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

• Canadian near-term gold producer LaFleur Minerals is increasing its holdings within the prolific Abitibi Greenstone Belt in Quebec through the value-accretive acquisition of the 78.5-square-kilometer McKenzie East Gold Project
• LaFleur has already been conducting an exploratory drilling operation at its nearby Swanson Gold Project, which has been shown to have broad, continuous zones of gold mineralization
• Swanson, and now McKenzie East, have the potential to serve as sources of feedstock for LaFleur’s Beacon Gold Mill, which the company expects to restart later this quarter by building from 750 metric tons per day (TPD) of output to 1,250 TPD by the end of its first year
• LaFleur’s acquisition agreement provides for 100% interest in McKenzie East Gold Project, a property contiguous to Fresnillo plc’s McKenzie Break Project

Near-term gold producer LaFleur Minerals (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) is announcing a strategic, value-accretive acquisition that adds to the company’s expectations of building revenue this year through its vertically integrated mine-to-mill gold production strategy. 

LaFleur is the owner of the 19,214 hectare Swanson Gold Project in the prolific Val-d’Or mining district and has now expanded its gold portfolio by acquiring a new, nearby gold project, McKenzie East. The new acquisition adds just over 1,781 hectares with 46 mineral claims in the McKenzie East Gold Project, part of the Val-d’Or region and contiguous with Fresnillo’s McKenzie Break Gold Deposit, which holds a historic high-grade indicated resource of 146,000 ounces of gold at 3.2 grams per tonne and an inferred resource of 250,600 ounces at 3.1 grams per tonne (https://ibn.fm/T2knP).

The McKenzie Break Gold Deposit is owned by Fresnillo plc, the world’s leading primary silver producer and a major global gold miner, according to LaFleur’s announcement. A 2021 drill program completed by the previous owner of McKenzie East Gold Project found anomalous gold mineralization, and LaFleur plans to explore the potential to define gold resources, which intends to complement the company’s mine-to-mill production model leveraging its 100%-owned Beacon Gold Mill in the same region.

LaFleur plans to use a 100,000 mt bulk sample from its Swanson Gold Project to restart gold production at its nearby Beacon Gold Mill, along with an existing 10,000 to 20,000 metric tons of feedstock at the Beacon site for test runs, with first gold pour anticipated for next quarter. The mill was idled a couple of years ago by its previous owner, but remains in a state of near-readiness, and the McKenzie acquisition creates an additional potential source of mill feed to build revenues over the long-term.  

LaFleur anticipates beginning its milling operation by processing mineralized material at a rate of 750 metric tons per day (“TPD”). The company expects to build to 1,000 TPD and then to 1,250 TPD during the first year of resumed mill operation, with support from recently announced financing terms received from Trafigura Canada to fund this scale-up, then to begin moving toward a target of 3,000 to 4,000 TPD in a sustainable operation. 

Recent record price levels for the gold market have created excitement throughout the industry. LaFleur CEO and Director Paul Ténière has said the company’s cautious but aggressive strategy is built on an all-in sustaining costs (“AISC”) standard of US$1,569 per ounce of gold and calculated on a base case of $2,750 per ounce of gold, leaving a large margin of opportunity between it and the market’s level in early May of approximately $4,700 per ounce (https://ibn.fm/lBr3S).

Exploration at the Swanson Gold Project has led LaFleur to expect a large-scale and expanding gold system with broad, continuous zones of gold mineralization and significant expansion potential at depth. 

The company’s three-tiered revenue model draws on the opportunity to employ its mineable land holdings within the Abitibi Gold Belt, Swanson and now McKenzie, sourced of mineralized material to feed production at its Beacon Gold Mill, completed by a tailings pond on site.

LaFleur’s agreement with the Vendor will grant it a 100% interest in the McKenzie East Gold Project following a cash payment of $30,000 as well as the issuance of 175,000 common shares of LaFleur Minerals Inc. to the Vendor, subject to exchange approval.

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

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• American Fusion(TM) launched a Government Procurement Services segment alongside its fusion energy development business.
• The company announced an initial transaction tied to a Canadian Department of National Defence procurement requirement.
• The approximately $58,000 purchase order involves specialized RF measurement equipment supplied through Canadian contractor Effective Acceleration Ventures Ltd.
• Management views the procurement segment as a way to build institutional and defense-sector relationships while its fusion platform continues development.
• Through subsidiary Kepler Fusion Technologies, the company continues to develop the Texatron(TM) fusion platform for modular energy applications.

American Fusion(TM) (OTC: AMFN), a developer of next-generation fusion energy technologies, is expanding beyond its core energy initiatives with the launch of a Government Procurement Services operating segment. The move reflects an effort to diversify operational activities while building relationships within defense and institutional procurement channels.

