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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / December 11, 2025 / Black Titan Corporation (NASDAQ:BTTC) released the second pillar of its DAT+ strategic framework, presenting a structured, institutional approach to risk evaluation and diversified asset assessment.

This pillar establishes a disciplined review process that considers:

• Governance quality and ecosystem credibility

• Technical resilience and security track record

• Liquidity stability across trading venues

• Economic sustainability and tokenomic design

The DAT+ model also incorporates a multi-category diversification review, acknowledging the value of distributing exposure across infrastructure, application-layer, and service-layer protocols.

“Our risk pillar provides a disciplined framework for evaluating digital assets within an institutional context,” said Czhang Lin, Co-CEO. “Diversification, governance quality, and structural resilience are central considerations in this approach.”

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements reflect Black Titan’s current expectations regarding strategic initiatives and growth plans. Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied, including market volatility, regulatory developments, and other factors described in Black Titan’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements except as required by law.

Media & Investor Contact

Czhang Lin
Co-Chief Executive Officer
contact-us@blacktitancorp.com

SOURCE: Black Titan Corp

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Driven by rollout of the next-generation Wattbike AIR-PRO across Germany’s Fitness First’s premium Black Label facilities

Major order follows April’s $1M+ order from Woodway for the US market

AUSTIN, TEXAS / ACCESS Newswire / December 11, 2025 / Interactive Strength Inc. (Nasdaq:TRNR) (“TRNR” or the “Company”), maker of innovative specialty fitness equipment under the Wattbike, CLMBR, and FORME brands, and pending acquirer of Sportstech, today announced a major new Wattbike order placed by one of Germany’s largest and fastest-growing fitness operators.

The order for 85 next-generation Wattbike AIR-PRO units, valued at more than $200K, is designated primarily for Fitness First’s Black Label (premium-tier) facilities. Deliveries are expected to begin in late Q1 2026, with most sites receiving two units each. The order represents a repeat purchase commitment from a longstanding Wattbike customer.

Fitness First operates under the LifeFit Group, a rapidly expanding German fitness and wellbeing platform that has grown from roughly 100 to nearly 220 locations in recent years through acquisitions. A system-wide rebranding is underway to consolidate multiple acquired chains under the Fitness First name, with expansion plans that could bring the network to as many as 300 sites.

The new AIR-PRO units will be supplied through Woodway GmbH, the longstanding distributor for both TRNR and Wattbike. Woodway has cultivated deep commercial relationships across Germany and has helped establish both TRNR and Wattbike as recognized platforms for delivering performance-training solutions for gym operators seeking accurate, durable, and data-driven equipment for athletic training environments.

Trent Ward, Co-Founder and CEO of TRNR, said: “This order reflects the continued momentum we are seeing across the Wattbike brand and reinforces its position as the global standard in performance cycling. Fitness First’s growing footprint – and its decision to adopt the new AIR-PRO across its premium Black Label sites – demonstrates the enduring value of Wattbike’s engineering precision, product reliability, and training intelligence. We are also pleased that our long-standing partner Woodway continues to play a central role in expanding Wattbike’s presence across Europe after placing an order for more than $1M in April for the US market. Orders like this highlight the strategic importance of our acquisitions and the opportunities ahead as we scale our portfolio globally.”

For more commentary, information and details of TRNR’s strategy, as well as to sign up for direct updates, see the Company’s investor website, latest FAQs and required filings with the US Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC).

