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TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Triple Flag Precious Metals Corp. (with its subsidiaries, “Triple Flag” or the “Company”) (TSX: TFPM, NYSE: TFPM) announced record quarterly revenue of US$118.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2025 from quarterly metal sales of 28,757 gold equivalent ounces (“GEOs”). For full year 2025, Triple Flag announced record revenue of $388.7 million and record GEOs of 113,237, achieving the top half of GEOs guidance. All dollar amounts are expressed in US dollars, unless otherwise noted.

“I am pleased to announce that Triple Flag achieved the top half of GEOs sales guidance for 2025,” commented Sheldon Vanderkooy, CEO. “Our top-tier assets operated by industry-leading producers performed exceptionally throughout the year, while key growth projects delivered major milestones on the path to production, including Arcata, Koné, Hope Bay, Goldfield, and Arthur. Our business will create further shareholder value from a record gold and silver price environment that is surfacing meaningful optionality from our large and diversified portfolio, as well as a strong external growth pipeline supported by more than a billion dollars of liquidity.”

Preliminary Q4 2025 and Full Year 2025 GEOs Sold and Revenue

GEOs Sold and Revenue by Commodity1

  Q4 2025

  FY2025

  GEOs Sold

  Revenue ($M)

  GEOs Sold

  Revenue ($M)

Gold

  11,780

  48.7

  72,766

  243.0

Silver

  16,977

  70.2

  40,471

  145.7

Total

  28,757

  118.9

  113,237

  388.7

Conference Call Details

Triple Flag will release its Q4 2025 results on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, after market close.

A conference call and live webcast presentation will be held the following day, February 19, starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (6:00 a.m. PT) to discuss these results. The live webcast can be accessed by visiting the Events and Presentations page on the Company’s website at: www.tripleflagpm.com. An archived version of the webcast will be available on the website for one year following the webcast.

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International: +1 (647) 362-9199

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About Triple Flag Precious Metals Corp.

Triple Flag is a precious metals streaming and royalty company. We offer investors exposure to gold and silver from a total of 239 assets, consisting of 16 streams and 223 royalties, primarily from the Americas and Australia. These streams and royalties are tied to mining assets at various stages of the mine life cycle, including 33 producing mines and 206 development and exploration stage projects and other assets. Triple Flag is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange and New York Stock Exchange, under the ticker “TFPM”.

Qualified Person

James Lill, Director, Mining for Triple Flag Precious Metals and a “qualified person” under NI 43-101 has reviewed and approved the written scientific and technical disclosures contained in this press release.

Forward-Looking Information

This news release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws and “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, respectively (collectively referred to herein as “forward-looking information”). Forward-looking information may be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “plans”, “targets”, “expects”, “is expected”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “outlook”, “forecasts”, “projection”, “prospects”, “strategy”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “believes” or variations of such words and phrases or terminology which states that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might”, “will”, “will be taken”, “occur” or “be achieved”. Forward-looking information in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements with respect to the accounting treatments for certain of the Company’s streams, the Company’s preliminary sales and revenue information for the fourth quarter of 2025, the release of its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2025, and the conduct of the conference call to discuss said results. In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, intentions, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances contain forward-looking information. Statements containing forward-looking information are not historical facts but instead represent management’s expectations, estimates and projections regarding possible future events or circumstances.

The forward-looking information included in this news release is based on our opinions, estimates and assumptions in light of our experience and perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other factors that we currently believe are appropriate and reasonable in the circumstances. The forward-looking information contained in this news release is also based upon a number of assumptions, including the ongoing operation of the properties in which we hold a stream or royalty interest by the owners or operators of such properties in a manner consistent with past practice; the accuracy of public statements and disclosures made by the owners or operators of such underlying properties; and the accuracy of publicly disclosed expectations for the development of underlying properties that are not yet in production. These assumptions include, but are not limited to, the following: assumptions in respect of current and future market conditions and the execution of our business strategies; that operations, or ramp-up where applicable, at properties in which we hold a royalty, stream or other interest continue without further interruption through the period; and the absence of any other factors that could cause actions, events or results to differ from those anticipated, estimated, intended or implied. Despite a careful process to prepare and review the forward-looking information, there can be no assurance that the underlying opinions, estimates and assumptions will prove to be correct. Forward-looking information is also subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but are not limited to, those set forth under the caption “Risk and Risk Management” in our management’s discussion and analysis in respect of the fourth quarter and full year of 2024 and the caption “Risk Factors” in our most recently filed annual information form, each of which is available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov. In addition, we note that mineral resources that are not mineral reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability and inferred resources are considered too geologically speculative for the application of economic considerations.

Although we have attempted to identify important risk factors that could cause actual results or future events to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking information, there may be other risk factors not presently known to us or that we presently believe are not material that could also cause actual results or future events to differ materially from those expressed in such forward-looking information. There can be no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information, which speaks only as of the date made. The forward-looking information contained in this news release represents our expectations as of the date of this news release and is subject to change after such date. We disclaim any intention or obligation or undertaking to update or revise any forward-looking information whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. All of the forward-looking information contained in this news release is expressly qualified by the foregoing cautionary statements.

Cautionary Statement to U.S. Investors

Information contained or referenced in this press release or in the documents referenced herein concerning the properties, technical information and operations of Triple Flag has been prepared in accordance with requirements and standards under Canadian securities laws, which differ from the requirements of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) under subpart 1300 of Regulation S-K (“S-K 1300”). Because the Company is eligible for the Multijurisdictional Disclosure System adopted by the SEC and Canadian Securities Administrators, Triple Flag is not required to present disclosure regarding its mineral properties in compliance with S-K 1300. Accordingly, certain information contained in this press release may not be comparable to similar information made public by U.S. companies subject to reporting and disclosure requirements of the SEC.

Technical and Third-Party Information

Triple Flag does not own, develop or mine the underlying properties on which it holds stream or royalty interests. As a royalty or stream holder, Triple Flag has limited, if any, access to properties included in its asset portfolio. As a result, Triple Flag is dependent on the owners or operators of the properties and their qualified persons to provide information to Triple Flag and on publicly available information to prepare disclosure pertaining to properties and operations on the properties on which Triple Flag holds stream, royalty or other similar interests. Triple Flag generally has limited or no ability to independently verify such information. Although Triple Flag does not believe that such information is inaccurate or incomplete in any material respect, there can be no assurance that such third-party information is complete or accurate.

1 Results are unaudited. The Company cautions that, whether or not expressly stated, all fourth quarter figures contained in this press release including, without limitation, sales and associated costs are preliminary, and reflect our expected fourth quarter results as of the date of this press release. Actual reported fourth quarter sales and associated costs are subject to management’s final review and may vary significantly from those expectations because of a number of factors, including, without limitation, additional or revised information, and changes in accounting standards or policies, or in how those standards are applied.

GEOs are calculated on a quarterly basis by dividing all revenue from such interests for the quarter by the average gold price during such quarter. The gold price is determined based on the LBMA PM fix. For periods longer than one quarter, GEOs are summed for each quarter in the period.

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SAN DIEGO, Jan. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Beam Global, (Nasdaq: BEEM), a leading provider of innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions for the electrification of transportation, energy security and smart city infrastructure, announced preliminary fourth quarter revenue for 2025, with the Company’s strongest quarterly performance since the third quarter of 2024.

Fourth quarter 2025 revenue increased over 50% from the prior quarter, a significant improvement and a strong finish to the year. Revenue growth in the quarter was driven by new products, expanded international activity, and increased sales to commercial customers, validating the effectiveness of Beam Global’s strategic initiatives. The Company expects to file audited financial results by March 31, 2026, in accordance with the SEC deadlines.

International sales accounted for approximately half of fourth quarter’s revenue, highlighting the increased opportunities delivered by the Company’s growing global footprint. Non-government commercial revenues were approximately 84% in the quarter, demonstrating continued diversification beyond Beam Global’s historically federal government-focused customer base. Non-EV ARC™ products accounted for approximately 70% of fourth quarter revenue, illustrating that growth is being driven across the Company’s diversified product portfolio rather than a single solution. At the same time, EV ARC™ sales increased in Europe, again validating the Company’s geographic expansion and strategy to introduce its patented product portfolio to the largest automotive market in the world.

“Beam Global is so much more than an American sustainable EV charging infrastructure company. We make energy security products, we make batteries for drones and robots, we are powering crucial AI devices, we are developing secret solutions for the defense industry, our smart cities infrastructure products are expanding, we are opening new markets in the Middle East and Europe where trillions will be spent on products like ours and we continue to develop new products and IP for tomorrow’s crucial industries,” said Desmond Wheatley, CEO of Beam Global. “2025 was a challenging year as the new administration paused the electrification of the federal fleet but Beam Global transitioned from U.S. government generated revenues to a truly global footprint with an expansive product portfolio which provides what businesses, governments and the defense industry need most – reliable, scalable and robust sources of energy delivered by unique and patented products. We grew Q4 revenues by 50% by selling new products into new markets. That’s the blueprint for 2026 and we aim to continue to deliver on it.”

In prior periods U.S. government sales have contributed the majority of Beam Global’s revenues. During 2025, Beam Global introduced new products, expanded international operations, and strengthened its sales and business development teams with a new focus on non-U.S. federal government customers. The fourth quarter results reflect the cumulative impact of these strategies, with increased sales across multiple geographies, customer segments and product solutions.

For more information about Beam Global’s sustainable EV charging solutions, visit www.BeamForAll.com or contact [email protected].

