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NANO Nuclear Announces Participation in Several Investor Conferences

New York, New York – Newsfile Corp. – October 7, 2026 – NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) (“NANO Nuclear” or “the Company”), a leading advanced nuclear micro modular reactor and technology company focused on developing clean energy solutions, nuclear fuel cycle capabilities and nuclear transportation solutions, today announced its participation in recent and upcoming investor conferences.

  • Inaugural ROTH Emerging Nuclear Technology Conference on October 1st in New York, NY.
  • TD Cowen’s 11th Annual Nuclear Roundtable on October 8th, held virtually.
  • 3rd Annual Daiwa Miami Conference on November 19th, in Miami, FL.

To request an invitation or to schedule a one-on-one meeting with management at one of the conferences above, please contact your respective investment bank representatives.

About NANO Nuclear Energy, Inc.

NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) is a North American advanced technology-driven nuclear energy company seeking to become a commercially focused, diversified, and vertically integrated company across five business lines: (i) cutting edge portable and other microreactor technologies, (ii) nuclear fuel supply chain, (iii) nuclear fuel transportation, (iv) nuclear applications for space and (v) nuclear industry consulting services.

Led by a world-class nuclear engineering team, NANO Nuclear’s reactor products in development include the proprietary KRONOS MMR™ Energy System, a stationary high-temperature gas-cooled reactor that is in construction permit pre-application engagement U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in collaboration with University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, the ZEUS™ system, a portable solid core battery reactor, and the space focused, portable LOKI MMR™ system, each representing advanced developments in clean energy solutions that are portable, on-demand capable, advanced nuclear microreactors.

Advanced Fuel Transportation Inc. (AFT), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, bolstered by the May 2026 acquisition of Secured Transportation Services (STS), is led by former executives from the largest transportation company in the world and provides nuclear engineering and materials transport services in the U.S. and globally. Through NANO Nuclear, AFT is the exclusive licensee of a patented high-capacity HALEU fuel transportation basket developed by three major U.S. national nuclear laboratories and funded by the Department of Energy.

HALEU Energy Fuel Inc. (HEF), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is focusing on the future development of a domestic source for a High-Assay, Low-Enriched Uranium (HALEU) fuel fabrication pipeline for NANO Nuclear’s own microreactors as well as the broader advanced nuclear reactor industry.

NANO Nuclear Space Inc. (NNS), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is exploring the potential commercial applications of NANO Nuclear’s developing micronuclear reactor technology in space. NNS is focusing on applications such as the LOKI MMR™ system and other power systems for extraterrestrial projects and human sustaining environments, and potentially propulsion technology for long haul space missions. NNS’ initial focus will be on cis-lunar applications, referring to uses in the space region extending from Earth to the area surrounding the Moon’s surface.

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This press release and presentations and discussions at the investor conferences described herein, and statements of NANO Nuclear’s management and collaborators in connection with this news release contain or may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In this context, forward-looking statements mean statements related to future events, which may impact our expected future business and financial performance, and often contain words such as “expects”, “anticipates”, “intends”, “explore,” “plans”, “aim,” “goal,” “believes”, “potential”, “future,” “will”, “should”, “could”, “would” or “may” or derivations of these words and other words of similar meaning about the future, although forward-looking statements could be denoted by other terms as well. These and other forward-looking statements are based on information available to us as of the date of this news release and represent management’s current views and assumptions. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, events or results and involve significant known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may be beyond our control. For NANO Nuclear, particular risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in our forward-looking statements include but are not limited to, risks associated with conditions to closing the asset purchase agreement, which may not be satisfied, including for reasons beyond NANO Nuclear’s control, as well as the following: (i) risks related to our U.S. Department of Energy (“DOE”), U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (“NRC”), Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (“CNSC”) or related state or other U.S. or non-U.S nuclear licensing submissions, (ii) risks related the development of new or advanced technology and the acquisition of complementary technology or businesses, including difficulties with design and testing, cost overruns, regulatory delays, integration issues and the development of competitive technology, (iii) risks related to our ability to obtain key vendor, technology and customer contracts and the significant funding necessary to execute on our business plan, (iv) risks related to uncertainty regarding our ability to technologically develop and commercially deploy a competitive advanced nuclear reactor or other technology in the timelines we anticipate, if ever, (v) risks related to the impact of U.S. and non-U.S. government regulation, policies and licensing requirements, including by the U.S. Department of Energy, and the NRC, including those associated with the recently enacted ADVANCE Act and the May 23, 2025 Executive Orders seeking to streamline nuclear regulation, and (vi) similar risks and uncertainties associated with the operating a developing business a highly regulated, competitive and rapidly evolving industry, including that our plans may change and we may use our cash on hand faster or in different ways than anticipated as our business requires. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this news release. These factors may not constitute all factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in any forward-looking statement, and NANO Nuclear therefore encourages investors to review other factors that may affect future results in its filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov and at https://ir.nanonuclearenergy.com/financial-information/sec-filings. Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as a predictor of actual results. We do not undertake to update our forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this news release, except as required by law.