TRNR Investor Contact
ir@interactivestrength.com

About Interactive Strength Inc.:

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

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

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

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

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

Forward Looking Statements:
This press release includes certain statements that are “forward-looking statements” for purposes of the safe harbor provisions under the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements do not relate strictly to historical or current facts and reflect management’s assumptions, views, plans, objectives and projections about the future. Forward-looking statements generally are accompanied by words such as “believe”, “project”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “estimate”, “intend”, “strategy”, “future”, “opportunity”, “plan”, “may”, “should”, “will”, “would”, “will be”, “will continue”, “will likely result” or similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the possibility and repeatability of sales commitments by TRNR or its subsidiary brands, and whether orders will eventually be fulfilled and generate revenue. The reader is cautioned not to rely on these forward-looking statements, and these statements are based on current expectations of future events. If underlying assumptions prove inaccurate or known or unknown risks or uncertainties materialize, actual results could vary materially from the expectations and projections of the Company. Risks and uncertainties include but are not limited to: demand for our products and for Wattbike’s products (collectively, the “Products”); competition, including technological advances made by and new products released by our and our competitors; our ability to accurately forecast consumer and/or fitness facility or other demand for our Products and adequately maintain inventory of our Products; and our reliance on a limited number of suppliers and distributors for our Products. A further list and descriptions of these risks, uncertainties and other factors can be found in filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. To the extent permitted under applicable law, the Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

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SOURCE: Interactive Strength Inc.

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​​​​New collaboration combines STEM training with AI-powered career coaching to close opportunity gaps and accelerate economic mobility.​​​​​

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / December 11, 2025 / Big Interview, a leading AI-powered career readiness platform used by nonprofits, workforce agencies, Fortune 500 companies, and universities nationwide, today announced a new partnership with STEM Educational Institute, Inc. (SEI), a nonprofit dedicated to ending generational poverty through free programming in STEM, financial literacy, and mental health.

This collaboration will equip SEI students with Big Interview’s full suite of AI-enhanced interview coaching, job readiness training, and real-time performance feedback, bridging the critical gap between possessing technical skills and securing employment.

While the demand for diverse talent in STEM is high, many underrepresented students face a “soft skills” barrier during the hiring process. Through this partnership, SEI students will receive access to proven, research-backed approach to job readiness, tailored to various demographics across multiple industries and experience levels.

The collaboration also includes joint storytelling and awareness efforts to highlight SEI’s impact and help accelerate support for innovative workforce initiatives across New York City and beyond.

A Shared Mission to Break Cycles of Poverty and Expand Economic Mobility

SEI provides underrepresented high school students with the technological skills needed to participate in today’s innovation economy-while simultaneously helping them build pathways to long-term economic stability and generational wealth. Through partnerships with corporate and community organizations, SEI serves as a diverse talent pipeline, preparing students to thrive in high-demand STEM careers and broader workforce environments.

“This partnership reflects exactly what workforce innovation should look like,” said Steve Ruder, Vice President at Big Interview. “SEI is doing extraordinary work to close opportunity gaps for young people. By pairing their programming with our AI-powered interview and career training tools, we’re helping ensure students have the skills, confidence, and support needed to turn potential into real economic mobility.”

Nikisha Alcindor, President & Founder of STEM Educational Institute, emphasized the added value for learners: “Our mission is to break cycles of generational poverty by giving students the technical skills and personal development tools they need to succeed. Big Interview amplifies that mission by preparing our students for the professional world-helping them tell their stories, demonstrate their strengths, and secure meaningful career opportunities.”

About Big Interview

Big Interview is an industry-leading online platform designed to help job seekers of all backgrounds build confidence and master their interview skills. Combining expert video lessons with AI-driven interview practice, Big Interview provides users with personalized feedback, real-time coaching, and tailored training for various industries and experience levels. Big Interview is used by 700+ nonprofits, workforce agencies, Fortune 500 companies, universities, and government organizations, helping job seekers secure employment 5X faster than the national average.

About STEM Educational Institute, Inc. (SEI)

The STEM Educational Institute, Inc. is a nonprofit corporation with the mission to end generational poverty through free programming in STEM, Financial Literacy, and Mental Health. SEI provides underrepresented high school students with the technological and professional skills required to enter today’s workforce while setting the foundation for generational wealth. SEI’s scholars program serves as a career bridge for high school students to enter into STEM fields and college majors. Students participate in a one-year program that starts in the summer. Upon completion of the program, students receive a stipend, college scholarship and access to our alumni platform.

