Author: Asia PEVC

Archipelago Video Summit Showcases How the Region is Reinventing for Significant Growth

The Archipelago Video Summit, held on 9 October in Jakarta, brought together over 150 senior executives from across Asia to explore the future of video in some of the world’s most dynamic markets of Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines.

In the opening keynote, Hermawan Sutanto, Managing Director of Vidio, shared how the platform is building a local streaming powerhouse around sports rights and original content to leverage a dual advertising and subscription revenue strategy. Sutanto emphasized that in Indonesia, “execution is everything” while also highlighting Vidio’s aggressive stance against piracy. He also outlined the use of AI in three key areas—hypertargeting user recommendations to drive subscriptions, process automation including customer service, and business innovation such as dynamic ad placement in live sports and local language translation for regional dialects. Looking ahead, he projected that the penetration of OTT streaming in Indonesia could double to 15% within the next five years.

In Reinventing for a Dynamic Future, Jane Jimenez-Basas, President & CEO of MediaQuest Holdings and Cignal TV, highlighted the Philippines’ unique media ecosystem and her vision to build a content-focused platform integrated with telco services. While linear TV continues to hold its ground, the real momentum is coming from streaming. However, with lower ARPU, strategic partnerships—such as device distribution and app launches—are essential to scaling reach and driving sustainable growth. “I’m trying to build a content focused ecosystem not a channel business,” said Jimenez-Basas. And with the success Cignal has had with micro-dramas particularly with younger audiences, Jimenez-Basas also revealed their ambition to produce AI-generated micro-dramas in the future.

Piracy remained a central theme throughout the summit. Gina Golda Pangaila, SVP, Legal, Anti-Piracy & Government Relation, Vidio, emphasized the need for a multi-layered, industry-wide approach, combining defensive measures like DRM and content protection with offensive strategies that enhance the consumer experience and investing in anti-piracy technologies. She also highlighted the critical role of AVIA and AVISI in lobbying governments to support these efforts. Darmawan Zaini, Chief Technology Officer, Vision+, also called for stronger consumer education—especially among younger audiences—and even suggested exploring penalties for those who consume pirated content. Ian Franklyn, Chief Revenue Officer, MainStreaming, echoed the urgency, and stressed the importance of real-time detection and rapid response especially for live content where pirates profit most and content owners face the greatest losses. “Piracy is no longer a nuisance—it’s organized crime. . .The goal is to give back power to the content owner,” said Franklyn.

On the future of satellite video, technology leaders from AsiaSat, MEASAT, and INTEGRASYS reaffirmed satellite’s relevance and cost effectiveness in reaching rural and underserved markets and playing a critical role in bridging the digital divide across Southeast Asia’s archipelagic geographies.

In the sessions focused on monetization strategies, speakers acknowledged that while Connected TV (CTV) adoption in Southeast Asia faces infrastructural and content acquisition challenges, its growth trajectory is accelerating rapidly. Tushar Tyagi, Head of Channel Partnerships, Samsung Ads, noted that the region is poised to leapfrog traditional development stages and move directly toward smart, data-driven outcomes, making education, standardization, and AI-powered addressability essential to unlocking CTV’s full monetization potential. The sessions also explored co-viewing trends and the power of contextual advertising, emphasizing the growing importance of data-driven personalization, with innovations in ad formats and audience segmentation helping to drive engagement across both linear and OTT platforms. Sachidananda Panda, President, Client, WPP Media, summed up the future of streaming with the “three I’s”—Intelligence, Integration, and Impact—underscoring the role of AI, cross-platform strategies, and effectiveness in shaping the next wave of video advertising.

The CEO Dialogue wrapped up the day with Mike Kerr, Managing Director, Asia, beIN Media Group, emphasizing the importance of disciplined content acquisition and strategic partnerships, particularly in sports, while cautioning against overreliance on traditional advertising models. Alexandre Muller, Managing Director APAC, TV5MONDE noted that Asia’s rapid adoption of new technologies continues to inspire innovation, but success requires deep local understanding and collaboration. The dialogue closed with a shared optimism for the region’s future, grounded in adaptability, innovation, and a commitment to building scalable, consumer-centric media ecosystems.

Archipelago Video Summit is proudly sponsored by Gold Sponsors Publica by IAS, Vidio and Vision+ and Silver Sponsors AsiaSat, INTEGRASYS, INVIDI, Magnite, MainStreaming and TV5MONDE.

About the Asia Video Industry Association

The Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) is the trade association for the video industry and ecosystem in Asia Pacific. It serves to make the video industry stronger and healthier through promoting the common interests of its members. AVIA is the interlocutor for the industry with governments across the region, leads the fight against video piracy through its Coalition Against Piracy (CAP) and provides insight into the video industry through reports and conferences aimed to support a vibrant video industry.

For media enquiries and additional background information, please contact:
Charmaine Kwan
Head of Marketing and Communications
Email: charmaine@avia.org | Website: www.avia.org
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Scandium International Mining Announces Exercise of Options by Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer

Scandium International Mining Corp. (TSXV: SCY) (OTC Pink: SCYYF) (“Scandium International” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce that both Peter Evensen, Chief Executive Officer, and R. Christian Evensen, Chief Financial Officer, have both exercised 400,000 options each at C$0.14.

Following these transactions, the Evensen family owns in aggregate 78,932,092 shares (equal to approximately 22.2% of the outstanding shares) held individually and through Scandium Investments Ltd, 100% owned by members of the Evensen family.

For inquiries to Scandium International Mining Corp, please contact:

Peter Evensen, President and CEO
Tel: (775) 355-9500

Harry de Jonge (Controller)
Tel: (702) 703-0178

Email: info@scandiummining.com

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For more information on the Company and the key assumptions, risks and challenges with respect to the forward-looking information discussed herein, and about our business in general, investors should review the Company’s most recently filed annual information form, and other continuous disclosure filings which are available at www.scandiummining.com. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.

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Doubleview Gold Corp Announces 320-Meter Eastward Extension at the Hat Polymetallic Deposit, Expanding Mineralized Volume and Remaining Open

Doubleview Gold Corp (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: 1D4) (“Doubleview” or the “Company”) is pleased to report that ongoing drilling at its 100%-owned Hat Polymetallic Deposit in northwestern British Columbia has extended the mineralized system approximately 320 meters eastward, further confirming that the deposit remains open in multiple directions. The 2025 exploration program continues to expand the mineralized envelope, with results expected to contribute significantly to the upcoming Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE).

