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NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 8, 2025 / Horizon Kinetics Holding Corporation (OTCQX:HKHC), the holding company for Horizon Kinetics Asset Management LLC, announced today that it upgraded to OTCQX from OTCID™ Basic Market. HKHC began trading September 5^th, 2025 on OTCQX under the symbol “HKHC.” U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the company on www.otcmarkets.com.

“As we approach our first-year anniversary as a public company, we are pleased that HKHC now qualifies for the premium OTCQX Best Market, the highest level market at OTC Markets Group, which requires companies to meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance, demonstrate compliance with U.S. securities laws and be current in their disclosures” stated Murray Stahl, HKHC’s Chief Executive Officer.

About Horizon Kinetics Holding Corporation

Horizon Kinetics Holding Corporation (OTCQX:HKHC) primarily offers investment advisory services through its subsidiary Horizon Kinetics Asset Management LLC (“Horizon Kinetics”), a registered investment adviser. Horizon Kinetics provides independent proprietary research and investment advisory services for long-only and alternative value-based investing strategies. For more information, please visit www.hkholdingco.com.

Investor Relations Contact: IR@hkholdingco.com

SOURCE: Horizon Kinetics Holding Corporation

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“Redefining Energy Storage as a Core Asset”

LAS VEGAS, NV / ACCESS Newswire / September 8, 2025 / RelyEZ Energy Storage, a global leader in integrated energy solutions, will unveil its latest breakthroughs at RE+ 2025 in Las Vegas, September 9-11 (Booth F17335). From grid-forming energy storage systems (ESS) and immersive, liquid-cooling battery technology to RWA-enabled, tokenization-ready platforms, RelyEZ is redefining how energy storage delivers value – as both physical infrastructure and digital financial assets.

With global energy storage deployments surpassing 167 GWh in the first half of 2025 (IRENA), and AI data centers alone projected to create a 45 GW demand gap in the U.S. by 2028, the takes for reliable and profitable energy storage have never been higher.

RelyEZ’s innovations go beyond safety and performance, positioning storage as a bankable, revenue-generating asset class.

By uniting advanced hardware with smart energy management, RelyEZ is pioneering the future of storage as resilient, safe, and profitable energy assets – accelerating the world’s transition to a cleaner and more bankable energy economy.

Global Trends: Energy Storage Becomes the “Real Estate of the Energy Era”

The world’s energy transition is accelerating under policy drivers like the U.S. inflation Reduction Act, EU’s Net-Zero Industry Act, and China’s carbon neutrality roadmap. Meanwhile, the demand surge from AI data centers, electric vehicles, and electrification is reshaping electricity consumption, exposing vulnerabilities in traditional grid infrastructure.

Energy storage is no longer an auxiliary function. It is now recognized by capital markets as a high-quality asset class, with investments leaders like Goldman Sachs, KKR and MunichRE embedding ESS into their portfolios. In Australia energy arbitrage revenues nearly doubled year-on-year in Q2 2024 (up 97%), underscoring the sector’s growing financial viability.

The RelyEZ Model: From Manufacturing to Asset Creation

Founded in 2019, RelyEZ has built an end-to-end value chain spanning project development, product R&D, system manufacturing, deployment, and lifecycle operation. With over 200 global projects delivered and more than 20 GWh of energy storage deployed, RelyEZ has earned recognition as a BloombergNEF Tier 1 Energy Storage Manufacturer and an S&P Global Top 10 ESS Supplier.

This vision is already proven in practice. The successful commissioning of RelyEZ’s 1.5 GWh Yunnan independent energy storage project showed how storage can operate as a standalone, revenue-generating asset. In a grid environment with high renewable penetration and complex conditions, the project not only strengthened system stability but also delivered continuous income through frequency regulation and peak-valley arbitrage – confirming the commercial viability of energy storage as an independent asset class.

Looking ahead, RelyEZ’s ambition extends beyond manufacturing. By uniting hardware innovation, intelligent software, and advanced financing models, RelyEZ is positioning itself not just as a manufacturer, but as a creator of sustainable, bankable energy assets that deliver long-term value for both customers and investors.

Technology Highlights at RE+ 2025 in Las Vegas

1. Grid- forming ESS – From Passive to Active Grid Support

RelyEZ’s grid-forming ESS represents a critical leap from passive response to active support. It delivers:

• Virtual inertia to stabilize frequency fluctuations.

• Enhanced grid strength through short-circuit current support.

• Black start capability for disaster recovery.

  Use cased include renewable integration, weak grids, data centers, hospitals and disaster recovery scenarios.

