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The Deal Marks Commonwealth M&A’s Fifth Transaction in the Home Services Space

PHILADELPHIA, PA / ACCESS Newswire / October 20, 2025 / Commonwealth M&A, LLC, a premier full-service Merger & Acquisition advisory firm providing transactional and valuation services to small and medium-sized businesses, has announced the acquisition of its client, Oxford Plumbing & Heating, by Sila Services, a leading home services platform.

For more than 70 years, Oxford Plumbing & Heating has built its reputation as one of Chester County’s most trusted providers of residential and commercial plumbing and heating services. As a third-generation family-owned business, Oxford is known for its reliable service, deep community ties, and customer reach – making it one of the most respected names in the region’s home services market.

“It was important for us to partner with a team who respected the legacy our grandfather built starting in 1951 and could seamlessly and expertly guide us through every step of the transition,” said Ryan Edgington, former Owner and President of Oxford Plumbing and Heating. “Commonwealth M&A not only understood the plumbing and heating industry, but could easily grasp the uniqueness of a third-generation family business. We trusted them to advocate for what mattered most to us: our employees, our customers, and our reputation – and they truly delivered an outcome that honored us while securing the best future.”

Commonwealth M&A is dedicated to guiding business owners through one of the most important decisions of their lives. A company as rich in history and legacy as Oxford Plumbing & Heating perfectly exemplifies that mission. By recognizing Oxford’s past and positioning it for continued growth, the firm ensures that legacy businesses not only realize their value but are prepared to thrive for generations to come.

“Advising Oxford Plumbing & Heating was an honor for our team,” said Rick Calabrese, Co-Founder of Commonwealth M&A. “Multi-generational businesses are rare these days, and carry tremendous legacy. The Edgington family built a trusted name over decades, and we’re proud to have played a part in positioning Oxford for continued success under Sila Services.”

“The home services sector has been really hot in the M&A market this year, but having managed several other HVAC deals, we’ve learned that there are definitely nuances when it comes to positioning the seller and highlighting the value of the business. Oxford is such a legacy name in the Pennsylvania area, we really wanted to do them justice and our past experience allowed us to leverage the right conversations to secure a deal that was right for them and for the buyer,” said Joe Bergin, Co-Founder of Commonwealth M&A.

This transaction marks Commonwealth M&A’s fifth home services transaction and demonstrates the firm’s consistent ability to facilitate successful outcomes for owners and their teams in this space.

About Commonwealth M&A, LLC

Commonwealth M&A, LLC is a full-service Merger & Acquisition advisory firm providing transactional and valuation services to small and medium sized businesses. Commonwealth M&A offers a differentiated approach derived from the team’s diverse set of experiences. Our mission is to deliver personalized, high-quality service that exceeds expectations.

If you are a business owner looking to sell your company, Commonwealth M&A is here to help. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can assist you in achieving your goals. Visit us at https://commonwealthmna.com.

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How Brands Use De-Positioning to Outthink and Outmaneuver Their Competition

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / October 20, 2025 / Branding strategist and Fazer founder Todd Irwin announces the release of his debut book, De-Positioning: The Secret Brand Strategy for Creating Competitive Advantage, a groundbreaking framework that challenges decades of conventional marketing wisdom and exposes why differentiation no longer drives growth in today’s hypercompetitive markets.

For years, companies have been told to “differentiate,” meaning to stand out by being faster, cheaper, or better. In De-Positioning, Irwin argues that in oversaturated markets, companies can no longer win through strategies that emphasize “different.” Different isn’t enough. Irwin’s proprietary methodology reveals how the world’s most successful brands, such as Apple, Volvo, and Tesla, win by subtly redirecting the positions of competitors to strengthen their own.

“For years, I watched traditional positioning fail brands in the real world,” Irwin says. “De-Positioning was born out of the need for a strategy that actually works in today’s brutally competitive markets. It challenges the old playbook and shows how brands can dominate by turning customer pain into their greatest competitive weapon.”

Rooted in behavioral science and the Engel-Blackwell-Miniard model of consumer behavior, Irwin’s methodology turns decades of academic theory into a practical, repeatable system for winning market share. In accessible and engaging language, the book outlines six principles that define this approach, championing the customer, solving “hero” pain points, understanding competitor weaknesses, and building coherence and integration across every brand touchpoint.

The book has already drawn praise from industry legend Jon Bond, cofounder of the trailblazing agency Kirshenbaum Bond & Partners, whose work helped define modern advertising. Bond, who penned the book’s foreword, calls De-Positioning “a rare combination of strategic depth and real-world clarity” and credits Irwin with articulating what marketers have long felt but couldn’t name.

De-Positioning has also received early endorsements from some of the world’s foremost marketing thinkers beyond the advertising world. Erich Joachimsthaler, Ph.D., postdoctoral fellow at Harvard Business School, CEO of Vivaldi Group, and co-author of Brand Leadership, writes, “Irwin is a master brand strategist. He shows how brands, when viewed as mental real estate in consumers’ minds, deliver competitive advantage and enormous financial value for firms. Brilliant.”

With a mix of strategic insight, case studies, and actionable frameworks, De-Positioning offers business leaders a practical roadmap to redefine their markets and create lasting competitive advantage.