About Beam Global
Beam Global is a clean technology innovator which develops and manufactures sustainable infrastructure products and technologies. We operate at the nexus of clean energy and transportation with a focus on sustainable energy infrastructure, rapidly deployed and scalable EV charging solutions, safe energy storage, energy security and smart city Infrastructure. With operations in the U.S., Europe and the Middle East, Beam Global develops, patents, designs, engineers and manufactures unique and advanced clean technology solutions that power transportation, provide secure sources of electricity, enable Smart City services, save time and money, and protect the environment. Beam Global is headquartered in San Diego, CA with facilities in Broadview, IL, Belgrade and Kraljevo, Serbia and Abu Dhabi, UAE. Beam Global is listed on Nasdaq under the symbol BEEM. For more information visit,

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Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - January 14, 2026) - Happy Belly Food Group Inc. (CSE: HBFG) (OTCQB: HBFGF) ("Happy Belly" or the "Company"), a leading consolidator of emerging restaurant brands, is pleased to announce that its Heal Wellness brand ("Heal") has secured both a franchisee and a real estate location in Shawnessey Village, a high-traffic retail node in Calgary, Alberta. This milestone further advances Heal's disciplined, asset-light growth strategy across key Western Canadian markets with an anticipated open in Q2 2026. Heal Wellness is a fast-growing quick-service restaurant ("QSR") brand specializing in fresh smoothie bowls, açaí bowls, and smoothies, built around clean ingredients and a better-for-you lifestyle.

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"This secured franchisee and real estate commitment in Shawnessey Village reflects our continued focus on pairing strong operators with premium, high-visibility trade areas," said Sean Black, Chief Executive Officer of Happy Belly Food Group. "Shawnessey Village benefits from strong daily traffic, dense surrounding residential communities, and a well-established retail environment anchored by major national tenants. A vibrant retail destination serving South Calgary, supported by a mix of grocery, fitness, service, and restaurant tenants. These market fundamentals align exceptionally well with Heal's health-forward, convenience-driven offering as we continue to expand across Alberta."

Heal Wellness continues to gain momentum as consumer demand for functional, wellness-focused QSR concepts grows across both urban and suburban markets. With its strong brand positioning, scalable format, and expanding franchise pipeline, Heal is well positioned to deepen its footprint across Alberta and other key Canadian regions.

"Heal Wellness continues to expand rapidly across Canada and into the United States, solidifying its position as a leading acai and smoothie bowl brand. With 31 locations now open and more than 177 in development, Heal contributes to Happy Belly's broader portfolio of 666 contractually committed retail franchise locations across multiple emerging brands in various stages of development, construction, and operation. Our predictable and disciplined growth engine continues to deliver measurable results as we expand our brands across Canada and the U.S. to create long-term value for our shareholders."

"We are just getting started," added Sean Black.

About Heal Wellness Heal Wellness was founded with a passion and mission to provide quick, fresh wellness foods that support a busy and active lifestyle. We currently offer a diverse range of smoothie bowls and smoothies. We take pride in meticulously selecting every superfood ingredient on our menu to fuel the body, including acai smoothie bowls, smoothies, and super-seed grain bowls. Our smoothie bowls are crafted with real fruit and enriched with superfoods like acai, pitaya, goji berries, chia seeds, and more.

FranchisingFor franchising inquiries please see www.happybellyfg.com/franchise-with-us/ or contact us at [email protected].

About Happy Belly Food GroupHappy Belly Food Group Inc. (CSE: HBFG) (OTCQB: HBFGF) ("Happy Belly" or the "Company") is a leader in acquiring and scaling emerging food brands. The Company's portfolio includes Heal Wellness, Rosie's Burgers, Yolks Breakfast, Via Cibo Italian Street Food, and others.

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All statements in this press release, other than statements of historical fact, are "forward-looking information" with respect to the Company within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-Looking information is frequently characterized by words such as "plan", "expect", "project", "intend", "believe", "anticipate", "estimate" and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions "may" or "will" occur and include the future performance of Happy Belly and her subsidiaries. Forward-Looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates at the date the statements are made and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements. There are uncertainties inherent in forward-looking information, including factors beyond the Company's control. There are no assurances that the business plans for Happy Belly described in this news release will come into effect on the terms or time frame described herein. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking information if circumstances or management's estimates or opinions should change except as required by law. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. For a description of the risks and uncertainties facing the Company and its business and affairs, readers should refer to the Company's Management's Discussion and Analysis and other disclosure filings with Canadian securities regulators, which are posted on www.sedarplus.ca.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- Hyperscale Data, Inc. (NYSE American: GPUS), an artificial intelligence ("AI") data center company anchored by Bitcoin ("Hyperscale Data" or the "Company"), today announced that it has successfully paid 43 consecutive monthly cash dividends on its 13.00% Series D Cumulative Redeemable Perpetual Preferred Stock (the "Series D Preferred Stock"). Dividends on the Series D Preferred Stock are cumulative and are payable out of amounts legally available therefor at a rate equal to 13.00% per annum per $25.00 of stated liquidation preference per share, or $0.2708333 per share of Series D Preferred Stock per month.

Milton "Todd" Ault III, Founder and Executive Chairman of the Company, stated, "As we start the new year, I wanted to acknowledge how proud I am of the Company and its commitment to the long-term nature of this dividend. We made significant progress throughout 2025 and are excited to continue executing on our plans and focusing on delivering value for our stockholders."

For more information on Hyperscale Data and its subsidiaries, Hyperscale Data recommends that stockholders, investors and any other interested parties read Hyperscale Data's public filings and press releases available under the Investor Relations section at hyperscaledata.com or available at www.sec.gov.

About Hyperscale Data, Inc.

Through its wholly owned subsidiary Sentinum, Inc., Hyperscale Data owns and operates a data center at which it mines digital assets and offers colocation and hosting services for the emerging AI ecosystems and other industries. Hyperscale Data's other wholly owned subsidiary, Ault Capital Group, Inc. ("ACG"), is a diversified holding company pursuing growth by acquiring undervalued businesses and disruptive technologies with a global impact.

Hyperscale Data currently expects the divestiture of ACG (the "Divestiture") to occur in the third quarter of 2026. Upon the occurrence of the Divestiture, the Company would be an owner and operator of data centers to support high-performance computing services, as well as a holder of the digital assets. Until the Divestiture occurs, the Company will continue to provide, through ACG and its wholly and majority-owned subsidiaries and strategic investments, mission-critical products that support a diverse range of industries, including an AI software platform, social gaming platform, equipment rental services, defense/aerospace, industrial, automotive, medical/biopharma and hotel operations. In addition, ACG is actively engaged in private credit and structured finance through a licensed lending subsidiary. Hyperscale Data's headquarters are located at 11411 Southern Highlands Parkway, Suite 190, Las Vegas, NV 89141.

On December 23, 2024, the Company issued one million (1,000,000) shares of a newly designated Series F Exchangeable Preferred Stock (the "Series F Preferred Stock") to all common stockholders and holders of the Series C Preferred Stock on an as-converted basis. The Divestiture will occur through the voluntary exchange of the Series F Preferred Stock for shares of Class A Common Stock and Class B Common Stock of ACG (collectively, the "ACG Shares"). The Company reminds its stockholders that only those holders of the Series F Preferred Stock who agree to surrender such shares, and do not properly withdraw such surrender, in the exchange offer through which the Divestiture will occur, will be entitled to receive the ACG Shares and consequently be shareholders of ACG upon the occurrence of the Divestiture.

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Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any of them publicly in light of new information or future events. Actual results could differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement as a result of various factors. More information, including potential risk factors, that could affect the Company's business and financial results are included in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, the Company's Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K. All filings are available at www.sec.gov and on the Company's website at hyperscaledata.com.

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Vancouver, British Columbia and Melbourne, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - January 14, 2026) - Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd (TSX: SXGC) (ASX: SX2) (OTCQX: SXGCF) (FSE: MV3) ("SXGC", "SX2" or the "Company") strongly supports the Australian Government's creation of a A$1.2 billion Critical Minerals Strategic Reserve, with antimony identified as one of three priority minerals alongside gallium and rare earth elements.

The Company welcomes this landmark initiative which recognizes the strategic importance of securing domestic antimony supply for Australia and its allies. Sunday Creek, located just 60km north of Melbourne in Victoria, represents one of the most significant undeveloped gold-antimony deposits in the Western world and stands ready to support Australia's critical minerals security objectives.

Key Highlights:

Federal A$1.2 billion Strategic Reserve prioritises antimony for defence and clean energy supply chains. 

Victoria’s A$200 billion critical minerals endowment and Critical Minerals Roadmap support development. 

Victoria is Australia’s only current antimony producer – antimony has historically been the state’s second most important metal. 

Sunday Creek exploration decline approved by Victorian Government – construction commencing.  

Tier 1 jurisdiction just 60 km from Melbourne with world-class infrastructure. 

73 drill intersections exceeding 100 g/t gold; 90 exceeding 10% antimony. 

Proven metallurgy: 92% to 96% gold recovery with successful antimony-gold separation.

Michael Hudson, President & CEO commented: "We strongly support the Australian Government's strategic vision in establishing this Critical Minerals Reserve. This is exactly the kind of bold policy action needed to secure Western supply chains against Chinese dominance.

"With China and Russia controlling 80% of global mined and processed antimony, the prioritization of antimony in this reserve sends a clear signal that Australia is serious about critical minerals security. Sunday Creek stands ready to be part of the solution.

"This federal initiative powerfully complements the work of Premier Jacinta Allan's Victorian Government. Victoria's Critical Minerals Roadmap and A$200 billion endowment strategy have created the policy framework for responsible development, while the November approval of our exploration decline demonstrates the state is genuinely open for business.