2. Immersive Liquid-Cooling Battery – Benchmark in Safety

Safety remains the top concern in the global ESS industry. Traditional systems face risks of thermal runaway and fire, especially under high-overload grid-forming operations.

RelyEZ’s immersive liquid-cooling technology directly submerges battery cells in a non-flammable, insulating coolant to achieve:

• >2 degrees Celsius cell temperature variance.

• +20% battery lifespan and +20% cooling efficiency.

• -25% cooling power consumption.

• Intrinsic fire prevention via oxygen isolation.

This innovation makes large-scales ESS not only more reliable and cost-effective but also dramatically safer for global deployment.

3. EnergyHub EMS & EnergyCloud Platform – Smart Trading, Smarter Assets

RelyEZ’s EnergyHub EMS and EnergyCloud AI platform integrate intelligent forecasting, real-time monitoring, and automated market trading. Together, they maximize profitability and reliability by enabling frequency regulation. spot market participation, and predictive maintenance.

• Intelligent dispatch & trading strategies.

• Predictive O&M with reduced costs.

• Optimized participation in capacity, ancillary, and spot markets.

4. RWA-REady Tokenization – Unlocking Web 3.0 Capital Access

RelyEZ is the only BESS manufacturer worldwide with systems natively equipped for Real World Asset (RWA) tokenization. Both hardware and software are embedded with the required communication modules to integrate seamlessly into blockchain-based financing frameworks.

This mean:

• Projects using RelyEZ systems can be tokenized as digital assets, expanding financing channels beyond traditional banks.

• Access to a much wider pool of Web 3.0 investors, from funds to retail participants, creating liquidity and scalability in projects financing.

• Alignment with next-generation financing models, bridging energy infrastructure and decentralized capital markets.

• This innovation enables RelyEZ customers to not only deploy bankable physical assets but also unlock digital financial value globally.

Why It Matters

The core competitiveness of the energy storage industry is shifting from cost per watt-hour manufactured to capital value per watt-hour deployed. By delivering grid-forming ESS, Immersive safety technologies, and intelligent asset management platforms, RelyEZ ensures customers are not just buying equipment – they are investing in bankable, future-proof energy assets.

Join RelyEZ at RE+2025 in Las Vegas

RE+ 2025 will gather more than 40,000 professionals from 115 countries, making it the largest stage for renewable energy and storage innovation. RelyEZ invites industry leaders, investors, and partners to explore how its technologies are reshaping energy storage into high-quality, revenue-generating assets.

• Booth F17335, Ceasars Forum, Las Vegas

• September 9-11, 2025

Secure your meeting with the RelyEZ team at RE+ by book your slot here – and don’t forget to connect with us on Linkedin!

About RelyEZ

RelyEZ Energy Storage Technology Co., LTD founded in 2019, is a global pioneer in turning energy storage into high-quality assets. With a full value chain spanning project development, product innovation, system integration, and lifecycle operation, RelyEZ goes beyond manufacturing to deliver bankable, resilient, and intelligent energy solutions.

The company has delivered over 200 projects worldwide with a cumulative deployment exceeding 20 GWh, earning recognition as a bloombergNEF Tier 1 Energy Storage Manufacturer and an S&P Global Top 10 ESS Supplier.

Headquartered in Shenzhen with a growing international presence, RelyEZ is committed to accelerating the global clean energy transition and building the foundation of the “real estate of the energy era.”

www.relyez.com

Contact Information:

rona@relyez.com
+971553982053

SOURCE: RELYEZ ENERGY STORAGE INTERNATIONAL PTE. LTD

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 8, 2025 / Trust is the currency that drives consumer markets. A brand may spend millions on advertising, packaging, and influencer campaigns, but ultimately, it’s proof that keeps customers coming back. Proof that a product is authentic. Proof that it is safe. Proof that it was made responsibly, and in today’s world, proof that it is truly recycled. This is where SMX (NASDAQ:SMX) steps in with a technology that turns the abstract promise of sustainability into something concrete and verifiable.

SMX turns materials into data. Its patented molecular markers are embedded directly into plastics, metals, textiles, and natural rubber, giving every item a scannable, tamper-resistant identity tied to a verified digital passport. That link follows goods from origin through use, recycling, and chemical transformation, proving recycled content, authenticity, and chain of custody in real time. The result is enforceable compliance, anti-counterfeiting, and true material efficiency that converts sustainability from promise to measurable value. For consumers, that proof is often becoming the deciding factor at the point of sale.

In recent years, consumer skepticism has reached new heights. Shoppers are bombarded with labels claiming “eco-friendly” or “made from recycled materials.” Yet too often those claims turn out to be little more than greenwashing. That’s led regulators to more aggressively crack down on unverified claims, but regulation alone cannot rebuild consumer confidence.

