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Flat Collaboration, Japan’s Leading Third-Party Hotel Management Company, Welcomes Investment from Tokyo Century

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Partnership with Tokyo Century strengthens credit standing, financing options, and structuring capabilities for hotel owners and brand operators across Japan.

TOKYO, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Flat Collaboration Co., Ltd., Japan’s leading independent third-party hotel management company, today announced its first external capital raise in partnership with Tokyo Century Corporation, one of Japan’s foremost financial services and leasing groups. The capital and business alliance, formalized on June 11, 2026, comes as Japan’s hotel investment market surpassed ¥1 trillion for the first time in 2024 — and positions Flat Collaboration to accelerate its expansion at a pivotal moment for the industry.

Japan’s hotel management structure differs fundamentally from most other international markets. J-REITs and institutional investors are legally required to hold hotel properties through lease arrangements, creating demand for specialized management companies that offer a combination of hotel operations, asset-management expertise, creditworthiness and transaction structuring capabilities. Flat Collaboration was purpose-built for this role — functioning as a neutral, white-label operating partner for real estate owners and international and domestic hotel brands — and has built a robust track record with no competitors operating at a comparable scale.

Tokyo Century’s investment marks a significant step in Flat Collaboration’s development, enhancing the company’s credit profile as a hotel tenant and lessee — a critical factor in J-REIT and institutional transactions — while opening broader financing and structuring options for clients.

What the Alliance Delivers for Hotel Owners and Brand Operators

  • Stronger credit standing: Tokyo Century’s capital participation directly strengthens Flat Collaboration’s profile as a tenant and lessee, meeting the counterparty requirements of public and private REITs and listed corporations.
  • Broader financing options: Flat Collaboration will offer integrated proposals combining investment, debt financing, and structured finance solutions — including arrangements with international hotel brands.
  • Execution capability: Hands-on hotel management, construction and renovation oversight by in-house first-class architects, and on-the-ground specialist support enable smooth execution of investment plans, including GOP and NOI targets.
  • Cross-property data infrastructure: Proceeds will fund revenue management, guest data, and business analytics systems, enabling data-driven commercial strategies across multiple properties.
  • Continued neutrality: Flat Collaboration’s white-label, brand-agnostic operating model — maintaining equal, transparent relationships with both owners and brand operators — remains unchanged.

Background: Japan’s Third-Party Hotel Management Market

Japan’s hotel investment market reached a record ¥1,061.3 billion in 2024 (source: JLL), crossing the ¥1 trillion threshold for the first time, driven by accelerating international hotel chain openings across the country. Structurally, J-REITs can only hold hotel properties through lease arrangements — making qualified, creditworthy independent operators essential intermediaries between owners and brands.

Founded in 2017, Flat Collaboration built its core business around hospitality advisory before expanding into direct hotel operations. The COVID-19 pandemic led Flat Collaboration to take over and consolidate operating companies for hotels held by multiple J-REITs, giving them direct hotel-management experience as both tenant and lessee. The company now manages a portfolio spanning luxury, lifestyle, and limited-service segments across Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and Okinawa, serving J-REITs, private funds, and listed corporations.

Entering its tenth fiscal year — which management has designated a “second founding year” — Flat Collaboration is formally accelerating its third-party management business, having identified significant latent demand and a scarcity of qualified operators at scale. Flat Collaboration has welcomed Tokyo Century — a leading player in real estate and related financial services — as its first external capital partner.

Use of Proceeds

New funding will be allocated to team-building and operational infrastructure to support third-party management growth, anticipated M&A activity, and the development of cross-property information systems.

CEO Statement

“We are delighted about this capital alliance, which will serve as a major catalyst for advancing our third-party management initiatives. As a hotel management company that bridges property owners and brand operators, our immediate goal is to establish a leading position in Japan. In the medium term, we plan to actively pursue partnerships with overseas third-party management companies and collaborate with global brand operators that adopt a franchise model.”

— Ken Ikeo, Founder / CEO, Flat Collaboration Co., Ltd.

After working in hotel operations at the Westin Tokyo, Ikeo moved to the US, where he graduated from New York University (NYU) with a Master’s degree in Hotel Investment and Finance. He then worked for Goldman Sachs and Fortress Investment Group, where he led the development of a hospitality investment platform for the Japanese market and was involved in numerous turnaround transactions.

