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An old address holding 400 Bitcoin worth over $44 million has moved their "digital gold."
The coins had sat in the digital wallet since November 2013. Bitcoin is up 16,000% since then.
A growing number of "Satoshi-era" investors have moved their Bitcoin in recent months with BTC steadily above $100K.
Another long-term Bitcoin investor is back in action and making moves.

Data from Arkham Intelligence shows that an address holding over $44 million in digital coins made a transaction after 12 years of dormancy.

Sunday was the first time the 400 Bitcoin had been touched since they arrived in the digital wallet in November 2013— just four years after the oldest blockchain came to life.

Back then, the price of Bitcoin stood at around $720, according to CoinGecko. It's now trading for over $114,000—a nearly 16,000% rise. As is often the case, it's unclear who owns the wallet, as such personally identifying information isn't included on the blockchain.

Back in 2013, the lowest price the oldest cryptocurrency touched was a mere $13. It soared to over $1,132 by the end of the year. 

Old addresses holding such large amounts of Bitcoin likely belong to miners—people or companies—who started minting new coins during the digital asset's early years.

Back then, new coins could be produced using desktop computers. But now in the increasingly industrialized Bitcoin mining world, companies use warehouses full of computers to process transactions on the crypto network. 

A number of big, long-term Bitcoin holders—known as "whales"—have started moving coins this year as the cryptocurrency dubbed "digital gold" trades comfortably above $100,000. Such moves have, in the past, spooked markets, as traders largely interpret such reactivations of old wallets as an intention to sell off the stash.

At the moment, market sentiment on Bitcoin has once again flipped bullish, with users on Myriad—a prediction market developed by Decrypt's parent company Dastan—now favoring a move to $125K over a drop to $105K at nearly 58%. Those odds had dropped as low as 29% just yesterday.

Back in July, a whale sold more than 80,000 Bitcoin—over $9 billion at the time—after holding the coins for 14 years. Analysts were initially puzzled, but institutional crypto firm Galaxy later revealed it had executed the sale for the unidentified Satoshi-era investor.

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A surprise bounce has reclaimed a key $4,000 price floor – Ethereum price predictions now point to broader upside with fresh buyer conviction.

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NYSE American LLC (“NYSE American” or the “Exchange”) announced today that the staff of NYSE Regulation has determined to commence proceedings to delist the three securities enumerated below (“Securities”) of dMY Squared Technology Group, Inc. (the “Company”) from NYSE American. Trading in the Company’s Securities will be suspended immediately.

NYSE Regulation reached its decision to delist the Company’s Securities pursuant to Sections 119(b) and 119(f) of the NYSE American Company Guide because the Company failed to consummate a business combination within (i) 36 months of the effectiveness of its initial public offering registration statement, or (ii) such shorter period that the Company specified in its registration statement.

The Company has a right to a review of NYSE Regulation staff’s determination to delist the Company’s Securities by the Listings Qualifications Panel of the Committee for Review of the Board of Directors of the Exchange. The NYSE American will apply to the Securities and Exchange Commission to delist the Company’s Securities upon completion of all applicable procedures, including any appeal by the Company of the NYSE Regulation staff’s decision.

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(September 29, 2025) – TheNewswire - Femto Technologies Inc. (OTCID: FMTOF) (“Femto” or the “Company”),

 is pleased to announce the appointment of Mor Bzizinsky to its board of directors. Ms. Bzizinsky received a B.A. in Law and Economics from the College of Management in Rishon LeZion, Israel. She has been an attorney since 2012 and owns and manages a private law practice.

Ms. Bzizinsky is also nominated to the Audit Committee of the company.

Mr. Yftah Ben Yaackov states: “We are very pleased to have Miss. Bzizinsky join the board as an

independent director. Ms. Bzizinsky’s business and legal background as well as the fact that she is a woman will help us advance our entry into the Femtech market with our innovative products”

About Femto Technologies Inc.

Femto Technologies Inc. (OTCID: FMTOF) is a cutting-edge femtech company spearheading transformative advancements in wellness technology. With a strong emphasis on AI-driven solutions, Femto is dedicated to innovating products that enhance well-being through intelligent technology integration.

ABOUT SENSERA

Sensera is a feminine wellness device designed to bridge the gap between feminine pleasure and wellness, providing a holistic self-care experience that adapts to a woman’s changing needs. Sensera utilizes Femto’s proprietary Smart Release System (SRS) technology, including machine learning and AI, to enhance feminine wellness. Sensera is a CES Innovation Awards® 2025 Honorary in the AI category.

For more information on Sensera, please visit www.senserawellness.com and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

MEDIA CONTACT

For product demonstration and media

Samantha Breen

Opportunity PR (for Sensera)

[email protected]

+1 949.290.2834

COMPANY CONTACT

Gabi Kabazo

Chief Financial Officer

Tel: (604) 833-6820

e‐mail: [email protected]

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes certain statements that may be deemed “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and under Canadian securities laws. When used in this press release, the words “may”, “would”, “could”, “will”, “intend”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward‐looking statements. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, and actual circumstances, events or results may differ materially from those projected in such forward-looking statements.

Although the Company believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance, and actual events or developments may differ materially from those in forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements necessarily involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which may cause the Company’s actual performance and financial results in future periods to differ materially from any projections of future performance or results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such statements reflect the Company's current views with respect to future events and are subject to such risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual results to differ materially from the statements made, including future financial performance, unanticipated regulatory requests and delays, final patents approval, and those factors discussed in filings made by the company with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities, including (without limitation) in the company's management's discussion and analysis for the year ended December 31, 2024 and annual information form dated March 31, 2025, which are available under the company's profile at www.sedarplus.ca, and in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year then ended that was filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on March 31, 2025. Should one or more of these factors occur, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein as intended, planned, anticipated, or expected. We do not intend and do not assume any obligation to update these forward‐looking statements, except as required by law. Any such forward-looking statements represent management's estimates as of the date of this press release. While we may elect to update such forward-looking statements at some point in the future, we disclaim any obligation to do so, even if subsequent events cause our views to change. Shareholders are cautioned not to put undue reliance on such forward‐looking statements.

GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Viomi Technology Co., Ltd. (“Viomi” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VIOT), a leading innovator of home water solutions in China, today celebrated the 7th anniversary of its Nasdaq listing by announcing two major strategic initiatives. Viomi unveiled a brand elevation campaign featuring a renowned celebrity spokesperson and an Olympic champion. Concurrently, the Company is strengthening its U.S. market presence with the U.S. debut of its first AI alkaline mineral water purifier, MASTER M1, now available on Amazon. Leveraging AI technology to replicate pure mineralization, the device delivers clean, mineral-rich water to households across the United States.

Brand Strategy Elevated with New Celebrity Partnerships in China

In China, Viomi has named renowned Chinese actress Shengyi Huang as its new national brand spokesperson. Known for her elegant and healthy image, Ms. Huang will embody Viomi’s “AI for Better water” brand philosophy, promoting healthier hydration habits and connecting with a new generation of consumers.