The company recently announced an initial transaction supporting a Canadian defense requirement. According to the announcement, American Fusion(TM) received a purchase order from Effective Acceleration Ventures Ltd. (“EAV”) to supply two 53100A Phase Noise Analyzer units for use under a Canadian Department of National Defence (“DND”) and Quality Engineering Test Establishment (“QETE”) contract (https://ibn.fm/It6wu).

The purchase order carries an estimated value of approximately $58,000, excluding shipping and related pass-through expenses. American Fusion(TM) is acting as a United States source-of-supply vendor for instrumentation manufactured by Microchip Technology, while EAV serves as the Canadian prime contractor to DND/QETE.

Management described the transaction as modest financially but strategically relevant because it demonstrates the company’s ability to participate in specialized procurement and supply-chain processes linked to government and defense organizations.

The equipment involved, the 53100A Phase Noise Analyzer, is used in precision timing and RF measurement applications, including oscillator characterization, frequency stability analysis, and signal integrity testing. Such systems are commonly used across aerospace, communications, electronics, and defense environments where signal precision is critical.

American Fusion(TM) said the new Government Procurement Services segment will operate independently from its fusion development activities conducted through subsidiary Kepler Fusion Technologies. The company stated that the segment is intended to focus on technical sourcing, institutional procurement support, and participation in government-related supply opportunities.

Samuel Reid, who serves as Government Strategy and Procurement Advisor to American Fusion(TM) and separately as a director of EAV, helped coordinate the transaction. Management indicated that the procurement initiative could eventually support relationships involving defense, Department of Energy, and NATO-related programs.

The expansion comes as American Fusion(TM) continues developing its broader energy strategy through Kepler Fusion Technologies and the Texatron(TM) fusion platform. The company previously changed its corporate identity following the merger with Kepler, repositioning itself around advanced energy infrastructure and fusion-related technologies.

Fusion energy remains an emerging field attracting both government and private capital globally. Developers are attempting multiple approaches to achieve commercially viable fusion systems capable of generating large-scale power with limited emissions and reduced long-term fuel constraints compared with conventional energy generation.

American Fusion(TM) is pursuing a modular approach through the Texatron(TM) platform. According to company statements, Kepler is currently developing multiple reactor configurations intended for industrial, commercial, and grid-related deployment scenarios.

Management has discussed plans involving both a smaller 5-megawatt demonstration system and a larger 100-megawatt commercial-scale design. The modular structure is intended to allow additional generation capacity to be added incrementally over time.

Although the technology is still in development, investor interest in fusion-related businesses has increased over the past several years as governments and private-sector participants search for long-duration energy solutions capable of supporting electrification, artificial intelligence infrastructure, manufacturing growth, and grid modernization.

American Fusion(TM) appears to be positioning itself at the intersection of those long-term energy ambitions and near-term institutional contracting opportunities. The newly announced procurement segment may offer a practical operating track capable of generating commercial activity while the company continues the longer development cycle associated with fusion technologies.

Chief Executive Officer Richard Hawkins described the Canadian defense-related transaction as an early validation of the procurement strategy and the company’s ability to operate within institutional purchasing environments. “This is an important milestone because it demonstrates our ability to participate in real-world procurement environments through an ancillary operating track distinct from our fusion development activities,” said Brent Nelson, Founder and Executive Director of American Fusion. “We believe engagements of this type can support broader institutional relationships over time.”

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

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Disseminated on behalf of ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF)and may include paid advertising.

• ESGold Corp., a development-stage company committed to the acquisition, exploration, and development of high-quality mineral properties worldwide, sees 2026 as an exciting year for its Montauban Gold-Silver Project in Quebec
• While appearing on The MiningNewsWire Podcast, Gordon Robb, ESGold’s CEO, noted that the company has now laid down the needed foundations, and has a number of important milestones coming up
• The foundations include securing all equipment and making significant progress on its 20,000 sq. ft. processing facility, which followed a C$7.2 million raise from the sale of 10,683,000 units of the company at C$0.68 a unit

ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF), a development-stage company committed to acquiring, exploring, and developing high-quality mineral properties worldwide, recognizes what an exciting period it is for the company, not just from a growth perspective, but also from a resource extraction standpoint for its flagship Montauban Gold-Silver Project in Quebec. While appearing on the latest episode of The MiningNewsWire Podcast , Gordon Robb, ESGold’s CEO reiterated the company’s progress thus far this year, while pointing out the company’s ambitions and why 2026 is a significant year for the company.

“2026 is a very big year for us. We have secured all our equipment…We’re currently building out our facility at a very fast pace. We’re aiming to be in operations this year, coupled with our maiden drill campaign kicking off,” he noted (https://ibn.fm/2r3N4).

