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Built by Creators, for Creators: Insta360 Introduces Four New Premium Videography Bundles

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Insta360 today introduced four new videography bundles for Insta360 Ace Pro 2, co-engineered with Leica. These kits were shaped by how creators actually shoot: fast setups, distinctive looks, and tools that keep you in the moment as your story unfolds.

Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Videography Bundles Key Visual
Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Videography Bundles Key Visual

“With help from Leica, we’ve redefined the action camera. It’s no longer just for capturing thrilling action sports—it has become a creative tool for serious photography.” said Max Richter Co-Founder & VP Marketing.

For the past five years, Insta360’s partnership with Leica has grown alongside a global creator community. Street vloggers, mountain filmmakers, festival documenters, and first-time storytellers have used Insta360 Ace Pro 2 to turn everyday scenes into shareable moments. The new bundles build on that feedback with pro-level control, Leica color science in camera, and accessories that match real workflows.

These bundles were recently unveiled at an exclusive event at Leica’s HQ, where top creators had the chance to experience the latest products firsthand and celebrate the ongoing partnership between Insta360 and Leica.

What’s New at a Glance

  • Xplorer Grip Pro Kit: This upgraded grip provides tactile 1–2× slide zoom, exposure control, quick mode switching, and an integrated battery for extended shooting sessions.
  • Pocket Printer: Compatible with Insta360 Ace Pro 2, this portable printer—the first made for an action camera—delivers instant, memorable keepsakes from any moment.
  • Premium Lenses: Discover new Cinematic, Ultra Wide, and Close-Up lenses for versatile street, portrait, landscape, and macro photography.
  • New Leica Color Profiles: Access the new Leica Eternal and Leica B&W High Contrast profiles, alongside the existing Leica Natural and Leica Vivid.
  • Film-Style Aesthetics: Try the new Retro Neon and Vintage Vacation in-camera filters for stylized results without heavy grading.
  • Firmware Update for All Users: Every Insta360 Ace Pro 2 owner gets access to the new Leica Color Profiles and Film Filters as part of the new update (V2.0.3). Download from our official website, or through the Insta360 app.

Xplorer Pro Bundle: Shoot with Precision. Shoot like a Pro.

Price: $518.99
Including: Insta360 Ace Pro 2 (Dual Battery) and Xplorer Grip Pro Kit.
The Xplorer Pro Bundle is crafted for photography and videography enthusiasts, urban travelers, and adventure seekers who want creativity and convenience on the go. By enhancing handheld controls and enabling on-the-go charging, Insta360 Ace Pro 2 becomes the ideal companion for street photography, vlogging, and everyday moments. With a Leica SUMMARIT lens, Leica color profiles, Dual AI Chip, leading low-light performance, a 2.5-inch flip touchscreen, and FlowState Stabilization, this portable setup delivers premium image quality and creative flexibility. It empowers creators to capture their vision anywhere, with ease and style.

Flash Print Bundle: Instant Prints, Anywhere.

Price: $579.99
Including: Insta360 Ace Pro 2 (Dual Battery), Xplorer Grip Pro Kit, Pocket Printer, Flip Screen Hood, and Classic Leather Case.
The Flash Print Bundle is built for young creators and trendsetters who want instant, playful content creation without heavy gear. It includes the first Pocket Printer made for action cameras*, enabling quick printing and sharing with Leica watermarks directly from the Insta360 Ace Pro 2 or through the Xplorer Grip Pro Kit for added control. Powered by Leica imaging and stylish accessories, this bundle offers an interactive, flexible way to capture and share your story wherever inspiration strikes.
*Refers to the first portable printer designed for action cameras, as of November 12, 2025.

Videography Bundle Limited Edition: Collect, Create, Express.

Price: $604.99
Including: Insta360 Ace Pro 2, Xplorer Grip Pro Kit, Flip Screen Hood, and Cinematic Lens.
The Videography Bundle Limited Edition is tailored for creators who appreciate artistry, classic aesthetics, and a streamlined setup. Housed in a custom-designed box, it combines exclusivity and professional appeal with a minimalist approach. The bundle features a Cinematic Lens, delivering a film-like, cinematic look directly from the camera. A thoughtfully curated setup with one lens offers refined simplicity and portability—ideal for creative storytellers seeking distinct style and mood without extra clutter.

Ultimate Videography Bundle: Professional, Complete, Flagship.

Price: $739.99
Including: Insta360 Ace Pro 2, Xplorer Grip Pro Kit, Flip Screen Hood, Cinematic Lens, Close-Up Lens, and Ultra Wide Lens.
The Ultimate Videography Bundle is designed for creators looking for a complete, versatile kit for any project—from travel to passion work. Featuring three premium lenses, this bundle maximizes creative possibilities with Insta360 Ace Pro 2 action camera. Each lens supports a different shooting style, unlocking new ways to create. With support from Leica expertise and advanced color profiles, this bundle encourages you to explore fresh perspectives, achieve cinematic results, and unlock new storytelling dimensions.