People want to know that the shoes they buy really are made from recycled textiles, that the bottle in their hand has a documented path from plastic waste to new packaging, that the electronics they purchase contain verified recycled resins. SMX provides the mechanism to deliver that proof instantly, not through vague pledges but through an auditable data trail embedded in the material itself.

The Power Of Proof

For brands, the implications are powerful. Proof is not just a defensive tool to avoid regulatory scrutiny. It is a premium feature. In markets where consumers are willing to pay more for certainty, trust becomes a source of pricing power. Thus, the companies that adopt SMX’s platform are not just complying with sustainability mandates; they are monetizing trust. They are turning proof into brand equity. Just as “organic” or “fair trade” labels once gave companies an edge, now it will be the verifiable digital passport that signals credibility.

Singapore’s launch of the world’s first national plastic passport program with SMX technology is the clearest signal yet of where the market is heading. This is not a pilot project or a marketing stunt. It is part of a national infrastructure built on proof. By embedding SMX’s molecular markers into plastics, Singapore is creating a system that tracks materials through their entire lifecycle. For global brands, that ability responds to an unmistakable message: consumer trust is no longer built in slogans, it is engineered in supply chains.

The Plastic Cycle Token, SMX’s framework for monetizing verified recycled content, is the natural extension of this trust economy. By digitizing proof into a tradable asset, SMX allows brands not only to certify their products but also to participate in an open market for verified sustainability. The PCT turns proof itself into value. It creates a system where companies that invest in verifiable recycling can bank that investment, trade it, and unlock further revenue streams. Consumers may never see the backend mechanics, but what they will see is more brands offering products with clear, irrefutable proof of recycled content. That visibility changes buying behavior and builds loyalty.

Brands Recognize The Value of Proof

Consider the alternative. A consumer walks into a store and sees two products side by side, both claiming recycled content. One has SMX-backed proof that can be scanned and verified. The other makes a generic, unverifiable claim. The consumer may not even hesitate. In a skeptical world, the proof-backed product wins. And once that trust is established, it pays dividends. Customers return, they advocate for the brand, and they are willing to pay more for certainty.

This is the future of consumer markets. Proof is the new currency, and SMX offers the platform that makes it spendable. Brands that embrace it can go beyond meeting regulations; they can win trust at the only moment that matters, the checkout. At a time where loyalty is fleeting and skepticism is high, making sure they check that box may be the greatest value driver of all.

References

• https://www.un.org/en/climatechange/science/climate-issues/greenwashing

• https://packagingeurope.com/consumer-survey-recycling-is-top-of-the-sustainability-list/10107.article

• https://www.ropesgray.com/en/insights/podcasts/2023/07/corporate-compliance-new-research-says-yes

About SMX

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

Forward-Looking Statements

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

EMAIL: info@securitymattersltd.com

SOURCE: SMX (Security Matters) Public Limited

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The deployment introduces a faster, more secure way for fleets to fuel while streamlining operations for merchants.

CUPERTINO, CA / ACCESS Newswire / September 8, 2025 / Piston, a cardless payments platform that connects commercial fleets and fuel retailers, today announced a nationwide partnership with Maverik – Adventure’s First Stop, which operates more than 825 convenience stores across 21 states. Piston’s technology will roll out across the entire Maverik network in the coming month.

The platform eliminates physical card workflows by allowing drivers to initiate transactions with a secure QR code or authorization code. This streamlines operations while providing fleets and merchants with stronger controls, real-time fraud prevention, and digital receipts for simplified reconciliation. Fleet managers gain additional visibility into spend, vehicle usage, and driver activity, creating more accurate reporting and reducing the administrative burden that comes with traditional card programs.

“Fueling hasn’t changed in decades, and plastic cards were never designed for the way fleets operate today,” said Vikram Sekhon, Co-founder & CEO of Piston. “By verifying drivers and vehicles in real time, we close the door on fraud while giving fleets and merchants the transparency and control they’ve been missing. This is what modern, digital fueling looks like at scale, and we’re proud to work with Maverik to set a new standard for the industry.”

Cardless transactions can deepen loyalty while removing barriers that often complicate fleet adoption. Already recognized as an innovator in the convenience and fueling industry, this move further strengthens Maverik’s position as a leader in secure, connected fueling experiences.

“We are pleased to have Piston as a method-of-payment that we offer,” said Kerby Cate, Sr. Director of Fuel Sales at Maverik.

Piston’s team has allocated resources to support onboarding and ensure a smooth go-live experience for early fleets. The partnership marks one of the largest deployments of cardless fueling in the U.S., positioning Piston as a leader in modernizing fleet payments.