2025 Exploration Program Highlights

To date in 2025 drill program, the Company has completed more than 10,200 meters of drilling in 14 holes. The focus has been to step out from the known resource limits to prove continuity and scale. Key results from this phase of the program include:

  • Significant Extension: Drill holes H100 through H102 have successfully extended the deposit’s footprint more than 320 meters eastward, confirming that the high-volume porphyry-style mineralization remains open and undefined in this direction.
  • Consistent Mineralization: Mineralization has been intersected in every hole completed in the 2025 program, validating the geological model and suggesting strong continuity of the mineralizing system.
  • Resource Inclusion: The entire drill database to hole H101 will be included in the revised MRE, anticipated for release in 2025. The expanded footprint with stronger assay data and strong visuals as illustrated in the accompanying core photo gallery, is expected to allow a meaningfully increased resource estimate.

The 2025 drilling program comprises more than 10,200 meters in 14 holes and the observed mineralization has been extended more than 320 metres to the east. The interpreted mineralization and the apparent growth in volume provide strong support for the forthcoming MRE that is scheduled for completion within the next 60 days. Fresh assays are being received almost daily from the laboratory and will be released when processed by our technical team.

“These new drill results represent a major step forward in understanding the true scale of the Hat Deposit,” said Farshad Shirvani, President and CEO of Doubleview Gold Corp. “The 320-meter eastward extension, combined with probable continued mineralization beyond the current limits of drilling, highlights the significant expansion potential of the system and positions Doubleview for a meaningful resource upgrade.

“The Hat Deposit, characterized by its copper-gold-cobalt-scandium association, continues to demonstrate robust continuity of mineralization and growing tonnage potential. Drilling to date indicates a broad, strongly mineralized system with elevated scandium and copper values that support the Company’s strategy to define one of North America’s largest critical-metal-bearing polymetallic deposits. Important amounts of gold, cobalt and silver are present.

A detailed drill section and plan map illustrating the newly expanded mineralized area are provided below. In addition, a gallery of approximately 60 core photographs from recently completed, non-reported holes accompanies this release. The Company anticipates announcing assay results from these holes as soon as analytical data are received, validated, and interpreted.”

IMPORTANT VISUAL DISCLOSURE: The visual observations of mineralization, including core photos, are preliminary in nature and are not a substitute for assay results. The Company cautions that visual estimates of mineralization are not indicative of the actual grade or economic viability of the resource. Assay results are pending for the core included in the photos and will be published once received, verified, and analyzed under the Company’s strict Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program.

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Figure 1: Drill Plan with the Induced Polarization Plan and 2024 Conceptual Pit Outline, showing the new extensions.

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Figure 2: Section on H093 to H096, H100 to H102, and 2024 Conceptual Pit Outline 

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Core Photo Gallery: The following images are showing a few mineralization intervals of the H097 to H102:



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About Doubleview Gold Corp
Doubleview Gold Corp (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: 1D4) is a Canadian resource company advancing the 100%-owned Hat Polymetallic Project, located in the prolific Golden Triangle of northwestern British Columbia. The Hat hosts a large copper-gold-cobalt-scandium porphyry system with significant critical metal potential. Doubleview is dedicated to responsible exploration, Indigenous engagement, and sustainable development that benefits both shareholders and local communities.

Doubleview’s success is deeply rooted in the unwavering support of its long-term shareholders, supporters, and institutional investors. Their ongoing commitment has been instrumental in advancing the company’s strategic initiatives. Doubleview looks forward to further collaborative growth and development and continues to welcome active participation from its valued stakeholders as the company expands its portfolio and strengthens its position in the critical minerals sector.

For more information, please visit: www.doubleview.ca

Qualified Persons:

Erik Ostensoe, P. Geo., a consulting geologist, and Doubleview’s Qualified Person with respect to the Hat Project as defined by National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, has reviewed, and approved the technical contents of this news release. He is not independent of Doubleview as he is a shareholder in the company.

About the Hat Polymetallic Deposit

The Hat Deposit, located in northwestern British Columbia, is a polymetallic porphyry project with major resources of copper, gold, cobalt, and the potential for scandium. As one of the region’s significant sources of critical minerals, the Hat deposit has undergone targeted exploration and development. The 0.2% CuEq cut-off resource estimate, as of the recently completed Mineral Resource Estimate and the Company’s July 25, 2024, news release, is summarized below:

   Average GradeMetal Content
Open Pit Model HatResource CategoryTonnageCuEqCuCoAuAgCuEqCuCoAuAg
Mt%%%g/tg/tmillion lbmillion lbmillion lbthousand ozthousand oz
In PitIndicated1500.4080.2210.0080.190.421,353733289292,045
Inferred4770.3440.1850.0090.150.493,6191,945912,3287,575

Scandium potential for the Hat Deposit is estimated to be 300 to 500 million tonnes at an average grade of 40 ppm (0.004%) Sc2O3.

For further details of the MRE, please refer to the Company’s July 25, 2024 news release.

On behalf of the Board of Directors,

Farshad Shirvani, President & Chief Executive Officer

For further information please contact:

Doubleview Gold Corp
Vancouver, BC Farshad Shirvani
President & CEO

T: (604) 678-9587
E: corporate@doubleview.ca

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Certain of the statements made and information contained herein may constitute “forward-looking information.” In particular references to the private placement and future work programs or expectations on the quality or results of such work programs are subject to risks associated with operations on the property, exploration activity generally, equipment limitations and availability, as well as other risks that we may not be currently aware of. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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Kincora Awarded Drilling Grant for Wongarbon Project

Gold-copper explorer and hybrid project generator Kincora Copper Limited (ASX: KCC) (TSXV: KCC) (Kincora or the Company) is pleased to announce the award of a A$143,484 co-funding grant for a drilling and the first ever hole to basement geology at the Wongarbon project.

Sam Spring, President and CEO, and Cameron McRae, Chairman of Kincora commented,

“Kincora only secured the Wongarbon project directly from the State mid last year. Since, we have formed an innovative multi-phase partnership agreement with Fleet Space Technologies supporting cutting edge multiphysics, with maiden drilling to shortly commence following this non-dilutive grant. The grants to 18 explorers, including 11 drilling programs, follows a competitive expert panel review process of applications, which were in very high demand.

We would like to thank the NSW Government for the direct financial support to Kincora and the wider industry via the Critical Minerals Strategy 2024-35. These programs provide a strong pro-investment and pro-exploration to mining message to all stakeholders.

As indicated by recent US Government policy, copper is one of, if not the most critical of the critical minerals due to its essential role in the energy transition and national security, and essential role in industrial production and the wider economy.

Recent discoveries in both the Macquarie Arc and Cobar Basin highlight the significant potential for further new globally significant copper and other critical mineral projects within NSW’s Lachlan Fold Belt.”

