The Blockchain Futurist Conference Florida 2025 is preparing to ignite Miami this November 5–6, delivering a high-energy, future-forward experience where Web3, crypto, and AI collide. Now just days away, the event has officially released its full agenda, offering a first look at the groundbreaking conversations, powerhouse speakers and cultural moments set to define this year’s show.

Hosted at DAER inside the iconic Hard Rock Guitar Resort, the 2025 Futurist Conference marks the event’s first-ever U.S. edition and promises an immersive two-day lineup built for builders, innovators, investors, creators and future-thinkers shaping digital economies.

From the moment doors open on Day 1, attendees will move through a packed schedule across the Main Stage, Rooftop Stage and Argentum AI Stage, each programmed to spark ideas, expand networks and accelerate the next wave of industry breakthroughs.

Expect big-picture keynotes on AI regulation, tokenized economies, and global crypto adoption, followed by high-impact panels diving into real-world implementation: DeFi, stablecoins, on-chain identity, decentralized governance, and scaling crypto infrastructure. And yes, signature rooftop energy returns, delivering Miami vibes, skyline views and open-air conversations that fuel the best deal-flow and discoveries.

The second day pushes deeper into execution and strategy. Venture insights, startup showcases, and hands-on technical explorations give founders, developers and investors real pathways to build and deploy.

The Argentum AI Stage, anchored by the fifth-annual AI Futurist program, shines a spotlight on the intersection of AI and Web3, exploring decentralized AI systems, hybrid compute, next-gen token models and the future of intelligent autonomous networks.

Agenda Highlights

With the release of the official schedule, attendees can now explore cornerstone sessions including:

• The Future of Cross-Border Payments: How Blockchain and Digital Currencies Are Transforming Global Trade & Finance
• Stablecoins & Market Liquidity: Safety Net or Volatility Driver?
• DAOs & the Future of Governance: Rethinking Decision-Making in a Decentralized Era
• Beyond the Hype: NFTs and the Next Evolution of Digital Ownership

Explore the full schedule here: https://www.futuristconference.com/schedule

Combined with fireside chats, live demos, AI workshops and brand activations across two expo floors and 30+ VIP cabanas, Futurist Miami is engineered for discovery, access and acceleration.

True to the Futurist identity, this year’s programming blends cutting-edge industry content with cultural pulse and star presence. With celebrity-led discussions, creator-driven projects, and emerging tech talent on stage, the conference continues its role as a cultural bridge, where mainstream meets metaverse and influence meets innovation.

The Future Arrives in Miami

As the Miami tech scene continues to surge, Futurist 2025 lands at the perfect moment: when Web3 and AI are transitioning from theory to global impact, and the builders leading that shift are ready to share what comes next.

Whether you’re scaling a protocol, launching a startup, investing in the next wave or simply ready to learn from the leaders shaping tomorrow’s digital world, the only place to be this November is Blockchain Futurist Conference Florida 2025.

Bring your questions. Bring your curiosity. Bring your ambition. The future isn’t waiting, it’s being built at Blockchain Futurist.

For more information, visit www.FuturistConference.com.

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• Trilogy Metals CEO Tony Giardini discussed the Ambler Road, also known as the Ambler Access Project, that links the Dalton Highway to the Ambler Mining District.
• Interview touched on the granting of the road permits, what makes this part of Alaska so special, and the timeline of the work.
• Giardini also commented on the federal equity stake in Trilogy, upcoming key milestones for the company, and his thoughts on the most important metals for the economy and national security.

Tony Giardini, the CEO of Trilogy Metals (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ), a mineral exploration and development company, recently sat down for a chat about the Ambler Road with Rick Van Nieuwenhuyse, Chair of Valhalla Metals. 

The Ambler Road is a 211-mile industrial-use-only road connecting Alaska’s Dalton Highway to the Ambler Mining District. The road is a key piece of infrastructure that enables the exploration and development of the Ambler Mining District.

The conversation began with both executives talking about the history of the Ambler area and the efforts to secure road access. It then moved to the recent news of the federal government’s decision under Section 1106 of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (“ANILCA”), which grants the permits for the Ambler Road.

This move by the U.S. administration unlocks one of the richest mineral districts in the country, which is home to the Arctic and Bornite deposits. President Trump also directed all relevant agencies to promptly grant and finalize all permits needed to ensure the area may be accessed for economic, mining, industrial, and commercial purposes.

In regards to the Presidential approval, Giardini called it more than a permit and said it’s really a legislatively backed pathway to unlock the district. Giardini continued to speak on how this area of Alaska is known for exceptional metal grades and the diversity of the different metals there, such as copper, zinc, cobalt, and precious metals.

