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VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA / ACCESS Newswire / September 5, 2025 / American Critical Minerals Corp. (“American Critical Minerals” or the “Company“) (CSE:KCLI)(OTCQB:APCOF)(Frankfurt:2P3) is pleased to announce that it has received strong investor interest for its non-brokered private placement (the “Offering“) and the Offering is now fully allocated to subscribers. The Company will not be accepting further subscriptions for the Offering and anticipates closing will take place on or about September 12, 2025.

Further information concerning the Offering is available in the news release issued by the Company on September 4, 2025 and in the offering document related to the Offering that is accessible under the Company’s profile at www.sedarplus.ca and on the Company’s website at www.acmineralscorp.com.

On behalf of the Board of Directors

Simon Clarke, President & CEO

Contact: (604)-551-9665

Cautionary Statements Regarding Forward Looking Information

This news release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. Forward-looking information is typically identified by words such as: believe, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking information. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ from this forward-looking information include those described under the heading “Risks and Uncertainties” in the Company’s most recently filed MD&A. The Company does not intend, and expressly disclaims any obligation to, update or revise the forward-looking information contained in this news release, except as required by law. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking expect, anticipate, intend, estimate, postulate and similar expressions, or are those, which, by their nature, refer to future events. Such statements include, without limitation, statements regarding investor interest in the Offering and the intended date for completion of the Offering. Although the Company believes that such statements are reasonable, it can give no assurances that such expectations will prove to be correct. All such forward-looking information is based on certain assumptions and analyses made by the Company in light of their experience and perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other factors management believes are appropriate in the circumstances. This information, however, is subject to a variety of risks and information.

SOURCE: American Critical Minerals Corp.

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 5, 2025 / Singapore has taken a bold step forward with the launch of its national plastic passport program, powered by SMX (NASDAQ:SMX) technology and its long-standing research partner ASTAR. It’s the world’s first government-backed initiative of its kind, one that doesn’t just intend to boost recycling rates but to fundamentally rewire how value is created from plastics. What makes this moment more than a domestic breakthrough is its potential to become the blueprint for ASEAN, a region whose plastic waste challenge has both staggering costs and immense opportunities.

Singapore is small, but it rarely thinks small. By embedding molecular-level intelligence into plastics, the country has shifted recycling away from a patchwork of intentions toward a framework built on proof, traceability, and accountability. Every piece of plastic, regardless of grade or application, can now carry a digital passport verifying its origin, journey, and re-use potential.

That system design is precisely what Southeast Asia has lacked. The region collectively generates millions of tonnes of plastic waste each year, much of which ends up either incinerated or in landfills and waterways. According to regional estimates, ASEAN’s plastics ecosystem represents an untapped S$4.2 billion annual market, a value that today slips through the cracks because recycling remains fragmented, narrow in scope, and lacking in verifiable reporting.

Singapore’s move offers a ready-made playbook for the region. It is not just a test case; it’s a demonstration of what’s possible when technology, government, and industry align. And ASEAN, with its integrated economic community and shared environmental priorities, is uniquely positioned to replicate and scale this model.

Building a Regional Standard Through SMX

The genius of Singapore’s plastic passport system is its universality. Instead of chasing a handful of PET or rPET bottles and food-grade packaging, it brings every polymer class into scope-from automotive resins and construction plastics to textiles and electronics. That breadth matters in ASEAN, where manufacturing supply chains are deeply interconnected and where plastics are embedded across industries that export globally.

For regulators, a regional standard built on Singapore’s model would provide uniform compliance tools that transcend borders. For brands, it delivers defensible proof that recycled content claims can withstand scrutiny from both customers and global regulators. And for ASEAN governments, it translates environmental ambition into measurable economic reward, monetizing what today is treated as costly waste.

SMX’s role in this cannot be overstated. Its “physical-to-digital” system is not theory; it has already demonstrated traceability from tree to tire in natural rubber, and now from waste to high-value resin in plastics. By anchoring Singapore’s national initiative, SMX has positioned itself not as a supplier but as an architect of frameworks. When replicated regionally, that positioning could make its technology the default standard for ASEAN: a position with immense staying power.

The Investor Lens: From Local Proof to Regional Scale

This is where the inflection point comes into focus. The ASEAN region is not dabbling in sustainability as a corporate social responsibility exercise; it is grappling with the direct costs of waste management, marine pollution, and lost material value. A S$4.2 billion opportunity exists simply by closing the loop with traceable, certified recycled content. More than that, through its Plastic Cycle Token (PCT), SMX makes that value tradable, an added incentive that transcends just the intent to comply.

The SMX technology Singapore is using proves that the tools exist. The question for the region is not if, but how fast.

For SMX, the leap from enabling Singapore to enabling ASEAN would be transformative. It would shift the company’s role from project-by-project implementations to operating at the scale of regional infrastructure. Just as early movers in carbon credits or ESG reporting technology became category leaders that defined their markets, SMX now stands at the same threshold in plastics.