De-Positioning: The Secret Brand Strategy for Creating Competitive Advantage is available now for preorder on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

About Todd Irwin
Todd Irwin is the Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Fazer, a brand strategy firm that helps companies dominate in hypercompetitive markets. Over three decades, he has led strategy for Fortune 500 companies as well as venture-backed disruptors funded by Sequoia, Andreessen Horowitz, and Google Ventures. Irwin pioneered the strategic methodology known as De-Positioning, a rigorous, customer-first approach that flips traditional branding on its head. His work has been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, and MIT Technology Review. De-Positioning distills his three decades of experience into a playbook for leaders who want to stop competing and start controlling their markets.

About Fazer
Fazer is a new model, global brand strategy firm that helps companies outsmart, not outspend, their competitors. Its proprietary De-Positioning methodology builds brands around customer pain points-transforming competitive weaknesses into enduring advantage. Founded by veteran strategist Todd Irwin, Fazer combines the rigor of a consultancy with the creativity of a boutique. Its senior-only team partners with ambitious leaders at brands like Verizon, Bang & Olufsen, and SiriusXM to redefine categories and create brands that win by design, not by chance.

Learn more at fazer.agency.

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DALLAS, TX / ACCESS Newswire / October 20, 2025 / Adapti, Inc. (OTCID:ADTI), a company developing AI technology to integrate sports and influencer management, today announced that it has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to acquire Levelution Sports, a premier NIL representation agency specializing in compliance, brand partnerships, and athlete development.

The proposed acquisition underscores Adapti’s broader strategy to build a multi-sport, multi-discipline athlete management platform that combines traditional representation with cutting-edge digital and NIL capabilities. By integrating Levelution Sports into its platform, Adapti will provide its roster of athletes with expanded resources, expertise in NIL compliance, and access to new partnership opportunities.

“Signing this LOI with Levelution Sports is another important step in our growth strategy,” said Adam Nicosia, CEO of Adapti. “Kirk and his team have built a respected agency with deep NIL expertise, and we believe their work will be an incredible complement to our expanding sports and influencer management platform. Together, we can deliver even greater opportunities for athletes to succeed both on and off the field.”

“At Levelution Sports, our mission has always been to empower athletes with the tools and guidance needed to maximize their potential in the NIL era,” said Kirk Lee Noles, CEO of Levelution Sports. “Joining forces with Adapti will allow us to scale that mission, expand our impact, and provide unmatched opportunities for our clients. We’re excited about what this future holds.”

Transaction terms were not disclosed.

About Adapti

Adapti, Inc. (OTC: ADTI), leverages advanced AI technology to match products and brands with optimal influencers, using proprietary data analytics to drive superior marketing results. Adapti aims to build a global platform where data is an asset, efficiently paired with high-impact influencers.

In July 2025, Adapti acquired the Ballengee Group, a full-service sports agency representing Major League Baseball athletes. The Ballengee Group assists its clients with contract negotiations, marketing deals, public relations, and strategic partnerships. The Ballengee Group has guided world champions and global icons throughout their careers.

Adapti plans to roll out a suite of integrated services that blend traditional contract negotiation and endorsement deals with dynamic social media campaigns, which we anticipate will be powered by AdaptAI’s proprietary “data fingerprint” technology that the company is developing. This technology will utilize Large Language Models to quickly optimize and adapt to changes in the ever-evolving marketing landscape. This holistic approach is being designed to maximize engagement, drive higher ROI for brand partners, and ensure athletes capture every opportunity to grow their platforms.

About Levelution Sports

Levelution Sports is a NIL representation agency dedicated to helping athletes navigate the evolving landscape of Name, Image, and Likeness. With a focus on compliance, brand partnerships, and long-term career development, Levelution provides athletes with the tools and resources needed to excel in sports, business, and life. Learn more at www.levelutionsports.com.

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86% of workers feel confident they can find a new job within six months, and 57% of workers globally are considering changing jobs. Business continuity now depends on talent adaptability, not just market performance.

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / October 20, 2025 / LHH, the integrated professional talent solutions provider and global business unit of the Adecco Group, today releases its annual staple report, The 2026 LHH Salary Guide, offering a comprehensive look at current workforce trends and compensation benchmarks across over 10 industries.

With skills gaps widening and AI changing how work is done, salary considerations are also evolving. The guide provides leaders with actionable benchmarks and insights to inform workforce planning and pay decisions across benefits, talent mobility, workplace flexibility and transforming job responsibilities.

AI is reshaping the future of roles across organizations, doubling its presence in the workplace impacting how companies decide how to hire, structure teams and compensate employees. Job roles are being redesigned as AI takes on repeatable, rules-based tasks while demand grows for skills such as AI literacy, data fluency and ethical reasoning. Admin based and cross-functional roles are expanding at the top of organizations for more strategic reasoning while basic automated positions decline.

Employers are rethinking which skills are most valuable and adjust compensation strategies accordingly to skills as traditional job titles are losing meaning. According to the guide, 87% of organizations expect skills shortages within the next year and 90% report better hiring outcomes through skills-first recruiting. Companies are placing less emphasis on degrees and more on adaptability, problem-solving and leadership potential, differentiating how talent is evaluated and compensated in today’s workforce.

