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Current FX rates indicate that the LTM August 2025 Revenue would be approximately $58M with $6M in EBITDA

Sportstech announced May to August 2025 revenue growth of 20% YOY

TRNR Investment in Sportstech working capital is accelerating growth for the pending acquisition, with full-year 2025 Revenue growth expected to exceed 30%

Strong Business Momentum and Profitable Growth Reinforces Underscore Target’s Operational Strength and Logic of Acquisition in advance of Closing

AUSTIN, TEXAS / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / Interactive Strength Inc. (Nasdaq:TRNR) (“TRNR” or the “Company”), maker of innovative specialty fitness equipment under the Wattbike, CLMBR and FORME brands, today provided an update to its shareholders about the recently released results of Sportstech Brands Holding GmbH (“Sportsech”), its pending acquisition target.

Earlier today, Sportstech announced 45% YOY revenue growth for August 2025, as well as last twelve month (“LTM”) performance through August 2025, equaling approximately $58M in revenue and $6M in positive EBITDA at current FX rates (reported in local currency as €50M in LTM Revenue and €5M in LTM EBITDA).

Sportstech noted that this acceleration in its revenue growth is directly driven by increased inventory availability as a result of the partnership with TRNR and its financial investments to date.

Sportstech shared that it expects that revenue growth for the full year of 2025, relative to full-year 2024, will exceed 30%, with a further acceleration in growth expected in the fourth quarter.

Ali Ahmad, Founder and CEO of Sportstech, said in the press release that “the accelerating growth and achievement of our financial targets is gratifying for our team and is tangible proof of our strategy. This success reinforces our commitment to join the TRNR group because we have already accomplished so much in a short period of time and our shared ambitions are much larger. The next couple months after the transaction formally closes are expected to be very exciting.”

Trent Ward, Co-Founder and CEO of TRNR, commented that “We are impressed with how quickly Sportstech has accelerated their growth with the working capital that TRNR has invested in advance of closing the transaction. We are all working hard to accomplish all the steps required to close this transformational acquisition and look forward to sharing more about the deal and the exciting initiatives that are ahead for Sportstech.”

For more commentary, information and details on the rationale for and structure of the expected acquisition, please see TRNR’s investor presentation on the Company’s investor website as well as its required filings with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

TRNR Investor Contact

ir@interactivestrength.com

About Interactive Strength Inc.:

Interactive Strength Inc. (NASDAQ:TRNR) has established a leading portfolio of premium fitness brands – Wattbike, CLMBR, and FORME – that combine advanced hardware, smart technology, and immersive content to deliver exceptional training experiences for both commercial and home use.

Wattbike offers a range of high-performance indoor bikes that set the global standard in cycling. Known for unmatched accuracy, realistic ride feel, and advanced performance tracking, Wattbike is trusted by elite athletes, national teams, and fitness enthusiasts around the world.

CLMBR redefines the next-generation vertical climbing experience through its patented open-frame design and immersive touchscreen, delivering a high-intensity, low-impact workout that’s both efficient and effective.

FORME delivers strength, mobility, and recovery training through immersive content, performance-grade hardware, and expert coaching. Its wall-mounted systems include the Studio, a smart fitness mirror for guided programming and live 1:1 personal training, and the Lift, which adds smart resistance cable training-ideal for high-performance environments and sport-specific development.

From elite performance to everyday wellness, our ecosystem of performance-focused solutions delivers data-driven outcomes for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and commercial operators.

Forward Looking Statements:

This press release includes certain statements that are “forward-looking statements” for purposes of the safe harbor provisions under the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements do not relate strictly to historical or current facts and reflect management’s assumptions, views, plans, objectives and projections about the future. Forward-looking statements generally are accompanied by words such as “believe”, “project”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “estimate”, “intend”, “strategy”, “future”, “opportunity”, “plan”, “may”, “should”, “will”, “would”, “will be”, “will continue”, “will likely result” or similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the possibility of completing the acquisition of Sportstech in a timely manner or at all, the financial performance of the acquisition target, including the reported financials of Sportstech that have not been audited or reviewed by a PCAOB auditor and could vary materially once that audit or review work is completed and such financials are included in the Company’s reported financials, as well as the effect of the exchange rates of foreign currencies which can be volatile, in addition to any statements regarding the future performance or initiatives of Sportstech. The reader is cautioned not to rely on these forward-looking statements. These statements are based on current expectations of future events. If underlying assumptions prove inaccurate or known or unknown risks or uncertainties materialize, actual results could vary materially from the expectations and projections of the Company. Risks and uncertainties include but are not limited to: demand for our products and for Sportstech’s products if the acquisition is completed (collectively, the “Products”); competition, including technological advances made by and new products released by our and Sportstech’s competitors; our ability to accurately forecast consumer demand for our Products and adequately maintain inventory of our Products; and our reliance on a limited number of suppliers and distributors for our Products. A further list and descriptions of these risks, uncertainties and other factors can be found in filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. To the extent permitted under applicable law, the Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

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SOURCE: Interactive Strength Inc.