Later in the chat, Giardini was asked about the Department of War’s 10% equity investment in Trilogy. He said that it was massive for not only the company, but also the district in general, as federal involvement brings validation to the importance of the project, creates stability, mitigates long-term risks, and shows how important these metals are to both the economy and national security.

Giardini was also asked about the key upcoming milestones for Trilogy, and he responded by saying that these include finalizing the road development plan, securing funding for the initial construction, and resuming project activities at the Ambler Mining District

When asked about the current and projected market dynamics, Giardini highlighted copper’s role as the backbone of energy infrastructure. He also added that cobalt and zinc are going to be crucial for batteries and storage technologies.

The conversation ends with Giardini stating he’s excited about the exploration potential of the district, and that he looks forward to seeing the road advance in a meaningful fashion.

About Trilogy Metals Inc. (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ)

Trilogy Metals Inc. is a mineral exploration and development company, with a focus on advancing critical mineral assets in Alaska. The company has the vision of responsibly developing the Ambler Mining District into a source of important minerals, while also delivering value to shareholders and local communities.

For more information, visit www.TrilogyMetals.com.

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to TMQ are available in the company’s newsroom at ibn.fm/TMQ

• BluSky AI’s modular data centers will reflect the next generation of AI infrastructure, created to quickly meet the increasing demand for high-performance computing (“HPC”) and AI
• The firm’s SkyMod(TM) units will soon help deliver energy-efficient, scalable infrastructure capable of powering ML, AI, and data-intensive workloads
• By making efforts to solve the global need for computing power, the company is strategically positioning itself as a future leader in the AI revolution

While the tech industry has become fond of the use of large data centers, they now risk becoming outdated before being fully completed. More specifically, today’s evolving requirements of AI make it challenging for them to keep up. BluSky AI (OTC: BSAI) is reimagining the digital backbone of the AI era with an efficient, infrastructure-centered approach. With headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah, the company is preparing to lead the future of the AI infrastructure through a new Neocloud network, to be hosted by its web of SkyMod(TM) data centers, called AI Factories. These technologies are proprietary to BSAI. The custom-built solution will support the increasing computational needs of machine learning, AI, and high-performance computing applications (ibn.fm/B3sRR).

With global AI ambitions severely impacted by limitations in access to compute power, the firm will soon provide flexible, fast, and lasting solutions. BluSky AI’s Neocloud, through the SkyMod series of prefabricated data centers, such as SkyMod(TM) XL and SkyMod(TM) One, will supply a ready-to-use network that will meet the compute-intensive needs of AI training and language-learning models. Every SkyMod is designed and built off-site, then deployed for use on either client facilities or powered land leased or owned by BlueSky AI, significantly reducing infrastructure and time-to-compute costs.

Within the past two quarters of 2025, BluSky AI has achieved major milestones to put them in a great position to leverage its network. The company announced six new sites spanning 130 acres and 85 MW of power across Utah, Colorado, Arizona and Nevada. In pursuit of a future NASDAQ listing, partnerships with Lilac to distribute a GPU marketplace partnership, and the re-engineering of a major chip manufacturer’s GPU to  fit for the SkyMod Factories, further expand BSAI’s ecosystem.

Building on its record of innovation, BluSky AI recently received an annual innovation achievement award from Utah Business in the manufacturing and development category. The firm’s leadership has broad experience in finance, telecoms, and technology. Dan Gay, the COO, has decades of operational leadership in the energy and technology fields, supporting the firm’s growing market partnership and expansion. CEO Trent D’Ambrosio is experienced in energy integration strategy and global telecom innovation. Julien Bedard, the CTO, comes with experience in cybersecurity, cloud architecture, and blockchain infrastructure.

With the rapid growth of AI adoption globally, the need for efficient, scalable compute power is on the rise. The global data center market is expected to reach $652 billion by 2030 from $347.6 billion in 2024, catalyzed by generative AI, machine learning, and Internet of Things adoption. BluSky AI’s GPU-centric design and rapid-deployment model give it strong leverage in the global market.

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

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to BSAI are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/BSAI

• Nightfood Holdings Inc. recently announced that the company is generating approximately $10 million in annual revenue
• The revenue comes from the company’s diversified portfolio of AI robotics and hospitality assets
• NGTF also recently announced that the company’s expanding the robotic live pilot programs beyond the hospitality industry

Nightfood Holdings (OTCQB: NGTF), dba TechForce Robotics, an AI robotics company, recently announced that it is generating around $10 million in annualized revenue, a result of its diverse portfolio of income-producing hospitality and robotics assets. The company’s acquisition strategy is central to this growth, highlighted by its recent purchase of the 120-room Hilton Garden Inn in Rancho Mirage for approximately $52.8 million. This marks its fifth acquisition in under two years as it continues to build an integrated robotics ecosystem that combines real estate with advanced automation.