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GSMA Reports: India’s Next Digital Chapter Must Turn Scale into Economic Growth and Trust

New GSMA research sets out how AI ready networks, digital trust and global standards can turn India’s connectivity scale into its next wave of economic growth

NEW DELHI, Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — India must transform its world leading mobile connectivity footprint into greater economic value while making trust a foundation of its digital economy, the GSMA said today as it launched three reports at India Mobile Congress 2026.

With around 1.2 billion active mobile connections and almost 450 million 5G connections, India has delivered connectivity at an unprecedented global scale. The GSMA’s new research identifies the next priorities needed to achieve India’s digital advancement: AI ready networks, faster enterprise digitisation, greater trust in digital services and open, interoperable global standards for 6G.

“India has demonstrated that it can deliver digital scale. The opportunity now is to turn that scale into innovation, enterprise growth and trusted digital services,” said Vivek Badrinath, Director General of the GSMA, during his keynote speech at IMC. “India’s next decade will be defined not simply by how many people are connected, but by what they can achieve through that connectivity. Digital trust is not simply a safeguard. It is infrastructure for growth.”

Turning digital scale into economic value

The GSMA’s India Ecosystem Insight Report: From Mobile Connectivity to Digital Infrastructure calls for India’s connectivity reach to be translated into AI ready infrastructure, stronger enterprise productivity and trusted digital services, supported by a sustainable investment environment.

The report identifies three priorities to get there:

  • AI ready networks: India’s AI ambitions will require high capacity, secure, resilient and increasingly intelligent networks. AI can also improve network planning, energy efficiency, service assurance, cybersecurity and fraud detection.
  • Enterprise digitisation: Fixed wireless access, private networks, cloud connectivity, network APIs and cybersecurity services can help businesses digitalise and create new opportunities for growth.
  • Digital trust: Secure authentication, fraud prevention and privacy preserving network intelligence will become increasingly important as India’s digital economy expands.

Digital trust as a foundation for growth

The GSMA’s Digital Nations 2026: Building Trusted Digital Ecosystems in Asia Pacific assessed 22 countries across infrastructure, innovation, data governance, security and people. It identifies four foundations for digital trust: verifiable identities, authentic communications, resilient networks and the responsible sharing of trusted information.

Read full press release here

ANTA Sports Completes Acquisition of 29.06% Stake in PUMA, Becomes Largest Shareholder

  • Becomes PUMA’s largest shareholder, further strengthening ANTA Sports’ globalization strategy
  • Will support unlocking PUMA’s potential across global markets including China, leveraging complementary strengths and multi-brand management experience
  • Fully respects PUMA’s deep sports heritage, distinctive brand identity and corporate culture, as well as its independent governance and brand autonomy

HONG KONG, Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ANTA Sports Products Limited, the world’s leading multi-brand sportswear group (“ANTA Sports”, stock codes: 2020 (HKD counter) and 82020 (RMB counter), and its subsidiaries collectively the “ANTA Group” or the “Group”), today announced the completion of its acquisition of a 29.06% stake in PUMA SE from Artémis SAS, the investment company of the Pinault family, for EUR 1,505.5 million in cash. Following the receipt of all relevant regulatory approvals and the fulfillment of customary closing conditions, ANTA Sports is now the largest shareholder of PUMA.

For ANTA Sports, this investment marks a major milestone in executing its “single-focus, multi-brand, globalization” strategy and strengthening the Group’s international profile, reach and competitiveness in the global sporting goods market. ANTA Sports will bring expertise to PUMA that the Group has built across multiple brands over the years, including management, retail, and global resource integration capabilities.

Ding Shizhong, Board Chairman of ANTA Sports, commented: “We are delighted to become PUMA’s largest shareholder and a long-term strategic partner. The global sporting goods market continues to offer significant growth opportunities as more people embrace active lifestyles and increase their participation in sports. ANTA Sports has built its success on a multi-brand strategy. We believe the value of a multi-brand group lies in helping each brand realize its full potential by leveraging the capabilities and resources of the broader group. PUMA has a rich heritage and strong underlying brand value. We have confidence in its management team and support the strategic transformation currently underway. As a long-term shareholder, we look forward to sharing our experience and capabilities, particularly in retail and operations, while respecting PUMA’s independence and brand identity. Our ambition is to support PUMA in realizing its full potential and creating lasting value for consumers around the world.”

“PUMA has built one of the most recognized sports brands in the world, with a rich heritage, a deep sports credibility, a global footprint, leading innovations and strong partners. We welcome ANTA Sports as PUMA’s largest shareholder and view its long-term commitment as a strong vote of confidence in our strategy, our management team and our future,” said Arthur Hoeld, CEO of PUMA SE. “We look forward to building a fruitful relationship and exploring areas where our respective strengths can create sustainable value for PUMA and its shareholders on our journey to become a top 3 global sports brand.”

