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The company posted sales growth of 4.8% on a like-for-like basis, fueled by accelerating growth in China despite a continued slowdown in North America.

Yet 68 per cent of employees have received no AI training in the past 12 months, says new LSE–Protiviti research

, /PRNewswire/ -- Employees who use artificial intelligence (AI) are saving the equivalent of a full working day every week, according to new research from the London School of Economics' Inclusion Initiative (TII), in collaboration with global consulting firm Protiviti.

The report, Bridging the Generational AI Gap: Unlocking Productivity for All Generations, which surveyed nearly 3,000 workers and 240 executives globally, reveals that professionals using AI save an average of 7.5 hours per week – worth around $18,000 (approximately £14,000) per employee per year1 in productivity gains or the equivalent of one workday.

However, despite this significant potential, most employees (68%) have received no AI training in the past 12 months, leaving substantial efficiency gains unrealized.

Dr Grace Lordan, Founding Director of The Inclusion Initiative at LSE, who led the research, said: "For business leaders, the priority is clear: closing the AI training gap is one of the fastest ways to unlock measurable returns. Equipping employees with the right skills doesn't just improve individual productivity — it drives sharper decision-making, accelerates innovation and creates stronger overall performance. In an environment where every efficiency counts, organisations that act now will set themselves apart from those still waiting on the sidelines."

AI skills training, not generation, determines AI success

Contrary to popular belief, AI adoption isn't limited to younger generations. The research makes clear that training—not generation—is the decisive factor:

93% of employees who receive AI training use AI in their roles, versus just 57% without training.
Those with training are 2x more productive, saving 11 hours per week compared with 5 hours for the untrained.
A Gen X employee who has received AI skills training in the past 12 months is achieving greater productivity benefits from AI than a Gen Z employee who has not been trained.

Inclusive AI teams outperform

The study also found that when it comes to delivering AI initiatives, generationally diverse teams are more productive: 77% of employees in multigenerational AI project teams reported that their team was productive, compared with 66% of employees in AI teams with low generational diversity.

Dr Daniel Jolles, Research Officer in Behavioural Science at The Inclusion Initiative at LSE, who co-led the research, said:

"Our findings show the importance of recent and relevant training in helping employees engage with AI productively. For older generations in particular, training is key to AI adoption, ensuring their deep business experience helps shape how these technologies are applied. Equipping employees of all generations to use AI effectively and creating diverse AI teams helps remove age-based divides between employees, fosters collaboration, and drives stronger team outcomes."

Fran Maxwell, Global Leader of People & Change, Protiviti, said:

"AI isn't just another tool for the workplace — it's a catalyst for rethinking how they organise, lead and empower their people. The organisations that will benefit the most are those that embed AI into everyday workflows, redesign roles to focus on higher-value work, and give employees the confidence to experiment. This research shows that inclusive adoption across all generations doesn't just improve productivity — it prepares companies for the next wave of change."

Matt Duncan, Managing Director at Protiviti, said:

"Protiviti's 2025 Executive Perspectives on Top Risks Survey revealed that AI and talent-related risks, including the availability of labour and skills to leverage emerging technologies, are among the top 10 challenges for executives. This research highlights that productivity gains can be made by investing in AI skills training across generations. Creating multigenerational AI teams is more likely to drive increased employee commitment, achieve organisational gains and mitigate these risks."

Protiviti and LSE are hosting a virtual launch event on 28 October that will explore the preliminary report findings. Please register here.

Notes to editors

The authors of the research are:

Dr Daniel Jolles, Research Officer in Behavioural Science, The Inclusion Initiative, LSE.

Dr Grace Lordan, Founder and Director of The Inclusion Initiative at LSE, Associate Professor in Behavioural Science, and author of Think Big, Take Small Steps and Build the Future you Want.

The Inclusion Initiative at LSE

The Inclusion Initiate (TII) at LSE was founded by Dr Grace Lordan to bring together a multi-disciplinary team to understand how to measure and improve inclusion and productivity within firms and at the team level.

About Protiviti

Protiviti (www.protiviti.com) is a global consulting firm that delivers deep expertise, objective insights, a tailored approach and unparalleled collaboration to help leaders confidently face the future. Protiviti and its independent and locally owned member firms provide clients with consulting and managed solutions in finance, technology, operations, data, digital, legal, HR, risk and internal audit through a network of more than 90 offices in over 25 countries.

Named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for the 10th consecutive year, Protiviti has served more than 80 percent of Fortune 100 and nearly 80 percent of Fortune 500 companies. The firm also works with government agencies and smaller, growing companies, including those looking to go public. Protiviti is a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Half (NYSE: RHI).

1 Projections based on salary numbers provided by each survey respondent

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October 28, 2025 03:00 ET

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Amaroq Ltd.

Reykjavík, Oct. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amaroq Ltd.
(“Amaroq” or the “Company”)

New Gold Discoveries Across Greenland with Grades up to 38.7 g/t Au

TORONTO, ONTARIO – 28 October 2025 – Amaroq Ltd. (AIM, TSX-V, NASDAQ Iceland: AMRQ, OTCQX: AMRQF), an independent mine development corporation focused on unlocking Greenland’s mineral potential, is pleased to announce the initial results from its 2025 field exploration programme on multiple satellite gold projects in South Greenland, following interpretation by the Company’s technical team. This update covers targets outside of the flagship Nalunaq Mine and the Nanoq advanced exploration project, with those results to be reported in future announcements once assay results are received before year end.

Highlights

Nanortalik Gold Belt  

New high-grade gold discovery at Vagar: up to 28.6 g/t Au over a 2 km ridge at Qoorormiut North Ridge (Q-North Ridge). Now being advanced towards scout drilling.Vagar Ridge re-interpreted: updated geological understanding reveals new high-grade potential and defines follow-up drill targets.Gold-copper system discovered at Anoritooq: Isortup Qoorua, 50km north of Nalunaq, with results up to 38.7 g/t Au and 1.98% Cu, confirming a high-grade Au-Cu zone for follow-up. Amaroq intend to test the potential for Isortup Qoorua to host a significant satellite gold resource.New orogenic gold targets developed adjacent to the Nalunaq Gold Mine at Napasorsuaq with results up to 3.58g/t Au and 0.54% Cu. New gold zone in South West Greenland

