• Brera has entered an advisory agreement with Toronto Blizzard to develop talent pathways in global soccer.
• Youth sports are projected to grow to $69.4 billion by 2030, with sports tourism valued at $91.8 billion in 2021.
• The partnership builds on Blizzard’s existing prominence in girls soccer and aims to expand access to international player development.
• Brera plans to connect Blizzard players to its network of clubs in Italy, North Macedonia, Mongolia, and Mozambique.
• Talent identification camps and European academy visits are planned for summer 2026 or sooner.

Brera Holdings (NASDAQ: BREA), an Ireland-based international holding company focused on expanding its global portfolio of men’s and women’s sports clubs through a multi-club ownership (“MCO”) strategy, is expanding into youth soccer development through a strategic partnership with Toronto Blizzard Corp. The initiative is aimed at tapping into the rapidly growing global youth sports industry, which is expected to reach $69.4 billion by 2030, according to Profluence.com (https://ibn.fm/2LmqS).

Under an advisory agreement, Brera will collaborate with the Blizzard, Canada’s leading soccer scholarship platform founded and led by Soccer Hall of Famer Giuseppe “Joe” Parolini, to connect its youth development pipeline to Brera’s international football network. The initiative will focus on expanding opportunities for young players, especially by offering exposure to professional training environments in Europe and beyond.

The Blizzard Development Academy already has a strong track record of preparing youth for college scholarships and professional development. The new agreement aims to strengthen this pipeline by linking Blizzard players, ages 3 to 18, with Brera clubs in Italy, North Macedonia, Mongolia, and Mozambique. These include SS Juve Stabia (Italy’s Serie B), Brera Strumica FC and Brera Tiverija FC in North Macedonia, and others.

Blizzard programs such as “Little Blizzard Kickers” (ages 3 to 7) and advanced academies (ages 8 to 18) will incorporate Brera coaching methods, with shared curriculum and direct interaction with coaches and players from the European clubs.

“Brera Holdings is the perfect partner to help bring new coaching philosophies to talented youth in Ontario. When I took over the ownership of the Blizzard in 1999, ensuring equal opportunities for women and girls to play and receive the same quality of training and development was very important to me,” said Parolini. “Through this partnership I believe we can identify talent, develop and create pathways to other opportunities such as Juve Stabia in Naples where I was born, Brera Strumica and Tiverjia in North Macedonia, the World Squad, and more.” 

As part of the agreement, talent identification camps in the Greater Toronto Area are scheduled to begin by summer 2026 or earlier, with selected players gaining opportunities to train at Brera academies in Europe. Blizzard will coordinate and promote the camps, while Brera clubs will deliver coaching and training.

The initiative also targets the rapidly growing sports tourism sector, which had a $91.8 billion economic impact in 2021, as noted by Profluence.com. The collaboration includes plans for friendly matches between Brera-owned clubs and Canadian teams, though these are contingent on financial sustainability.

Beyond immediate player development, the value proposition of the program also lies in college recruitment. According to Profluence, 88% of women’s college soccer players and 77% of men’s come from club-level systems like the Blizzard’s. With private college tuition reaching $33,000 per year (up from $11,000 in 1981), athletic scholarships represent an increasingly important financial opportunity for families.

Brera’s multi-club ownership model is modeled on a broader industry trend, where clubs and holding companies seek to build scalable platforms for player development and commercial opportunities. This deal adds youth infrastructure in North America to Brera’s global reach and diversifies its exposure to the lucrative youth sports economy. With its global football network and commitment to accessible talent development, Brera Holdings is positioning itself not just as an owner of clubs, but as an enabler of cross-border player growth, targeting one of the most dynamic sectors in sports today.

Brera’s Executive Chairman, Daniel J. McClory, emphasized the significance of connecting Canadian youth with international football ecosystems. 

“We’ve seen the incredible soccer talent coming from Canada, as well as at the NCAA programs of U.S. universities where Blizzard alumni have distinguished themselves. Our partnership with Toronto Blizzard will allow us to share our clubs’ coaching philosophies as well as identify and help develop young talent in Toronto,” he said. “We look forward to introducing this partnership to the Province of Ontario with the Blizzard, and bringing players to train at the academies of our clubs in Italy and North Macedonia, as these countries enjoy longstanding and particularly strong cross-cultural ties with the Toronto metro area.”