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / New to The Street, one of the longest-running sponsored and syndicated television brands for public companies, today announced it has signed a one-year media partnership with CISO Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:CISO), a leading provider of managed cybersecurity and compliance services.

Under this partnership, CISO will be featured prominently across New to The Street’s national broadcast, digital, and outdoor platforms. The program will deliver a consistent flow of high-quality investor communications and brand storytelling designed to amplify CISO’s market position.

Partnership Deliverables

Long-Form Broadcast Interviews: Minimum of one monthly interview filmed at the Nasdaq MarketSite or NYSE, with additional interviews scheduled for material news. These segments will be distributed nationwide as sponsored programming on Bloomberg Television and FOX Business.

National Television Commercials: 50 prime-market commercials annually, plus 30 nationally distributed 30-second spots per month across Bloomberg and FOX Business.

NewsOut Amplification: Every CISO press release amplified through the NewsOut platform, ensuring targeted reach, broader awareness, and measurable impact.

Social Media & Digital Campaigns: Daily posts across LinkedIn, X (Twitter), Facebook, and Instagram, with monthly analytics reports. Broadcast interviews will also be syndicated to New to The Street’s rapidly growing 3.3M+ subscriber YouTube channel.

PR Amplification – Media Integration: NTTS PR placement alongside every CISO announcement, with additional awareness campaigns across Stocktwits, Seeking Alpha, and other investor forums.

Investor Engagement: Inclusion in NTTS-hosted investor events and conferences, including the October 22, 2025 investor conference, complete with full video recording and global distribution.

Leadership Commentary

Vince Caruso, Co- Founder and CEO of New to The Street, commented: “CISO Global is solving one of the most urgent challenges in the corporate world-cybersecurity. We are thrilled to deliver a one-year comprehensive media campaign that ensures their story is heard by millions of viewers and investors across Bloomberg, FOX Business, YouTube, social media, and outdoor platforms.”

David Jemmett, CEO of CISO Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: CISO), added: “We’ve reached an inflection point, driven by the rapid growth of our software business. Partnering with New to The Street gives us a high-impact platform to showcase our momentum and strategy, ensuring investors have clear visibility into the value we are creating. As we scale, this communication will play a critical role in strengthening investor confidence and reinforcing the long-term opportunity ahead.”

About CISO Global

CISO Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: CISO), headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, is an industry leader in AI-powered cybersecurity software, managed cybersecurity, and compliance that delivers comprehensive solutions designed to protect organizations from the latest cyber threats. The company protects the most demanding businesses and government organizations against continuing and emerging security threats and ensures their compliance obligations are being met. For more information about the company, visit ciso.inc; see the following link to join the investor relations email alerts.

Media /Communications; Monica Brennan Monica@NewtoTheStreet.com

SOURCE: New To The Street

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ORLANDO, FL / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / Unusual Machines, Inc. (NYSE American:UMAC), a leading provider of NDAA-compliant drone components, today announced that on September 3, 2025, it completed its acquisition of Rotor Lab Pty Ltd, an Australian developer of electric motors and propulsion systems for unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The all-stock transaction, originally announced on June 13, 2025, is valued at $7.0 million, including a $3.0 million earnout.

Rotor Lab expands Unusual Machines’ portfolio with high-performance motors used in both commercial and defense applications. The two companies have already co-developed a family of motors – including the 2207, 2807, and 3220 sizes – that will be among the first produced at Unusual Machines’ new motor facility in Orlando, Florida, scheduled to open in September 2025. Rotor Lab’s Canberra site will continue to operate as an engineering hub for motor design and prototyping, complementing U.S. manufacturing operations.

“This acquisition adds valuable engineering expertise, proven prototyping processes, and a second production location for Unusual Machines,” said Allan Evans, Chief Executive Officer of Unusual Machines. “By integrating Rotor Lab’s capabilities with ours, we are accelerating execution and can deliver better motors to our customers faster.”