Over the past few months, ESGold has been on an ambitious endeavor to raise money geared toward the exploration and development of its Montauban property. It recently raised gross proceeds of C$7.2 million from the sale of 10,683,000 units of the company at C$0.68 a unit, ultimately setting the stage for initiatives that have never been seen on the property over its entire history (https://ibn.fm/vZePh).

In March, the company shared results from its initial ANT survey and integrated 3D model, which revealed a deep and expanding mineralized corridor extending to approximately 900 meters and over at least two kilometers of strike. The company further announced an expanded program to confirm whether the interpreted structural corridor continues along strike, with the goal of identifying the property’s full extent and potential.

“This is a past-producing mine that produced for well over 100 years, yet with very limited property-wide exploration…That leaves us with an exciting opportunity, because this is a known mine that has never had modern exploration techniques applied across the entire property,” Robb noted. “We have a lot of milestones coming up, and at the same time we’re developing, exploring and aiming to be producing all in the same year,” he added (https://ibn.fm/2r3N4).

It is an ambitious plan for ESGold, but things are now in place to mark 2026 as the company’s most defining year thus far. Robb has expressed his confidence in his team, noting what a great period it is for them as they move toward achieving the said milestones. 

“I can confidently say for myself and my team, there’s not a lot of sleep going on, but this is an exciting period for us as we move quickly toward these major milestones,” he noted (https://ibn.fm/2r3N4).

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

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• Safe Pro has entered into an agreement with a U.S. Government prime contractor to deliver AI-powered air and ground autonomy solutions to support the U.S. Government.
• The agreement outlines collaboration between Safe Pro and the prime defense contractor on the development, integration, and deployment of battlefield intelligence solutions that blend AI-powered threat detection with autonomous ground and air platforms.
• Safe Pro also recently demonstrated both the NODE-X AI edge platform powered by its Safe Pro Object Threat Detection (“SPOTD”) technology at a recent U.S. Army event and successfully completed a U.S. Army exercise where Safe Pro’s AI technology was used to rapidly process drone imagery to locate live scattered mines.

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI), a developer of AI-enabled security, defense, and situational awareness solutions, recently entered into a Master Teaming with a U.S. Government prime defense contractor to deliver AI-powered air and ground solutions to support the U.S. Government (https://ibn.fm/0OJeW).

Under the agreement, Safe Pro will work with the prime contractor to develop, integrate, and deploy next-gen battlefield intelligence solutions that blend AI-powered threat detection with autonomous air and ground platforms. 

The defense contractor plans to use Safe Pro’s patented Safe Pro Object Threat Detection (“SPOTD”) platform, computer vision technologies, and NODE-X edge compute systems, alongside autonomous ground vehicles and drones, to deliver real-time situational awareness and force protection at the tactical edge.

The agreement, which expands Safe Pro’s existing subcontract to supply AI processing systems to the U.S. Government, may also lead to additional program opportunities where Safe Pro’s AI capabilities may be integrated into larger autonomous platforms.

Speaking about the new agreement, Safe Pro Group Chairman and CEO, Dan Erdberg, said that “Through this new teaming agreement, we have an opportunity to significantly expand our relationship with a leading U.S. defense prime and build upon our shared commitment to harness AI and autonomous technologies to deliver actionable battlefield intelligence to the U.S. Army and allied forces.”

In addition to entering this new defense contractor agreement, Safe Pro also recently demonstrated its SPOTD threat detection technology and NODE-X AI edge platform at the U.S. Army’s 2026 Joint Protection Combined Expo (“JPCE”) at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri (https://ibn.fm/NJV5p).

At the event, Safe Pro highlighted the capabilities of its patented AI platform along with NODE-X, a miniaturized AI edge-processing solution for mission planning. The solution is designed to support military operations by rapidly processing drone footage for mission planning, 3D mapping, threat detection, and supporting force protection.

In addition, Safe Pro has also successfully completed a U.S. Army live-fire exercise where Safe Pro’s patented technology was used to rapidly process drone imagery on the edge to locate live scattered mines and share this intelligence with commanders to support mission planning (https://ibn.fm/uAu69).

About Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI)

Safe Pro Group is a mission-driven tech company that creates and delivers advanced AI-powered solutions in the defense and security industries. Specifically, it offers drone-based services and ballistic protective gear to customers in homeland security, defense, law enforcement, and humanitarian markets. At the center of Safe Pro’s mission is computer vision software technology that rapidly detects small objects in drone footage, to make field operations safer and more efficient.

For more information, visit Safe Pro Group’s website at www.SafeProGroup.com.

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Disseminated on behalf of SPARC AI Inc. (CSE: SPAI) (OTCQB: SPAIF) and may include paid advertising.