Furthering its brand-building efforts, Viomi also welcomed Olympic diving champion Liang Tian as a brand partner. Mr. Tian, accompanied by Guoxiang Li, General Manager of JD.com Home Appliances, toured Viomi’s RMB 1 billion Water Purifier Gigafactory – one of the most advanced facilities of its kind in the world. Impressed by the facility’s cutting-edge automation, intelligent production processes, and full traceability system, Mr. Tian commended Viomi’s deep commitment to technology and quality.

During his visit, Mr. Tian sampled tea brewed with water from Viomi’s Kunlun 4 Pro AI alkaline mineral water purifier, noting its superior clarity and aroma. The experience highlighted how the mild alkaline, mineralized water enhances the taste of beverages, reinforcing consumer confidence in Viomi’s innovation capability and product excellence.

MASTER M1 Launches on Amazon U.S. for US$899

Marking a key milestone in its global strategy, Viomi has officially launched the MASTER M1 AI alkaline mineral water purifier on Amazon U.S. This move brings a premium, AI-powered drinking water solution to American households, making advanced water purification technology more accessible.

Key Features of MASTER Series M1:

Pure, pH+ Alkaline Mineral Water: Replicates natural spring water by enriching it with essential minerals like calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, strontium, and metasilicic acid for a balanced taste. It meets the human body’s demand for multiple minerals and is closer to pure mineral water.Precision 9-Stage RO Filtration: Removes 99% of harmful contaminants down to 0.0001 micron, ensuring exceptionally clean and safe water.AI-Powered Smart Faucet: A touch-screen display provides real-time data on water quality (TDS), water volume, and filter status for a seamless, intelligent experience.Cost-Effective, Low-Maintenance Design: The long-life filter lasts up to 4 years and is designed for simple, tool-free DIY replacement, reducing cost and maintenance hassle. Mr. Xiaoping Chen, Founder and CEO of Viomi, commented, “The launch of the MASTER M1 on Amazon U.S. demonstrates our commitment to ‘AI for Better water.’ With our ongoing R&D breakthroughs, we are advancing our ‘Global Water’ strategy and brand empowerment, raising awareness of healthy drinking water worldwide. Following strong revenue and operating profit growth in the first half of this year, we will continue to lead innovation in water purification, deliver impactful new products, and maintain our leadership in the global healthy drinking water market.”

About Viomi Technology

Viomi’s mission is “AI for Better Water,” utilizing AI technology to provide better drinking water solutions for households worldwide.

As an industry-leading technology company in home water solutions, Viomi has developed a distinctive “Equipment + Consumables” business model. By leveraging its expertise in AI technology, intelligent hardware and software development, the Company simplifies filter replacement and enhances water quality monitoring, thereby increasing the filter replacement rate. Its continuous technological innovations extend filter lifespan and lower user costs, promoting the adoption of water purifiers and supporting a healthy lifestyle while effectively addressing the rising global demand for cleaner, fresher and healthier drinking water. The Company operates a world-leading “Water Purifier Gigafactory” with an integrated industrial chain that boasts optimal efficiency and facilitates continuous breakthroughs in water purification. This state-of-the-art facility enables Viomi to achieve economies of scale and accelerate the global popularization of residential water filtration.

For more information, please visit: https://ir.viomi.com.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:
In China:
Viomi Technology Co., Ltd
Claire Ji
E-mail: [email protected]

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Piacente Financial Communications
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Tel: +1-212-481-2050
E-mail: [email protected]

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, /PRNewswire/ -- ZK International Group Co., Ltd. (ZKIN) ("ZK International" or the "Company"), a designer, engineer, manufacturer, and supplier of patented high-performance stainless steel and carbon steel pipe products primarily used for water and gas supplies, today announced its unaudited financial results for the six months ended March 31, 2025. 

Financial Highlights for the First Half of Fiscal Year 202 5

For the Six Months Ended March 31,

($ millions, except per share data)

2025

2024

% Change

Revenue

$

40.00

$

52.89

(24.37)

%

Gross profit

$

2.19

$

3.35

(34.63)

%

Gross margin

5.47

%

6.33

%

-0.86

%

pp*

Income loss from operations

$

(0.49)

$

(0.16)

197.83

%

Operating margin

(1.22)

%

(0.31)

%

-0.91

%

pp*

Net loss

$

(0.80)

$

(0.48)

66.48 %

Diluted earnings per share

$

(0.02)

$

(0.01)

-

* pp: percentage point(s)

Revenue decreased by 24.37% to $40.00 million for the six months ended March 31, 2025 from $52.89 million for the six months ended March 31, 2024. During the first fiscal half of 2025, we faced a decrease in demand for our piping products, mainly due to the slow recovery in the real estate market (such as reduced construction projects and weakened investment momentum) during the fiscal half period. Despite our efforts to manage costs related to raw materials (including nickel, a key component of stainless steel), the dampened market demand not only lowered our sales volume but also limited our ability to adjust pricing. As a result, the combined effect of weaker sales and challenging market conditions led to the revenue decline for the six months ended March 31, 2025.
Gross profit decreased by 34.63% to $2.19 million. Gross margin was 5.47%, compared to 6.33% for the same period of the prior fiscal period. The falling revenue, along with increased raw materials costs (particularly for stainless steel which is a key component of our products), has outpaced our cost optimization efforts which led to a decline in gross margin.
Loss from operations was $0.49 million, compared to loss from operations of $0.16 million for the same period of the prior fiscal year. Operating margin was (1.22)%, compared to (0.31)% for the same period of the prior fiscal year.
Net loss was $0.8 million. This compared to a net loss of $0.48 million for the same period of the prior fiscal year.

Financial Results for the First Half of Fiscal Year 202 5

Revenue

Revenue decreased by $12,890,784.00 or 24.37%, to $39,996,372 for the six months ended March 31, 2025 from $52,887,156 for the six months ended March 31, 2024. During the first fiscal half of 2025, we faced a decrease in demand for our piping products, mainly due to the slow recovery in the real estate market (such as reduced construction projects and weakened investment momentum) during the fiscal half period. Despite our efforts to manage costs related to raw materials (including nickel, a key component of stainless steel), the dampened market demand not only lowered our sales volume but also limited our ability to adjust pricing. As a result, the combined effect of weaker sales and challenging market conditions led to the revenue decline for the six months ended March 31, 2025.

Gross Profit

Our gross profit decreased by $1,163,908, or 34.74%, to $2,186,102 for the six months ended March 31, 2025 from $3,350,010 for the six months ended March 31, 2024. Gross profit margin was 5.47% for the six months ended March 31, 2025, as compared to 6.33% for the six months ended March 31, 2024. The decrease of our gross profit was mainly attributable to the revenue decline amid real estate market sector. Moreover, persistent raw materials costs (particularly for stainless steel, a key component of our products) have outpaced our cost optimization efforts, which led to a decline in gross margin.

Selling and Marketing Expenses

We incurred $881,686 in selling and marketing expenses for the six months ended March 31, 2025, compared to $880,824 for the six months ended March 31, 2024. Selling and marketing expenses increased by $862, or 0.10%, during the six months ended March 31, 2025 compared to the six months ended March 31, 2024.