Company Profiles

Flat Collaboration Co., Ltd.
Founded in 2017, Flat Collaboration Co., Ltd. is Japan’s leading independent third-party hotel management company. Operating on a neutral, white-label model, the company manages a diverse hospitality portfolio spanning luxury, lifestyle, and limited-service segments across Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and Okinawa.

Tokyo Century Corporation
Tokyo Century Corporation is a leading Japanese financial services group operating in over 30 countries and regions. Integrating finance, services, and business expertise, the company provides high-value solutions across key sectors, including real estate, social infrastructure, transportation, and mobility.

Press Inquiries

Flat Collaboration Co., Ltd. — Corporate Planning (Attn: Taro Fukuju)
Email: info@flat-collaboration.jp

ARBOR Technology to Showcase Intel Panther Lake-Powered Edge AI and Physical AI Solutions at Automate

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FREMONT, Calif., June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ARBOR, a leading industrial computing provider, will showcase its next-generation Intel Panther Lake-powered Edge AI platforms and live demonstrations at Automate, Booth 4227. Centered on the theme “Predict. Interact. Automate. Drive from Edge to Action,” these featured solutions are designed to accelerate intelligent automation globally.

ARBOR Technology showcases Intel Panther Lake-powered Edge AI and Physical AI solutions at Automate.
ARBOR Technology showcases Intel Panther Lake-powered Edge AI and Physical AI solutions at Automate.

Intel Panther Lake-Powered VLA Physical AI Solutions 
By integrating the new ARBOR IEC-6700 embedded system, powered by the latest Intel Panther Lake processor, with Intel Physical AI Studio, ARBOR successfully accelerates advanced Vision-Language-Action (VLA) development, showcasing the exceptional AI performance of the Panther Lake platform.

In this exclusive technology preview, the IEC-6700 leverages Panther Lake’s heterogeneous integration of CPU, GPU, and NPU to deliver up to 180 TOPS of edge computing power. This massive performance enables a one-stop, end-to-end robotic learning workflow directly on the edge, seamlessly handling everything from data collection and multimodal model fine-tuning to real-time inference.

This powerful local capability highlights how next-generation edge intelligence eliminates reliance on cloud processing, paving the way for intuitive human-machine interaction and highly adaptive physical AI environments.

Interactive Live Demonstrations:
Vision AI Automation
Featuring the ARES-1990-AI platform in collaboration with MemryX, showcasing high-efficiency real-time video inference and multi-model deployment across various market segments. 

Smart Parking Digital Twin
Demonstrating real-time parking lot management and operational optimization using the ARES-1983H-AI in partnership with WebOccult.

Container Management Automation
Highlighting automated visual inspection and transit registration utilizing the ARES-1983H-AI embedded systems to streamline logistics workflows.

Advanced AOI (Automated Optical Inspection)
Partnering with WebOccult and VA Imaging to showcase how the AEC-2000 system accelerates quality assurance through precise visual checks. 

Vision Motion Robotic Guidance
Demonstrating vision-guided robotics powered by the AEC-8000 system and RidgeRun, showcasing how dual-camera precision improves object recognition, picking accuracy, and operational efficiency in industrial applications.

AI Thermal Monitoring with Real-Time Detection and Analysis 
Powered by the MediaTek Genio 720 AIoT platform, the ARBOR MX110 combines edge AI processing with the TIM-048 Longwave Infrared (LWIR) Thermal Camera to deliver intelligent thermal monitoring and real-time analytics.

“At ARBOR, we don’t just talk about the potential of Artificial Intelligence; we are delivering the hardware infrastructure that makes it practical, scalable, and immediately actionable,” said Stanley Li, General Manager of ARBOR Solution. “Our mission is to help industries smoothly transition from edge data collection to intelligent automation.”

Multiple NexLawn Robotic Lawn Mowers Sweep the 2026 iF and Red Dot Design Awards

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BERLIN, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — NexLawn, a premium brand under MOVA leading the evolution of smart gardening, is proud to announce a historic achievement in the world of industrial design. The company has secured a total of six prestigious accolades for 2026, including two iF Design Awards and four Red Dot Awards, marking a significant milestone for its entire product ecosystem.