• Modern conflicts are accelerating the shift toward autonomous, low-cost drone warfare at scale
• GPS spoofing and jamming are making traditional navigation systems increasingly unreliable in combat zones
• Sparc AI’s technology enables precise target acquisition without depending on GPS, addressing a critical battlefield need

SPARC AI (CSE: SPAI) (OTCQB: SPAIF) is emerging as a key player in the quickly evolving defense ecosystem, where scalability, autonomy, and resilience are changing the way wars are fought and won. From the Middle East to Ukraine, recent conflicts have made a reality clear: the battlefield is going autonomous, and traditional navigation systems like GPS aren’t as reliable as they used to be.

The recent rise of large-scale deployment of highly accurate, low-cost drones are helping to change military strategy. As seen recently in Ukraine and Iran-linked conflicts, drones have gone beyond being just niche tools but have now become core components of modern-day warfare (ibn.fm/PG2wE). These systems can be quickly produced, deployed in large numbers, and adapted across multiple combat roles, from strike missions to surveillance. The result is a fundamental shift in the overall cost dynamics of warfare, where adaptability and volume often outweigh traditional, expensive systems.

Also, the effectiveness of these autonomous systems is being challenged by a parallel development: the widespread use of GPS spoofing and jamming. According to recent studies, electronic interference with navigation systems has become “extremely dangerous for maritime navigation,” with experts warning that “you don’t know where ships are” when signals are compromised. In some regions, this interference has reached an endemic level, underscoring how easily satellite-based positioning can be disrupted in contested environments.

This increased unreliability of GPS is not only an aviation or maritime issue, but it is also a critical vulnerability for drone warfare. Several autonomous systems depend heavily on satellite navigation for movement and targeting. When those signals are manipulated or jammed, mission effectiveness and accuracy can be greatly reduced, creating a pressing need for alternative positioning and targeting systems (ibn.fm/TCLcH).

This is where SPARC AI’s value proposition becomes particularly compelling.

The company’s proprietary SPARC (Spatial, Predictive, Approximation, and Radial Convolution) technology transforms cameras, sensors, and even smartphones into advanced target coordinate acquisition systems. In real terms, this means identifying and locating objects in space without relying on GPS, an increasingly critical capability in modern conflict zones.

SPARC’s Target Acquisition System is created to determine the exact location of distant objects using spatial and visual data, offering a potential alternative to traditional navigation-dependent targeting systems. Also, the company is developing autonomous flight modules, further aligning its platform with the  broader shift toward unmanned and AI-driven defense systems.

These updates highlight SPARC AI’s broader mission: to enable accurate, reliable target acquisition in environments where traditional systems fail. As global conflicts continue to underscore the limitations of GPS and the rise of scalable drone warfare, the company’s technology aligns closely with emerging operational needs.

For more information, visit the company’s website at https://sparcai.co.

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• The biotechnology industry is going through a transformation that is redefining how a company’s value is interpreted.
• While revenue has traditionally been highly associated with a company’s valuation, clinical-stage progression and a company’s probability of success are being increasingly factored into its valuation.
• Companies on the front lines of this shift, such as Oncotelic Therapeutics, are leveraging their expertise in the space, and showing how scientific advancement can influence financial positioning.

The biotechnology sector is undergoing a meaningful shift in how companies are evaluated, challenging long-standing assumptions about value creation. Traditionally, valuation has been closely tied to revenue generation and near-term financial performance. However, this framework has never fully captured the realities of biotech, where long development timelines, regulatory complexity, and scientific uncertainty often delay commercialization for years.

Increasingly, the market is adopting a more nuanced approach – one that recognizes scientific progress itself as a measurable and investable asset. Clinical advancement, probability of regulatory success, and the strength of a company’s underlying intellectual property are now being incorporated into valuation models with greater rigor. Rather than being viewed solely as an ongoing R&D expense, these milestones are beginning to function as indicators of future economic potential.

This evolution is supported in part by fair-value accounting principles under U.S. GAAP, which provide a framework for life science companies to reflect the estimated value of their development-stage assets. By incorporating factors such as clinical data, development timelines, and commercialization probability, companies are increasingly able to present a balance sheet that more accurately reflects intrinsic value, even in the absence of meaningful revenue.

As a result, even before a business begins generating substantial commercial revenue, companies with advanced-stage programs and/or drug candidates progressing through clinical stages may see their values rise as the chances of success are higher.

One company operating within this evolving framework is Oncotelic Therapeutics Inc. (OTCQB: OTLC), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical firm focused on developing targeted therapies for cancer and other serious diseases. The company’s strategy reflects a broader recognition that scientific execution and asset quality are central to long-term valuation.

Oncotelic’s positioning is further supported by a diversified pipeline and strategic investments, including a 45% ownership stake in GMP Bio, an entity that has reportedly achieved an enterprise valuation exceeding $1 billion. Such holdings not only provide potential financial upside but also reinforce the company’s exposure to high-value development-stage assets.