ABOUT PISTON:

Piston is a cardless payments platform for fleets and fuel retailers, replacing card-based systems with direct, secure, and intelligent transactions. Built by former fleet owners who experienced the pain firsthand, Piston eliminates fraud, unlocks savings, and builds loyalty between stations and commercial drivers. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, with operation hubs in Lehi, Utah and Kolkata, India, Piston is backed by Spark Capital, Pear VC, BOND, and other strategic investors. Learn more at https://www.usepiston.com/.

ABOUT MAVERIK – ADVENTURE’S FIRST STOP:

Maverik – Adventure’s First Stop fuels adventures from the Midwest to the West Coast. In 2023, Maverik acquired Kum & Go and together, the two brands serve customers in over 825 locations across 21 states and growing. Maverik is known for its premium BonFire food, made fresh in every Maverik, every day, and awesome values on fuel, drinks, and snacks. Maverik sells exclusive products such as fresh-made gourmet burritos, sandwiches, pizzas, cookies, and coffee blends from around the world. For more information, visit https://maverik.com/ or follow the company on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or YouTube.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Nina Pfister, MAG PR at E: nina@mooringadvisorygroup.com; P: 781-929-5620

SOURCE: Piston

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 8, 2025 / Plastics have long been cast as an environmental problem, but the conversation is shifting. And that shift couldn’t be more timely, happening at a time when the world’s supply chains are being defined by supply chain fragility, resource competition, and geopolitical rivalry. Yet that’s only part of the story. An even sharper message is breaking through: plastics are now as much about sovereignty as they are about sustainability.

The ability to control, verify, and monetize recycled materials is becoming a question of national security and global influence. ASEAN, the European Union, and the United States all want to lead this new frontier. Singapore, with SMX’s (NASDAQ: SMX) technology as its backbone, is planting its flag first. Its intent is clear: to replace a flawed system that has failed for decades.

For years, recycling frameworks were built with good intentions but a narrow vision. They zeroed in on PET bottles and rPET packaging while overlooking industrial polymers, textiles, automotive resins, and electronics. That blind spot left most material flows outside the loop, fueling systemic failure. Recycling rates flatlined while incineration and landfills became the default.

That result was not for lack of trying. Governments set targets, brands pledged billions, NGOs lobbied for action. But the frameworks lacked one critical piece: enforceable proof, the verifiable evidence that materials are what companies and countries claim them to be. Without it, progress stalled- and that stall exposed a harder truth. Plastics are not just an ecological challenge; they are a geopolitical one. Put simply, nations that can turn waste into value will not only meet climate goals, they will also gain leverage in trade, industrial competitiveness, and supply chain resilience.

Turning Material Into Data

SMX delivers that missing piece by turning materials into data to create true material efficiency. Unlike stickers or labels that can be removed or forged, SMX embeds its proof directly into the material itself. Its patented molecular markers are embedded into plastics, metals, textiles, and natural rubber, giving every item a scannable, tamper-resistant identity tied to a verified digital passport. That immutable identity then follows goods from origin through use, recycling, and chemical transformation, proving recycled content, authenticity, and chain of custody in real time.

The result is enforceable compliance, anti-counterfeiting, and true material efficiency that converts sustainability from promise to measurable value. And SMX delivers something more: the Plastic Cycle Token, or PCT, built to take this system into global markets. The PCT is a digital asset framework that monetizes verified recycled content, creating a marketplace for recycled inputs similar to how carbon credits created a financial market for emissions. Together, the technology and the token form a closed loop of physical-to-digital verification and tradeable value.

This is the foundation on which Singapore is building the world’s first national plastic passport program. Working through A*STAR, its premier research agency, the country is embedding SMX’s technology into public infrastructure. The effort goes beyond a domestic initiative. It is a strategic move to position Singapore as a global leader in plastics circularity, creating a blueprint that other ASEAN nations can follow. With ASEAN’s plastic economy projected at S$4.2 billion annually, Singapore’s early adoption sends a clear signal to the region and the world: leadership in sustainability can be converted into geopolitical advantage.

Checking All The Right Boxes

Europe, with its Green Deal and plastics mandates, has tried to set the regulatory tone, but enforcement gaps and fragmented reporting systems have hindered progress. The United States, despite its industrial scale, has lagged in developing cohesive national frameworks for recycling and continues to rely on outdated tax and quota systems. By contrast, Singapore’s model shows a new path; one where proof is digitized, compliance is auditable, and recycled materials can be traded as verifiable assets across borders.