NexLawn Robotic Lawn Mowers Win the 2026 Red Dot Design Awards
NexLawn Robotic Lawn Mowers Win the 2026 Red Dot Design Awards

 

NexLawn Robotic Lawn Mowers Win the 2026 iF Design Awards
NexLawn Robotic Lawn Mowers Win the 2026 iF Design Awards

NexLawn Master X: The Future of Outdoor Robotics

The award-winning Master X, a standout at IFA 2025 with iF and Red Dot honors, marks a paradigm shift by evolving robotic mowers into multi-functional outdoor assistants. Built on a powerful 25 cm-high 4WD chassis, it features a sophisticated retractable arm that extends up to 77 cm to perform complex tasks with high precision. Through interchangeable tools like grippers and trimmers, the Master X transcends simple mowing to weed, pick up debris, harvest fruit, and even play with pets, seamlessly integrating high-end robotics into the fabric of modern outdoor living.

The Master X breaks from conventional tool-category design, combining advanced technology with a strong industrial aesthetic. Its body features flowing, curved surfaces finished in silver and black, with red accents that create a compelling balance between futuristic appeal and professional-grade authority.

NexLawn VIDAR Series: Smart Navigation Meets All-Terrain Power

The VIDAR series serves as the backbone of NexLawn’s current lineup, featuring NexDetect™ technology which combines AI stereo vision and 3D LiDAR for wire-free, out-of-the-box operation. The VIDAR 800 and 1600 models are the winners of both the iF and Red Dot awards celebrated for their compact design and the NexTrim™ system, which allows for industry-leading 3cm precision edging. Additionally, the VIDAR 3000 AWD is a Red Dot winner engineered for demanding landscapes. This All-Wheel Drive powerhouse handles steep slopes up to 38° (80%) with ease, ensuring a perfect cut on uneven or hilly terrain where traditional mowers often fail. The VIDAR 3000 AWD draws design inspiration from motorsport, with a grey top cover that incorporates the sharp, angular lines of a fighter jet. Clean geometric forms create a bold, cutting-edge aesthetic, while its low center of gravity, diving stance, and four-wheel off-road structure amplify its sense of athleticism, power, and planted confidence.

NexLawn NAVIA Series: Professional Excellence for Large Estates

The NAVIA 5000 and 5500 earned the Red Dot Award for their ability to handle massive yard areas with professional-grade efficiency. These models feature NexNav™ Integrated Positioning—fusing NRTK, AI Stereo Vision and 360° LiDAR—to deliver real-time positioning and flawless mowing, no signal worries. Beyond routine lawn care, the NAVIA series acts as an all-weather guardian for the home. It functions as a security sentinel, providing real-time video monitoring and autonomous patrol functions to ensure large estates remain safe and secure. Inspired by the streamlined silhouette of fighter aircraft, the NAVIA series merges professional-grade performance with refined aesthetics. Its dynamic, flowing contours hint at the power of the AWD drivetrain beneath, projecting fearless capability across any terrain.

The iF DESIGN AWARD and Red Dot Award are recognized as the world’s most prestigious seals of design quality. NexLawn’s multiple wins underscore its position as a global leader in the smart hardware and robotics sector.

To learn more about the NexLawn VIDAR, NAVIA Series and Master X, visit https://nexlawn.com.

About NexLawn

NexLawn is a cutting-edge consumer tech brand grounded in the multi-level needs of home users, professionals, and tech enthusiasts. Expanding beyond robotic lawn mowers into a broader range of intelligent outdoor technologies, NexLawn creates multifaceted experiences and inspires people to embrace a next-generation lifestyle.

MOVA Claims 2026 Red Dot Design Award for Smart Robotic Lawn Mower Innovation

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BERLIN, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MOVA, a global leader in smart home innovation, is proud to announce that its robotic lawn mowers have been honored with the 2026 Red Dot Award. The award-winning lineup includes two core series tailored for diverse yard requirements: the LiDAX Ultra AWD Series and LiDAX Ultra Series.