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Figure 1: Kincora chair, Mr Cameron McRae, with the Honourable Courtney Houssos MLC, NSW State Government Minister for Finance, Natural Resources, Domestic Manufacturing and Government Procurement
Photo taken October 20, 2025 at the NSW Critical Minerals Investment Showcase

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About the Critical Minerals and High-Tech Metals Exploration Program

The NSW Government established the Critical Minerals and High-Tech Metals Exploration Program (CMEP) 1 to support the long-term sustainability of the States resource sector and promote exploration through a co-investment grant model.

The CMEP is a pillar of the Critical Minerals Strategy 2024–35 1, which aims to position NSW as a leader in critical minerals and high-tech metals, generating economic prosperity through exploration, mining, processing, recycling and advanced manufacturing.

The $2.5 million program supports various stages of exploration activities on a co-funded 50% basis over the next two years. Six exploration geochemistry, twelve exploration geophysical and eleven drilling grants were awarded to eighteen explorers 2. Twenty-one of the twenty-nine grants were focused on copper exploration 2.

The CMEP was a highly competitive process with an experienced panel made up of government and independent geoscientists assessing applications. Awards were focused supporting creditable explorers and exploration programs that demonstrate strong prospectivity, technical basis and value for money, and in particular, focused on testing new geological ideas and models in greenfield and near mine site areas.

CMEP is being delivered by NSW Resources, Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and is funded from the Minerals and Petroleum Investment Fund.

About Kincora: Kincora Copper Limited (ASX: KCC) (TSXV: KCC) is an emerging Australia-focused gold-copper explorer with a hybrid project generator strategy.

The Company is successfully proving up the prospectivity of its extensive project portfolio, which includes multiple district-scale landholdings and scalable drill ready targets. These assets are located in Australia’s Lachlan Fold Belt and Mongolia’s Southern Gobi, two of the globe’s leading porphyry belts, and the historical Condobolin mining field within the Cobar Basin in NSW.

The Company has already unlocked over $100 million of potential partner funding for multiple earlier stage and/or non-core porphyry projects. These initial deals have supported over 13,500 metres of drilling and over A$6.5m of partner funded exploration since late 2024, with management fees and exploration ramping up.

Partner discussions are ongoing for its remaining 100% owned flagship projects that are all situated within existing porphyry camps containing over 20-million-ounce gold equivalent resource inventory.

By having a significant portfolio of partner funded large porphyry projects, and a very focused program on a 100% owned Condobolin project, the Company is seeking to position Kincora as a leading institutional grade explorer in the public Australian and Canadian markets, and the leading project generator on the ASX.

To find out more please refer to our 2-page July 2025 corporate strategy: https://kincoracopper.com/corporate-strategy/

The Company’s website is: www.kincoracopper.com

For further information please contact: 
Sam Spring, President and Chief Executive Officer Laurie Thomas, Strategic Advisor
sam.spring@kincoracopper.com or +61431 329 345laurie.thomas@kincoracopper.com or +1306 341 3826
  
Executive officeSubsidiary office Australia
400 – 837 West Hastings Street C/- JM Corporate Services
Vancouver, BC V6C 3N6, Canada Level 6, 350 Collins Street
Tel: 1.604.283.1722 Melbourne, VIC, Australia 3000

This announcement has been authorised for release by the Board of Kincora Copper Limited (ARBN 645 457 763)

Qualified Person
The scientific and technical information in this announcement was prepared in accordance with the standards of the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”) and was reviewed, verified and compiled by Kincora’s staff under the supervision of Peter Leaman (M.Sc. Mineral Exploration, FAusIMM), Senior Vice-President of Exploration of Kincora, and John Holliday (BSc Hons, BEc, member of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists), Non-Executive Director and Chairman of Kincora’s Technical Committee, who are Qualified Persons for the purpose of NI 43-101

JORC Competent Person Statement
Information in this announcement that relates to Exploration Results, Mineral Resources or Ore Reserves are those that have been previously reported (with the original release referred to in this announcement), in the case of Mineral Resources or Ore Reserves the material assumptions and technical parameters underpinning the estimates have not materially changed, and have been reviewed and approved by John Holliday and Peter Leaman, who are Competent Persons under the definition established by JORC and has sufficient experience which is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity being undertaking to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the ‘Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves’. John Holliday and Peter Leaman consents to the inclusion in this report of the matters based on his information in the form and context in which it appears. The review and verification process for the information disclosed herein for the Nyngan Projects have included the receipt of all material exploration data, results and sampling procedures of previous operators and review of such information by Kincora’s geological staff using standard verification procedures.

Forward-Looking Statements
Certain information regarding Kincora contained herein may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements may include estimates, plans, expectations, opinions, forecasts, projections, guidance or other statements that are not statements of fact. Although Kincora believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to have been correct. Kincora cautions that actual performance will be affected by a number of factors, most of which are beyond its control, and that future events and results may vary substantially from what Kincora currently foresees. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include market prices, exploitation and exploration results, continued availability of capital and financing and general economic, market or business conditions. The forward-looking statements are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. The information contained herein is stated as of the current date and is subject to change after that date. Kincora does not assume the obligation to revise or update these forward-looking statements, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.

References:

1 Further details are available on the CMEP and the Critical Minerals Strategy 2024-35 are available at:
https://www.resources.nsw.gov.au/invest-nsw/industry-support

2 Further details on the awards of the CMEP available: https://resources.nsw.gov.au/cmep and the accompanying press release “Minns Labor Government unlocks millions for rare earths and copper exploration to meet surging global demand“ October 21st, 2025 from the the Honourable Courtney Houssos MLC, NSW State Government Minister for Finance, Natural Resources, Domestic Manufacturing and Government Procurement.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) or the Australian Securities Exchange accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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Focus Graphite’s Lac Knife Material Passes C4V Validation Testing, Advances to Next-Stage Battery Qualification

Focus Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FMS) (OTCQB: FCSMF) (FSE: FKC0) (“Focus” or the “Company“), a leading developer of high-grade flake graphite deposits and innovator of next-generation lithium-ion battery technology, is pleased to announce that its Lac Knife graphite anode material has successfully passed Phase I battery validation testing, conducted by both Charge CCCV LLC (“C4V”) and American Energy Technologies Company (“AETC”). The concurrent, independent U.S. laboratory test programs confirmed that Lac Knife natural graphite achieved near-theoretical electrochemical capacity (~371 mAh/g), demonstrating high purity, crystallinity, and strong suitability for lithium-ion battery anode applications. The successful completion of these evaluations represents a major milestone toward commercial-scale qualification within C4V’s global supply-chain program and future OEM-level validation.