The company has evolved into a revenue-generating high-growth business built on not only recent hotel acquisitions, but also an expanding Robotics-as-a-Service (“RaaS”) platform. NGTF has also integrated automation into the hotels it owns to not only reduce costs, boost efficiency, and improve guest experience, but also to optimize, validate, and scale the technology.

Speaking about the milestone, CEO of NGTF, Jimmy Chan, stated that “Reaching the $10 million annualized revenue mark represents a defining milestone and validates our integrated growth model,”.

He added that “Our hotel acquisitions and RaaS platform are working in tandem to deliver measurable results and create long-term shareholder value. We remain focused on executing our roadmap and scaling our presence in the rapidly evolving hospitality automation market.” 

NGTF is also planning to uplist to a national exchange and is aligned to meet uplisting requirements thanks to the high-margin potential of the company’s AI robotics, along with recurring revenue from the hotels.

While the focus has been on the hospitality industry, NGTF also recently announced that the company is expanding the robotic live pilot programs beyond hospitality into a variety of other spaces. This includes casinos, stadiums, convention centers, shopping malls, schools, and assisted living facilities.

These pilot programs feature the company’s robots helping with various tasks like handling laundry, waste management, and cooking. This step is a major milestone for the company as it transitions from development to deployment.

Ried Floco, President of NGTF, said that “By validating performance across multiple real-world settings, we’re proving that our technology is adaptable, reliable, and ready for mass deployment.” 

When speaking about the response to the pilots, Chan added that “The data has been overwhelmingly positive, showing measurable operational efficiencies and strong user acceptance. Each pilot provides valuable insights that we’re rapidly implementing as we scale production to meet growing demand.” 

About Nightfood Holdings Inc. (OTCQB: NGTF)

Nightfood Holdings Inc. (OTCQB: NGTF), doing business as TechForce Robotics, is an emerging robotics company that is developing and deploying AI-powered automation across a variety of industries. It has the aim of delivering scalable robots that boost efficiency, improve safety, and streamline operations.

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

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to NGTF are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/NGTF

• Strawberry Fields REIT, Inc., a self-administered real estate investment trust, posted its AFFO for Q2 2025 at $18.4 million, up from $14.3 million during the same period in 2024
• From 33 Skilled Nursing Facilities (“SNF”) in 2015, the Company has grown its portfolio to 142 healthcare facilities, totaling over 15,500 licensed beds across 10 states in the U.S.
• Founder, CEO, and Chairman, Moishe Gubin, built Strawberry Fields with an operator point of view, while focusing on the real estate side of things
• By combining a unique knowledge of the healthcare and real estate industries, the Company positioned itself to carve out a growing market share and assert its place as a leader in the industry
• The Company is set to announce its Q3 financial results on November 6 after the close of market and hold its quarterly earnings call on November 7

Strawberry Fields REIT (NYSE: AMERICAN: STRW) (the “Company”), a self-administered real estate investment trust engaged in the ownership, acquisition, and leasing of skilled nursing and specific other healthcare-related properties, posted $18.4 million in Adjusted Funds From Operations (“AFFO”) for Q2 2025, a significant growth from $14.3 million during the same period in 2024. While announcing the milestone, the Company’s Chairman and CEO, Moishe Gubin, lauded the benefits of its master lease structure and acknowledged the Company’s strongest quarter since its founding.

“I am pleased to be reporting a very strong second quarter. Our earnings are the strongest they have been since the Company was founded 10 years ago,” he noted.

Strawberry Fields has experienced consistent growth since its founding. This growth can be attributed mainly to its management, led by Moishe Gubin, the Chairman, CEO, and Founder, along with Jefferey Bajtner, the Chief Investment Officer, and Greg Flamion, the Chief Financial Officer. Today, the Company directly impacts tens of thousands of lives across the United States. 

Beginning in 2003, Gubin and his operating partner, Michael Blisko, the CEO of Infinity Health Care Management, set out to acquire and operate Skilled Nursing Facility (“SNF”) properties. Between 2003 and 2014, they grew the portfolio to 33 facilities in Illinois and Indiana. In 2015, Gubin founded Strawberry Fields with the bold ambition to aggressively expand across the United States.

“We spun off Strawberry Fields REIT in 2015 with 33 facilities, in Indiana and Illinois. Our goal at the time was to diversify operators and locations,” Gubin noted (https://ibn.fm/02tj8).

By combining a unique knowledge of the healthcare and real estate industries, the Company, under the leadership of Gubin, was well positioned to carve out market share. To this day, it targets high-quality healthcare operating companies in the Skilled Nursing and Acute sectors and has built a thriving network of carefully selected facilities. In addition, its deep ties with industry leaders position Strawberry Fields strategically to partner with future-focused operators, a factor that sets it apart from other players. 