New finds at Tartoq & Ippatit: Gold-bearing quartz veins up to 3.1 g/t Au (Tartoq) and 0.7 g/t Au (Ippatit) discovered in previously undocumented zones of quartz veining in the Nanortalik Gold Belt, close to the Nanoq project.New gold discovery at Grænseland with up to 3.9 g/t Au in quartz veins from 0.5 to 2 meters in thickness and over a strike length of approximately 500m. Extensive regional success

540+ samples collected across 11 licences, confirming multiple new gold zones and validating historic showings. James Gilbertson, VP Exploration of Amaroq, commented:
“The 2025 regional exploration programme, which involved over 540 surface samples across 11 licences, confirmed multiple new gold zones, validated historical showings, and defined several drill-ready targets for the 2026 field season. We uncovered high-grade gold of up to 38.7 g/t in new zones within the satellite reaches of our Nalunaq mine, underlining the substantial upside potential across the wider Nanortalik Gold Belt. The discovery at Q-North Ridge, in particular, defines a 2 km long structure that, should grades be continuous, could be a future satellite source of ore for the Nalunaq processing plant. Confirmation of a gold-copper system at Isortup Qoorua and the new veins identified at Tartoq and Grænseland demonstrate that our systematic exploration programme is yielding tangible discoveries. Collectively, these results reaffirm the strategic nature of Amaroq’s gold portfolio and our ability to continue building a multi-asset pipeline within one of Greenland’s most prospective gold districts. We look forward to following up on these high-priority zones and advancing the targets toward drilling, supporting our long-term growth in Greenland.”

2025 Exploration Programme Overview – Satellite Gold Projects within Nanortalik gold belt
During Summer 2025, Amaroq’s exploration team carried out an extensive field programme focused on regional gold targets across South and South-West Greenland. This work was the first full-season exploration campaign on the Company’s gold satellite prospects, since the commencement of Nalunaq mining operations, and its aim was to identify and advance additional gold sources that could eventually supplement production from the Nalunaq mine or form standalone development projects. The programme spanned multiple licences across the Nanortalik gold belt, including Vagar, Anoritooq as well as the Tartoq greenstone belt, and within the Company’s prospecting licences. Work involved geological mapping, prospecting and geochemical sampling, in both historical showing areas and entirely new zones, generated from prior remote sensing and structural interpretation. Field activities ran from mid-June to mid-September 2025, with a total of 542 rock samples collected for assay.

This programme delivered multiple new gold discoveries and important geological advances across Amaroq’s satellite projects in South Greenland, expanding the Company’s pipeline of future development opportunities beyond the Nalunaq Gold Mine.

Vagar (Nanortalik Gold Belt):
A new high-grade gold zone, Q-North Ridge, was discovered with assays up to 28.6 g/t Au across a 2 km alteration corridor — a major new find in the belt. Structural reinterpretation at Vagar Ridge has identified a folded mafic dyke hosting high-grade shoots, generating new drill targets for 2026. Nearby and in close proximity to Nalunaq, Napasorsuaq returned up to 3.6 g/t Au and 0.54% Cu, confirming Nalunaq-style mineralisation and the potential for future satellite feed.

Anoritooq (Nanortalik Gold Belt):
Sampling at Isortup Qoorua confirmed a high-grade gold-copper system with values up to 38.7 g/t Au and 1.98% Cu, marking a major new discovery along the Nanortalik Belt. The potential mineralised corridor extends for several kilometres and will now be advanced toward drilling.

Ippatit (Nanortalik Gold Belt):
Fieldwork identified a network of multi-metre wide quartz veins, that, from float sampling, appears to be carrying anomalous gold (up to 0.68 g/t Au), representing a newly recognised mineralised system with potential for higher grades at depth.

Tartoq (Southwest Greenland):
New gold-bearing quartz veins were discovered at Iterlak, with assays up to 3.14 g/t Au, extending the known gold footprint on this underexplored greenstone belt.

Grænseland (Southwest Greenland):
Initial reconnaissance discovered quartz veins grading up to 3.92 g/t Au over 500 m of strike highlighting the wider potential of Amaroq’s West Greenland licences.

Enquiries:
Amaroq Ltd. C/O
Ed Westropp, Head of BD and Corporate Affairs
+44 (0)7385 755711
[email protected]

Eddie Wyvill, Corporate Development
+44 (0)7713 126727
[email protected]

Panmure Liberum Limited (Nominated Adviser and Corporate Broker)
Scott Mathieson
Nikhil Varghese
Freddie Wooding
+44 (0) 20 7886 2500

Canaccord Genuity Limited (Corporate Broker)
James Asensio
Harry Rees
+44 (0) 20 7523 8000

Camarco (Financial PR)
Billy Clegg
Elfie Kent
Fergus Young
+44 (0) 20 3757 4980

Further Information:

About Amaroq

Amaroq’s principal business objectives are the identification, acquisition, exploration, and development of gold and strategic metal properties in Greenland. The Company’s principal asset is a 100% interest in the Nalunaq Gold mine. The Company has a portfolio of gold and strategic metal assets in Southern Greenland covering the two known gold belts in the region as well as advanced exploration projects at Stendalen and the Sava Copper Belt exploring for Strategic metals such as Copper, Nickel, Rare Earths and other minerals. Amaroq is continued under the Business Corporations Act (Ontario) and wholly owns Nalunaq A/S, incorporated under the Greenland Companies Act.

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

Inside Information
This announcement does not contain inside information.

Qualified Person Statement
The technical information presented in this press release has been approved by James Gilbertson CGeol, VP Exploration for Amaroq and a Chartered Geologist with the Geological Society of London, and as such a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101.

Qualifying Statement: The surface sampling results reported herein are selective and may not be representative of the overall mineralisation present.

October 28, 2025 3:01 AM EDT | Source: SonicStrategy Inc.
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - October 28, 2025) - SonicStrategy Inc., the blockchain infrastructure subsidiary of Spetz Inc. (CSE: SPTZ) (OTCQB: DBKSF), a publicly traded infrastructure company focused on the Sonic blockchain, is pleased to provide an update on Sonic generated through our 100% owned and operated validators since September 16th.

Since the Company's last update on September 16, 2025 (link here), SonicStrategy's validator nodes have generated approximately 760,000 Sonic tokens, representing approximately USD $129,000 based on a Sonic price of USD $0.176 per token.

As of October 24, 2025, the Company's Sonic validators hold 140.5 million self staked Sonic, valued at approximately $24.7 million USD (~$33.4m CAD). Including third-party delegations, total Sonic network exposure across SonicStrategy's infrastructure is approximately 171 million S, representing USD $30.1 million (CAD $40.6 million) in total network stake. These values are based on the current market price of Sonic at $0.176 USD. Third-party delegated tokens remain fully under the control of token holders and are non-custodial in nature.