That is what makes Singapore less of an endpoint and more of a springboard. A national framework in one of the world’s most forward-thinking economies is the first domino. The replication of that model across ASEAN is the chain reaction. If the region adopts Singapore’s approach, SMX will not just be part of the system-it will be the system. And that makes the ASEAN plastics opportunity one of the most compelling growth catalysts in the company’s story to date.

References

1. National Environment Agency (NEA). Waste & Recycling Statistics 2014 – 2023. Singapore: NEA; 2024.

2. Shunpoly.com. “How Much Plastic Is Wasted Each Year in Singapore?” Accessed 5 August 2025.

3. National Environment Agency (NEA). Waste-Statistics & Overall Recycling (interactive dashboard). Updated 2024; accessed 5 August 2025.

4. National Environment Agency (NEA). Mandatory Packaging Reporting portal. Accessed 5 August 2025.

5. Singapore Statutes Online. Environmental Public Health (Public Cleansing) Regulations – Incineration gate-fee schedule; revised 2024.

6. National Environment Agency (NEA). “New Licensing Regime for General Waste Disposal Facilities.” Technical brief & dialogue-session slides; 2024.

7. Nasdaq.com. “SMX Announces Planned Launch of World’s First Plastic Cycle Token.” Press release; 2024.

8. Yahoo! Finance. “SMX Plastic Cycle Token Is a Functional Market-Driven Solution…” News article; 2024.

9. Los Angeles Tribune. “Carbon Credits Had Their Day… Now the SMX Plastic Cycle Token…” Feature article; 2025.

10. National Environment Agency (NEA). Refuse Collection Fees for Households. Revised 2024; accessed 5 August 2025.

About SMX

As global businesses face new and complex challenges relating to carbon neutrality and meeting new governmental and regional regulations and standards, SMX is able to offer players along the value chain access to its marking, tracking, measuring and digital platform technology to transition more successfully to a low-carbon economy.

Forward-Looking Statements

The information in this press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding expectations, hopes, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future. In addition, any statements that refer to projections, forecasts or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking statements. The words “anticipate,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “forecast,” “intends,” “may,” “will,” “might,” “plan,” “possible,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “would” and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements in this press release may include, for example: matters relating to the Company’s fight against abusive and possibly illegal trading tactics against the Company’s stock; successful launch and implementation of SMX’s joint projects with manufacturers and other supply chain participants of gold, steel, rubber and other materials; changes in SMX’s strategy, future operations, financial position, estimated revenues and losses, projected costs, prospects and plans; SMX’s ability to develop and launch new products and services, including its planned Plastic Cycle Token; SMX’s ability to successfully and efficiently integrate future expansion plans and opportunities; SMX’s ability to grow its business in a cost-effective manner; SMX’s product development timeline and estimated research and development costs; the implementation, market acceptance and success of SMX’s business model; developments and projections relating to SMX’s competitors and industry; and SMX’s approach and goals with respect to technology. These forward-looking statements are based on information available as of the date of this press release, and current expectations, forecasts and assumptions, and involve a number of judgments, risks and uncertainties. Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing views as of any subsequent date, and no obligation is undertaken to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date they were made, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws. As a result of a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties, actual results or performance may be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Some factors that could cause actual results to differ include: the ability to maintain the listing of the Company’s shares on Nasdaq; changes in applicable laws or regulations; any lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on SMX’s business; the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations, and identify and realize additional opportunities; the risk of downturns and the possibility of rapid change in the highly competitive industry in which SMX operates; the risk that SMX and its current and future collaborators are unable to successfully develop and commercialize SMX’s products or services, or experience significant delays in doing so; the risk that the Company may never achieve or sustain profitability; the risk that the Company will need to raise additional capital to execute its business plan, which may not be available on acceptable terms or at all; the risk that the Company experiences difficulties in managing its growth and expanding operations; the risk that third-party suppliers and manufacturers are not able to fully and timely meet their obligations; the risk that SMX is unable to secure or protect its intellectual property; the possibility that SMX may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; and other risks and uncertainties described in SMX’s filings from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

EMAIL: info@securitymattersltd.com

SOURCE: SMX (Security Matters) Public Limited

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50 Million Medicare Patients. 10 Years. Unlimited Insights.

VIENNA, VIRGINIA / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / Today, we at GenHealth (https://genhealth.ai) are introducing something that will transform healthcare data access and analytics: the G-Mode 50M Synthetic Patient Dataset (https://gmode.genhealth.ai/).

It’s massive. We created a 50 million synthetic Medicare patients spanning over a decade of care from 2015 through 2025. Every detail is there: providers, facilities, prescriptions, procedures, costs, referrals, conditions, even the flow of care over time.

Obviously we can’t make real patient data available, so we have generated all this data using our Large Medical Model trained on over 140M real de-identified patient claims histories**.**

Just like other generative AI models that can create new faces or images of people who don’t exist, our Large Medical Model generates realistic patient journeys which preserve and help uncover nuanced relationships in healthcare data. Detailed, rich, and research-ready – but with no PHI, no identifiers, and zero privacy risk.