ANTA Sports fully respects PUMA’s sport heritage, distinctive brand identity and corporate culture, as well as its independent governance and brand autonomy. As previously announced, the Group will seek adequate representation on PUMA’s Supervisory Board. The Group currently has no plans to make a takeover offer for PUMA.

For further information, please contact:

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Louis Hung, APAC, +852 90841801, Louis.Hung@fgsglobal.com

Investor Contact
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Investor Relations Department
Tel:    (852) 2116 1660 
Fax:    (852) 2116 1590 
E-mail: ir@anta.com.hk

American Express Returns to Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival with Exclusive Card Member Offers and Curated Culinary Experiences

New “AMEX GOURMET CLUB Avenue” Showcases Culinary Creations
from 15 Popular Restaurants

HONG KONG, Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — American Express today announced its return to the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival as a Premium Sponsor. This year, the Company will present the all-new “AMEX GOURMET CLUB Avenue”, bringing together 15 of Hong Kong’s popular restaurants to showcase an enticing array of culinary creations inspired by flavors from around the world. Eligible American Express Card Members can also enjoy a range of exclusive benefits and experiences designed to enrich every moment at this annual gastronomic event.


Introducing “AMEX GOURMET CLUB Avenue”

Since its launch, AMEX GOURMET CLUB has offered Card Members in Hong Kong access to curated dining experiences and year-round exclusive privileges at a selection of established restaurants. This year, American Express extends the AMEX GOURMET CLUB dining experience to a larger stage at the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival with the “AMEX GOURMET CLUB Avenue”. Featuring 15 popular dining partners, the Avenue will showcase an exciting variety of culinary creations, from beloved local favorites to acclaimed fine dining. Festivalgoers can savor the diversity of Hong Kong’s vibrant dining scene all in one destination, while discovering the culinary experiences at the heart of AMEX GOURMET CLUB.

Participating Restaurants at the “AMEX GOURMET CLUB Avenue”:

AKATSUKI IZAKAYA

Ami

Arbor

Beefbar

Belon

Bo Innovation

Chiu Tang

CIAK

ÉPURE

Forum Restaurant

Jija by Vicky Lau

L’atelier de Joël Robuchon

Ming Court

New Punjab Club

Ryota Kappou Modern

Exclusive Benefits for American Express Card Members at the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival

Eligible Card Members can enjoy a range of exclusive offers, including:

  • Priority Booking: Exclusive festival ticket sale for eligible American Express Card Members will be between October 7 to 11, 2026[1], ahead of the general public sale.
  • Dedicated American Express Lane: Access a dedicated lane for ticket purchases and Tasting Pass redemption for a seamless start to the festival experience.
  • Grand Wine Pass Offer: Enjoy HK$50 savings on online and on-site purchases of Grand Wine Passes[2].
  • Token Top-up Savings: Enjoy 20% savings on token top-ups at American Express kiosks.
  • AMEX GOURMET CLUB Avenue Complimentary Food Perks: Receive a complimentary food item at designated restaurant booths at the AMEX GOURMET CLUB Avenue upon a single net transaction of HK$200 or above on any booth, ticket, or token purchase onsite using an eligible American Express Card[3].
  • Jebsen Wines and Spirits Offer: Enjoy 10% savings on regular-priced wines at the Jebsen Wines and Spirits booth with an eligible American Express Card[4].

The Platinum Card Members can also visit the AMEX FAN ZONE booth (B402-403), where they can redeem a limited-edition Amex Thumb Camera upon referring a friend to apply for The Platinum Card®.

Terms and Conditions apply to all benefits and offers, which may be subject to designated booking requirements, redemption cap, spending requirements, blackout dates and other exclusions. For more details, please click here.

Please download high-resolution photos here.

[1] Priority Booking period is from 4pm on October 7, 2026 till 11:59pm on October 11, 2026 or when all available tickets for Priority Booking are sold out, whichever comes first.
[2] Eligible Card Members can enjoy HK$50 savings on Grand Wine Tasting Pass purchased online at the designated platform from 12am on October 12, 2026 till 11:30pm on November 1, 2026, and onsite from October 29, 2026 till November 1, 2026.
[3] Eligible Card Members must present the eligible receipt to on-site American Express staff and scan the designated QR code via the Amex Experiences App onsite to complete the redemption process. Each eligible Card Member is limited to one redemption per day. Offer period is from October 29, 2026 till November 1, 2026.
[4] Under the laws of Hong Kong, intoxicating liquor must not be sold or supplied in the course of business to any person under the age of 18. American Express and the Participating Merchants reserve the right to request valid proof of identity at any time when selling, supplying or serving alcoholic beverages for the purpose of age verification. Offer period is from October 29, 2026 till November 1, 2026.

ABOUT AMERICAN EXPRESS

American Express (NYSE: AXP) is a global payments and premium lifestyle brand powered by technology. Our colleagues around the world back our customers with differentiated products, services and experiences that enrich lives and build business success.