SonicStrategy operates enterprise-grade validator infrastructure, designed for speed, reliability, and security. Each validator node runs on servers equipped with multi-core CPUs, 32-128 GB of memory, and fast NVMe storage exceeding 1 TB to handle Sonic's high throughput. Nodes are deployed in secure data centers with redundant power and 1 Gbps network connectivity, ensuring consistent performance and uptime.

SonicStrategy Scale and Token Exposure

Total Sonic Exposure: ~171 million Sonic tokens across validators, DeFi strategies, and wallet holdingsFirst Validator: 37.3 million Sonic tokens staked (3.1 million self-staked, 34.2 million third-party delegated, ~140k pending rewards)Second Validator: 127.2M Sonic tokens staked (126.6 million self-staked, ~318k third-party delegated, ~618k pending rewards)Holdings/DeFi Strategies: 6.67 million Sonic Tokens"This growth in our Sonic exposure highlights the strength of our infrastructure and strategy," said Dustin Zinger, CEO of SonicStrategy Inc. "By operating large, enterprise-grade validators, we're not only generating value for shareholders, but also helping secure and decentralize the Sonic network."

SonicStrategy's validator operations generate daily staking rewards. Based on the 129,686,219 Sonic tokens self-staked, SonicStrategy currently earns approximately 5% annually, resulting in 6,484,310 Sonic tokens per year, equivalent to $1,141,238 USD at today's Sonic price of $0.176 USD. An additional 34,572,026 Sonic has been delegated by third parties, generating 256,290 Sonic tokens annually for the Company. This reflects 15% of the 5% rewards, or approximately $45,107 USD at the current price. In total, SonicStrategy earns 6,740,600 Sonic tokens per year, representing approximately $1,186,345 USD in annual staking revenue.

SonicStrategy operates its validator nodes directly, with Sonic Labs providing hosting and infrastructure support at no cost to the Company. As a result, SonicStrategy does not currently incur direct expenses for hardware or data center operations. Sonic Labs and SonicStrategy operate under an informal, non-binding arrangement as independent participants in the Sonic blockchain ecosystem.

For more information, visit the SonicStrategy website at www.sonicstrategy.io.

About Spetz Inc. (dba SonicStrategy)
Spetz Inc. (dba SonicStrategy) (CSE: SPTZ) (OTCQB: DBKSF) is the parent company of SonicStrategy Inc., a public-market gateway to the Sonic blockchain ecosystem. Spetz provides investors with compliant exposure to staking infrastructure and DeFi strategies across the Sonic network.

NEITHER THE CANADIAN SECURITIES EXCHANGE, NOR THEIR REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDERS HAVE REVIEWED OR ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information herein constitutes "forward-looking information" under Canadian securities laws, reflecting management's expectations regarding objectives, plans, strategies, future growth, results of operations, and business prospects of the Company. Words such as "may", "plans," "expects," "intends," "anticipates," "believes," and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements, which are qualified by the inherent risks and uncertainties surrounding future expectations.

Forward-looking statements are based on a number of estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by management, are subject to business, economic, and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. The Company cautions readers not to place undue reliance on these statements, as forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from projected outcomes. Factors influencing these outcomes include economic conditions, regulatory developments, competition, capital availability, and business execution risks. No assurance can be given that any events anticipated by the forward-looking information will transpire or occur, including the Company's intention to apply to up-list its common shares on the Nasdaq Capital Markets and if such application is made, that the Company would be successful.

The forward-looking information contained in this press release represents Spetz's expectations as of the date of this release and is subject to change. Spetz does not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking statements, except as required by law.

This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, and shall not constitute an offer, solicitation or sale in any state, province, territory or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state, province, territory or jurisdiction. None of the securities issued in the Private Placement will be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "1933 Act"), and none of them may be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the 1933 Act.

Staking rewards and validator earnings are subject to a variety of risks, including but not limited to changes in token price, validator performance, network participation rates, and overall blockchain activity. The value of the Company's Sonic token holdings is highly volatile, and balance sheet exposure may fluctuate materially with changes in market prices. There can be no assurance that current validator rewards or token valuations will be sustained in the future.

No securities regulatory authority has either approved or disapproved the contents of this press release.

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Pi Coin surged 32% but saw heavy outflows as traders took profits, sending CMF to a two-month low and signaling weakening investor confidence.RSI turned positive, suggesting short-term bullish potential, but continued outflows could limit recovery and keep Pi Coin range-bound.Holding $0.229 support is crucial; losing it may push Pi Coin to $0.209 or $0.198, confirming a bearish continuation.Pi Coin (PI) witnessed a sharp 32% price surge in the past 24 hours, sparking hopes of a sustained rally. However, the optimism was short-lived as investors seemingly used the brief rally to offload holdings. 

The altcoin’s momentum now faces growing pressure, with technical indicators signaling a potential breakdown if selling continues.

Pi Coin Outflows SurgeThe Chaikin Money Flow (CMF) indicator paints a concerning picture for Pi Coin. Over the past 24 hours, CMF has recorded a steep downtick, falling to a near two-month low. This trend reflects massive capital outflows, suggesting that traders may have taken profits quickly instead of holding for further gains.

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Such sharp declines in CMF often signal growing bearish sentiment. Pi Coin holders appear to have exited their positions amid the intra-day 32% price rise, leading to heavy outflows. This sudden reversal in sentiment could limit near-term recovery prospects, especially if investor confidence continues to wane.

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Pi Coin CMF. Source: TradingViewOn the macro level, Pi Coin’s Relative Strength Index (RSI) is showing a different story. The RSI has spiked sharply over the last 24 hours, moving from the bearish territory below 50.0 to the positive zone. This upward shift usually suggests renewed bullish momentum and the potential for continued short-term gains.

However, despite the improving RSI, the ongoing outflows may hinder the rally. If selling persists, it could offset the positive technical momentum, keeping Pi Coin price range-bound.

Pi Coin RSI. Source: TradingViewPI Price May Struggle To RallyPi Coin’s price stands at $0.229 at the time of writing, holding right above its critical support at the same level. This zone could serve as a launchpad for a potential rebound, provided buyers step back in with conviction.

If Pi Coin manages to hold and bounce from $0.229, it could climb toward $0.256 or even higher. Such a move would indicate renewed market strength and partial recovery from recent profit-taking.