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

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• New Pacific Metals owns two of the largest undeveloped open-pit silver projects globally, offering substantial resource potential and long-term production growth.
• The company’s projects demonstrate strong economic fundamentals, with high internal rates of return and low all-in sustaining costs per ounce of silver.
• Bolivia’s underexplored mineral potential presents a strategic advantage for New Pacific Metals, allowing it to capitalize on a historically rich mining region.
• The company is backed by two strategic shareholders: Silvercorp Metals (28%) and Pan American Silver (12%).
• The company is supported by an experienced leadership team with a track record of success in mineral exploration, development, and corporate finance.
• As global silver demand increases for industrial and renewable energy applications, New Pacific Metals is well-positioned to benefit from market growth and rising silver prices.

New Pacific Metals (NYSE American: NEWP) (TSX: NUAG) is a Canadian exploration and development company focused on advancing world-class silver projects in Bolivia. The company’s primary asset, the Silver Sand project, has the potential to become one of the largest silver mines globally, supported by robust economic assessments. Additionally, the company is progressing its Carangas project, a silver-lead-zinc deposit with scale.

New Pacific Metals aims to create long-term value for its shareholders by advancing and de-risking its quality silver assets while contributing to the economic growth of Bolivia.

New Pacific Metals is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Projects

Silver Sand Project

The flagship Silver Sand project is a high-grade silver deposit with an expected mine life of 13 years. A preliminary feasibility study (“PFS”) completed in June 2024 estimates an annual production of 12 million ounces of silver, including 15 million ounces in the first three years of operation, with total projected production reaching 157 million ounces. The project has a post-tax net present value (“NPV5%”) of $740 million at a silver price of $24 per ounce and an internal rate of return (“IRR”) of 37%. With a low all-in sustaining cost (“AISC”) of $10.69 per ounce and a 1.9-year payback period, Silver Sand presents a rare and compelling silver opportunity.

Carangas Project

The Carangas project is an emerging silver-lead-zinc deposit with a 16-year mine life. A preliminary economic assessment (“PEA”) completed in September 2024 indicates an annual production of 6.6 million ounces of silver, with total production projected at 106 million ounces. The project boasts an after-tax NPV5% of $501 million, an IRR of 26%, and a payback period of 3.2 years at $24 per ounce silver. Its low AISC of $7.60 per ounce positions Carangas as a high-margin operation with significant upside potential. The PEA preserves Carangas’ significant gold (1+ million ounces) potential at depth.

Market Opportunity

The global silver market continues to see increasing demand driven by industrial applications, investment interest, and the growing use of silver in renewable energy technologies. Bolivia, ranked as the fourth-largest silver-producing country, presents significant untapped potential due to limited modern exploration.

The Silver Sand and Carangas projects represent two of the largest undeveloped open-pit silver projects in the world, with the potential to deliver substantial production volumes. As silver prices remain favorable and demand continues to rise, New Pacific Metals is positioned to play a crucial role in supplying the global silver market.

Leadership Team

Dr. Rui Feng, Founder, is a geologist and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in mineral exploration and project development. In 2003, Dr. Feng founded Silvercorp, acquiring early-stage properties in China. Through discovery and development, Silvercorp has become one of the most profitable Canadian mining companies, with multiple mines in China. Building on that success, Dr. Feng established New Pacific Metals, where he has been instrumental in the discovery and advancement of its key projects. With a track record of building successful mining ventures, he continues to provide strategic insight to the company’s growth initiatives.

Jalen Yuan, Interim CEO, is a corporate leader and professional accountant with over sixteen years of diverse international experience in the mining industry.  Mr. Yuan has been deeply involved in all of the company’s strategic decisions as Chief Financial Officer since 2015, including those related to the acquisition, exploration, technical studies, and permitting of the Silver Sand and Carangas projects in Bolivia, prior to his appointment as Interim Chief Executive Officer in April 2025. Mr. Yuan also played instrumental roles in the company’s financing activities, raising a total of US$130 million since 2017.

Dickson Hall, Chairman of the Board of Directors, has over 40 years of experience in finance and corporate development, with a strong emphasis on the mining sector. He is a Partner at Valuestone Advisors Limited, sole advisor of Valuestone Global Resource Fund 1, and a director of Bunker Hill Mining Corp. and MEC Advisors Limited. Fluent in Mandarin and well-experienced in Chinese business culture, Mr. Hall has worked with an extensive group of multinationals, trade associations, and government organizations with China operations. He is a graduate of the University of British Columbia.

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

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AI World Society (“AIWS”) Circle, a place where narratives on the future are crafted and shaped by the transformative power of artificial intelligence (“AI”), is proud to announce the After Hours AI World Society Circle, New York City Chapter. This will be a night of networking and discussions on the impact of AI on society, as well as an opportunity to expand one’s knowledge on the topic.