General and Administrative expenses

We incurred $1,396,466 in general and administrative expenses for the six months ended March 31, 2025, compared to $2,010,566 for the six months ended March 31, 2024. General and administrative expenses decreased by $614,100 or 30.54%, for the six months ended March 31, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. The decrease is primarily due to reductions in consulting expenses and employee related costs.

Research and Development Expenses

We incurred $396,934 in research and development expenses for the six months ended March 31, 2025, compared to $622,805 for the six months ended March 31, 2024. R&D expenses decreased by $225,871, or 36.27%, for the six months ended March 31, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.

Income (loss) from Operations

As a result of the factors described above, we incurred operating loss of $488,984 for the six months ended March 31, 2025, compared to operating loss of $164,185 for the six months ended March 31, 2024, an increase of operating loss of $324,799.

Other Income (Expenses)

Our interest income and expenses were $4,052 and $349,499, respectively, for the six months ended March 31, 2025, compared to interest income and expenses of $7,868 and $411,045, respectively, for the six months ended March 31, 2024.

Net Income (loss) 

As a result of the factors described above, we incurred net loss of $802,028 for the six months ended March 31, 2025, compared to net loss of $481,753 for the six months ended March 31, 2024, an increase in net loss of $320,275. 

Financial Condition

As of March 31, 2025, cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash and short-term investments totaled $1.61 million, compared to $4.16 million as of September 30, 2024. Short-term bank borrowings were $11.19 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $10.26 million as of September 30, 2024. 

Accounts receivable was $19.82 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $22.39 million as of September 30, 2024. Inventories were $15.49 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $13.53 million as of September 30, 2024. Accounts payable was $2.43 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $3.13 million as of September 30, 2024.

Total current assets and current liabilities were $55.30 million and $45.39 million, respectively, leading to a current ratio of 1.22 as of March 31, 2025. This compared to total current assets and current liabilities were $62.74 million and $24.89 million, respectively, and current ratio of 1.26 as of September 30, 2024.

About ZK International Group Co., Ltd.

ZK International Group Co., Ltd. is a China-based designer, engineer, manufacturer, and supplier of patented high-performance stainless steel and carbon steel pipe products that require sophisticated water or gas pipeline systems. The Company owns 33 patents, 21 trademarks, 2 Technical Achievement Awards, and 10 National and Industry Standard Awards. ZK International is Quality Management System Certified (ISO9001), Environmental Management System Certified (ISO1401), and a National Industrial Stainless Steel Production Licensee that is focused on supplying steel piping for the multi-billion dollar industries of Gas and Water sectors. ZK has supplied stainless steel pipelines for over 2,000 projects, including the Beijing National Airport, the "Water Cube", and "Bird's Nest", which were venues for the 2008 Beijing Olympics.  Emphasizing superior properties and durability of its steel piping, ZK International is providing a solution for the delivery of high quality, highly sustainable, environmentally sound drinkable water not only to the China market but also to international markets such as Europe, East Asia, and Southeast Asia.

For more information please visit www.ZKInternationalGroup.com. Additionally, please follow the Company on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Weibo. For further information on the Company's SEC filings please visit www.sec.gov.

Safe Harbor Statement 

This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, words such as "may," "will," "expect," "believe," "anticipate," "intend," "could," "estimate" or "continue" or the negative or other variations thereof or comparable terminology are intended to identify forward-looking statements. In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not guarantee of future performance and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of ZK International. Actual results may differ from those projected in the forward-looking statements due to risks and uncertainties, as well as other risk factors that are included in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Although ZK International believes that the assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements are reasonable, any of the assumptions could prove inaccurate and, therefore, there can be no assurance that the results contemplated in forward-looking statements will be realized.  In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking information included herein, the inclusion of such information should not be regarded as a representation by ZK International or any other person that their objectives or plans will be achieved. ZK International does not undertake any obligation to revise the forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

ZK International Group Co., Ltd. and Subsidiaries

Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income (Loss)

For the Six Months Ended March 31, 2025 and 2024 (Unaudited)

(IN U.S. DOLLARS, EXCEPT SHARE DATA)

For the Six Months Ended 
March 31,

2025

2024

Revenues

39,996,372

$

52,887,156

Cost of sales

37,810,270

49,537,146

Gross profit

2,186,102

3,350,010

Operating expenses:

Selling and marketing expenses

881,686

880,824

General and administrative expenses

1,396,466

2,010,566

Research and development costs

396,934

622,805

Total operating expenses

2,675,086

3,514,195

Operating income (loss)

(488,984)

(164,185)

Other income (expenses):

Interest expenses

(349,499)

(411,045)

Interest income

4,052

7,868

Other income (expenses), net

46,574

92,816

Total other income (expenses), net

(298,873)

(310,361)

Income (Loss) before income taxes

(787,857)

(474,546)

Income tax provision

(14,171)

(7,207)

Net income (loss)

(802,028)

(481,753)

Net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests

(5,227)

-

Net income (loss) attributable to ZK International Group Co., Ltd.

(796,801)

(481,753)

Net income (loss)

(802,028)

(481,753)

Other comprehensive income:

Foreign currency translation adjustment

Total comprehensive income (loss)

(802,028)

(481,753)

Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests

(1,688)

(9,284)

Comprehensive income attributable to ZK International Group Co., Ltd.

(803,716)

(472,468)

Basic and diluted earnings per share

Basic

(0.15)

(0.11)

Diluted

(0.15)

(0.11)

Weighted average number of shares outstanding

Basic

5,232,469

4,492,280

Diluted

5,232,469

4,492,280

ZK International Group Co., Ltd. and Subsidiaries

Consolidated Balance Sheets

As of March 31, 2025 and September 30, 2024 (Unaudited)

( IN U.S. DOLLARS)

As of September 30, 

2024

2023

Assets

Current assets

Cash and cash equivalents

$

1,559,434

$

4,009,387

Restricted cash

46,714

103,917

Short-term Investment

-

50,111

Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts and provision for expected credit loss
of $7,330,890 and $7,580,664, respectively

19,816,792

22,393,810

Notes receivable

750,672

355,761

Prepayment, deposit and other receivable - current

8,166,269

4,657,014

Inventories

15,487,586

13,528,170

Advance to suppliers

9,469,805

17,641,946

Total current assets

55,297,272

62,740,116

Property, plant and equipment, net

7,957,533

8,104,335

Right-of-use asset – Operating lease

212,915

162,103

Intangible assets, net

1,234,704

1,282,939

Deferred tax assets

—

Prepayment, deposit and other receivable - Non-current

261,576

271,201

Long-term prepayment

—

Long-term accounts receivable

4,788,657

5,379,311

Long-term investment

2,037,086

2,046,868

TOTAL ASSETS

$

71,789,743

$

79,986,873

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable

$

2,426,968

$

3,125,104

Accrued expenses and other current liabilities

3,749,209

4,261,080

Operating lease liability - current

-

12,280

Accrued payroll and welfare

2,662,269

2,323,244

Advance from customers

10,081,298

14,861,280

Due to related parties

70,500

216,906

Convertible debentures

4,917,683

4,917,683

Bank borrowings - current

11,194,069

10,259,918

Long-term Bank borrowings - current

9,795,775

9,765,447

Notes payables

493,219

124,957

Total current liabilities

45,390,990

49,867,899

Operating lease liability – non-current

—

Bank borrowings – non-current

-

1,802,468

TOTAL LIABILITIES

$

45,390,990

$

51,670,367

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

—

Equity

Common stock, no par value, 50,000,000 shares authorized, 5,232,469 and 5,163,946 shares
issued and outstanding, respectively

—

Additional paid-in capital

77,886,898

77,886,898

Statutory surplus reserve

3,176,556

3,176,556

Subscription receivable

(125,000)

(125,000)

Retained earnings (Deficits) 

(51,245,374)

(50,448,573)

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(3,449,608)

(2,326,968)

Total equity attributable to ZK International Group Co., Ltd.