Pi Coin Price Analysis. Source: TradingViewConversely, if the $0.229 support fails, the price may drop to $0.209 and potentially retest $0.198. This would invalidate the bullish outlook and confirm a short-term bearish continuation for Pi Coin.

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Exchanges have filed listing notices for Bitwise Solana Staking ETF (BSOL), Canary Litecoin ETF (LTCC), and Canary HBAR ETF (HBR) to launch on Tuesday. Also, the Grayscale Solana ETF (GSOL) will launch on Wednesday, according to Bloomberg ETF analysts. This happens due to language in a guidance letter from the US SEC.

NYSE, Nasdaq List Solana, Litecoin, HBAR ETFs for Trading
The CERT filing with the U.S. SEC on October 27 highlighted approval from NYSE Arca to list Bitwise Solana Staking ETF (BSOL). Two other CERT filings revealed Nasdaq’s approval to list Canary Litecoin ETF (LTCC) and Canary HBAR ETF (HBR) under the Form 8-A 12(b).

Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas further confirmed that Bitwise Solana Staking ETF (BSOL), Canary Litecoin ETF (LTCC), and Canary HBAR ETF (HBR) to launch on October 28. In addition, the converted Grayscale Solana ETF (GSOL) to start trading on October 29.

Canary Capital CEO Steven McClurg said, “Litecoin and Hedera are the next two token ETFs to go effective after Ethereum. We look forward to launching tomorrow.”

🚨NEW: @CanaryFunds spot $HBAR and $LTC ETFs are now effective and will begin trading on the NASDAQ tomorrow, according to CEO @stevenmcclurg.

“Litecoin and Hedera are the next two token ETFs to go effective after Ethereum,” McClurg told me in a statement. “We look forward to… https://t.co/tPjsjLEE3R

— Eleanor Terrett (@EleanorTerrett) October 27, 2025

Crypto ETFs Approval Despite US Government Shutdown
Despite the U.S. government shutdown, crypto ETFs will get effective with the 8-A and CERT filings. Notably, 8-A is the formal registration of ETF shares under the 1934 Act for trading on an exchange.

The issuers amended S-1 with language that lets them automatically go effective 20 days after filing. If the SEC misses the final deadline in circumstances such as the government shutdown, the S-1 filing goes automatically effective without SEC intervention.

Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart claimed he expects the Solana, HBAR, and Litecoin ETFs to start trading this week. This happened due to language in a guidance letter from the SEC’s Division of Corporate Finance, which came in the form of Q&A.

SEC’s Division of Corporate Finance Q&A. Source: James Seyffart
Replying to Seyffart, corporate legal expert Scott Johnsson said removing the delaying amendment is not a new process. However, it carries some additional risk, such as stop orders when the government shutdown ends or increased fraud risks.

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The Cardano weekly chart is still looking strongly bullish according to independent technician Charting Guy (@ChartingGuy on X) who resurfaced his long-running Fibonacci roadmap and channel study.

Can Cardano Top $6 This Cycle?
His latest post on X on October 26 noted that “ADA is fine as long as uptrend holds,” a view that is anchored in a multi-year rising channel that has contained price action since the 2018–2019 base. The channel features a lower rail now passing through roughly the $0.33–$0.35 area, a midline that has behaved as a recurring pivot since 2020, and overhead parallels that intersect with Fibonacci extension targets later in the cycle.

Cardano continues to make higher highs, higher lows | Source: X @ChartingGuy
The chart history mapped on his visuals is orderly. The 2021–2022 bear trend, drawn as a steep descending line from the prior peak, ended into the channel’s lower support and resolved through a series of falling trendline breakouts during 2023 and early 2024. Since Q4 2023, the chart has shown a series of higher highs and higher lows. Currently, the ADA price is again guided by a falling trendline.

Everything in the layout revolves around the Fibonacci ladder. The retracement set on the right margin—derived from the 2021 peak to the cycle low—marks 0% at $0.23488, then $0.33360 (0.136), $0.43180 (0.236), $0.62932 (0.382), a mid-range 0.5 at $0.85, $1.15694 (0.618), $1.43911 (0.702), $1.78464 (0.786), $2.32189 (0.888), and $3.09981 (1.000). Above that stack, the cycle extensions are plotted at $6.25325 (1.272), $9.00941 (1.414) and $15.26831 (1.618).

Cardano channel analysis, weekly chart | Source: X @ChartingGuy
Those numbers are consistent with how the analyst framed the market earlier in the year. On April 27 he wrote that “ADA fibs are very important here. The 0.618 is a STRONG resistance… the 0.382 MUST hold… neutral until one of these breaks on a weekly close.” That roadmap has aged intact.

Rallies through spring and summer repeatedly stalled in the 0.500–0.618 zone, with the 0.618 level at $1.15694 capping advances. Pullbacks, in turn, have found bids near the 0.382 pivot at $0.62932.

On September 18, after that rejection, he updated that “ADA higher low ✅ … higher high pending… still targeting 1.272 fib this cycle,” tying the price structure back to the extension grid. The implication is not casual moon-math; it is geometric. If ADA continues to defend the uptrend defined by the channel’s lower rail and, crucially, converts the 0.618 retracement at $1.15694 into support on weekly closes, the path reopens into the upper retracement shelf—$1.43911 at 0.702 and $1.78464 at 0.786—before confronting the 0.888 marker at $2.32189.

A yellow waypoint for a higher high (on the main chart) sits near ~$2.30, deliberately aligning with that 0.888 level to flag a logical checkpoint for the next impulsive leg beneath the full retrace at $3.09981.

Only beyond that zone does the headline question come into play. The analyst’s cycle objective is the 1.272 extension at $6.25325. On his canvas, that target is not an orphaned price label; it intersects with the upper parallels of the multi-year rising channel further out in time, which means the extension is technically consistent with the same structure that has governed ADA since the last cycle’s base.

The risk management side of the ledger remains equally explicit: lose the 0.382 at $0.62932 on a weekly closing basis and the neutral-to-constructive stance is impaired, pushing focus back to $0.43180 and $0.33360, with the 0% anchor at $0.23488 defining the absolute boundary of the cycle floor inside the channel’s lower third.

As the latest candles on the charts show, ADA sits mid-channel with the higher low confirmed and the range unresolved beneath descending trendline supply. The triggers are unchanged and numerically clear. A sustained weekly close above $1.15694 would validate an attempt toward $1.44, $1.78, and $2.32, with $3.10 the final retrace before extension math takes over.

