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In vitro findings reveal Telomir-1’s dual action: targeting DNA methylation switches and cutting into the Wnt “fuel line” that drives cancer growth.

MIAMI, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / August 28, 2025 / Telomir Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:TELO), a preclinical-stage biotechnology company developing therapies that target the root mechanisms of cancer, aging, and age-related diseases, today announced new in vitro results that expand understanding of its lead drug candidate, Telomir-1.

In studies conducted by Eurofins Discovery, Telomir-1 was shown to potently inhibit UTX (KDM6A), an enzyme that acts like an “eraser” of chemical tags on DNA packaging proteins. These tags, known as DNA methylation and histone marks, are part of the body’s system for deciding which genes are turned on or off – much like switches on a circuit board.

When UTX activity is abnormal, it can silence protective genes and activate harmful ones, a pattern commonly seen in cancer, autoimmune disease, and neurodegeneration. Beyond cancer, UTX has also been linked to the biology of aging itself. Studies show that UTX influences stem cell renewal, reprogramming, and differentiation – meaning it helps control how effectively tissues can repair themselves as we age. UTX works in close connection with DNA methylation, and when this coordination breaks down it can lead to epigenetic drift – the gradual loss of proper gene regulation that occurs with aging and underlies many chronic diseases, including cancer, autism spectrum disorder, neurodegeneration, and metabolic dysfunction.

Because UTX has long been considered undruggable, Telomir-1’s ability to block it is a major step forward. By doing so, Telomir-1 may help reset faulty DNA methylation patterns, restore proper gene control, support stem cell function, and counteract age-related epigenetic drift – reawakening the body’s natural defenses against both disease and decline.

“Everything from cancer to aging to autism has been linked to faulty DNA methylation. Telomir-1 is capable to jointly reset several of those methylation patterns – which could make it one of the first drugs to address the root biology driving so many diseases,” said Erez Aminov, CEO of Telomir.

Extending the Epigenetic Reset Profile

As previously reported, Telomir-1 was also shown to inhibit other faulty epigenetic enzymes that play critical roles in DNA methylation, gene regulation, cancer, neurodegeneration, metabolic dysfunction, inflammation, and aging:

• FBXL10 (KDM2B) – Frequently overactive in aggressive cancers such as leukemia, breast, and pancreatic, where it allows tumors to maintain “stem-like” properties that drive relapse and treatment resistance. FBXL10 also influences DNA methylation dynamics and is linked to metabolic and inflammatory pathways.

• FBXL11 (KDM2A) – Elevated in lung, gastric, and ovarian cancers, where it helps tumors grow and evade immune detection. FBXL11 regulates chromatin and DNA methylation patterns and has also been linked in the literature to autism spectrum disorder and glucose control dysfunction, underscoring its role in both cancer and metabolic disease.

• JMJD3 (KDM6B) – A major regulator of inflammation and tumor progression, overexpressed in prostate, glioma, and ovarian cancers. By altering histone marks that interact with DNA methylation, JMJD3 fuels metastasis and helps cancers escape immune attack. Beyond oncology, JMJD3 drives chronic inflammation in autoimmune and neurodegenerative diseases such as lupus and Alzheimer’s, by switching on cytokines like IL-6 and IL-4.

In those earlier studies, Telomir-1 also reactivated silenced tumor suppressor genes such as STAT1 and TMS1 in prostate cancer models by reversing abnormal DNA methylation, providing functional evidence of its ability to reset faulty gene programs.

Taken together, these findings – now strengthened by Telomir-1’s new UTX data – support its emerging profile as a broad epigenetic reset therapy that may:

• Help reawaken tumor suppressor genes (STAT1, TMS1).

• Block cancer’s growth enablers (FBXL10/11).

• Dial down inflammation (JMJD3/UTX).

• Support more youthful patterns of gene regulation across multiple disease pathways.