“As technology accelerates and expectations shift, how we value work is evolving,” said Nicole Gable, North America President of Recruitment Solutions. “The 2025 LHH Salary Guide gives leaders the data and foresight to make strategic pay decisions that balance immediate needs with long-term priorities. Leading through transformation requires compensation approaches that are adaptable to both employee purpose and performance, supporting careers and the future of work. At LHH, we share the responsibility of helping organizations navigate this defining moment and stay at the forefront of pay practices.”

The 2026 LHH Salary Guide highlights that compensation is only one part of workforce competitiveness. While salary remains important, flexibility, purpose and benefits are increasingly driving retention and engagement. Key findings include that 40% of workers would leave their job for greater flexibility and 26% for better work-life balance.

A high majority of U.S. employees (89%) say a sense of belonging is critical to job satisfaction, underscoring the need for employers to consider a broader range of factors in recruitment decisions, from pay alone to total rewards and overall employee experience.

Designing compensation models to support future-ready talent strategies prioritizes:

• AI-literacy: building teams that use embedded technology strategically, with holistic behavior frameworks and role-specific coaching rather than superficially.

• Skills-focus: hiring for potential, mobility and learning over credentials.

• Human-centricity: fostering trust, clear purpose and mobility pathways as core business levers.

• Structural agility: designing workforces to scale, flex and adapt as needs shift.

• Driving leadership: empowering managers to communicate, engage and guide employees through change.

To view the full LHH 2026 Salary Guide, visit: info.lhh.com/us/en/lhh/salary-guide.

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About LHH

LHH empowers professionals and organizations to achieve bold ambitions and secure lasting impact through unique advisory services and professional talent solutions.

LHH’s full suite of offerings connects solutions that are traditionally siloed, making LHH a single talent partner for organizations. In a rapidly evolving landscape with complex challenges, we create value across the entire professional talent journey. From hiring great people, developing skills and nurturing leaders, to advancing individuals to the next stage of their careers, LHH makes talent a competitive edge.

We believe the future of work lies at the intersection of exceptional human care and innovation. Powered by science, technology, and proprietary data analytics, LHH’s approach is crafted to align with business strategies and cultures, delivering powerful, sustainable, and measurable impact.

LHH has a team of over 12,000 professionals, across 60+ countries and more than 50 years of experience. As part of the Adecco Group, we bring together global excellence, local knowledge and centralized coordination for thousands of companies and millions of people worldwide.

Recruitment. Development. Career Transition.

LHH. A beautiful working world.

To learn more about LHH, visit: lhh.com.

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Ranking of Targets Advances Colosseum Gold-REE Project

SAN BERNARDINO, CA / ACCESS Newswire / October 20, 2025 / Dateline Resources Limited (ASX:DTR)(OTCQB:DTREF)(FSE:YE1) (Dateline or the Company) is pleased to announce the completion of an independent geophysical assessment of the Colosseum Project in California, which has refined the ranking of six previously identified breccia pipe gold targets¹. The review, conducted by Dr. Kate Selway (Vox Geophysics), integrated a 3D magneto-telluric (MT) survey with detailed gravity data to evaluate each target’s resistivity and density anomalies. All six targets exhibit the coincident low-density (gravity low) and low-resistivity signatures characteristic of the known gold-bearing breccia pipes at Colosseum. Based on the strength, depth extent, and clarity of these geophysical anomalies, the targets have been ranked to guide upcoming drilling, with Target 1 emerging as the most robust prospect.

¹ASX Announcement 19 August 2025 – Six new gold breccia pipe targets art Colosseum

Highlights

• Target 1 – Highest Ranked Anomaly:Located just to the west of the current breccia pipes, Target 1 was identified as the strongest gold target due to a well-defined coincident gravity low and low-resistivity anomaly extending several hundred metres deep. Dr. Selway described Target 1 as “the most robust target” of the six.

• Target 5 – Extensive Anomaly:Target 5 features the most extensive conductive (low-resistivity) zone (<500 Ω·m) in the survey, co-located with a broad gravity low. This anomaly continues to ~900m depth, highlighting significant vertical potential and ranking Target 5 among the top drill priorities.

• Target 6 – Strong “Bullseye” Anomaly:Target 6 is a distinct 300m x 300m “bullseye” anomaly with a coincident surface gravity low and underlying resistivity low. Both signals show excellent continuity to ~700m depth. Dr. Selway noted the density and resistivity anomalies at 6 are closely co-located, enhancing confidence in this target’s prospectivity.

• Targets 2, 3, and 4:Collectively exhibit encouraging geophysical anomalies (coincident gravity lows and low-resistivity zones) indicative of potential breccia pipe systems, making them promising targets for further exploration.

• Data-Driven Exploration:The prioritisation by Dr. Selway reinforces Dateline’s exploration model by focusing on targets with the clearest coincident geophysical anomalies. All six targets will be further refined with the planned IP survey. This systematic approach is aimed at maximizing discovery success and expanding Colosseum’s 1.1 Moz gold mineral resource base.

Dateline’s Managing Director, Mr. Stephen Baghdadi, welcomed the independent findings, stating:“It is extremely encouraging to have targets ranked by someone of Dr. Selway’s calibre. This independent review not only boosts our confidence in the targets’ geological significance but also helps sharpen our drill prioritisation. As we close out the current infill drilling that is required for our feasibility study, we will immediately focus on the highest-ranking anomalies in the upcoming drill program, aiming to unlock Colosseum’s greater gold potential and continue building value for our shareholders.”