Xplorer Pro Bundle Available Now

These bundles reinforce Insta360 Ace Pro 2 as a versatile, professional, and premium camera system, marking its evolution from hardcore action shooting to everyday photography and cinematic storytelling. The Xplorer Pro Bundle is priced at $518.99, the Videography Bundle Limited Edition at $604.99, the Ultimate Videography Bundle at $739.99, and the Flash Print Bundle at $579.99. All four new videography bundles will be released together on November 12, and the Xplorer Pro Bundle is already available for purchase on our official website.To learn more about these bundles and check availability in your region, visit our official website.

In addition to our exciting new bundles, we’re thrilled to introduce the Insta360 Vision Awards Supported by Leica, running from November 18 to February 28, 2026. Submit content shot on any camera for your chance to win Leica cameras, Insta360 products, and cash prizes. Click here to learn more.

Meet Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Videography Bundles – Cinematic Filmmaking in 8K:
https://youtu.be/3ioGGM71c7k?si=CNIJA0mQxJxIN552 

About Insta360

With a “Think bold” mindset, Insta360 empowers people to capture and share their lives in extraordinary ways. Recognized as a market leader and innovator, Insta360’s vast lineup includes the world’s best-selling 360 cameras in the X Series, the pocket-sized GO Series for everyday capture, as well as an extensive range of action cameras, gimbals, webcams, and professional photography solutions. With intuitive, AI-powered software, Insta360 simplifies the creative process, allowing users to focus on storytelling without technical barriers. Insta360 is dedicated to helping a new generation of athletes, creatives, travelers and professionals bring their ideas to life.

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Atlas Critical Minerals Confirms Nuclear-Grade Quality at Its Graphite Project

Independent U.S. Laboratory Testing Achieves Exceptional 99.9995% Carbon Purity; Opens Path to Ultra-Premium Nuclear Graphite Market

Belo Horizonte, Brazil – Newsfile Corp. – November 12, 2025 – Atlas Critical Minerals Corporation (OTCQB: JUPGF) (“Atlas Critical Minerals” or the “Company”), an exploration company focused on critical minerals for defense applications and electrification, is pleased to announce that comprehensive characterization and thermal purification testwork performed on graphite concentrate from its Malacacheta Graphite Project in Minas Gerais, Brazil has achieved nuclear-grade purity specifications of 99.9995 wt.% carbon (99.9995% C).

The testwork was conducted by American Energy Technologies Company (“AETC”), a highly specialized U.S.-based graphite testing and processing expert, and documented in AETC’s technical report dated October 15, 2025. The results position Atlas Critical Minerals to potentially access the ultra-premium nuclear graphite market, where material meeting nuclear-grade specifications commands prices of $25,000 to $35,000 per tonne, representing a 10-15x premium over standard battery-grade graphite.

Details on the studies performed and their results are available in the Technical Report Summary (“TRS”) prepared in accordance with Item 1300 of Regulation S-K (“Regulation S-K 1300”) and is annexed as an exhibit to the Form 6-K filed by the Company today with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The TRS was prepared by SGS Canada Inc. (“SGS”), a premier mineral evaluation company, with Marc-Antoine Laporte from SGS serving as the Qualified Person for Graphite.

Key Highlights

Nuclear-Grade Purity Achieved: Thermal purification at 2,800°C in an inert nitrogen atmosphere yielded loss on ignition (LOI) purity of 99.9995 wt.% carbon with ash content of only 0.0005 wt.%, meeting stringent nuclear-grade specifications. This exceptional purity level was achieved without the use of halogen gases, demonstrating an environmentally superior purification process.

Diversified Premium Market Opportunities Beyond Nuclear: The successfully purified Malacacheta graphite qualifies for multiple ultra-high-value applications beyond nuclear energy, including lithium-ion battery anodes, among others. A key geological advantage — mineral impurities located on flake surfaces rather than intercalated within the structure — enabled the efficient achievement of 99.9995 wt.% purity without halogen gas usage, which has the potential to qualify the Company’s material for superior purification economics and environmental benefits.

Competitive with Global Leaders: Post-purification BET (Brunauer-Emmett-Teller) test results showing a surface area of 0.89 m²/g places the Company’s Malacacheta graphite on par with leading materials from established deposits, including premium Chinese flake graphite from Qingdao province.

Robust Crystalline Flake Structure: Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis confirms the presence of naturally occurring thick, robust flake particles, including specimens measuring approximately 5 µm in thickness — comparable to classic natural flake graphite found in China’s premier deposits (Figure 1).

Figure 1: Scanning Electron Microscopy images at 100x and 800x magnification showing clean, pure crystalline flake structure

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Nuclear-Grade Graphite Market Opportunity

Nuclear-grade graphite serves as a critical material in nuclear reactors, valued for its exceptional thermal properties, neutron moderation capabilities, and structural stability at extreme temperatures. The nuclear energy sector is experiencing a renaissance, with over 70 gigawatts of new nuclear capacity currently under construction globally and more than 420 operational reactors worldwide, demand for high-purity nuclear graphite is accelerating rapidly. The International Energy Agency projects that annual investment in nuclear projects will need to double to $120 billion by 2030, with more than 40 countries expanding nuclear power capabilities to meet energy security and decarbonization goals. The expected proliferation of Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology in the near term is expected to further accelerate demand for high-purity nuclear graphite.