Selectivity Advantage

Importantly, Telomir-1 did not show any activity against GCN5L2 (KAT2A), a broad acetyltransferase enzyme, whose inhibition is associated with widespread toxicity. This selective profile may allow Telomir-1 to achieve its effects with a cleaner safety margin than many existing epigenetic drugs.

Dr. Itzchak Angel, Chief Scientific Advisor at Telomir, added “UTX and JMJD3 have long been labeled undruggable despite their central role in cancer, inflammation, and aging. The fact that Telomir-1 engages both enzymes with high potency, while sparing opposing targets such as GCN5L2, is a significant mechanistic breakthrough. It highlights Telomir-1’s potential to reprogram gene control selectively and safely.”

Added Anti-Cancer Synergy: Cutting Off Cancer’s Fuel Line – With a Safety Advantage

Telomir-1 also demonstrated low-level inhibitory activity against Tankyrases (PARP5A and PARP5B). Tankyrases regulate the Wnt/β-catenin pathway – one of the body’s key growth-control circuits that cancers often hijack as a “fuel line” for unchecked growth and treatment resistance.

Unlike potent Tankyrase inhibitors, which can cause excessive telomere shortening and systemic toxicity, Telomir-1’s modest Tankyrase inhibition may provide just enough activity to cut off cancer’s fuel line without disrupting healthy telomere biology.

Importantly, previously reported results in a validated Werner Syndrome accelerated-aging model showed that Telomir-1 significantly elongated telomeres beyond healthy levels while also reversing abnormal DNA methylation, restoring youthful gene regulation, and resetting the body’s epigenetic clock. This distinction reinforces Telomir-1’s differentiated safety profile – demonstrating that, unlike other Tankyrase-targeting drugs, it may protect and lengthen telomeres rather than shorten them.

Why This Matters and Potential Implications

The implications of this mechanism are broad:

• Cancer: May help reawaken tumor-fighting genes and inhibit pathways that drive proliferation, metastasis, and resistance – while safely tapping into Wnt/Tankyrase signaling to cut off cancer’s “fuel line.”

• Autoimmune & Inflammatory Disorders: May help calm runaway immune responses by dialing down inflammatory cytokines such as IL-6 and IL-4.

• Neurodegeneration: May help reduce harmful neuroinflammation and restore balance in brain-related gene programs relevant to Alzheimer’s and other CNS disorders.

• Autism & Neurodevelopment: Abnormal DNA methylation patterns have been associated with autism spectrum disorder, and Telomir-1’s inhibition of FBXL11 – a methylation-linked enzyme tied to neurodevelopment – suggests potential to help restore healthier gene regulation in ASD and related conditions.

• Metabolic Dysfunction: May help improve glucose control and insulin sensitivity in type 2 diabetes by rebalancing metabolic gene networks.

• Healthy Aging: By shifting gene programs back toward youthful patterns – and extending telomeres in vivo – Telomir-1 may one day support healthier aging and potentially aspects of age reversal.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release, statements of Telomir’s management or advisors related thereto, and the statements contained in the news story linked in this release contain “forward-looking statements,” which are statements other than historical facts made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the potential use of the data from our studies, our ability to develop and commercialize Telomir-1 for specific indications, and the safety of Telomir-1.

Any forward-looking statements in this press release are based on Telomir’s current expectations, estimates and projections only as of the date of this release. These and other risks concerning Telomir’s programs and operations are described in additional detail in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, which are on file with the SEC and available at www.sec.gov. Telomir explicitly disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements except to the extent required by law.

Contact Information

Helga Moya
info@telomirpharma.com
(786) 396-6723

SOURCE: Telomir Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

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Bringing Together Dealmakers Driving the Future of Private Investments in Public Equity

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / August 28, 2025 / DealFlow Events today announced the agenda for the 2025 PIPEs Conference, the premier gathering focused on private investments in public equity (PIPEs). Taking place in Hollywood, Florida, the conference brings together thought leaders, dealmakers, and investors to discuss the evolving role of PIPEs in corporate finance.