The testing was conducted using material refined at AETC under Focus’s direction. AETC performed control testing based on its established parameters for Focus’s graphite, while C4V carried out independent validation through its proprietary Digital DNA™ (“DDNA“) program, which applies industry-standard cell performance benchmarks. Despite minor variations inherent to coin-cell assembly and laboratory calibration, both laboratories confirmed that Focus’s Lac Knife material exceeded internal baseline qualification thresholds. Based on these results, C4V has advanced the material to Phase II of its qualification program, which includes pouch-cell fabrication and large-format validation for commercial-scale evaluation. In parallel, Focus plans to explore additional large-format testing initiatives with AETC to further assess scalability and performance consistency.

Under identical test conditions, Focus’s natural graphite (lot number GN250619002) was compared to C4V’s baseline synthetic graphite reference material. The Focus sample achieved a first-cycle discharge capacity of approximately 373 mAh/g-essentially reaching the theoretical maximum for graphite-while exhibiting good stability. Although electrode density and long-cycle performance were modestly lower than the baseline, the material surpassed C4V’s qualification benchmarks, confirming its readiness for large-format pouch-cell validation-a more accurate and scalable measure of performance using a semi-automated testing platform that directly correlates with electric-vehicle (“EV“) and energy-storage-system (“ESS“) cell designs required by original equipment manufacturers (“OEMs“).

The Company previously demonstrated strong lithium-ion battery performance from its Lac Knife material; however, these independently verified, third-party results now supersede earlier findings and establish a modern, industry-standard baseline that will support future offtake qualification and commercial evaluation.

“These results validate the quality of our Lac Knife graphite and its suitability for next-generation anode production,” said Dean Hanisch, CEO of Focus Graphite. “Having both AETC and C4V confirm the material’s strong performance gives us confidence as we move into pouch cell testing – the next step toward commercial readiness.”

“C4V is pleased to see Focus Graphite’s Lac Knife material successfully complete our Phase 1 validation process under our DDNA program,” said Baasit Ali, VP Supply Chain at C4V. “The material has demonstrated strong electrochemical validation and purity characteristics that align well with our high-performance anode requirements. We look forward to advancing into pouch cell fabrication and validation, which will provide a clearer picture of its scalability for EV and ESS applications.”

Next Steps

  • Fabrication and testing of pouch cells using Focus’s Lac Knife graphite by C4V
  • Long-term cycling and safety validation under C4V’s DDNA qualification program
  • Subsequent scaling to large-format cell testing with industry partners for commercial qualification

Focus Graphite’s continued collaboration with C4V and AETC underscores its commitment to establishing a North American supply of high-performance, ESG-compliant graphite anode material, supporting the energy transition and critical minerals independence objectives shared by both Canada and its allies. The Company will continue to prioritize dual-use battery initiatives serving both civilian and defense-sector applications.

About Charge CCCV LLC (C4V™).

C4V™ is a lithium-ion battery technology company possessing critical insights related to the optimum performance of lithium-ion batteries and Gigafactory’s. C4V’s discoveries have been fruitful in vastly extending battery life, safety and charge performance, however more important is the Gigafactory offering that allows emerging countries to establish their own robust manufacturing ecosystem. C4V works with industry-leading raw material suppliers and equipment supply chain to bring to market fully optimized batteries possessing key economic advantages providing the ultimate “best in class” performance for various applications and end- to-end solutions to produce them on a Gigawatt hour scale. With its unique and innovative business model C4V is rapidly gearing towards 100+GWh of cell production capacity globally by 2032 and its Digital DNA Supply Chain solution ensures materials meet the highest industry standards for performance and reliability.

For more information on C4V please visit http://www.chargecccv.com

About American Energy Technologies Co. (AETC).

American Energy Technologies Co. (AETC) is a woman-owned, privately-held business which conducts operations out of the greater Chicago area. In its Wheeling, IL facility, AETC operates three business units: a manufacturing plant making battery-ready graphite and carbon materials, a pilot demonstration facility for battery materials and graphite dispersions, and a fully functional applications laboratory supporting the above business units.

AETC works with industrial partners and manufacturing groups worldwide, including the U.S. Department of War, to ensure materials meet performance standards and strategic requirements. Their facilities are equipped for testing, downstream processing, AI-driven manufacturing and carbon material development.

For more information on AETC please visit https://www.usaenergytech.com

About Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Inc.

Focus Graphite Advanced Materials is redefining the future of critical minerals with two 100% owned world-class graphite projects and cutting-edge battery technology. Our flagship Lac Knife project stands as one of the most advanced high-purity graphite deposits in North America, with a fully completed feasibility study. Lac Knife is set to become a key supplier for the battery, defense, and advanced materials industries.

Our Lac Tetepisca project further strengthens our portfolio, with the potential to be one of the largest and highest-purity and grade graphite deposits in North America. At Focus, we go beyond mining – we are pioneering environmentally sustainable processing solutions and innovative battery technologies, including our patent-pending silicon-enhanced spheroidized graphite, designed to enhance battery performance and efficiency.

Our commitment to innovation ensures a chemical-free, eco-friendly supply chain from mine to market. Collaboration is at the core of our vision. We actively partner with industry leaders, research institutions, and government agencies to accelerate the commercialization of next-generation graphite materials. As a North American company, we are dedicated to securing a resilient, locally sourced supply of critical minerals – reducing dependence on foreign-controlled markets and driving the transition to a sustainable future.

For more information on Focus Graphite Inc. please visit http://www.focusgraphite.com

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Investors Contact:

Dean Hanisch
CEO, Focus Graphite Inc.
dhanisch@focusgraphite.com
+1 (613) 612-6060

Jason Latkowcer
VP Corporate Development
jlatkowcer@focusgraphite.com

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of any of the words “could,” “intend,” “expect,” “believe,” “will,” “projected,” “estimated,” and similar expressions, as well as statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on the Company’s current beliefs or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events.

In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information regarding, among other things, the anticipated benefits of the Company’s recent battery testing results; the advancement of Focus Graphite’s Lac Knife graphite anode material through C4V’s multi-phase validation process; the potential performance of the material in future pouch cell, large-format, or commercial-scale testing; and the possible qualification of the material within original equipment manufacturer (OEM) supply chains. Forward-looking information also includes statements about the Company’s objectives to expand downstream partnerships, strengthen its technology development and commercialization initiatives, and position its Lac Knife and Lac Tetepisca projects as key contributors to North America’s graphite supply chain and energy-transition ecosystem.

Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks related to market conditions, regulatory approvals, changes in economic conditions, the ability to raise sufficient funds on acceptable terms or at all, operational risks associated with mineral exploration and development, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company’s public disclosure documents available under its profile on SEDAR+.

The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date hereof, and the Company is not obligated to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Because of the risks, uncertainties, and assumptions contained herein, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information.

Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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ASEAN Ceramics & ASEAN Stone 2025 Concludes with Sustainability Insights and Strengthened Industries Connections

The ASEAN Ceramics & ASEAN Stone 2025 Exhibition has concluded its 9th and 2nd edition respectively in Bangkok, Thailand. The exhibition, organised by MMI Asia Pte Ltd, regional subsidiary of Messe Muenchen, supported by Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), and in consultation with Asian Exhibition Services Ltd. (AES), has once again successfully undertaken the role as the largest international gathering of the ceramics and natural stone industry in Southeast Asia. Inaugurated by Mr. Surapon Plumjai, General Deputy Director of the Department of Industrial Promotion (DIPROM) Thailand, Ministry of Industry and Mr. Atuk Chirdkiatisak, Chairman, Ceramics Industry Club (CICT) Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) amongst other regional and local association leaders from the Thai Ceramics Society (TCS) and Vietnam Building Ceramic Association (VIBCA), the exhibition opened its doors to over 200 exhibiting brands and companies, and over 3,000 industry players from nearly 30 countries attended the event from October 15 – 17, 2025. The top 5 international visiting countries came from India, China, Vietnam, Malaysia and Indonesia. The exhibition is a continuation of its previous ceramics and stone editions, co-locating under one roof to create synergy for a unified marketplace for innovation, technology, and collaboration. Notably, this year’s edition also marked the first time that the ASEAN Stone exhibition has been hosted in Thailand, and it continues to be supported by Confindustria Marmomacchine, Italy’s premier natural stone association, and Thailand’s Asia Mining Council.

The trade fair has brought light to the industries’ unyielding commitment to the development and progress towards advancement in the materials, technologies and machinery for ceramics and natural stone production. With the focal theme “Pioneering a Sustainable & Innovative Future for Ceramics and Stone in Southeast Asia”, exhibitors have introduced and showcased their latest product innovations and technologies for the regional manufacturers of white-ware ceramics, natural stone tiles and numerous products. The exhibition takes lead in the expansion of regional connections with the debut of the European Pavilion this year, bringing in companies from Germany, Spain, Portugal and Italy, together with other country pavilions of Thailand, China, Italy, Turkey and EU, to create a gateway for establishing new connections with the ASEAN region.

Innovation, technologies and materials featured at the exhibition:

  • 3PowerFlow Centrifugal Pump – modern and space-saving pumping solution to meet the most demanding spray-drying process – by CERTECH GROUP
  • HiCAST – high performance gypsum mold for large-scale ceramics production – by MUNGYO
  • LK LAB Store – innovative mobile robotic warehouse for slab shape products – by LK Lab
  • BT Master – modular system for quality control of bricks and tiles – by Ibea GmbH
  • Quartz Powder – high-quality Quartz Silica Powder designed with high purity, thermal stability and enhanced surface finish – by PURESIL INDIA
  • Arabescato Corchia – fine Italian marble quarried in the Apuan Alps – by Barsimarmi Quarries
  • Breton Trinity – The Revolution in Slab Cutting – by Breton SpA
  • Hydro-Oil Stone Repellent – Macchiablock Premium – premium formulation sealer for natural stone and other substrates – by CHIM-ITALIA GROUP SRL

As highlighted by several exhibitors and trade visitors, a platform such as ASEAN Ceramics and ASEAN Stone is still the preferred choice to network and gain exposure to a global reach in the shortest amount of time. Michael Wilton, CEO & Managing Director of MMI Asia Pte Ltd and organiser of the exhibition, remarked at the opening ceremony, “The two exhibitions aim to provide a comprehensive platform for showcasing the latest innovations in ceramic and natural stone machinery, materials, and technologies, creating unparalleled opportunities for collaboration, business growth, and knowledge sharing.” Mr. Atuk Chirdkiatisak, the Chairman of Ceramics Industry Club (CICT), Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), has also expressed his optimism in his speech, “With strong cooperation between the public and private sectors, I believe Thailand and ASEAN can position ourselves as a leading hub in ceramic manufacturing – not only in production, but also in innovation and sustainability.”

Within the exhibition hall, ASEAN Ceramics & ASEAN Stone Conference, also serving as an exhibitor forum, will examine the steps needed for the industry to progress, embrace innovation, and ensure the longevity of ceramics and natural stone production in the region. Exhibitors demonstrated the latest digitalisation and product upgrades. Topics include:

  • Addressing Environmental Challenges and Solutions in the Ceramics Sector
  • Kiln Furniture: Principles, Applications, and Market Trends in Asia
  • Advanced Polishing Technologies for Engineered Stone

Complementary side events such as the pre-event factory tour for exhibitors, networking receptions, ceramic academic pavilion, and live ceramic arts demonstrations by ceramic art studios from Bangkok and Nakorn Ratchasima, have offered visitors a holistic experience, embracing innovation while celebrating Thailand’s craftsmanship and cultural heritage at once.

Continuing the legacy of the previous editions held in Thailand, the ASEAN Ceramics & ASEAN Stone show floor will also be hosting the International Conference for Traditional and Advanced Ceramics, ICTA2025. The premier conference is organised by the Thai Ceramic Society (TCS), National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC), and Department of Materials Science of Chulalongkorn University. The conference invites over 15 local universities and regional experts in materials science research. Discussions encompassed areas such as Advanced Ceramics, Building and Construction Materials, and Ceramics for Energy and Environmental Applications amongst others. “ASEAN Ceramics and Stones 2025 serve as a vital platform for sharing innovations, exploring emerging trends, and fostering collaboration across the global ceramic industry.”, Dr. Sirithan Jiemsirilers, President of the Thai Ceramic Society (TCS), has stated. “Beyond showcasing technology, this exhibition also strengthens professional relationships and encourages the adaptation and transformation of the ceramic sector to remain competitive in a changing global landscape.”.

Southeast Asia continues to boast a diverse production market in the manufacturing of sanitaryware, raw materials, insulators, tableware, supplies, refractory, heavy clay and advanced ceramics. The next ASEAN Ceramics & ASEAN Stone – the 10th and 3rdedition of Southeast Asia’s leading international exhibition of Machinery, Technology and Materials for manufacturing of ceramics and natural stone, will take place in Hanoi, Vietnam.

For more information, please visit: aseanceramics.com

About MMI Asia Pte Ltd

Established in 1992, MMI Asia is the wholly owned subsidiary and the regional headquarters of Messe München GMBH (MMG) and is one of the world largest and leading exhibition organizers. MMI Asia’s portfolio of events include editions of world-leading trade fairs from Munich – transport logistic & air cargo, analytica, ceramitec; as well as industry-specific events such as Glasstech and Fenestration Asia, Asia Climate Forum, and Singapore International Water Week. MMI Asia also provides consultancy in professional trade fair and conference management to government bodies, international trade and promotion organizations, and trade associations. For more information, please visit www.mmiasia.com.