STEM Educational Institute, Inc.
909 Third Avenue, Suite 364
New York, NY 10150
www.stemeducationalinstitute.org
info@stemeducationalinstitute.com

Contact Information

Steve Ruder
Vice President
steve@biginterview.com

Nikisha Alcindor
President and Founder
info@stemeducationalinstitute.com

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PARIS, FR AND SINGAPORE, SG / ACCESS Newswire / December 11, 2025 / SMX (Security Matters) PLC (NASDAQ:SMX), the global leader in molecular-based material authentication and digital product passports, today announced a successful multi-day industrial pilot validating SMX’s ability to deliver full-chain traceability for cotton.

The pilot confirmed that SMX markers, applied during the mechanical recycling process, remain detectable and stable through fibre mixing, carding, yarn spinning, fabric formation, and into the final finished textile product.

This establishes a verifiable, scientific method to authenticate both material origin and the percentage of recycled cotton embedded in fabrics, addressing one of the biggest challenges facing global apparel supply chains.

Full-Chain Validation Achieved

During the industrial pilot, SMX demonstrated that its molecular markers:

• Can be applied to recycled cotton during shredding and spraying without affecting fibre quality.

• Remain fully traceable after blending virgin and recycled fibres in multiple ratios.

• Survive fibre opening, carding, and sliver formation with consistent detectability.

• Endure spinning processes, allowing clear verification in finished yarn.

• Persist through fabric formation and finishing, enabling authentication directly on the final textile.

This end-to-end validation confirms that SMX technology integrates with existing textile operations and provides a reliable, scalable mechanism for verifying recycled content – which could help brands, regulators, and manufacturers meet ESG and Digital Product Passport requirements.

A New Standard for Evidence-Based Sustainability, Trade Compliance, and Export Advantage

SMX believes that this industrial pilot marks a decisive advancement for the textile sector, proving that cotton can now retain an authenticated and machine-readable identity throughout its entire transformation journey. Beyond strengthening sustainability claims, SMX’s material-level verification equips manufacturers and exporters with trusted data needed to secure preferential tariff treatment, avoid misclassification penalties, and streamline cross-border documentation under origin-dependent frameworks.

The ability to scientifically confirm where fibres come from – and the exact recycled percentage embedded in the finished product – directly supports eligibility for free-trade agreements, reduced-duty corridors, and sustainability-linked trade incentives. In parallel, the data generated by SMX’s molecular markers integrates into the Product Digital Passport (PDP/DPP) ecosystem, enabling automated, regulator-ready records that document provenance, recycled content, and compliance attributes required under certain EU, US, and emerging Asian regulations.

By providing tamper-resistant verification that replaces assumption-based reporting, SMX can enable brands to strengthen ESG transparency, reduce exposure to customs audits and shipment delays, and accelerate market access for sustainability-certified goods.

Commercial Rollout

With the successful industrial proof now completed, SMX is ready to scale commercial deployment with leading apparel brands, recyclers, manufacturing groups, and global buyers seeking verifiable origin and recycled-content assurance.

SMX further believes that its ability to authenticate materials from recycling through to finished fabric could enable SMX to support customers in securing preferential tariffs, strengthening export competitiveness, meeting Digital Product Passport obligations, and protecting ESG claims with scientific certainty.

This milestone positions SMX as the enabling infrastructure for a new class of premium, traceable textile products – unlocking commercial value, accelerating compliance-driven adoption, and establishing a trusted global standard for material verification across the textile sector.