"Victoria has always been Australia's antimony state. Antimony has historically been Victoria's second most important metal after gold, with a heritage stretching back to the 1860s. During World War I, central Victoria's Costerfield mines were critical suppliers of antimony for British munitions. Today, Victoria remains Australia's only antimony-producing state.

"Sunday Creek is located just 60 km from Melbourne in a Tier 1 jurisdiction with world-class infrastructure. We have an exceptional high-grade deposit, proven metallurgy, approved underground access, and strong government support at both state and federal levels. We look forward to engaging with the Government on how Sunday Creek can contribute to Australia's strategic reserve objectives and support our AUKUS allies."

Australia's Critical Minerals Strategic Reserve

The A$1.2 billion Critical Minerals Strategic Reserve was announced on January 12, 2026 by Treasurer Jim Chalmers, Resources Minister Madeleine King and Trade Minister Don Farrell. The reserve will initially focus on antimony, gallium and rare earth elements - minerals essential for defence equipment, clean energy technology and advanced manufacturing.

The initiative includes A$185 million for physical stockpiling and additional funding for offtake agreements and contracts for difference with Australian producers. It aligns with the US-Australia A$13 billion critical minerals partnership and directly supports AUKUS supply chain security.

Antimony is critical for defence applications including ammunition, night-vision equipment and flame retardants, as well as emerging applications in batteries and solar panels. China's recent export restrictions have highlighted the urgency of developing Western supply alternatives.

Victoria: Australia's Antimony Heartland

Victoria is Australia's only current antimony-producing state, and antimony has historically been the state's second most important metal after gold. The state's antimony mining heritage dates to 1860 when gold-antimony ore was discovered, establishing a mining district that became strategically vital during World War I as a supplier of antimony for British munitions (including the Sunday Creek project).

Today, the Costerfield mine (54 km from Sunday Creek) remains among the world's top five antimony producers. Both Costerfield and Sunday Creek operate in Victoria, the same geological style that hosts Agnico Eagle's high grade Fosterville gold mine.

Premier Allan's Critical Minerals Roadmap specifically identifies antimony as a priority, with the Government commencing strategic land use assessments to define a Priority Zone for antimony projects in central Victoria. The Victorian Government estimates the state's critical minerals endowment at approximately A$200 billion, capable of supporting up to 7,000 jobs.

Sunday Creek: Approved and Advancing

In November 2025, Resources Victoria approved the Company's Work Plan for an exploration decline at Sunday Creek. This milestone approval enables underground access to high-grade mineralization and demonstrates the Allan Government's commitment to responsible resource development.

Site establishment is now underway. The Company will expand to 22 drill rigs (10 surface + 12 underground), creating Australia's largest pre-development drilling program. The Minerals Council of Australia noted the approval "sends a clear message that Victoria is open for business."

Sunday Creek has delivered exceptional results including 73 drill intersections exceeding 100 g/t gold (peak 3,511 g/t) and 90 intersections exceeding 10% antimony (peak 47.5%) from 107,415 m of drilling. Recent metallurgical testwork demonstrates 92% to 96% gold recovery with successful selective flotation producing high-grade, low-arsenic antimony-gold concentrate suitable for Western smelters.

About Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Limited (TSX: SXGC) (ASX: SX2) (OTCQX: SXGCF) (FSE: MV3)

Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd (ASX: SX2) (TSX: SXGC) (OTCQX: MWSNF) is advancing the Sunday Creek gold-antimony project in Victoria, Australia. The Company is well-funded following a C$143 million capital raise in May 2025 and owns 1,392 hectares of freehold land at the project.

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This announcement has been approved for release by the Board of Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd.

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JORC Competent Person Statement

Information in this announcement that relates to new exploration results contained in this report is based on information compiled by Mr Kenneth Bush and Mr Michael Hudson. Mr Bush is a Member of Australian Institute of Geoscientists and a Registered Professional Geologist in the field of Mining (#10315) and Mr Hudson is a Fellow of The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. Mr Bush and Mr Hudson each have sufficient experience relevant to the style of mineralization and type of deposit under consideration, and to the activities undertaken, to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the Joint Ore Reserves Committee (JORC) Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves. Mr Bush is Exploration Manager and Mr Hudson is President, CEO and Managing Director of Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Limited and both consent to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on their information in the form and context in which it appears.

Certain information in this announcement that relates to prior exploration results is extracted from the Independent Geologist's Report dated 11 December 2024 which was issued with the consent of the Competent Person, Mr Steven Tambanis. The report is included the Company's prospectus dated 11 December 2024 and is available at www.asx.com.au under code "SX2". The Company confirms that it is not aware of any new information or data that materially affects the information related to exploration results included in the original market announcement. The Company confirms that the form and context of the Competent Persons' findings in relation to the report have not been materially modified from the original market announcement.

NI 43-101 Technical Background and Qualified Person

Michael Hudson, President, CEO and Managing Director of SXGC, and a Fellow of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, and Kenneth Bush, Exploration Manager of SXGC and a RPGeo (10315) of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists, are the Qualified Persons as defined by the NI 43-101. They have prepared, reviewed, verified and approved the technical contents of this release.

SXGC considers that both gold and antimony that are included in the gold equivalent calculation ("AuEq") have reasonable potential to be recovered and sold at Sunday Creek, given current geochemical understanding, historic production statistics and geologically analogous mining operations. Historically, ore from Sunday Creek was treated onsite or shipped to the Costerfield mine, located 54 km to the northwest of the project, for processing during WW1. The Costerfield mine corridor, now owned by Alkane Resources (previously Mandalay Resources) contains two million ounces of equivalent gold (Mandalay Resources Q3 2021 Results), and in 2020 was the sixth highest-grade global underground mine and a top 5 global producer of antimony.

The gold equivalence formula used by Mandalay Resources was calculated using Costerfield's 2024 production costs, using a gold price of US$2,500 per ounce, an antimony price of US$19,000 per tonne and 2024 total year metal recoveries of 91% for gold and 92% for antimony, and is as follows:

AuEq = Au (g/t) + 2.39 x Sb (%)

Based on the latest Costerfield calculation and given the similar geological styles and historic toll treatment of Sunday Creek mineralization at Costerfield, SXGC considers that a AuEq = Au (g/t) + 2.39 x Sb (%) is appropriate to use for the initial exploration targeting of gold-antimony mineralization at Sunday Creek.

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This news release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions and accordingly, actual results and future events could differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. You are hence cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of present or historical fact are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include words or expressions such as "proposed", "will", "subject to", "near future", "in the event", "would", "expect", "prepared to" and other similar words or expressions. Factors that could cause future results or events to differ materially from current expectations expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements include general business, economic, competitive, political, social uncertainties; the state of capital markets, unforeseen events, developments, or factors causing any of the expectations, assumptions, and other factors ultimately being inaccurate or irrelevant; and other risks described in the Company's documents filed with Canadian or Australian (under code SX2) securities regulatory authorities. You can find further information with respect to these and other risks in filings made by the Company with the securities regulatory authorities in Canada or Australia (under code SX2), as applicable, and available for the Company in Canada at www.sedarplus.ca or in Australia at www.asx.com.au (under code SX2). Documents are also available at www.southerncrossgold.com The Company disclaims any obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements, except as required by applicable law.

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APOLLO BEACH, Fla., Jan. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RetinalGenix Technologies Inc. [OTCQB: RTGN] (“RetinalGenix” or the “Company”), a company developing ultra-high-resolution retinal imaging technology, today announced that a recent large‑scale Australian retinal mapping study, which used artificial intelligence to analyze approximately 50,000 retinal scans, reported that specific patterns of retinal thinning are associated with neurodegenerative and metabolic diseases such as dementia, diabetes, and multiple sclerosis. These findings support the broader field of oculomics and reinforce the premise that high‑quality retinal images, analyzed with advanced algorithms and integrated with genetic and clinical data, could become an important tool for earlier detection, risk stratification, and ongoing monitoring of disease. RetinalGenix’s core thesis—that combining high‑resolution imaging, genetics, and advanced analytics may unlock new insights into ocular and systemic health—is expected to position the Company to benefit as this field continues to mature.

RetinalGenix is developing a portfolio of non‑invasive imaging solutions, including a portable Retinal Imaging Screening Device and the RetinalCam remote monitoring system, designed for use without dilation and with real‑time connectivity to support longitudinal data collection. If successfully developed, validated, and cleared, these platforms could enable the generation of large‑scale, real‑world retinal datasets from pharmacies, clinics, urgent care centers, nursing homes, and potentially in‑home environments. Such a distributed imaging network could create opportunities for AI‑enhanced screening, earlier identification of disease signals, and more proactive patient management, while also providing valuable datasets for research and partnerships with payers, providers, and life sciences companies.

The same scientific trends that support the Australian study—convergence of imaging, AI, and genomics—also support RetinalGenix’s broader strategy, including programs in remote diagnostics, pharmacogenetic mapping, and therapeutics for conditions such as dry AMD and Alzheimer’s‑related dementia. Although further clinical studies, regulatory review, and commercial execution will be required, RetinalGenix believes it is well-positioned to participate in the emerging ecosystem where retinal imaging and AI‑driven oculomics could support more personalized, scalable, and preventive models of care.

RetinalGenix is advancing investigational, non-invasive, high-resolution retinal imaging technologies that are intended solely for informational purpose tools to capture retinal images that may indicate whether further clinical evaluation is warranted, rather than to provide any standalone diagnosis. Screened images and any associated findings must be reviewed and interpreted by qualified medical professionals, and the devices are currently investigational, “limited by Federal law to investigational use,” and are not cleared for the detection or diagnosis of systemic diseases, although the company’s strategic direction is aligned with emerging science suggesting that retinal imaging may play an important role in future precision-medicine screening paradigms.