A failure through $0.62932 would flatten the uptrend call. Between those guardrails, the analyst’s October 26 message reads less like bravado and more like a conditional statement embedded in the chart itself: Cardano can still reach $6.25 this cycle—but only if the uptrend continues to hold and the 0.618 ceiling finally gives way.

At press time, ADA traded at $0.67.

ADA trades below key resistance, 1-week chart | Source: ADAUSDT on TradingView.com
Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com

The crypto market is bracing for a crucial test of stability as more than $653 million worth of tokens are set to be unlocked between October 27 and November 3, 2025. At the forefront of this wave is SUI, with an estimated $119.13 million in tokens scheduled for release — the largest among the upcoming events.

Pi Coin (PI) experienced a dramatic 32% surge within the past 24 hours, igniting hopes of a lasting bullish rally. However, the excitement quickly faded as many investors capitalized on the brief uptrend to secure profits, triggering renewed selling pressure. Technical indicators now suggest that Pi Coin’s momentum could falter if this wave of selling persists.

The Chaikin Money Flow (CMF) indicator highlights growing concerns, showing a sharp decline to its lowest level in nearly two months. This steep downtick points to significant capital outflows, signaling that traders are exiting positions rather than accumulating. Such strong CMF declines typically reflect bearish sentiment and waning investor confidence. As a result, Pi Coin may face challenges sustaining its upward momentum in the short term.

Interestingly, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) paints a more optimistic picture. The RSI has risen sharply from below 50 into positive territory, indicating renewed buying pressure and the potential for a short-term rebound. Yet, without sustained capital inflows, this bullish momentum could fade quickly, leaving the price range-bound.

Currently, Pi Coin trades around $0.229—just above a crucial support level. Holding this level could open the door for a potential rebound toward $0.256 or higher, signaling renewed strength. However, failure to maintain this support could drag the price down to $0.209 or even $0.198, confirming a bearish continuation.

In essence, while Pi Coin’s RSI hints at recovery potential, increasing outflows and profit-taking suggest caution. Unless buyers re-enter decisively, Pi Coin’s rally could lose steam, keeping its price under pressure in the near term.

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ClearBank has entered into a strategic framework agreement with Circle Internet Financial to expand the use of USD Coin (USDC) and EUR Coin (EURC) across Europe. The partnership connects ClearBank’s regulated cloud-based banking infrastructure with Circle’s blockchain payment network, enabling faster, cheaper, and more transparent cross-border transactions for institutions and fintechs.

Through the integration of Circle Mint and the Circle Payments Network (CPN), ClearBank will allow clients to issue and redeem stablecoins directly, bringing blockchain-powered efficiency into traditional finance. Mark Fairless, CEO of ClearBank, emphasized that the collaboration “bridges regulated banking systems with blockchain-based payments,” adding that the combination of ClearBank’s cloud platform and Circle’s expertise would help clients “transact globally at internet speed.”

Sanja Kon, Circle’s Vice President for Partnerships EMEA, described the deal as a major milestone in building “an open, programmable financial system” that improves transparency and reach for institutional payments. The initiative follows Circle’s earlier partnership with Deutsche Börse Group to integrate USDC and EURC settlement on 360T Markets, reflecting a broader trend of banks joining tokenized money networks.

ClearBank’s move coincides with Europe’s accelerated shift toward digital finance under the upcoming Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, set to take effect in 2026. MiCA will require stablecoin issuers to maintain full reserves and regular audits, reinforcing market trust. Major European banks such as ING, ABN AMRO, and Banco Santander are already exploring tokenized deposits and blockchain settlements, while the Swiss National Bank is piloting wholesale CBDCs.

According to the European Blockchain Observatory, over 60% of EU financial institutions plan to adopt blockchain payment systems by 2026. As digital currency adoption accelerates, Europe is poised to lead the global transition toward regulated, blockchain-based financial infrastructure.

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This rating places it in junk bond territory but with a stable outlook. The rating was also the first-ever S&P evaluation of a Bitcoin treasury firm. The agency specifically pointed to Strategy’s high Bitcoin exposure, limited US liquidity, and debt reliance as key risks, though investors seemed unfazed as the stock rose 2.27% on Monday. Meanwhile, corporate crypto buyers largely paused their Bitcoin and Ethereum accumulation since the early October market slump. Coinbase’s David Duong said digital asset treasuries have cut buying to yearly lows, with BitMine Immersion Technologies being the only major firm still purchasing aggressively.

Strategy Earns Junk RatingS&P Global Ratings assigned Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin-focused company, Strategy, a “B-” credit rating. This classification places it in the speculative, non-investment-grade category, which is referred to as “junk bond” status. Despite the label, S&P described the firm’s outlook as stable, which means that it has at least some confidence in its ability to manage its obligations and maintain financial stability.

The agency pointed to several key weaknesses behind its assessment, including Strategy’s heavy concentration in Bitcoin, its narrow business model, limited US dollar liquidity, and weak risk-adjusted capitalization. With 640,808 BTC on its balance sheet that was acquired largely through debt and equity financing, the company’s success remains closely tied to Bitcoin’s performance. 

S&P explained that Strategy faces a fundamental “currency mismatch,” since its debt is denominated in US dollars while its liquidity reserves are largely tied to Bitcoin and its breakeven software operations.

The rating is a historic first: it’s the first time S&P Global formally evaluated a company whose core business revolves around a Bitcoin treasury. This sets a precedent for how traditional financial institutions may assess the creditworthiness of crypto-centered firms moving forward. Interestingly, Strategy’s B-minus rating places it on par with decentralized stablecoin issuer Sky Protocol (formerly MakerDAO), which received the same score in August due to concerns over depositor concentration, centralized governance, and capitalization risks.

While an upgrade is unlikely in the next year, S&P indicated that Strategy could improve its standing by strengthening its US dollar liquidity, reducing dependence on debt, and showing continued access to capital markets, even during downturns in Bitcoin’s price. However, the agency also warned that if Bitcoin experiences a severe correction, Strategy might be forced to sell its holdings at depressed prices to meet debt obligations, which could actually trigger a downgrade.

Strategy’s stock price over the past 24 hours (Source: Google Finance)

Despite the speculative rating, Strategy’s stock stayed resilient. The company’s shares rose 2.27% on Monday, suggesting that investors are largely unfazed by the assessment. Though down 19% over the past 6 months, Strategy is still one of Nasdaq’s standout performers.