This in-person event will be held at the prestigious Harvard Club of New York City, bringing together AI enthusiasts, industry professionals, and thought leaders in a relaxed and engaging setting. It will build upon the success of previous AIWS events, which have been lauded for providing superior networking opportunities while offering a wealth of knowledge to attendees.

Since its inception, AIWS has fostered a community that thrives on collaboration, offering a platform for open dialogue, engaging live conferences, and unique experiences that propel the AI conversation forward. By delivering the insights and resources needed to navigate the global AI landscape, attendees leave the event empowered and well-equipped with a deeper understanding and valuable networks that foster innovation.

According to McKinsey, AI adoption has increased tremendously in just the past year, which is no surprise to followers of technology. In a recent study, 78% of respondents reported that their organizations utilized AI in at least one business function, up from 72% in early 2024 and 55% the previous year. AI’s usage, specifically for tasks such as IT, has grown from 27% to 36% in just the past six months, pointing to the significance of the technology and its usefulness for businesses. As it continues to rapidly evolve, people need to stay ahead of the curve, and the After Hours AI World Society Circle presents attendees with an opportunity to do so. Those who are unable to embrace the technology are clearly at risk.

The New York City Chapter will precede a similar event to be held in San Francisco later in September. It will also set the stage for the 3^rd Annual AI World Week that will take place in Washington, DC, on October 8. Just like all the other AIWS events, attendees can expect engaging discussions, critical insights and updates from industry leaders, along with important AI start-up pitches.

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• The three parties signed an MOU focusing on research collaboration, education, and commercial use case development.
• MOU facilitates the organizations’ efforts towards the acquisition of a D-Wave Advantage2(TM) system at the Yonsei University International Campus.
• The collaboration aims to advance mutual research and talent development for quantum computing, provide access to D-Wave’s quantum computing technology, and explore the development of use cases in biotechnology, materials science and other areas.

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) (“D-Wave”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services, has entered into a strategic partnership with Yonsei University and Incheon Metropolitan City designed to accelerate quantum computing adoption and commercialization in South Korea. The company announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) on June 17, outlining plans for quantum computing research, education, and collaboration (https://ibn.fm/0NaSv).

A central aim of the initiative is to facilitate the acquisition of a D-Wave Advantage2 system at Yonsei University’s International Campus in Songdo, Incheon. Installing such a system in South Korea would mark a step forward in the region’s broader quantum infrastructure ambitions. Under the terms of the MOU, the parties plan to also explore quantum computing’s potential use cases in sectors such as biotechnology and materials science. 

The partnership follows the recent announcement of general availability of the Advantage2 quantum computing system, which marked the release of what the company calls its most performant system yet, delivering energy-efficient, scalable quantum processing capable of tackling some problems that are beyond the capabilities of classical computing. The system features more than 4,400 qubits and is available through D-Wave’s Leap(TM) real-time quantum cloud service and for on-premises deployment by enterprises and research institutions.

“This collaboration with D-Wave and Incheon Metropolitan City supports our mission to facilitate a collaborative ecosystem for quantum computing literacy, research and commercial application development,” said Dong-Sup Yoon, president of Yonsei University. Yoon added that having a D-Wave annealing quantum computer onsite would offer “significant opportunities to advance industry and research in South Korea.”

For Incheon Metropolitan City, the MOU aligns with broader ambitions to become a global technology hub. “We have a unique opportunity to establish Incheon as a global quantum hub,” said Mayor Yoo Jeong-bok, citing the region’s established strengths in the bio industry and its potential to attract global quantum talent. “Building on Incheon’s strengths in the bio industry and other key sectors, we anticipate the emergence of a true quantum cluster where quantum technology converges with various industries to create innovative breakthroughs and attract top talent from around the world,” the mayor added.

According to Dr. Alan Baratz, CEO of D-Wave, the initiative represents both a regional and international milestone. “This strategic relationship marks an important step in furthering D-Wave’s mission to accelerate global quantum computing adoption,” said Dr. Baratz. “Yonsei University and Incheon Metropolitan City recognize the remarkable, immediate opportunity for scientific breakthroughs and business transformation possible with D-Wave’s quantum computing technology. We look forward to the possibility of installing a system at Yonsei University to further establish its role as a global quantum hub.”

About D-Wave Quantum Inc.