Since 2015, the focus has been strictly on the real estate side, acquiring and leasing, while letting others handle operations. Yet, having worked in the industry, Mr. Gubin understood what went into the business, what to watch out for, and what he could do differently to stand out from the rest of the market players.

“Since I actually worked at the original nursing homes, I started this Company with an operator point of view. The Company evaluates deals as if we were going to be operating it: what deal would we make, how would we buy, what kind of services would we provide? Then we find a tenant that has a similar point of view,” he added (https://ibn.fm/eSl2V).

The Company now holds long-term leasehold interests in 142 healthcare facilities, totaling over 15,500 licensed beds across ten states in the United States. In addition, given its due diligence and pragmatism in selecting tenants and partners for its projects, the Company has never missed a single rent payment over the past 10 years.

“We’ve collected 100% of our rents and haven’t written off a bad loan. I think our stock is perfect for a more conservative investment with a better yield,” Gubin noted (https://ibn.fm/eSl2V).

Going forward, Strawberry Fields is on an aggressive market expansion plan. Recently, the Company acquired nine SNFs in Missouri, totaling 686 beds for $59 million. It also acquired an 80-bed SNF in Oklahoma for $4.25 million and a 124-bed facility comprising 108 skilled nursing beds and 16 assisted living beds near Poplar Bluff, Missouri (https://ibn.fm/hAWOG). Gubin has noted that these expansions demonstrate the Company’s financial discipline and consistency, while also offering a glimpse into its future.

The Company is set to release its Q3 2025 financial results on November 6 after the close of market, with experts optimistic about the Company maintaining its disciplined investment strategy following Q2 performance. On November 7, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time, the Company’s management team will be holding its quarterly conference call/webcast to discuss the 2025 third quarter results and invites current and prospective investors to join. A live webcast of the conference call can also be accessed, on a listen-only basis, using this link (https://ibn.fm/Iizh9).

For Company information, visit the Company’s website at www.StrawberryFieldsREIT.com.

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to STRW are available in the Company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/STRW

• The ‘Box Cleaner,’ an autonomous industrial robotics cleaning system, will be trialed at Helsingborg Port in Sweden, one of the most advanced and sustainability-focused ports in Scandinavia.
• The robot operates autonomously for extended periods, leveraging AI-driven navigation and edge-computing to optimize energy and water usage.
• Built on Micropolis’ M2 platform, the system will collect operational data during trials to refine performance ahead of commercial rollout in Europe and the Middle East.
• The project supports sustainability goals by reducing manual labor, emissions, and resource consumption in port and industrial cleaning operations.
• The collaboration expands Micropolis’ reach beyond security and law enforcement robotics into broader industrial and infrastructure applications.

Micropolis (NYSE American: MCRP), a pioneer in unmanned ground vehicles (“UGVs”) and AI-driven security solutions, announced that it has entered into an agreement with Helsingborgs Hamn AB, operator of the Port of Helsingborg in Sweden, and MCS Robotics AB, a Swedish robotics firm, to jointly develop and test the Box Cleaner, an autonomous robotic cleaning system designed for port and industrial environments (https://ibn.fm/HJXkz).

The Box Cleaner is built on Micropolis’ proprietary M2 platform, integrating the company’s AI navigation software, edge-computing architecture, and autonomous control systems. Designed for large outdoor and semi-industrial environments, the robot performs precision cleaning operations over extended periods without human intervention.

The platform’s capabilities include adaptive route planning, object recognition, and dynamic resource optimization, allowing the robot to minimize water and power consumption while maintaining consistent operational output. The company expects the trial to yield detailed operational data for refining performance metrics ahead of broader commercialization.

The pilot program will take place at Helsingborgs Hamn, one of Sweden’s busiest ports and a recognized hub for innovation in logistics and sustainability. The trial will test the Box Cleaner in real-world conditions: on container surfaces, paved storage areas, and heavy-use zones, to evaluate how the system performs across varying weather, traffic, and debris conditions.

For Helsingborgs Hamn, the collaboration fits into a long-term plan to digitize port operations and reduce the environmental footprint of logistical infrastructure. The port has been an early adopter of green initiatives, including automation and electrification of cargo handling.

Micropolis CEO Fareed Aljawhari emphasized the importance of cross-border cooperation in developing and deploying practical robotics solutions. “This partnership with two renowned Swedish companies in the robotics and marine logistics space demonstrates how international collaboration can accelerate the deployment of practical robotic solutions,” Aljawhari said, adding that “Working alongside Helsingborgs Hamn AB and MCS Robotics allows us to validate our technologies in one of Europe’s leading ports, while aligning with the global shift toward smart, sustainable operations.”