Corporate Crypto Buyers Hit PauseMeanwhile, publicly listed companies that hold Bitcoin and Ethereum on their balance sheets have largely halted their accumulation since the sharp market downturn earlier in October. This could suggest that there is a growing sense of caution among major crypto treasuries. 

According to Coinbase Institutional’s head of investment research, David Duong, digital asset treasury (DAT) firms — which typically include some of the market’s biggest Bitcoin buyers — have “largely ghosted” the market since the Oct. 10 drawdown and have not returned to major buying even during brief price recoveries.

Duong pointed out that over the past two weeks, Bitcoin purchases by these companies dropped to near year-to-date lows and have yet to show meaningful signs of recovery. The pullback reflects the reduced confidence in the market after the steep selloff that saw Bitcoin fall 9% between Oct. 10 and 11, dropping from around $121,500 to lows below $110,500. Since then, BTC was able to rebound slightly to trade at $113,933 at press time.

BTC’s price action over the past month (Source: CoinMarketCap)

The cooling sentiment also weighed on the market valuations of many crypto treasury firms, whose stock prices started to align more closely with the value of their underlying assets after strong rallies earlier this year. Duong described the buying slowdown as a sign that even the “heavy hitters with deep pockets” are proceeding carefully after a leveraged market washout, despite Bitcoin hovering around technical support levels.

One exception to this trend is BitMine Immersion Technologies, an Ethereum-focused treasury firm that continued buying aggressively. Duong said BitMine spent over $1.9 billion since Oct. 10 to buy close to 483,000 ETH, making it the only consistent buyer over the past few weeks. Ethereum followed Bitcoin’s downturn earlier this month by plunging over 15% to $3,686 before recovering slightly to around $4,100.

Duong warned that if BitMine slows or pauses its purchases, the market could lose one of its few remaining sources of corporate demand.

The crypto landscape of 2025 is shaping into a high-stakes contest between two major forces: Solana's institutional strength and BlockDAG's community-driven momentum. While Solana (SOL) gains traction among traditional investors through exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and major asset managers, BlockDAG (BDAG) is winning hearts with a decentralized, transparent, and highly participatory approach.

Institutional investors signal confidence in Ethereum’s role in defi and tokenization via BlackRock's regulated crypto offering.

Key Takeaways

BlackRock clients bought $72.5 million worth of Ethereum in a single day via the spot Ethereum ETF.
This transaction underscores institutional interest in Ethereum, particularly due to its role in smart contracts and tokenization.

BlackRock clients purchased $72.5 million in Ethereum on Monday through the asset manager’s spot Ethereum ETF. BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has been building exposure to on-chain infrastructure through regulated crypto products.

The purchase reflects growing institutional interest in Ethereum as a foundational asset for smart contracts and tokenization. BlackRock’s spot Ethereum ETF enables institutional investors to gain streamlined crypto exposure through regulated products that bridge traditional finance and web3.

Institutions have been rotating into Ethereum amid increased demand for liquid, regulated crypto products focused on DeFi and tokenization. BlackRock continues to facilitate Ethereum accumulation through its ETF, highlighting the cryptocurrency’s role as a core asset for emerging web3 ecosystems.

Disclaimer

The Hedera (HBAR) community is celebrating a major milestone as the network's first U.S. exchange-traded fund (ETF) is set to start trading on Nasdaq this Tuesday, October 28, 2025.

Key Takeaways
How many BNB tokens have been removed from circulation?
A total of 64.26 million BNB tokens have been burned to date.

Can it boost BNB’s value in the long run?
Yes, given other bullish catalysts like treasury demand and growing network activity.

BNB Chain burnt 1.44 million BNB tokens, worth over $1.65 billion, during its latest deflationary move. The burn program, which began in 2017 and is done quarterly, has removed  64.26 million BNB so far. 

Now, there are only 137.7 million BNB tokens left in circulation. At this deflation rate of about 4 million BNB per year, the altcoin could shrink its supply below 100 million in ten years. 

Source: Binance

Deflation meets BNB chain activity
With growing partnerships, including bringing countries like Kyrgyzstan on-chain, more activity would lead to more fees. Hence, more burn rate. Perhaps, the supply crunch could accelerate in the next few years. 

Overall, Binance founder CZ has linked the altcoin’s traction to “building and community efforts,” including demand from treasury companies.

Here, one could also draw parallels between BNB and Hyperliquid [HYPE], which also has an aggressive deflationary program. HYPE, by extension, has maintained its moat from its great product and the buyback program. 

Will it keep BNB above $1k?
So far, BNB has held well above the $1k psychological level after rejection near $1,400. Should the previous high be cleared, $1.5k could be the next bullish target. 

Source: BNB/USDT, TradingView 

It’s also worth pointing out that despite recent weakening, the daily RSI has stayed above average. Similarly, the On-Balance Volume (OBV) didn’t break below its key trendline support in 2025. Taken together, the technical indicators leaned bullish. 

On-chain data also supported the aforementioned bullish inclination. According to Arkham data, the overall on-chain exchange flow has been negative in October. Even the flash crash did not drive a massive sell-off from BNB holders. 

At the time of writing, the average Exchange Outflows were 179k BNB tokens. It meant that more BNB has been moved from platforms to self-custody – A bullish cue. 

Source: Arkham

The deflationary program, roughly about 4 million BNB per year, growing network activity, and on-chain data, all seem to be leaning bullish so far. 

This could justify long-term investment or holding of the token. However, for traders, short-term factors like macro landscapes and any negative updates could still affect the price action. 

Crypto exchange-traded fund (ETF) issuers may not have to wait much longer to expand beyond spot Bitcoin and Ether funds despite the ongoing U.S. government shutdown.

SOL, LTC, And HBAR ETFs Ready For Go-Time
On Monday, the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) posted listing notices on Monday for four new spot cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

Bloomberg’s senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas confirmed in a post on X that listing notices suggest that Bitwise’s Solana (SOL) Staking ETF, along with Canary Litecoin (LTC) and Canary Hedera (HBAR) ETFs, are set to start trading as soon as tomorrow (Tuesday).

“This is another landmark moment in what has been a pivotal year for the crypto industry. Canary is incredibly proud to have delivered on our mission to bring registered crypto investment solutions to the broader investment public,” said Steven McClurg, CEO and founder of Canary Capital.