Institutional investors appear increasingly aligned with this perspective. There is growing willingness to allocate capital to pre-revenue biotech companies, particularly those demonstrating strong clinical progress and credible paths to commercialization. In this context, valuation is becoming less about current earnings and more about the probability-weighted future value of a company’s scientific portfolio.

As this investment paradigm continues to evolve, companies that can effectively translate scientific advancement into a clear financial narrative may be particularly well positioned. Firms like Oncotelic, which combine active clinical development with strategic asset exposure, reflect the type of opportunity that is gaining traction among investors seeking early access to innovation-driven value creation.

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

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Disseminated on behalf of MindBio Therapeutics Corp. (CSE: MBIO) (OTCQB: MBQIF) and may include paid advertising.

• The company has filed patent applications covering 15 novel discoveries in AI-driven voice intoxication detection.
• The platform analyzes speech patterns to estimate drug and alcohol impairment without physical samples.
• Initial commercial rollout is targeting mining and aviation via Edge AI kiosk systems, with Broader applications including call centers, law enforcement, and mental health screening.
• Technology is designed for high-volume, regulated environments where testing is costly and time consuming.
• The overall global drug and alcohol testing market is projected to reach $4.2 billion by 2033.

MindBio Therapeutics (CSE: MBIO) (OTCQB: MBQIF), a biotechnology company commercializing AI-driven voice technology for drug and alcohol intoxication detection, has moved to formalize its intellectual property position in AI-driven intoxication detection, filing patent applications tied to what it describes as 15 novel discoveries in the relationship between speech patterns and the effects of neurologically active substances.

The filings, detailed in a recent company update, center on a machine learning model designed to detect drug and alcohol impairment using short voice samples. The approach departs from conventional testing methods that rely on breath, saliva, or laboratory analysis (https://ibn.fm/RQsWQ).

The company’s system evaluates more than 140 acoustic parameters and has been trained on a dataset exceeding 50 million data points. These inputs are used to identify subtle changes in speech associated with intoxication, with results delivered in near real time through standard microphones or dedicated hardware.

MindBio’s current development focus includes an Edge AI kiosk designed for enterprise deployment. The kiosk integrates both hardware and software, allowing workers or users to provide a voice sample at a fixed checkpoint, such as an industrial site entrance. According to management, delivery of the initial commercial systems remains on track for the second quarter of 2026.

“The digital health diagnostics market represents a significant opportunity for MindBio to leverage its Voice AI diagnostics technology with a first mover commercialization advantage in drug and alcohol intoxication detection,” said CEO Justin Hanka.

The commercial rationale for the technology is tied to the limitations of existing workplace testing systems. Drug and alcohol screening in regulated industries is often invasive, time consuming, and operationally disruptive, particularly in environments that require high-frequency testing across large workforces. This challenge is most visible in sectors such as mining, aviation, and construction, where safety requirements and regulatory oversight mandate routine testing. In these settings, companies must balance compliance with productivity, often at significant cost.

Market data suggests that demand for more efficient testing solutions is increasing. The global alcohol and drug testing devices market is expected to grow from approximately $2.5 billion in 2025 to $4.2 billion by 2033, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of around 7% (https://ibn.fm/YJ63I). Growth is being driven by stricter workplace regulations, rising awareness of substance misuse, and wider adoption of point-of-care diagnostics.

Portable and rapid-testing systems are gaining traction as employers seek to reduce reliance on centralized laboratory processes. MindBio’s voice-based model aligns with this shift, offering a non-invasive alternative that can be deployed at scale without specialized collection procedures.

The company’s initial commercial focus has been on mining operations, particularly in South America. These environments typically involve large, rotating workforces operating in remote locations, where logistical constraints can complicate traditional testing protocols.

A voice-based system could allow operators to screen workers as they enter a site, providing immediate feedback and reducing bottlenecks associated with manual or laboratory-based testing. The ability to conduct frequent, low-friction assessments is a key element of the proposed value proposition.

Beyond mining, MindBio has identified a wider set of potential use cases. Aviation and construction remain primary targets due to regulatory requirements, while law enforcement agencies may benefit from rapid, field-based screening tools. The company has also pointed to applications in call centers and mental health environments. In these settings, voice is already central to daily operations, and the ability to analyze speech for signs of impairment, fatigue, or distress could extend beyond compliance into workforce management and wellbeing monitoring.

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

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• Coal remains the largest source of electricity generation in the world.
• At the heart of Frontieras’s FASForm technology is a continuous solid carbon fractionation process that thermally cracks coal in a reducing atmosphere.
• Beyond fuels and hydrogen, the FASForm process enables the creation of additional valuable industrial chemicals and materials.