About RetinalGenix Technologies Inc.
RetinalGenix is an ophthalmic research and development company seeking to revolutionize early disease detection and improve patient outcomes across multiple disease areas by integrating genetic screening, advanced imaging, and therapeutic development. Its proprietary High-Resolution Retinal Imaging and RetinalGenix DNA/RNA/GPS Pharmaco-Genetic Mapping™ technologies are designed to help prevent blindness by detecting initial physiological changes that could indicate future ocular and systemic diseases affecting neurodegenerative, cardiovascular, vascular, and metabolic systems, as well as diabetic conditions, Alzheimer’s disease, Complex Dementia, and Parkinson’s disease. RetinalGenix is also developing therapeutic drugs for dry age-related macular degeneration (dry AMD) and Alzheimer’s disease/dementia.

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This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are identified by the use of the words “could,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “expect,” “may,” “continue,” “predict,” “potential,” “project” and similar expressions that are intended to identify forward-looking statements and include statements regarding specific patterns of retinal thinning being associated with neurodegenerative and metabolic diseases such as dementia, diabetes, and multiple sclerosis, the findings supporting the broader field of oculomics and reinforcing the premise that high‑quality retinal images, analyzed with advanced algorithms and integrated with genetic and clinical data, could become an important tool for earlier detection, risk stratification, and ongoing monitoring of disease, combining high‑resolution imaging, genetics, and advanced analytics to unlock new insights into ocular and systemic health, the Company benefiting as the field continues to mature, developing a portfolio of non‑invasive imaging solutions, including a portable Retinal Imaging Screening Device and the RetinalCam remote monitoring system, designed for use without dilation and with real‑time connectivity to support longitudinal data collection, the platforms, if successfully developed, validated, and cleared, enabling the generation of large‑scale, real‑world retinal datasets from pharmacies, clinics, urgent care centers, nursing homes, and potentially in‑home environments, a distributed imaging network creating opportunities for AI‑enhanced screening, earlier identification of disease signals, and more proactive patient management, while also providing valuable datasets for research and partnerships with payers, providers, and life sciences companies, the convergence of imaging, AI, and genomics also supporting the Company’s broader strategy, including programs in remote diagnostics, pharmacogenetic mapping, and therapeutics for conditions such as dry AMD and Alzheimer’s‑related dementia, being well-positioned to participate in the emerging ecosystem where retinal imaging and AI‑driven oculomics could support more personalized, scalable, and preventive models of care, advancing investigational, non-invasive, high-resolution retinal imaging technologies that are intended solely for informational purpose tools to capture retinal images that may indicate whether further clinical evaluation is warranted, rather than to provide any standalone diagnosis, retinal imaging playing an important role in future precision-medicine screening paradigms, the study opening up the potential for using routine eye imaging to screen for and manage diseases, retinal imaging acting as a window to the brain, by detecting associations with neurological disorders like multiple sclerosis and many other conditions, the potential for retinal thickness as a diagnostic biomarker to aid in detecting and tracking the progression of numerous diseases. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s expectations and assumptions as of the date of this press release and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which are difficult to predict, that could cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations and assumptions from those set forth or implied by any forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, among others, the Company’s ability to successfully complete research and further development and commercialization of the Company’s products, the timing, cost and uncertainty of obtaining regulatory approvals for the Company’s products, the Company’s ability to protect its intellectual property, and the risk factors described in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 and the Company’s subsequent filings with the SEC, including subsequent periodic reports on Forms 10-Q and 8-K. The information in this release is provided only as of the date of this release, and we undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this release on account of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law.

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CompaniesWASHINGTON, Jan 14 (Reuters) - A coalition of women's groups, tech watchdogs, and progressive activists is calling on Alphabet (GOOGL.O), opens new tab owner Google and Apple (AAPL.O), opens new tab to remove the social media site X and its related chatbot, Grok, from their app stores.

In open, opens new tab letters, opens new tab published on Wednesday, the coalition accused the Elon Musk-owned apps of generating illegal content that violates both companies' terms of service.

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The push, whose backers include the feminist group UltraViolet, the National Organization for Women, the liberal group MoveOn, and the parent advocacy group ParentsTogether Action, is aimed at piling pressure on Musk after Grok began generating sexually charged, degrading, or violent images of women and children.

"We are really imploring Apple and Google to take this extremely seriously," Jenna Sherman, UltraViolet's campaign director, told Reuters ahead of the letter's release. "They are enabling a system in which thousands, if not tens of thousands, of people, particularly women and children, are being sexually abused through the help of their own app stores."

X did not return a message seeking comment on the letter. Its parent company, xAI, which powers Grok, responded with the words, "Legacy Media Lies." Google and Apple have not returned repeated messages seeking comment about X and Grok.

Scrutiny continues to build after X was flooded with hyper-realistic images of women and minors in skimpy clothing at the turn of the new year.

Malaysia and Indonesia have already banned Grok over the explicit content, while authorities in Europe and the United Kingdom have announced investigations or demanded answers.

Separately, some organizations and leaders are pulling back from X. On Tuesday, the American Federation of Teachers announced it was quitting the social network over indecent images of children produced by Grok.

While X has adjusted the chatbot's behavior so that images Grok generates or edits are not posted to the public timeline, a Reuters test of Grok on Tuesday showed it was still generating bikini-clad versions of people's photographs on demand.

Sherman said while Apple and Google both claim to take child protection seriously, their treatment of X would reveal "what their values actually are in practice."

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TORONTO, Jan. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Goliath Resources Limited (TSX-V: GOT) (OTCQB: GOTRF) (FSE: B4IF) (the “Company” or “Goliath”) is focused on further expanding its new high-grade gold Surebet Discovery at its 100% controlled Golddigger Property that covers an area of 91,518 hectares in a highly prospective geological setting of the Eskay Rift, within 3 kilometers of the Red Line in the Golden Triangle of British Columbia. This area, in close proximity to the Red Line, has hosted some of Canada’s greatest gold mines including Eskay Creek, Premier and Snip. Other significant and well-known deposits in the Golden Triangle include Brucejack, Copper Canyon, Galore Creek, Granduc, KSM, Red Chris, and Schaft Creek. Goliath controls 56 kilometers of the Red Line which is a geologic contact between Triassic age Stuhini rocks and Jurassic age Hazelton rocks used as key markers when exploring for gold-copper-silver mineralization.

Goliath has completed over 150,000 meters of diamond drilling to date. It has confirmed a 1.8 square kilometer area that hosts multiple highly mineralized stacked zones containing high-grade gold grades that remains open. The Surebet discovery has predictable continuity and good metallurgy with gold recoveries from gravity and flotation at a 327-micrometer crush of 92.2% including 48.8% free gold from gravity alone (no cyanide required to recover the gold). The metallurgy completed to date shows no deleterious elements are present (see news release dated March 1, 2023).

AME Roundup 2026

To learn more about Goliath’s exciting new discovery, we would like to cordially invite you to visit us at our AME Roundup Core Shack, Booth # 1026C on Monday, January 26, 2026 – Tuesday, January 27, 2026 (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM). The event is being held at the Exhibit Hall - Vancouver Convention Centre East Building (1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, B.C.).

In case you are unable to see us at the core shack, please visit us at AME Roundup Booth #1104 as Goliath will also be exhibiting all 4 days Monday, January 26, 2026 – Wednesday, January 28, 2026 (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM) and Thursday, January 29, 2023 (9:00 AM – 2:30 PM).

Other Mining Conferences - Vancouver, January 2026

Vancouver Resource Investment Conference (VRIC), Goliath’s Booth #131. The event is being held at the Vancouver Convention Centre West Building (1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, B.C.) Sunday, January 25 – Monday, January 26, 2026 (8:30 AM – 6:00 PM). Roger Rosmus, Founder & CEO will be providing a corporate presentation on Sunday, January 25 (11:00 AM) at Workshop # 1.

Metals Investor Forum Vancouver, Goliath has a booth for the two day event and Roger Rosmus, Founder & CEO will be presenting Friday, January 23, 2026, during Session 1 at 10:00 AM. The event is being held at the Fairmont Pacific Rim (1038 Canada Place, Vancouver, B.C.) on Friday, January 23 – Saturday, January 24 (8:40 AM – 6:00 PM).

About the AME Roundup Conference

The AME Roundup is a dynamic four-day trade show featuring key players in mineral exploration, development, mining and reclamation. Among the hundreds of exhibitors under the sails in the Vancouver Convention Centre East, you will find prospectors and entrepreneurs, junior explorers and international mining companies, Indigenous groups, governments, universities, not-for-profits and an incredible collection of service and supply companies. For tickets and more information please visit: https://roundup.amebc.ca/

About the Vancouver Resource Investment Conference

The Vancouver Resource Investment Conference (VRIC) is the World’s Premier Mining Investment Event at a time when Gold & Silver are breaking records. The event will host 120 keynote speakers, 300 mining companies and over 12,000 attending investors. VRIC brings together the dealmakers, analysts, and operators shaping the future of precious metals — right when capital is surging back into the sector. For tickets and more information please visit: https://cambridgehouse.com/vancouver-resource-investment-conference

About the Metals Investor Forum Vancouver

Join 55 leading companies and 13 powerhouse keynote speakers at one of the most anticipated events of the year. Writers include: Eric Coffin (HRA Advisories), Joe Mazumdar (Exploration Insights), Jeff Clark (Paydirt Prospector), Brien Lundin (Gold Newsletter), Robert Sinn (Goldfinger Capital), Garrett Goggin (Golden Portfolio), Brian Leni (Junior Stock Review), John Kaiser (Kaiser Research Online), Chen Lin (What is Chen Buying? What is Chen Selling?), Peter Krauth (The Silver Stock Investor), and Greg McCoach (The Mining Speculator) for an exclusive, value-packed event. For tickets and more information please visit: https://metalsinvestorforum.com/metals-investor-forum-vancouver-jan-2026/

About the Golddigger Property

The Golddigger Property is 100% controlled and covers an area of 91,518 hectares in a highly prospective geological setting of the Eskay Rift, within 3 kilometers of the Red Line in the Golden Triangle of British Columbia. This area, in close proximity to the Red Line, has hosted some of Canada’s greatest gold mines including Eskay Creek, Premier and Snip. Other significant and well-known deposits in the Golden Triangle include Brucejack, Copper Canyon, Galore Creek, Granduc, KSM, Red Chris, and Schaft Creek. Goliath controls 56 kilometers of the Red Line which is a geologic contact between Triassic age Stuhini rocks and Jurassic age Hazelton rocks used as key markers when exploring for gold-copper-silver mineralization.