PIPE transactions remain an important source of capital for public companies navigating volatile markets, with investors and issuers continuing to look to this structure for speed, flexibility, and access to growth capital.

This year’s speaking faculty includes leaders from Loeb & Loeb, Roth Capital, Ellenoff Grossman & Schole, Sheppard Mullin, Katten, WilmerHale, Sichenzia Ross Ference Carmel, McDermott Will & Schulte, and Baker McKenzie-alongside other executives and investors who are driving the PIPEs market.

The full agenda, now available online, covers the latest legal, regulatory, and market developments shaping PIPEs in 2025. Topics include deal structuring, compliance trends, and the outlook for issuers and investors amid shifting economic conditions.

Members of the press are invited to attend.

For more information and to view the agenda, visit www.thepipesconference.com.

Contact:

Phillip LoFaso
Managing Director
DealFlow Events
phillip@dealflowevents.com
(516) 876-8006

SOURCE: DealFlow Events

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / August 28, 2025 / The global plastics system is broken-and everyone in the supply chain knows it. Let’s be clear up front- this article isn’t about blame. And it shouldn’t be. Regulators have set ambitious targets, corporations are investing billions, and NGOs continue to raise awareness. Their intent is genuine and deserves recognition. In fact, thanks to these efforts, demand for recycled plastics has never been higher.

But here’s the catch: rising demand hasn’t translated into rising results, which should be the outcome. After all, supply is abundant, with millions of tonnes of plastic waste worldwide, more than enough to serve multiple industries at once. Despite that, recycling rates remain stuck in the single digits. That makes it clear the problem isn’t availability or ambition. It’s a system built too narrowly to connect abundant supply with real, verifiable demand.

That design flaw – not a lack of effort or intent – is why circularity remains out of reach. By treating plastics as if they were a single material and focusing almost exclusively on packaging, the system leaves entire industries unserved. And that’s exactly where SMX (NASDAQ:SMX) steps in – bringing a technological toolbox capable of redesigning the system to capture and monetize all grades and types of plastics. By embedding molecular proof directly into all types of materials, SMX reconnects waste with demand, turning what the old system excluded into a new standard that the entire plastics economy can build on and profit from.

Follow the Plastics Money Trail

The numbers tell the story. The recycled plastics market is worth between $50 billion and $55 billion today. Of that, rPET-the headline material in bottles and packaging-represents only $12.9 billion. That leaves a massive $38B-$43B dollar addressable market locked in non-packaging polymers. These are the plastics used in cars, buildings, textiles, and electronics-the real engines of global demand-yet they’ve been largely ignored by the existing system.

Not because the industries don’t want recycled content. Not because recyclers aren’t ready to supply it. But because the system was designed too narrowly to track, verify, and prove it at scale. SMX changes that equation. With SMX’s molecular-level markers that survive use, recycling, and even chemical processing, every polymer-whether food-grade PET or industrial composites-becomes its own Global Plastics Passport. In other words, proof is no longer fragile or externally applied; it’s intrinsic to the material.

This is material efficiency in action. And it makes winners all around. Regulators get a compliance tool they can trust. Brands gain defensible proof for sustainability claims. Industrial buyers finally access the recycled inputs they need with certainty. That’s not all. Waste becomes an asset. Compliance becomes profitability. Circularity becomes measurable. And through the Plastic Cycle Token, SMX converts that proof into something every player wants-a financial instrument that is tradable, monetizable, and rewarding to every player in the loop.

Proof, Incentives, and Leadership

Best said, SMX is rewriting the market dynamic. Need proof? Consider this: a packaging producer does more than check boxes; it creates a portfolio of verified assets. An automaker doesn’t just comply with recycled content quotas; it tokenizes inputs that strengthen its balance sheet. A construction supplier doesn’t simply source recycled feedstock; it unlocks profitability from what already exists in the system. All of this happens because SMX is turning recycled plastics into a currency of value, not just a cost of compliance.