Fuel curiosity without barriers.

Traditionally, getting patient-level data is almost impossible. It’s locked away, siloed, and restricted. Now, for the first time, anyone can explore healthcare at scale – from citizen scientists to the biggest research institutions.

• Public health: Track disease patterns and model interventions.

• Competitive Intelligence: Analyze competitor market share, pricing strategies, medical coding, and product positioning.

• Education & research: Give students and data scientists a safe way to learn.

• Quality and Cost: Identify opportunities to improve care quality while reducing costs.

• Prior authorization: Test faster, more patient-friendly approaches for medical policies.

• Fraud, waste, and abuse (FWA): Build and validate smarter detection algorithms.

Wrapped in a chatbot

Beyond just making the data available, we’re providing effortless interaction. You don’t need to know healthcare analytics, coding, or SQL to use it. We’ve wrapped the dataset in a chatbot interface.

That means you can just ask, in plain language:

• “How many patients with diabetes were in the ER last year?”

• “Which providers performed the most knee replacement surgeries from 2023 to 2025 for each county in Ohio?”

• “What is the cost distribution for the total spend on care care for patients by year?”

• What is the percentage of women 65 to 75 years of age who received osteoporosis screening in 2024?

And you’ll get the answers. Instantly.

Built with our Large Medical Model

At the core is our Large Medical Model (LMM) – a transformer trained on over 140M patient records. It can both predict costs and risks as well as generate complete, realistic patient timelines from scratch. It’s the same engine that powers our G-Mode Population Health Co-Pilot and AI-driven Prior Authorization tools. This is as real as fake can get. For example, our model can predict bee stings for patients in a random county of Pennsylvania at a similar rate to the real world 0.150% (real) vs 0.135% (G-Mode’s synthetic data set).

A new era for healthcare data

This is the easiest, safest way ever to explore patient-level healthcare data. By making it as simple as having a conversation, we’ve opened the door wider than ever before.

For the lone citizen scientist. For the startup. For the biggest public health institutions.

We can’t wait to see what you discover with G-Mode.

About GenHealth
GenHealth (https://genhealth.ai) is a healthcare technology company that uses AI to automate healthcare workflows, improve quality, and reduce costs. Our products include G-Mode for healthcare data exploration and the UMPA platform for automating medical necessity and prior authorization processes. We serve providers, health plans, and suppliers with HIPAA-compliant solutions that streamline data analytics and operations while maintaining high standards of care.

SOURCE: Genhealth AI

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Enjoy a $25 MVP Wash for Just $1 – Limited-Time Offer Benefits Children’s Miracle Network

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / Club Car Wash is opening another location in Colorado Springs – this time at 301 E. Fillmore St. As the company continues to grow across Colorado, this new site brings even more access to fast, high-quality car wash services the community can count on.

With top-tier washes, Unlimited Wash Memberships, powerful vacuums, and free microfiber towels, the Fillmore St. location offers a convenient and consistent clean – every time.

To celebrate the grand opening, Club Car Wash is offering its premium $25 MVP Wash for just $1, available for a limited time only. 100% of proceeds will benefit Children’s Miracle Network (CMN), supporting critical care for children in need.

“We’re excited to open another location in such a supportive and growing city,” said Collin Bartels, President of Club Car Wash. “Every expansion is a chance to make a difference, and we’re proud to partner with CMN to give back to local families.”

SOURCE: Club Car Wash

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• Timed with Anthony’s Basketball Hall of Fame induction, ‘House of Melo’ exhibit offers a portal into the NBA icon’s evolution – from his early days in Baltimore to rewriting the rules in boardrooms.

• Citywide auxiliary experiences will champion entrepreneurship with tools and connections people need to own their dreams.

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / Coinciding with Carmelo Anthony’s enshrinement to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, the City of Baltimore will host a “House of Melo” exhibit to celebrate the 10-time NBA All-Star, entrepreneur and philanthropist.

The exhibit opens to the public on Oct. 25 at the historic Enoch Pratt Free Library’s Central location that welcomes half-a-million people annually. Visitors will get to see artifacts representing Anthony’s impact on culture, sports, business and social justice across multiple floors of the 350,000-square-foot Art Deco building that Anthony is now calling “House of Melo HQ.” The exhibit will run through late December.

“This isn’t just an exhibit – this is my story,” says Anthony. ” Where I’ve been, what I’ve learned and how far I’ve come. I want people to feel inspired to dream big and know it’s possible.” He adds, “You can’t tell that story without Baltimore. This city raised me, challenged me and gave me the drive to grow. Now, I hope my journey can be a blueprint for others chasing theirs.”

The exhibit and associated programs aim to equip people with the skills to start and sustain their business aspirations.

Anthony’s desire to embolden future business owners is a timely one, given the current landscape of both unprecedented entrepreneurial growth and persistent hurdles.