D-Wave is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. We are the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, and the only company building both annealing and gate-model quantum computers. Our mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum, today. Our quantum computers, the world’s largest, are available on-premises or via the cloud, supported by 99.9% availability and uptime. More than 100 organizations trust D-Wave with their toughest computational challenges. With over 200 million problems submitted to our quantum systems to date, our customers apply our technology to address use cases spanning optimization, artificial intelligence, research and more. Learn more about realizing the value of quantum computing today and how we’re shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow: www.dwavequantum.com.

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Forward Looking Statements

Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking, as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements involve risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from the information expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements and may not be indicative of future results. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including, among others, various factors beyond management’s control, including the risks set forth under the heading “Risk Factors” discussed under the caption “Item 1A. Risk Factors” in Part I of our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K or any updates discussed under the caption “Item 1A. Risk Factors” in Part II of our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and in our other filings with the SEC. Undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking statements in this press release in making an investment decision, which are based on information available to us on the date hereof. We undertake no duty to update this information unless required by law.

• Walker Lane is one of the hottest exploration area plays in the United States and is known for its high-grade gold and silver discoveries
• Lahontan’s centerpiece in the region is the Santa Fe Mine project, a former open-pit producer
• Beyond Santa Fe, Lahontan holds three additional properties — West Santa Fe, Moho and Redlich — that enhance the company’s upside

A Canadian-based mineral exploration company with four high-potential gold and silver projects in Nevada’s Walker Lane, Lahontan (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) is operated via U.S. subsidiaries. With a flagship brownfield mine, robust resource, and active drilling programs, Lahontan offers investors exposure to both near-term development and exploration upside in one of the world’s most mining-friendly regions — Nevada’s Walker Lane.

The Walker Lane stands out as one of the hottest exploration plays in the U.S. and is known for its high-grade gold and silver discoveries, reports a May 2025 Investing News Network (“INN”) report. The trend follows a geologic trough along the California-Nevada border, shaped by sinistral strike-slip faults that have influenced the surrounding topography.

“Unlike the well-known Carlin and Cortez trends, which are primarily associated with sediment-hosted gold deposits, the Walker Lane is renowned for its diversity of mineral occurrences, including epithermal gold-silver deposits and porphyry copper systems,” the INN article continued. “This geological variety offers explorers a wider range of potential discoveries. The trend’s resurgence can be attributed to advances in exploration techniques, a favorable precious metals market, and the increasing demand for domestic mineral resources.”

Lahontan’s centerpiece in the region is the Santa Fe Mine project, a former open-pit producer that generated around 356,000 ounces of gold and 784,000 ounces of silver between 1988 and 1995 (ibn.fm/MkNcU). This brownfield advantage provides access to existing infrastructure and simplifies permitting, significantly derisking development efforts.

The company’s November 2024 NI 43-101 mineral resource estimate for Santa Fe revealed an indicated resource of approximately 1.54 million ounces gold equivalent grading 0.92 g/t Au and 7.18 g/t Ag, plus an additional 411,000 ounces inferred at 0.74 g/t Au and 3.25 g/t Ag (ibn.fm/crOTx). The mineral resource estimate showed oxide-indicated ounces of around 712,000 Au-eq and inferred ounces to 262,000 Au-eq, highlighting both grade and scale in near-surface mineralization. Shallow, oxide-hosted deposits like these are typically cheaper to mine, offering a faster pathway to production compared to deeper resources.

In February 2024, Lahontan launched a 3,000-meter reverse-circulation drill program targeting extensions in the Slab-Calvada and Santa Fe pit zones. This follows 3,700 meters drilled in 2023, all feeding into an enhanced understanding of resource continuity for a forthcoming update to the project’s Preliminary Economic Assessment (ibn.fm/972sm).

With Bureau of Land Management approval in June 2025, Lahontan expanded its drilling permit further, an endorsement that supports accelerated exploration and potential resource growth (ibn.fm/XIoUP). Based on these developments, investors may see assay results imminently, which could further unlock value.

Beyond Santa Fe, Lahontan holds three additional properties — West Santa Fe, Moho and Redlich — that enhance the company’s upside. West Santa Fe, situated just 13 kilometers from the main property, delivered surface samples of up to 2.61 g/t gold and 899 g/t silver (1.97 g/t Au-eq average), demonstrating strong potential for satellite deposits (ibn.fm/RcrXx). These broader assets diversify exploration risk and can potentially bolster scale for future development.