MOVA Robotic Lawn Mowers Win 2026 Red Dot Design Award
MOVA Robotic Lawn Mowers Win 2026 Red Dot Design Award

MOVA LiDAX Ultra AWD Series: The Performance Powerhouse for Challenging Terrains

The Red Dot-winning MOVA LiDAX Ultra AWD series are specifically engineered for gardens with significant elevation changes. This series introduces UltraDrive™ technology, allowing the robot to master complex terrains and effortlessly conquer steep slopes up to 38.6°. By combining a powerful All-Wheel Drive system with 360° 3D LiDAR and AI Dual-Vision, the LiDAX AWD offers a completely RTK-Free Setup and AI-Assisted Auto-Mapping for a hands-free experience. These models also feature UltraTrim™ 2.0, ensuring clean and crisp edges along the entire perimeter of the lawn.

The LiDAX Ultra AWD series takes design inspiration from fighter jet aesthetics, combining a streamlined body profile with clean, flowing lines that wrap seamlessly around each functional module. The result is a sharp, modern design that reflects the product’s advanced technology and high-performance positioning.

MOVA LiDAX Ultra Series: A Fusion of Smart Intelligence and Elegant Design

As the flagship models of the lineup, the MOVA LiDAX Ultra series earned high praise for balancing high performance with meticulous design. At the heart of its intelligence is the UltraView™ 2.0 system, utilizing 360° 3D LiDAR and AI Dual-Vision to enable rapid AI-Assisted Auto-Mapping without the need for complex RTK setups.

The Ultra series is also equipped with UltraTrim™ 1.0, featuring a movable disc to achieve high-precision edging. With advanced AI that detects over 300+ obstacle types, the robot ensures specialized protection for pets while maintaining a steady performance on slopes and uneven ground. This series transforms outdoor maintenance for yards up to 2000㎡ into a sophisticated, worry-free experience.

The LiDAX Ultra series is guided by a minimalist design philosophy, with clean, elegant lines and a refined silhouette that reflect a sophisticated vision of modern technology. Its overall form draws from automotive design language, using dynamic diagonal lines to create a sporty, confident stance and a sense of purposeful motion, even when the mower is at rest.

“This Red Dot Award is a testament to our commitment to blending high-end industrial design with practical, heavy-duty performance,” said Ling Qin, Global Head of MOVA Robotic Lawn Mower Business. “We didn’t just want to build a mower; we wanted to create a highly intelligent partner that masters the toughest landscapes while remaining incredibly simple for the user to enjoy.”

The Red Dot Award is recognized globally as one of the highest honors in industrial design and a seal of exceptional quality. The success of the MOVA lawn mower reflects the brand’s comprehensive strengths in functionality, innovation, and user-centric design.

To learn more about the MOVA LiDAX Ultra AWD and LiDAX Ultra series, visit https://www.mova.tech.

About MOVA
MOVA is a Global Premium AI Smart Living Leader. We build AI-powered, intelligent ecosystems that blend cutting-edge technology with human warmth across our 6 key scenarios: Home Cleaning, Smart Outdoor, Personal Care, Kitchen Appliances, Pet Care, and Air Purifier. Our innovations transform houses into truly smart homes-fulfilling global families’ aspirations for better living through premium, purpose-driven solutions. Premium, Innovative, and Stylish-we’re creating a future where intelligence feels beautifully human.

Bybit Launches Trade & Hold $TRUMP Campaign Featuring $100,000 Prize Pool and VIP Football Finals Experience

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DUBAI, UAE, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced the launch of its Trade & Hold $TRUMP campaign, offering eligible participants the opportunity to share up to 100,000 USDT in rewards and compete for a luxury VIP experience at the 2026 Football Finals.

Running from June 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. UTC through June 30, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. UTC, the campaign rewards users who trade eligible Spot and Perpetual Futures pairs while maintaining qualifying $TRUMP token holdings in their Unified Trading Account (UTA).

Participants will be ranked based on total eligible trading volume accumulated during the campaign period. The top 50 users who meet the corresponding $TRUMP holding requirements for their final ranking position will share a prize pool of up to 100,000 USDT. In addition to USDT rewards, select top-ranked participants will receive exclusive physical prizes.

The campaign’s grand prize will be awarded to the top-ranked participant and includes a three-day luxury VIP package for the 2026 Football Finals, valued at approximately $100,000. The package features access to a private suite for the July 19 championship match in New Jersey, a three-night stay at the St. Regis New York, luxury chauffeured transportation throughout the weekend, premium dining experiences, a private gala dinner, elite after-party access and additional exclusive experiences.

Participants finishing between second and 16th place will receive a limited-edition $TRUMP Coin Club merchandise set, including a $TRUMP Coin Club sneaker and watch.