The U.S. Treasury reports an average of 430,000 new business applications being filed per month in 2024 with 43% of self-employed Americans being women, more than ever before. Greater than 70% of small-business owners say constant shifts in trade policy are creating a “whiplash effect”, making it difficult to plan and operate. And, the existing plethora of online courses and job-skill certificate programs appear to be falling short.

“Carmelo embodies everything that makes Baltimore the best city in America. Determination, grit and deep sense of community pride,” shares Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott. “No matter what higher heights he reaches, he always stays grounded in his values and committed to supporting the next generation – especially young people following his footsteps in Baltimore. We are so proud to celebrate his career and his legacy through this exhibition.”

D. Watkins (award-winning writer and co-author of Anthony’s memoir) and Khalilah Beavers (Anthony’s stylist and creative director of nearly 20 years) are producing and designing the exhibit with support from creative and experiential agencies Valerie and Verb.

According to Watkins, initial planning conversations began in November of 2024.

“Carmelo was very adamant about anchoring the experience at the Pratt, because it’s a free library. No tickets. No reservations required. It’s a space where everyone is welcome and can be comfortable,” adds Watkins, who stressed the exhibit and all associated programming is free to attend.

Additional details and announcements will become available at TheHouseofMelo.com, including digital tour elements for those unable to visit.

“The Pratt Library is honored to celebrate Carmelo at this historic moment,” says Enoch Pratt Free Library CEO Chad Helton. “He means so much to Baltimore, and it’s fitting that this free exhibit and branch programs reflect both his impact and the Library’s mission. Like the Pratt, his story shows the power of making history, culture and opportunity open to everyone.”

Beavers and team have combed through storage facilities, sports authority and longtime collaborator archives, and family and die-hard fans’ personal collections to curate the exhibit.

“The details are everything,” shares Beavers. “We’re hitting the highlights at a new frequency, but what I’m most proud of is the care to give people access to pieces of Carmelo you can’t search for – things previously unseen and unsaid. And, giving shine to cherished art and mementos fans have created.

“For all Carmelo has achieved, so many still see him singularly – as a ballplayer. They don’t understand he’s become a powerful businessperson, community activist and leader. Baltimore has gifted Carmelo with legendary resilience, and this overall experience will allow people to see the true magic the City of Baltimore has to offer,” says Watkins.

Baltimore’s economy has been showing signs of stabilization and recovery in recent years, with key indicators pointing to positive growth despite ongoing challenges. Baltimore City’s unemployment rate reached historic lows, as of mid-2025 the employment rate was around 4.8% and the city recorded its fewest homicides in over 50 years.

“What’s happening politically is a distraction that’s taken away from what we really need to talk about: helping people, skill sharing, community building and being generous with the connections you have,” says Anthony. “We’re bringing back the focus in Baltimore, at my house, where people can get inspired and have a launchpad for doing the things that feel empowering to them.”

Media Images + House Of Melo Experience Partners

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Experience partners support the growth and evolution of the House of Melo, serving as collaborators committed to evolving what it means to learn, gather and dream as a community.

Enoch Pratt Free Library, with 22 locations, is one of the nation’s oldest free public library systems. Serving as both Baltimore’s city library and Maryland’s State Library Resource Center, the Pratt provides equitable access to books, digital resources and vital services that empower residents and strengthen communities. Head to PrattLibrary.org for more.

Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland is a five-time AAA Four Diamond property that opened in 2012. It’s one of the largest and most luxurious commercial casinos in the country. Offering guests a range of activities including gaming, entertainment, world-class dining and hotel accommodations, Live! Casino & Hotel is consistently ranked the top tourist attraction in the state and was named one of the top 10 hotels in Maryland by U.S. News & World Report. It’s owned and operated by a company affiliated with The Cordish Companies. More information can be found at Maryland.LiveCasinoHotel.com.

Maryland Sports Commission is the definitive leader in the recruitment and retention of sporting events – both amateur and professional – to Maryland, showcasing the state to millions of spectators and visitors from around the world. Since its founding in 2008, the commission has been a force multiplier for Maryland’s economy, image and quality of life by brokering unique partnerships and the development of regional, national and international sport happenings. Check out MarylandSports.us to learn more.

Visit Baltimore is the official sales and marketing arm for the City of Baltimore. The organization promotes Baltimore as a welcoming destination, celebrated for its rich history, vibrant culture and dynamic culinary scene, attracting convention, group, and leisure visitors. In 2024, 28.5 million people visited Baltimore for overnight and day trips, generating a total of $4.3 billion to Baltimore’s economy. For more information, please visit Baltimore.org.

SOURCE: House of Melo

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / New to The Street, one of the longest-running U.S. and international financial media platforms broadcasting as sponsored programming on Fox Business and Bloomberg Television, today announced a media partnership with Sharps Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq:STSS, STSSW), a medical device and drug delivery company. The announcement comes as Sharps Technology revealed its first major digital asset acquisition-over 2 million SOL, the native asset of the Solana blockchain-valued north of $400 million.This acquisition makes Sharps Technology the largest publicly-listed Solana treasury globally, funded by a PIPE Transaction which could raise up to $1 billion in aggregate gross proceeds if all of the warrants are exercised.