From a financial standpoint, Lahontan has successfully raised capital to support its growth trajectory. Prior to its April 2022 public listing, the company secured more than CA$12.5 million in financing, allocated toward drilling and the Santa Fe maiden resource (ibn.fm/v7U1S). Last year, the company closed a fully subscribed brokered private placement raising CA$3.45 million through the issuance of 57.5 million units, strengthening the balance sheet for advancing permitting and resource conversion efforts (ibn.fm/TkmYz). More recently in April 2025, Lahontan completed a non-brokered private placement of nearly 42.7 million units for gross proceeds of C$2.14 million, highlighting continued investor support (ibn.fm/yU049). These proceeds, led by institutional investors including Equity Management Associates, fund both exploration and working capital needs, a prudent approach to organic growth.

What does this mean for investors? Lahontan occupies a compelling position at the intersection of geology, economics and strategic financing. The Walker Lane remains an elite mining jurisdiction with a track record of major discoveries and supporting infrastructure. The Santa Fe Mine project offers significant scale, historically proven production and low-hanging oxide mineralization that is affordable to mine and fast to develop. Meanwhile, active drilling campaigns and permit expansions derisk resource growth, with the likelihood of seeing results and an updated PEA in the near-term. The presence of additional projects such as West Santa Fe amplifies optionality, creating a portfolio play within one corporate structure. For investors seeking a junior explorer with a clear pathway toward production and multiple catalysts ahead, Lahontan stands out among its peers.

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

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• Meta’s new ad automation tools aren’t a silver bullet for brands; agencies still play a critical role in attribution, spend management, and cross-platform performance
• ONAR is expanding its reach in healthcare marketing, bolstered by the appointment of industry veteran Howard Palefsky to its board of directors
• With a diverse agency network and in-house tech incubator, ONAR is positioned to deliver results in an increasingly complex digital marketing landscape

As the use of artificial intelligence reshapes the marketing world, some industry voices are urging caution against handing over full control to algorithms. While AI-driven ad creation tools are proliferating, smart brands understand that technology alone is not enough to drive real revenue growth. The true power lies in combining automation with human insight, performance attribution, and cross-platform strategy. One company embracing this hybrid approach is ONAR Holding Corp. (OTCQB: ONAR), which operates a growing network of agencies focused on high-impact services powered by integrated AI solutions.

Meta’s AI Push

The Wall Street Journal recently reported that Meta (Facebook’s parent company) aims to let brands design and deploy complete ad campaigns via AI by 2026. Businesses will eventually be able to input an objective, a budget, and a payment method, and Meta will do the rest. While this “one-click marketing” approach sounds appealing in theory, the real work of brand building is much more nuanced.

Like other companies, Meta already uses AI in its platform, and it will get better as time goes on. Simply running ads on Meta isn’t the answer for most brands. The real value an agency brings lies in effective attribution, scalable budget management, and optimizing performance across various platforms.

Today, customers typically involve platforms like Meta, Google, TikTok, email, and others, without a cohesive strategy and proper multi-platform tracking. Brands can end up overspending and losing valuable conversion opportunities. In such a complex landscape, having an experienced agency becomes essential to navigate and optimize performance effectively.

Human Insight Meets Scalable Tech

ONAR has built a hybrid business model that pairs deep human expertise with its own in-house technology incubator, ONAR Labs. This innovation hub is focused on identifying, developing, and commercializing marketing tech solutions that enhance agency capabilities, rather than replace them.

This approach is designed to serve middle-market and growth-stage companies, particularly in sectors where personalization and trust are paramount, like healthcare. ONAR’s agency network includes performance marketing, SEO, experiential campaigns, and more; all delivered with a data-first, tech-enabled mindset.

And ONAR isn’t just focused on internal innovation. It’s also pursuing strategic acquisitions to expand its agency network and market share. By acquiring high-performing agencies, ONAR gives them access to advanced tools and broader client opportunities, creating a win-win dynamic that aligns with its mission of best-in-class results through AI-driven strategies.

ONAR Adds Healthcare Heavyweight to Its Board

The company’s growing focus on healthcare marketing was underscored by its recent appointment of Howard Palefsky to the Board of Directors. Palefsky brings decades of experience across the life sciences and medical technology sectors, having led or advised companies with more than $4 billion in created value.

Palefsky has been involved in more than 40 product launches across global markets and has sat on the boards of over 30 companies, including Target Therapeutics (acquired by Boston Scientific), Pulmonx, and M8 Pharmaceuticals (acquired by Acino). His experience navigating regulatory, financial, and reimbursement landscapes makes him a powerful addition to ONAR’s leadership, especially as the company expands its presence in the high-growth healthcare vertical.