Andrew Simpson, formerly Chief Executive Officer of Rotor Lab, will serve as Vice President of Motor Production at Unusual Machines and continue to lead Rotor Lab’s operations.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words “believe,” “may,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “should,” “plan,” “could,” “target,” “potential,” “is likely,” “will,” “expect” and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements include: our expectation that we will commence operations in our new Orlando manufacturing facility in September 2025 and that we will be successful in integrating Rotor Lab into our company. The results expected by some or all of these forward-looking statements may not occur. Factors that affect our ability to achieve these results include the continued the availability of a satisfactory labor pool, potential supply chain issues, the impact from tariffs including inflation, and the Risk Factors contained in our Form 10-Q, filed with the SEC on May 8, 2025, Prospectus Supplement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on September 2, 2025 and in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. Any forward-looking statement made by us herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law.

About Unusual Machines

Unusual Machines manufactures and sells drone components and drones across a diversified brand portfolio, which includes Fat Shark, the leader in FPV (first-person view) ultra-low latency video goggles for drone pilots. The Company also retails small, acrobatic FPV drones and equipment directly to consumers through the curated Rotor Riot ecommerce store. With a changing regulatory environment, Unusual Machines seeks to be a dominant Tier-1 parts supplier to the fast-growing multi-billion-dollar U.S. drone industry. According to Fact.MR, the global drone accessories market is currently valued at $17.5 billion and is set to top $115 billion by 2032. For more information, please visit www.unusualmachines.com.

Investor Contact:

CS Investor Relations
investors@unusualmachines.com

Media Contact:

media@unusualmachines.com

SOURCE: Unusual Machines, Inc.

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Targeted parts auction reduces surplus, strengthens balance sheet, and funds recurring revenue growth

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:VMAR) (“Vision Marine” or the “Company”), a company specializing in electric marine propulsion and multi-brand boat retail, is advancing its post-acquisition integration of Nautical Ventures with a strategic auction of discontinued, overstocked and clearance parts inventory in Florida. This initiative streamlines operations, reduces surplus stock, and repurposes facility space to expand service bays and electric integration capacity-reinforcing Vision Marine’s disciplined approach to operational optimization. As part of this optimization, Vision Marine expects to reallocate approximately 5,000 square feet at its Fort Lauderdale waterfront marina to establish an integration center and sales office with direct water access.

The auction will run September 16-18, 2025 and will be conducted with Stampler Auctions (Harry Stampler). The catalog will be listed on Stampler Auctions’ platform at stamplerauctions.com and is expected to return between $1.3 million and $1.8 million, providing a non-dilutive source of capital and further strengthening the Company’s balance sheet.

“Operational optimization is central to how we are deploying the Nautical Ventures platform,” said Alexandre Mongeon, Co-Founder and CEO of Vision Marine. “By auctioning discontinued, overstocked and clearance parts inventory, we strengthen our capital position while freeing valuable facility capacity. This allows us to accelerate service, financing, and electric integration programs-the building blocks that convert a retail network into a scalable revenue engine.”

The redeployment of capital and space aligns with Vision Marine’s objective to expand recurring revenue levers-including financing, extended warranties, service programs, and high-voltage E-Motion™ propulsion installations-supporting margin expansion and long-term value creation.

About Vision Marine Technologies Inc.

Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:VMAR) is a disruptive marine company offering premium boating experiences across both electric and internal combustion segments. Through its E-Motion™ high-voltage technology and Nautical Ventures’ nine-location retail and service network in Florida, Vision Marine unites proprietary engineering with direct-to-consumer sales, after-sales support, and integration services.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Words such as “expect,” “plan,” “intend,” “believe,” “project,” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements include, without limitation, expected auction proceeds, operational efficiencies, and future recurring revenue opportunities. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Vision Marine disclaims any obligation to update or revise these statements except as required by law.

Investor Relations

Bruce Nurse
(303) 919-2913
bn@v-mti.com
investors.visionmarinetechnologies.com

SOURCE: Vision Marine Technologies Inc

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HOUSTON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / Monkey Island LNG today announced that it has selected ConocoPhillips’ (NYSE:COP) Optimized Cascade^® Process liquefaction technology for its planned 26 MTPA natural gas liquefaction and export facility in Cameron Parish, Louisiana.