The Surebet discovery has predictable continuity and good metallurgy with gold recoveries from gravity and flotation at a 327-micrometer crush of 92.2% including 48.8% free gold from gravity alone (no cyanide required to recover the gold). The metallurgy completed to date shows no deleterious elements are present (see news release dated March 1, 2023).

The Property is in a well positioned location in close proximity to the communities of Alice Arm and Kitsault where there is a permitted mill site on private property. It is situated on tide water with direct barge access to Prince Rupert (190 kilometers via the Observatory inlet/Portland inlet). The town of Kitsault is accessible by road (190 kilometers from Terrace, 300 kilometers from Prince Rupert) and has a barge landing, dock, and infrastructure capable of housing at least 300 people, including high-tension power.

Additional infrastructure in the area includes the Dolly Varden Silver Mine Road (only 7 kilometers to the East of the Surebet discovery) with direct road access to Alice Arm barge landing (18 kilometers to the south of the Surebet discovery) and high-tension power (25 kilometers to the east of Surebet discovery). The city of Terrace (population 16,000) provides access to railway, major highways, and airport with supplies (food, fuel, lumber, etc.), while the town of Prince Rupert (population 12,000) is located on the West Coast of British Columbia and houses an international container seaport also with direct access to railway and an airport.

About CASERM (Center to Advance the Science of Exploration to Reclamation in Mining)
Goliath Resources is a paying member and active supporter of the Center to Advance the Science of Exploration to Reclamation in Mining (CASERM), which is one of the world’s largest research centers in the mining sector. CASERM is a collaborative research venture between Colorado School of Mines and Virginia Tech that is supported by a consortium of mining and exploration companies, analytical instrumentation and software companies, and federal agencies aiming to transform the way geoscience data is acquired and used across the mining value chain. The center forms part of the I-UCRC program of the National Science Foundation. Research focuses on the integration of diverse geoscience data to improve decision making across the mine life cycle, beginning with the exploration for subsurface resources continuing through mine operation as well as closure and environmental remediation. Over the past three years, Goliath Resources’ membership in CASERM has allowed a high level of research to be performed on the Surebet Discovery.

Qualified Person

Rein Turna P. Geo is the qualified person as defined by National Instrument 43-101, for Goliath Resource Limited projects, and supervised the preparation of, and has reviewed and approved, the technical information in this release. Mr. Turna is an Independent Director of the Company.

About Goliath Resources Limited

Goliath Resources is an explorer of precious metals projects in the highly prospective Golden Triangle of Northwestern British Columbia. All of its projects are in high quality geological settings and geopolitical safe jurisdictions amenable to mining in Canada. Goliath is a member and active supporter of CASERM which is an organization that represents a collaborative venture between Colorado School of Mines and Virginia Tech. Goliath completed its largest fully funded drill campaign to date for a total of 64,364 meters in 2025. Assays are pending for gold only on 70 holes and 110 holes pending for gold equivalent assays. It is fully funded for a similar sized drill program in 2026. The Company’s key strategic cornerstone shareholders include Crescat Capital, a Global Commodity Group (Singapore), McEwen Inc. (NYSE: MUX) (TSX: MUX), Waratah Capital Advisors, Rob McEwen, Eric Sprott and Larry Childress.

For more information please contact:
Goliath Resources Limited
Mr. Roger Rosmus
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Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange), nor the OTCQB Venture Market accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Certain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of any of the words "could", "intend", "expect", "believe", "will", "projected", "estimated" and similar expressions and statements relating to matters that are not historical facts are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on Goliath’s current belief or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events. Actual future results may differ materially. In particular, this release contains forward-looking information relating to, among other things, the ability of the Company to complete financings and its ability to build value for its shareholders as it develops its mining properties. Various assumptions or factors are typically applied in drawing conclusions or making the forecasts or projections set out in forward-looking information. Those assumptions and factors are based on information currently available to Goliath. Although such statements are based on management's reasonable assumptions, there can be no assurance that the proposed transactions will occur, or that if the proposed transactions do occur, will be completed on the terms described above.

The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date hereof and Goliath is not obligated to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Because of the risks, uncertainties and assumptions contained herein, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The foregoing statements expressly qualify any forward-looking information contained herein.

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TLDR: Ethereum proof-of-stake transition and ZK-EVM scaling solutions effectively realize the 2014 sharding vision. Waku evolved from Whisper to power decentralized messaging across multiple applications like Railway and Status. Fileverse passes the walkaway test, allowing document access and editing even if the platform disappears entirely. Decentralized applications have progressed from unusable toys in 2014 to practical collaborative tools in 2026. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has published a detailed post reinforcing the original 2014 vision for permissionless decentralized applications. 

The post examines how core technologies like Ethereum, Waku, and IPFS have evolved to support the Web3 ecosystem. 

Buterin emphasized that despite various market trends obscuring this vision over the years, the fundamental goal remains intact. 

He noted that technological advancements have now made the original objectives achievable and practical for everyday use.

Technological Evolution Strengthens Core Infrastructure Buterin outlined several major developments that have strengthened the decentralized application infrastructure since 2014. 

Ethereum has successfully transitioned to a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism, improving energy efficiency and network security. 

The blockchain now offers enhanced scalability and reduced transaction costs through zero-knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machines (ZK-EVMs) and layer-2 solutions.

The Ethereum co-founder explained how ZK-EVM technology, combined with PeerDAS, effectively realizes the original sharding vision. 

These improvements enable faster transaction processing while maintaining the network’s decentralized nature. Layer-2 solutions provide additional speed enhancements, creating a more efficient ecosystem for developers and users.

Buterin also addressed the evolution of communication protocols within the ecosystem. Whisper has transformed into Waku, which now powers multiple applications, including Railway and Status. The quality of decentralized messaging has improved across the board, even beyond Waku implementations.

In 2014, there was a vision: you can have permissionless, decentralized applications that could support finance, social media, ride sharing, governing organizations, crowdfunding, potentially create an entire alternative web, all on the backs of a suite of technologies.… pic.twitter.com/ihU9qOrXfG

— vitalik.eth (@VitalikButerin) January 14, 2026

The post mentioned IPFS as a highly performant solution for decentralized file retrieval. However, Buterin acknowledged that IPFS alone does not solve the complete storage problem. 

He indicated that further improvements in this area remain necessary for the ecosystem’s continued growth.

Fileverse Demonstrates Practical Implementation Standards Buterin praised Fileverse as an exemplary model for building decentralized applications correctly. The platform functions as a decentralized alternative to Google Docs and Sheets, showing remarkable usability improvements over the past year. 

Fileverse uses Ethereum and Gnosis Chain specifically for names, accounts, permissioning, and document registration.

The application leverages decentralized messaging and file storage to handle documents and propagate changes effectively. 

Buterin highlighted that Fileverse passes the “walkaway test,” meaning users can retrieve and edit documents even if the company disappears. This functionality is possible through the open-source user interface available on GitHub.

In his post, Buterin drew sharp contrasts between decentralized tools and corporate products. He compared building a tool users own permanently versus subscription-based services requiring account registration. 

His criticism referenced real examples of smart appliances requiring subscriptions, excessive surveillance in consumer devices, and political access restrictions.

Buterin noted the dramatic progress in decentralized application usability between 2014 and 2026. He stated that Fileverse has reached a level where he regularly creates documents and collaborates with others on the platform. 

The post concluded by calling for developers to build decentralized applications, asserting that all necessary prerequisites for the Web3 vision now exist.

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 9:24

Ripple has scored its second major regulatory win in just weeks, securing preliminary approval for an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license from Luxembourg’s financial watchdog, the CSSF.

Cover image via U.Today Ripple has announced yet another critical regulatory victory. 

The San Francisco-based enterprise blockchain behemoth has secured preliminary approval for an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license from Luxembourg's financial regulator, the CSSF (Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier).

It comes just one week after Ripple secured a full EMI license and Cryptoasset Registration from the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

Ripple has now locked down both the UK, one of the world's leading economies, and Luxembourg, a premier EU gateway, in rapid succession.

Luxembourg is just a small nation with a population of roughly 677,717. However, its influence should not be underestimated, given that it is the financial heart of the Eurozone for corporate treasury and banking.

An EMI license in Luxembourg is particularly powerful because it typically allows for "passporting."

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Strive has indicated that future leverage will depend on preferred equity instead of traditional debt.  After the purchase, the standalone holdings of Strive stand at 7,749.8 BTC before Semler assets are added.  Strive has announced its acquisition of Semler Scientific along with the latter’s 5,048 Bitcoin after shareholders agreed to the deal. The decision of the shareholders has silently moved a Bitcoin-aimed company further up the corporate treasury ranks. 