“I look forward to helping the company on its current trajectory and sharing my past experiences to help fuel its success,” said Palefsky. He also now chairs ONAR’s Governance and Nominating Committee, bringing further strategic and operational oversight to the company’s boardroom.

This appointment follows the earlier addition of renowned marketing executive Jon Bond to the board, reinforcing ONAR’s commitment to scaling with seasoned leadership across both marketing and finance.

Positioned for the New Era of Marketing

As AI continues to evolve, ONAR’s value proposition becomes more relevant, not less. While some may see Meta’s automation tools as a replacement for agencies, ONAR sees them as part of a broader toolkit, one that requires expert hands and reliable data to wield properly.

The company’s expanding portfolio of services, forward-thinking acquisitions, and deep bench of leadership talent signal its readiness to lead in a complex, multi-channel marketing world. With AI as an accelerator and not a substitute, ONAR is helping brands adapt, scale, and win in the digital economy.

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

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Future of Mining Australia 2025 is proud to announce this year’s edition of its industry-leading conference. This Australia leg will be a solutions-focused gathering of mining professionals and stakeholders, transcending traditional mining discussions and forging a sustainable and innovative path for the mining industry in the coming decades. It will continue to build on its flagship Perth event with an extensive agenda populated by mining’s leading thinkers and innovators.

This two-day event will cover key themes that shape and affect the industry today. Key among them are the workforce of the future, electrification, the regulatory and policy landscape, technology and innovation, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (“ESG”) considerations. Some of the keynote speakers at the event will include Kylie Harris, Director of Health, Safety, and Security at Newmont; Ambassador Dr. Jane Bassey Adams, High Commissioner to the Nigerian High Commission in Canberra; and others.

Future of Mining Australia is set to attract over 1,500 attendees, including 800 mining executives and 150 industry brands, and feature more than 60 presentations, workshops, and roundtables. The first day of the event will feature a jam-packed program, kicking off with a discussion about technology and innovation and concluding with investment pitches from mining companies. The second day will feature discussions on topics such as health and safety, roundtables, country focus, and pitches to close off the day.

Previous Future of Mining events have been lauded for providing a great platform to showcase physical technology. They have also received high praise for the key networking opportunities they are, with attendees leaving with some valuable connections. This year’s event promises these and more. Most importantly, attendees will gain valuable knowledge about innovative technologies that can improve the profitability of their mining operations. They will also learn how to navigate regulations and successfully integrate sustainable practices into their mining activities. In addition, they will be part of a collective effort to pave the way for a more responsible, environmentally conscious, and socially inclusive mining industry.

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• LaFleur Minerals acquired the fully permitted and refurbished Beacon Gold Mill at a steep discount after Monarch Mining’s bankruptcy, offering a critical near-term processing solution in Quebec’s Tier-1 Abitibi Gold Belt, where demand for milling services is rising with the high price of gold.
• LaFleur also owns the Swanson Gold Project, located just 50 km from the Beacon Mill, to be developed for the company’s own mining prospects.
• The company is already attracting interest from potential development funders for advanced milling and gold project plans, with LaFleur targeting near-term revenue through custom milling and its own gold project production.

LaFleur Minerals (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF), a Canadian near-term gold producer, is uniquely positioned to offer critical gold milling services, with a practical advantage rarely found in today’s mining sector: a ready-to-go, fully permitted gold mill sitting in a high-demand Tier-1 gold mining district. The company’s Beacon Gold Mill, located in Val-d’Or, Quebec, an active mining hub in the Abitibi Gold Belt, was acquired out of bankruptcy for just C$1 million (US$ 0.73 million). Monarch Mining, the former owner, had invested over C$20 million upgrading the mill. LaFleur now controls this asset, which could otherwise take 3–5 years in permitting and at least US$80–100 million to build from scratch.

What makes this acquisition especially timely is the current surge in gold prices, now trading at nearly double the level at the time of LaFleur’s mill purchase. Gold mining companies in the region are eager to process their large bulk samples and ore quickly, and the Beacon Mill stands out as the area’s best asset to meet this need.

LaFleur’s recent land consolidation strategy has also expanded its own gold footprint in the Abitibi. The company now controls over 166 km² (41,000 acres) of prospective ground through acquisitions from Monarch Mining, Abcourt Mines, and Globex Mining. The focus remains on gold, although some holdings contain other critical metals.

