COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gold.com, Inc. (NYSE:GOLD) (“Gold.com” or the “Company”), a fully-integrated alternative assets platform offering an extensive range of precious metals, numismatic coins and collectibles, today announced that its majority owned subsidiary Spectrum Wine Auctions LLC (“Spectrum Wine”) has acquired Orange County, CA-based Wine Cellar Club (“WCC”).
Founded in 1992, WCC operates two climate-controlled facilities that permit collectors and investors to securely store wine. The acquisition expands Spectrum Wine’s wine storage capacity to approximately 1.5 million bottles (125,000 cases) across almost 75,000 square feet of facilities in Orange County and Hong Kong.
The transaction makes Spectrum Wine one of the largest operators of professionally managed wine-storage facilities in the United States and builds upon its 2025 acquisition of the Wine Exchange, a highly regarded Orange County retailer. Spectrum Wine operates retail stores in Newport Beach and Santa Ana, California, and offers auctions of highly sought-after wines via www.SpectrumWine.com.
“Wine Cellar Club is a strategic and highly complementary addition to our growing platform and we are excited to welcome the company and its valued customers to the Spectrum Wine family,” said Jason Boland, President of Spectrum Wine. “We look forward to preserving the personal service and community they value while offering access to Spectrum Wine’s global marketplace and deep product expertise.”
About Spectrum Wine
Headquartered in Santa Ana, California, Spectrum Wine is a global marketplace for buying, selling, and storing fine and rare vintage wines and spirits. Founded in 2009, Spectrum connects collectors, bidders, and consignors worldwide through live and online auctions, retail sales, professional storage, collection services, and logistics. Spectrum Wine operates more than 73,000 square feet of professional wine-storage space across facilities in Santa Ana, Newport Beach, Irvine, and Hong Kong.
About Gold.com, Inc.
Gold.com builds on gold’s storied history and heritage to define the future of alternative asset management. Founded in 1965, Gold.com offers comprehensive solutions for all aspects of the precious metals (gold, silver, platinum, and palladium) and collectibles (including rare coins and currency) value chains. Its vertically integrated platform combines market expertise with state-of-the-art logistics, financing, and minting capabilities to serve customers, collectors, and institutional clients globally.
Gold.com’s direct-to-consumer marketplace, anchored by flagship brands JMBullion.com, Stack’s Bowers Galleries, GovMint.com, Monex Precious Metals, and Goldline, has served millions of customers. The Company’s trading and wholesale sales platform, which operates as A-Mark Precious Metals, maintains distribution and finance focused relationships with a network of sovereign and private mints and has been an “authorized purchaser” of the United States Mint since 1986. This platform is supported by the Company’s minting and refining operations which include Sunshine Minting and Silver Towne Mint, whose facilities can collectively produce in excess of three million ounces of finished precious metals products per week. Gold.com’s Collateral Finance Corporation secured lending subsidiary, CFCGoldLoans.com, extends bullion, numismatic, and graded sports card loans, while A-Mark Global Logistics supports the Company’s operations with airport-adjacent distribution centers and IRA-approved storage depositories.
Gold.com is headquartered in Costa Mesa, California, and operates across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Learn more at www.gold.com.
Gold.com periodically provides information for investors on its corporate website, www.gold.com and its investor relations website, ir.gold.com. This includes press releases and other information about financial performance, reports filed or furnished with the SEC, information on corporate governance, and investor presentations.
Company Contact:
Steve Reiner, Executive Vice President, Capital Markets & Investor Relations Gold.com, Inc. 1-310-587-1410 sreiner@gold.com
Two-day conference features keynotes, customer showcases, hands-on masterclasses, and industry tracks for Healthcare and for Banking, Financial Services & Insurance
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — eGain (NASDAQ: EGAN), the AI knowledge platform for customer engagement and employee productivity, today unveiled the full agenda and speaker lineup for Solve26, its premier conference for AI, customer experience (CX), and knowledge management (KM) leaders, taking place next week, October 13–14, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago. The finalized program brings together practitioners, executives, and industry experts around a single theme: building the trusted knowledge foundations that enterprise AI depends on.
Across two days, Solve26 will feature keynotes, customer showcases, hands-on masterclasses, and technical deep-dives. Day 1 will center on keynotes and customer stories — including sessions such as “Knowledge is the Instruction for AI” and the role of ontologies in LLM automation — while Day 2 will turn to practitioner tracks including AI Knowledge Ops, Agentic Studio and AI Agents, and AI Knowledge Engineering, plus industry-specific programming for Healthcare and for Banking, Financial Services & Insurance.