On January 13, Strive publicised that shareholders of Semler Scientific accepted an all-stock acquisition, the agreement that will shift over 5,000 Bitcoin to Strive. 

As per the approved transaction, Strive will accumulate Semler Scientific’s 5,048.1 Bitcoin, pushing the combined firm’s holding to 12,797.9 BTC once the deal is closed. The figure positions Strive before various high-profile corporate holders, adding Tesla and Trump Media and Technology Group, positioning it as one of the biggest public Bitcoin treasury firms.

Next to the merger news, Strive revealed another purchase of 123 Bitcoin for its own balance sheet at a price of around $91,561 per coin, for a complete outlay of around $11.3 million including fees. 

After the purchase, the standalone holdings of Strive stand at 7,749.8 BTC before Semler assets are added. The acquisition is more noteworthy for its focus on Bitcoin rather than operational synergies. 

Other Indications From Strive  It shows one of the first cases where a public company made a round of Bitcoin treasury strategy purchases of another public company mainly for its digital asset holdings. Strive said it plans within 12 months of terminating to monetise the operating healthcare business of Semler Scientific.  

The target is streamlining the firm and focusing capital and management attention on Bitcoin accumulation and yield. The company is also looking for options to go off Semler Scientific’s existing obligations, adding a $100 million convertible note and a $20 million Coinbase-associated loan. 

Strive has indicated that future leverage will depend on preferred equity instead of traditional debt. That strategy focuses on SATA, Strive’s publicly traded perpetual preferred equity instrument. 

After this initial public offering in November 2025, the firm has shown plans to issue extra preferred equity over the next year as part of its capital strategy. 

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Ripple’s developer arm RippleX says the XRP Ledger’s “Permissioned Domains” amendment is nearing its activation threshold, positioning the network to roll out institution-friendly access controls that could underpin a permissioned version of XRPL’s native decentralized exchange.

In a series of posts on X late Tuesday, RippleX framed Permissioned Domains as a “gamechanger” enabling layer for “permissioned flows” on a public blockchain, an approach aimed squarely at regulated firms that want on-chain settlement and trading without adopting fully private infrastructure.

Ripple’s Next ‘Gamechanger’ For The XPR Ledger Via X, RippleX said: “The amendment for Permissioned Domains is nearing the threshold for activation.Ripple supports this feature, as well as the Permissioned DEX which this will ultimately enable. “

Under XRPL’s governance process, amendments become active after maintaining a 80% validator supermajority for a sustained period. According to xrpl.org, the PermissionedDEX is currently open for voting and has reached 50.00% thus far, while the PermissionedDomains amendment stands at 76.47%.

RippleX describes the feature as a “game-changer for XRPL because they bring institutional-grade controls to a public network, without sacrificing the trade-offs of a private chain.”

The company further writes: “While the Permissioned Domains amendment is an enabling feature, it sets the stage for financial institutions to engage in permissioned flows on a fast, scalable, and resilient blockchain network, the XRPL. The Permissioned DEX will enable permissioned trading flows, and the upcoming lending protocol may apply Permissioned Domains for controlled lending and borrowing flows.”

On XRPL’s documentation, permissioned domains are described as controlled environments that “do nothing on their own,” but can be used by higher-level features, such as permissioned DEX functionality and lending protocols,to restrict and manage access for compliance-driven deployments. Permissioned DEXes are the practical endpoint: regulated entities participating in XRPL’s native order books while enforcing who can interact with specific markets.

“Traditionally, any XRPL DEX offer can be matched by anyone. A permissioned DEX changes that,” Ripple wrote, describing permissioned trading as rules-based matching limited to approved participants.

RippleX also points to adjacent roadmap items, including an upcoming lending protocol that could apply the same domain-based controls to borrowing and lending flows, suggesting the design pattern is intended to extend beyond trading into broader onchain finance primitives.

The announcement drew immediate interest from XRP community voices. Popular community member Krippenreiter highlighted “on-chain FX” as a headline application, while Anodos Finance CEO Panos Mekras responded that “the only thing left is to bring the actual assets and liquidity to flow.” Krippenreiter agreed, calling for “more stablecoins, RWAs, and more market making.”

We talked about this on the show @panosmek. 💪

On-chain FX, here we go! 🥳 pic.twitter.com/jh0zoXWmQv

— Krippenreiter (@krippenreiter) January 13, 2026

At press time, XRP traded at $2.15.

XRP needs to reclaim the 0.382 Fib, 1-week chart | Source: XRPUSDT on TradingView.com Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com

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A single Bitcoin (BTC) miner collected a full block reward on Jan. 13, claiming 3.125 BTC plus fees worth close to $300,000 at current prices.

The win wasn't split among thousands of pool participants. One address received the entire payout in an industry dominated by industrial-scale mining operations commanding exahashes of compute power.

But solo miners still manage to find blocks, not because the odds are favorable, but because probability doesn't care about expectations.

The math is brutal. Bitcoin's network hashrate sits around 1,024 exahashes per second as of mid-January 2026, according to Hashrate Index. That's roughly 1.024 billion terahashes competing to solve each block.

A hobby miner running a 6 TH/s ASIC faces roughly a 1-in-170-million chance per block attempt. The expected wait time to find a single block at that hashrate exceeds 3,000 years.

Yet solo wins keep appearing, with verified solo blocks hitting the chain every few weeks.

Mining is a Poisson process (a statistics model for random events happening over time), a memoryless lottery where each attempt is independent. The hashrate determines the probability per block, but probability doesn't enforce smooth distribution over short timescales.

A miner running a 6 TH/s miner for a month has a 0.0025% chance of finding at least one block. That's nearly zero, but it's not zero. Multiply that tiny probability across tens of thousands of solo miners globally, and someone hits the jackpot regularly.

Solo mining tracker data compiled by Bennet shows 22 verified solo blocks mined over the past 12 months, with an average interval of 15.6 days between wins.

Block 932129, mined January 13, 2026, delivered 3.155 BTC (subsidy plus fees) worth approximately $291,555 to an unknown solo miner.How solo mining actually works in 2026Most solo wins come through solo mining services like Solo CKPool, which provides Stratum work coordination so individual miners can compete for full block rewards without running the entire stack themselves.

CKPool explicitly frames its service as “not a pool” in the economic sense, as there's no reward splitting among participants. Each miner's hashrate competes independently for the full block reward.

If a miner connected to Solo CKPool finds a valid block, the coinbase transaction pays that miner's address directly, minus a 2% service fee. Currently, only CKPool shows around 20,950 users contributing approximately 188 petahashes of hashrate.

Solo miners can use CKPool's coordination service (2% fee), self-hosted Public Pool, or true solo infrastructure, all delivering full block rewards.A newer model is run-your-own solo pool software, exemplified by Public Pool in the Umbrel ecosystem. This open-source application lets miners run a solo mining pool using their own node, retaining the full reward if they hit a block. It removes the service fee but requires more technical setup.

What all models share is that the miner receives the entire block reward for a successful find, rather than a proportional share based on contributed hashrate over time.

Either the miner wins everything or wins nothing.

Odds are worse than expected, but better than neverAt Bitcoin's current network hashrate of approximately 1,024 EH/s, a miner's probability of finding any given block equals their hashrate divided by the network's total hashrate.

For a 6 TH/s device, that's roughly one in 170 million per block.

Expected time to find one block scales inversely with that probability. Since Bitcoin produces a block roughly every 10 minutes, a 6 TH/s miner would expect to wait around 3,247 years to find a single block.

A more powerful 200 TH/s ASIC would still take around 97 years to reach 1 TH/s. Even at 1 petahash, the expected wait drops to 19.5 years.

Solo mining probability per block ranges from one in 170 million at 6 TH/s to one in 10,240 at 10 PH/s.But expected time is not the same as probability over a fixed period. A 6 TH/s miner has roughly a 0.0308% chance of finding at least one block over a full year. Yet across thousands of miners running similar setups, a few will beat those odds.

This is why solo mining wins tend to cluster around mid-range hashrate levels. A miner running 2.3 petahashes, far below industrial scale but well above hobbyist hardware, has roughly an 11% chance of finding a block within a year.

Over a large enough population of miners in that range, wins become predictable in aggregate even if any individual miner remains unlikely to succeed.

Recent solo wins show the pattern holdingSolo block discoveries have maintained a steady cadence over the past year. Block 920,440, mined on Oct. 23, 2025, was awarded to a Public Pool miner, who collected 3.125 BTC plus approximately 0.016 BTC in fees.

Block 924,569 on Nov. 21, 2025, delivered roughly 3.146 BTC to a solo miner operating through CKPool infrastructure.

One dramatic example occurred on Nov. 23, 2025, when a miner running just 6 TH/s, facing odds of about 1 in 170 million per block, successfully found a block through CKPool and claimed the full reward.

FutureBit, which manufactures compact Bitcoin mining devices designed for home use, has documented several solo wins from Apollo miners. These devices typically run in the single-digit or low-double-digit terahash range, being too small to generate meaningful pool rewards but still capable of occasionally finding blocks.

Bennet's solo mining tracker, which aggregates verified solo blocks across CKPool, Public Pool, FutureBit devices, and other known solo setups, shows 22 solo blocks found over the past 12 months, up 29% year-over-year.

The average interval between solo wins across all tracked setups is 15.6 days, with the longest drought lasting 54 days. Total rewards distributed to solo miners over that period sum to approximately 69.35 BTC.

Solo miners found 22 blocks over the past 12 months with an average interval of 15.6 days, totaling 69.35 BTC in rewards.Why solo mining exists at allThe economic case for solo mining is weak if optimized for steady income.