“After an extensive technology selection study and analysis on multiple technologies, Monkey Island LNG selected the Optimized Cascade^® process based on its operational flexibility, quick restart capabilities, high efficiency, and proven performance above nameplate capacity. The ConocoPhillips Optimized Cascade Process will enable Monkey Island LNG to provide customers with long-term, secure, and competitively priced LNG supply. The decision marks a major milestone in advancing Monkey Island LNG’s mission to deliver TrueCost LNG^™ a radically transparent, cost-efficient model that eliminates hidden fees and aligns incentives across the LNG value chain,” stated Greg Michaels, CEO of Monkey Island LNG.

Darren Meznarich, who leads ConocoPhillips LNG Technology and Licensing, added “ConocoPhillips is pleased to support Monkey Island LNG with our new, mega-module Optimized Cascade template, designed to reduce costs, plot size and overall project risks for our clients.”

The 246-acre project site, located on Monkey Island in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, is strategically positioned with access to both deepwater shipping channels and abundant U.S. natural gas supply. With the integration of Optimized Cascade^® technology, MILNG is reinforcing its commitment to provide customers and investors with a highly reliable and efficient LNG solution.

For more information, visit monkeyislandlng.com.

About Monkey Island LNG

Monkey Island LNG (“MILNG”) is a private company addressing the global energy crisis and growing demand for LNG through the development of critically needed U.S. natural gas infrastructure. Its flagship project, located on Monkey Island in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, sits just 2 miles inland from the Gulf of Mexico near abundant gas supply and features a proven and stable liquefaction technology of COP, an innovative commercial structure, and a low-cost construction plan leveraging an industry-proven EPC contractor. For more information, go to www.monkeyislandlng.com.

About ConocoPhillips

As a leading global exploration and production company, ConocoPhillips is uniquely equipped to deliver reliable, responsibly produced oil and gas. Our deep, durable and diverse portfolio is built to meet growing global energy demands. Together with our high-performing operations and continuously advancing technology, we are well positioned to deliver strong, consistent financial results, now and for decades to come. Visit us at www.conocophillips.com.

Optimized Cascade^® is a registered trademark of ConocoPhillips Company in the United States and certain other countries.

Press Contacts

For Monkey Island LNG:
Greg Michaels, CEO, Monkey Island LNG
Greg.m@mkyisland.com
949-636-5900

For ConocoPhillips:
Dennis Nuss, Media Relations
dennis.nuss@conocophillips.com
281-293-1149

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SOURCE: Monkey Island LNG

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Company employees focus on delivering new innovations and technology with a deep commitment to consumer safety, education and fraud prevention

MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / Athena Bitcoin, a leading operator of bitcoin kiosks in 34 U.S. states, Puerto Rico and 3 countries in Central and South America, emphasizes its robust compliance and consumer protection measures to deliver a safe and positive kiosk experience during Customer Appreciation Month.

“Every day, Athena takes its responsibility to safeguard kiosk users very seriously, especially seniors, who have been the targets of fraudulent financial schemes,” said Matias Goldenhörn, Chief Executive Officer, Athena Bitcoin. “As we celebrate Customer Appreciation Month, we work to ensure that our kiosks and processes meet the highest security standards, and to educate consumers on the important role they have in protecting themselves from known and new risks.”

Athena Bitcoin kiosks function as on-the-spot exchanges, enabling the conversion of cash into bitcoin. Unlike banks, Athena does not take possession of customers’ bitcoin and does not hold customer balances or provide online accounts. In each case, customers retain full control of their assets in their own wallets before, during and after every transaction.

“On behalf of our company and employees, we extend our gratitude and appreciation to our long-time customers, many of whom rely on our kiosks to safely execute on-the-spot exchanges of cash into bitcoin,” said Matias Goldenhörn, Chief Executive Officer, Athena Bitcoin. “Since our founding we’ve been honored to serve approximately one million customers in alignment with our mission to provide secure and user-friendly access to cryptocurrency and enable financial empowerment for everyone.”

To support safe consumer use of kiosks,Athena’s employees bring a strong focus on the customer experience by delivering new innovations and technology with a deep commitment to preventing fraud through comprehensive safety and security measures that include:

• Transparent instructions and pricing information.

• Consumer protection notices and prominent warnings that align with state laws advising users never to send bitcoin on the instruction of someone they’ve met online or an unsolicited caller.