Featured speakers will include eGain chairman and CEO Ashu Roy, Frank Coyle of UC Berkeley, alongside customer leaders from Country Financial, Healthfirst, Rogue Credit Union, Worldpay/Global Payments, Florida Blue, and Philip Morris International, who will share how they are operationalizing knowledge for AI across customer service and operations.
“Every enterprise is now investing in AI, and the hardest part isn’t the model — it’s the trusted knowledge underneath it,” said Ashu Roy, chairman and CEO of eGain. “Solve26 brings together the people doing this work so they can learn what AI-ready knowledge really takes from the organizations that are already getting it right.”
Day 1 will also feature a session by Amy Machado, Research Director at IDC, on enterprise knowledge management maturity. In the underlying study of 520 organizations, 95% are now “evaluating, piloting, or actively running AI within their KM processes,” yet the payoff is uneven — “on every business impact metric … leaders report roughly 2X improvement” over laggards.
Source: IDC White Paper, sponsored by eGain, The Knowledge Foundation That Unlocks Enterprise AI Success, Doc #US60926, October 2026.
The full agenda and registration are available at https://www.egain.com/egain-solve-26-chicago/.
About eGain
eGain is a leading provider of AI-powered knowledge management and customer experience automation solutions and was named a Leader in the Gartner inaugural Magic Quadrant for Customer Service Knowledge Management Systems. With over 25 years of experience in knowledge management, eGain helps enterprises unify siloed content, automate trusted knowledge workflows, and deliver measurable AI-ROI through proven frameworks and methods. Global 2000 companies across industries rely on eGain to transform customer service, improve employee productivity, reduce costs, and accelerate AI adoption. Visit www.eGain.com for more information.
Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Customer Service Knowledge Management Systems, Pri Rathnayake, Jennifer MacIntosh, Patrick Quinlan, Drew Kraus, 16 July 2026.
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Platform Designed to Connect Lead Generation, CRM, Quoting, Pricing, Freight and Order Processing; Integration into GrowGen Sales Operations Planned for 2027
DENVER, Oct. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GrowGeneration Corp. (NASDAQ: GRWG) (“GrowGeneration,” “GrowGen” or “the Company”), one of the nation’s largest suppliers of specialty products for controlled environment agriculture (CEA), commercial cultivation, and garden centers, today announced it has completed the acquisition of certain assets of Order Junky, a digital B2B ordering, CRM and sales platform, which the Company expects to integrate into its commercial sales operations in 2027.
Building an Integrated Transactional Sales Platform
This acquisition supports GrowGen’s strategic transformation into a commercial, proprietary-brand-driven business. Order Junky’s platform is designed to streamline commercial sales organization by connecting the major components of the sales process, including lead generation and customer relationship management, throughout quoting, pricing, freight calculation, order processing and ongoing account management. Once integrated and deployed, the tools can help customers transact with GrowGen quicker and more cost-efficiently, enabling GrowGen to generate, manage and close business more quickly.
“Adding Order Junky’s innovative platform directly into GrowGen’s existing infrastructure simplifies the path from lead to order,” said Darren Lampert, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of GrowGeneration. “GrowGen already has the customers, sales organization, product portfolio, proprietary brands and distribution organization. Now with these expanded technology capabilities, our goal is to build a more efficient, scalable and customer-centric commercial sales structure to accelerate our growth.”
The acquisition also includes AI sales enablement and automation capabilities. GrowGen intends to evaluate these capabilities and where appropriate, test and deploy them at selected points within its commercial sales workflow. During the remainder of 2026, the Company expects to focus on evaluating the Order Junky platform and planning its integration, and currently expects to begin deploying the acquired technology into its existing technology stack and commercial sales infrastructure in 2027.
“Our vision is to create a more unified transactional platform around the salesperson and the customer,” said Michael Salaman, President and Co-Founder of GrowGeneration. “Lead generation, CRM, quoting, pricing, freight and ordering should work together as a more seamless process. Our focus for the rest of 2026 will be on integrating the Order Junky platform within our existing systems, with deployment expected in 2027. During the remainder of 2026, we will also evaluate where AI-enabled capabilities can most effectively improve the sales process.”
Experienced Hydroponic Industry Leadership
In connection with the transaction, John Paul, founder of Order Junky, has joined GrowGeneration as Vice President of Inside Sales & Digital Commerce and will lead the continued development, integration and deployment of the platform, as well as GrowGen’s inside sales capabilities.
