Agreement sets the foundation for a NASDAQ-listed institutional-grade real-world asset tokenization company LAKE MARY, Fla., Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VerifyMe, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRME) (“VerifyMe”), a provider of authentication and precision logistics technologies and Open World Ltd. (“Open World”), a blockchain infrastructure and real-world asset (“RWA”) tokenization platform, today announced the execution of an Agreement and Plan of Merger (“Agreement”). The merger positions the combined entity as a leading infrastructure provider in the digital asset and tokenization sector.“We are pleased to announce the next step in our plan to merge with Open World to align our complementary strengths,” said Adam Stedham, CEO of VerifyMe. “We believe the combined platform will deliver durable infrastructure and governance that supports...

$0.26 per share consideration represents a 36.8% premium to the 10-day VWAP of Fokus Mining shares on the TSXV as of February 11, 2026 Fokus Mining’s Board of Directors and Special Committee have unanimously approved the Transaction and recommend that Fokus shareholders vote in favour of the Transaction Acquisition to Increase Gold Candle’s Inferred Mineral Resources by 1.4 Million Ounces ofGold and Grow its Land Position to Over 20,000 Hectares in the Abitibi (All amounts expressed in Canadian Dollars unless otherwise noted) ROUYN-NORANDA, Quebec and TORONTO, Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fokus Mining Corporation (“Fokus”) (TSXV: FKM) (OTCQB: FKMCF) and Gold Candle Ltd. (“Gold Candle”) today announced that they have entered into a definitive arrangement agreement dated February 11, 2026 (the “Arrangement Agreement”) pursuant...

Purna and MedPharm to Establish Trans-Atlantic Partnership to Serve Global Clients Boston, MA, Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ampersand Capital Partners, a private equity firm specializing in growth investments in the life sciences and healthcare sectors, today announced its acquisition of Purna Pharmaceuticals, a trusted provider of development and manufacturing services for liquid and semi-solid dosage forms in support of pharmaceutical industry customers. “This acquisition marks an important next chapter for Purna and reflects Ampersand’s confidence in our leadership team, differentiated capabilities, and customer relationships,” said Bart Peeters, CEO Purna. “With Ampersand’s support, we are well positioned to continue investing in innovation, quality and capacity to better serve our global pharmaceutical customer base.” “Purna...

NOT FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION OR DISTRIBUTION IN WHOLE OR IN PART, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY IN, INTO OR FROM ANY JURISDICTION WHERE TO DO SO WOULD CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF THE RELEVANT LAWS OR REGULATIONS OF THAT JURISDICTION THIS IS AN ANNOUNCEMENT FALLING UNDER RULE 2.4 OF THE CITY CODE ON TAKEOVERS AND MERGERS (THE “CODE”) AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN ANNOUNCEMENT OF A FIRM INTENTION TO MAKE AN OFFER UNDER RULE 2.7 OF THE CODE AND THERE CAN BE NO CERTAINTY THAT ANY FIRM OFFER WILL BE MADE EVEN IF ANY PRE-CONDITIONS ARE SATISFIED OR WAIVED Helios Consortium statement TORONTO, Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Introduction The Helios Consortium (as defined below) announced at 07:00 on Monday 2 February 2026 that it was seeking the recommendation for an increased possible offer it made on Thursday 29 January 2026 to the board of CAB...

BEVERLY, Mass., Feb. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ATN International, Inc. (“ATN” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: ATNI), a leading provider of digital infrastructure and communications services, today announced that Commnet Wireless, LLC and certain of its subsidiaries have entered into a Purchase and Sale Agreement with an affiliate of Everest Infrastructure Partners, Inc. (“Everest”) a leading provider of wireless infrastructure, to divest its portfolio of 214 Southwestern U.S. towers and related operations (“Tower Portfolio”) for up to $297 million in an all cash transaction (the “Transaction”). The Company currently expects estimated taxes, payments to minority investors in the Tower Portfolio, and transaction-related expenses will total approximately 25% to 30% of the gross proceeds received. “This transaction allows us to unlock...

Accretive Transaction Adds Further Scope to Bally’s Master Lease II WYOMISSING, Pa., Feb. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. (NASDAQ: GLPI) (“GLPI”) announced today that it acquired the real estate assets of Bally’s Lincoln in Lincoln, Rhode Island, from Bally’s Corporation (“Bally’s”) for $700.0 million. GLPI has posted a presentation, with additional details of the Lincoln property transaction, which can be accessed at www.glpropinc.com. The initial cash rent of $56.0 million represents an 8.0% capitalization rate and equates to a purchase multiple of 12.5x. Bally’s Lincoln will be added to the GLPI Bally’s Master Lease II agreement, increasing the number of properties to five, and the pro forma rent coverage ratio is expected to be over 2.2x. On a four-wall basis, rent coverage for Bally’s Lincoln...

ST. LOUIS, Feb. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Azuria Water Solutions, a leader in technology-enabled water solutions, today announced the acquisition of Caliagua, Inc., based in Anaheim, California. Since 1978, Caliagua has been at the forefront of constructing, rehabilitating, and modernizing water and wastewater systems in communities across California. The company was founded by Oscar Bruner who later passed the company down to his son, Gus Bruner. Today, the company is licensed to build and install treatment plants, pump stations, pipelines, reservoirs, industrial boilers, and cooling towers, as well as monitor and control systems. Caliagua’s engineering and construction skills serve the waterworks and wastewater industries, the private commercial and building sectors, and public agencies. Gus Bruner and Cory Wolfrom will continue...

Cergy, February 11th 2026 – SPIE, the independent European leader in multi-technical services in the areas of energy and communications, announces the acquisition of INVIZO s.r.o., a Slovak company specialising in building security systems and smart technical solutions. Established in 1997, INVIZO s.r.o. is a recognised provider of technical solutions for building security and smart installations. The company specialises in the design, implementation, integration, and maintenance of security systems, including electronic fire protection systems, access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and intelligent electrical installations. In addition, INVIZO delivers software-supported solutions and provides 24/7 service and technical support to its clients. INVIZO s.r.o. serves commercial, industrial, and public-sector customers, supporting them...

Combined Entity Would Integrate Energy Storage Products, Proprietary Energy Management Software, Recycling, and Battery Materials into a Single Platform Lion Energy is a Revenue-Generating Business, Enhanced by Proprietary Software and Positioned to Participate in Expanding Energy & Virtual Power Plant Markets RENO, Nev. and AMERICAN FORK, Utah, Feb. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aqua Metals, Inc. (NASDAQ: AQMS), a pioneer in battery metals recycling and refining, today announced that it has entered into a term sheet to acquire Lion Energy, LLC, a U.S.-based provider of commercial, residential, and distributed energy storage systems, consumer power solutions, and proprietary energy management software. Following the closing of the transaction, Aqua Metals plans to leverage Lion Energy’s solutions, brand, intellectual property,...

Executes Trademark & Brand Licensing Agreement, Including Access to its Proprietary Tech Suite Celebration, FL, Feb. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — La Rosa Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: LRHC) (“La Rosa” or the “Company”), a real estate and PropTech enterprise, today announced the sale of its 51% ownership interest in Horeb Kissimmee Realty LLC (“LR Kissimmee”) for $0.5 million. The transaction represents the divestiture of a non-core office operation and marks a significant step in strengthening the Company’s balance sheet, eliminating unproductive expenses, and reallocating capital toward higher-return initiatives. The divested office represents approximately 10% of the Company’s total agent base and removes an operating component that was not generating positive cash flow from the Company’s consolidated financials, with no material...