Geophysical Target Assessment and Ranking

Target 1 – West of South Pit (Top Rank):Approximately 250m by 250m in area, Target 1 lies west of the South Pit and is characterized by a strong overlapping gravity low and MT resistivity low. The geology in this area is interpreted to be dominated by felsite intrusives. Dr. Selway’s review highlighted a pronounced low-density anomaly situated between two low-resistivity zones (each <500 Ω·m) that persist a few hundred metres below surface. This well-aligned density and conductivity signature mirrors that of the known Colosseum breccia pipes and elevates Target 1 as the highest-ranked drill target. Dr. Selway described Target 1 as “the most robust target.”

Target 5 – Southwestern Anomaly (High Rank):Target 5 is one of the largest and most intriguing targets defined by the survey. Spanning roughly 500m by 300m in the southwestern part of the tenement, Target 5 is marked by a broad gravity low coincident with a substantial low-resistivity anomaly. Notably, Target 5’s resistivity low is the most extensive in the entire survey area, persisting from near surface to the maximum modelled depth of approximately 900m. Dr. Selway reported a clear co-location of the density and resistivity anomalies at Target 5, with resistivity values below 500 Ω·m – a strong conductive signature that could indicate alteration and mineralisation. This large vertical continuity suggests an extensive breccia pipe or a related structural zone. Target 5 stands out as a compelling target due to the strength and size of its coincident anomalies. It ranks among the top priorities for drilling, as confirming a mineralised system at Target 5 could significantly expand the scale of the Colosseum project’s gold endowment. The planned drilling program will aim to test the core of this deep conductive zone.

Target 6 – Strong “Bullseye” (High Rank):Target 6 is a distinct circular anomaly (~300m by 300m) located south of the existing mineral resource area. It presents as a classic “bullseye” geophysical target, with a well-defined gravity low at surface directly above a low-resistivity MT anomaly. Both the density and resistivity lows at Target 6 show strong continuity down to roughly 700m depth, indicating substantial vertical extent. Dr. Selway’s analysis highlighted that Target 6’s gravity and resistivity anomalies are more closely co-located (overlapping in space) compared to some other targets. This tight overlap of low-density and low-resistivity signals is exactly the geophysical signature expected of a breccia pipe-hosted gold system, increasing confidence in Target 6’s prospectivity. Given its favourable “bullseye” signature and significant depth potential, Target 6 will be a key candidate for early drill testing. Success at Target 6 would reinforce the interpretation that multiple pipe-like structures remain undiscovered within 1.5 km of the known Colosseum orebodies.

Other Targets

Targets 2, 3 and 4 are deemed to be secondary targets to be followed up after drilling the higher ranked targets.

Target 2 – East of North Pit:Target 2 is a gravity low anomaly directly east of the North Pit, occurring over a zone of extremely low resistivity. In fact, the MT response at Targets 2 and 3 includes the lowest resistivity values recorded in the survey. This suggests a highly conductive zone at depth potentially linking Targets 2 and 3.

Target 3 – East of North Pit:Adjacent to Target 2, Target 3 covers part of the same broad low-resistivity zone and spans roughly 200-300m in extent. Together, Targets 2 and 3 appear as distinct gravity lows sitting above a shared conductive zone, possibly indicating they are connected at depth. The MT anomaly at Target 3 is also relatively low in and coincides with a gravity low. Dr. Selway observed that at Target 3, the two anomalies are adjacent rather than perfectly co-located. This spatial offset means the density low and resistivity low do not overlap entirely, which could imply a more complex geology. Despite this, Target 3’s sizeable low-resistivity area (the most pronounced in the survey, shared with Target 2) makes it a plausible breccia pipe candidate. Both Target 2 and Target 3 will benefit from further validation. Drilling at Target 3 will likely be considered after the top targets, or in conjunction with Target 2, to test the potential of this conductive zone to host gold mineralisation.

Target 4 – South of South Pit:Target 4 is an elongate, northwest-trending anomaly (~400m by 300m) situated south of the South Pit. It exhibits a coincident gravity low and resistivity low signature that is strongest near surface but appears to dissipate around 200m depth. This shallower geophysical expression suggested Target 4 might represent a relatively shallow breccia pipe.

Path Forward

With two rigs already drilling on site, and a third rig being set up to commence drilling, Dateline is now planning to systematically test the highest-ranked gold targets alongside the project’s rare earth element (REE) targets. The top ranked gold and REE targets are slated for initial drillholes, aimed at intercepting the interpreted structures at depth. Other targets will likely be addressed at a later stage. This phased strategy balances immediate high-impact exploration with prudent risk management.

The Company remains positive that the refined targeting and prioritisation will translate into new discoveries and mineral resource growth. Further updates will be provided as drilling progresses and additional data become available.

This ASX announcement has been authorised for release by the Board of Dateline Resources Limited.

For more information, please contact:

Stephen Baghdadi Managing Director +61 2 9375 2353 www.datelineresources.com.au

Andrew Rowell Corporate & Investor Relations Manager +61 400 466 226 a.rowell@dtraux.com

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About Dateline Resources Limited

Dateline Resources Limited (ASX: DTR, OTCQB: DTREF, FSE: YE1) is an Australian company focused on mining and exploration in North America. The Company owns 100% of the Colosseum Gold-REE Project in California.