Global energy systems are under increasing strain as industrial demand accelerates and reliable baseload power becomes more critical to economic stability. Frontieras North America is developing a breakthrough energy-processing technology known as FASForm(TM) that deconstructs coal and other solid hydrocarbons into multiple high-value fuels and industrial products, redefining the utility and economics of coal without burning it. By unlocking the hidden components of coal through a patented Solid Carbon Fractionation process, the company is focused on delivering abundant, affordable, available energy solutions, and a new generation of diverse industrial revenue streams, from a resource long dismissed as outdated.

According to the International Energy Agency, coal remains the largest source of electricity generation in the world, accounting for approximately 35% of total power generation in 2024. Frontieras’s FASForm technology separates coal into its molecular components through a controlled thermal process rather than combustion, increasing efficiency and producing multiple usable outputs from a single feedstock.

At the heart of FASForm is a continuous solid carbon fractionation process that thermally cracks coal in a reducing atmosphere. The system operates at moderate temperatures and slightly positive pressure, does not require additional water and avoids combustion during processing. This produces a range of commercially valuable outputs while operating as a closed-loop, zero-waste system that captures and repurposes byproducts into usable materials.

Frontieras projects that a full-scale FASForm facility processing 7,500 tons of coal per day — its first commercial plant in Mason County, West Virginia — could generate a range of outputs that underline the breadth of the technology’s impact. From each ton of coal processed, FASForm is designed to produce approximately 2.3 barrels of liquid fuels, including diesel, kerosene and naphtha. It also generates more than 20 million standard cubic feet per day of hydrogen used to power the facility, making the site potentially the first hydrogen-powered plant in the United States. The purified solid carbon product, known as FASCarbon(TM), contains more than 90% less sulfur than petroleum coke and can serve as clean industrial fuel or a feedstock for steel and cement production.

The ability to derive hydrogen on site is particularly significant. Hydrogen is a key industrial commodity with growing importance in energy, refining and chemical sectors. While the global hydrogen market was valued in the hundreds of billions of dollars in recent years, its production has often relied on energy-intensive steam methane reforming or large, capital-intensive electrolysis facilities powered by renewables. FASForm generates hydrogen as a direct output of coal fractionation, integrating fuel production and industrial gas supply within a single process while leveraging existing hydrocarbon feedstocks.

Beyond fuels and hydrogen, the FASForm process enables the creation of additional valuable industrial chemicals and materials. Frontieras has outlined the potential to capture and repurpose ammonia and sulfur compounds released during fractionation into ammonium sulfate fertilizer and sulfuric acid, turning what would traditionally be waste gases into commodity products. These fertilizers and industrial chemicals are part of global markets projected to grow substantially. For example, the global fertilizer market was valued at more than $212 billion in 2023 and is expected to expand in the coming decade.

The economic implications of FASForm extend beyond product diversification. The company’s first commercial facility in West Virginia is projected to be an investment of around $850 million, generating thousands of construction jobs and hundreds of full-time roles while processing millions of tons of regional coal annually. By enabling new markets for coal and related materials, Frontieras is positioning coal communities, many of which have faced industry decline, with a route to economic revitalization. The project’s estimated impact on West Virginia’s gross domestic product underscores this potential, with state and local officials suggesting measurable contributions to regional economic output.

“West Virginia’s on a real comeback,” said Gov. Patrick Morrisey. “We wanted to make sure that energy was going to be a foundational part of West Virginia’s comeback story. . . . This [project] fits perfectly into that. Because it’s a good company, terrific people, they’re leveraging our energy resources and it’s actually going to be coming in a place that’s very receptive to this kind of product and service.”

FASForm also reflects a broader strategic imperative in global energy policy: the need for abundant, affordable, and available energy that supports industrial growth, data-intensive technologies and national security. The rapid growth of artificial intelligence, high-performance computing and advanced manufacturing places increasing strain on electricity grids and energy supply chains. Dispatchable sources that can provide consistent power are seen as critical to sustaining these sectors, and technologies that enhance existing infrastructure, such as FASForm, play a role in meeting this demand.

FASForm establishes coal as a high-value industrial feedstock rather than a single-purpose fuel. By extracting fuels, hydrogen and carbon-based materials from each ton, the process increases the economic utility of coal and aligns its use with modern industrial demand. This approach reflects a shift in how coal is utilized, focusing on its inherent value and versatility within large-scale production systems.

As Frontieras North America advances toward commercialization, FASForm represents a structural shift in how hydrocarbons are processed and utilized. By converting coal into a diversified stream of fuels, chemicals and industrial materials within a single system, the company is establishing a new model for large-scale energy and production infrastructure built on efficiency, output diversification and resource value.

For more information, visit www.Frontieras.com.

For information about Frontieras North America’s Regulation A+ offering, visit invest.frontieras.com.