Founded in 1850 and headquartered in New York, American Express’ brand is built on trust, security and service, and a rich history of delivering innovation and Membership value for our customers. We seek to provide the world’s best customer experience every day to a broad range of consumers, small and medium-sized businesses, and large corporations, and we build and manage relationships with millions of merchants across our global network.

For more information about American Express, please visit americanexpress.com/hk、americanexpress.com/en-us/newsroom/ and ir.americanexpress.com

Froyo Zone Keeps Growing: Founders Metals Hits 54.0 m of 8.45 g/t Gold

Vancouver, British Columbia – Newsfile Corp. – October 7, 2026 – Founders Metals Inc. (TSXV: FDR) (OTCQX: FDMIF) (FSE: 9DL0) (“Founders” or the “Company”) announces assay results from Upper Antino-Froyo Zone (the “Froyo Zone”) drilling at its Antino Gold Project (“Antino” or the “Project”) in southeastern Suriname (Figure 1). Drill hole FR256 returned 54.0 metres (m) of 8.45 grams per tonne (g/t) gold (Au) from 303.0 m, including 24.0 m of 17.42 g/t Au, on a parallel structure approximately 100 m east of the high-grade zone intersected in FR249 (28.0 m of 14.27 g/t Au, announced August 6, 2026) (Figure 2).

Colin Padget, President & CEO, commented, “FR256 returned 54.0 metres of 8.45 g/t gold from a second, parallel structure 100 metres east of FR249, where we hit 28.0 metres of 14.27 g/t gold in August. Lower in the same hole, FR256 also extended the FR249 zone down-dip. These results reinforce the scale and high-grade potential of the gold system at Upper Antino. Our drilling continues to identify new structures and extend known zones at depth, and the system remains open. We look forward to further defining its extent through our ongoing step-out program for the balance of 2026.”

Highlights

  • Second, parallel high-grade structure: 54.0 m of 8.45 g/t Au from 303.0 m (~275 m vertical), including 24.0 m of 17.42 g/t Au (FR256), approximately 100 m across strike to the east of the previously released 28.0 m of 14.27 g/t Au (FR249; Figure 2)
  • FR249 zone extended approximately 75 m down-dip: 11.0 m of 3.59 g/t Au from 464.0 m (~420 m vertical) (FR256; Figure 3)
  • Gold mineralization near surface: 16.5 m of 4.21 g/t Au from 30.6 m (FR264; Figure 3)
  • Drilling ongoing: 16 holes totalling 5,809 m are reported in this release, and step-out drilling on both structures is planned for the remainder of 2026

Drilling at Upper Antino continues to step out along and across strike, testing for parallel structures and the down-dip extent of the gold-bearing shear zones that define the target. FR256 intersected 54.0 m of 8.45 g/t Au from 303.0 m within a second, parallel structure approximately 100 m across strike to the east of the previously reported 28.0 m of 14.27 g/t Au in FR249. Deeper in the same hole, FR256 returned 11.0 m of 3.59 g/t Au from 464.0 m, extending the FR249 zone approximately 75 m down-dip. As elsewhere at the Froyo Zone, the gold is hosted in steeply dipping, northwest-trending shears and is associated with quartz-carbonate veining, pervasive sericite alteration and pyrite plus pyrrhotite. FR252, drilled from the same pad as FR256, intersected multiple gold-bearing shears, returning 4.0 m of 10.22 g/t Au from 291.0 m, 14.0 m of 1.41 g/t Au from 319.0 m and 14.0 m of 4.22 g/t Au from 401.0 m.

Shallow drilling has also intersected mineralization up-dip within the oxide profile: FR264 returned 16.5 m of 4.21 g/t Au from 30.6 m (Figure 3). The Froyo Zone remains open along strike and at depth, and the Company will complete follow-up drilling over the remainder of 2026.

Stock Options and RSU Grant
The Company also announces that, pursuant to its Omnibus Long-Term Incentive Plan (the “Omnibus Plan”), it has granted a total of 115,000 stock options (“Options”) and 74,725 restricted share units (“RSUs”) to officers and employees of the Company. The Options are exercisable at a price of C$8.20 per share and expire five years from the date of grant. The Options and 43,375 of the RSUs vest over a period of three years, with one-third vesting on each of the first, second, and third anniversaries from the date of grant. The remaining 31,350 RSUs vest on the first anniversary of the date of grant.

About Founders Metals Inc.
Founders Metals Inc. is a Canadian gold exploration company building a district-scale gold camp in southeastern Suriname. The Company owns a 100% royalty-free interest in the Antino Gold Project, a 102,360-hectare contiguous land package representing the largest uninterrupted package of highly prospective greenstone belt geology in the Guiana Shield. Founders is executing one of the most active exploration programs in the global junior gold sector and is backed by a strategic investment from Gold Fields Limited. The Company is committed to responsible exploration, strong community engagement, and disciplined capital allocation as it advances Suriname’s next major gold camp.