The Colosseum Gold Mine is located in the Walker Lane Trend in East San Bernardino County, California. On 6 June 2024, the Company announced to the ASX that the Colosseum Gold mine has a JORC-2012 compliant Mineral Resource estimate of 27.1Mt @ 1.26g/t Au for 1.1Moz. Of the total Mineral Resource, 455koz @ 1.47/t Au (41%) are classified as Measured, 281koz @1.21g/t Au (26%) as Indicated and 364koz @ 1.10g/t Au (33%) as Inferred.

On 23 May 2025, Dateline announced that updated economics for the Colosseum Gold Project generated an NPV_6.5 of US$550 million and an IRR of 61% using a gold price of US$2,900/oz.

The Colosseum is located less than 10km north of the Mountain Pass Rare Earth mine. Planning has commenced on drill testing the REE potential at Colosseum.

Dateline has also acquired the high-grade Argos Strontium Project, also located in San Bernadino County, California. Argos is reportedly the largest strontium deposit in the U.S. with previous celestite production grading 95%+ SrSO₄.

Forward-Looking Statements

This announcement may contain “forward-looking statements” concerning Dateline Resources that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Generally, the words “will”, “may”, “should”, “continue”, “believes”, “expects”, “intends”, “anticipates” or similar expressions identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements. Many of these risks and uncertainties relate to factors that are beyond Dateline Resources’ ability to control or estimate precisely, such as future market conditions, changes in regulatory environment and the behaviour of other market participants. Dateline Resources cannot give any assurance that such forward-looking statements will prove to have been correct. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Dateline Resources assumes no obligation and does not undertake any obligation to update or revise publicly any of the forward-looking statements set out herein, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to the extent legally required.

Competent Person Statement

Sample preparation and any exploration information in this announcement is based upon work reviewed by Mr Greg Hall who is a Chartered Professional of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (CP-IMM). Mr Hall has sufficient experience that is relevant to the style of mineralization and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity which he is undertaking to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the “Australasian Code for Reporting Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves” (JORC Code). Mr Hall is a Non-Executive Director of Dateline Resources Limited and consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on this information in the form and context in which it appears.

Company Confirmations

The Company confirms it is not aware of any new information or data that materially affects the information included in the announcements dated 23 October 2024 with regard to the Colosseum MRE and 23 May 2025 with regard to Colosseum Project Economics. Similarly, the Company confirms that all material assumptions and technical parameters underpinning the estimates and the forecast financial information referred to in those previous announcements continue to apply and have not materially changed.

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TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / October 20, 2025 / Northern Superior Resources Inc. (“Northern Superior” or the “Company“) (TSXV:SUP)(OTCQB:NSUPF)(GR:D9M1) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a definitive arrangement agreement (the “Agreement“) with IAMGOLD Corporation (“IAMGOLD“) (NYSE: IAG) (TSX: IMG) pursuant to which IAMGOLD will acquire all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Northern Superior (the “Northern Superior Shares“) in exchange for cash and common shares of IAMGOLD (“IAMGOLD Shares“) pursuant to a court approved plan of arrangement (the “Acquisition“) under the Business Corporations Act (British Columbia) (the “BCBCA“).

Under the Acquisition, each Northern Superior Share would be exchanged for 0.0991 of an IAMGOLD Share and C$0.19 in cash for an aggregate value of C$2.05 per Northern Superior Share, representing total consideration of approximately C$375 million based on the closing price of the IAMGOLD Shares on the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX“) on October 17, 2025.

In addition to the Acquisition, all common shares of ONGold Resources Ltd. (“ONGold“) (TSXV: ONAU) (OTCQB: ONGRF) held by Northern Superior (the “ONGold Shares“) will be distributed to the Northern Superior shareholders on a pro rata basis immediately prior to the closing of the Acquisition (the “ONGold Distribution“).

The consideration under the Acquisition, excluding the value of the ONGold Shares, represents a premium of 45% based on the last closing price of the Northern Superior Shares on the TSX Venture Exchange (“TSXV“) and the IAMGOLD Shares on the TSX.

Benefits to Northern Superior Shareholders

• Immediate premium: Immediate premium of approximately 45% and 27%, respectively, to the closing price and the 20-day volume-weighted average price of the Northern Superior Shares on the TSXV for the period ending on October 17, 2025, excluding the ONGold Distribution.

• Exposure to IAMGOLD’s portfolio of Canadian-focused, high-quality assets:

  • Côté Gold: Canada’s newest large-scale open pit gold mine, a model for modern mining, with significant growth and expansion potential

  • Westwood: Québec underground success story, generating positive cashflow with a revised technical approach to underground mining

  • Essakane: 6th largest gold mine in West Africa, leader in the community, averaging ~400koz Au per year over the last 10 years

  • Québec-focused Exploration Portfolio: Senior-scale exploration portfolio growing Nelligan & Monster Lake camp in the Chibougamau district, in addition to Northern Superior’s assets.

• IAMGOLD ideally positioned to advance Northern Superior’s properties: With ownership of the Nelligan and Monster Lake properties, financial resources and strong technical, development and operating capabilities, IAMGOLD is ideally suited to optimize and advance the combined portfolio of projects in the Chibougamau Gold Camp in Québec.

• Derisking: Substantially de-risks Northern Superior shareholders’ exposure by converting a concentrated portfolio of exploration-stage assets in the Chibougamau Gold Camp into share ownership of a leading and Canadian-focused multi-asset producer.