Under the agreement, New to The Street will produce and distribute a 12-part televised series and supporting media content that highlights Sharps Technology’s dual focus: advancing healthcare safety solutions and pioneering a strategic digital asset treasury anchored in Solana (SOL). The content will include monthly features on Fox Business and Bloomberg Television, reaching millions of U.S. households, supported by New to The Street’s global digital ecosystem of 3.4 million YouTube subscribers on New to The Street TV, extensive social channels, earned media pickups, and Times Square billboard visibility.

“This will be one of New to The Street’s main focuses over the next year-educating the public on Sharps Technology’s unique position at the intersection of healthcare innovation and blockchain strategy,” said Vince Caruso, CEO and Executive Producer of New to The Street. “Sharps Technology’s bold acquisition of Solana as a treasury asset is one of the most compelling moves we’ve seen in the public markets.”

Sharps Technology confirmed that its SOL acquisition was funded through a recent PIPE equity raise with up to $1 billion in aggregate gross proceeds if all of the warrants are exercised and that it will provide regular updates on holdings and performance to ensure maximum transparency for shareholders.

The first televised feature is scheduled to premiere later this month from the Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square, New York City, with additional episodes airing throughout 2025 across broadcast, digital, and outdoor platforms.

About Sharps Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:STSS)

About Sharps Technology

Sharps Technology is an innovative medical device and pharmaceutical packaging company offering patented, best-in-class smart-safety syringe products to the healthcare industry. The Company’s product lines focus on providing ultra-low waste capabilities that incorporate syringe technologies that use both passive and active safety features. Sharps Technology also offers products that are designed with specialized copolymer technology to support the pre-fillable syringe market segment. For additional information, please visit www.sharpstechnology.com.

The Company has adopted a digital asset treasury strategy focused on accumulating SOL, the native digital asset of the Solana blockchain, leveraging capital markets raises that produce consistent on-chain yield generation. Sharps Technology will provide access to the Solana network, the fastest and most used blockchain in the world.

About New to The Street

New to The Street is one of the longest-running U.S. and international business television brands, broadcasting weekly as sponsored programming on Fox Business and Bloomberg Television to over 225 million homes worldwide. Our fast-growing YouTube channel, with 3.3M+ subscribers in 40+ countries, makes us one of the most powerful finance platforms across TV, digital, and social media.

For more than 16 years and 600+ episodes, New to The Street has featured leading companies and executives from Goldman Sachs, Ford, Ernst & Young, IMG Academy, and hundreds of emerging growth innovators. We deliver Predictable Media™ by combining national TV, earned media, Times Square billboards, and social reach – guaranteed visibility that drives awareness, credibility, and investor engagement.

With expansion into Europe and Asia and a clear path to 5M+ YouTube subscribers by 2027, New to The Street continues to set the standard as the premier media platform for public companies and visionary leaders.

Media Contact; Monica Brennan Monica@NewtoTheStreet.com

SOURCE: New To The Street

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / The inheritance was not in a will. It was buried in bank statements, drained from 401(k)s, and etched in the exhausted eyes of a daughter who sold her future to buy her mother more time. This is the legacy Alzheimer’s leaves in America; not just fading memory, but the quiet theft of financial security, dignity, and peace of mind, years before the final goodbye.

While headlines spotlight pharmaceutical breakthroughs, the reality in millions of homes is a different story: desperate arithmetic and impossible choices. Do I pay for my child’s tuition or my parent’s memory care? Do I work the night shift to pay the mortgage, or do I stay home to provide the 137 hours of unpaid care each month? Medicare provides the cruelest answer of all: $0 coverage for long-term custodial care.

In 2025, the Alzheimer’s Family of Friends Foundation (AFOF) is refusing to let this crisis remain invisible. The nonprofit has launched a bold $2 million fundraising campaign; not to fund distant laboratory research, but to provide direct, immediate relief to caregivers and families who need help tonight.

The Math of Desperation

The crisis is staggering, and the numbers tell a grim story:

• Skilled Nursing Facilities: More than $110,000 per year; the cost of a luxury estate for a single room.

• Home Care: $21 per hour, or more than $40,000 annually for part-time assistance.

• Unpaid Caregiving: 137 hours per month; the equivalent of a second full-time job.

“We’ve medicalized dementia while refusing to medicalize its care,” says Dr. Eleanor Chang, geriatric economist. “It is like diagnosing cancer but forcing patients to buy their own chemotherapy pumps.”

This vacuum has created what AFOF calls “the underground economy of desperation.” Families are pawning heirlooms, selling military medals, and taking payday loans at 300% interest. Some even delay their own life-saving treatments to keep a parent alive.

Donate Now to stop this cycle of despair.