The project’s collaborative model, uniting AI development, robotics engineering, and operational testing, reflects a growing trend in industrial automation. Robotics manufacturers are increasingly working directly with end users in logistics and transport to ensure that new systems meet the operational and regulatory demands of their environments.

The Box Cleaner project marks another step in Micropolis’ diversification strategy. While the company is widely known for its AI-driven autonomous patrol vehicles deployed in security and law enforcement, most recently in partnership with Dubai Police, its modular technology is designed to adapt across multiple industries.

Micropolis’ underlying software and hardware architecture are built to support various applications, including urban logistics, infrastructure management, and environmental services. By entering the industrial automation sector, the company broadens its commercial base and demonstrates the scalability of its autonomous systems.

Furthermore, the collaboration with Helsingborgs Hamn and MCS Robotics reinforces Micropolis’ growing international presence. With operations and partnerships now spanning the Middle East, Europe, and Asia, the company continues to demonstrate its adaptability and technical credibility in multiple sectors.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.Micropolis.ai.

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to MCRP are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/MCRP

• The company is targeting a production goal of 1,000 barrels of oil equivalent (“BOE”) per day by year-end 2026, and continues to evaluate drilling sites across its Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas leases.
• Its vertically integrated operations leverage AI-enabled wellsite monitoring, while collaboration with OneQode ensures secure, real-time data flow for production optimization.
• Recent partnerships and infrastructure upgrades align with U.S. energy independence goals and digital resilience.

Safe & Green Holdings (NASDAQ: SGBX) has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Olenox Energy Corp., a vertically integrated energy company, is advancing an aggressive drilling program set to begin in the fourth quarter of 2025. The initiative, part of the company’s strategy to strengthen its energy production base, will expand across 2026 as Olenox ramps up both legacy and new well development within its oil and gas portfolio.

Olenox has started initial reviews of several drilling sites on leases it currently holds in Texas, Kansas, and Oklahoma. The company intends to complete at least one new drilling project before the end of 2025 and to expand the campaign into a broader development schedule in 2026.

“While we are still bringing on legacy production on our leases, the company is committed to generate new production through an aggressive drilling program to meet our internal goal of 1,000 BOE a day by the end of 2026,” said Michael McLaren, CEO of Olenox Corp., in a recent announcement (https://ibn.fm/RTNKS).

The company’s approach combines the revitalization of existing wellsites with new drilling and targeted acquisitions. “Through legacy wellsite revitalization, drilling and acquisitions, the company will push to meet or exceed these targets by year-end 2026,” McLaren said.

Olenox operates through three complementary divisions: Oil and Gas, Oilfield Services , and Technologies. This integration allows the company to manage the full lifecycle of its operations, from field production to service support and advanced recovery techniques.

The company’s Technologies unit utilizes proprietary plasma pulse and ultrasonic cleaning tools to enhance wellbore productivity. These systems enable Olenox to recondition underperforming wells, extend equipment lifespan, and reduce the environmental footprint of its operations.

Supporting its drilling and production efforts is Olenox’s ongoing collaboration with OneQode, a global technology firm specializing in high-performance network infrastructure. The two companies are working under an Open Collaborative Framework (“OCF”) to modernize Olenox’s digital backbone and field communication systems.

The partnership is even more relevant, following a recent global Amazon Web Services (“AWS”) outage that disrupted major online platforms and exposed vulnerabilities in legacy internet infrastructure. In response, Olenox announced that it was deploying OneQode’s high-reliability network to ensure consistent two-way communication between remote wellsites and control centers (https://ibn.fm/gFpaq).

“It is critical to Olenox that data collection and two-way communication in the field is reliable, providing us with the ability to perform at maximum efficiency with little downtime while also meeting environmental commitments,” McLaren said. “If critical data, such as sour well leak detection or spills, is not sent or received on time, that can cause thousands of hours lost and possible environmental issues.”

OneQode’s CEO, Matt Shearing, noted that most existing cloud infrastructure was built on technology over 25 years old. “This outage was no surprise for us. AWS and other infrastructure companies have been building for decades without any substantial changes to their underlying foundation … This is why we’ve designed our platform to be fundamentally different,” Shearing said in a joint statement highlighting OneQode’s focus on performance, sovereignty, and digital resilience. 

The OCF partnership is initially focusing on integrating OneQode’s digital infrastructure with Olenox’s operational technology to enhance automation, production monitoring, and environmental performance. This aligns with Olenox’s deployment of AI-based monitoring systems, supported by Machfu’s Edge to Enterprise(R) platform, to provide real-time visibility into wellsite conditions. These systems can autonomously adjust pumpjack operations, reduce lifting costs, and minimize downtime.