• Retention of ONGold Shares: Northern Superior shareholders to directly retain, on a distributed basis, the Company’s 48.5% equity interest in ONGold with a proportional current market value of C$30 million.¹

• Financial strength: Strong balance sheet with liquidity position of more than US$600 million, including US$224 million in cash & equivalents. Additional cash flow generation from operations; 2025 production (attributable) of 735,000 – 820,000 ounces @ AISC of US$1,830 – US$1,930/oz.

• Trading liquidity and capital markets profile: The IAMGOLD Shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the TSX and have significantly more trading liquidity than the Northern Superior Shares.

• Attractive form of consideration: The Acquisition will result in the issuance of IAMGOLD Shares on a tax rollover basis for the Northern Superior shareholders who are Canadian residents.

“Today’s announcement marks the culmination of a shared vision between Northern Superior and IAMGOLD to create a truly unified and world-class gold camp near Chibougamau, Québec. I’m immensely proud of our team and what we’ve accomplished together in bringing this vision to life.

“I also want to thank our shareholders for their trust and support. I’m genuinely excited that they will now become shareholders of IAMGOLD, a company with extraordinary momentum, powered by a leadership team that has flawlessly executed the development of the now-iconic Côté Gold Mine, a highly strategic operation located in one of the world’s most sought-after mining jurisdictions. Backed by this unique, repeatedly proven, and Québec-rooted expertise, IAMGOLD will now be able to fully unlock the value of a unified camp and build it into Québec’s next major mining complex, with far-reaching economic and social repercussions across the province.

“Finally, this transaction enables our shareholders to benefit from the distribution of the shares of our spin-off company, ONGold Resources, which is rapidly advancing the Monument Bay and TPK projects, the latter being Northern Superior’s former flagship asset,” commented Simon Marcotte, President and Chief Executive Officer of Northern Superior.

“The addition of Northern Superior’s assets to IAMGOLD’s Nelligan Mining Complex in the Chibougamau region of Québec is extremely exciting for IAMGOLD, the region and our mutual shareholders,” said Renaud Adams, President and Chief Executive Officer of IAMGOLD. “This acquisition aligns with our strategy to become a leading Canadian-focused mid-tier gold producer, bolstering our organic pipeline in Québec where we have maintained a longstanding presence. Further, the combined assets begin to define a conceptual project that complements both the scale and timing of our Côté Gold Mine and its forthcoming expansion. We look forward to accelerating our exploration program in the region with a goal of further expansion and extension of the mineralization at Nelligan, Philibert and Monster Lake – making the Nelligan Mining Complex already near the top undeveloped projects in mining-friendly Québec and Canada.”

Transaction Summary

The Acquisition and the ONGold Distribution (collectively, the “Transaction“) will be completed pursuant to a plan of arrangement under the BCBCA. Under the Acquisition, each Northern Superior Share would be exchanged for 0.0991 of an IAMGOLD Share and C$0.19 in cash. In addition, under the ONGold Distribution, Northern Superior shareholders will receive a pro rata distribution of the ONGold Shares based on the number of Northern Superior Shares outstanding immediately prior to closing the Acquisition.

The Transaction will require approval by 66 2/3% of the votes cast by shareholders of Northern Superior at a special meeting of shareholders of Northern Superior expected to be held in December 2025 and a majority of the votes cast at such meeting, excluding the votes cast by certain directors and members of management of the Company. The directors and members of senior management of Northern Superior, collectively representing approximately 23% of the issued and outstanding Northern Superior Shares, have entered into voting and support agreements with IAMGOLD pursuant to which they agreed to vote their shares in favour of the Transaction.

In addition to shareholder and court approvals, the Transaction is subject to the satisfaction of closing conditions customary for a transaction of this nature. The Agreement includes customary deal protections, including fiduciary-out provisions, non-solicitation covenants and the right to match any superior proposals. Additionally, a break fee in the amount of C$12 million is payable to IAMGOLD by Northern Superior in certain circumstances if the Transaction is not completed.

Pursuant to the Agreement, all outstanding Northern Superior options which remain unexercised at the effective time of the Transaction will be automatically exercised on a cashless basis for the “in-the-money” value of such options in Northern Superior Shares which will participate in the Transaction, and all outstanding restricted stock units and deferred stock units will be exchanged for 0.0991 of an IAMGOLD Share and C$0.19 in cash.

Full details of the Transaction will be included in the meeting materials which are expected to be mailed to the Northern Superior shareholders in the coming weeks. Subject to the satisfaction or waiver of all closing conditions, the Transaction is expected to close in December 2025 or January 2026. In connection with and subject to closing the Transaction, it is expected that the Northern Superior Shares will be delisted from the TSXV and that the Company will cease to be a reporting issuer under applicable Canadian securities laws.

Board of Directors’ and Special Committee Recommendations

The Board of Directors of Northern Superior (the “Northern Superior Board“) appointed a special committee of independent directors (the “Special Committee“) to, among other things, consider and make a recommendation to the Northern Superior Board with respect to the Transaction. The Agreement has been unanimously approved by the Northern Superior Board. The Agreement has also been unanimously approved by the Board of Directors of IAMGOLD. Following the receipt of financial and legal advice, and on the unanimous recommendation of the Special Committee, the Northern Superior Board unanimously determined that the Transaction is in the best interests of Northern Superior and unanimously recommends that the Northern Superior shareholders vote in favour of the Transaction.