The VIP experience will be issued by $TRUMP Coin Club. Featuring $TRUMP Coin Club for this Football Finals campaign, Bybit is providing users with access to compete for exclusive VIP experiences and rewards. The football finals viewing experience is organized independently and is not sponsored by, affiliated with, endorsed by or otherwise associated with FIFA, any national football association, any tournament organizing committee or any governing body associated with the FIFA World Cup™ tournament.

USDT rewards will be distributed to winners’ Bybit Funding Accounts within 20 working days after the campaign concludes. Merchandise prizes will be shipped within 30 days after recipients provide and verify the required shipping information.

As with all digital asset activities, token prices remain subject to market fluctuations. The campaign does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation or an endorsement of any digital asset. Participants are required to comply with Bybit’s Terms of Service throughout the campaign period. More detailed information is available on the website.

The campaign further underscores Bybit’s collaboration with $TRUMP Coin Club, bringing exclusive community experiences and rewards to eligible users.

Disclaimer: The campaign is open exclusively to eligible Bybit users with a Unified Trading Account. Institutional users, market makers, Pro users and affiliates are not eligible to participate. Participants from restricted jurisdictions, including the European Economic Area, are excluded from the promotion.

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Bybit Launches Trade & Hold $TRUMP Campaign Featuring $100,000 Prize Pool and VIP Football Finals Experience
Bybit Launches Trade & Hold $TRUMP Campaign Featuring $100,000 Prize Pool and VIP Football Finals Experience

About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 80 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.

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Ucore Rare Metals and Sumitomo Corporation of Americas Announce Strategic Collaboration in Rare Earth Supply Chain

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Halifax, Nova Scotia – Newsfile Corp. – June 15, 2026 – Ucore Rare Metals Inc. (TSXV: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) (“Ucore” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce a strategic cooperation framework with Sumitomo Corporation of Americas (“SCOA“) to support the development of a diversified rare earth supply chain across North America and allied markets.

Under the Agreement, signed on June 10, 2026, the companies will collaborate on sourcing rare earth feedstock for Ucore’s Louisiana Strategic Metals Complex (SMC) and downstream offtake development for separated rare earth products. The focus is on selected middle and heavy rare earth elements critical to high-performance magnets and advanced materials applications primarily in Japan while preserving feedstock for additional processing for North American and allied markets.

The collaboration is intended to combine Ucore’s developing RapidSX™ technology platform at its Louisiana (“SMC“) rare earth refinery with SCOA’s global sourcing, logistics, and market access capabilities, including in Japan, as the parties work to support more diversified rare earth supply chains. Furthermore, the companies intend to formally cooperate as project partners in Ucore’s previously announced Global Partnership Initiative with the Government of Canada.

Ucore is advancing its rare earth processing platform in North America, including the development of its planned SMC in Louisiana and continued commercial demonstration with the Government of Canada. SCOA has longstanding experience in the global rare earth industry, including sourcing, trading, and supply chain development.

As part of the framework, SCOA will serve as Ucore’s distribution partner for designated separated rare earth products sold to selected customer segments in Japan and other mutually agreed industrial applications.

The companies will work together to explore opportunities for cooperation across the rare earth value chain, subject to mutually agreed commercial terms and existing business arrangements.

About Ucore Rare Metals Inc.
Ucore is focused on rare- and critical-metal resources, extraction, beneficiation, and separation technologies with the potential for production, growth, and scalability. Ucore’s vision and plan is to become a leading advanced technology company, providing best-in-class metal separation products and services to the mining and mineral extraction industry.

Through strategic partnerships, Ucore aims to support the development of a more diversified and resilient North American REE supply chain through the near-term development of a heavy and light rare-earth processing facility in the US State of Louisiana, subsequent SMCs in Canada and Alaska and the longer-term development of Ucore’s 100% controlled Bokan-Dotson Ridge Rare Heavy REE Project on Prince of Wales Island in Southeast Alaska, USA (“Bokan“).

Ucore is listed on the TSXV under the trading symbol “UCU” and in the United States on the OTC Markets’ OTCQX® Best Market under the ticker symbol “UURAF.”