The integration of these technologies strengthens Olenox’s environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) framework. By automating well control and minimizing human error, the company aims to reduce emissions and waste while improving overall energy efficiency.

The renewed drilling strategy coincides with a period of increasing focus on U.S. energy independence. Domestic producers have been incentivized to scale output amid fluctuating global oil markets and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. Olenox’s portfolio strategy, acquiring and optimizing underdeveloped oil and gas assets, fits into this context. The company targets properties with established infrastructure and overlooked potential, enabling rapid production ramp-up with comparatively low capital expenditure.

“With oil production picking up and the refocusing of our manufacturing on container builds, we look forward to a stellar 2026 for SGBX and its subsidiaries,” McLaren said.

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

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to SGBX are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/SGBX

• Thermostable vaccine technology is considered a significant unmet need in epidemic preparedness.
• Soligenix has been developing formulations intended to remain stable even when stored for extended periods at temperatures above 40°C.
• Soligenix’s ThermoVax(R) technology has broad applicability in Emerging Infectious Disease.

Current vaccines for Ebola and similar filoviruses face a major deployment barrier: Most require storage between 2°C and 8°C throughout transport, making them vulnerable to spoilage when exposed to the high ambient heat common in many outbreak regions (https://ibn.fm/MZWfk). Soligenix (NASDAQ: SNGX), a late-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in biodefense and rare disease vaccines, has published a peer-reviewed summary of new scientific data demonstrating long-term high-temperature stability of its protein subunit vaccine platform designed for Ebola and Marburg-related viruses (https://ibn.fm/F2JpN).

The World Health Organization estimates that more than 50% of vaccine doses globally are wasted each year due to breakdown in the cold chain, driven largely by inadequate temperature control during transport and storage (https://ibn.fm/WJsm6). Studies report that live-attenuated and recombinant vector vaccines begin losing potency when exposed for even short durations above 30°C.

In sub-Saharan Africa, where Ebola virus outbreaks have occurred, standard ambient temperatures often exceed 35°C, and supply routes can take days or weeks, making cold-chain maintenance costly and sometimes even physically impossible (https://ibn.fm/lbM9v). This is compounded by the fact that Ebola vaccines require ultra-cold storage at –60°C to –80°C prior to distribution.

Thermostable vaccine technology is considered a significant unmet need in epidemic preparedness. Moreover, the African CDC has publicly stated that heat-stable vaccines would eliminate one of the biggest sources of logistic failure during early-stage outbreak response. These durability constraints apply not only to Ebola but to other filoviruses and Category A biothreat agents prioritized by U.S. government biodefense funding.

Soligenix has been developing formulations intended to remain stable even when stored for extended periods at temperatures above 40°C, a capability that could transform global outbreak response readiness. The company’s publication, titled “Development of Thermostable Filovirus Vaccines Using Protein Subunit Technology,” outlines preclinical data showing that the company’s filovirus vaccine antigens, formulated with its proprietary ThermoVax(R) platform, maintained structural integrity and immunogenicity after 12 months of storage at 40°C. The same formulation also outperformed unstabilized comparators that degraded significantly under identical conditions. Most recently, this stability window was increased to at least 2 years (24 months) at 40°C (https://ibn.fm/9E1ba). The publication expands earlier work funded through ongoing U.S. government contracts with BARDA and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.

Soligenix’s approach does not rely on viral vectors or mRNA encapsulation but instead uses protein subunit antigens, a modality with a long safety track record, paired with a lyophilized heat-stabilizing formulation. Because the vaccine is freeze dried into a solid form, it does not require refrigeration and can be reconstituted at the point of care with standard diluent. If scaled, this could allow an entire outbreak-readiness stockpile capable of being stored at room temperature in strategic global hubs for years at a time without potency loss.

Importantly, Soligenix’s ThermoVax(R) technology is not limited to Ebola. The company has applied the same thermal stabilization method across candidate vaccines for Ricin toxin, COVID-19, Marburg virus and Sudan ebolavirus, creating the potential for a unified platform approach. The new publication adds further validation after government-funded preclinical testing and puts the company in position to seek additional nondilutive biodefense contracts.

While the publication does not include human clinical data, the ability to deliver vaccines that remain fully active after one year at 40°C represents a significant preclinical milestone if reproduced at scale. For global health agencies and defense authorities, the implications are strategic: Vaccine stockpiles could be positioned in African or Southeast Asian regions without fear of heat-related spoilage, dramatically reducing time lost to cold-chain transport. As climate volatility increases and outbreak frequency rises, thermostable vaccines are considered essential for next-generation pandemic preparedness.