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Disseminated on behalf of Nevada Organic Phosphate Inc. (CSE: NOP) (OTCQB: NOPFF) and may include paid advertising.

• Initial 2025 drilling at the Murdock Mountain project returned average grades of 10.95% P₂O₅ over 4.2 metres
• 2026 program aims to refine continuity, thickness, and grade across the Meade Peak zone
• Organic phosphate positioning aligns with shifting U.S. agricultural practices and the growing need for uncommon raw phosphate rock for organic agriculture
• Project benefits from proximity to transport infrastructure in northeastern Nevada
• Exploration target ranges remain conceptual pending further drilling and verification

Nevada Organic Phosphate (CSE: NOP) (OTCQB: NOPFF), a B.C.-based leader in organic sedimentary phosphate exploration, has begun mobilizing drilling equipment for its 2026 exploration program at the Murdock Mountain project in Nevada, marking a transition from preparation to active fieldwork. According to a recent company update, site readiness has been completed, including wildlife pre-clearance surveys and construction of new drill pads (https://ibn.fm/pzguB).

The company’s approach is tied to a specific segment of the fertilizer market: direct application of raw phosphate rock for organic agriculture. Unlike conventional phosphate products that undergo chemical processing, the material targeted at Murdock Mountain is intended for minimal processing, primarily simple crushing and grinding, before application.

This positioning reflects changes in U.S. agricultural practices, where demand for organic inputs has been increasing alongside growth in the organic food sector. Farmers operating under organic certification frameworks are restricted in their use of synthetic fertilizers, creating demand for alternative nutrient sources.

Phosphate is a critical input for crop production, supporting root development and plant growth. The U.S. remains dependent on both domestic production and imports to meet agricultural demand, particularly as global supply chains for key inputs have faced periodic disruptions. Industry data shows that phosphate markets are influenced by both agricultural cycles and geopolitical factors, including export restrictions and concentration of supply in a limited number of countries. Against this backdrop, projects located within North America are increasingly viewed through a supply security lens.

Nevada Organic Phosphate’s project is situated in northeastern Nevada, near established transportation routes including highway access to regional hubs and rail connections to West Coast and inland markets. Proximity to infrastructure is a factor that can influence project economics, particularly for bulk materials such as phosphate rock.

FTE Drilling, the company’s contractor, is now moving personnel and equipment to the site. Once mobilization is complete, drilling is expected to resume with a focus on further evaluating the Meade Peak Upper Phosphate Zone, a near-surface, flat-lying horizon that extends across the property.

The program is designed to improve understanding of the zone’s lateral continuity, thickness, and grade distribution. These parameters are central to building a consistent geological model and informing future technical studies.

The company’s initial six drill holes, completed in late 2025, returned an average grade of 10.95% P₂O₅ over a true thickness of 4.2 metres. Individual holes reported grades ranging from approximately 10.2% to 11.9% P₂O₅, broadly consistent with historical interpretations of the formation.

Management has framed the current phase as incremental, emphasizing data collection rather than definitive conclusions. “Advancing this drill program will strengthen our understanding of the flat-lying horizon’s grade continuity and provide improved true-thickness control across the project area,” director Garry Smith said in the update, noting that results will contribute to evaluating the broader potential of the system. “Our work continues to proceed with discipline, and full alignment with regulatory and scientific standards.”

The Murdock Mountain property hosts a sedimentary phosphate horizon within the Meade Peak Formation. The company’s initial permitted area, covering roughly 1,813 acres, is associated with an Exploration Target Mineral Inventory ranging from 10 to 46 million tonnes, grading between 3% and 15% P₂O₅. These estimates are based on historical work and have not yet been verified under current reporting standards.

Beyond the initial permit area, Nevada Organic Phosphate has identified additional target zones that could extend the strike length of the phosphate-bearing horizon. Applications covering a broader land package suggest potential continuity over tens of kilometres, although these areas remain at an early stage of evaluation.

At the same time, the project remains in the exploration stage. The company has emphasized that the Exploration Target Mineral Inventory is conceptual in nature and should not be interpreted as a defined mineral estimate. Further drilling and analysis will be required to determine whether the identified zones support economic extraction.

The 2026 drill program is expected to play a central role in that process. By expanding the dataset across additional drill holes and locations, the company aims to refine its geological understanding and reduce uncertainty around the continuity of mineralization.

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

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• Rare earth elements play a critical role across multiple high-growth sectors.
• Identifying and developing ionic clay deposits outside of China has become a strategic priority for companies and governments alike.
• Canamera Energy Metals is advancing a strategy centered on ionic clay rare earth exploration in Brazil.