• Daily transaction limits and velocity controls to detect unusual patterns that could indicate coercion or theft.

• Kiosk site selection in well-managed and brightly lit public locations.

• Consumer education on athenabitcoin.com and in our mobile app on the latest fraud schemes.

• Frequent cybersecurity software updates to address new and emerging security issues.

Beyond warnings and education, Athena employs a series of five attestation screens that appear during every transaction and require users to acknowledge critical information at multiple stages, such as confirming that the wallet belongs to them, recognizing common scam red flags, and verifying they are not acting under external pressure.

“These attestations are one of the most effective safeguards in preventing coerced transactions, ensuring that customers remain in control and fully informed before committing to an irreversible decision,” said Goldenhörn.

Athena Bitcoin also works closely with leading industry organizations and U.S. lawmakers to strengthen fraud prevention efforts.

• Membership to the Republican Attorney General Association (RAGA) and supports its mission of a stable and predictable legal, business, and regulatory climate.

• Adherence to bitcoin kiosk safety guidelines from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).

• Participation in the Crypto Banking & Compliance (CBC) Summit by Athena’s Chief Compliance Officer, Sam Nazzaro, formerly of the Department of Justice.

• Engagement with the Florida International Bankers Association (FIBA) to combat financial fraud.

About Athena Bitcoin Global

Athena Bitcoin Global operates an international network of Athena Bitcoin kiosks, which are free standing kiosks that permit customers to buy or sell Bitcoin in exchange for fiat currencies. The Company places its machines in convenience stores, shopping centers and other easily accessible locations in thirty-four US states, Puerto Rico, and in three countries in Central and South America. Athena Bitcoin Global’s comprehensive fintech platform enables POS merchant payments powered by Athena Pay and the Company provides safe, reliable and personalized trading services through its Athena Plus services. To learn more visit www.athenabitcoin.com or follow Athena Bitcoin Global on Twitter and LinkedIn.

Statements in this press release about future expectations, plans, and prospects, as well as any other statements regarding matters that are not historical facts, may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to the expected trading commencement and closing dates. The words “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by forward-looking statements as a result of various factors, including: the uncertainties related to market conditions and the completion of the public offering on the anticipated terms or at all, and other factors discussed in the “Risk Factors” section of the preliminary prospectus filed with the SEC. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date hereof, and Athena Bitcoin Global specifically disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Contact: Elizabeth Castro, Alpha Advisory Group for Athena Bitcoin, ABIT@alpha-ir.com

SOURCE: Athena Bitcoin Global

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / Governments, companies, and NGOs have long sought ways to make plastic recycling work at scale. Policymakers set bold targets, global brands committed billions, and environmental advocates pressed for accountability. The intent was never in question. What failed was the system. Recycling frameworks were designed too narrowly, focusing on a sliver of plastics like PET and rPET food-grade packaging while leaving out industrial polymers, automotive resins, textiles, and electronics. The result was a loop that could never fully close, even with the best of intentions.

That broken design is exactly what Singapore is now setting out to fix. In collaboration with SMX (NASDAQ:SMX) and its national research powerhouse ASTAR, the nation is building the world’s first country-backed plastic passport program. This is not another set of pledges or pilot projects. It is part of a national infrastructure that, with SMX’s technology, permanently marks plastics at the molecular level and verifies their lifecycle from manufacturing to recycling. More directly said, SMX turns materials into data: its molecular markers give every item a scannable, tamper-resistant digital identity that follows goods from origin through use, reuse, and chemical transformation, proving recycled content, authenticity, and chain of custody in real time.

The result is enforceable compliance, protection against counterfeiting, and true material efficiency that converts sustainability from promise to measurable value. By doing so, Singapore is proving that intent can finally be matched with proof, at a moment when the need could not be more urgent.

Singapore generates about 957,000 tonnes of plastic waste annually. Today, 94% of waste is incinerated, and only 6% is recycled. That imbalance is not only environmental, it is economic. Redirecting just one-third of that waste stream into an SMX-verified recycling loop would avoid S$27 million in incineration fees while creating S$75 million in certified post-consumer resin value. Combined, that is a compliance dividend worth more than S$100 million per year. It proves that sustainability programs, when designed correctly, pay for themselves.