And look no further than Singapore and ASEAN, which are at the forefront of this transition. By treating circularity as an operational priority and backing it with working, not pilot-stage digital frameworks, like SMX’s, they are proving what leadership by example looks like. Their ambition is real. And as importantly, they are willing to show that ambition alone won’t cut it. They recognize the need for a technological, digitally-focused, and molecular-based toolbox. SMX provides it: molecular proof, material efficiency, and the monetization layer that finally makes circularity pay.

Said differently, Singapore and ASEAN recognize that the old system wasn’t short on ambition-it was short on design. And design is exactly what SMX provides. Not through tags, stickers, or registries, but by embedding intelligence directly into the material and linking it to economic reward. That shift rewires the entire model: circularity no longer depends on promises, it runs on proof – and proof that pays. With SMX leading the way, circularity becomes measurable, profitable, and scalable. That scalable incentive is what will draw in hundreds more players (countries) worldwide, transforming today’s regional leadership into a global movement.

Sources and references:

• https://www.eea.europa.eu/publications/the-role-of-plastics-in-europe

• https://www.oecd.org/content/dam/oecd/en/publications/reports/2022/02/global-plastics-outlook_a653d1c9/de747aef-en.pdf

• https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/recycled-plastics-market

• https://www.towardschemandmaterials.com/insights/recycled-pet-market

• https://apnews.com/article/5dc4e1a1618a73930ba73db801bc0589

• https://www.eco-business.com/news/singapores-plastic-recycling-rate-drops-to-5-per-cent/

• https://www.reuters.com/article/world/in-singapore-where-trash-becomes-ash-plastics-are-still-a-problem-idUSKCN1J20GZ/

• https://www.nea.gov.sg/our-services/waste-management/waste-statistics-and-overall-recycling

• https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/recycled-plastic-market-115486722.html

• https://www.verifiedmarketreports.com/product/food-grade-rpet-market/

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.

SMX (Security Matters)

EMAIL: info@securitymattersltd.com

SOURCE: SMX (Security Matters) Public Limited

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VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / August 28, 2025 / CoTec Holdings Corp. (TSXV:CTH)(OTCQB:CTHCF) (“CoTec” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the completion of its 2025 sonic drilling and bulk sampling testing programme at the Lac Jeannine Iron Tailings Project, Québec, Canada (“Lac Jeannine”, or the “Project”). The Company has engaged Corem to complete the metallurgical testing and has commenced a process to appoint a EPCM provider for the Feasibility Study. The Feasibility Study is expected to commence in Q3, 2025.

Julian Treger, CoTec CEO commented; “CoTec has progressed its discussions with strategic partners to move rapidly onto preparation of a Feasibility Study with the support of all stakeholders, including the Government of Québec, First Nations and other interested parties. The results from this next phase of drilling and bulk sample collection will allow CoTec to increase its current resource estimate for Lac Jeannine and potentially unlock additional material outside of the tailings dam to reprocess.

The Company is very excited to commence a Feasibility Study regarding the recovery and production of critical mineral iron ore concentrate at competitive cost structures which can deliver high purity iron concentrates for the green steel industry. The Lac Jeannine Project offers great potential for the resource industry to recover the economic benefit of large Fe tailing sites.”

In June 2024 CoTec announced the completion of an initial Mineral Resource Estimate (the “MRE”) and positive Preliminary Economic Assessment (“PEA”) for the Project^[i]. Based on open-pit extraction methods and the production of a gravity concentrate via conventional processing techniques and at a discount rate of 7.0% (and based solely on the MRE), the pre-tax NPV is US$93.6M, and its IRR is 38%, and the after tax NPV is US$59.5M, and its IRR is 30%. As part of the Feasibility Study, the Company is including the application of the Salter Cyclone Multi-Gravity Separators (“MGS”) technology for the recovery of additional iron ore from the Project.