The $2 Million Lifeline: Where the Money Will Go

AFOF’s campaign is a rebellion against financial collapse. Every dollar has a clear destination:

1. $1.5 Million: Direct Family Assistance – Emergency grants to stop evictions, subsidize adult day care, and cover what insurance ignores; from wheelchair pads to funeral costs.

2. $300,000: Administration & Oversight – Ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficient delivery of aid.

3. $200,000: Marketing & Outreach – Expanding awareness and reaching isolated families who believe they are alone.

This funding empowers AFOF’s cornerstone programs: caregiver respite hours, crisis grants, financial navigation support, and dignity funds. These aren’t abstract initiatives; they are lifelines.

Why This Matters Now

Alzheimer’s research is essential, but science moves slowly. Families need relief today.

• $3,500 can prevent a family from being evicted.

• $18,000 funds a year of adult day care.

• $110,000 pays for a full year in skilled nursing.

“Families are mortgaging their futures to provide care,” says Miriam Okafor, Executive Director of AFOF. “We cannot ask them to wait decades for a cure. We must give them support before dinner tonight.”

Be part of the resistance; Donate Now.

How You Can Help: Join the Family of Friends

AFOF offers multiple ways for individuals and corporations to take action:

• The 24-Hour Challenge: All donations made today will be doubled by a coalition of matching donors.

• The Continuous Care Circle: A pledge of $100/month covers exactly what Medicare won’t; non-medical essentials that protect safety and dignity.

• The Legacy Pledge: Designate AFOF in your estate plan, leaving future generations a legacy of compassion.

Ways to give:

Online: Donate now through AFOF’s secure portal.
Corporate Sponsorships: Align your brand with a movement of dignity and compassion.
Mail Checks To:
Alzheimer’s Family of Friends, Inc.
5999 Caladium Lane
Thomson, GA 30824

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A Legacy Worth Leaving

“When you donate to AFOF, you’re not just giving money; you’re giving peace of mind,” Okafor adds. “You are lifting the weight of impossible decisions off a caregiver’s shoulders. You are giving a family their future back.”

The inheritance of Alzheimer’s doesn’t have to be one of financial ruin. Together, we can rewrite the legacy into one of compassion, dignity, and shared responsibility.

Donate Now and become the lifeline a family desperately needs.

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Press & Partnership Inquiries: press@theafof-foundation.org

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Disclaimer:

This is a sponsored advocacy piece presented in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Family of Friends Foundation (AFOF). The powerful narrative and urgent call to action reflect the editorial style and mission-focused perspective of the foundation and its supporters.

While the article is based on verified data from AFOF, AARP, and public health agencies, its primary aim is to illuminate the caregiver crisis and mobilize reader support. The emotional framing and descriptive language are intentionally used to convey the profound human and financial impact of Alzheimer’s disease on families.

The statistics on care costs, caregiver hours, and charitable allocation of funds are presented as reported by the foundation. AFOF is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and all donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

Evrima Chicago maintains a strict distinction between its own fact-based reporting and sponsored content that supports community organizations. This piece falls into the latter category, published in recognition of the critical nature of the cause.

Readers are encouraged to learn more about AFOF’s mission and financials directly at https://theafof-foundation.org.

SOURCE: Evrima Chicago LLC.

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / Digital Power Optimization, Inc. (“DPO”), a developer at the intersection of high-density computing and energy infrastructure, today announced the launch of Greenlight Data Centers (“Greenlight”), a new platform focused on accelerating the development of AI-ready data center sites. While DPO continues its work with proof-of-work computing and renewable energy integration, Greenlight will operate independently to deliver energized, entitled, and strategically located AI-ready data center infrastructure where firm power is available and AI demand is growing.

Greenlight was created to address a fundamental breakdown in the infrastructure market: while AI demand has surged, energized land and build-ready sites have lagged far behind. Greenlight solves this disconnect with a power-first model, securing locations that already offer 20 to 100 megawatts (MW) of firm capacity, robust fiber interconnection points, and minimal permitting hurdles, turning underutilized substations and latent energy into operational assets.

“Greenlight Data Centers delivers the rackspace AI builders urgently need, without the delays that typically plague large-scale data center development,” said Alex Stoewer, CEO of Greenlight Data Centers. “By focusing on AI-ready data centers that are 20 to 100 MW in size, we leverage existing electrical infrastructure in regions with excess capacity, places where speed is possible, and energy is available now. We’re not speculating-we’re executing.”

Drawing on years of experience deploying computing infrastructure with utilities and IPPs, the Greenlight team, led by Stoewer, brings a track record of building at the edge of innovation. As co-founders of DPO, Greenlight’s leadership has previously deployed data centers across the U.S., directly connected to wind, solar, hydro, and gas generation assets. This work has created trusted partnerships with power providers and local co-ops, setting the stage for this next chapter focused on AI.

Greenlight’s sites are located in markets with high concentrations of renewable power and where high-density compute can be deployed quickly. The company’s development process, branded as NextSight, takes projects from site control to notice-to-proceed in months, not years. The model is simple: deliver energized, entitled, and AI-optimized infrastructure faster than anyone else.