Pool mining pays proportionally to the contributed hashrate, smoothing variance into predictable payouts. A miner contributing 200 TH/s to a pool receives roughly their share of that pool's rewards, delivered continuously.

A solo miner with 200 TH/s receives nothing for years, then suddenly receives 3.125 BTC plus fees.

The expected value is identical, both approaches converge to the same long-term return per unit of hashrate, but the variance profile is entirely different. Industrial miners have debt service, operational costs, and electricity contracts that require predictable revenue.

Variance is an unhedgeable risk.

Solo mining persists because a subset of miners values the variance itself. Some run mining hardware as a hobby or ideological commitment rather than a profit-maximizing business.

The psychological appeal of potentially winning a full block outweighs the near-certainty of earning nothing. Others treat solo mining as a lottery ticket, economically irrational on an expected-value basis, but defensible as entertainment or a tail-risk bet.

Infrastructure improvements have also lowered technical barriers. Running a solo mining operation in 2015 required operating a full Bitcoin node, configuring Stratum software, and managing network connectivity.

CKPool and Public Pool reduce that setup to pointing mining hardware at a URL or installing a plug-and-play app. The easier it becomes to solo mine, the more miners will try it, and the more visible solo wins will become.

The block that just hitThe Jan. 13 block represents the latest data point in a well-established pattern.

A single address received the full block reward worth close to $300,000 at Bitcoin's price of around $94,000. The payout structure suggests the win came through solo mining infrastructure. However, without a public claim from the miner or a verified pool tag in the coinbase, the exact setup remains ambiguous.

If the miner used Solo CKPool, the net payout would be 98% of the total after the service fee. If it came through Public Pool or proper solo infrastructure, the miner kept the full amount.

Either way, the win validates that solo mining continues to function exactly as probability predicts: mostly silent, occasionally spectacular.

The network will produce another 144 blocks today. The overwhelming majority of rewards will flow to industrial mining operations. But somewhere in that stream of blocks, another solo miner will eventually hit.

The odds haven't improved. The difficulty hasn't dropped. The network keeps growing. Yet probability remains indifferent to scale, and lightning still strikes.

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SHIB tried to prolong the recovery after bouncing from a local support zone, but it immediately ran into the 100-day EMA, a wall it has failed to overcome several times this year. That level has essentially served as a price ceiling halting upward momentum, whenever SHIB begins to show signs of improvement. 

Shiba Inu's local successSHIB is currently trapped in a wider downtrend, but it is trading in a short-term recovery structure. Rather than sustained demand, short-covering and reactive buying drove the recent sharp increase. This is significant because price strength typically dies at major moving averages in the absence of follow-through volume, which is precisely what is occurring here. 

SHIB/USDT Chart by TradingViewBecause it represents the middle ground between short-term speculation and long-term trend control, the 100 EMA presents particular challenges for SHIB. Every rejection at this level strengthens the seller's position of dominance. Any rally is technically risky until SHIB can close firmly above it and hold. That breakout just has not occurred thus far. The hesitation is confirmed by volume behavior.

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Participation rapidly decreased as the price got closer to the EMA cluster despite a brief spike during the bounce. This indicates that buyers are not yet confident enough to withstand sell pressure at resistance. This indecision is also reflected in the RSI, which stays in a neutral zone rather than moving into strong bullish territory.

Staying cautious is keyThis is not the time for investors to be overly optimistic. There are two types of structures. A clean break above the 100 EMA with follow-through volume by SHIB would significantly alter the setup. That could change the mood of the market and allow for a more extensive retreat toward higher resistance levels. Failure here, though, is probably going to result in another rejection and a return to lower support levels.

Participants in the market are being forced to decide between discipline and patience. It is dangerous to chase the price into resistance, but it is also foolish to overlook the chance of a breakout.

Resolution is what investors should be looking for right now. Whether this move is the beginning of something larger or just another dead-cat bounce will be determined by the 100 EMA. SHIB is technically capped until that level is broken and the bulls continue to bear the burden of proof.

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Posted: January 14, 2026

As macro uncertainty grows, weak metrics worry top-caps.

Notably, that tension was on full display this week. It started with the CPI coming in below expectations, which immediately flipped the market bullish.

The result?

Classic sweeps were triggered across exchanges.

Short squeeze lifts BTC to $95k Over $500 million in shorts were liquidated, marking the largest short squeeze since the October crash. Meanwhile, Bitcoin [BTC] popped 4.57%, closing the day around $95k, a level not seen since mid-November.

Source: TradingView (BTC/USDT)

That said, the bigger question now is whether this rally has legs.

Technically speaking, BTC spent nearly seven weeks consolidating around the $90k before pushing higher into the $95k range, marking a classic post-range expansion. Still, a clean V-shaped recovery feels unlikely. 

Looking ahead, the Supreme Court’s tariff verdict scheduled for the 14th of January adds fresh macro risk, potentially punching a hole in government  revenues and triggering what some are calling a major “fiscal shock.”

Matt Mena, Crypto Research Strategist at 21Shares, told AMBCrypto,

“This Wednesday’s expected Supreme Court ruling on federal tariff authority will be a massive volatility driver for both the dollar and risk assets.”

He continued,

“Meanwhile, in D.C., the GENIUS and CLARITY Acts are moving toward critical Senate votes; the formalization of a U.S. DeFi framework and digital asset market structure would provide the institutional “seal of approval” needed for the next leg of the bull cycle.”

Against this setup, Bitcoin’s rally is set to face a real test. In fact, on-chain metrics and whale positioning suggest BTC is unlikely to push through unscathed, leaving the next few hours primed for elevated volatility.

On-chain data shows Bitcoin’s momentum is still speculative In the current macro setup, a divergence is the last thing bulls want to see. 

Yet, that’s exactly where Bitcoin sits right now. Looking closer, CoinMarketCap noted that aside from Strategy [MSTR], most BTC DATs have stepped back, keeping corporate demand largely on the sidelines.

Meanwhile, CryptoQuant highlighted rising pressure on key support levels, as new BTC whales push deeper into unrealized losses, dropping their unrealized profit ratio below zero for the first time since May 2022.

Source: CryptoQuant

Notably, that move triggered nearly a 70% pullback in Bitcoin at the time.

That said, a repeat seems unlikely, as ETF demand is still holding strong.

However, current flows suggest (echoing CoinMarketCap) that BTC’s momentum is being driven more by derivatives than by Spot accumulation.

Mena noted,

“Bitcoin is being repriced as an international reserve that remains indifferent to sovereign border disputes. This “neutrality” is being reinforced by record-low exchange reserves and a steady return of ETF inflows, which are effectively floor-pricing the asset regardless of short-term rate volatility.”

This “divergence” comes at a tricky moment. As volatility ramps up ahead of the tariff ruling, these speculative flows could trigger another major liquidity event, quickly unwinding the optimism built around the CPI data.

Final Thoughts Speculative on-chain flows & whale losses leave Bitcoin vulnerable, with momentum driven more by derivatives than Spot accumulation. Rising macro volatility ahead of the tariff ruling could trigger a liquidity event, quickly undoing CPI-driven optimism.

The bank is testing the custom issuance of its own stablecoin on the Stellar network.  This move matters. It signals that blockchain is no longer just for startups or crypto natives. Large institutions are now picking networks that can handle real money, real users, and real regulations.

Why Stellar Appeals to Big Institutions Stellar was designed for payments and asset transfers, which makes it a natural fit for banks. One key reason is reliability. The network has maintained more than 99.99 percent uptime, meaning it is almost always available. For banks that settle billions of dollars, downtime is not an option.

Cost is another major factor. Transactions on Stellar typically settle for less than one cent. That is a big deal compared with traditional cross border payments, which can cost several dollars and take days. On Stellar, settlement usually happens in seconds.

.@usbank is testing custom issuance of its own stablecoin on Stellar.

Stellar’s stablecoin market cap increased 53% YoY. The market cap of RWAs on Stellar increased 196% to $890.2 million. Get the latest from @MessariCrypto.

Lights out and away we go!https://t.co/HwcMQ99Wr2

— Stellar (@StellarOrg) January 13, 2026

Stellar also includes built in asset controls. These tools allow issuers like banks to freeze assets, reverse transfers in limited cases, and meet compliance rules. In simple terms, it helps institutions follow laws around money movement, identity checks, and reporting.

More About Stellar Stellar’s stablecoin market cap has grown sharply over the past year, rising 53% year over year from $159 million to $243.6 million. Much of this growth was driven by PayPal’s decision to launch its PYUSD stablecoin on the Stellar network in September, bringing a major global payments brand into the ecosystem.

@StellarOrg Financial Ecosystem Update, what you need to know:
– In December, the Marshall Islands completed the world’s first onchain universal basic income disbursement by a national government on Stellar.
– @usbank is testing custom issuance of its own stablecoin on Stellar,… pic.twitter.com/5rO1EDuZp7

— Matt Kreiser (@KreiserMatt) January 13, 2026

At the same time, USDC also expanded its presence on Stellar, posting a 45% year over year increase in market cap to $223.1 million. Together, these gains highlight rising demand for fast, low cost stablecoin transfers on Stellar and reinforce the network’s growing role as an institutional grade settlement layer.

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Strength in bitcoin linked U.S. equities, led by Strategy, is reinforcing positive sentiment during U.S. trading hours.

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Ripple has received early approval for an Electronic Money Institution license in Luxembourg. This helps increase its presence in Europe with regard to blockchain payments.

Ripple Obtains Important Regulatory Approval in Luxembourg In its press release, the company confirmed that it has received its preliminary approval in relation to EMI licensing. It was received from the financial regulator in Luxembourg, called the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF). This is an important step in the company’s expansion of its EU cross-border payments infrastructure.

