-Rebalances energy assets portfolio to 100% North American--Bitfarms to reinvest capital in North American HPC/AI energy infrastructure- TORONTO, Ontario and NEW YORK, Jan. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitfarms Ltd. (NASDAQ/TSX: BITF), a North American energy and digital infrastructure company, today announced that it has entered into a definitive share purchase agreement (“SPA”) to sell its 70 MW site in Paso Pe, Paraguay to the Sympatheia Power Fund (SPF), a crypto infrastructure fund managed by Singapore-based Hawksburn Capital. The transaction is expected to close within 60 days of this release and completes Bitfarms’ exit from Latin America. The closing of the transaction is subject to the satisfaction or waiver of customary closing conditions. Bitfarms CEO Ben Gagnon stated, “I’m pleased to announce the strategic...

                                                                             Clermont-Ferrand, January 2, 2026 COMPAGNIE GÉNÉRALE DES ÉTABLISSEMENTS MICHELIN Michelin announces two projects of acquisition, aiming at reinforcing its Polymer Composite Solutions businessMichelin accelerates growth with the acquisitions of Cooley Group and Tex Tech Industries, both market leaders in coated fabrics and specialty textiles. ~20% revenue boost for the Polymer Composite Solutions businesses portfolio, soon to become a specific reporting segment in Group’s financial communication. Deals fully financed in cash, financial strength intact; closings expected in H1 2026.In line with its “Michelin in Motion 2030” strategy, the Group is leveraging its know-how and expertise to expand into new high value-added markets. Over the past two months, Michelin...

Technip Energies completes acquisition of Ecovyst’s Advanced Materials & Catalysts businessTechnip Energies completes acquisition of Ecovyst’s Advanced Materials & Catalysts businessTechnip Energies (PARIS:TE) announces completion of its acquisition of the Advanced Materials & Catalysts (AM&C) business from Ecovyst Inc. (NYSE: ECVT), a global leader in specialty catalysts and advanced materials. This strategic transaction expands Technip Energies’ portfolio by broadening its capabilities in advanced catalysts. It supports its disciplined growth strategy for the Technology, Products & Services (TPS) business segment in established markets by increasing recurring revenues while accelerating opportunities in sustainable fuels, circular chemistry, and carbon capture – key drivers of long-term value creation...

ATHENS, Greece, Dec. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rubico Inc. (Nasdaq: RUBI) (the “Company” or “Rubico”), a global provider of shipping transportation services specializing in the ownership of vessels, announced today that it has entered into a purchase agreement (the “SPA”) for the acquisition from Top Ships Inc. of a vessel-owning company (the “Owner”) which is party to a shipbuilding contract for a newbuilding mega yacht, the M/Y Sanlorenzo 1150Exp, with expected delivery from the shipyard in the second quarter of 2027 for a purchase price of $38.0 million. Consummation of the purchase and sale of the Owner’s shares under the SPA is expected to take place no later than March 31, 2026. The Company had previously announced that it had entered into a letter of intent providing an exclusivity period during which the Company conducted...

TORONTO, Dec. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BWR Exploration Inc. (TSXV: BWR) (“BWR”) and Electro Metals and Mining Inc. (“Electro”) are pleased to announce that its respective shareholders have approved, among other things, the Proposed Amalgamation, announced on August 20, 2025 which will involve a Reverse Takeover (“RTO”) of BWR by Electro (the “Transaction”). BWR Voting Results Shareholders holding a total of 32,800,400 common shares of BWR attended the AGM in person or were represented by proxy, representing approximately 29.68% of the 110,510,461 common shares issued and outstanding.   The Shareholders voted 100% in favour of i) appointment of the auditors; ii) election of the directors, Neil Novak, George Duguay, Earl Coleman, Norman Brewster and Felix Lee; iii) the Amalgamation; iv) the Shares for Debt Transaction; v) the...

Combined organization secures four new operator wins within three months, signaling strong market momentum Expanded portfolio strengthens support for 70+ operators across 40+ countries with more than 1,000 specialists worldwide HELSINKI, Finland and TORONTO, Dec. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Qvantel Oy (“Qvantel” or the “Purchaser”), a global leader in digital BSS and monetization and telecom solutions, today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Optiva Inc. (“Optiva”) (TSX:OPT), pursuant to a previously announced statutory plan of arrangement under the Canada Business Corporations Act. The combined company now serves more than 70 operators in over 40 countries and is supported by a global workforce of more than 1,000 professionals across 30 locations. Early market response has been positive, with four new customer...

Not for distribution to U.S. newswire services or dissemination in the United States TORONTO, Dec. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Galantas Gold Corporation (TSX-V & AIM: GAL; OTCQB: GALKF) (“Galantas” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that the Company has completed its previously announced acquisition (the “Transaction”) of all of the issued and outstanding shares of RDL Mining Corp. (“RDL”) in exchange for common shares of Galantas (“Galantas Shares”), pursuant to a share purchase agreement among Galantas and the former shareholders of RDL, being Lawrence Roulston, Robert Sedgemore and Dorian L. (Dusty) Nicol (collectively, the “RDL Shareholders”). In addition, Galantas announces that it has closed (i) its previously announced private placement (the “Brokered Offering”) of 186,250,000 units of the Company (each, a “Unit”)...

ATLANTA, Dec. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MOERIS LAKE CAPITAL, together with IRON STREET CAPITAL and ALLIANCE VENTURE PARTNERS, have acquired 52 residential condominium units in a well-established community in the Buckhead area of Atlanta, Georgia. This acquisition represents a strategic, long-term investment focused on enhancing property operations, strengthening association financials, and supporting quality living standards within the community. The investment group plans to work collaboratively with the existing condominium association and residents to maintain the property’s integrity, improve shared amenities, and prioritize responsible reserve funding for future maintenance and improvements. “Our intention is to serve as long-term stewards of this community, investing in ways that preserve stability and value,” said Todd...

TORONTO, Dec. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Labrador Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LAB | OTCQB: NKOSF | FNR: 2N6) (“LabGold” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that, further to its press release of December 8, 2025 (the “COB Press Release”), it has acquired 16,666,667 Subscription Receipts (the “Northern Shield Financing”) of Northern Shield Resources Inc. (“Northern Shield”) at $0.06 per Subscription Receipt for an investment of $1,000,000.02 (the “Initial Investment Funds”) pursuant to a subscription agreement dated December 5, 2025. The Initial Investment Funds are held in escrow and the release of the funds to Northern Shield will be conditional upon receipt of LabGold shareholder and regulatory approval to its proposed change of business from a pure exploration company to an exploration and investment issuer (the “Escrow Release...

ISS recommends “The cash consideration represents a substantial premium over the unaffected market price, providing immediate value and certainty to shareholders. The market reaction has been positive, and the valuation appears credible.” Glass Lewis recommends “The transaction is based on reasonable financial terms that appear to be fair and favorable for the Company’s shareholders, and the proposed arrangement represents an attractive opportunity at which shareholders can realize fair value, full liquidity, and certainty for their investments.” Your vote is important no matter how many shares you hold. The Board of Directors of Probe Gold unanimously recommends that shareholders vote FOR the Arrangement Resolution in connection with the proposed plan of arrangement with Fresnillo. Shareholders who have questions or need assistance...