This approach goes beyond meeting environmental obligations. It establishes a new layer of economic sovereignty. It also turns proof into a new form of currency. That currency matters because the geopolitics of plastic is not only about who can recycle more efficiently, but it is also about who controls the data, the tokens, and ultimately the markets that define value. Just as OPEC shaped decades of global power through oil, and just as China consolidated influence over rare earth elements, the countries that can prove and monetize recycled content will control the new resource that underpins 21st-century manufacturing. Singapore has chosen to move first, leveraging SMX’s system as its competitive edge.

For stakeholders, policymakers, and multinationals, the implications are profound: plastics don’t need to be seen as a liability but instead as an emerging asset class. SMX is enabling what regulators and markets have been demanding: transparency, accountability, and measurable impact. Singapore’s adoption proves that this model is not theoretical; it is live infrastructure. The race now is who follows and who falls behind. In that race, SMX is more than a technology provider. It is both an enabler and an architect. In other words, the perfect partner.

References

• https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/jun/26/china-rare-earths-baotou-life-metallic-elements

• https://www.investopedia.com/ask/answers/060415/how-much-influence-does-opec-have-global-price-oil.asp

• https://commission.europa.eu/strategy-and-policy/priorities-2019-2024/european-green-deal_en

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About SMX

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

Forward-Looking Statements

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

EMAIL: info@securitymattersltd.com

SOURCE: SMX (Security Matters) Public Limited

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BOCA RATON, FL / ACCESS Newswire / September 8, 2025 / Newsmax Inc. (NYSE:NMAX) (“Newsmax” or the “Company”) today announced a strategic realignment of its weekday evening schedule, boosting the Company’s late daytime lineup ahead of a pivotal moment in the day.

Starting Monday, September 8, 2025, Carl Higbie will move into the 6:00pm ET slot to host Carl Higbie FRONTLINE, anchoring viewers’ transition from day to night with incisive news analysis, fearless reporting and provocative opinion.

Veteran journalist Greta Van Susteren will pivot from the 6:00pm ET hour to a newly powerful 4:00pm ET timeslot, positioning her at the heart of momentous breaking stories as the market closes, court hearings end and Congress adjourns.

With decades of experience in delivering sharp, fact-based analysis and piercing interviews, Van Susteren’s move underscores Newsmax’s commitment to timely and authoritative journalism.

Simultaneously, The Chris Salcedo Show will shift into the 5:00pm ET hour, continuing his unapologetically conservative commentary in the critical early evening timeframe.

Carl Higbie Takes Evening Lead

Former U.S. Navy SEAL and seasoned political commentator Carl Higbie has been a dynamic presence at Newsmax since launching Carl Higbie FRONTLINE in April 2023.

Now airing at 6:00pm ET, the program adopts a sharper night-time edge, characterized by Higbie’s trademark “fearless exposure of government overreach and sharp critique of the mainstream media” – designed to kick off evening viewing powerfully.

Higbie made headlines in August when Carl Higbie FRONTLINE broadcast from Israel for a full week. Reporting from Jerusalem and other key locations, he provided coverage of Israel’s security concerns, touring defense industries and speaking directly with officials such as Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Christopher Ruddy, CEO of Newsmax, praised the lineup innovation: “This reshuffle is designed to meet our viewers when the news truly matters,” Ruddy said. “Carl is a bold, unafraid journalist; Greta brings unmatched credibility at a critical juncture; and Chris brings strong voice and insight – together they form a powerful trifecta. We believe this revamped lineup will strengthen our connection with a news-hungry audience as we lead into primetime.”

New Late Day Lineup (Effective September 8, 2025)

• 4:00pm ET: The Record with Greta Van Susteren

• 5:00pm ET: The Chris Salcedo Show

• 6:00pm ET: Carl Higbie FRONTLINE

• 7:00pm ET: Rob Schmitt Tonight

• 8:00pm ET: Finnerty

• 9:00pm ET: Greg Kelly Reports

• 10:00pm ET: The Right Squad

About Newsmax
Newsmax Inc. is listed on the NYSE (NMAX) and operates, through Newsmax Broadcasting LLC, one of the nation’s leading news outlets, the Newsmax channel. The fourth highest-rated network is carried on all major pay TV providers. Newsmax’s media properties reach more than 40 million Americans regularly through Newsmax TV, the Newsmax App, its popular website Newsmax.com, and publications such as Newsmax Magazine. Through its social media accounts, Newsmax reaches 20 million combined followers. Reuters Institute says Newsmax is one of the top U.S. news brands and Forbes has called Newsmax “a news powerhouse.”

For more information, please visit Investor Relations | Newsmax Inc.

Investor Contacts
Newsmax Investor Relations
ir@newsmax.com

SOURCE: Newsmax Inc.