For further information contact:

SMX GENERAL ENQUIRIES

E: info@securitymattersltd.com

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@smx.tech

About SMX

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

Forward-Looking Statements

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

SOURCE: SMX (Security Matters)

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Company Commits Revenue from Majority Interest in BONK.fun to Fuel Strategic Target of Owning 5% of Global Supply; Beverage Division to Reinvest for Growth

SCOTTSDALE, AZ / ACCESS Newswire / December 11, 2025 / Following the effective date of its strategic reverse stock split, Bonk, Inc. (NASDAQ:BNKK) today reaffirmed its primary capital allocation policy: the Company intends to deploy net cash flow generated from its digital asset operations directly into the accumulation of BONK digital assets.

This directive creates a direct mechanical link between the Company’s digital ecosystem growth and its treasury strategy. As the Company executes its business plan and realizes revenue from its 51% majority interest in BONK.fun, available capital from that division will be systematically directed toward the open-market purchase of BONK assets to reach the Company’s stated target of holding 5% of the total circulating supply.

The “Revenue-to-Asset” Pipeline Bonk, Inc. has engineered a unique corporate structure designed to act as a continuous accumulation engine while supporting operational sustainability. The capital allocation strategy prioritizes treasury growth from digital sources while allowing traditional operations to self-fund.

• Digital Asset Operations (Treasury Engine): Revenue generated from the Company’s controlling interest in BONK.fun-a platform with an implied asset value of ~$30 million-will be reinvested into the ecosystem’s underlying asset.

• Traditional Business Operations (Growth Engine): Revenue from the Yerbaé beverage brand will be reinvested directly into the beverage division to support marketing, inventory, and expansion efforts.

Strategic Rationale The Company views the BONK digital asset not merely as a speculative holding, but as the fundamental unit of account for a growing digital economy. By aggressively converting digital operational cash flow into treasury assets, Bonk, Inc. aims to:

1. Compound Value: Leverage dollar-cost averaging to build a massive position.

2. Reduce Supply: Remove assets from circulation, contributing to scarcity.

3. Maximize NAV: Drive long-term expansion of the Company’s Net Asset Value per share.

Leadership Commentary “We are not building a company that just sits on cash; we are building a vault,” said Mitchell Rudy (a.k.a. Nom), Board Director and Core Contributor. “Our shareholders deserve to know exactly where our focus lies. Every dollar of net profit generated by BONK.fun is a potential soldier in our campaign to secure 5% of the BONK supply. We have cleared our primary debts and streamlined our stock structure so that nothing stands in the way of this accumulation strategy. When BONK.fun wins, our treasury grows. It is that simple.”

Jarrett Boon, CEO of Bonk, Inc., added, “The reverse stock split was the final structural step to prepare us for this phase. We now have the right share count, the right institutional mandate, and the right revenue engines. Our mandate for 2026 is execution: turning digital operational success into tangible treasury growth while ensuring our beverage division has the resources to scale independently. We believe this is the most effective way to drive asymmetric returns for our equity holders.”

About Bonk, Inc. Bonk, Inc. (NASDAQ:BNKK) is a company evolving to bridge the gap between traditional public markets and the digital asset ecosystem. Through its subsidiary BONK Holdings LLC, the Company executes a strategy focused on acquiring revenue-generating assets within the decentralized finance space. The Company also operates a growing beverage division holding the patented Sure Shot and Yerbaé brands.

Investor Relations Contact: Phone: 888.257.8061 Email: investors@bonkdat.com

Forward-Looking Statements: This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding the Company’s capital allocation strategy, projected revenue, and treasury accumulation goals. These statements are based on current expectations and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially due to factors such as market volatility in the digital asset sector, consumer demand for beverage products, the performance of the BONK.fun platform, and other risks detailed in Bonk, Inc.’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements.

SOURCE: Bonk, Inc.

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / December 11, 2025 / Black Titan Corporation (NASDAQ:BTTC) today announced the planned introduction of Digital Asset Treasury Plus (DAT+), a comprehensive strategic framework outlining how the Company may evaluate and potentially engage with digital assets going forward. DAT+ is structured as a multi-layered approach that considers utility, governance, liquidity, operational readiness, earnings alignment, and strategic collaboration.