Meanwhile, Grayscale’s Solana fund is scheduled to convert the following day, assuming there’s no last-minute delay from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

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New SEC Guidance Clears Path
The launch of these ETFs comes after the SEC issued guidance roughly a week after the closure of the U.S. government, explaining procedures for companies seeking to go public. Specifically, the agency indicated that if firms want to launch ETFs, they can submit an S-1 registration statement without a so-called delaying amendment. With a delaying amendment, the ETF wouldn’t go live for 20 days, giving the SEC adequate time to address comments.

It’s worth noting that the S-1 must be final, as any adjustments will restart the clock and delay their effectiveness by 20 days. As part of that process, firms must file a Form 8-A, and two were filed by Canary Capital earlier in the day on Monday for the LTC and HBAR ETFs.

The sudden appearance of listing notices follows a new outlook for altcoin ETFs after U.S. President Donald Trump took office and appointed crypto-friendly Paul Atkins as SEC chairman. 

Before the federal government shutdown, the crypto industry was set for a flood of new crypto ETFs in October, with the SEC expected to make final decisions on 16 crypto ETFs this month. The shutdown left everything in limbo, with deadlines passing with no action taken. 

While the move on Monday surprised many in the market, the general consensus is that the launch of these altcoin-tied exchange-traded funds could spark a new altcoin rally, as the products would open up investors to the tokens.

Q3: 2025-10-27 Earnings SummaryEPS of $2.13 misses by $0.21

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Revenue of

$623.51M

(6.19% Y/Y)

beats by $18.65M

Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. (NYSE:SSD) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 27, 2025 5:00 PM EDT

Company Participants

Michael Olosky - CEO, President & Director
Matt Dunn - CFO & Treasurer

Conference Call Participants

Kimberly Orlando - ADDO Investor Relations
Dan Moore - CJS Securities, Inc.
Timothy Wojs - Robert W. Baird & Co. Incorporated, Research Division
Kurt Yinger - D.A. Davidson & Co., Research Division

Presentation

Operator

Greetings, and welcome to the Simpson Manufacturing Co. Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call. [Operator Instructions]

It is now my pleasure to introduce your host, Kim Orlando of Investor Relations. Thank you. You may begin.

Kimberly Orlando
ADDO Investor Relations

Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to Simpson Manufacturing Co.'s Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call.

Any statements made on this call that are not statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on certain estimates and expectations and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual future results may vary materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. We encourage you to read the risks described in the company's public filings and reports, which are available on the SEC's or the company's corporate website. Except to the extent required by applicable securities laws, we undertake no obligation to update or publicly revise any of the forward-looking statements that we make here today, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

On this call, we will also refer to non-GAAP measures such as adjusted EBITDA, which is reconciled to the most comparable GAAP measure of net income in the company's earnings press release.

Please note that the earnings press release was issued today at approximately 4:15 p.m. Eastern Time. The earnings press release is available on the Investor Relations page of the company's website at ir.simpsonmfg.com. Today's

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Existing US tariffs and levies on transshipments.
Plans for US duties under the source of origin rule.
US export restrictions on global shipments to China that contain US software.
Restrictions on US semiconductor exports to China.
Russia.
Taiwan.

With many talking points, the chances of an actual trade agreement by October 30 looked slim.

Mainland Markets Lag as Investors Await Trump–Xi Showdown
Notably, Mainland China and Hong Kong equity markets lagged their Asian market peers. The CSI 300 and the Shanghai Composite Index rose 1.19% and 1.18%, respectively, while the Hang Seng Index advanced 1.05%. The gains suggested a degree of investor caution ahead of the October 30 meeting.

Nevertheless, the weekend’s developments signaled a marked shift in US-China trade relations, potentially boosting global trade terms, a boon for export-dependent economies.

AUD/USD advanced 0.71% on October 27 to close at $0.65550, while gold plunged 3.16% to end the session below $4,000 for the first time since October 9.

Economic Backdrop: China’s Domestic Challenges
The latest US-China trade news comes at a pivotal time for China’s economy. Recent trade data and industrial profit numbers signaled a rebound in external demand, boosting profit margins. Exports soared 8.3% year-on-year in September, increasing from just 4.4% in August. Industrial profits surged 21.6% year-on-year, up from 20.4% in August.

Yet overcapacity and excess supply continue to fuel deflationary pressures plaguing the economy. Electric vehicle, lithium battery, and solar panel production have outstripped demand, leading to manufacturers cutting prices and flooding global markets.

A US-China trade deal including lower or even zero US tariffs on Chinese goods could rebalance the scales. Strong US demand could be crucial given the impact of squeezed profit margins on the Chinese labor market, wage growth, and ultimately, domestic consumption.

Alicia Garcia, Natixis Asia Pacific Chief Economist, commented on China’s overcapacity and excess supply woes, stating:

“As wages stagnate amid this supply surge, the very productivity gains meant to elevate living standards risk hollowing out the middle class, turning high-quality development into a phrase that rings hollow for the factory worker facing job insecurity or the small entrepreneur squeezed by behemoth competitors.”

Garcia Herrero also criticized the Communist Party Fourth Plenum’s unwillingness to address these imbalances, adding:

“Beijing’s response? More coordination, perhaps, but the plenum’s silence on recalibrating these forces suggests the gamble continues, better that sheer volume will eventually forge dominance – even if it means navigating a deflationary minefield in the interim.”

However, transitioning from an industrial to a consumption-led economy remains a key goal. Garcia Herrero labeled Beijing’s ambition to maintain its export dominance while shielding the economy from external forces, including tariffs, as dual circulation.

Considering domestic price pressures and oversupply, further targeted policy measures aimed at bolstering household income and consumer spending are likely.

Policy Signals: Stimulus Push
Former People’s Bank of China (PBoC) policymaker Yu Yongding reportedly called for a stimulus bazooka on October 27. According to CN Wire:

“Yu Yongding, former monetary policy committee member at the People’s Bank of China, urged China to boost investment to revive domestic demand, advocating a major infrastructure push in the next five-year plan starting 2026.”

CN Wire added:

“Yu argued, “In a situation of inadequate demand, infrastructure investment delivers immediate economic results. Measures to directly stimulate consumption have some effect. But even if intensified, they may not be enough to fill the gap in demand.”

Yu reportedly concluded:

“Trade’s role in China’s economy is fading, and domestic-focused initiatives, such as infrastructure projects, could raise household incomes and drive demand for building materials and construction, shifting growth toward internal demand rather than exports.”