26,243,472

28,162,913

Equity attributable to non-controlling interests

155,281

153,593

Total equity

26,398,753

28,316,506

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY

$

71,789,743

$

79,986,873

SOURCE ZK International Group Co., Ltd.

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New Step-Out and Infill Results Build Confidence in Resource Growth and Model Robustness
September 29, 2025 5:00 PM EDT | Source: Allied Critical Metals Inc.
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - September 29, 2025) - Allied Critical Metals Inc. (CSE: ACM) (OTCQB: ACMIF) (FSE: 0VJ0) ("Allied" or the "Company"), which is focused on its 100% owned past producing Borralha and Vila Verde tungsten projects in northern Portugal, is pleased to report assay results from two additional Reverse Circulation (RC) drill holes - Bo_RC_21 and Bo_RC_26 - from its ongoing 5,000-metre campaign at the 100%-owned Borralha Tungsten Project in northern Portugal.

These latest results continue to demonstrate the scale and continuity of mineralization at the Santa Helena Breccia (SHB), with intercepts that support both lateral expansion and model refinement.

Highlights:

Bo_RC_21: This drill hole is a west step-out at the North edge of the St. Helena Breccia that confirms continuity of the recently discovered north-dipping lode outside the current MRE envelope, upgrading this area to a large coherent mineralized "in section" corridor with more than 100 m width.

42.0m at 0.19% WO3 (from 256.0 m to 298.0 m), including:24.0m at 0.28% WO3 (from 256.0 m to 280.0 m)18.0m at 0.34% WO3 (from 256.0 m to 274.0 m)8.0m at 0.40% WO3 (from 266.0 m to 274.0 m)4.0m at 0.62% WO3 (from 266.0 m to 270.0 m)Bo_RC_26: This drill hole is an infill hole targeting the north-central zone, enhancing confidence in the resource model and suggesting western expansion potential.

26.0m at 0.24% WO3 (from 140.0 m to 166.0 m), including:12.0m at 0.38% WO3 (from 140.0 m to 152.0 m)2.0m at 2.02% WO3 (from 140.0 m to 142.0 m)Drill Program Progress

To date, 3,721 metres of RC drilling have been completed out of the planned 5,728 metres, with multiple assay results already confirming thick mineralized zones and consistent grade distribution. The current campaign is designed to support:

The expansion of the Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE), expected in Q4 2025.The development of a robust Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA).The delineation of potential higher-grade corridors for future mine planning.Roy Bonnell, CEO and Director of ACM, commented: "With each new intercept, we are seeing our understanding of Borralha evolve and strengthen. Bo_RC_21 confirms mineralization well beyond the current model, while Bo_RC_26 tightens the block model in a key zone. Together, these results support both immediate growth and long-term confidence in Borralha's development potential."

Table 1 - Drill Hole Collar Locations

IDCoordinates (WGS84) Az.(º)Dip .(º)PFD (m)DEPTH (m)StatusBo_RC_14/25585445461140510980250264.00Press ReleasedBo_RC_15/25585347461136810970300255.00Press ReleasedBo_RC_16/25585406461132910560240251.00Assay ongoingBo_RC_17/25585426461129410975250255.00Press ReleasedBo_RC_18/25585461461143110975300241.00Assay ongoingBo_RC_19/25585470461149310982350248.00Assay ongoingBo_RC_20/25585541461151910970350237.00Assay ongoingBo_RC_21/25585481461155710985400370.00Current Press ReleaseBo_RC_22/25585484461155210970360375.00Press ReleasedBo_RC_23/25585514461158810980-45.00CancelledBo_RC_24/255855144611588090-42.00CancelledBo_RC_25/255854344611406090300291.00Assay ongoingBo_RC_26/25585586461144928960400278.00Current Press ReleaseBo_RC_27/255854644611513090350251.00Assay ongoingBo_RC_28/25585576461156729080400318.00Assay ongoingBo_RC_29/25585449461138610987300-Drilling ongoingBo_RC_30/255854434611429090320-Drilling ongoingTable 2 - Current Campaign Interval Highlights Update

New IDFrom (m)To (m)DH length (m) [1]True Width Factor [1]True Width (m) [1]WO3 (%)Bo_RC_14/2552.064.012.0tbd [2]-4.27inc.52.058.06.0"-8.39Bo_RC_15/25164.0166.02.00.881.80.97Bo_RC_17/2552.0152.0100.00.9089.90.21inc.92.0124.032.00.9028.80.33inc.106.0120.014.00.9012.60.52inc.110.0116.06.00.905.40.74Bo_RC_21/25256.0298.042.0tbd [2]unknown0.19inc.256.0280.024.0"unknown0.28inc.256.0274.018.0"unknown0.34inc.266.0274.08.0"unknown0.40inc.266.0270.04.0"unknown0.62Bo_RC_22/25284.0348.064.0tbd [2]unknown0.12inc.316.0332.016.0"unknown0.21Bo_RC_26/25140.0166.026.00.3910.20.24inc.140.0152.012.00.404.70.38inc.140.0142.02.00.400.82.02Notes: [1] Reported intervals are downhole lengths. Estimated true widths were calculated from hole orientation and the interpreted geometry of the mineralized corridors. Estimates may vary locally where geometry changes. Where intervals fall outside the resource block-model domains, true widths are not estimated and only downhole lengths are reported. [2] True widths are unknown, to be defined after further MRE update.

Figure 1 - Drill collar plan showing planned holes for the ongoing 5,728 m RC campaign at the Borralha Project. The red outline delineates the main mineralized breccia zone

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Figure 2 - Geological Cross-Section for hole Bo_RC_21/25.

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Strategic Context

These results follow recently reported ultra-high-grade and extensive tungsten intercepts, including 12.0 m @ 4.27% WO₃ (Bo_RC_14/25), and 100.0 m @ 0.21% WO₃ (Bo_RC_17/25), confirming a significant system within the Santa Helena Breccia. Allied is working systematically to define both bulk-mineable zones and higher-grade corridors that can support future underground or hybrid extraction scenarios.

Next Steps

Drilling is ongoing, with further results expected in the coming weeks. Step-out holes are targeting both western and northern extensions of SHB, while infill drilling is refining the core resource model. Results will continue to inform the MRE and subsequent economic studies.