Nuclear graphite must meet exceptionally stringent purity requirements, typically 99.999% carbon or higher, with minimal impurities that could affect reactor performance or neutron efficiency. The successful achievement of 99.9995% carbon purity by the Company’s Malacacheta graphite demonstrates the material’s suitability for this demanding application, potentially opening access to a market segment commanding premium pricing 10-15 times higher than conventional battery-grade graphite.

The global graphite market is experiencing robust growth driven primarily by the electric vehicle battery sector, with natural graphite production in 2024 estimated at 1.3 million tonnes. However, the nuclear graphite segment represents a particularly attractive opportunity due to its ultra-premium pricing structure. With high-quality flake graphite commanding $2,000-2,400 per tonne and spherical graphite reaching $4,000-4,700 per tonne, nuclear-grade graphite at $25,000-$35,000 per tonne offers significantly enhanced economics.

AETC’s report concludes with the following statements: “Atlas graphite material is comprised of a naturally occurring mixture of robustly thick and very friable thin flakes… The distribution generated for ‘as received’ sample shows presence of +40 and +50 mesh flakes, whose presence will open a number of alternative hi-tech markets… For reference, many natural flake graphite mines don’t possess commercially viable quantities of these particle sizes, putting Atlas in a favorable position over their competition.”

About Atlas Critical Minerals Corporation
Atlas Critical Minerals Corporation (OTCQB: JUPGF) controls a large portfolio of critical mineral rights in Brazil, encompassing over 218,000 hectares, and including projects in rare earths, titanium, graphite, and uranium – minerals essential for defense applications and electrification. The Company’s Iron Quadrangle Project is expected to generate initial revenues in the fourth quarter of 2025. More information is available on the Company’s website at www.atlascriticalminerals.com and in its filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Safe Harbor Statement
This press 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. Forward-looking statements are based upon the current plans, estimates and projections of Atlas Critical Minerals and its subsidiaries and are subject to inherent risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ from the forward-looking statements. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.

Risks related to the Company and its subsidiaries are discussed in the section entitled “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Form 20-F filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on February 28, 2025. Please also refer to the Company’s other filings with the SEC, all of which are available at www.sec.gov. In addition, any forward-looking statements represent the Company’s views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing its views as of any subsequent date. The Company explicitly disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect any change in its expectations or any change in events, conditions, or circumstances on which any such statement is based.

Investor Relations
Brian W. Bernier
Vice President, Investor Relations
+1 (833) 661-7900
brian.bernier@atlas-cm.com
https://www.atlascriticalminerals.com/
@Atlas_Crit_Min

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Correcting and Replacing: AS Watson Surpasses Halfway Mark in Global Youth Employment Pledge: 134,000 Young People Recruited Worldwide and 3.8 Million Training Hours Delivered to Empower Future Retail Leaders


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 November 2025 – AS Watson, the world’s largest international health and beauty retailer, has reached a major milestone in its global youth employment pledge – recruiting 134,000 young people to date and delivering 3.8 million hours of training. This achievement marks more than halfway toward its goal of creating 200,000 opportunities by 2030.

AS Watson Surpasses Halfway Mark in Global Youth Employment Pledge

Alongside job creation, AS Watson has invested heavily in training and development, delivering 3.8 million hours of learning to new joiners in their first year – meaning each young person receives on average 28 hours of learning. This initiative underscores the Group’s dedication to empowering young talent with the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving retail landscape.

AS Watson launched the Pledge in 2022 to address the challenges young people face when entering the workforce. A lack of initial workplace experience and a disconnect between academic learning and practical skills often limit their employability. AS Watson is committed to helping them overcome these barriers by providing hands-on experience and practical skills training that bridge the gap between education and the workplace.

Empowering the Next Generation

Dr. Malina Ngai, Group CEO of AS Watson, said, “At AS Watson, we give young people more than a job – we give them belonging, purpose, and the tools to succeed.”

“When we invest in young people, we invest in the future of everything – our industry, our communities, and our world. That’s the real purpose behind every opportunity we create.”

Impact Beyond Numbers

Beyond offering first jobs, AS Watson’s programme focuses on long-term career growth. It equips young employees with essential digital, customer service, and leadership skills. The Group continues to collaborate with educational institutions and NGOs to ensure inclusive access to career opportunities.

Looking ahead, AS Watson remains committed to:

  • Reach 200,000 youth employment opportunities by 2030
  • Expand training in digital skills and sustainability roles
  • Drive innovation through technology and Generative Al in retail

To learn more about AS Watson’s youth employment initiatives and career opportunities, visit Join Us | AS Watson Group – A member of CK Hutchison Holdings

Hashtag: #ASWatson



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VinFast launches residual value guarantee program in the Philippines, offering value protection up to 90 percent


MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 November 2025 – VinFast has announced its Residual Value Guarantee (RVG) Program for the Philippine market, under which the company provides a guaranteed vehicle value of up to 90 percent of the original price. This pioneering policy provides customers greater peace of mind when transitioning to electric vehicles, accelerates the broader shift toward green mobility, and reaffirms VinFast’s long-term commitment to the Philippine market.