A Blueprint For Impact, Not Headlines

Rolling out for impact, Phase 1 will cover more than 5,000 tonnes of post-consumer rigid and flexible plastics. Semi-industrial deployment begins in Q1 2026, followed by a full commercial showcase in Q2 2027. The timing is deliberate, aligning with Singapore’s tightening extended producer responsibility mandates and giving brands and producers a ready-made compliance pathway. Once fully scaled, the system will support tagging and tracing capacity of more than 5,000 tonnes annually, supported by a coalition of global and regional brands, retailers, resin producers, converters, and recyclers. What was once a fragmented patchwork is becoming a unified and auditable national system.

The breakthrough does not stop with tracking. Every kilogram of SMX-verified recycled plastic can also be paired with a Plastic Cycle Token, or PCT. This instrument is backed one-to-one by the molecular marker and its verified audit trail, transforming recycled output into a transparent and tradeable asset. Unlike traditional carbon credits, which have struggled with opacity and credibility, the PCT is built to be measurable, auditable, and economically useful. It allows recyclers to monetize verified output, brands to hedge compliance risks, and investors to treat recycling as a new class of commodity.

For SMX itself, this marks a massive inflection point. Years of R&D and smaller-scale pilots have now converged into the world’s first national deployment, positioning SMX at the center of a program that blends technology, policy, and economic impact. What was once a forward-looking promise is now a real-world proving ground, and that shift has the potential to open doors far beyond Singapore. Stakeholders will see this not just as validation of SMX’s model, but as the start of a regional blueprint ready to be replicated.

SMX Plastics Passport Serves Surging Global Interests

And it can serve a significant amount of existing demand. FMCG companies, electronics suppliers, and automotive manufacturers across Asia are writing minimum post-consumer resin thresholds into procurement scorecards. Verified PCR already commands a 5% to 15% premium over virgin polymer in regulated sectors, and that premium is expected to widen as EPR schemes spread across Asia. With compliance costs rising and reputational risks looming, companies no longer see traceability as optional. They see it as insurance against shocks and a lever for growth.

While Singapore’s national program is historic on its own, the regional implications are even greater. Replicated across ASEAN, the SMX-ASTAR model unlocks an addressable market worth about S$4.2 billion annually in certified recycled materials and platform fees. It demonstrates how supply chain circularity, once viewed as a compliance burden, can instead drive competitiveness and economic resilience. When waste becomes a bankable commodity, sustainability shifts from aspiration to execution.

SMX’s Inflection Point On The World Stage

The most important lesson is that this progress builds on intent. The effort to fix plastics was never undermined by a lack of ambition or funding. It was undermined by a system that was too narrow in scope to succeed. By correcting that flaw and creating a model that captures the full spectrum of plastics, Singapore, SMX, and ASTAR will be able to tangibly prove that pledges became reality.

This moment does not just showcase Singapore’s leadership. It defines SMX’s turning point. The company is no longer talking about pilots or potential; it is operating at a national scale, with government backing, and with a technology that transforms waste into verifiable value.

That transition puts SMX in rare territory, as both a technology enabler and a market architect. For the market, it signals the kind of structural shift that redefines a company’s trajectory, from proving capability to owning a category. Singapore may be the first chapter, but it is only the beginning of where SMX can take this model.

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

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

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• 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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VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / CoTec Holdings Corp. (TSXV:CTH)(OTCQB:CTHCF) (“CoTec” or the “Company”) is pleased to note today’s press release by HyProMag USA, LLC (“HyProMag USA”), its U.S.-based joint venture rare earth permanent magnet recycling and manufacturing company.

HyProMag USA announced the commissioning of a Concept Study to evaluate the expansion of its operations into Nevada and South Carolina in collaboration with Intelligent Lifecycle Solutions, LLC (“ILS”)^[i]. The Concept Study will be completed by PegasusTSI Inc. and BBA USA Inc. and will define design and capital requirements for additional Hydrogen Processing of Magnet Scrap (“HPMS”)^[ii] capacity and up to four new magnet production lines. The expansions are planned to complement the phased build-out of the first Texas Hub to optimize HyProMag USA’s hub-and-spoke configuration in the United States.^[iii]

Julian Treger, CEO of CoTec, commented: “We are very excited to begin formally expanding and optimizing the footprint of HyProMag USA to Nevada and South Carolina collaborating with our partner, ILS. HyProMag USA’s NPV for the Texas hub is circa $600 million based on recent expansion plans, and the economics of expanding the hubs are linear which provides a potential 3x increase in company value with additional hubs.