In light of the recent new discovery of the very high grade corridor at the west dip of the central area of the Breccia, the Company has adapted the current campaign towards confirming, and potentially expanding upon the recent very high grade intercepts.

Sampling, QA/QC and Analytical Notes

Drilling was completed using reverse-circulation (RC). All sample bags were pre-labelled with a unique internal sequence number used consistently for the assay sample and corresponding reject. Sampling was conducted on 2.0 m intervals for analytics. For each 2.0 m interval, two 1.0 m reject samples were also collected as representative splits. Splitting was performed at the rig via a rotary splitter integral to the RC cyclone.

Sampling followed pre-prepared sample lists that recorded downhole metreage, sequence, and the placement of Certified Reference Materials (CRMs) and field duplicates. CRMs were inserted at a rate of 1 in 20 samples (5%) and field duplicates at 1 in 20 samples (5%), arranged so that every 10th sample alternated between a CRM and a duplicate.

Analytical and reject samples were boxed at the drill site and transported by company personnel to the project core/logging facility. Analytical samples were stored on labelled pallets pending direct shipment to ALS's preparation laboratory in Seville, Spain. Pulps and rejects were subsequently stored securely in the project logging room.

At ALS Seville, samples were crushed to 70% passing 2 mm, riffle-split to ~250 g, and pulverized using hardened steel to 85% passing 75 μm. Pulps were shipped to ALS Loughrea (Ireland) for analysis. The primary analytical method was ME-MS81 (lithium borate fusion with ICP-MS finish). Base metals were also reported using ME-4ACD81 (four-acid digestion with ICP-MS finish). Over-limit tungsten results were re-assayed using W-XRF15b (lithium borate fusion with XRF). Analytical results were delivered directly by ALS to the Company via secure electronic transfer.

Primary disclosure remains the reported grade and interval length (and true width where known).

To the best of the Company's knowledge, no drilling, sampling, recovery, or other factors have been identified that would materially affect the accuracy or reliability of the data referenced herein.

Qualified Person

The scientific and technical information in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Mr. Vítor Arezes, BSc, MIMMM (QMR) (Membership Nº. 703197, Vice-President Exploration of Allied Critical Metals, who is a Qualified Person for the purposes of National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Mr. Arezes is not independent of Allied Critical Metals Inc. as he is an officer of the Company.

About the Borralha Tungsten Project

Allied's Borralha Tungsten Project is one of the largest and most historically significant past-producing tungsten operations in Western Europe. Located in northern Portugal, Borralha was once the second-largest tungsten mine in the country and supplied strategic materials to European and Allied industries during the 20th century, including both World Wars and the Cold War period.

Today, the project is undergoing a modern revitalization based on a combination of scale, grade, metallurgy, and jurisdictional strength. Mineralization is dominated by coarse-grained wolframite, which is highly desirable in global markets due to its favorable processing characteristics and higher recoveries compared to scheelite-bearing deposits.

Borralha benefits from existing infrastructure, shallow mineralization, and a simple processing route, making it one of the most advanced tungsten development projects in the European Union. These attributes are particularly important in the context of the EU Critical Raw Materials Act (2024/1252) and NATO strategic autonomy initiatives, both of which explicitly identify tungsten as a defense-critical raw material subject to severe supply risk.

With the EU currently dependent on over 80% of its tungsten imports from China, Borralha represents a rare and strategic opportunity to develop a secure, domestic, and NATO-aligned supply source. As Allied continues to advance drilling, resource expansion, and economic studies, Borralha is poised to play a central role in reshaping Europe's tungsten landscape-supporting both decarbonization technologies and defense-industrial resilience.

Understanding Tungsten

To understand tungsten, it is critical to understand the difference between wolframite tungsten mineralization and scheelite tungsten mineralization. Scheelite often reports higher grades but is typically more costly and complex to process, requiring flotation methods with higher capital and operating expenditures and lower recoveries.i In contrast, wolframite can be processed more efficiently using gravity and magnetic separation, resulting in lower costs and higher recoveries, making lower grades economically viable in wolframite deposits. For example, a lower grade wolframite deposit can be more attractive than a slightly higher grade scheelite deposit.ii

It is also important to recognize that China, Russia, and North Korea control approximately 87% of the world's tungsten supply, using cheap labor and minimal environmental standards in authoritarian regimes.iii As a result, production costs and grades in these countries are not comparable to Western projects, which operate under higher labor, ESG, and energy cost structures. Evaluating projects outside these regions provides a realistic benchmark for what grades and intercepts are economically viable while supporting secure, NATO-aligned supply chains.

For Allied, this context is significant. Allied's operations in secure jurisdictions align with Western critical mineral needs, avoiding geopolitical risks associated with China and Russia while positioning the Company to benefit from growing tungsten demand across defense, aerospace, and electrification sectors. Allied's wolframite tungsten mineralization and secure location position it as a strategic and responsible tungsten exploration company, well placed to take advantage of a rising-demand market. iv

About Allied Critical Metals Inc.

Allied Critical Metals Inc. (CSE: ACM) (OTCQB: ACMIF) (FSE:0VJ0) is a Canadian-based mining company focused on the expansion and revitalization of its 100% owned past producing Borralha Tungsten Project and the Vila Verde Tungsten Project in northern Portugal with advantageous wolframite tungsten mineralization. Tungsten has been designated a critical metal by the United States and other western countries, as they are aggressively seeking friendly sources of this unique metal. Currently, China, Russia and North Korea represent approximately 86% of the total global supply and reserves. Tungsten is used in a variety of industries such as defense, automotive, manufacturing, electronics, and energy.

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"Roy Bonnell"

Roy Bonnell
CEO and Director

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iInternational Tungsten Industry Association (ITIA). (2023). Tungsten: Global industry, markets & outlook. Retrieved from https://www.itia.info

ii International Tungsten Industry Association (ITIA). (2023). Tungsten: Global industry, markets & outlook. Retrieved from https://www.itia.info

iii International Tungsten Industry Association (ITIA). (2023). Tungsten: Global industry, markets & outlook. Retrieved from https://www.itia.info

iv International Tungsten Industry Association (ITIA). (2023). Tungsten: Global industry, markets & outlook. Retrieved from https://www.itia.info

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, /PRNewswire/ - Ovintiv Inc. (NYSE: OVV), (TSX: OVV) today announced it has received regulatory approvals for the renewal of its share buy-back program. This action is consistent with Ovintiv's capital allocation framework, which returns at least 50 percent of post base dividend Non-GAAP Free Cash Flow to shareholders.

Ovintiv Renews Annual Share Buy-Back Program (CNW Group/Ovintiv Inc.)

The Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") has accepted Ovintiv's notice of intention to renew its normal course issuer bid ("NCIB") to purchase up to 22,287,709 common shares during the 12-month period commencing October 3, 2025, and ending October 2, 2026. The number of shares authorized for purchase represents 10 percent of Ovintiv's public float as of September 26, 2025, as calculated pursuant to TSX rules. Purchases will be made on the open market through the facilities of the TSX, New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE"), other designated exchanges and/or alternative trading systems in Canada and the United States at the market price at the time of acquisition, as well as by other means permitted by stock exchange rules and securities laws including Rule 10b-18 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

Ovintiv has also renewed its automatic share purchase plan ("ASPP") allowing it to purchase common shares under the NCIB when Ovintiv would ordinarily not be permitted to purchase shares due to regulatory restrictions and customary self-imposed blackout periods. Pursuant to the ASPP, Ovintiv will provide instructions during non-blackout periods to its designated broker, which may not be varied or suspended during the blackout period. Purchases by Ovintiv's designated broker will be in accordance with applicable stock exchange rules and securities laws and the terms of the ASPP. All purchases made under the ASPP are included in computing the number of common shares purchased under the NCIB. The ASPP has been pre-cleared as required by the TSX.

The actual number of common shares that may be purchased under the NCIB and the timing of any such purchases will be determined by Ovintiv. The average daily trading volume through the facilities of the TSX, excluding purchases made on such facilities, for the six months ended August 31, 2025 was 185,256 common shares. Consequently, daily purchases through the facilities of the TSX will be limited to 46,314 common shares, other than block purchase exceptions. Purchases over the NYSE will be made in compliance with the volume limitations in Rule 10b-18 in relation to average daily trading volume and block trades. All common shares acquired by Ovintiv under the NCIB may be cancelled or returned to treasury as authorized but unissued shares.

Pursuant to its existing NCIB, under which Ovintiv received approval from the TSX to purchase up to 25,920,545 common shares during the 12-month period commencing October 3, 2024 and ending October 2, 2025, Ovintiv has purchased 7,836,011 common shares on the TSX, NYSE and alternative trading systems at a weighted average purchase price of US$38.80 per common share.

On June 5, 2025, Ovintiv renewed its exemption order (the "NCIB Exemption") from applicable Canadian regulators, permitting Ovintiv to make repurchases under the NCIB through the facilities of the NYSE and other United States-based trading systems in excess of 5 percent of Ovintiv's outstanding number of shares, the maximum allowable under applicable Canadian securities laws absent an exemption. The NCIB Exemption allows Ovintiv to repurchase up to 10 percent of Ovintiv's public float on such U.S. marketplaces provided that Ovintiv's aggregate repurchases on all marketplaces do not exceed this amount over the 12-month period of the NCIB, which is consistent with the maximum number of shares Ovintiv is able to purchase under the NCIB. The other conditions to the NCIB Exemption are outlined in Ovintiv's 2025 second quarter report on Form 10-Q filed on EDGAR and SEDAR+.     

ADVISORY REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS - This news release contains certain forward-looking statements or information (collectively, "FLS") within the meaning of applicable securities legislation, including the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. FLS include: the planned share repurchase program, including the amount and number of shares to be acquired, treatment of such shares following purchase, anticipated timeframe, method and location of purchases, announced capital framework; and benefits of the NCIB.

Readers are cautioned against unduly relying on FLS which, by their nature, involve numerous assumptions, risks and uncertainties that may cause such statements not to occur, or results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. These assumptions include: future commodity prices and differentials; foreign exchange rates; ability to access cash, credit facilities and shelf prospectuses; and expectations and projections made in light of, and generally consistent with, Ovintiv's historical experience and its perception of historical trends, including with respect to the pace of technological development, benefits achieved and general industry expectations.

Risks and uncertainties that may affect these business outcomes include: ability to generate sufficient cash flow to meet obligations and fund the NCIB; commodity price volatility; variability in the amount, number of shares, method, location and timing of purchases, if any, pursuant to the NCIB; fluctuations in currency and interest rates; and other risks and uncertainties impacting Ovintiv's business, as described in its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and as described from time to time in Ovintiv's other periodic filings as filed on EDGAR and SEDAR+.

Although Ovintiv believes the expectations represented by such FLS are reasonable, there can be no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Readers are cautioned that the assumptions, risks and uncertainties referenced above are not exhaustive. FLS are made as of the date of this news release and, except as required by law, Ovintiv undertakes no obligation to update publicly or revise any FLS. FLS contained in this news release are expressly qualified by these cautionary statements.

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RGC Resources Inc.

ROANOKE, Va., Sept. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of RGC Resources, Inc. (Nasdaq: RGCO) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2075 per share on the Company’s common stock. The dividend will be paid on November 3, 2025 to shareholders of record on October 17, 2025. This is the Company’s 326th consecutive quarterly cash dividend.

RGC Resources, Inc. provides energy and related products and services to customers in Virginia through its operating subsidiaries including Roanoke Gas Company and RGC Midstream, L.L.C.

The statements in this release that are not historical facts constitute “forward-looking statements” made pursuant to the safe harbor provision of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that involve risks and uncertainties. In order to comply with the terms of the safe harbor, the Company notes that a variety of factors could cause the Company’s actual results and experience to differ materially from any expectations expressed in the Company’s forward-looking statements, regarding customer growth, infrastructure investment and margins. These risks and uncertainties include gas prices and supply, geopolitical considerations and regulatory and legal challenges along with risks included under Item 1-A in the Company’s fiscal 2024 Form 10-K. Forward-looking statements reflect the Company’s current expectations only as of the date they are made. The Company assumes no duty to update these statements should expectations change or actual results differ from current expectations except as required by applicable laws and regulations.

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NewtekOne, Inc.

BOCA RATON, Fla., Sept. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NewtekOne, Inc. (“the Company”) (NASDAQ: NEWT) has declared a dividend on the Company’s outstanding 8.500% Fixed-Rate Reset Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series B (the “Preferred Shares”) in the amount of $9.44 per Preferred Share, or $0.2361 per depositary share, which is equivalent to 1/40th of the dividend on the Preferred Shares, payable on October 1, 2025 to holders of record as of September 29, 2025. This initial dividend payment on the Preferred Shares is pro-rated for the initial dividend period from the date of the issuance of the Preferred Shares on August 20, 2025.

About NewtekOne, Inc.

NewtekOne®, Your Business Solutions Company®, is a financial holding company, which along with its bank and non-bank consolidated subsidiaries (collectively, “NewtekOne”), provides a wide range of business and financial solutions under the Newtek® brand to independent business owners. Since 1999, NewtekOne has provided state-of-the-art, cost-efficient products and services and efficient business strategies to independent business owners across all 50 states to help them grow their sales, control their expenses, and reduce their risk.

NewtekOne’s and its subsidiaries’ business and financial solutions include: banking (Newtek Bank, N.A.), Business Lending, SBA Lending Solutions, Electronic Payment Processing, eCommerce, Accounts Receivable Financing & Inventory Financing and   Insurance Solutions, Web Services, and Payroll and Benefits Solutions. In addition, NewtekOne offers its clients the Technology Solutions (Cloud Computing, Data Backup, Storage and Retrieval, IT Consulting and Web Services) provided by Intelligent Protection Management Corp. (IPM.com).

Newtek®, NewtekOne®, Newtek Bank®, National Association, Your Business Solutions Company®, One Solution for All Your Business Needs® and Newtek Advantage are registered trademarks of NewtekOne, Inc.