Since obtaining the license, the company is getting closer to the provision of the regulated end-to-end payment services to the financial institutions in the EU. This happened shortly after the company obtained its license from the FCA in the UK.

According to company officials, the solution would facilitate the transformation of European institutions’ outdated settlement systems to always-on payment infrastructure operating around the clock.

Monica Long, President of Ripple, highlighted that the early lead of Europe on regulative frameworks for digital assets has significantly contributed to accelerating the adoption of blockchain at the institutional level.

“The EU was amongst the first major jurisdictions to introduce comprehensive digital assets regulation, which provides the certainty financial institutions need to move blockchain from pilots to commercial scale,” she said.

She further highlighted that the payments platform of the firm is developed to handle the entire flow of value, which unlocks the locked capital within the legacy systems.

Cassie Craddock, Managing Director for the UK and Europe, picked out the increasing importance of Luxembourg as a hub for financial innovation, and how this has made it an attractive location for those developing blockchain infrastructure, thanks to the structured approach of the supervisor there.

We’ve secured our preliminary Electronic Money Institution license approval from Luxembourg’s Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF). 🇪🇺

This is a pivotal step toward scaling Ripple Payments across the EU, bringing institutional-grade digital asset infrastructure… pic.twitter.com/GW3c9gVhDs

— Ripple (@Ripple) January 14, 2026

The CSSF granted the approval in what’s known as a “Green Light Letter,” which confirms Ripple has satisfied all the initial regulatory requirements, and that they are on the right track for a full EMI authorization. When this license is finally achieved, the company would then be able to service customers within the EU.

XRP Payments Expand Worldwide This approval in Luxembourg follows some notable regulatory victories for the company in various regions. In fact, the company secured approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore last month to expand the coverage of its payment services-a step which it believes will increase the usage of its stablecoin offering in the Asia-Pacific region.

It has also received conditional approval from the OCC of the United States of America to operate as a national trust bank in a related development.

Ripple also entered the market in the UAE on the heels of getting the green light from Dubai’s financial regulator to enable the company to offer cross-border payment services in one of the world’s largest trading hubs.

TLDR GXRP led all XRP ETFs with $7.86 million in daily net inflow and 3.68 million XRP tokens. XRCP followed with $2.73 million inflow and now holds the highest total net assets among the products. XRP (Bitwise) recorded a $2.39 million daily inflow and closed at $23.92, gaining 3.37%. XRZP and TOXR saw no new inflows but registered daily price increases of 3.34% and 3.20%, respectively. Combined daily trading volume reached $30.90 million, with all ETFs showing price gains between 3.20% and 3.37%. As of January 13, the daily total net inflow for XRP ETFs reached $12.98 million. According to SoSoValue, the cumulative total net inflow now stands at $1.25 billion. Meanwhile, total net assets across all listed products reached $1.54 billion, representing 1.19% of XRP’s market capitalization.

GXRP, XRCP, and XRP ETFs All Record Daily Inflows A deep look at the performance of individual XRP ETFs, the highest 1-day net inflow was recorded by the GXRP product listed on the NYSE, with $7.86 million. GXRP also showed the highest daily XRP inflow, contributing 3.68 million tokens. Its cumulative net inflow stood at $272.89 million, with total net assets valued at $287.23 million.

Source: SoSoValue (XRP ETFs) The XRCP product on NASDAQ, sponsored by Canary, recorded $2.73 million in 1-day net inflow and 1.28 million XRP tokens. XRCP maintains the highest cumulative inflow at $397.70 million and leads in total net assets with $388.16 million. Its price changed by +3.37%, reaching $22.70 per unit.

XRP, issued on the NYSE and sponsored by Bitwise, saw $2.39 million in daily net inflow and 1.12 million XRP inflow. It holds $302.12 million in cumulative net inflows and $317.88 million in net assets. The token closed at $23.92 with a daily gain of 3.37%.

XRZP and TOXR XRP ETFs Record No Inflows but See Price Gains XRZP, backed by Franklin, had no inflows recorded on January 13 and holds a cumulative net inflow of $281.27 million. Its net assets are reported at $291.04 million with a unit price of $23.19. XRZP still experienced a price increase of 3.34% on the day.

TOXR, sponsored by 21Shares and listed on CBOE, had a stable performance with no daily inflow or outflow and a cumulative net outflow of -$7.77 million. It holds net assets of $252.91 million, with the lowest volume traded and daily share volume of 2.61K. Its unit price rose 3.20%, reaching $20.77.

Across the board, all products experienced a daily price increase ranging from 3.20% to 3.37%. Combined trading volume on January 13 was $30.90 million, with XRZP and XRP leading in traded volume. The XRP Share across products ranged from 0.20% to 0.30% based on net assets.

This week, the company announced it received preliminary approval for its Electronic Money Institution license. The approval came from Luxembourg’s Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier. The news comes just days after Ripple received its EMI license and Cryptoasset Registration from the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority. Together, these licenses add to Ripple’s impressive portfolio of more than 75 regulatory approvals worldwide.

Scaling Payments Across Europe Ripple Payments is a licensed, end-to-end cross-border solution that manages the movement of funds for its customers. The system connects businesses with global payout partners, delivering fast, transparent. And, reliable transactions without requiring companies to build costly infrastructure themselves. To date, Ripple Payments reaches more than 90 percent of daily foreign exchange markets and has processed over 95 billion dollars in volume.

Monica Long, Ripple’s President, explained that Europe’s clear regulatory frameworks give financial institutions the confidence to expand blockchain beyond pilot programs. “By extending Ripple’s licensing portfolio and evolving our payments solution, we are doing more than just moving money. We are managing the end-to-end flow of value to unlock trillions in dormant capital and moving legacy finance into a digital future,” she said.

We’ve secured our preliminary Electronic Money Institution license approval from Luxembourg’s Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF). 🇪🇺

This is a pivotal step toward scaling Ripple Payments across the EU, bringing institutional-grade digital asset infrastructure… pic.twitter.com/GW3c9gVhDs

— Ripple (@Ripple) January 14, 2026

Luxembourg’s CSSF has been praised for its progressive approach to supervision, providing a harmonized framework for digital asset operations. Cassie Craddock, Managing Director for UK and Europe at Ripple, said preliminary approval positions Luxembourg as a key hub for financial innovation. The Green Light Letter received from CSSF signals a path toward full EMI authorization and underscores Ripple’s long-term commitment to the European market, where it already maintains offices in London, Dublin, Luxembourg, Geneva, and Reykjavik.

More About Ripple GTreasury, a Ripple solution, has announced the acquisition of Solvexia, a leading provider of no-code financial automation, data management, and analytics solutions. This move expands GTreasury’s platform to automate reconciliation and regulatory reporting across treasury, finance, and compliance operations. This will tackle a major pain point for finance teams: reliance on manual, spreadsheet-driven processes that increase operational risk and audit exposure.

Big news: GTreasury has acquired @Solvexia, a leader in no-code financial automation for reconciliation and regulatory reporting.

Finance teams spend days on manual reconciliation, creating fraud exposure and audit risks. Solvexia transforms these processes from multi-day… pic.twitter.com/7PyoUZMcjq

— GTreasury (@GTreasury) January 6, 2026

So, by combining GTreasury’s treasury management and digital asset infrastructure with Solvexia’s automation tools, the integrated platform offers a unified approach to financial operations. This will help organizations reduce risk, improve accuracy, and meet growing regulatory demands. According to GTreasury CEO Renaat Ver Eecke, the acquisition removes barriers between treasury, reconciliation, and compliance reporting. This will enable near-perfect accuracy, full transparency, and stronger governance while safeguarding CFO reputation.

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Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin wants the crypto world to remember what this was all about.

In a post on X, Buterin went back to 2014. The original plan for Ethereum wasn’t just about trading coins, but to build a full alternative to Big Tech.

“In 2014, there was a vision: you can have permissionless, decentralized applications that could support finance, social media, ride sharing, governing organizations, crowdfunding, potentially create an entire alternative web,” he said.

But then came DeFi, NFTs, and memecoins. The core idea got buried.

“Over the last five years, this core vision has at times become obscured, with various ‘metas’ and ‘narratives’ at various times taking center stage. But the core vision has never died.”

The Infrastructure Now WorksButerin says all the pieces are finally in place.

Ethereum runs on proof of stake. Transactions are cheap. Scaling through ZK-EVMs and L2s is working. Whisper, the old messaging layer, evolved into Waku. Apps like Status and Railway already use it.

He pointed to Fileverse as proof. It’s a decentralized version of Google Docs with no company servers and central control.

The key test is what happens if Fileverse disappears. Buterin says your documents survive. You can still open them, edit them, share them. He calls this the “walkaway test.”

Also Read: Vitalik Buterin Wants Ethereum to Survive Without Him, Reveals 7-Step Plan

Buterin Goes After “Corposlop”The Ethereum founder took a shot at how centralized tech works today.

“Build a hammer that is a tool you buy once and it’s yours, not a corposlop AI dishwasher that requires you to register for a google account and charges a subscription fee per month for extra washing modes, and probably spies on you,” he wrote.

He backed it up with examples. Dishwashers that need subscriptions for basic features. Air fryers that track what you cook. US sanctions locking a judge out of everyday apps.

What Buterin Wants Builders to DoThe tech is finally ready. Early decentralized apps were clunky and unusable compared to web2. Now, decentralized tools actually work for real tasks like writing, sharing, and collaborating.

That means builders should stop experimenting in theory and start shipping practical products.

The decentralized renaissance depends on builders turning mature infrastructure into real-world software.

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