To provide clarity for shareholders and market participants, Black Titan will release a series of press announcements throughout the day, with each highlighting one of the core pillars of the DAT+ strategy. The Company is commencing this series with the release of Pillar 1: Active Utility Deployment & Cash Flow Potential.

“Digital assets are no longer a single-dimensional asset class,” said Czhang Lin, Co-Chief Executive Officer of Black Titan. “DAT+ reflects our intention to evaluate digital assets through a holistic lens – from risk management and utility to liquidity, revenue alignment, and strategic collaboration. Each component is significant, and this series allows us to explain the framework in a clear and structured way.”

Pillar 1: Active Utility Deployment & Cash Flow Potential

As the first pillar of the DAT+ strategy, Black Titan introduces a utility-first framework that prioritizes real ecosystem participation and operational relevance when evaluating digital assets.

Under this approach, digital assets must demonstrate practical, functional roles within their native ecosystems, including:

• enabling access to network services,

• participating in fee-based protocol activity,

• supporting on-chain operations such as staking or validation, and

• serving as a requirement for specialized product usage.

This utility-driven evaluation reflects a shift away from passive models historically associated with corporate digital asset holdings, emphasizing instead productive participation aligned with real economic activity.

“Utility is the anchor of the DAT+ framework,” added Czhang Lin. “We believe digital assets are most valuable when they support real economic functions, and this first pillar defines how we assess that utility in a measurable and operationally relevant way.”

Upcoming Releases in the DAT+ Series

Following today’s announcement of Pillar 1, Black Titan will release additional pillars covering:

• Risk Management & Diversified Allocation Principles

• Token Utility Integration & Corporate Earnings Alignment

• Strategic Co-Support & Ecosystem Partnerships

• Liquidity Standards & Operational Readiness Requirements

Each pillar will provide further detail on how DAT+ may guide future evaluation of digital assets through a balanced, institutional, and innovation-focused approach.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements reflect Black Titan’s current expectations regarding strategic initiatives and growth plans. Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied, including market volatility, regulatory developments, and other factors described in Black Titan’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements except as required by law.

Media & Investor Contact

Czhang Lin
Co-Chief Executive Officer
contact-us@blacktitancorp.com

SOURCE: Black Titan Corp

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Engineered to Protect Vision Indoors and Out – Beyond UV Protection

GLENS FALLS, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / December 11, 2025 / Solir Optics, an emerging leader in protective eyewear innovation, today announced the launch of its debut collection engineered to safeguard eyes from harmful invisible light – both outside and under high-intensity indoor lighting. Built to go beyond traditional ultraviolet (UV) protection, Solir Optics introduces a patent-pending combination of infrared (IR) defense, UV415 protection, blue-light filtration, and advanced visible-light control to deliver enhanced contrast, lasting comfort, and comprehensive protection in demanding light environments.

Infrared radiation is invisible, heat-carrying wavelengths of light that our eyes absorb every day – outdoors, where it accounts for nearly half of the sun’s energy, and indoors, where high-intensity artificial lighting can expose users to concentrated IR. Prolonged exposure can subtly warm internal eye tissues, contributing to discomfort, fatigue, and long-term concerns including accelerated lens aging and cataract risk. Traditional sunglasses stop at UV protection. Solir Optics addresses this hidden risk with new lens technology designed to block more than 90% of infrared between 780nm and 2000nm, reducing thermal stress for sustained eye health.

Beyond invisible-light protection, Solir Optics’ infrared filtration also helps shield personal privacy by disrupting biometric scanning – an emerging concern in an increasingly sensor-driven world. By obscuring eye and facial data from IR-based cameras, Solir Optics eyewear offers an added layer of privacy protection from unwanted digital surveillance both indoors and outdoors.

“Solir Optics merges advanced science with thoughtful design so people can work, explore, and perform with protected vision,” said Scott MacGuffie, founder and president of Solir Optics. “Our mission is to safeguard and empower vision in a world where most of the risks to our eyesight can’t be seen. With Solir Optics, people can move through bright, demanding conditions with greater confidence and comfort.”