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VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / September 29, 2025 / Green Bridge Metals Corporation (CSE:GRBM)(OTCQB:GBMCF)(FWB:J48)(WKN:A3EW4S) ("Green Bridge" or the "Company") announces that it intends to complete a non-brokered private placement (the "Private Placement") of up to 66,666,667 units of the Company (the "Units") at a price of $0.09 per Unit, for aggregate gross proceeds of up to $6,000,000. Each Unit shall consist of one common share (each a "Share") and one-half (1/2) of one common share purchase warrant (each whole warrant, a "Warrant"), with each (whole) Warrant entitling the holder to purchase one Share at an exercise price of $0.15 for a period of three (3) years.

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VerticalScope Holdings Inc. (“VerticalScope” or the “Company”) (TSX: FORA; OTCQX: VFORF), a technology company that has built and operates a cloud-based digital platform for online enthusiast communities, today announced a partnership with TollBit, an innovative platform that connects online platforms and publishers with AI companies seeking to license high-quality data. This collaboration represents an important step in VerticalScope’s strategy to monetize its unique corpus of authentic content while protecting the integrity and value of its forums in the era of generative AI.

This partnership represents an important step in positioning VerticalScope for an AI-first content discovery experience.

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With more than 2.3 billion posts across 1,200 communities, VerticalScope owns one of the internet’s largest structured datasets of authentic, evergreen community content. By partnering with TollBit, VerticalScope will establish a scalable framework for licensing its content to AI and LLM providers, with the goal of ensuring fair value exchange and enabling new monetization streams.

Chris Goodridge, CEO of VerticalScope, commented: “This partnership represents an important step in positioning VerticalScope for an AI-first content discovery experience. Our communities generate unique, high-intent knowledge that is key for AI training and retrieval-augmented generation. By working with TollBit, we’re creating a fair and transparent licensing model that ensures our communities remain a trusted source of human expertise while positioning VerticalScope to unlock a new revenue stream. I’m excited to see how this partnership strengthens our platform and accelerates our ability to diversify and grow.”

Toshit Panigrahi, CEO of TollBit, said: “TollBit was built to help platforms like VerticalScope capture the value of their content in an AI-driven world. VerticalScope’s communities are an incredibly deep repository of authentic, domain-specific knowledge that AI systems need but can’t replicate. Together, we’re creating a model where platforms and publishers are compensated fairly, AI companies gain access to high-quality data, and community members see their contributions valued and protected, ensuring these forums remain vibrant resources for enthusiasts. This is exactly the type of partnership TollBit was designed to power.”

As the internet is experiencing a surge in AI-driven traffic, TollBit enables publishers to convert scraping into authorized, revenue-generating access by installing a “toll booth” on websites that monitors AI traffic, authenticates it, and monetizes content requests. This partnership reflects VerticalScope’s commitment to safeguarding community contributions while unlocking new revenue opportunities that support community growth in this evolving AI landscape.

About VerticalScope Holdings Inc.

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, VerticalScope is a technology company that has built and operates a cloud-based digital platform for online enthusiast communities in high consumer spending categories. VerticalScope's mission is to enable people with common interests to connect, explore their passions, and share knowledge about the things they love. Through targeted acquisitions and development, VerticalScope has built a portfolio of over 1,200 online communities and approximately 100 million monthly active users.

About TollBit

TollBit is a platform that enables a fair exchange of value between AI companies and websites. By essentially installing a toll booth on websites, TollBit allows them to monitor bot traffic and monetize their data and content, while offering AI agents and applications an easy way to pay directly for that content. The platform seeks to address the shifting economics of content creation in the AI era by reducing the legal uncertainties of scraping and protecting the health of the entire content ecosystem.

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In one of the most dramatic developments in decentralized finance this year, Aster, a decentralized perpetual exchange, recorded more than $46 billion in daily trading volume on Friday. This milestone briefly pushed it ahead of Hyperliquid, a dominant force in the sector, and signaled a shifting power dynamic in the perpetual trading landscape.

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Digital advertising firm QMMM Holdings earlier this month announced a plan to buy Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana—causing an explosion in the price of its stock. In September alone, its price has risen by more than 2,100%, according to Yahoo Finance data, finishing Friday at a price of $119.40. 

But Wall Street's biggest regulator said Monday that it was suspending trading of the security until October 10 as it investigates "potential manipulation" of the stock.

"The Commission temporarily suspended trading in the securities of QMMM because of potential manipulation in the securities of QMMM effectuated through recommendations, made to investors by unknown persons via social media to purchase the securities of QMMM, which appear to be designed to artificially inflate the price and volume of the securities of QMMM," the statement from the SEC read. 

Decrypt reached out to the SEC and QMMM Holdings for comment, but did not immediately receive a response from either party.

Hong Kong-based QMMM Holdings said at the start of the month that its treasury will initially start with $100 million worth of cryptocurrency. 

The SEC's announcement comes as regulators pay closer attention to digital asset treasuries—companies that buy cryptocurrency with spare cash. Last week, the Wall Street Journal reported that the SEC and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, or FINRA, had contacted companies after identifying unusual trading activity. 

A number of companies have bought cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana to get better returns for shareholders. Such firms have often seen their share prices soar—albeit sometimes briefly—after announcing crypto treasury pivots.

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Bitcoin is seeing a solid start to the week, tapping the $114,000 mark on Monday as altcoins notably underperform the crypto king.

CryptocurrencyTickerPriceBitcoin(CRYPTO: BTC)$114,093.74Ethereum(CRYPTO: ETH)$4,176.10Solana(CRYPTO: SOL)$211.78XRP(CRYPTO: XRP)$2.88Dogecoin(CRYPTO: DOGE)$0.2339Shiba Inu(CRYPTO: SHIB)$0.00001190Notable Statistics:

Coinglass data shows 119,951 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $416.34 million.     
In the past 24 hours, top losers include MemeCore (CRYPTO: M), Plasma (CRYPTO: XPL) and Pump. fun (CRYPTO: PUMP).
Notable Developments:

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BitMine Jumps 5% As Ethereum Treasury Surges Past 2.65 Million ETH
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Bitcoin Pops To $114,000 As Strategy Expands BTC Treasury To $47 Billion
REX Shares Drops Three ETFs To Bet Big On Bitcoin Mining, AI Cloud, Stablecoins
SOL Up 3% But $34M Solana Outflows Raise Alarms Ahead Of ETF Decision
Trader Notes: IncomeSharks noted that Bitcoin shook off last week's bearish sentiment, reclaimed support, and is now forming a clean double bottom setup.

Stockmoney Lizards highlighted Bitcoin's MVRV Z-Score, signaling upside potential. He expects a retest before a likely Q4 pump, suggesting room for the market to run.

Michael van de Poppe observed that Bitcoin holding above the 20-Week MA after a corrective week led to a strong upward bounce. He sees this as a possible low for a big breakout ahead.

Ted Pillows pointed out that while open interest jumped by $2 billion today, leverage is building. He notes this could bring volatility and is curious about Bitcoin's reaction to this setup.