For further information, please visit www.ucore.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking statements” (collectively “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. All statements in this release (other than statements of historical facts) that address future business development, technological development and/or acquisition activities (including any related required financings), timelines, events, or developments that the Company is pursuing are forward-looking statements. Although the Company believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance or results, and actual results or developments may differ materially from those in forward-looking statements.

For additional risks and uncertainties regarding the Company, its business activities, its ability to qualify for and receive any additional funding from any U.S. or Canadian government, the CDF and the aforementioned projects (generally), see the risk disclosure in the Company’s MD&A for Q1-2026 (filed on SEDAR+ on May 29, 2026) (www.sedarplus.ca) as well as the risks described below.

Regarding the disclosure above in the “About Ucore Rare Metals Inc.” section, the Company has assumed that it will be able to procure or retain additional partners and/or suppliers, in addition to Innovation Metals Corp. (“IMC“), as suppliers for Ucore’s expected future SMCs. Ucore has also assumed that sufficient external funding will be found to continue and complete the ongoing research and development work required at the CDF and also later prepare a new National Instrument 43-101 technical report that demonstrates that Bokan is feasible and economically viable for the production of both REE and co-product metals and the then prevailing market prices based upon assumed customer offtake agreements. Ucore has also assumed that sufficient external funding will be secured to continue the development of the specific engineering plans for the SMCs and their construction and eventual commissioning and operations.

Forward-looking statements are based on a number of material assumptions, including, without limitation: the successful completion and accuracy of baseline, front-end-engineering design and detailed engineering studies; the ability to complete further engineering, procurement, and construction activities as currently contemplated; the availability, cost, and timely delivery of equipment, materials, utilities, labour and construction services; the Company’s ability to secure sufficient financing on acceptable terms; the receipt and timing of all required permits and approvals; the successful scale-up and commercial deployment of RapidSX™ technology from demonstration to commercial operation; the availability of qualified feedstock from third-party suppliers; successful customer qualification and offtake discussions; continued support from governmental partners; and general economic, market, and industry conditions, including assumptions regarding rare earth oxide prices, which are subject to significant volatility.

Although the Company believes that the assumptions underlying the forward-looking information are reasonable, there can be no assurance that such assumptions will prove to be accurate or that the anticipated results, performance, or achievements will be realized. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking information.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, without limitation: risks associated with the development, scale-up, and commercialization of new or unproven technologies; the risk that RapidSX™ may not perform at commercial scale as expected; engineering design changes; inaccuracies in capital or operating cost estimates; cost escalation due to inflation, supply chain disruption, or market conditions; delays or failures in procurement, construction, or commissioning; the inability to obtain or maintain required permits, approvals, or regulatory authorizations; challenges in securing adequate financing; adverse capital market conditions; variability in feedstock supply, quality, or pricing; failure to secure or maintain commercial relationships, customer qualification, or offtake arrangements; fluctuations and uncertainty in rare earth oxide prices and demand; the risk that indicative or quoted market prices, including for ex-China markets, may not be realized; operational risks once in production, including equipment failures or lower-than-expected recoveries; geopolitical risk; changes in applicable laws or regulations; environmental or permitting challenges; loss of key personnel; and general economic, business, or competitive conditions.

Neither the TSXV nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined by the TSXV) accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

CONTACTS
Mr. Peter Manuel, Ucore Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, is responsible for the content of this news release and may be contacted at 1.902.482.5214.

For additional information, please contact:
Mark MacDonald
Vice President, Investor Relations
Ucore Rare Metals Inc.
1.902.482.5214
mark@ucore.com

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Frost & Sullivan White Paper Names Phancy Rise vGPU a Tier 1 Leading Platform

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Rise vGPU + ModelHub Power China’s AI into the Heterogeneous Orchestration Era


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 June 2026 – Frost & Sullivan, a globally renowned growth consulting firm, has released its “2026 AI Infrastructure Orchestration Platform White Paper”. The report recognizes Phancy Group’s Rise vGPU as a Tier 1 Leading Platform, the highest maturity tier in heterogeneous GPU orchestration. Phancy’s ModelHub also achieved the highest Overall Score in the enterprise-grade model management platform evaluation. This marks a significant endorsement of Phancy’s technological capability in heterogeneous AI infrastructure.