Figure 1: Antino Gold Project Property Map1

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1 Results shown in Figure 1 were previously disclosed by the Company in news releases dated August 24, 2023; July 22, 2024; September 24, 2024; November 7, 2024; December 11, 2024; February 20, 2025; April 23, 2025; June 23, 2025; June 24, 2025; December 11, 2025; January 22, 2026; April 2, 2026; April 30, 2026; June 23, 2026; July 15, 2026; August 6, 2026; and September 9, 2026, each available on the Company’s website and under its profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

Figure 2: Upper Antino Plan Map2

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2 Results shown in Figure 2 were previously disclosed by the Company in news releases dated December 7, 2023; December 21, 2023; July 22, 2024; August 6, 2026; and September 9, 2026, each available on the Company’s website and under its profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

Figure 3: Upper Antino-Froyo Zone Section3

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3 Results shown in Figure 3 were previously disclosed by the Company in news releases dated November 30, 2023; December 21, 2023; June 27, 2024; and August 6, 2026, each available on the Company’s website and under its profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

Table 1: Upper Antino-Froyo Zone Assay Results

Drillhole From (m) To (m) Interval (m) Au (g/t)
FR271 0.00 17.10 17.10 0.32
and 91.00 93.00 2.00 3.21
and 134.00 144.00 10.00 0.67
and 264.00 267.00 3.00 1.47
FR270 NSA
FR269 346.00 372.00 26.00 0.64
incl. 355.00 361.00 6.00 1.79
and 396.00 405.00 9.00 0.94
FR268 NSA
FR265 36.60 46.00 9.40 1.53
FR264 30.60 47.10 16.50 4.21
FR262 32.10 45.60 13.50 0.97
FR261 44.10 51.60 7.50 0.77
and 324.00 332.00 8.00 0.47
and 354.00 361.00 7.00 0.55
and 366.00 376.00 10.00 0.93
and 428.00 434.00 6.00 0.81
and 462.00 473.00 11.00 0.53
FR258 0.00 9.60 9.60 0.55
and 122.00 134.00 12.00 1.36
and 322.00 332.00 10.00 0.48
FR256 303.00 357.00 54.00 8.45
incl. 324.00 348.00 24.00 17.42
and 464.00 475.00 11.00 3.59
and 697.00 702.00 5.00 0.78
FR255 128.00 134.00 6.00 0.57
and 181.00 192.00 11.00 0.50
FR252 44.10 54.60 10.50 0.80
and 291.00 295.00 4.00 10.22
and 319.00 333.00 14.00 1.41
and 401.00 415.00 14.00 4.22
and 421.00 430.00 9.00 2.43
FR244 0.00 21.60 21.60 0.58
incl. 11.10 17.10 6.00 1.50
and 96.00 100.00 4.00 1.02
FR237 0.00 6.60 6.60 0.58
and 15.60 26.10 10.50 0.50
and 32.10 44.10 12.00 0.53
and 72.60 76.00 3.40 1.21
and 103.00 114.00 11.00 0.84
and 192.00 202.00 10.00 0.31
FR235 NSA
FR233 38.10 47.00 8.90 0.83
and 346.00 352.00 6.00 0.53

Intervals are down-hole core lengths. True widths of mineralization are estimated to be approximately 75% of the down-hole interval based on currently available results and observations. All are diamond drill holes. Interval average grades are calculated with uncapped gold assays, as insufficient drilling has been completed to determine capping levels for higher-grade gold intercepts. Widths are calculated using a 0.10 g/t gold cut-off grade with <5.0 m of internal dilution of zero grade material, and a minimum composite length of 2.0 m. Intervals below 3.0 gram-metres are omitted. NSA means No Significant Assays. Table 2: Upper Antino-Froyo Zone Drill Hole Locations

Hole ID Easting (m) Northing (m) Elevation (m) Azimuth (°) Dip (°) Depth (m)
FR271 817133.60 401298.20 191.27 249.99 -50.23 339.50
FR270 816643.33 402463.00 187.74 260.00 -50.21 254.00
FR269 816784.50 401904.50 175.41 80.05 -54.98 413.00
FR268 816730.00 402473.00 201.16 260.13 -50.42 200.00
FR265 816916.50 401088.00 170.76 240.04 -50.29 110.00
FR264 816940.50 401043.00 168.65 240.09 -50.25 101.00
FR262 816925.50 401067.00 166.12 240.15 -50.35 101.00
FR261 817448.00 400915.00 199.00 240.12 -60.31 599.00
FR258 817438.00 400824.00 204.61 240.00 -70.19 386.10
FR256 817358.67 401106.00 168.57 260.00 -65.00 761.00
FR255 817480.67 400751.58 214.81 240.21 -55.10 260.01
FR252 817358.59 401105.90 168.57 260.25 -55.35 595.91
FR244 817203.33 400976.00 155.00 245.00 -55.00 401.00
FR237 817248.33 400940.33 169.44 240.00 -65.00 392.05
FR235 816655.33 400879.00 226.38 270.00 -50.00 290.00
FR233 817233.33 401230.67 150.10 250.00 -60.00 605.00

