants to be prepared to deliver at that pace.

The beverage platform announcement complements the manufacturing update by expanding what TechForce can place into those scaled deployments. The company announced the development and pending launch of a proprietary beverage dispensing robotic system called the Beverage Bot, designed to optimize service efficiency and beverage revenue across high-traffic venues. 

TechForce said the system was created to address two operational pain points: long service wait times and lost revenue caused by insufficient staffing during peak demand periods. The company’s core thesis is that when human staffing cannot keep up with crowd demand, venues lose sales they would otherwise capture, and faster beverage throughput can directly translate into higher revenue.  

TechForce described the Beverage Bot as wholly owned and developed internally, positioning it as proprietary technology rather than a rebranded third-party product. The bot is engineered to dispense carbonated beverages and multiple tap beer selections with precision while delivering “ice-cold beverages with minimal to no foam” and preserving product quality and consistency. The company also outlined where it sees the strongest fit: concerts, conferences, sporting events, festivals, airports, bars and other high-density environments where patrons routinely outnumber available servers.  

TechForce included a clear commercialization signal as well: It expects to begin accepting orders for the Beverage Bot in the first quarter of 2026, with initial deployments targeted toward enterprise operators, large venues and multilocation hospitality partners. Just as important, the company said the Beverage Bot will be integrated into its RaaS platform, which implies a recurring-revenue approach built around deployment, maintenance and ongoing service rather than one-time equipment sales alone.  

Management’s framing across both announcements is consistent: Scale and proprietary innovation are meant to reinforce each other. These two updates help clarify what success can look like for NGTF moving into the new year. On one side, manufacturing scale is a practical constraint that must be solved to grow deployments; on the other, the Beverage Bot expands the addressable use cases within high-volume environments where speed and consistency are valuable. The company is effectively building a loop: a wider set of proprietary robotic systems can open more customer doors, and improved manufacturing capacity makes it more feasible to fulfill those opportunities on a timetable that matches commercial demand.

The updates also fit within NGTF’s broader positioning as an artificial intelligence-driven service robotics platform focused on hospitality, food service and commercial automation. In the manufacturing release, the company described a vertically integrated approach that combines robotics technology, real-world operating environments and scalable manufacturing, and it also reiterated its strategy of using hospitality as its initial sector of entry while expanding into other verticals over time.  

Ultimately, the near-term takeaway is momentum: One release is about removing a growth bottleneck, and the other is about adding a high-impact product designed for real-world throughput and revenue capture. If TechForce can execute on both tracks, the company enters 2026 ideally positioned to convert growing interest into scaled deployments, broaden its recurring revenue opportunities through service-based offerings and demonstrate tangible customer outcomes in environments where every minute of peak-time service matters. 

For more information, visit the company’s website at NightfoodHoldings.com.

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Disseminated on behalf of Trilogy Metals Inc. (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ) and may include paid advertising.

• Trilogy Metals’ polymetallic assets in the Ambler Mining District contain copper alongside several other minerals now designated as critical
• The US critical minerals list plays a key role in shaping policy on securing materials vital for manufacturing, technology, defense and infrastructure
• The updated list coincides with important developments in Trilogy Metals’ flagship projects

The US Geological Survey’s (“USGS”) newly finalized 2025 List of Critical Minerals marks a notable shift in federal resource policy by formally adding copper to the roster of materials considered essential to the country’s economic resilience and national security. The inclusion of copper carries meaningful implications for companies advancing US-based copper projects, including Trilogy Metals (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ), whose polymetallic assets in Alaska’s Ambler Mining District contain copper alongside several other minerals now designated as critical.

The USGS list identifies minerals that are essential to US economic growth and national security and vulnerable to supply chain disruptions. The list helps guide federal strategies aimed at strengthening domestic supply chains, supporting manufacturing and reducing reliance on foreign sources for strategically important materials.

In November, the Department of the Interior, through the USGS, published the final 2025 list. The updated list adds 10 new minerals, including copper, boron, lead, metallurgical coal, phosphate, potash, rhenium, silicon, silver and uranium. The list was developed based on updated data, interagency recommendations and public feedback.

Critical mineral lists such as this one play a key role in shaping US policy on securing materials vital for manufacturing, technology, defense and infrastructure. By identifying minerals with supply chain vulnerabilities, the USGS list helps prioritize federal actions that can include direct investments, tax incentives for mineral processing, and streamlined mining permits designed to bolster domestic production and reduce reliance on foreign sources. The addition of copper, in particular, reflects the mineral’s central role in electrification, given its widespread use in power grid and data center infrastructure.

A mineral’s inclusion on the USGS Critical Minerals List streamlines permitting by qualifying projects for accelerated reviews under programs like FAST-41, providing federal support, coordinating agency reviews, setting clear timetables, and making them eligible for financial incentives.

Similarly, critical mineral status can enhance eligibility for federal funding and partnership programs. The Biden and Trump administrations have both used executive actions and federal investments to strengthen domestic supply chains for strategic materials, including funding research, processing capacity and workforce development. By formally recognizing copper as critical, the 2025 list reinforces the metal’s importance in national policy discussions and underscores why investment in domestic exploration and production is increasingly a priority for federal agencies and allied stakeholders.

For Trilogy Metals, the updated list coincides with important developments in its flagship projects. The Ambler Mining District in northwestern Alaska, where Trilogy is advancing its Upper Kobuk Mineral Projects through a 50/50 joint venture with South32, hosts deposits rich in copper and other critical minerals. These polymetallic volcanogenic massive sulphide (“VMS”) deposits include not only copper but also zinc, lead, gold, silver and cobalt, many of which appear on the 2025 critical minerals list. Bornite and Arctic, the two principal deposits, host significant copper and base metal mineralization that Trilogy and its partners are working to develop.