According to the white paper, as large model applications scale rapidly, China’s AI industry is facing structural challenges stemming from multi-chip coexistence. These include hardware heterogeneity, fragmented software stacks, persistently low GPU utilization (generally below 30%), and rising model adaptation complexity — all of which have become major bottlenecks for enterprise-scale AI deployment.

The report highlights a fundamental shift in AI infrastructure competitiveness – moving away from “single-chip performance” toward “cluster-scale system coordination.” At this critical juncture, Phancy has positioned itself as a leader in advanced orchestration through its full-stack AI infrastructure platform, offering a proven solution to heterogeneous compute challenges and helping drive China’s AI industry from “compute accumulation” into a new era of “compute orchestration.”

Phancy Rise vGPU: Tier 1 Leading Platform

In its assessment of mainstream AI infrastructure platforms, Frost & Sullivan defined Tier 1 criteria across three core dimensions: heterogeneous support, fine-grained control, and production-grade execution. Phancy Rise vGPU meets all three standards and has been recognized as a Tier 1 Leading Platform.

Rise vGPU transforms AI infrastructure from fragmented, low-efficiency device-level management to a unified software-defined control plane. Its key technology breakthroughs include:

  • Comprehensive Heterogeneous Management: Unified onboarding and management across more than 10 mainstream GPU/NPU vendors, including NVIDIA, Ascend, Cambricon, Hygon, and others.
  • Ultra-Fine Resource Partitioning: Industry-leading sub-GPU level compute and MB-level memory granularity slicing.
  • Significant Utilization Improvement: Through safe oversubscription and time/space multiplexing, GPU utilization is increased from industry averages below 30% to 70%-90%.
  • Intelligent Precision Scheduling: Multi-dimensional scheduling algorithms based on priority, topology, load, and resource awareness to achieve optimal compute allocation.
  • Production-Grade SLA Assurance: The Deterministic Execution Layer delivers committed and auditable SLA guarantees for critical inference workloads.
  • Full Lifecycle Operability: Comprehensive monitoring, metering, and cost allocation capabilities that turn GPU resources into truly operable digital assets.

Model Hub: Highest Overall Score in Model Management Platform Evaluation

Beyond compute orchestration, the report underscores the strategic importance of enterprise-grade model management platforms. As a powerful complement to Rise vGPU, Phancy ModelHub enables enterprises to build a complete full-stack AI infrastructure — from compute to models and from resource scheduling to business delivery.

The white paper notes that Phancy ModelHub delivers leading performance in key areas such as Model & Chip Compatibility, Execution Stability & Performance, and Model-GPU Coordination & Scheduling, achieving the highest Overall Score. Through its unified model management and execution platform, ModelHub creates a seamless closed-loop process covering model onboarding, deployment optimization, inference services, and version governance — significantly lowering the barrier to model deployment and accelerating AI innovation.

Dr. Dai Wenyuan, Founder & CEO of Phancy, said: “The Frost & Sullivan white paper accurately captures the inflection point in AI infrastructure development. The recognition of Rise vGPU as a Tier 1 Leading Platform and ModelHub’s top Overall Score provide important authoritative validation of Phancy’s technology strategy and product strength. As a full-stack AI cloud service platform, Phancy believes the next wave of competitiveness in the AI industry will come from systematic improvements in compute orchestration efficiency. We will continue to focus on heterogeneous compute unified scheduling and model ecosystem operations, working closely with customers and industry partners to advance China’s AI industry from ‘compute accumulation’ to a true ‘compute orchestration’ era.”

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The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

About Phancy Group

Phancy Group (6682.HK) is a leading full-stack AI cloud services platform, providing comprehensive solutions for the AI 2.0 era. Our offerings include Rise vGPU, ModelHub and SageAIOS, delivering efficient and scalable AI infrastructure with end-to-end capabilities. We provide a complete solution from heterogeneous compute resource management and optimization to the deployment of intelligent agent models. These solutions empower digital transformation across a wide range of industries, supporting our vision of building a large-scale and efficient “Token Factory.”

Guided by the mission of “AI for Everyone” and positioned as the “Navigator of AI,” Phancy Group is committed to becoming a global leader in Artificial General Intelligence.

First Phosphate Closes Oversubscribed Private Placement to Existing and Follow-on Investors

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Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec – (Newsfile Corp. – June 15, 2026) – First Phosphate Corp. (CSE: PHOS) (OTCQX: FRSPF) (OTCQX ADR: FPHOY) (FSE: KD0) (“First Phosphate” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce that, on June 12, 2026, it closed its financing (the “Offering”) to existing, and other follow-on, investors on terms as described in the Company news release dated May 28, 2026.