Coordinates are reported in WGS 84 / UTM Zone 21N.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS,
Per: “Colin Padget”
Colin Padget
President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director

Contact Information
Costner Morrison, Director, Investor Relations
Tel: +1 604 404 9413 | costnerm@fdrmetals.com

Katie MacKenzie, Vice President, Corporate Development
Tel: +1 604 712 1790 | katiem@fdrmetals.com

Quality Assurance and Control
Samples were analyzed at FILAB Suriname, a Bureau Veritas Certified Laboratory in Paramaribo, Suriname (a commercial certified laboratory under ISO 9001:2015). Samples are crushed to 75% passing 2.35 mm screen, riffle split (700 g) and pulverized to 85% passing 88 µm. Samples were analyzed using a 50 g fire assay (50 g aliquot) with an Atomic Absorption (AA) finish. For samples that return assay values over 10.0 grams per tonne (g/t), another cut was taken from the original pulp and fire assayed with a gravimetric finish. Founders Metals inserts blanks and certified reference standards in the sample sequence for quality control. External QA/QC checks are performed at ALS Global Laboratories (Geochemistry Division) in Lima, Peru (an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited facility). A secure chain of custody is maintained in transporting and storing of all samples. Drill intervals with visible gold are assayed using metallic screening. Diamond drill core is HQ diameter through oxide intervals and predominantly NQ diameter in deeper drilling. All samples are half core, split using a diamond saw.

Qualified Persons
The technical content of this news release has been reviewed and approved by Michael Dufresne, M.Sc., P.Geol., P.Geo., an independent qualified person as defined by National Instrument 43-101.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information
This news release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation, including statements regarding true-width estimates, the interpretation of drill hole FR256 intersecting a parallel structure, mineralization remaining open and the potential for further mineralization expansion, planned follow-up drilling, the grant of Options and vesting and exercise thereof, long-term value creation and the Company’s prospects. Forward-looking information can generally be identified by words such as “plans”, “expects”, “is expected”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “forecasts”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “believes”, or variations indicating that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” occur or be achieved.

Forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and reasonable assumptions but are subject to business, market, and economic risks, uncertainties, and contingencies that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied, including: general business and economic uncertainties; exploration results; the risk that additional drilling does not confirm the geological interpretation described herein; mining industry risks; and other factors described in the Company’s most recent annual management discussion and analysis. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, other factors may cause results not to be as anticipated. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information will prove accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information except in accordance with applicable securities laws. Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

All material information on Founders Metals can be found at www.sedarplus.ca.

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Hong Kong retains leading position as the world’s freest economy


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 October 2026 – Hong Kong has again been rated as the world’s freest economy, according to the Economic Freedom of the World 2026 Annual Report, published on October 6 by the Canada-based Fraser Institute. Hong Kong remained top among 165 jurisdictions worldwide with Switzerland in second place.

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government welcomed the latest report, noting that, among the five areas of assessment, the city continued to be ranked first globally in “Freedom to trade internationally” and second in “Regulation”.

Hong Kong retains leading position as the world's freest economy

“The Fraser Institute’s report once again affirms Hong Kong’s strengths as a free-market economy and its open, efficient and fair business environment,” a spokesman for the HKSAR Government said. “Amid increasing global economic uncertainties and rising trade protectionism, Hong Kong remains firmly committed to maintaining its free port status, zero-tariff policy, and simple and low tax regime, providing a secure, stable, fair, predictable and internationalised business and investment environment for investors and entrepreneurs from around the world.”

“One country, two systems” advantages

The HKSAR Government highlighted that, under the “one country, two systems” framework, Hong Kong enjoys the strong support of the Chinese Mainland and maintains close connections with the rest of the world.

“While offering convenient access to both the Chinese Mainland and international markets, Hong Kong continues to practise common law in both Chinese and English,” the spokesman said. “It also offers financial, shipping, trading and professional services that align seamlessly with international best standards, supported by an efficient government structure and a clean and professional civil service.”

These strengths enable Hong Kong to fully leverage its roles and functions as a ‘super connector’ and ‘super value-adder’, making it the best gateway for Mainland enterprises to enter international markets and for overseas enterprises to enter the Mainland.

Attracting investment and talent

So far this year, Hong Kong has continued to scale new heights in various international competitiveness rankings covering finance, innovation and technology (I&T), education and talent, reflecting wide recognition by the international community of Hong Kong’s core strengths and the HKSAR Government’s efforts to promote high-quality social and economic development.

Indeed, Hong Kong’s favourable business and living environment, coupled with the proactive and concerted efforts of the HKSAR Government and all sectors of the community, continues to attract enterprises and talent from around the world.

Last year, the number of companies in Hong Kong with parent companies overseas or in the Mainland exceeded 11,000, an increase of 11 per cent over 2024 and a record high.

The Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises (OASES), established by the HKSAR Government in 2022, has successfully attracted over 120 strategic enterprises to date, including many global industry leaders with a market capitalisation or valuation exceeding $100 billion and possessing cutting-edge technologies.