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ZIGChain price jumped double digits to hit highs of $0.11 amid a major digital asset treasury announcement by Europe-based firm BTCS.

Summary

ZIGChain price rose by more than 22% as price broke to highs of $0.11.
The token’s value jumped as BTCS announced a $100 million raise and $30 million allocation to its ZIG digital asset treasury strategy.

ZIGChain, the layer 1 blockchain aimed at the democratization of wealth generation through real-world asset tokenization, saw its native token’s price soar by more than 22% to hit highs near $0.11.

The surge to the intraday high, the highest price level for the altcoin in over a month, came amid an announcement by publicly-traded firm BTCS. In an update, BTCS, the largest European digital asset treasury company, said it had raised $100 million in a new funding round.

BTCS plans to use proceeds of this Series G raise for its crypto treasury strategy, with $30 million going into a ZIGChain (ZIG) treasury strategy.

🚨 Europe’s largest listed digital asset treasury, @BTCS_SA, has announced a $30M strategic allocation to accumulate $ZIG.

This is a powerful vote of confidence in ZIGChain’s vision for democratizing wealth generation through Real World Asset tokenization. https://t.co/DAC5ioXOx3

— ZIGChain (@ZIGChain) September 29, 2025

BTCS eyes ZIG yield
An expansion to the company’s diversified treasury strategy will also see 60% of the funds deployed towards exposure to Bitcoin (BTC) and 10% to Core (CORE). Deployment into BTCS’s active treasury strategy, unlike the passive “buy and hold” playbook popularized by Strategy.

BTCS’ approach aims to deliver operational revenue and yield – even during episodes of flat markets.

“The inclusion of ZIGChain in BTCS’s treasury strategy highlights a broader shift toward productive digital asset treasuries,” said Abdul Rafay Gadit, co-founder of ZIGChain and member of BTCS’s Supervisory Board.

He added:

“Unlike passive holdings, validators and staking rewards create recurring revenue streams while directly strengthening the networks themselves. We see this model as a sustainable path forward for listed companies seeking transparent and resilient exposure to digital assets.”

ZIGChain price last traded above current levels in late August, while its year-to-date highs of $0.13 came on January 18. The ZIG token traded at the all-time peak of $0.22 in April 2021. Notable ecosystem platforms for the layer 1 chain includes Zignaly, a regulated social investment platform and Zamanat, a Shariah-compliant RWA tokenization platform.

Ethereum's Q4 outlook remains bullish after the first meaningful correction since April lows.

Ethereum briefly fell below $3,840 last week as part of a broad slump across the crypto sector. The asset has since bounced back and is trading near $4,110 after rising by 2.43% over the past day.

Experts say shorting Ethereum now is reckless.

“Only Fools Short” ETH
In his latest post on X, analyst Mr. Wall Street said that Ethereum is currently in an extremely bullish setup, and added that recent bearish noise could, in fact, help in fueling a major rally.

According to his analysis, ETH is set to target $7,000-$8,000 in Q4. He explained that this pullback is the first meaningful correction since the $1,500 lows in April, with a healthy 20% decline serving as a necessary reset before further upside. Mr. Wall Street also pointed out that tens of billions in liquidations occurred above previous bull market all-time highs, and believes that shorting Ethereum in this environment would be a mistake.

Meanwhile, crypto analyst Degen Hardy said that bears are on precarious ground if ETH surges to $4,200. According to his analysis, more than $40 billion in liquidations sit just above current levels, which is primed to be triggered in a sharp rally. Hardy highlighted the market’s tension and questioned whether the cryptocurrency will first test lower support levels or surge straight through resistance. The implication is clear: shorts face significant risk, and any decisive upward move could spark cascading liquidations. Such a pattern sets the stage for potentially explosive momentum.

According to Lookonchain data, whale activity in Ethereum remained strong despite recent market volatility. Last week, 16 wallets collectively received 431,018 ETH, which is approximately worth $1.73 billion, from major platforms including Kraken, Galaxy Digital, BitGo, FalconX, and OKX.

More recently, a fresh wallet moved 3,884 ETH, valued at around $15.57 million, from OKX. Another whale wallet, which sold 1,857 ETH ($4.18 million) five months ago at $2,251, repurchased 1,501 ETH ($6.17 million) on Monday at $4,114, which indicated a willingness to buy even at higher price levels.

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As reported by CryptoPotato earlier, Ethereum accumulator addresses saw a historic inflow of nearly 400,000 ETH on September 24th, following a record 1.2 million ETH accumulation less than a week earlier, according to CryptoQuant. These no-sell wallets have made multiple purchases without any withdrawals.

Such moves, hence, point to strong long-term holder activity, potentially from institutional players or ETH ETF-linked entities. The inflows occurred amid a steep market sell-off driven by macroeconomic concerns.

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Dogecoin (DOGE) has once again attracted investor attention as market momentum builds ahead of potential breakout moves. The cryptocurrency’s history of sharp price spikes, combined with current technical setups, suggests renewed bullish interest. Analysts highlight that key support zones and repeating chart patterns could set the stage for the next leg upward, reinforcing Dogecoin’s reputation as a highly retail-driven asset.

Revisiting Historic BreakoutsAccording to analyst Ali Martinez, Dogecoin’s late January 2021 price surge remains a defining moment. Within a single day, $DOGE jumped 423%, climbing from roughly $0.01 to above $0.05. Following this parabolic move, prices consolidated between $0.07 and $0.08, eventually testing $0.085. 

Martinez notes that the 2021 spike established durable support zones near $0.065–$0.07. Consequently, closing above these levels today signals strong market demand, giving traders confidence in potential upward moves. These historic levels continue to guide technical decisions and shape market psychology.

Patterns Pointing to a New PumpTrader Tardigrade highlights that Dogecoin may be primed for another surge, especially against Bitcoin. On the $DOGE/$BTC 4-hour chart, a falling wedge breakout pattern has emerged. Previous breakouts pushed prices from 0.00000200 BTC to above 0.00000285 BTC. A similar formation is now targeting 0.00000270 BTC or higher. 

Source: X

The symmetry between past and current setups strengthens the case for a bullish extension. Hence, traders anticipate renewed momentum and a possible repeat of earlier gains.

Uptober Could Strengthen Dogecoin RallyOn the daily chart, Tardigrade identifies a rounding bottom pattern forming near $0.23–$0.24 support. Historically, two strong rallies followed by corrections showed similar behavior, with drops around 28–35%. If Dogecoin holds above $0.23 and surpasses resistance near $0.27, the path toward $0.30 and $0.35 becomes plausible. 

Source: X

Additionally, growing market sentiment during October, often called “Uptober,” could reinforce buying pressure. With Dogecoin as of press time priced at $0.2327 and a market cap exceeding $35 billion, the stage is set for potential gains.

ETF Decisions Could Influence Market SentimentNate Geraci, president of NovaDius Wealth Management, emphasizes that upcoming spot crypto ETF rulings could impact multiple altcoins. Solana, XRP, Cardano, Hedera, and Dogecoin all await regulatory clarity. Approval or positive guidance could ignite inflows and reinforce bullish trends across these digital assets.

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Bitcoin Share 56.74%

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