Cormark Securities Inc. has provided a fairness opinion to the Northern Superior Board and Beacon Securities Limited, the independent financial advisor to the Special Committee, has provided a fairness opinion to the Special Committee, each stating that, as of the date of such opinion, and based upon and subject to the assumptions, limitations and qualifications stated in such opinion, that the consideration to be received by the Northern Superior shareholders pursuant to the Acquisition is fair, from a financial point of view, to the Northern Superior shareholders. No portion of the fixed fee payable to Beacon Securities Limited is contingent on the closing of the Transaction.

Financial Advisors and Counsel

Cormark Securities Inc. is acting as lead advisor and Canaccord Genuity Corp. is acting as co-advisor to Northern Superior. Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP is acting as legal advisor to Northern Superior.

About Northern Superior Resources Inc.

Northern Superior is a gold exploration company focused on the Chibougamau Camp in Québec, Canada. The Company has consolidated the largest land package in the region, with total landholdings currently exceeding 70,000 hectares. The main properties include Philibert, Hazeur (adjacent to Philibert), Lac Surprise (adjacent to Nelligan), Chevrier, Croteau, Monster Lake East, and Monster Lake West. Northern Superior also owns 48.5% of ONGold which is advancing promising exploration assets in Northern Ontario and Manitoba, including the district scale TPK Project and Monument Bay; Agnico Eagle Mines Limited owns 13% of ONGold.

Northern Superior is a reporting issuer in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario and Québec, and trades on the TSXV under the symbol SUP and the OTCQB Venture Market under the symbol NSUPF. For further information, please refer to the Company’s website at www.nsuperior.com or the Company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.

About IAMGOLD

IAMGOLD is an intermediate gold producer and developer based in Canada with operating mines in North America and West Africa, including Côté Gold (Canada), Westwood (Canada) and Essakane (Burkina Faso). The Côté Gold Mine achieved full nameplate in June 2025 and has the potential to be among the largest gold mines in Canada. IAMGOLD operates Côté in partnership with Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. Ltd. In addition, IAMGOLD has an established portfolio of early stage and advanced exploration projects within high potential mining districts. IAMGOLD employs approximately 3,700 people and is committed to maintaining its culture of accountable mining through high standards of Environmental, Social and Governance practices. IAMGOLD is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: IAG) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: IMG).

Northern Superior Resources Inc. on Behalf of the Board of Directors

Simon Marcotte, CFA, President and Chief Executive Officer

Contact Information

Katrina Damouni
Director – Corporate Development
Tel: +44 7795 128583 (Mobile/WhatsApp)
info@nsuperior.com

Forward-Looking Information

This release contains certain “forward-looking information” as within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information can generally be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “intend”, “estimate”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “continue”, “plans” or similar terminology. The forward-looking information contained herein is provided for the purpose of assisting readers in understanding management’s current expectations and plans relating to the future. Readers are cautioned that such information may not be appropriate for other purposes.

Forward-looking statements relate to future events or future performance and reflect the Company’s expectations or beliefs regarding future events. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to statements with respect to the consummation and timing of the Transaction; approval by the Company’s shareholders; the satisfaction of the closing conditions to the Transaction; the strengths, characteristics and potential of the Transaction; expectations regarding the timing, receipt and anticipated effects of court, stock exchange and other consents and approvals; the impact of the Transaction on shareholders of the Company and other stakeholders; anticipated tax effects of the Transaction; and other anticipated benefits of the Transaction, including with respect to an investment in the IAMGOLD Shares and in the ONGold Shares. By their very nature, forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Such factors include, amongst others, risks related to failure to receive approval by shareholders of the Company, the required court, stock exchange and other consents and approvals to effect the Transaction, the potential of a third party making a superior proposal with respect to the Company, the possibility that the Agreement could be terminated under certain circumstances.

Forward-looking information are based on management’s reasonable assumptions, estimates, expectations, analyses and opinions, which are based on such management’s experience and perception of trends, current conditions and expected developments, and other factors that management believes are relevant and reasonable in the circumstances, but which may prove to be incorrect. Such factors, among other things, include: business integration risks; fluctuations in general macroeconomic conditions; fluctuations in securities markets; fluctuations in spot and forward prices of gold or certain other commodities; change in national and local governments, legislation, taxation, controls, regulations and political or economic developments; risks and hazards associated with the business of mineral exploration, development and mining (including environmental hazards, industrial accidents, unusual or unexpected formations pressures, cave-ins and flooding); discrepancies between actual and estimated metallurgical recoveries; inability to obtain adequate insurance to cover risks and hazards; the presence of laws and regulations that may impose restrictions on mining; employee relations; relationships with and claims by local communities and indigenous populations; availability of increasing costs associated with mining inputs and labour; the speculative nature of mineral exploration and development (including the risks of obtaining necessary licenses, permits and approvals from government authorities); and title to properties.

The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking information except as required by applicable law. Such forward-looking information represents management’s best judgment based on the information currently available. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed and actual future results may vary materially. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information.

The TSX Venture Exchange has in no way passed upon the merits of the Transaction and has neither approved nor disapproved the contents of this news release. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA / ACCESS Newswire / October 20, 2025 / Arrive AI (NASDAQ:ARAI), an autonomous delivery network anchored by patented AI-powered Arrive Points™, today announced its inclusion in the Russell 2000® and the Russell 3000® Indexes.