On talent attraction, from end-2022 to August this year, over 670,000 applications were received and over 470,000 were approved under various talent admission schemes, with more than 310,000 individuals having arrived in Hong Kong.

Over the past year, Hong Kong recorded considerable growth in funds raised through initial public offerings, bank deposits and assets under management in the asset and wealth management business, reflecting international investors’ confidence in and recognition of Hong Kong.

Looking ahead

Last month, the HKSAR’s Chief Executive, John Lee, announced the First Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (2026-2030) (Hong Kong’s First Five-Year Plan) and the 2026 Policy Address.

Hong Kong’s First Five-Year Plan states that Hong Kong will remain committed to a free and open economic system and the free flow of capital, goods, people and information, all of which are Hong Kong’s core strengths under the “one country, two systems” framework.

“These efforts will inject stronger impetus into social and economic development, open up broader development prospects for local enterprises and the public, and provide greater opportunities for enterprises, investors and talent worldwide,” the spokesman said.

Hashtag: #HongKong #Freest #Economy #Investment #Talent





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IX Asia Indexes Announces Discontinuation of Real-Time Dissemination Services for ixCrypto Indexes


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 October 2026 – IX Asia Indexes Company Limited (“IX” or the “Company”) today announced that it has discontinued the real-time dissemination all of its ixCrypto Indexes. This follows the Company’s corporate announcement on 24 September 2026 on “Index Dissemination Security Protection”. The real-time service, currently available on Bloomberg and through Nasdaq to global vendors, has ceased from 18 September 2026 for Nasdaq and 6 October 2026 for Bloomberg and official website. The decision is made after serious rescues of the real time dissemination with the cloud service providers, but situation is still not under control at satisfactory level. IX decided to step back and review current AI environment used by hackers before deciding to resume real time dissemination in the future. The matter will be discussed in the quarterly index review with index advisory committee on 15 October 2026.

The ixCrypto Indexes were among the first world market indexes to provide a true and fair representation of crypto market player distribution and performance, built on the foundation of rigorous governance and a rules-based, transparent methodology. The indexes were designed to meet institutional standards of index construction, distinguishing them from many of the less transparent benchmarks that have characterized the digital asset space.

“From the outset, we insisted on a high level of governance in constructing the ixCrypto Indexes, and we are proud to have been one of the first index families globally to deliver a true and fair picture of the crypto market’s player distribution and performance,” said Irene Wong, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of IX Asia Indexes. “While we are discontinuing real-time dissemination, our commitment to the digital asset community remains. We will continue to provide day-end index values and to conduct our quarterly index reviews, ensuring that market participants retain access to a reliable, governed benchmark for the crypto asset class.”

We apologise for the inconvenience caused. Should you have any questions, please contact us on enquiry@ix-index.com.

About IX Asia Indexes and IX Asia Index Advisory Committee
IX Capital International Limited is an award-winning index and investment advisory company. The index business arm- IX Asia Indexes, providing real-time digital asset and innovative indexes, disseminated 24×7 globally and built on robust infrastructure. Since the launch of the first crypto benchmark index (“IXCI”) launched in Hong Kong in December 2018, the ixCrypto index series expand into 29 indexes designed for exchange futures products, mark-to-market, and fund managers’ portfolio construction purposes. To ensure the professionality and impartiality of the index methodologies and operations, IX Asia Indexes has established its index advisory committee with representation from different industries, including fund management, exchanges, brokerage, financial blockchain experts, crypto service providers, etc. The committee will meet quarterly a year to discuss matters relating to the IX Asia Indexes, including to review and to comment the data sources, methodologies, and operations of IX Asia Indexes, to provide guidance to the future development of new IX Asia Indexes and to handle other issues and decisions on an as-needed basis.

IX Asia Indexes was awarded the Fintech Award (wealth investment and management) 2019 and 2021 organised by ETNet. It as well won an award for Startup of the Year and Basic Technology (Big Data) from Hong Kong Fintech Impetus Awards 2022 by Metro Broadcast and KPMG. It also won Asia Pacific Enterprise Achievement Award 2024 by Echolade. IX Asia Indexes completed its IOSCO compliance statement and obtained ISO/IEC 27001:2022 UKAS certification.