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SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / September 8, 2025 / Dateline Resources Limited (ASX:DTR)(OTCQB:DTREF) (Dateline or the Company), a North American-focused mining and exploration company, is pleased to announce its inclusion in the S&P/ASX All Ordinaries Index, effective prior to the opening of trading on Monday, 22 September 2025.

The S&P/ASX All Ordinaries (All Ords) is Australia’s oldest and broadest stock market index, representing the 500 largest companies listed on the ASX by market capitalization.

This milestone marks a significant achievement for Dateline, providing increased market visibility and serving as validation of the Company’s strategic direction in critical minerals and gold development. Being part of this index is expected to heighten the Company’s profile and potentially improve liquidity through exposure to index-tracking funds and institutional investors.

Stephen Baghdadi, Managing Director of Dateline Resources, welcomed the news of the Company’s index inclusion and the broader market interest, stating:

“Inclusion in the All-Ordinaries Index is a positive milestone for Dateline, our team has worked diligently to get us here, and we remain focused on converting this visibility into long-term value for our shareholders.”

Expanded Global Market Presence

Dateline’s inclusion in the All Ords comes amid a broader effort to increase its international market presence. In addition to its primary ASX listing (DTR), Dateline’s U.S. OTCQB listing (DTREF) provides North American investors with access to the Company’s shares. This dual-market approach has already helped raise Dateline’s profile in the U.S.

The Company’s leadership views the index inclusion, alongside growing international investor interest, as timely reinforcement of Dateline’s objectives. Dateline is advancing the 100%-owned Colosseum Gold-REE Project in San Bernardino County, California.

This added market recognition via the All Ords index addition is expected to further support Dateline’s engagement with analysts, institutional fund managers, and industry partners.

About Dateline Resources Limited

Dateline Resources Limited (ASX: DTR, OTCQB: DTREF) is an Australian publicly listed company focused on high-value mining and exploration in North America. Its flagship Colosseum Gold-REE Project in California’s Walker Lane Trend combines a proven gold resource with emerging rare earth potential, positioning Dateline as a leader in critical minerals and precious metals.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws. These statements relate to future events or performance, including the potential of the Colosseum Project, the benefits of U.S. government support, the company’s plans for future development, and the strategic importance of the project for U.S. critical minerals supply. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates, and projections and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. These risks include fluctuations in gold and rare earth element prices, changes in regulatory or permitting processes, geological or technical challenges, market conditions affecting capital raising, environmental or social factors, and risks related to securing government funding. Dateline Resources cautions readers not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this release. The company undertakes no obligation to update or revise these statements, except as required by law.

Contact Information

Stephen Baghdadi
Managing Director
Dateline Resources Limited
+61 2 9375 2353
info@datelineresources.com.au
www.datelineresources.com.au

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

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This press release is authorized for release by the Board of Dateline Resources Limited.

SOURCE: Dateline Resources Limited

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CLEVELAND CLINIC ABU DHABI (CCAD) HAS COMMENCED RECRUITMENT IN THIS 36 PARTICIPANT STUDY

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA / ACCESS Newswire / September 8, 2025 / Medicus Pharma Ltd. (NASDAQ:MDCX) (“Medicus” or the “Company”), a biotech/life sciences company focused on advancing the clinical development programs of novel and potentially disruptive therapeutics assets, is pleased to announce that the SKNJCT-004 phase 2 clinical study, to non-invasively treat BCC of the skin, has commenced patient recruitment in Cleveland clinic Abu Dhabi (CCAD). Earlier this year, in May 2025, SKNJCT-004 received “study may proceed” approval from the UAE Department of Health.

The study is expected to randomize thirty-six (36) patients in four sites in UAE. In addition to Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi (CCAD), the study is also expected to commence patient recruitment in Sheikh Shakbout Medical City (SSMC), Burjeel Medical City (BMC), Rashid Hospital (RH), Clemenceau Medical Center (CMC) and American Hospital of Dubai (AHD).

Insights Research Organization and Solutions (IROS), a UAE-based contract research organization, is coordinating the clinical study for the Company. IROS is a M42 portfolio company.

“Commencing patient recruitment in the SKNJCT-004 clinical study at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is a promising step forward towards our goal to bring to market a first in class novel non-invasive alternative to treat BCC “, stated Dr. Raza Bokhari, Medicus’s Executive Chairman & CEO “We have already randomized more than seventy five percent (75%) of the ninety (90) participants expected to be randomized in our AI powered SKNJCT-003 study, in the United States, which we believe represents more than US$2 billion in potential market opportunity”.