Soligenix plans to advance its ThermoVax-enabled filovirus vaccines toward further regulatory development in coordination with U.S. federal partners. The publication marks one of the strongest public demonstrations to date that a protein-based vaccine platform, traditionally viewed as less rugged outside controlled environments, can match or exceed the heat stability performance targeted by synthetic or nanoparticle-stabilized platforms. If validated in human trials, this work could place Soligenix at the center of future global procurement strategies focused on readiness rather than reactive response.

For more information, visit www.Soligenix.com.

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to SNGX are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/SNGX

The Blockchain Futurist Conference Florida 2025, now in its eighth edition and first-ever U.S. event, is gearing up to deliver an unforgettable experience shaping the future of Web3, crypto, and AI. Taking place November 5–6, 2025, at DAER inside the iconic Hard Rock Guitar Hotel, this festival-style conference will be the ultimate destination for high-impact networking and deal flow.

The conference recently announced two major celebrity headliners: Iggy Azalea and Tristan Thompson, adding star power to this year’s lineup. Thrust will host a fireside chat featuring Iggy Azalea, world-renowned musician and Founder of $MOTHER, in an exclusive session titled “The Death of Celebrity Coins.”

NBA Champion and entrepreneur Tristan Thompson, Co-Founder of basketball.fun, will take the stage as part of the panel “The Great Leap: How Web3 Becomes a Mainstream Reality,” exploring how blockchain and emerging technologies are entering everyday life.

The conference will bring together more than 200 speakers, including Tom Bilyeu, world-renowned podcaster and Co-Founder of Impact Theory; Brian J. Esposito, CEO of Diamond Lake Minerals; Shan Aggarwal, Chief Business Officer at Coinbase; Dr. Ben Goertzel, CEO of SingularityNET; David Shallenberger of the Utah House of Representatives; and N3on, influential digital creator and CEO of N3on Media.

The conference will feature two floors of expo booths showcasing leading Web3 and AI companies. Attendees are encouraged to visit the Nexa booth, one of the largest at the event. Nexa, a programmable digital value protocol, continues to push the boundaries of traditional blockchain technology. To learn more, attendees can hear directly from Andrew Stone, Lead Developer at Nexa / Bitcoin Unlimited, who will take the main stage on November 5.

Unique to the Futurist Conference is its signature VIP Cabana Area, where leading companies host private cabanas for meetings with investors and industry leaders. This year, DAER Dayclub will feature over 30 company cabanas, including DeLorean Labs, a project built on the Sui Network. Attendees can also hear from Evan Kuhn, President of DeLorean Labs, on November 5.

This year’s Futurist Conference Florida, marking its first edition in the United States, has already attracted over 60 sponsors across booth exhibits, VIP cabanas, speaking sessions, side events, and branding opportunities. Among them is the Brave Browser, a fast, private, and secure web browser that integrates Web3 functionality with privacy-first browsing.

The conference also attracts emerging projects entering the market, including SpearTrades, a next-generation crypto analytics and trading insights platform that helps traders make faster, smarter, and more informed decisions in volatile digital markets. Attendees can connect with the company at its expo booth or during an on-stage presentation by Sumit Arya, Founder and CEO of SpearTrades.

The most anticipated segment of this year’s show is the AI Futurist Conference. Now in its fifth year, the AI Futurist Conference will take over an entire day and stage, bringing together powerhouses in AI to explore the convergence of artificial intelligence and Web3. Presented by Argentum AI, the event’s Title Sponsor, the conference will spotlight Argentum’s human-friendly, AI-powered compute marketplace and its role in shaping the future of intelligent systems.

The conference also features a robust lineup of side events. One of the most highly awaited gatherings is the Happy Hour sponsored by Optio, a company building decentralized infrastructure for identity and trust. The event will take place on November 6 at Entice. To register for Optio Happy Hour and for a full list of side events, visit lu.ma/futurist_conference.

Blockchain Futurist Conference is one of North America’s longest-running and most immersive Web3 events. Now in its eighth year, Futurist has become a global hub for industry leaders shaping the future of crypto, Web3, and AI. For more information, visit www.futuristconference.com.

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• Memorandum of Understanding signed to acquire the Golden Arrow Project in Nevada’s Walker Lane Belt for US$5 million
• Acquisition adds 420,000 ounces of historic gold resources, expanding Fairchild’s Nevada landholding by 170%
• Executive Chairman Nikolas Perrault highlights disciplined growth strategy as analysts project gold surpassing $5,000 per ounce

The Golden Era of Gold Revisited

Gold has entered a defining moment. With prices hovering near record highs near $4,200 an ounce and some forecasts now calling for $5,000 gold within a year, the macro backdrop for precious metals has rarely looked stronger. Central banks continue to diversify out of fiat currencies, inflation remains stubbornly above target, and geopolitical risks are rewriting the global investment playbook.