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To strengthen customer confidence in the long-term value of electric vehicles, starting in November 2025 VinFast will apply a guaranteed residual value plan based on a fixed annual depreciation schedule. After the vehicle is inspected and confirmed to meet eligibility criteria, the maximum guaranteed residual values are set at 90 percent after six months of use, 86 percent after one year, 78 percent after two years, and 70 percent after three years.

The RVG Program applies to VinFast’s entire product lineup in the Philippines, from the VF 3 to the VF 9, and is available to new customers. The program is the latest in a series of customer-centric solutions VinFast is implementing in the Philippines to facilitate the transition to electric vehicles. Earlier initiatives include a vehicle warranty of up to 10 years, three years of free charging at stations operated by strategic partner V-Green, flexible financing options, and 24-hour technical support and roadside assistance.

Mr. Antonio Zara, CEO of VinFast Southeast Asia, stated: “With a residual value guarantee of up to 90% of the vehicle’s list price, VinFast aims to make EV ownership more accessible and reassuring for Filipino consumers. When combined with our other support programs, we believe electric vehicles will soon become a natural and reliable choice for households and individual users across the Philippines. This program reflects our long-term commitment to the market and reinforces our strong belief in the quality of our products.”

After more than a year in the Philippine market, VinFast has steadily strengthened its presence with a diverse EV portfolio, flexible sales policies, and dedicated after-sales services. Alongside its growing network of authorized dealerships, VinFast collaborates with leading local partners to operate a wide network of maintenance service centers, providing customers with convenient and consistent service nationwide.

In the next phase, VinFast will continue to expand its distribution and service network in key locations in the Philippines, further developing a comprehensive EV ecosystem centered on sustainable mobility. This reinforces the company’s long-term commitment to Filipino consumers and lays the foundation for sustainable growth moving forward.

Hashtag: #VinFast

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About VinFast

VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnam’s largest conglomerates, is a pure-play electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer with the mission of making EVs accessible to everyone. VinFast’s product lineup today includes a wide range of electric SUVs, e-scooters, and e-buses.

VinFast is currently embarking on its next growth phase through rapid expansion of its distribution and dealership network globally and increasing its manufacturing capacities with a focus on key markets across North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia.

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EARTHDAY.ORG CELEBRATES HISTORIC EUROPEAN UNION MOVE TO MAKE CLIMATE EDUCATION CENTRAL TO CLIMATE ACTION

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — EARTHDAY.ORG (EDO), the global organizer of the Earth Day movement—observed by more than one billion people each April 22—celebrates the European Union’s landmark decision to integrate climate education into school curricula from kindergarten through grade 12, as part of its 2025 Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to the Paris Agreement.

“The inclusion of climate education in the EU NDC is an important step toward equipping students with green skills and countering climate disinformation.  This progress has been made possible through the collective engagement of civil society organizations working in dialogue with public authorities, with EARTHDAY.ORG contributing as one of many committed partners in this process.” Katarzyna Wrona, Director at Department of Clean Air and Climate Negotiations, Ministry of Climate and Environment, Republic of Poland

The Danish Presidency formally submitted the European Union’s NDC to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) on 5 November 2025. By officially incorporating climate education across its 27 member states, the EU joins more than 60 other countries that have adopted EARTHDAY.ORG–model language in their NDCs—helping to cement climate literacy as a global standard for climate action.

“The inclusion of climate education in the EU’s NDC is a significant victory for young people across Europe. Strengthening green skills in curricula will make young Europeans better prepared and more competitive in the green job market but also combat the rise of climate misinformation which is arising across Europe.

This achievement is the result of strong collaboration between governments, youth, and civil society. Our dear youth colleague from EARTHDAY.ORG has been an important advocate for advancing climate education at the EU level.” Sigurd Krabbe, Denmark’s Youth Delegate to the UN for Climate and Environment

This milestone marks the result of over a decade of bold EDO advocacy.

“As we navigate the climate emergency, quality climate education is as fundamental as teaching reading and writing. Teachers are determined to empower students for climate action and a just transition but we need policies that provide us with enabling conditions.  Through our Teach for the Planet campaign and together with EARTHDAY.ORG, we are advocating for governments everywhere to recognize and fund climate education as the essential adaptation measure and resource that it is.”
Dave Edwards, General Secretary, Education International

The World Bank’s Choosing Our Future: Education for Climate Action finds demand for “green skills” outpaces supply. The World Economic Forum reports job postings requiring at least one green skill rose 22.4% from 2022 to 2023.

“The green transition will create over 100 million new jobs globally in the next decade. To fill these roles, workers need green skills, and climate education teaches them. It’s non-negotiable for global economic growth and prosperity.” Kathleen Rogers, President, EARTHDAY.ORG.

“The transition to a green economy won’t happen without a workforce with the right skills, and demand for green skills continues to outpace supply. EARTHDAY.ORG‘s success in helping more than 150 countries include climate education in their updated NDCs is a major step forward.