The presence of copper and other critical metals in the Ambler Mining District aligns with the expanded federal focus on supply chain security. In late 2025, the US government announced a strategic investment of approximately $35.6 million in Trilogy Metals for a 10% ownership stake, underscoring federal interest in unlocking Alaska’s mineral resources. This investment, tied to broader infrastructure and access initiatives including permitting for the Ambler access road, signals how critical mineral policy and federal support can intersect with private sector project development.

Trilogy’s focus on copper is complemented by its exposure to other minerals on the critical minerals list. The polymetallic nature of the deposits in Alaska’s Ambler Mining District positions the company to benefit from diversified demand across multiple supply chains, including electrification, energy, and battery technologies. While zinc, lead, and cobalt have long been important base metals, increased risk to their supply further strengthens the rationale for developing domestic sources. For Trilogy Metals, the inclusion of copper on the 2025 critical minerals list reaffirms the potential value of its projects and may help catalyze support from policymakers, investors and industry partners as it advances exploration and development in the district.

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• LGCXF recently received BLM approval for its flagship drill program at West Santa Fe, granting it access to about half of its land package
• Lahontan Gold operates at the intersection of exploration, geological expertise, and strategic project development
• With these updates, Lahontan Gold Corp is strategically positioned to maximize its mission to advance gold and silver projects in Nevada’s Walker Lane, maximizing resource potential and stakeholder value

Lahontan Gold (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF), a top Canadian mineral exploration company focused on gold and silver projects in Nevada’s Walker Lane district, is entering a transformative phase after securing the Federal Bureau of Land Management’s permit for its West Santa Fe drill program. The site, which is located 13 km from Lahontan’s Santa Fe Mine project, grants the company access to unpatented lode mining claims on federal lands, creating a new vista of opportunities (ibn.fm/cQkw). Building on this regulatory milestone, Lahontan has now commenced its reverse-circulation drilling campaign at West Santa Fe, aimed at validating historic drill data and advancing the project toward resource definition. Recent completion of drilling at the nearby Santa Fe Mine positions the company for an updated mineral resource estimate and future economic studies.

Recently, Lahontan Gold Corp’s CEO Kimberly Ann emphasized the importance of the coming months: According to her, “I do believe the next 6 to 9 months are going to be a transformative year for the company, and so it’s a pretty short timeline for people to get in because if you are not in now, you should get in. It’s a fascinating time to be a part of Lahontan, and to be an investor at Lahontan” (ibn.fm/5R089).

Lahontan’s West Santa Fe drill program is expected to validate existing results while also testing extensions to known silver and gold mineralization. The company currently operates an active drill rig located at its Santa Fe Mine project. It intends to relocate the rig to West Santa Fe as soon as the program finalizes. Lahontan’s CEO also stated that geologic work at West Santa Fe indicates gold and silver mineralization extending several kilometers along strike and down-dip, making the forthcoming program highly important.

Lahontan Gold operates at the intersection of geological expertise, high-potential exploration, and strategic project development. The company’s flagship Santa Fe Mine project recorded about 359,202 ounces of gold produced and 702,067 ounces of silver produced between 1988 and 1995.

These latest updates highlight Lahontan Gold’s mission: To advance gold and silver projects in Nevada’s Walker Lane, maximize resource potential, and create shareholder value. Having obtained the West Santa Fe permit alongside the existing drill programs, LGCXF is strategically positioned to accelerate progress within the next year.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.LahontanGoldCorp.com.

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• ESGold Corp., an exploration-stage company committed to the acquisition, exploration, and development of high-quality mineral properties worldwide, is bolstered by strong global gold prices
• Gold futures contracts have reported a 2.82% growth, closing at $4,451 an ounce as of January 5, helped by geopolitical and economic stresses, including intensified tensions between the United States and Venezuela
• ESGold, through the investments made in 2025, including significant developments with its Montauban project in Quebec, is rapidly progressing to capitalize on this growth

ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF), an exploration-stage company committed to acquiring, exploring, and developing high-quality mineral properties worldwide, is strengthened as geopolitical instability keeps gold, silver, and other precious metals soaring. The company’s management believes that the steps taken over the course of 2025, including the closing of a flow-through share private placement and developments and investments in its Montauban project in Quebec, will be integral to supporting the company’s success in 2026 (https://ibn.fm/M9VPC).

With recent global developments, capital flows have been redirected into precious metals in what experts say is a hedge against systemic instability. Gold futures contracts (“GCG26”) appreciated by approximately 2.82%, closing at $4,451 an ounce on January 5, 2026, with silver climbing 7.94% to $76.65 an ounce. Geopolitical tensions, most recently driven by intensified tensions between the United States and Venezuela, continue to feed the demand for precious metals (https://ibn.fm/LSnWD).

With a design offering a throughput of 1,000 tonnes a day for its Montauban facility, ESGold is optimistic it will meet the growing demand for gold and secure leadership in its space. Its focus is on ramping up production and building lasting value for shareholders (https://ibn.fm/rw13W).

“As ESGold transitions from developer to producer, our focus is on building lasting value not just for shareholders, but for the communities in which we operate,” noted Gordon Robb, ESGold Corp’s CEO. “By engaging in meaningful collaboration with government stakeholders, we aim to position Montauban as a model of clean resource development and economic revitalization,” he added (https://nnw.fm/iUjRk) (https://ibn.fm/2nYRf).

For company information, visit the company’s website at www.ESGold.com.

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