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Kingsmen Xperience and Choom Announce Strategic Collaboration To Bring K-Culture Experience To Global Audiences

Kingsmen Creatives Ltd. (“Kingsmen”), a leading creator of experiences, announced today that Kingsmen Xperience, Inc. (“Kingsmen Xperience”), its United States location-based entertainment-focused subsidiary, together with Choom Pte. Ltd. (“Choom”) are pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (‘MOU’) establishing a strategic collaboration for the CHOOM Project.

Under the MOU, Kingsmen Xperience and Choom will jointly drive the global expansion of the CHOOM Project, exploring new B2B business opportunities and co-marketing initiatives, such as public relations campaigns, roadshows, and pop-up exhibitions across international markets. This MOU marks the beginning of a strategic collaboration that sets the foundation for future collaboration, as both parties work towards creating innovative and impactful experiences under the CHOOM Project.

The CHOOM Project represents a global franchise initiative built around a distinctive K-pop Kiosk–Social Media concept. It offers immersive, interactive touchpoints through physical kiosks and a dedicated digital platform, enabling K-pop artists to expand their fan base globally while giving audiences new ways to engage with the culture.

Set to debut in key venues across Singapore later this year, CHOOM will feature a series of launch events and promotional activities designed to attract youth, young families, global visitors and fans of K-pop, K-lifestyle and K-entertainment.

“Our collaboration with Choom reinforces Kingsmen’s focus on designing experiences that transcend boundaries. The CHOOM Project captures the spirit of cultural connection, integrating entertainment, creativity, and innovation to engage a global audience in new ways. We’re excited to see how this partnership will unlock opportunities across new markets and communities,” said Anthony Chong, Group Chief Executive of Kingsmen.

Corey Redmond, Senior Executive Vice President of Kingsmen Xperience, added: “CHOOM represents a new generation of cultural experiences, interactive, dynamic, and deeply rooted in community. At Kingsmen Xperience, we see tremendous potential in bringing K-culture to the global stage through fresh storytelling formats and immersive environments. Partnering with Choom allows us to combine our expertise in location-based entertainment with their creative vision.”

James Hong, Managing Director and Co-Founder of Choom, says: “This MOU marks a significant milestone for the CHOOM Project, facilitating our robust expansion into the global market, supported by Kingsmen’s extensive network and decades of experience with numerous successful initiatives. We are delighted and enthusiastic about the strong interest and support our project has received from Kingsmen. With the launch of our kiosks in prominent venues across Singapore within the year 2025, we aim to initiate an aggressive global expansion strategy, beginning with neighboring countries and ultimately extending worldwide.”

About Kingsmen Xperience

Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, United States, Kingsmen Xperience is the location-based entertainment-focused subsidiary of Kingsmen Creatives Ltd. (SGX:5MZ), a leading creator of experiences listed on the Mainboard of the Singapore Exchange.

Kingsmen Xperience transforms iconic consumer brand engagements into reimagined and expansive interactive experiences. By creating landmark attractions, consumers can engage with beloved brands in new and extraordinary ways.

Kingsmen Xperience has vast experience in licensing and managing global intellectual property, raising capital, as well as working with leading commercial real estate companies worldwide for optimal venues. In addition, it provides oversight in the management of the design, production, and operations of experiential attractions. Kingsmen Xperience’s projects include museum-quality travelling exhibitions, pop-ups, and permanent installations, both in traditional and non-traditional venues.

For more information, please visit https://www.kx.kingsmen-int.com.

About Choom

Choom is a Singapore-based company focused on pioneering innovative immersive solutions and experiences through the CHOOM Project. 

For more information, please visit https://www.mychoom.com. 

About CHOOM Project

The Korean word “CHOOM” (춤), romanised from Hangul, means “Dance”.

CHOOM Project represents a global franchise initiative centered on the K-pop Kiosk-Social Media concept. CHOOM Project offers distinctive immersive experiences for users while simultaneously facilitating K-pop artists in their efforts to expand their fan base internationally. Through accessible and interactive contact points-Physical Kiosk and Social Media Application-, the project aims to offer incomparable engagement and connection within the K-pop community.

For more information, please contact:

Jessie Mei
Kingsmen Xperience, Inc.
DID: (1) 310 531 8118
Email: info@kingsmenexperience.com 

Eleen Lim
Manager, Corporate Communications
Kingsmen Creatives Ltd.
DID: (65) 6831 1329
Email: eleenlim@kingsmen-int.com

James Hong
Co-founder and Managing Director
Choom Pte. Ltd
DID: (65) 8315 7651
Email: james.hong@thefintra.com

Hong Kong Tech Pavilions at GITEX Global 2025 tap into opportunities in the Middle East

– 22 exhibitors highlight Hong Kong’s I&T strengths

– The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) teamed up to stage two tech pavilions at GITEX Global 2025 in Dubai, helping Hong Kong exhibitors break into the Middle East market.
– Multiple pitching sessions were held along with a networking dinner to help Hong Kong’s I&T enterprises establish local business connections.
– Hong Kong exhibitors achieved fruitful results, with one exhibitor set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the authorities from Oman after the event.

GITEX Global 2025 concluded successfully last Friday. The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) joined hands with the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) to stage two pavilions featuring 22 exhibitors showcasing the latest applications and solutions in AI and robotics, IoT and greentech. The HKTDC also helped organise pitching sessions and a networking dinner to help Hong Kong’s I&T enterprises establish local business connections.

During the exhibition, exhibitor Robocore Technology Limited was in discussion with a multinational outdoor advertising company that was actively considering purchasing Robocore’s advertising robots for global use. Roy Lam, CEO of Robocore Technology, said: “GITEX marks our fourth overseas exhibition this year with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, following CES in Las Vegas, USA, the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Spain, and Viva Technology (VivaTech) in Paris, France. We established connections with more than 250 Middle Eastern companies over the five-day exhibition in GITEX. Many buyers expressed interest in purchasing our robots or becoming local distributors. We are also delighted to have met with the authorities from Oman again at GITEX and confirmed that we are signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Hong Kong this Thursday, aimed at co-establishing an AI and Robotics Center in Oman, advancing localised talent training and certification, and implementing cross-departmental pilot projects.” He is very pleased to see the strong demand for Hong Kong’s I&T products and services in the Middle East market and will continue to actively expand into the region.