“We’ve been building data centers in overlooked places with excess power since 2020,” said Andrew Webber, CEO of DPO and Chairman of Greenlight Data Centers. “Hyperscalers have snapped up nearly every available large utility footprint on the grid. Opportunities are available, but they are fragmented and located outside of major hubs, and we know how to find, evaluate, and act on those opportunities better than anyone else.”

Greenlight Data Centers is actively developing 20 to 100 MW projects across the central U.S. The company expects to bring its first energized sites online in 2027.

About Greenlight Data Centers

Greenlight Data Centers develops power-first, AI-ready data center infrastructure fast. Focused on sites with existing utility infrastructure and strong fiber connectivity, Greenlight delivers entitled, ready-to-build projects with compressed timelines and strong returns on capital. For more information, visit greenlightdc.com

About Digital Power Optimization, Inc.

Digital Power Optimization is a leading developer and operator of green data centers for power-dense computing. DPO partners with utilities and IPPs to locate data center facilities on-site at power generation plants to directly utilize renewable energy for the operation of HPC/AI and Proof-of-Work computing. DPO is privately held. For more information, visit https://www.digitalpoweroptimization.com/

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Veronica Welch
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Ally Copple
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SOURCE: Greenlight Data Centers

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After-tax NPV 5% of C$24.27M and IRR of 60.3%; pre-tax NPV 5% of C$44.53M and 105.1% IRR underscore robust economics with payback in less than two years from permitted, near-term production

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / ESGold Corp. (“ESGold” or the “Company”) (CSE:ESAU)(OTCQB:ESAUF)(FSE:Z7D) announced today the results of its updated Preliminary Economic Assessment (“PEA”) for the Montauban Gold-Silver Project in Quebec¹, underscoring the Company’s position as a pre-production gold miner with near-term cash-flow and discovery upside.

The updated study highlights a significant increase in project economics, including a 60.3% after-tax internal rate of return (IRR) and a net present value (NPV) of C$24.27 million, based on metals pricing assumptions of US$2,900/oz gold and US$31.72/oz silver. These inputs remain below current spot prices, providing upside leverage in today’s market.

The updated PEA confirms Montauban’s transformation into a production asset with low capex, high-margin tailings reprocessing, and the infrastructure in place to achieve first production in the near-term.

Importantly, ESGold benefits from more than C$20 million in tax-loss carry forwards, which are expected to substantially offset taxable income during the first three years of production, enhancing early-stage free cash flow.

Updated PEA Highlights (All amounts CAD unless otherwise stated)

• After-Tax NPV (5%): C$24.27 million

• After-Tax IRR: 60.3%

• Payback Period: Less than two years

• Pre-Tax NPV (5%): C$44.53 million

• Pre-Tax IRR: 105.1%

• Total LOM Revenue: C$103.73 million

• CapEx: C$18.81 million(incl. contingency, owner & EPCM); Initial direct CapEx: C$17.44 million

• LOM Operating Cost: C$32.57 million

• Mine Life: 4 years

• Gold Recovery: 92% | Silver Recovery: 77%

• Gold Price Assumption: US$2,900/oz

• Silver Price Assumption: US$31.72/oz

• Exchange Rate: 1.45 CAD/USD

The PEA base case includes mica at US$300/t and related tonnage assumptions; implied mica revenue is derived within the model.

Download the Updated PEA Report https://esgold.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ESGold_2025-09-03_Montauban_2025_PEA_Report.pdf.

The updated Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA), prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, replaces the Company’s previous 2023 PEA, which reported a base-case after-tax NPV (5%) of C$6.99 million and an IRR of 23.4%, as disclosed in the technical report dated March 1, 2023, available on SEDAR+.

“This PEA is a milestone for ESGold and a validation of our strategy,” said Gordon Robb, CEO of ESGold. “A 60% after-tax IRR, sub-two-year payback, and low initial capex are the hallmarks of a project built to generate cash flow quickly while limiting dilution and execution risk. Just as important, our fully permitted status and construction progress reduce the timeline from paper to pour. With commissioning preparations underway and a robust exploration pipeline, anchored by an upcoming 3D model and recent deep imaging to ~1,200 metres, we see a clear runway to first production by year-end and meaningful growth beyond it. We’re excited, aligned, and focused on delivering.”

Exploration Potential

ESGold is advancing a district-scale view of Montauban. A consolidated 3D geological model, integrating 2015 VTEM, historical work, and new ANT deep-imaging-is nearing completion. The previously conducted ambient noise tomography (ANT) survey has traced key structures to ~1,200 m depth, materially deeper than earlier scope, indicating potential for mineralized zones below and beyond historically worked areas.

VMS systems commonly occur in clusters, the emerging structural framework supports the potential for additional lenses outside the current footprint. Broken Hill-style characteristics observed at Montauban, including mineralogy and complex structural overprints, reinforce the interpretation of a broader, multi-lens system typical of high-grade VMS districts. This workstream complements ESGold’s near-term production plan while opening blue-sky growth across the camp.