The debut collection, starting at $70, features five active-lifestyle frame styles paired with five vibrant lens options, including mirrored and photochromic choices. Solir Optics frames are crafted from ultradurable, bio-based injection-molded nylon with flexible temples and non-slip nose pads for a secure, comfortable fit. Select styles include integrated venting to prevent fogging, and two models meet ANSI Z87+ impact-resistance standards for eye protection in demanding work environments. Each pair ships with a protective microfiber pouch made from recycled materials to keep lenses clean and scratch-free.

The Solir Optics collection is available now at www.soliroptics.com.

About Solir Optics

Solir Optics is redefining protective eyewear with advanced infrared-blocking performance lenses built to guard eyes from invisible threats. Going beyond UV protection, the company’s patent-pending lens technology manages the full spectrum of harmful light-UV, blue, and IR-while enhancing color and contrast to deliver vibrant vision, reduce thermal stress, and provide lasting comfort in high-intensity environments. With sustainably built, impact-resistant frames and lenses designed for movement and all-day wear, Solir Optics creates eyewear that protects people at work and at play.

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Milestone Advances U.S. and Secures Location for Flagship Texas Facility Supporting Domestic Critical-Minerals Supply Chains

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / December 11, 2025 / CoTec Holdings Corp. (TSXV:CTH)(OTCQB:CTHCF) (“CoTec” or the “Company”) is pleased to note today’s press release by HyProMag USA, LLC (“HyProMag USA”), its U.S.-based joint venture rare earth permanent magnet recycling and manufacturing company.

HyProMag USA announced it has finalized the lease agreement for its proposed rare-earth magnet recycling and manufacturing facility in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas.

Julian Treger, Chief Executive of CoTec commented: “Finalizing the Texas Facility lease represents another major milestone in HyProMag USA’s mission to deliver a secure, sustainable rare-earth magnet supply chain in the United States. With the site secured and local partnerships in place, we’re moving decisively toward completing financing, construction and the first commercial-scale production of recycled magnets in the United States.”

HyProMag USA’s first facility (the “Texas Facility” or the “Project”) will be located at Ironhead Commerce Center, Building 1, Dallas-Fort Worth, Denton County, Texas. The Project site is strategically located next to critical infrastructure, the BNSF intermodal rail link and the Alliance airport. The milestone marks the next phase in HyProMag USA’s Project expansion and underscores its commitment to building a fully domestic, circular supply chain for rare-earth magnets critical to revitalizing U.S. industry and to provide a long-term domestic supply of critical minerals.

The Texas Facility will leverage the patented Hydrogen Processing of Magnet Scrap (“HPMS”) technology – developed by the Magnetic Materials Group at the University of Birmingham with over 25 years of R&D and exclusively licensed to HyProMag Limited, a 50% partner in HyProMag USA, to recover and remanufacture rare earth magnets from end-of-life products. HyProMag USA targets commissioning the Texas Facility by mid-2027, subject to final permitting and financing, and anticipates creating approximately 90 to 100 skilled jobs in magnet manufacturing, engineering and advanced materials processing. HyProMag USA has collaborated closely with the Town of Northlake to advance the Texas Facility. Additionally, HyProMag USA has also established and expanded its feedstock-supply partnership with Intelligent Lifecycle Solutions (ILS), a global electronics recycling company, which has commenced stockpiling magnet-bearing materials to support commissioning of HyProMag’s U.S. operations.

HyProMag USA will occupy 50 percent of Building 1 at Ironhead Commerce Center, approximately 128,000 square feet. The Texas Facility will serve as the central hub of HyProMag USA’s hub-and-spoke short-loop network, which includes planned pre-processing facilities in Nevada and South Carolina. The Project’s modular design allows for faster replication across the U.S., providing a more scalable blueprint for restoring rare-earth magnet production and reducing reliance on overseas sources.