Furthermore, given the recent strong increase in the price of rare earths and their associated magnets, the valuation of the Company continues to strengthen as detailed engineering, supply of feedstock and offtake discussions continue at pace. With the recent significant steps by the U.S. Government to support domestic supply and reshoring of rare earth magnet production, HyProMag USA is well positioned to support U.S. demand growth with commercial operations targeted in H1 2027. HyProMag USA continues to develop strategic partnership discussions with all stakeholders to accelerate financing, commissioning and product verification timelines.”

For further information, please refer to HyProMag USA’s press release, available at: www.hypromagusa.com

About HyProMag USA
HyProMag USA LLC is owned 50:50 by CoTec Holdings Corp. (TSXV:CTH)(OTCQB:CTHCF) (“CoTec”) and HyProMag Limited. HyProMag Limited is 100 per cent owned by Maginito Limited which is owned on a 79.4/20.6 per cent basis by Mkango Resources Ltd. (AIM/TSX-V:MKA) and CoTec.

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 Company’s interest in and the proposed expansion of HyProMag USA and management’s expectations with respect to its current and potential future investments, including HyProMag USA, 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.sedarplus.ca. 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.

^[i] https://www.cotec.ca/news/hypromag-usa-enters-into-agreement-with-global-electronics-recycler-intelligent-lifecycle-solutions-for-feedstock-supply-and-pre-processing-site-share-in-south-carolina-and-nevada

SOURCE: CoTec Holdings Corp.

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / Since 2011, Survivor Weekend has been welcoming college students from across the globe for three days of music, camping and competition. Students representing notable universities across the Southwest join teams called “tribes” based on their campus location and major, gathering in Northern Arizona for the event.

Survivor Weekend was designed specifically as a way for college students, particularly freshmen, to have fun and make friends fast at the beginning of the school year. It’s hosted annually by Campus Changer Network and Hope Church Movement. Pastor Brian and Wendy Smith are the founders of both Survivor Weekend and Hope Church Movement. Although the event is sponsored by a Christian church, it is not religious in nature. The hosts believe the biggest need college students have is to belong -that’s why they welcome students from all backgrounds and beliefs.

“Coming to college can feel like being swept up in a rapid river, pulled along by what everyone else is doing,” said Pastor Brian Smith. “Students are anxious to connect and make friends. This weekend isn’t just about camping and competition-it’s about giving them a place to belong, a tribe that has their back as they navigate college.”

There’s no question that today’s college students are searching for something bigger than themselves to belong to. Research from MIT shows that “belonging uncertainty” is most pronounced during times of transition, like entering college. This refers to the uncertainty students might feel about whether they fit in or belong in a new social or academic situation. Belonging uncertainty can affect how students interpret daily challenges, sometimes leading them to see negative experiences as evidence that they don’t belong. This can result in disengagement and poorer academic outcomes. On the other hand, students who feel a sense of belonging are more likely to succeed academically and persist in their courses, majors, and college overall.

Over the past 15 years, Survivor Weekend has been doing its part in cultivating that sense of community that they long for.

“Before, in college, I was going into the battle alone. It was just me and I was isolated. I’ve got my tribe behind me now,” one student from the University of Arizona said. “Now it’s going to be awesome because I’m not going into the battle alone. I got my whole tribe backing me up.”

This early sense of community is crucial. In fact, the relationships students form within their first weeks of college often shape their trajectory for the next four years and beyond. Studies show that first-year students who feel a sense of belonging report higher levels of academic engagement and better psychological adjustment, making these initial connections particularly important. Survivor Weekend gives students a fun way to form these meaningful friendships quickly.

“Survivor Weekend is exactly the kind of event I wish I had when I was in college,” Wendy Smith said. “It’s a chance to meet people who can really get to know you and go beyond superficial connections.”

The first ever Survivor Weekend was in 2011, reaching students at Arizona State University in Tempe, Ariz. with less than 200 participants. Now, the event aims to host over 2,000 students from five cities and 24 college campuses across Arizona, Nevada and Texas. Survivor Weekend has been held at Camp Raymond, a 160 acre Boy Scouts campsite in Parks, Ariz. since 2022. Pastor Brian hopes to continue expanding Survivor Weekend’s reach to include 10 cities by the year 2030.

“Looking back over the last 15 years, it’s amazing to see how the event has grown,” Pastor Brian said. “It started small, but it captured the hearts and minds of students and has kept growing ever since. My hope is that every college student, here and beyond, can find a tribe or community that has their back-a support system that helps them thrive, whether that’s through Survivor Weekend expanding to more campuses or other organizations creating similar experiences for their students.”