Why this Matters to Shareholders

The updated PEA delivers an independent validation of Montauban’s economics, reducing project risk by quantifying capital needs, margins, and payback while confirming a practical path from construction to operations. Coupled with full permits and late-stage site work, it strengthens ESGold’s position to secure funding on more favourable terms.

Qualified Person & Report Authors

The scientific and technical information in this news release has been reviewed and approved by John Langton, M.Sc., P.Geo., an independent Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. The 2025 PEA was authored by John Langton, M.Sc., P.Geo. with contributions from Goldminds Geoservices (GMG), Laboratoire LTM Inc., and EnviroMine Conseils AB Inc.

Note 1: The economic assessment comprising the updated PEA Report is preliminary in nature and includes inferred mineral resources that are considered too speculative geologically to have the economic considerations applied to them that would enable them to be categorized as mineral reserves, and there is no certainty that the reported preliminary economic assessment will be realized. The reported mineral resources are not mineral reserves and do not demonstrate economic viability.

About ESGold Corp.
ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU | OTCQB: ESAUF | FSE: Z7D) is a fully permitted, pre-production gold and silver mining company at the forefront of scalable clean mining and exploration innovation. With proven expertise in Quebec, the Company is advancing its Montauban Gold-Silver Project toward near-term production while unlocking long-term value through strategic redevelopment, modern discovery tools, and sustainable resource recovery. Montauban, located 80 km west of Quebec City, represents a blueprint for cash-flow-generating legacy site redevelopment across North America.

For more information, please contact ESGold Corp. at +1-888-370-1059 or visit esgold.com for additional resources, including a French version of this press release, past news releases, a 3D model of the Montauban processing plant, media interviews, and opinion-editorial pieces.

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For further information or to connect directly, please reach out to Gordon Robb, CEO of ESGold Corp. at gordon@esgold.com or call 250-217-2321.

On behalf of the Board of Directors
ESGold Corp.
Paul Mastantuono
Chairman & COO
info@esgold.com
+1-888-370-1059

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Information
This news release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws, including statements regarding future production, cash flow, exploration results, project economics, and permitting. Forward-looking information is based on reasonable assumptions that management believes are current but involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially. These risks are detailed in the Company’s public filings on SEDAR+. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such statements. ESGold disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, except as required by law.

Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release

SOURCE: ESGold Corp

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IRON MOUNTAIN, MICHIGAN / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / As of Sept 2, 2025, CCI Systems Inc. is pleased to announce a major milestone in our journey: the retirement of President and Chief Executive Officer John Jamar after more than 31 years of visionary service, and the appointment of Troy Knuckles as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer. This leadership transition marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for CCI Systems, reinforcing our enduring commitment to innovation, employee ownership, and long-term growth.

Over the course of more than three decades, John Jamar’s leadership has shaped every facet of CCI Systems’ culture and operations. From our foundational ideals of teamwork and humble service to our relentless pursuit of customer-driven solutions. John’s influence and dedication are woven throughout the company, guiding us to overcome challenges, celebrate remarkable achievements, and build lasting value for customers, employees, and our communities. As Executive Chair, John will continue to provide strategic guidance, supporting Troy and the organization through board leadership, mentorship, and ongoing involvement.

Troy Knuckles, newly appointed Chief Executive Officer, stated, “I am deeply honored to step into this role and continue the legacy of excellence and faith-filled leadership that John has established. My commitment is to uphold our core values of employee ownership, service, and collaboration, while leading CCI Systems to new heights in growth and innovation. Our culture is built on teamwork and respect, and I promise to work tirelessly to maintain and strengthen these foundations as we welcome new talent and expand our capabilities.”

John Jamar reflected, “Trying to sum up over three decades at CCI is nearly impossible. What stays with me are the remarkable people, past, present, and future, who have shaped this company and culture. From the beginning, we believed that true value would be built through collective ownership, through every teammate who contributed their talent and heart. I trust Troy Knuckles completely to carry this forward. CCI Systems is in great hands.”

As CCI Systems enters this new era, we invite our customers, partners, and colleagues to join us in celebrating John’s extraordinary career and welcoming Troy’s leadership. The company remains committed to delivering comprehensive, innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients and drive value for all stakeholders.

About CCI Systems Inc.

For over 60 years, CCI Systems has been an industry-leading provider of innovative service solutions in broadband telecommunications. Our reputation for excellence and reliability is grounded in a culture of employee ownership and a dedication to customer success. CCI Systems’ suite of services encompasses consulting, network planning and design, engineering, wireless, technical field services, construction management, cybersecurity, and network sustainability, keeping clients connected and competitive in today’s fast-paced digital landscape.

Media Contact:

Dillon Records
Director of Marketing
www.ccisystems.com
info@ccisystems.com
(800) 338-9299

SOURCE: CCI Systems Inc.

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