This achievement aligns with insights from LinkedIn’s 2025 Global Green Skills Report: climate education doesn’t just tackle climate change—it connects people to jobs and economic opportunity. By prioritizing climate education, these nations are investing in both a sustainable future and an inclusive economy.” Efrem Bycer, Head of Workforce and Climate Policy Partnerships, LinkedIn

Last month, the Vatican endorsed climate education and integral ecology, highlighting EDO’s advocacy in Vatican News alongside the release of its updated NDC.

The EU and the Vatican are not alone — nations across the political and economic spectrum are now integrating climate education into their NDCs.

“It has been clearly recognized that this joint effort among countries would not have been possible without international organizations such as EARTHDAY.ORG and agencies such as the United Nations and UNEP. They are crucial because they provide support, financing, and initiatives that help countries move forward.” Minister Juan Carlos Castro Vargas, Minister of the Environment of Peru

COP30, currently underway in Belém, Brazil, provides an ideal forum to discuss financing so that every nation can scale climate education.

“The Kenya Climate Change Strategy mooted in 2021 aims at enhancing climate change knowledge, interpretation and its applications among learners, teachers, trainers and facilitators by 2030. The specific actions range from integration of climate curriculum at all levels, capacity building for teachers and trainers in climate change, and enhancing research and innovation in climate change. In this regard, Kenya is proud to have integrated climate education into the heart of our NDC 3.0. This decisive action, aligned with the global efforts of the Climate Education Coalition, Earth Day, and multilateral development banks, signals our commitment.

Now, our priority is to move from commitment to implementation. This requires concrete support from global climate finance. Investing in climate education is not just an expense; it is one of the most effective forms of adaptation—it means training new, aware, and prepared generations to face future challenges while ensuring a just and sustainable development path for all.” Hon. Julius Migos Ogamba, Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Education, Kenya

“We grew up learning about the great forests, oceans and rivers of the world but not how to care for them even though our lives are dependent on them. We didn’t learn that the industries that make us prosperous are responsible for greenhouse gas emissions and that we must use clean energy and clean tech to keep the planet livable. Thank you to the Governments supporting the climate curriculum – our children will know better.” Sharan Burrow, Vice Chair, European Climate Foundation, former General Secretary of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) & former teacher

The EDO NDC CLIMATE EDUCATION TRACKER  is updated daily and serves as an important tool for monitoring the integration of climate education into national commitments. The schedule for our on-the-ground teams’ speaking events at COP30 can be found HERE.

About EARTHDAY.ORG: EARTHDAY.ORG’s mission is to diversify, educate, and activate the environmental movement worldwide. Since the first Earth Day in 1970, EARTHDAY.ORG has become the largest recruiter to the environmental movement, working with 150,000+ partners in over 190 countries. One billion people participate in Earth Day activities annually, making it the world’s largest civic observance. Visit www.earthday.org to learn more.

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Leap Therapeutics Rebrands as Cypherpunk; Expands Leadership Team to Drive New Zcash Treasury Strategy

Khing Oei appointed Chairman of the Board;
Will McEvoy appointed Chief Investment Officer and Member of the Board;
Cypherpunk Technologies Inc. announces acquisition of 203,775.27 ZEC.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Nov. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Leap Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: LPTX) today announced it will change its name to Cypherpunk Technologies Inc., and unveiled a digital asset treasury strategy to accumulate Zcash’s native coin, ZEC. Cypherpunk has to date used $50 million of proceeds from the previously announced private placement to purchase 203,775.27 ZEC at an average purchase price of $245.37 per ZEC.

In addition, the company also plans to change its ticker symbol to (Nasdaq: CYPH) as part of the rebranding under the Cypherpunk name. The company will begin trading under its new name and ticker symbol CYPH on Thursday, November 13. Until then, investors can continue to buy and sell the company’s stock under the current ticker symbol LPTX without interruption.

Cypherpunk also announced the appointment of Khing Oei and Will McEvoy to its Board of Directors, effective November 11, 2025. This strategic move comes as part of the Company’s recently completed $58.88 million private placement led by Winklevoss Capital to initiate a digital asset treasury strategy. Notably, Winklevoss Capital was the only institutional investor in the private placement, contributing a majority of the total raised.

“The recent weak performance of digital asset treasury companies stems from PIPEs dominated by short-term, mercenary capital. We’ve taken a different path by building a syndicate of value-aligned investors who believe in the long-term importance of Zcash and privacy for the United States and the world.” Will McEvoy, Chief Investment Officer of Cypherpunk

Khing Oei has been appointed Chairman of the Board, while Will McEvoy will also serve as the company’s first-ever Chief Investment Officer, effective in each case as of November 11, 2025.  Concurrently with Mr. Oei’s appointment, Christopher Mirabelli, PhD, will step down from his role as Chairman, while remaining a member of the Board.