Mainland Equities: Positioning Ahead of APEC
Mainland equity markets came under selling pressure in early trading on Tuesday, October 28. Investors took profit ahead of Trump’s highly anticipated meeting with President Xi on Thursday, October 30. The CSI 300 fell 0.17%, while the Shanghai Composite Index declined 0.15%. The Hang Seng Index mirrored the Mainland equity markets, dropping 0.24%.

However, the losses were modest amid rising optimism over a US-China trade deal, supporting a potential recovery.

A trade deal, including lower tariffs on Chinese shipments, could send the CSI 300 and the Shanghai Composite toward their previous all-time highs – set in 2021 for the CSI 300 and 2015 for the Shanghai Composite.

China CSI 300 – Daily Chart – 281025
While markets await Trump’s meeting with President Xi, Beijing’s policy signals will also influence market sentiment.

Key Events Ahead: APEC Summit and PMI Data
The final few sessions in October could be a pivotal moment for Mainland and Hong Kong-listed stocks. A landmark US-China trade deal will likely fuel demand for risk assets. However, lower tariffs will be key, given that Chinese manufacturers continue facing margin pressures.

Chinese NBS Manufacturing PMI data on Friday, October 31, will also influence sentiment. Economists forecast the Manufacturing PMI to slip from 49.8 in September to 49.6 in October. A sharper drop could fuel speculation about policy support from Beijing, potentially sending Mainland equity markets higher.

Year-to-date, the CSI 300 and the Shanghai Composite Index are up 19.7% and 19.2%, respectively, while the Hang Seng Index has soared 31.3%. Fresh stimulus and a trade breakthrough could narrow performance gaps across markets.

Outlook
While uncertainty lingers over a comprehensive U.S.–China trade deal, the momentum of negotiations and market optimism highlight a potential inflection point for global trade dynamics. A tariff rollback would provide relief for Chinese manufacturers and lift broader risk sentiment across Asia.

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AIxCrypto’s Strategic Roadmap

QLGN (soon to be AIxCrypto) has launched its new Web3 and crypto asset business initiatives. Following its targeted rebranding on November 12, the Company will launch the public beta of its BesTrade DeAI Agent by the end of November and release its EAI RWA Utility Token Whitepaper.

By the end of 2025, AIxCrypto aims to achieve three major milestones:

Expand the C10 Treasury to $50 Million AUM Strengthen its role as the core reserve asset of the Web3 ecosystem through key products such as C10 Treasury and C10 Index — serving as the first engine of the Crypto Flywheel - as of October 17, QLGN’s C10 Treasury completed $12 million in crypto asset allocations.

Accelerate Global Growth of the BesTrade DeAI Agent As the Company’s flagship product, the BesTrade DeAI Agent acts as a Meta Exchange that intelligently connects users and value by optimizing transaction pathways and returns. Following the beta release, a global user growth campaign will begin — positioning BesTrade as a top-tier AI trading platform and the second engine of the Crypto Flywheel.

Launch Crypto Ecosystem Tokens on Leading Exchanges Supported by a potential C10 stablecoin and EAI + Crypto RWA dual-bridge products, AIxCrypto could build a sustainable on-chain value growth system — serving as the third engine of the Crypto Flywheel.

About Qualigen Therapeutics, Inc.

Qualigen Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: QLGN) is a biotechnology company based in Carlsbad, California, specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative oncology and immunology therapies. The company is also actively expanding into crypto asset and Web3 strategies, integrating cutting-edge technology with capital market innovation to accelerate global growth and ecosystem expansion.

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"Business leaders are eager to capture the promise of AI, but too often they get stuck in pilots or struggle to scale," said Raul Fernandez, President and CEO of DXC. "DXC is uniquely positioned to help, with deep industry expertise, proven AI capabilities, and a track record of transforming complex operations. Xponential provides a blueprint that combines human expertise with AI, embeds governance and security from day one, and continuously evolves as AI matures --helping enterprises move from vision to value with speed and confidence." 

As enterprises navigate a transitional AI era, many still lack a cohesive strategy connecting AI to their people and processes. Xponential provides a structured, repeatable blueprint for orchestrating AI across technology, embedding governance from day one, and delivering early wins that help organizations scale with speed and confidence. At the heart of Xponential are five interdependent pillars:

Insight – Embedded governance, compliance, and observability to ensure responsible AI. 
Accelerators – Proprietary and partner-built tools that speed up deployment and increase efficiency. 
Automation – Agentic frameworks and protocols that optimize AI across processes. 
Approach – Human+ collaboration that combines skilled professionals and AI to amplify outcomes. 
Process – A delivery methodology with the flexibility to start small, achieve early wins, and scale rapidly across the enterprise.
DXC is helping global enterprises build, deploy, and scale AI with the Xponential framework across industries: 

At Textron, a multi-industry company, DXC implemented AI-powered automation and workflow optimization, cutting service desk tickets by 20% and proactively resolving network issues for 32,000 employees.  
The European Space Agency (ESA), an intergovernmental organization that collaborates internationally and supports European industry and the economy through space technology and research, is working with DXC to implement ASK ESA, an AI-powered platform that unifies data, accelerates research, and enhances collaboration across the agency. 
Singapore General Hospital, Singapore's largest tertiary hospital and ranked among the world's best, partnered with DXC to develop the Augmented Intelligence in Infectious Diseases (AI2D) solution, using AI-driven insights and collaborative human+AI decision-making to guide antibiotic choices for lower respiratory tract infections with 90% accuracy and improve patient care while combating antimicrobial resistance.  
Ferrovial, a global infrastructure company, is working with DXC to develop AI Workbench, a generative AI offering which combines consulting, engineering and secure enterprise services. Leveraging more than 30 AI Agents making real-time decisions, Ferrovial is already using AI Workbench to enhance operations for more than 25,500 employees.
To scale these proven results, DXC leverages its global team of 50,000 full-stack engineers and AI-first facilities including Innovation Centers, Centers of Competency, and Centers of Excellence across six continents. This worldwide network empowers DXC to accelerate responsible AI adoption, deliver measurable business impact, and help enterprises operationalize AI at scale across industries and regions.

To learn more about AI at DXC, visit our website.

About DXC Technology
DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) is a leading global provider of information technology services. We're a trusted operating partner to many of the world's most innovative organizations, building solutions that move industries and companies forward. Our engineering, consulting and technology experts help clients simplify, optimize and modernize their systems and processes, manage their most critical workloads, integrate AI-powered intelligence into their operations, and put security and trust at the forefront. Learn more on dxc.com.

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