With some additional upgrades, LaFleur can begin processing for its own Swanson Gold Project, located just 50 km from the Beacon Mill. The company is already in discussions with interested financing partners and expects to generate revenue from processing large bulk samples from Swanson and other local gold deposits by late 2025 to early 2026 and from future custom milling or toll milling agreements with mining companies in the Abitibi.

The Swanson Gold Project, where the company holds 100% ownership, carries a 2024 mineral resource estimate identifying 123,400 ounces of gold in the Indicated category and another 64,500 ounces in Inferred. Some of that resource lies on an existing mining lease, which is quicker to mine than on a standard mining claim, thus enabling LaFleur to begin pulling mineralized material sooner.

A minimum 5,000-metre drill program is underway at Swanson and surrounding targets. The goal is to grow the current 187,900-ounce resource toward 1 million ounces, which would help justify expanded milling capacity.

The company expects to begin processing mineralized material from Swanson by late 2025 and projects annual gold production between 15,000 and 20,000 ounces by early 2026. Once in full production, that number could rise above 30,000 ounces.

As a regional custom milling center, the Beacon Mill is currently capable of processing 750 tonnes per day, with a potential to scale up to 1,800 tpd or higher with expansion.

Québec’s mining-friendly policies, flow-through share incentives, and abundant infrastructure, add to the appeal. The province ranked fifth globally in the Fraser Institute’s 2023 mining jurisdiction index. With gold prices near all-time highs, a functioning gold mill in a high-demand field, and a growing gold deposit in the immediate vicinity, the company is remarkably well-placed to bridge the gap between exploration and production.

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

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• Vivakor’s Q1 2025 revenue soared 133% year-over-year to $37.3 million
• The company announced a special dividend to shareholders, distributing shares in Adapti Inc. as part of a non-cash value initiative
• Vivakor specializes in sustainable energy transport, reuse, and remediation, critical as oil demand persists and environmental urgency rises

Despite growing investment in renewable energy, the world continues to run on oil and will for decades to come. From manufacturing solar panels to powering global transport, fossil fuels remain deeply embedded in every corner of industrial life. But as the environmental toll of this dependency grows harder to ignore, a middle path is gaining momentum: sustainably managing the dirty byproducts of oil while continuing to support energy demand. That’s exactly where Vivakor (NASDAQ: VIVK) has carved its niche; offering integrated solutions that transport, store, reuse, and remediate energy materials across the U.S.

A Record Start 

Vivakor kicked off the year with impressive momentum, reporting a 133% increase in revenue to $37.3 million for Q1 2025. Gross profit jumped 345% to $4.8 million, supported by a healthy gross margin of 12.7%. The lion’s share of revenue came from terminaling and storage services ($23.8 million), while transportation logistics, including related-party operations, contributed $13.5 million.

CEO James Ballengee attributed the performance to Vivakor’s strong long-term contracts and operational adjustments amid global uncertainties, including softening crude prices. “Our midstream assets—vehicles, trailers, pipelines, terminals—are contracted at the highest revenue levels in our company’s history,” said Ballengee. “We anticipate further expansion to support increasing demand.”

While Vivakor posted an operating loss of $6.4 million for the quarter, this figure included $8.2 million in non-cash expenses such as depreciation, amortization, and asset disposition. The company’s adjusted EBITDA turned positive, reaching $319,000 compared to a slight loss a year earlier.

Vivakor ended the quarter with $248.2 million in total assets and $108.8 million in stockholders’ equity, underscoring its growing footprint in the U.S. energy infrastructure landscape.

Sustainable Energy Services 

Vivakor doesn’t promise a fossil-free utopia; it offers tangible solutions to modern energy problems. Operating one of the largest oilfield trucking fleets in the continental U.S., the company plays a central role in safely moving, storing, and processing crude oil and oilfield waste. Its remediation facilities are built to recover, reuse, and dispose of petroleum byproducts with minimal environmental impact.

This model not only supports existing energy infrastructure but also provides a cleaner, more responsible way to manage oil’s lifecycle. As solar and wind buildouts accelerate, the irony remains: they rely on oil at nearly every stage, from raw material extraction to panel deployment. Until a true fossil fuel alternative emerges, companies like Vivakor that handle the “messy middle” will be critical players.

Creating Value Beyond the Core Business

In addition to its operational achievements, Vivakor also made headlines by announcing a special dividend for shareholders. The dividend consists of shares in Adapti Inc., a tech firm that leverages AI to match products with influencers through its AdaptAI platform.