Wheaton Precious Metals CEO Randy Smallwood told Bloomberg earlier this month that gold could “easily reach $10,000 an ounce before the end of the decade.” It’s not just investor demand driving the move; structural supply constraints and underinvestment in new discoveries are now colliding with a decade of monetary expansion. Against this backdrop, exploration and development companies with quality assets in Tier-1 jurisdictions are uniquely positioned to capture value as the next phase of the gold cycle unfolds.

Building a Nevada Powerhouse

Fairchild (TSX.V: FAIR) is positioning itself at the heart of this structural shift. The company recently announced a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) to acquire a 100% interest in the Golden Arrow Project, located along Nevada’s prolific Walker Lane Shear Zone. The advanced exploration stage project adds 40.5 square kilometers of mineral tenure and a historic resource of 420,000 ounces of gold grading 0.75 g/t Au and 11.27 g/t Ag.

Lending further credence, the property is just 96 kilometers east of Kinross Gold Corporation’s (TSX: K) (NYSE: KGC) Round Mountain Gold Mine, which is estimated to have contained 28 million ounces of gold.

The acquisition, valued at approximately US$5 million, or about US$12 per ounce in the ground, represents a highly strategic move that increases Fairchild’s Nevada landholding by 170% to 64.5 square kilometers. Once completed, Golden Arrow will sit alongside Fairchild’s flagship Nevada Titan Project, creating a consolidated portfolio within one of the world’s most mining-friendly jurisdictions.

Golden Arrow: A Historic Producer with Modern Potential

Discovered in 1905, Golden Arrow saw significant mining activity during the early 20th century, particularly at the Hidden Hill and Gold Coin deposits along the Page Fault Zone. While operations ceased in the 1940s, subsequent exploration by 12 companies since 1981, including over 61,000 meters of drilling, has outlined both high-grade veins and disseminated mineralization.

The project hosts a volcanic-hosted epithermal system overprinted by later hydrothermal events, providing strong geological indicators for expansion. The two main deposits remain open at depth and along strike, while 34 additional exploration targets, six of which are classified as high priority, have been identified through historical geophysical and geochemical surveys.

Fairchild plans to deploy modern AI-integrated geophysics, drone magnetics, and advanced geochemical analysis to refine targeting ahead of future drilling.

Strengthening the Technical Bench

As part of the Golden Arrow acquisition, Fairchild will appoint veteran mining engineer and consultant Guy Lauzier as Technical Director. Lauzier’s extensive global experience in advancing gold and base metal projects, combined with his leadership roles at companies such as Lundin, Trafigura, and Torex Gold, make him a strong asset. Known for his ability to bridge engineering excellence with practical execution, Lauzier has successfully guided projects from early-stage exploration through to production. His proven track record in mine development, feasibility, and operational execution positions him to drive the project’s advancement and long-term value creation.

A Disciplined Growth Model

Executive Chairman of Fairchild Gold, Nikolas Perrault, emphasized a pragmatic, data-driven growth model: “Our approach is simple—build value through high-quality, strategically located assets, advance them responsibly, and align exploration with strong market fundamentals.”

That approach extends beyond Nevada. The company also holds a 100% interest in the Fairchild Lake Property in Ontario’s underexplored Savant Lake Greenstone belt, offering additional upside exposure to gold in a Tier-1 jurisdiction.

Well-Financed for Expansion

Fairchild recently closed a C$1.1 million private placement, issuing 12.2 million units at C$0.09 per share with five-year warrants exercisable at C$0.15. Proceeds are earmarked to advance the company’s Nevada projects and strengthen working capital, providing the financial flexibility needed to execute on near-term milestones.

The financing structure, combined with the low-cost Golden Arrow acquisition terms, gives Fairchild room to expand exploration while minimizing dilution, a balance that investors often seek in emerging gold developers.

Positioned for a New Gold Paradigm

With analysts at Goldman Sachs forecasting $4,900 gold by late 2026 and Jefferies projecting levels as high as $6,600, the sector’s risk/reward balance appears increasingly asymmetric. As capital flows back into hard assets, the focus is shifting toward companies with scalable, technically sound projects in stable jurisdictions, criteria Fairchild clearly meets.

By combining the Nevada Titan Project’s porphyry-skarn copper-gold potential with the Golden Arrow Project’s defined resource base, Fairchild is constructing a portfolio that offers both near-term exploration catalysts and long-term leverage to rising metal prices.

As Perrault noted, “Nevada remains the epicenter of U.S. gold mining. We believe our assets—supported by disciplined leadership and technical depth—will position Fairchild as a meaningful participant in the next phase of the gold cycle.”

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

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to FAIR are available in the company’s newsroom at ibn.fm/FAIR