Clinical Trial Design (SKNJCT-004)

The clinical study, SKNJCT-004, is designed to be a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled (P-MNA), multi-center study enrolling up to 36 subjects presenting with BCC of the skin. The study will evaluate the efficacy of two dose levels of D-MNA compared to a placebo control. The participants will be randomized 1:1:1 to one of three groups: a placebo-controlled group receiving P-MNA, a low-dose group receiving 100μg of D-MNA, and a high-dose group receiving 200μg of D-MNA.

The high-dose, 200μg D-MNA, proposed in the study is the maximum dose that was used in the Company’s Phase 1 safety and tolerability study (SKNJCT-001) completed in March 2021.

The Company also has the SKNJCT-003 Phase 2 clinical study currently underway in nine (9) clinical sites across United States which commenced randomizing patients in August 2024. In March 2025, the Company also announced a positively trending interim analysis for SKNJCT-003 demonstrating more than 60% clinical clearance. The interim analysis was conducted after more than 50% of the then-targeted 60 patients in the study were randomized. The findings of the interim analysis are preliminary and may or may not correlate with the findings of the study once completed. In April 2025, the investigational review board increased the number of participants in SKNJCT-003 to ninety (90) subjects and is expanding clinical trial sites in Europe. In August 2025, the Company announced that SKNJCT-003 has now randomized more than seventy five percent (75%) of the ninety (90) participants expected to be randomized in the study.

In August 2025, the Company announced its entry into a non-binding memorandum of understanding (the “MoU”) with Helix Nanotechnologies, Inc. (“HelixNano”), a Boston Based biotech company focused on developing a proprietary advanced mRNA platform, in respect of their shared mutual interest in the development or commercial arrangement contemplated by the MoU. The MoU is non-binding and shall not be construed to obligate either party to proceed with a joint venture or any further development or commercial arrangement, unless and until definitive agreements are executed.

In August 2025, the Company completed the acquisition of Antev Limited (“Antev”), a UK-based late clinical stage biotech company, developing Teverelix, a next generation GnRH antagonist, as a first in market product for cardiovascular high-risk advanced prostate cancer patients and patients with first acute urinary retention relapse (AURr) episodes due to enlarged prostate.

For further information contact:

Carolyn Bonner, President
(610) 636-0184
cbonner@medicuspharma.com

Anna Baran-Djokovic, SVP Investor Relations
(305) 615-9162
adjokovic@medicspharma.com

About Medicus Pharma Ltd.

Medicus Pharma Ltd. (Nasdaq:MDCX) is a biotech/life sciences company focused on accelerating the clinical development programs of novel and disruptive therapeutics assets. The Company is actively engaged in multiple countries, spread over three continents.

SkinJect Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Medicus Pharma Ltd., is a development stage, life sciences company focused on commercializing novel, non-invasive treatment for basal cell skin cancer using a patented dissolvable microneedle patch to deliver a chemotherapeutic agent to eradicate tumors cells. The Company completed a phase 1 safety & tolerability study (SKNJCT-001) in March of 2021, which met its primary objective of safety and tolerability; the study also describes the efficacy of the investigational product D-MNA, with six (6) participants experiencing complete response on histological examination of the resected lesion. The Company is currently conducting a randomized, controlled, double-blind, multicenter clinical study (SKNJCT-003) in the United States and Europe. The Company has also commenced a randomized, controlled, double-blind, multicenter clinical study (SKNJCT-004) in the United Arab Emirates.

In August 2025, the Company announced its entry into a non-binding memorandum of understanding (the “MoU”) with Helix Nanotechnologies, Inc. (“HelixNano”), a Boston Based biotech company focused on developing a proprietary advanced mRNA platform, in respect of their shared mutual interest in the development or commercial arrangement contemplated by the MoU. The MoU is non-binding and shall not be construed to obligate either party to proceed with a joint venture or any further development or commercial arrangement, unless and until definitive agreements are executed.

In August 2025, the Company completed the acquisition of Antev, a UK-based late clinical stage biotech company, developing Teverelix, a next generation GnRH antagonist, as a first in market product for cardiovascular high-risk advanced prostate cancer patients and patients with first acute urinary retention relapse (AURr) episodes due to enlarged prostate.

Antev’s flagship drug candidate is Teverelix trifluoroacetate (Teverelix TFA), a long-acting gonadotrophin-releasing hormone (GnRH) antagonist. Unlike GnRH agonists, which can cause an initial surge in testosterone levels, Teverelix directly suppresses sex hormone production without this surge, potentially reducing cardiovascular risks. This mechanism is particularly beneficial for patients with existing cardiovascular conditions. Teverelix is formulated as a microcrystalline suspension, allowing for sustained release and a six-week dosing interval, which may improve patient compliance and outcomes.