Vivakor owns roughly 206,595 shares in Adapti (approximately 13.5% of its outstanding common stock) and will distribute a portion of that equity to shareholders, excluding shares held by Vivakor executives who have waived their right to participate. Based on current valuations, the dividend is worth approximately $0.815 million.

This move not only rewards investors but highlights Vivakor’s non-traditional approach to value creation, using owned equity stakes in outside ventures as an asset strategy.

Positioned for a New Era of Energy Accountability

The energy transition isn’t just about replacing oil. It’s about managing its risks, cleaning up its footprint, and building systems that are both scalable and sustainable. Vivakor’s end-to-end platform fits neatly into this reality, offering a responsible solution in a world that still runs on hydrocarbons.

From rising revenues to shareholder-friendly policies, Vivakor is proving that cleaner energy services and solid business performance don’t have to be mutually exclusive. And as 2025 unfolds, the company looks well-positioned to continue growing its reach, while helping the oil-driven world we inherited operate more sustainably.

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

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• BluSky AI delivers mission-critical infrastructure supporting AI, ML, and HPC applications.
• SkyMod modules are prefabricated, scalable, and optimized for rapid plug-and-play deployment.
• The company’s data center designs emphasize sustainability with support for renewable energy.
• BluSky’s infrastructure-first model addresses universal AI compute needs across industries.
• A veteran leadership team combines expertise in telecom, finance, and advanced technologies.

BluSky AI (OTC: BSAI) is pioneering the next generation of AI infrastructure through modular, rapidly deployable data centers that meet the escalating compute demands of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and high-performance computing. The company’s mission is to empower AI innovators by eliminating infrastructure bottlenecks and accelerating time-to-compute with energy-efficient, scalable solutions.

Rather than betting on individual AI applications, BluSky AI addresses the universal need for compute power—positioning itself as a foundational layer in the AI revolution. Its infrastructure-first approach enables clients to focus on innovation while the company delivers the critical backbone powering tomorrow’s breakthroughs.

BluSky AI is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Products

BluSky AI’s core offering is its SkyMod series of modular data centers—pre-assembled, scalable compute units designed specifically for AI workloads. The flagship SkyMod One delivers 1 MW of compute power in a compact 1,400-square-foot footprint, while the SkyMod XL offers 1.7 MW in 3,000 square feet. These units are fully assembled off-site, tested, and shipped ready for plug-and-play deployment either on BluSky-owned land or client facilities.

SkyMod modules integrate NVIDIA GPUs and are optimized for high-density AI applications such as generative AI, large language models, inference engines, and scientific computing. Built for rapid scaling and high efficiency, each system includes advanced cooling, secure infrastructure, and dynamic workload balancing to support evolving client needs.

The company’s data centers are engineered for sustainability, incorporating renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and geothermal where available. By deploying on powered land assets, BluSky AI shortens lead times and lowers costs, creating a fast, flexible alternative to traditional monolithic data centers.

Market Opportunity

The global data center market was valued at $347.6 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $652.0 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 11.2%, driven by the rapid expansion of AI, machine learning, and IoT adoption, according to Grand View Research. As enterprises demand faster, more scalable compute solutions, modular infrastructure like BluSky AI’s SkyMod series offers a compelling alternative to legacy data center models.

With North America accounting for over 40% of the global market and the U.S. expected to grow at a 10.7% CAGR from 2025 to 2030, BluSky AI is well-positioned to capture demand for AI-optimized infrastructure that can be deployed rapidly and cost-effectively. By focusing on GPU-centric, modular deployments tied to energy infrastructure, the company addresses a growing gap between compute demand and deployment speed in the AI era.

Leadership Team

Trent D’Ambrosio, Chief Executive Officer, is a seasoned executive with a track record in telecommunications, hedge fund management, and natural resource development. He previously sold the first transatlantic fiber cable, built a successful gold mining company, and now leads BluSky AI with a vision to revolutionize AI infrastructure through strategic energy integration and rapid deployment.

Julien Bedard, Chief Technology Officer, is a pioneering technologist known for launching the first Bitcoin escrow and anti-fraud service. At BluSky AI, he oversees cloud architecture, cybersecurity, infrastructure automation, and the development of AI-native data center technology, ensuring scalability and resilience across deployments.

Dan Gay, Chief Operating Officer, has Fortune 500 executive leadership in telecom, technology, and energy, as well as start-up experience with finance and blockchain companies. At MCI and Qwest, he launched new service and sales centers and directed National Account Sales. He has been a successful CMO in brand creation, product development, partnerships, and revenue generation programs to expand company awareness, sales, and revenue.

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

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