The completed drilling targeted upgrading the existing Inferred Mineral Resource of 73 million tonnes (Mt) at 6.7% total Fe for 4.9 Mt of contained total Fe to Indicated and to extend the Project to a larger portion of the Adjacent Tailings. The inclusion of the Adjacent Tailings has the potential to almost double the life of mine with no additional capex unlocking substantial upside potential.

Drilling Highlights

• An infill and expansion programme totalling 572 meters of sonic drilling for 12 holes, drilled up to 58 meters, was completed on the historical tailings of the previous Lac Jeannine iron ore mine operated by the Québec Cartier Mining Company between 1959 and 1985.

• Additional bulk sampling has also been concluded, a total of 7 tonnes of tailings and waste rock dumps were recovered to assess their iron content and has been shipped to Corem’s testing facility in Québec.

• Bulk sampling and assay results are expected in Q4 2025.

The Independent Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101 for the Lac Jeannine Mineral Resource, Mr. Christian Beaulieu, P.Geo., is a member of l’Ordre des géologues du Québec (#1072). The Qualified Person has reviewed and approved the scientific and technical content of this announcement relating to the Lac Jeannine Mineral Resource.

About CoTec
CoTec Holdings Corp. (TSXV:CTH)(OTCQB:CTHCF) is redefining the future of resource extraction and recycling. Focused on rare earth magnets and strategic materials, CoTec integrates breakthrough technologies with strategic assets to unlock secure, sustainable, and low-cost supply chains for the United States and its allies.

CoTec’s mission is clear: accelerate the energy transition while strengthening U.S. economic and national security. By investing in and deploying disruptive technologies, the Company delivers capital-efficient, scalable solutions that transform marginal assets, tailings, waste streams, and recycled products into high-value critical minerals.

From its HyProMag USA magnet recycling joint venture in Texas, to iron tailings reprocessing in Québec, to next-generation copper and iron solutions backed by global majors, CoTec is building a diversified portfolio with long-term growth, rapid cash flow potential, and high barriers to entry. The result is a game-changing platform at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and strategic materials.

For more information, please visit www.cotec.ca

For further information, please contact:
Braam Jonker – (604) 992-5600

Forward-Looking Information Cautionary Statement
Statements in this press release regarding the Company and its investments which are not historical facts are “forward-looking statements” which involve risks and uncertainties, including statements relating to the Lac Jeannine 2025 sonic drilling and bulk sampling testing programme and management’s expectations with respect to other current and potential future investments and the benefits to the Company which may be implied from such statements. Since forward-looking statements address future events and conditions, by their very nature, they involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results in each case could differ materially from those currently anticipated in such statements, due to known and unknown risks and uncertainties affecting the Company, including but not limited to resource and reserve risks; environmental risks and costs; labor costs and shortages; uncertain supply and price fluctuations in materials; increases in energy costs; labor disputes and work stoppages; leasing costs and the availability of equipment; heavy equipment demand and availability; contractor and subcontractor performance issues; worksite safety issues; project delays and cost overruns; extreme weather conditions; and social and transport disruptions. For further details regarding risks and uncertainties facing the Company please refer to “Risk Factors” in the Company’s filing statement dated April 6, 2022, a copy of which may be found under the Company’s SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com. The Company assumes no responsibility to update forward-looking statements in this press release except as required by law. Readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements and information contained in this news release and are encouraged to read the Company’s continuous disclosure documents which are available on SEDAR at www.sedarplus.ca.

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

SOURCE: CoTec Holdings Corp.

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Marathon Returns December 13-14, 2025, Early Registration Now Open

WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / August 28, 2025 / U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has agreed to a multi-year partnership as the new title sponsor of The Palm Beaches Marathon. The U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon, a race owned and managed by Ken Kennerly’s K2 Sports Ventures, will be held in Downtown West Palm Beach, Florida, on December 13-14, 2025.

This renowned marathon event is recognized for its beautiful views of the waterfront and palm-tree-lined streets and welcomes runners from across the country and around the world to the warmth of Florida during the cold winter months. It is also a qualifier for the legendary Boston Marathon.