To help Hong Kong exhibitors establish a stronger network with the Middle East and international markets, the HKTDC hosted a networking dinner on 14 October together with the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (ETO) in Dubai. Around 100 industry representatives attended from Hong Kong, the local region and beyond. Hong Kong exhibitors were able to connect with local counterparts to explore business opportunities.  

Winnie Leung, founder of exhibitor WYNI Technology, shared after the dinner: “The HKTDC has bridged the gap between Hong Kong’s I&T enterprises and the Middle East market by helping us to establish contacts locally to understand the diverse opportunities and challenges in the Middle East market, and by connecting us with local banks and companies to advance business expansion efforts in the region.” Moving forward, WYNI Technology will follow up further to solidify potential partnerships and continue expanding in the Middle East market.

Another exhibitor, Canpanion Group Limited, engaged with a local education company during the networking dinner. Both parties are exploring ways to integrate Canpanion’s technology into inclusive education. They also established contact with relevant local authorities and will further explore collaboration opportunities through the help of the ETO in Dubai. Additionally, another local educational institution expressed interest in partnering with them and the government to establish an AI school, thereby fostering an ecosystem for smart education.

Start-up and investor event Expand North Star took place from 12 to 15 October at Dubai Harbour, where HKSTP set up a Pavilion showcasing innovative solutions from its 10 park companies. The Hong Kong Polytechnic University also participated in the exhibition.

The HKTDC continues to lead Hong Kong businesses in participating in major international tech exhibitions, helping local start-ups expand overseas and reinforcing Hong Kong’s position as a global innovation and technology hub. Following GITEX Global 2025, the HKTDC will once again organise the Hong Kong Tech Pavilion next year at CES in Las Vegas, USA in January, the MWC 2026 in Barcelona, Spain in March and VivaTech in Paris, France, providing an effective platform for I&T companies to showcase their cutting-edge technologies.

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About HKTDC
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong’s trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the Chinese Mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus.

Euro Manganese Advances Optimization Program to Strengthen Economics and Align with Global Battery Market Demand

Euro Manganese Inc. (TSXV: EMN) (ASX: EMN) (FSE: E060) (the “Company” or “Euro Manganese“) is pleased to provide an update as it continues to advance its Chvaletice Manganese Project (“Chvaletice“) in the Czech Republic toward commercialization. The update reflects ongoing efforts to align project execution and development priorities with evolving market conditions and learnings from the operation of the Demonstration Plant.

President & CEO, Martina Blahova, commented:

“With our Demonstration Plant having validated the Chvaletice process and product quality, our focus has shifted to translating these learnings into commercial-scale efficiencies. Our focus on recovery and costs aims to achieve meaningful improvements in unit operating costs and capital intensities. We see sustained demand for high-purity manganese across both lithium-ion and sodium-ion chemistries, and Euro Manganese is working to respond to this critical need.”

Global Market Outlook and Company Strategy

Global demand for high-purity manganese continues to strengthen as electric-vehicle (“EV“) and energy storage markets expand and diversify. Manganese-rich cathode chemistries are gaining traction for both lithium-ion and emerging sodium-ion batteries due to their cost, performance and safety advantages. Independent forecasts anticipate significant supply shortfalls post-2027, underscoring the need for secure, low-carbon sources outside of China.1

Euro Manganese’s strategy – to establish a fully traceable European supply of high-purity manganese feedstocks remains well-founded. The Company’s Chvaletice Project offers a unique combination of proven technology, circular production from recycled tailings, and alignment with Europe’s strategic autonomy and energy-transition goals, working towards supplying the EV, energy-storage, defence, and speciality-alloy sectors.

Validation of Metal-Route Optionality

A report prepared by Andrew Zemek at Marketeye, (September 2025)2 and paid for by Euro Manganese confirms that Euro Manganese’s metal-route process is the most flexible way of future-proofing the output of the Chvaletice Commercial Plant in the context of changing demand for the manganese feedstock mix for high-manganese batteries. The process provides strategic optionality to produce high-purity electrolytic manganese metal (“HPEMM“) and/or high-purity manganese sulphate monohydrate (“HPMSM“). This dual-route capability positions the Company to respond dynamically to future shifts in cathode chemistries and customer requirements. HPMSM remains the dominant feedstock for cathode chemistries, however new materials such as manganese oxide (Mn₃O₄) and manganese carbonate (MnCO₃) have emerged. These alternative manganese feedstocks can be produced from HPEMM.

EMN’s Chairman, Rick Anthon, commented:

“Euro Manganese’s strategic advantage lies in its combination of strong project fundamentals, proven flowsheet, and alignment with Europe’s decarbonisation and economic security goals. The optimization program aims to ensure we maintain our competitive edge and build on our first mover advantage in Europe with a goal of reducing costs and maximising value for shareholders, while delivering a sustainable source of high-purity manganese for the battery market and other strategic sectors.”

Optimization and Efficiency Program

Following the successful operation of its Demonstration Plant, Euro Manganese has initiated an optimization program to incorporate operational learnings into design of the Commercial Plant. Key workstreams include exploring:

  • Improved recoveries and metallurgical balancing;
  • Optimized equipment-sizing and layout;
  • Reduced reagent and consumables use; and
  • Enhanced process control.

The Company has engaged external engineering specialists, including a large engineering firm, to conduct independent reviews and recommend efficiency upgrades. This structured, best-practice approach mirrors successful programs across the battery and mining sectors that have delivered lower capital intensity and stronger commercial and sustainability outcomes for other companies.

Next Steps and Outlook

The outcomes of the optimization program will guide Euro Manganese’s next phase of development, including any potential updates to technical studies.

The Company remains confident that its strategic focus on producing high-purity manganese feedstocks, supported by continued engineering discipline and process improvements, positions it to capitalize on the forecasted supply deficit and growing demand for manganese-rich battery materials. The Chvaletice Project’s fundamentals as a fully traceable, low-carbon, European source of high-purity manganese remains robust.

About Euro Manganese

Euro Manganese Inc. (TSXV: EMN) (ASX: EMN) (FSE: E060) is a battery materials company developing the Chvaletice Manganese Project in the Czech Republic, Europe’s only near-term source of high-purity manganese, a critical ingredient in next-generation electric vehicles, energy storage batteries and defence applications.

The Chvaletice Manganese Project will reprocess historic mine tailings to produce high-purity electrolytic manganese metal (HPEMM), and high-purity manganese sulphate monohydrate (HPMSM), establishing a fully traceable, low-carbon supply chain within the European Union.

With its Demonstration Plant having produced on-spec products and optimization work underway to enhance commercial plant efficiency, Euro Manganese is positioned to become Europe’s first domestic producer of high-purity manganese, meeting the rising demand for sustainable, strategic battery materials while advancing Europe’s clean-energy and supply-chain independence goals.