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

A fly over of the facility’s location can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J8RHkZSfo0Y

About HyProMag USA

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

For more information, please visit www.hypromagusa.com

HyProMag USA Feasibility Study

The independent Feasibility Study on the development of a state-of-the-art rare earth magnet recycling and manufacturing operation in the United States includes the Texas Facility, and two pre-processing facilities located in South Carolina and Nevada respectivelyⁱ . In March 2025, HyProMag USA announced the expansion of the detailed engineering phase to include three HPMS vesselsⁱⁱ and that it was initiating concept studies for further expansion and complementary “Long Loop” recyclingⁱⁱⁱ . The Texas Facility’s annual production is expected to be 750 metric tons per annum of recycled sintered NdFeB magnets and 807 metric tons per annum of associated NdFeB co-products (total payable capacity – 1,557 metric tons NdFeB within five years of commissioning) over a 40-year operating life. It is expected the Texas Facility will provide significant optionality to supply the U.S. market with additional NdFeB alloy powder while assisting in revitalizing the U.S. magnet sector with the creation of 90-100 skilled magnet manufacturing jobs.

In March 2025, HyProMag USA announced the results of an independent ISO-Compliant product carbon footprint study which confirmed an exceptionally low CO₂ footprint of 2.35 kg CO₂ eq. per kg of NdFeB cut sintered block product^iv .

In August 2025, HyProMag USA announced ILS had formally commenced its stockpiling of feedstock initiative pursuant to the recently announced feedstock supply and pre-processing site share agreement between HyProMag USA and ILS.

In September 2025, HyProMag USA announced the commissioning of a concept study to evaluate the expansion of its operations into Nevada and South Carolina in collaboration with ILS^v and the commissioning of a concept study to evaluate long-loop recycling with Worley Group Inc^vi .

About CoTec

CoTec Holdings Corp. (TSXV:CTH)(OTCQB:CTHCF) is redefining the future of resource extraction and recycling. Focused on rare earth magnets and strategic materials, CoTec integrates breakthrough technologies with strategic assets to unlock secure, sustainable, and low-cost supply chains for the United States and its allies.

CoTec’s mission is clear: accelerate the energy transition while strengthening U.S. economic and national security. By investing in and deploying disruptive technologies, the Company delivers capital-efficient, scalable solutions that transform marginal assets, tailings, waste streams, and recycled products into high-value critical minerals.

From its HyProMag USA magnet recycling joint venture in Texas, to iron tailings reprocessing in Québec, to next-generation copper and iron solutions backed by global majors, CoTec is building a diversified portfolio with long-term growth, rapid cash flow potential, and high barriers to entry. The result is a game-changing platform at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and strategic materials.

For more information, please visit www.cotec.ca

For further information, please contact:

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ⁱ https://www.cotec.ca/news/hypromag-usa-feasibility-study-demonstrates-robust-economics-and-the-opportunity-to-develop-a-major-new-domestic-source-of-recycled-rare-earths-magnets-for-the-united-states

ⁱⁱ https://cotec.ca/news/hypromag-usa-expands-detailed-engineering-phase-to-include-three-hpms-vessels-and-initiates-concept-studies-for-further-expansion-and-complementary-long-loop-recycling

ⁱⁱⁱ Conventional leach, extraction purification and precipitation process

^iv https://cotec.ca/news/hypromag-usas-iso-compliant-product-carbon-footprint-study-confirms-exceptionally-low-co2-footprint-of-235-kg-co2-eq-per-kg-of-ndfeb-cut-sintered-block

^v https://hypromagusa.com/hypromag-usa-to-commission-scoping-study-to-triple-capacity/

^vi https://hypromagusa.com/hypromag-usa-project-update-for-its-rare earth-magnet-recycling-and-manufacturing-plants-in-the-united-states/

SOURCE: CoTec Holdings Corp.

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