 “We are pleased to welcome Khing and Will to the Board of Directors, and to have Will serve as Chief Investment Officer as we advance our strategy to create long-term shareholder value through active participation in Zcash. Participant control and privacy, enabled by Zcash, are critical as financial transactions move increasingly to blockchain and tokenization. The rebranding and new leadership appointments mark a transformational step in expanding our mission as we enter a new phase of growth.” Douglas E. Onsi, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cypherpunk

Why This Matters

Cypherpunk is a company dedicated to self-sovereignty. As the world becomes increasingly digitized, privacy has become a rare and vanishing resource. And despite their critical importance, privacy enhancing technologies remain under-adopted. Backing privacy today is both a generational mission and a massive opportunity. Privacy is the foundation that allows freedom of speech, thought, and association to thrive. Without it, these societal tentpoles may exist on paper but can’t be exercised meaningfully in practice. In other words, privacy is the silent precondition of freedom. Additionally, in a world where privacy is scarce, it becomes the most valuable commodity.

Why Zcash?

Zcash is one of the oldest and most respected privacy-preserving blockchains, launched in 2016 as a fork of Bitcoin with advanced cryptography that enables selective transparency. Built on the same sound monetary principles as Bitcoin, with a fixed 21 million coin supply, Zcash introduced a breakthrough in privacy technology through the use of zero-knowledge proofs (zk-SNARKs), allowing transactions to be verified without revealing sender, receiver, or amount. This innovation has since influenced the entire cryptographic landscape, inspiring privacy advancements across other blockchains like Ethereum and Solana.

Since its inception, Zcash has processed tens of millions of transactions and consistently ranked among the top privacy coins by market capitalization. Its underlying protocol continues to evolve with major upgrades — including Halo 2, a trustless recursive proof system that eliminates the need for trusted setup ceremonies and enhances scalability. Nearly a decade after launch, Zcash remains one of the few digital assets with the potential for both Bitcoin-level decentralization and cutting-edge privacy, offering real utility with private yet auditable digital transactions.

Cypherpunk Technologies Inc. sees Zcash as digital privacy in asset form, the same way Bitcoin has proven to be digital gold. Zcash also represents an important hedge against the transparency of Bitcoin and the existing financial infrastructure in an AI-abundant future.

New Board Members

  • Khing Oei is a seasoned investor with a strong track record of investing in public, private and digital markets. Oei is the Founder and CEO of Treasury, an emerging euro-denominated Bitcoin treasury firm. Before Treasury, Oei was the Founder and CEO of Captur (formerly AlphaSwap), a decentralized asset management platform. He was previously the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Eyck Capital, a London-based event-driven hedge fund focused on distressed and special situations across credit and equities, managing over $200 million in assets. Prior to that role, Oei was a Managing Principal and Portfolio Manager at Bardin Hill (formerly Halcyon), a $10 billion multi-strategy hedge fund where, as CEO of its European operations, he led European distressed investments and managed the firm’s $2.5 billion CLO platform. Oei began his career at Goldman Sachs in the Special Situations Group and later worked at Fortress Investment Group’s Drawbridge Special Opportunities Fund. He holds a MSc in Econometrics from The Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.
  • Will McEvoy is a Principal at Winklevoss Capital, where he invests and identifies opportunities on the frontier, from crypto and space to energy, bio, and defense. He focuses on companies and technologies that slow entropy and create order in critical civilizational domains. Before joining Winklevoss Capital, Will authored Bitcoin and crypto research at Fundstrat and helped build one of Dynasty Financial Partners’ highest-performing client platforms. He also serves on the board of Real Bedford FC and holds a degree from The George Washington University.

About Cypherpunk

Cypherpunk Technologies Inc., previously known as Leap Therapeutics, Inc., is a company developing novel therapies for patients with cancer and implementing a digital asset treasury strategy focused on Zcash. Following a $58.88 million private placement led by Winklevoss Capital, the Company is aiming to build long-term shareholder value by acquiring ZEC, participating in the development of Zcash, and continuing the development of sirexatamab and FL-501 to treat patients with cancer. For more information about the Company, visit our websites at http://www.cypherpunk.com and http://www.leaptx.com or view our public filings with the SEC that are available via EDGAR at http://www.sec.gov or via https://investors.leaptx.com/.

About Winklevoss Capital

Winklevoss Capital is an investment firm founded in 2012 by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss that invests in frontier technologies.

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Going forward, we intend to announce material information to the public through filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the investor relations page on our website (URL), press releases, public conference calls, public webcasts, our X account (@cypherpunktech), and our LinkedIn page. The information disclosed in the foregoing channels could be deemed to be material information. As such, we encourage investors, the media, and others to follow the channels listed above and to review the information disclosed through such channels. Any updates to the list of disclosure channels through which we will announce information will be posted on the investor relations page on our website.

Additional Information and Where to Find It

The Company has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) a definitive proxy statement on Schedule 14A (as may be supplemented or amended, the “Definitive Proxy Statement”) and a proxy card with respect to its solicitation of proxies for the Special Meeting of Stockholders to be held December 15, 2025 (the “Special Meeting”). The Definitive Proxy Statement contains important information about the matters to be voted on at the Special Meeting. STOCKHOLDERS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO READ THESE MATERIALS (INCLUDING ANY AMENDMENTS OR SUPPLEMENTS THERETO) AND ANY OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS THAT THE COMPANY HAS FILED OR WILL FILE WITH THE SEC CAREFULLY AND IN THEIR ENTIRETY BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN OR WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE COMPANY AND THE MATTERS TO BE VOTED ON AT THE SPECIAL MEETING. Stockholders are able to obtain free copies of these documents, and other documents we file with the SEC through the website maintained by the SEC at www.sec.gov. Copies will also be available at no charge in the Investors section of our website at http://www.cypherpunk.com or http://www.leaptx.com.