The Company raised a total of $15,420,640 through the issuance of 1,432,750 Hard Dollar Units at a price of $2.00 per Hard Dollar Unit for gross proceeds of $2,865,500 and 6,277,570 Flow-Through Shares at a price of $2.00 per Flow-Through Share for gross proceeds of $12,555,140.

Together with this Offering, and since June 2022, the Company has raised approximately $78 million in 11 management-led non-brokered private-placement financings and from funds received from option and warrant exercise.

“With the recent entry of one of the major global mining explorers and developers into the igneous phosphate space and with the rapid onshoring of the lithium iron phosphate (“LFP”) battery industry into North America by major global cell manufacturers and LFP end-product producers to support the growing energy storage, AI data center, factory automation and national security sectors, it is crucial that First Phosphate advance strongly its exploration, development and downstream mine-to-market leadership in the igneous phosphate sector,” says First Phosphate CEO John Passalacqua. “The Company continues to view igneous phosphate in multi-generational timelines and as the new gold of the energy transition. We thank our existing and new shareholders for having supported us in this vision and having moved to position the Company to an even stronger financial position to continue with these mission critical objectives.”

In connection with the Offering, the Company paid $156,880 in cash finder’s fee, issued 322,920 compensation Common Shares at a deemed price of $2.00 per common share, and issued 401,360 Compensation Warrants, exercisable at a price of $2.50 per common share of the Company, until December 31, 2026, subject to the Accelerated Expiry Date. All securities issued under the Offering are subject to a four-month and one day statutory hold period in accordance with applicable securities laws. The Company intends to use the proceeds from the Offering as disclosed in the Company’s press release dated May 28, 2026. Capitalized terms used in this news release and not defined herein have the meanings given to them in the Company’s news release dated May 28, 2026. The Company may close another tranche of the Offering at its discretion subject to the Policies of the Canadian Securities Exchange.

Insider Participation

In connection with the Offering, Laurence W. Zeifman, Chairman of the Board of the Company, purchased 50,000 Flow-Through Shares.

About First Phosphate Corp.
First Phosphate (CSE: PHOS) (OTCQX: FRSPF) (OTCQX ADR: FPHOY) (FSE: KD0) is a mineral exploration and development and clean technology company dedicated to building and reshoring a vertically integrated mine-to-market supply chain for the production of LFP batteries in North America. Target markets include energy storage, data centers, robotics, mobility, and national security.

First Phosphate’s flagship Bégin-Lamarche property, located in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, Canada, represents a rare North American igneous phosphate resource producing high-purity phosphate characterized by very low levels of impurities.

For additional information
Bennett Kurtz
CFO, CAO
Tel : +1 (416) 200-0657

Investor Relations: https://firstphosphate.com/investors
General Inquiries: https://firstphosphate.com/contact
Website: www.FirstPhosphate.com
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Forward-Looking Information and Cautionary Statement
This release includes certain statements that may be deemed “forward-looking information”. Any statement that discusses predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as “expects”, or “does not expect”, “is expected”, “anticipates” or “does not anticipate”, “plans”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “forecasts”, “estimates”, “believes” or “intends” or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results “may” or “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking information. In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information relating to, among other things, the continued onshoring of the LFP battery industry into North America, the advancement of its exploration, development and downstream mine-to-market operations, the completion of further tranches of the Offering, the intended use of proceeds of the Offering, the availability of tax credits, and regulatory approval including the approval of the Canadian Securities Exchange (the “CSE”). Although the Company believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include market prices, development and exploration successes, and continued availability of capital and financing and general economic, market or business conditions. These statements are based on a number of assumptions including, among other things, assumptions regarding general business and economic conditions; that the Company and other parties will be able to satisfy stock exchange and other regulatory requirements in a timely manner; that CSE approval will be granted in a timely manner subject only to standard conditions and that all conditions precedent to the completion of the Offering will be satisfied in a timely manner. Investors are cautioned that any such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking information contained in this press release. The Company does not assume any obligation to update or revise its forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. All forward-looking information contained in this release is qualified by these cautionary statements.

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

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