“Arrive AI’s addition to the Russell 2000® and 3000® Indexes elevates our visibility within the broader institutional investment community and showcases our positively disruptive strategy to revolutionize last mile delivery with smart mailboxes and a Mailbox-as-a-Service, or MaaS, platform,” said Arrive AI Founder and CEO Dan O’Toole. “It also enhances our credibility and widens participation across the investing spectrum. This is a huge, galvanizing milestone that validates everything that we have worked for and that we continue to reach for every, single day. This means that Arrive AI is one of the 3,000 largest publicly traded companies, and that is gratifying beyond words.”

The Russell Indexes are among the most widely used benchmarks for U.S. small-cap equities by the investment community, spanning diverse asset classes and investment objectives. Inclusion opens access to a broad base of institutional investors, index funds and ETFs that track these benchmarks, supporting increased liquidity and long-term shareholder value.

ARAI’s ranking is based on the company’s market capitalization, financial performance and growth trajectory.

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About Arrive AI

Arrive AI’s patented Autonomous Last Mile (ALM) platform enables secure, efficient delivery to and from a smart, AI-powered mailbox, whether by drone, ground robot or human courier. The platform provides real-time tracking, smart logistics alerts and advanced chain of custody controls to support shippers, delivery services and autonomous networks. By combining artificial intelligence with autonomous technology, Arrive AI makes the exchange of goods between people, robots and drones frictionless and convenient. Its system integrates with smart home devices such as doorbells, lighting and security systems to streamline the entire last-mile delivery experience. Learn more at www.arriveai.com and the company’s press kit. Media contact: Cheryl Reed, media@arriveai.com Investor Relations Contact: Alliance Advisors IR, ARAI.IR@allianceadvisors.com

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward Looking Statements

This news release and statements of Arrive AI’s management in connection with this news release or related events contain or may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In this context, forward-looking statements mean statements related to future events, which may impact our expected future business and financial performance, and often contain words such as “expects”, “anticipates”, “considers”, “intends”, “plans”, “prepares”, “believes”, “potential”, “will”, “should”, “could”, “would”, “wants”, “optimistic”, “in the process of” or “may” and other words of similar meaning. These forward-looking statements are based on information available to us as of the date of this news release and represent management’s current views and assumptions. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, events or results, and involve significant known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may be beyond our control. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this news release. Potential investors should review Arrive AI’s Registration Statement and other filings with the Securities Exchange Commission, for more complete information, including the risk factors that may affect future results, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as predictors of actual results. We do not undertake to update our forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this news release, except as required by law.

SOURCE: Arrive AI Inc.

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Former UBS executive and Wealthspire Trust CEO will guide the firm’s growth and operations, reinforcing its position as America’s premier advisor-friendly corporate trustee.

RAPID CITY, SD / ACCESS Newswire / October 20, 2025 / Wealth Advisors Trust Company (WATC), a leading advisor-friendly corporate trustee, today announced the appointment of Jonathan Connolly as President and Chief Operating Officer (COO). Connolly brings more than 30 years of leadership in fiduciary and wealth management to guide WATC’s strategic growth, brand evolution, and expansion into new markets.

Throughout his career, Connolly has held senior roles at UBS AG, Comerica Bank & Trust, RBC Trust Company of Delaware, PNC Bank, and TD Bank. Most recently, he served as CEO and President of Wealthspire Trust LLC, a Tennessee-chartered public trust company. Connolly is known for building fiduciary platforms that serve ultra-high-net-worth families, family offices, and institutional partners, always with an emphasis on collaboration, innovation, and client-centric administration.

“Wealth Advisors Trust Company was founded on the belief that trustees should simplify relationships, not complicate them,” said Jonathan Connolly, President & COO, WATC. “Together, we’re redefining what partnership means in fiduciary service-being kind, responsive, and collaborative while empowering advisors and attorneys to deliver exceptional outcomes for their clients. As we expand nationally, WATC remains committed to protecting legacies with the same compassion, precision, and integrity that has defined our success.”

Founded in 2009 by advisors seeking a better way to serve clients, WATC was built by advisors, for advisors as an independent, custodian-agnostic trust company grounded in South Dakota’s robust fiduciary framework. Under Connolly’s leadership, WATC now enters a new chapter of transformation and growth within the U.S. market, anchored by its enduring promise-because You expect more.

“At Wealth Advisors Trust Company, our goal has always been to make advisors more competitive by helping them retain and grow trust assets,” said Christopher Holtby, Co-Founder of WATC. “Jonathan brings a deep understanding of how fiduciary partnerships drive advisor growth. His leadership will accelerate our expansion and deepen the value we provide to advisors and attorneys nationwide.”

WATC currently oversees $4 billion in assets under administration and serves more than 400 trust relationships nationwide. As an independent, non-competitive fiduciary, WATC enables advisors and attorneys to remain central to their client relationships while delivering operational excellence behind the scenes.

Under Connolly’s direction, WATC’s expansion will continue into the Mid-South, New England, and key West Coast markets offering collaborative, compassionate trust services to more advisors, attorneys, and families seeking an effective and highly-reputable fiduciary partner.

SOURCE: Wealth Advisors Trust Company

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