Participant Information

The Company, its directors and certain of its executive officers are deemed to be “participants” (as defined in Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) in the solicitation of proxies from the Company’s stockholders in connection with the matters to be considered at the Special Meeting. Information about the compensation of our named executive officers and our non-employee directors as of the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 is set forth in the sections titled “Executive Compensation” and “Compensation of Directors” in the Definitive Proxy Statement. Information regarding the participants’ holdings of Company securities can be found in the section titled “Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management” in the Definitive Proxy Statement.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This press release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements generally can be identified by the use of words such as “anticipate,” “expect,” “plan,” “could,” “may,” “will,” “believe,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “goal,” “project,” and other words of similar meaning. Forward-looking statements address various matters including statements relating to ZEC or digital assets held or to be held by the Company, the expected future market, price and liquidity of ZEC or other digital assets the Company acquires, the macro and political conditions surrounding Zcash or digital assets, the Company’s plan for value creation and strategic advantages, market size and growth opportunities, regulatory conditions, competitive position and the interest of other corporations in similar business strategies, technological and market trends, and future financial condition and performance. Risks and uncertainties of the digital asset treasury strategy include, among others: (a) the risk that the Company will fail to realize the anticipated benefits of the digital asset treasury strategy; (b) changes in business, market, financial, political and regulatory conditions; (c) risks relating to the Company’s operations and business, including the highly volatile nature of the price of cryptocurrencies, including ZEC; (d) the risk that the price of the Company’s Common Stock may be highly correlated to the price of ZEC or other digital assets that it holds; (e) risks related to increased competition in the industries in which the Company does and will operate; (f) risks relating to significant legal, commercial, regulatory and technical uncertainty regarding digital assets generally; (g) risks relating to the treatment of crypto assets for U.S. and foreign tax purposes; and (h) the ability to comply with the continued listing requirements of the Nasdaq Capital Market (“Nasdaq”). New risks and uncertainties may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible to predict all risks and uncertainties. No representations or warranties (expressed or implied) are made about the accuracy of any such forward-looking statements. The Company may not actually achieve the forecasts disclosed in such forward-looking statements, and you should not place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are subject to a number of material risks and uncertainties including but not limited to those set forth under the caption “Risk Factors” in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC, or as may be included in other reports or information we file with the SEC, as well as discussions of potential risks, uncertainties, and other important factors in its subsequent filings with the SEC. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it was made. Neither the Company, nor any of its affiliates, advisors or representatives, undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing the Company’s views as of any date subsequent to the date hereof.

CONTACT: 
Douglas E. Onsi
President & Chief Executive Officer
Cypherpunk Technologies Inc.
617-714-0360
donsi@leaptx.com

For Investors:
Matthew DeYoung
Investor Relations
Argot Partners
212-600-1902
leap@argotpartners.com

For Media:
Jacqueline Ortiz Ramsey
It Factor Strategies
954-294-3249
jacqueline@itfactorstrategies.com 

 

 

e-STORAGE to Deliver 1.86 GWh DC of Energy Storage Solutions for the Skyview 2 Project in Ontario, Canada

KITCHENER, ON, Nov. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Canadian Solar Inc. (the “Company” or “Canadian Solar”) (NASDAQ: CSIQ) today announced that e-STORAGE, part of the Company’s majority-owned subsidiary CSI Solar Co., Ltd. (“CSI Solar”), has been contracted to provide a fully integrated energy storage solution and turnkey Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for the 411 MW/1,858 MWh Skyview 2 Energy Storage Project in Edwardsburgh Cardinal, Ontario, Canada.

The project, developed by Potentia Renewables Inc. (“Potentia”) in collaboration with the Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation, was awarded under Ontario’s Long-Term Reliability (LT1) energy storage procurement process.

As the turnkey EPC provider, e-STORAGE will deliver approximately 390 units of its proprietary SolBank 3.0 energy storage solution for the project. Shipments are expected to begin in February 2026, with commercial operation planned for the second quarter of 2027. e-STORAGE will also provide system integration, substation and balance-of-plant works (excluding the high-voltage transformer and HV switchgear), as well as the transmission line interconnection to the existing grid infrastructure. Additionally, e-STORAGE will provide a 21-year Long-Term Agreement (LTSA) to ensure long-term system performance and reliability.

With 8 GWh of energy storage projects deployed across North America, e-STORAGE continues to strengthen its execution track record and regional presence. Skyview 2 builds on this momentum and reinforces e-STORAGE’s full-stack delivery capability across the storage project lifecycle.