Website: https://ix-index.com/
Advisory Committee: https://ix-index.com/committee.html

About IX Crypto Indexes
The ixCrypto index (“IXCI”) is the first crypto index launched in Hong Kong. It was launched on 12 December 2018. It is denominated in USD with a base value of 1000 and a base date on 3 December 2018. Designed to be easy to understand while providing a good representation of the crypto market, ixCrypto index aims to cover the top 80% of the cumulative free-float adjusted market capitalization in the crypto universe and, at the same time, the crypto currencies should fall within the top liquid cryptos ranked by trading volume in the 90 days preceding the review date. The index is to be reviewed quarterly and with a fast entry rule. Real time indexes are disseminated every 5-second for 24×7 since 23 June 2022. Real time index data together with ixBitcoin Index and ixEthereum Index can be obtained from IX Asia Indexes Data Services and Bloomberg terminal on IXCI . For IXCI, IXBI and IXEI, the indexes are also available through Nasdaq Global Index Data Service (GIDS) with the tickers “IXCI”, “IXBI”, “IXEI”, with dissemination interval kept at 15-second unchanged.

ixCrypto Indexes Dissemination

ixCrypto Index is first disseminated every 1-hour in May 2020. In November the same year, the dissemination is upgraded to every 15- second and made available to the world via the Nasdaq Global Index Data Service. In March 2021, ixBitcoin Index (“IXBI”) and ixEthereum Index (“IXEI”) are launched, and together with IXCI, are available to the world via Nasdaq. In April 2022, the index dissemination upgraded to every 5-second interval and made 24×7 since 23 June 2022. On 23 July 2024, a separate direct connection with Bloomberg is established to allow Bloomberg real time subscription with 10 indexes. Today, over 26 real-time indexes are available to customers on the IX Crypto Index API subscription and Bloomberg subscription. For free delayed IXCI, IXBI and IXEI, the indexes are available through Nasdaq Global Index Data Service (GIDS) and most major information vendors.

The vendor tickers are shown below:

Index Name

Bloomberg Ticker NASDAQ

Reuters Ticker

Real-time Delayed
ixCrypto Index IXCI IXCI2 .IXCI .IXCI
ixBitcoin Index IXCBI IXCBI2 .IXBI .IXBI1
ixEthereum Index IXCEI IXCEI2 .IXEI .IXEI1

For further information about ixCrypto Index and other available indexes including IX Crypto spot price index series, please visit company official webpage https://ix-index.com.

Hashtag: #IXAsiaIndexes #ixCryptoIndexes

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Azbil to Present Automation Solutions as a Platinum Partner at Industrial Transformation ASIA-PACIFIC 2026


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 October 2026 – Azbil Corporation (Tokyo Stock Exchange Code: 6845) announces that it will participate as a Platinum Partner at Industrial Transformation ASIA-PACIFIC 2026 (hereinafter “ITAP”), taking place from 21 – 22 October 2026, at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre in Singapore.

ITAP Platinum Sponsor

Leveraging HANNOVER MESSE’s expertise, ITAP 2026 is jointly organized by Deutsche Messe and the Singapore Manufacturing Federation. Under the theme “Transform Tomorrow Today,” this year’s edition addresses a critical shift across regional manufacturing: accelerating the adoption and commercial deployment of digital technologies to drive productivity, resilience, and sustainable growth.

At ITAP, Azbil will showcase its theme, “Automation Solutions Driving Evolution and Co-Creation,” demonstrating how its solutions help customers turn operational data into actionable insights, optimize performance, and address evolving industry challenges. As a trusted automation partner, Azbil looks forward to engaging with manufacturers, facility operators, and industry stakeholders to exchange ideas, strengthen partnerships, and explore new opportunities for innovation.

Guided by its Purpose, “Expanding Technological Frontiers, Unlocking Human Potential,” Azbil will continue to create new value through its advanced measurement, control, and automation technologies and through co-creation with customers and partners, contributing to more reliable, efficient, and sustainable industrial operations.

Event Overview

Event Industrial Transformation ASIA-PACIFIC 2026
Dates 21 – 22 October 2026
Location Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Singapore

Hall 406, Booth B3

Registration

(Free registration for Visitor Pass)

Product Showcase Advanced automation

  • Control Valve 6000 Series:
    Engineered for optimal flow control performance, the Control Valve 6000 Series provides precise and stable control for industrial processes. Designed for reliability and efficiency, it helps plants maintain consistent performance while supporting safe and sustainable operations.
  • we.ble™:
    we.ble is Azbil’s unified brand for Next-Gen Solution for plants and factories. By bringing together Azbil’s applications and services, it enables more seamless use of data and closer integration across operations. Through collaboration and co-creation with customers and partners, Azbil aims to support safe, stable, and efficient operations.

Building automation

  • Intelligent Building Management System (IBMS):
    An open and scalable platform that integrates, monitors, and controls multiple building systems through a unified interface. It provides operational insights that support efficient facility management and efforts to improve Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE).

For details, please visit the following website.

* Posted information is accurate as of the date of announcement.

Hashtag: #Azbil #ITAP


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About Azbil Corporation

Azbil Corporation, formerly known as Yamatake Corporation, is a leading company in building and industrial automation, using its measurement and control technologies to provide customers with high value-added solutions to make their operations more efficient and sustainable. Founded in 1906, the Azbil Group consists of 30 companies and operates in 16 countries, providing cutting-edge solutions and services to meet the diverse needs of its global customers. As of March 31, 2026, the Azbil Group employed about 9,000 people worldwide and generated JPY 298.9 billion in revenue. To learn more about Azbil Corporation and its solutions, please visit Azbil’s website at .