Pastor Brian explores this vision further in his book, Winning the Battle to Belong, where he shares how collegiate churches and ministries can create their own impact events that help students develop a sense of belonging.

Survivor Weekend is constantly evolving to maintain world-class value that keeps students coming back every year. From the opening ceremony DJ set to the muddy coliseum showdown, there is something for everyone to enjoy over the weekend. Survivor Weekend also prides itself on being a completely dry event, emphasizing no drugs, no alcohol and no regrets.

If you would like to know more about or join us for Survivor Weekend, visit survivorwknd.com.

How to Get Involved
Survivor Weekend will take place September 5-7, 2025.

Want to join your tribe? Sign up at survivorwknd.com/register.

Not a college student but still want in on the action? Volunteer as a “Survivalist” – referee games, serve food, give directions, and help make sure competitors have an amazing experience. See details at survivorwknd.com/volunteer.

About Hope Church Movement

Hope Church Movement is a collegiate-focused church planting movement reaching 24 college campuses in Arizona, Nevada and Texas. Survivor Weekend is the premier annual event hosted by Hope Church Movement and the Campus Changer Network that occurs at the beginning of the fall semester as a means for students to find belonging and make friends fast, regardless of one’s spiritual beliefs.

Contact Information

Ricky Ruedaflores
Media Contact
ricky@hopechurchmovement.com

SOURCE: Hope Church Movement

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Last four months (May to August 2025) Revenue Up 20% YOY; LTM Revenue Reaches €50M with More than €5M in LTM EBITDA

Company Momentum Builds as TRNR Investment in Working Capital Drives Accelerating Growth; Now Expected to Exceed 30% for full-year 2025

BERLIN, DE / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / Sportstech Brands Holding GmbH (“Sportstech” or the “Company”), a leading provider of connected fitness equipment and digital content in Europe, today provided an update on its accelerating revenue growth and business momentum due to the investments by its pending acquirer, Interactive Strength Inc. (Nasdaq: TRNR).

Sportstech reported that August revenue was 45% higher than the same period last year and that revenue was up 20% year-over-year for the four months from May to August 2025, since the Company last announced its April 2025 results. On a 2025 year-to-date basis through August, revenue growth has accelerated to 13% from 8% for the year-to-date April period. This acceleration is directly driven by increased inventory availability as a result of the partnership with TRNR and its financial investments to date.

Sportstech continues to innovate and introduce new products to its consumers and it has had more inventory of its best-sellers available, which has led to the accelerating growth. Given the existing performance and the planned new product releases driving even greater growth in the fourth quarter, Sportstech expects that its revenue growth for the full year of 2025 will exceed 30%. For the last twelve months (LTM), Sportstech has achieved approximately €50 million in revenue and more than €5 million in EBITDA.

“The accelerating growth and achievement of our financial targets is gratifying for our team and is tangible proof of our strategy,” said Ali Ahmad, Founder and CEO of Sportstech. “This success reinforces our commitment to join the TRNR group because we have already accomplished so much in a short period of time and our shared ambitions are much larger. The next couple months after the transaction formally closes are expected to be very exciting.”

The pending acquisition by TRNR is expected to close as soon as all approvals are received, and the partnership will combine Sportstech’s strong European presence with TRNR’s premium connected fitness brands, Wattbike, CLMBR and FORME, creating a more diverse and scalable international platform in the digital fitness and equipment category.

About Sportstech Brands Holding GmbH:

Sportstech is Germany’s leading connected fitness brand, offering a unique ecosystem of smart fitness equipment, interactive digital content, and gamified training experiences. Headquartered in Berlin, the company serves over three million customers across the DACH region, France, and Spain – combining German engineering with a fast-moving, tech-driven approach to home fitness.

Founded in 2012 by CEO Ali Ahmad, Sportstech was born out of a deeply personal mission to redefine the way people engage with fitness. What began as a transformation story became one of Europe’s most dynamic direct-to-consumer fitness brands – driven by innovation, design, and a clear focus on long-term motivation.

With a portfolio of display-equipped devices, proprietary apps, and exclusive content such as fitness games and AI-based training assistants, Sportstech empowers individuals to train smarter, stay consistent, and enjoy every step of their fitness journey.

Contact: John Franklin
John@sintercompany.com

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SOURCE: Sportstech

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