Month: January 2025

NextGen expands into the cryptocurrency market, acquiring approximately 10,000 Solana coins (SOL) – NOT FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES OR THROUGH U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES – Fredericton, New Brunswick, Jan. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NextGen Digital Platforms Inc. (CSE:NXT) (FSE:Z12) (“NextGen” or the “Company”), a publicly traded company listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange (the “CSE”), is pleased to announce its strategic entry into the rapidly expanding cryptocurrency sector. NextGen has entered into a letter of intent dated January 26, 2025 (the “Letter of Intent”) with a publicly-listed technology company (the “Vendor”) to acquire (the “Acquisition”) the claim of approximately 10,000 Solana coins (the “SOL”) or an equivalent cash amount (the “Crypto Proceeds”, and together with the SOL, the “Crypto Assets”). The...

RENO, NV, Jan. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Winvest Group Limited (OTC: WNLV), an innovative leader in the entertainment and investment industry, has officially entered the blockchain financing space and is aggressively optimizing and upgrading the future of contents, film, gaming, and social interactions in a unique, yet in-demand way. This strategic move reflects the company’s mission to integrate advanced technologies into its core business, creating a decentralized ecosystem that bridges the gap between traditional audiences and digital asset enthusiasts.As part of its disruptive strategy, Winvest Group announced a partnership with WMM to develop a virtual platform called “Joyous Island,” which is scheduled to launch in 2025. “Joyous Island” combines the innovations of GameFi and SocialFi to provide users with a unique...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SAGA Metals Corp. (“SAGA” or the “Company”) (TSXV: SAGA) (OTCQB: SAGMF) (FSE: 20H), a North American exploration company focused on critical mineral discovery, is pleased to announce the final in-province preparations for the Company’s maiden drill programs at the Double Mer Uranium and Radar Ti-V projects in Labrador, Canada. Final Preparations at Double Mer Uranium Project in Labrador, Canada: On January 19, SAGA’s exploration team including Michael Garagan, CGO & Director of SAGA, landed in Labrador. After retrieving equipment from SAGA’s storage facility, the team was able to complete orientations and briefed Air Tunilik, Newfoundland Helicopters and other supportive members on the project plans and objectives. On January 22, the first...

The top management of the tour operator AB Novaturas (hereinafter referred to as Novaturas) has passed a decision to conduct an analysis of strategic alternatives. For this purpose, a contract was signed on 24 January with the financial advisory firm Superia. “As part of the strategy review of the company and taking into account the dynamic situation and competitive environment in the tourism sector, we have decided to assess the strategic alternatives of the company. This analysis is an important step towards strengthening our performance and finding the most appropriate solutions to create value for our shareholders, employees, customers, and partners,” says Kristijonas Kaikaris, CEO of Novaturas Group. The analysis of strategic alternatives will include an assessment of various possible scenarios, including but not limited to raising...

Across three key functional outcomes, North Star Ambulatory Assessment (NSAA), Time to Rise (TTR) and 10-meter walk/run (10MWR), results were statistically significant and clinically meaningful two years after treatment with Elevidys, compared to a pre-specified propensity-weighted untreated external control group Functional differences between individuals treated with Elevidys and those in the external control group increased between one year and two years after treatment No new safety signals observed further reinforcing the consistent and manageable safety profile observed with Elevidys to dateBasel, 27 January 2025 – Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) announced today positive topline results from year two of the EMBARK trial, a global, randomised, double-blind phase III study of Elevidys™ (delandistrogene moxeparvovec),...

SHANGHAI, Jan. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TH International Limited (NASDAQ: THCH), the exclusive operator of Tim Hortons coffee shops in China (“Tims China” or the “Company”), is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its first store in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province. This milestone further solidifies Tims China’s nationwide presence, extending its footprint to 27 of the country’s 34 province-level geographies.[Nanchang Store and Chinese New Year 2025 offerings] The renowned historic city of Nanchang, with over 6.5 million residents, is the capital of Jiangxi Province, which has a population of about 45 million. Nanchang is bordered by the Meiling Mountains and Poyang Lake, the largest fresh-water in the nation, earning it the nickname “water capital of China”. The city serves as a vital link among three significant economic...

Once every four weeks maintenance dosing may be easier for patients and care partners to continue treatment Alzheimer’s disease progression does not stop after plaque clearance; ongoing treatment with LEQEMBI can slow disease progression and prolong the benefits of therapy TOKYO and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Jan. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Eisai Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokyo, CEO: Haruo Naito, “Eisai”) and Biogen Inc. (Nasdaq: BIIB, Corporate headquarters: Cambridge, Massachusetts, CEO: Christopher A. Viehbacher, “Biogen”) announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the Supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) for once every four weeks lecanemab-irmb (U.S. brand name: LEQEMBI®) intravenous (IV) maintenance dosing. LEQEMBI is indicated for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease (AD)...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Orezone Gold Corporation (TSX: ORE, OTCQX: ORZCF) (the “Company” or “Orezone”) is pleased to provide additional drill results from its recently announced multi-year exploration campaign at its flagship Bomboré Gold Mine. The new results are centered on the North Zone, with high grades intercepted below both the North Zone Footwall and North Zone Hill resource and reserve pits. Selected Drill Highlights:2.55 g/t Au over 23.00m, including 5.54 g/t Au over 5.00m (BBD1324) 1.14 g/t Au over 29.50m, including 2.30 g/t Au over 4.50m (BBD1320) 1.20 g/t Au over 23.80m (BBD1323) 1.01 g/t Au over 18.70m (BBD1319) 1.80 g/t Au over 15.00m (BBD1318) 1.59 g/t Au over 9.80m (BBD1318) 1.69 g/t Au over 6.85m (BBD1322) 24.74 g/t Au over 2.00m (BBD1323)Patrick Downey, President and...

All amounts expressed in US dollars LUMWANA, Zambia, Jan. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:GOLD)(TSX:ABX) has reaffirmed its commitment to Zambia’s economic growth, contributing over $3.7 billion since 2019. In 2024 alone, Lumwana’s operations contributed $887 million to the economy through royalties, taxes, salaries and procurement of goods and services, solidifying its position as one of the nation’s top five taxpayers. Copper production for 2024 was within guidance, supported by investments in operator training and an upgraded ultra-class fleet. Lumwana remains a leader in advancing local content, with 72% of the $906 million spent on goods and services in 2024 going to Zambian suppliers and contractors. This brings the total spend on local goods and services to $2.5 billion since 2019. The company’s...