“U.S. Polo Assn. is honored to be the Title Sponsor of The Palm Beaches Marathon, an iconic event that, like our brand, is deeply rooted in this vibrant community of Palm Beach County,” said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company that oversees the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “While our sport-inspired brand has a worldwide footprint in more than 190 countries, our heart and heritage are right here in The Palm Beaches, home to USPA Global, the United States Polo Association, and the USPA National Polo Center, the most prestigious polo destination in the world.”

The race weekend will include the 5K and 10K at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, December 13, followed by the featured Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon Relay on Sunday, December 14 at 6 a.m. Early registration is now open. Cost is $130 for the Marathon and $100 for the Half Marathon. The early registration fee for the 10K is $60, and $45 for the 5K. To register for The U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon, visit palmbeachmarathon.com.

A Health and Fitness Expo will coincide with race packet pickup on Friday, December 12, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, December 13, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Meyer Amphitheatre, 104 Datura St., West Palm Beach. The Expo will feature the latest in health and fitness products and services, running apparel, and upcoming race information.

“We are excited to add a renowned global brand like U.S. Polo Assn. as the Title Sponsor of The Palm Beaches Marathon,” Kennerly said. “This is a massive deal for the future of our race and its appeal to runners throughout the world. The Palm Beaches are a globally recognized blue-chip destination, and we are looking forward to continuing to grow the race not only in our community, but also on an international level.”

U.S. Polo Assn. brand products include apparel for men, women, and children, as well as accessories, luggage, watches, shoes, home furnishings, and more, with distribution across 190 countries through independent retail stores, department stores, U.S. Polo Assn. brand stores and e-commerce.

“Partnering with The Palm Beaches Marathon allows us to celebrate athletic excellence, community spirit, health and wellness, as well as the shared passion for sport that connects us locally and around the world. From the polo fields to the streets of Palm Beach, we are inspired by the athletes who give their all, and we look forward to sharing in the energy, camaraderie, and world-class competition that make The Palm Beaches Marathon truly special,” Prince added.

The race will support local charities, soon to be announced.

WPBF 25, the Hearst-owned ABC Affiliate, will return as the Official Broadcast Station of the race and will provide extensive pre- and post-race coverage on all on-air and digital channels, as well as produce a live broadcast on Marathon race morning.

“WPBF 25 is thrilled to extend our partnership for a second year in a row as the Official Broadcast Station of the U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon, reaffirming our commitment to help bring such a unique and exciting event like this to our community,” said President and General Manager, Caroline Taplett. “Working together with our incredible partners, Ken Kennerly and the Marathon team, we are dedicated to promoting a more connected community, supporting local businesses, and inspiring participants, locally, nationally, and internationally to join us in beautiful South Florida for this one-of-a-kind experience.”

About U.S. Polo Assn.
U.S. Polo Assn. is the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the largest association of polo clubs and polo players in the United States, founded in 1890 and based at the USPA National Polo Center (NPC) in Wellington, Florida. This year, U.S. Polo Assn. celebrates 135 years of sports inspiration alongside the USPA. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,100 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. The brand sponsors major polo events around the world, including the U.S. Open Polo Championship®, held annually at NPC in The Palm Beaches, the premier polo tournament in the United States. Historic deals with ESPN in the United States, TNT and Eurosport in Europe, and Star Sports in India now broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., making the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time.

U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors in the world alongside the NFL, PGA Tour, and Formula 1, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized internationally with awards for global growth. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn. 

About The U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon
The U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon is a premier winter running event held annually in West Palm Beach, which features a range of race distances designed for runners of all abilities, including a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a 4-person marathon relay. Highlighted by a 100% flat, USATF-certified course, the Marathon serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier. The scenic route allows runners to experience West Palm Beach’s vibrant downtown as it winds along palm-lined Flagler Drive, past historic neighborhoods, and features sparkling waterfront views. The event also supports community and charity efforts. Visit palmbeachmarathon.com.