Ben Greenhouse, CEO, Potentia, said: “The Skyview 2 Energy Storage Project represents a major milestone for both Ontario and Potentia, marking the province’s largest battery energy storage project to date. Together with the Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation and our partners at Canadian Solar and e-STORAGE, we’re proud to advance innovative, dependable, and affordable energy solutions that enhance grid reliability and deliver lasting value to local communities.”

Colin Parkin, President of e-STORAGE, said: “The Skyview project, our largest SolBank delivery contract to date, is set to become one of Canada’s largest battery energy storage facilities upon completion. This project is a strong validation of our full-stack delivery model, which combines our proprietary SolBank technology with turnkey EPC execution to deliver bankable, grid-ready energy storage infrastructure at scale. We are proud to support Potentia and the Province of Ontario in advancing this project in collaboration with the Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation, reflecting our commitment to responsible development and long-term community participation. This project will reinforce grid reliability and accelerate Canada’s clean energy transition.”

About Canadian Solar Inc.

Canadian Solar is one of the world’s largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Kitchener, Ontario, the Company is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules; provider of solar energy and battery energy storage solutions; and developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale solar power and battery energy storage projects. Over the past 24 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered nearly 165 GW of premium-quality, solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Through its subsidiary e-STORAGE, Canadian Solar has shipped over 13 GWh of battery energy storage solutions to global markets as of June 30, 2025, boasting a $3 billion contracted backlog as of June 30, 2025. Since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected approximately 12 GWp of solar power projects and 6 GWh of battery energy storage projects globally. Its geographically diversified project development pipeline includes 27 GWp of solar and 80 GWh of battery energy storage capacity in various stages of development. Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry, having been publicly listed on the NASDAQ since 2006. For additional information about the Company, follow Canadian Solar on LinkedIn or visit www.canadiansolar.com.

About e-STORAGE

e-STORAGE is a subsidiary of Canadian Solar and a leading company specializing in designing, manufacturing, and integrating battery energy storage systems for utility-scale applications. e-STORAGE offers proprietary battery energy storage solutions, comprehensive EPC services, and innovative solutions aimed at improving grid operations. Currently, e-STORAGE operates fully automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with an annual battery energy storage system capacity of 10 GWh and battery cell capacity of 3 GWh. For more info, please refer to the Media&PR section of www.csestorage.com and follow our LinkedIn page.

Safe Harbor/Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. These statements are made under the “Safe Harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by such terms as “believes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “estimates,” the negative of these terms, or other comparable terminology. Factors that could cause actual results to differ include general business, regulatory and economic conditions and the state of the solar power and battery energy storage market and industry; geopolitical tensions and conflicts, including impasses, sanctions and export controls; volatility, uncertainty, delays and disruptions related to global pandemics; supply chain disruptions; governmental support for the deployment of solar power and battery energy storage; future available supplies of silicon, solar wafers and lithium cells; demand for end-use products by consumers and inventory levels of such products in the supply chain; changes in demand from significant customers; changes in demand from major markets such as China, the U.S., Europe, Brazil and Japan; changes in effective tax rates; changes in customer order patterns; changes in product mix; changes in corporate responsibility, especially environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) requirements; capacity utilization; level of competition; pricing pressure and declines in or failure to timely adjust average selling prices; delays in new product introduction; delays in utility-scale project approval process; delays in utility-scale project construction; delays in the completion of project sales; the pipeline of projects and timelines related to them; the ability of the parties to optimize value of that pipeline; continued success in technological innovations and delivery of products with the features that customers demand; shortage in supply of materials or capacity requirements; availability of financing; exchange and inflation rate fluctuations; litigation and other risks as described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its annual report on Form 20-F filed on April 30, 2025. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot guarantee future results, level of activity, performance, or achievements. Investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. All information provided in this press release is as of today’s date, unless otherwise stated, and Canadian Solar undertakes no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

CANADIAN SOLAR INC. INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACT
Wina Huang
Investor Relations
Canadian Solar Inc.
investor@canadiansolar.com
e-STORAGE MEDIA CONTACT
marketing@csisolar.com 

Yitahome Launches Black Friday Campaign “Find Your Holiday Glow” to Brighten This Season

NEW YORK, Nov. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As the holiday season approaches, Yitahome invites everyone to embrace warmth, comfort, and festive charm with its Black Friday campaign, “Find Your Holiday Glow.” This year’s campaign centers on crafting purposeful, heartfelt spaces—joyful, welcoming, and deeply personal—whether you’re hosting holiday gatherings, enjoying cozy movie nights, or simply refreshing your home for the season ahead.

From November onward, Yitahome is rolling out exclusive limited-time discounts on its most popular product lines, making it simpler than ever to elevate your living spaces with thoughtful design. The handpicked collection includes must-have Christmas decor, cozy accent furniture, and functional everyday pieces—all crafted to boost both comfort and style.

Holiday Highlights & Special Offers

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About Yitahome
At Yitahome, we believe that everyone deserves a space they’re proud to call home. With thoughtful design, reliable quality, and a touch of elegance, we help turn everyday rooms into meaningful places. Dedicated to #MakingHomeHappen, our furniture is crafted to bring both function and style into your life one piece at a time.

CONTACT: 
Sukie, shenxi@yintatech.com 
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