Euro Manganese is dual listed on the TSX-V and the ASX.

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Neither TSX-V nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX-V) or the ASX accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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Martina Blahova
President and CEO
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Certain statements in this news release constitute “forward-looking statements” or “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Such statements and information involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of the Company, its Chvaletice Project, or industry results, to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements or information. Such statements can be identified by the use of words such as “may”, “would”, “could”, “will”, “intend”, “expect”, “believe”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “estimate”, “scheduled”, “forecast”, “predict” and other similar terminology, or state that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information or statements. Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results of the Company to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements and, even if such actual results are realized or substantially realized, there can be no assurance that they will have the expected consequences to, or effects on, the Company.

Forward-looking statements include statements regarding the optimization program and ability to strengthen economics or any other benefits including enhancing efficiency, reducing capital and operating costs, that results of the optimization program will be similar to successful optimization programs done for other companies, statements regarding increasing demand for manganese, the Company’s strategy for its Chvaletice Project, the Company’s ability to supply to EV, energy-storage, defence, and speciality-alloy sectors, and the Company’s ability to navigate current market conditions. All forward-looking statements are made based on the Company’s current beliefs including various assumptions made by the Company, including that the Chvaletice Project will be developed and operate as planned, the optimization program will provide opportunities to increase efficiencies, the Company will have sufficient financing, and that the Company will be able to meet the conditions of its secured financing. Factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from current expectations include, among other things: results from the optimization program that do not lead to efficiencies or reductions in cost; insufficient working capital; inability to meet the conditions of its secured financing, risks due to granting security, lack of availability of financing for developing and advancing the Chvaletice Project; the potential for unknown or unexpected events to cause contractual conditions to not be satisfied; developments in electric vehicle battery markets and chemistries; risks related to fluctuations in currency exchange rates; and regulation and changes in laws by various governmental agencies. For a further discussion of risks relevant to the Company, see “Risk Factors” in the Company’s annual information form for the year ended September 30, 2024, available on the Company’s SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

Although the forward-looking statements contained in this news release are based upon what management of the Company believes are reasonable assumptions, the Company cannot assure investors that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release and are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. Subject to applicable securities laws, the Company does not assume any obligation to update or revise the forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this news release.

1 https://www.globalgrowthinsights.com/market-reports/manganese-market-113860
2 High-Purity Manganese Market Report (September 2025) prepared and paid for Euro Manganese Inc by Andrew Zemek, marketeye.org

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JG Summit Expands Partnership with Darwinbox to Elevate Employee Experience

JG Summit Holdings, Inc., one of the Philippines’ largest and more diversified conglomerates, has expanded its partnership with Darwinbox, the AI-powered, mobile-first Human Capital Management (HCM) platform, marking a major milestone in its digital transformation journey. Building on their successful four-year collaboration since 2021, the conglomerate will now unify its people strategy and employee experience—laying the groundwork for a future-ready workforce empowered by AI-driven insights and efficiencies.

“At JG Summit, we recognize that our people are at the heart of everything we do,” said Lance Y. Gokongwei, President and CEO of JG Summit Holdings, Inc. “Their contributions are vital to our continued success, and we are committed to equipping them with the best tools to help them thrive. Our expanded partnership with Darwinbox empowers us to harness AI-driven automation and insights, enabling greater efficiency and effectiveness as we accelerate our business objectives and transform the way we support and grow our talent.”

For JG Summit, this partnership will further unlock workforce potential and sustain competitiveness in a fast-changing business environment. The conglomerate believes that partnering with Darwinbox is a decisive step toward creating cohesion across its ecosystem.

Darwinbox provides a unified platform across the conglomerate, offering centralized talent visibility while empowering the organization to attract, develop, and retain top talent. It aligns workforce capabilities with business goals, driving organizational success.

According to Gulliver Go, Chief Human Resources Officer of JG Summit, the partnership with Darwinbox further streamlines the companies’ HR data, transactions, and systems to enhance employee experience and improve organizational decision-making.

“This also supports our talent agenda by empowering our HR teams with AI-powered insights that provide customized approaches to develop and retain talent. It will significantly reduce the administrative workload of our HR teams through automation and smart workflows,” said Go.

“JG Summit has been one of our first champions in the Philippines and a cornerstone of our expansion in this vibrant market,” said Rohit Chennamaneni, Co-founder of Darwinbox. “While our product is built for the world, we’ve made significant investments to localize it for the Philippines — solving for unique policies and processes here. Continuing our partnership with the group, one of the most agile and forward-thinking conglomerates globally, is truly exciting for us.”

The continued trust of JG Summit underscores Darwinbox’s growing reputation in the region, combining global product innovation with deep local contextualization. This sets a benchmark for how large enterprises in the Philippines can leverage new technology to elevate employee experience.

Trusted by more than 1000+ enterprises globally, Darwinbox was recognized as a Challenger in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites for enterprises, making it the youngest and only Asian company to receive the accolade. Darwinbox’s recent wave of product rollouts include multi-country payroll solution for the Philippines, 45+ embedded Gen-AI features and the launch of its MCP (model-context-protocol) server making it the first agentic-AI-friendly HR tech platform globally.

“For JG Summit, the benefits go beyond digitization. We are glad to step into the next chapter of our journey with Darwinbox and excited to harness AI-powered capabilities to elevate people management to new heights. This transformation will help us support our workforce better, empower leaders with sharper decisions, and prepare our organization for the future,” Gokongwei added.

About JG Summit:

JG Summit Holdings, Inc. (JGS), a publicly listed company, is one of the largest and more diversified Filipino conglomerates. It is the holding company for a group of companies with substantial business interests in food manufacturing and agro-industrial and commodities (Universal Robina Corp.); real estate and hotel (Robinsons Land Corp.); air transportation (Cebu Pacific Air); digital banking (GoTyme Bank); and petrochemicals (JG Summit Olefins Corporation). The Company also has core investments in telecommunications (PLDT), power generation and distribution (Meralco), banking (Bank of the Philippine Islands) and real estate (Singapore Land Group Limited).

About Darwinbox:

Darwinbox is a new-age, AI-powered HCM platform built for large and agile enterprises. With 1000+ global customers and a presence across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and India, Darwinbox enables end-to-end employee lifecycle management with modern employee experiences, embedded AI, deep configurability, and region-specific compliance for brands such as Bank of the Philippine Islands, Security Bank, Shakey’s Pizza, Kenangan, Sembcorp, and Banyan Group. Recognized by Gartner, and backed by Salesforce Ventures, TCV, and Sequoia, the company is redefining how people work and grow.

For media inquiries, please contact: 
Rishita.chiranewala@darwinbox.in