In September 2020, Antev completed a Phase 1 clinical trial in which Teverelix was shown to be well tolerated with no dose-limiting toxicities and demonstrated rapid testosterone suppression. The study included 48 healthy male volunteers. In February 2023, Antev also completed a Phase 2a study in fifty (50) patients with advanced prostate cancer (APC), where Teverelix achieved the primary endpoint of greater than 90% probability of castration levels of testosterone suppression (97.5%) but the secondary endpoint of maintaining this rate above 90% was not met with the probability dropping to 82.5% by Day 42.

In January 2023, the FDA, reviewed the Phase 1 and Phase 2a data and provided written guidance on Antev’s proposed Phase 3 trial design for Teverelix. This milestone supports the Company’s clinical plans to develop Teverelix as a treatment for advanced prostate cancer patients with increased cardiovascular risk.

In December 2023, FDA approved the Phase 2b study design in advanced prostate cancer covering 40 patients.

In November 2024, FDA approved the Phase 2b study design in acute urinary retention covering 390 patients.

Cautionary Notice on Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information in this news release constitutes “forward-looking information” under applicable securities laws. “Forward-looking information” is defined as disclosure regarding possible events, conditions or financial performance that is based on assumptions about future economic conditions and courses of action and includes, without limitation, statements regarding the potential benefits of the Antev transaction, plans and expectations concerning, and future outcomes relating to, the development, advancement and commercialization of Teverelix for AURr and high CV risk prostate cancer, and the potential market opportunities related thereto, the MOU, including the potential signing of definitive agreements between Medicus and HelixNano and the development of thermostable infectious diseases vaccines by combining HelixNano’s proprietary mRNA vaccine platform with Medicus’s proprietary microneedle array (MNA) delivery platform, the Company’s aim to fast-track the clinical development program and convert the SKNJCT-003 exploratory clinical trial into a pivotal clinical trial, and approval from the FDA and the timing thereof, plans and expectations concerning, and future outcomes relating to, the development, advancement and commercialization of SkinJect through SKNJCT-003 and SKNJCT-004, and the potential market opportunities related thereto, the commencement of the SKNJCT-004 study and the potential results of and benefits of such study. Forward-looking statements are often but not always, identified by the use of such terms as “may”, “on track”, “aim”, “might”, “will”, “will likely result”, “could,” “designed,” “would”, “should”, “estimate”, “plan”, “project”, “forecast”, “intend”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “seek”, “continue”, “target”, “potential” or the negative and/or inverse of such terms or other similar expressions. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements, including those risk factors described in the Company’s annual report on form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 (the “Annual Report”), and in the Company’s other public filings on EDGAR and SEDAR+, which may impact, among other things, the trading price and liquidity of the Company’s common shares. . Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement and reflect our expectations as of the date hereof and thus are subject to change thereafter. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. Readers are further cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements as there can be no assurance that the plans, intentions or expectations upon which they are placed will occur. Such information, although considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect and actual results may differ materially from those anticipated.

SOURCE: Medicus Pharma Ltd

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA / ACCESS Newswire / September 8, 2025 / Arrive AI (Nasdaq:ARAI) today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase program of up to $10 million of the Company’s common stock from now through March 31, 2026.

The authorization reflects the Board’s view that the current share price represents an attractive investment relative to Arrive AI’s long-term opportunities. Repurchases may be made from time to time in the open market, through privately negotiated transactions, or under Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, in each case in accordance with Rule 10b-18 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and subject to market conditions and other factors, including customary blackout periods. The program may be modified, suspended, or terminated at any time at the Company’s discretion. The timing and actual number of shares repurchased, if any, will depend on a variety of factors, including price, liquidity, and alternative uses of capital.

Dan O’Toole, Founder and CEO of Arrive AI, said:
“We believe ARAI is materially undervalued given our momentum and the scale of the opportunity in autonomous, secure delivery. This authorization gives us the flexibility to be opportunistic when conditions are favorable, while we continue executing and building long-term shareholder value at the last inch of the last-mile.”

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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 Arrive Points™, 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 via the company’s press kit.

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Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the Company’s share repurchase program, strategic priorities, and prospects. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. Factors that could cause such differences include, among others, market conditions, the trading price and liquidity of the Company’s common stock, the Company’s financial performance, available capital, alternative uses of capital, and other risks described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, except as required by law. There is no assurance as to the timing, number, or value of shares to be repurchased under the program, if any, and the program may be modified, suspended, or discontinued at any time.

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Media & Investor Contact
Kylie Conway
Arrive AI
investorrelations@arriveai.com | 463-270-0092

SOURCE: Arrive AI Inc.

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