The global race to secure reliable supplies of rare earth elements is intensifying as governments and industries seek to reduce dependence on concentrated supply chains. These materials are essential to modern technologies, yet much of the world’s supply remains tied to a single dominant producer: China. In this context, Canamera Energy Metals (CSE: EMET) (OTCQB: EMETF) is positioning its ionic clay rare earth projects in Brazil as part of a broader effort to support more diversified and resilient supply chains for Western markets.

Rare earth elements play a critical role across multiple high-growth sectors. They are key components in permanent magnets used in electric vehicles, wind turbines and advanced electronics, as well as in defense systems such as precision-guided munitions, radar and communications technologies. The International Energy Agency has noted that rare earths are essential to the clean-energy transition, observing that demand for critical minerals used in these technologies is expected to grow significantly as electrification expands. In electric vehicles alone, rare earth magnets are used in motors to improve efficiency and performance, while wind turbines rely on these materials for high-strength permanent magnet generators.

Despite their importance, global supply chains for rare earths remain highly concentrated. According to analysis of global supply chains, China accounts for roughly 70% of rare earth mining and about 90% of processing capacity, giving it substantial influence over pricing, availability and downstream manufacturing of these critical materials. This concentration has raised concerns among Western governments about supply security, particularly as geopolitical tensions and trade dynamics evolve.

One of the reasons China has maintained this dominant position is its extensive development of ionic clay rare earth deposits, particularly in southern provinces. These deposits differ from traditional hard rock rare earth projects in that they can often be processed using simpler extraction techniques. Ionic clay deposits can be “simpler and cheaper to exploit than those found in harder rock,” making them an attractive source of supply. This advantage has allowed China to develop a large portion of its rare earth production capacity around these types of deposits.

As a result, identifying and developing ionic clay deposits outside of China has become a strategic priority for companies and governments alike. Brazil is emerging as a key region in this effort due to its geological similarities and underexplored potential. Reports indicate that parts of Brazil host ionic clay rare earth mineralization comparable to Chinese deposits, creating opportunities for new supply sources that could help diversify global production.

This shift is occurring alongside increasing policy focus in the United States and other Western countries. Recent U.S. government initiatives have continued to highlight critical minerals as a strategic priority, emphasizing the need to secure domestic and allied supply chains for materials essential to energy, defense and technology sectors. Federal agencies have repeatedly pointed to the risks associated with concentrated supply and have encouraged investment in alternative sources, including projects located in allied jurisdictions.

Within this broader geopolitical landscape, Canamera Energy Metals is advancing a strategy centered on ionic clay rare earth exploration in Brazil. The company has focused on identifying and developing projects that align with the type of deposits that have historically underpinned China’s dominance. By targeting ionic clay mineralization, Canamera is positioning itself within a segment of the market that is both technically advantageous and strategically important.

The company’s work in Brazil reflects this approach. Canamera’s exploration efforts have confirmed ionic clay rare earth mineralization across multiple projects, demonstrating the presence of this deposit type within its portfolio. This is significant because it suggests the potential for relatively straightforward processing and the possibility of producing rare earth elements in a manner that is competitive with established supply sources.

Beyond individual projects, Canamera is working to build a broader platform that could support long-term development. By assembling multiple ionic clay assets within a single region, the company may be able to create synergies in exploration, development and eventual production. This type of platform approach can enhance scalability and improve the economics of project development, particularly in a market where consistent supply is highly valued.

The geopolitical implications of this strategy are also noteworthy. As Western countries seek to reduce reliance on a single dominant supplier, projects that can contribute to diversified supply chains are likely to attract increasing attention. Companies operating in jurisdictions such as Brazil, which offer both resource potential and relative geopolitical stability, may play an important role in this transition.

As the global economy continues to shift toward electrification and advanced technologies, the importance of secure and diversified rare earth supply chains is expected to grow. Ionic clay projects like those being developed by Canamera Energy Metals could become increasingly significant as part of that effort, offering a pathway to reduce concentration risk and support the long-term resilience of critical mineral supply.

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

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This document contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities legislation, including statements regarding: the Company’s planned exploration activities on its projects; the anticipated timing and completion of the earn-in milestones under the Option Agreement; the Company’s ability to make required cash and share payments and incur required exploration expenditures; the geological prospectivity of its projects; and the Company’s exploration strategy.

Forward-looking information is based on assumptions, estimates, and opinions of management at the date the statements are made and is subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated or projected. These assumptions include, without limitation: the Company’s ability to raise sufficient capital to fund its exploration programs and option payments; favourable regulatory conditions; continued access to its projects; and general economic conditions.

Important risk factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to: uncertainties related to raising sufficient financing; the inherently speculative nature of mineral exploration; title risks; environmental and permitting risks; and fluctuations in uranium prices. Additional risk factors affecting the Company can be found in the Company’s continuous disclosure documents available at www.sedarplus.ca.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information.