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SOURCE: U.S. Polo Assn.

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FORT LAUDERDALE, FL / ACCESS Newswire / August 28, 2025 / Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:VMAR) (“Vision Marine” or the “Company”) a pioneer in high-voltage marine propulsion and multi-brand boat retail, today announced the launch of a dedicated electric boating division within Nautical Ventures Group. This strategic initiative is designed to provide customers with a complete EV-focused experience-encompassing sales, service, after-sales support, events, and a growing lineup of electric toys and watersports products.

The new division is anchored by Vision Marine’s E-Motion™ electric propulsion and electric boat lineup, which serve as the foundation of its EV strategy. As part of this broader initiative, Nautical Ventures has also renewed its Dealer Agreement with Cayago Americas Inc., manufacturer of Seabob. Seabob, known for its electric water sled technology, offers a luxury lifestyle experience and has become internationally recognized as the benchmark for high-end water toys. This aligns with NMMA’s commentary that innovation in product design-especially showcased at leading boat shows-is increasingly important in reigniting consumer demand. (NMMA)

Seabob has already proven to be one of Nautical Ventures’ strongest-selling premium water toys, with the majority of historical sales driven by the F5S model-now succeeded by the new F9 series, which continues to embody the same legacy of innovation. Its performance underscores the proven demand for premium electric lifestyle products that will complement the division’s boat offerings and accelerate adoption of electric marine experiences.

The initiative aligns with broader industry growth. The North American recreational boating market was valued at USD 10.06 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 15.0 billion by 2033, a CAGR of ~4.5% (Market Data Forecast). Within this market, the watersports and accessories segment accounts for over one-third of usage, underscoring the rising importance of lifestyle-driven products. Complementing this, the watercraft accessories market is expected to nearly double-from USD 8.2 billion in 2025 to USD 15.7 billion by 2035-at a 6.1% CAGR (Future Market Insights).

“Our vision goes far beyond propulsion. We are building a complete electric ecosystem for boaters-covering sales, service, aftersales care, and on-water experiences,” said Alexandre Mongeon, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Vision Marine Technologies. “Through Nautical Ventures, we can unite electric boats, toys, and watersports equipment under one roof. The renewed Seabob dealer agreement demonstrates the type of premium, innovative products we are bringing into this division to complement our boat offerings and deliver unmatched value to consumers and partners.”

The EV-focused division also provides a platform for future collaborations with leading EV partners, setting the stage for upcoming announcements that will highlight synergies across the transportation, marine, and recreation sectors. Leveraging Florida as a natural launchpad, Nautical Ventures will use its nine-location retail and service footprint to accelerate the adoption of electric boating nationwide.

About Vision Marine Technologies Inc.
Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:VMAR) is a pioneer in the marine industry, offering premium boating experiences across both electric and internal combustion engine (ICE) segments. The Company designs, manufactures, and sells its flagship E-Motion™ 180E high-voltage electric outboard system, while also providing consumers access to boats, marine products, and services through its Nautical Ventures division. With nine retail locations in Florida and established sales, service, and marina operations, Vision Marine delivers scalable, market-ready solutions to meet the evolving needs of recreational boaters and commercial operators.

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About Seabob (Cayago Americas Inc.)
Seabob, manufactured by Cayago AG and distributed by Cayago Americas Inc., is the world’s leading brand of electric water sleds. Manufactured in Germany and distributed globally, Seabob has become the benchmark in luxury watersports.

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Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the impact of the EV division launch, the renewed Seabob dealer agreement, anticipated consumer adoption, future collaborations, and the Company’s broader strategic objectives. These statements are based on current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. Risks include, but are not limited to, market conditions, operational execution, customer demand, competitive factors, and those described in the Company’s SEC filings. Vision Marine disclaims any obligation to update forward-looking statements, except as required by law.

Investor and Company Contact:

Bruce Nurse
Investor Relations
(303) 919‑2913
bn@v‑mti.com

SOURCE: Vision Marine Technologies Inc

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