John Paul brings extensive experience across the hydroponic and commercial cultivation industries. His experience across hydroponic distribution, commercial cultivation, construction, services and technology contributed to the development of Order Junky and its focus on simplifying complex commercial transactions. Earlier in his career, he held positions with Hydrofarm and Sunlight Supply, which included working directly with hydroponic retailers, commercial cultivators and manufacturers. He later founded and developed businesses serving commercial cultivation through equipment distribution, staffing, facility construction and related services.
“I’ve spent much of my career working with growers, manufacturers, distributors and hydroponic businesses and seen firsthand how fragmented the commercial purchasing process can be,” said John Paul, Vice President of Inside Sales & Digital Commerce at GrowGeneration. “Order Junky was specifically built to address that problem. Combining the platform with GrowGen’s commercial sales organization, product portfolio, distribution capabilities and customer base gives us an opportunity to develop a much more efficient way for customers to do business.”
About GrowGeneration Corp:
GrowGen is one of the nation’s largest suppliers of specialty products for controlled environment agriculture (CEA), commercial cultivation, and garden centers. GrowGen carries and sells thousands of products, such as nutrients, additives, growing media, lighting, environmental control systems, and benching and racking, including proprietary brands such as Char Coir, Drip Hydro, Power Si, Ion lights, The Harvest Company, and more. The Company also operates an online superstore for cultivators at growgeneration.com, as well as a wholesale business for resellers, and a benching, racking, and storage solutions business, MMI Storage Solutions.
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Forward Looking Statements
This press release may include predictions, estimates or other information that might be considered forward-looking within the meaning of applicable securities laws. While these forward-looking statements represent current judgments, they are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which reflect opinions only as of the date of this release. Please keep in mind that the Company does not have an obligation to revise or publicly release the results of any revision to these forward-looking statements in light of new information or future events. When used herein, words such as “look forward,” “expect,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “goal,” “can,” or variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements in this press release include, among others, statements regarding the expected timing, scope and benefits of integrating the Order Junky platform and related personnel, the evaluation and potential deployment of AI-enabled capabilities, and the anticipated impact of the acquisition on the Company’s commercial sales operations and financial results. Risks and uncertainties relating to these statements include that integration may take longer, cost more or be more difficult than expected; that the platform may not perform as anticipated within the Company’s systems; and that the anticipated benefits of the acquisition may not be realized in full or at all. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated in any forward-looking statements made by us herein are often discussed in filings made with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, available at: www.sec.gov, and on the Company’s website, at: www.growgeneration.com.
Investor Relations: KCSA Strategic Communications Philip Carlson, Managing Director T: 212-896-1233 GrowGen@KCSA.com
1 keV result announced jointly with the UKAEA and accompanied by meaningful ion heating
General Fusion Achieves World-First 1 keV Electron Temperature Milestone on its Path to Commercial Fusion Power
1 keV result announced jointly with the UKAEA and accompanied by meaningful ion heating
General Fusion’s 1 keV Plasma Compression
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — General Fusion Group Ltd. (NASDAQ: GFUZ) (“General Fusion” or the “Company”) has achieved a world-first compressional plasma heating result with its large-scale Lawson Machine 26 (“LM26”) demonstration, a key milestone on its path to commercialize fusion energy. Using Magnetized Target Fusion (“MTF”), the Company has reached electron temperatures exceeding 12 million degrees Celsius, more than 1 keV, measured with both Thomson scattering and absolute extreme ultraviolet (“AXUV”) diagnostics, and accompanied by meaningful ion heating. This world-first result for General Fusion’s practical approach to fusion marks a major step forward on the Company’s plan to deliver reliable baseload, economical clean power from fusion energy.
The gold-standard Thomson scattering result, measured in collaboration with the UK Atomic Energy Authority (“UKAEA”), is detailed in a joint release issued today by the two organizations and a technical paper co-authored by UKAEA that is being concurrently posted on General Fusion’s website and submitted for peer review. The Company’s AXUV temperature measurement and ion heating results are detailed in a separate technical paper, also available on General Fusion’s website and submitted for peer review.
The combined results provide further confidence in the Company’s core MTF technology principles and achieve the first of three key technical milestones for LM26. Its next major milestone on its path to commercial power: compressional heating to 10 keV. Planned upgrades to LM26 are now underway for this next milestone.
Path to Commercialization
As a technology, General Fusion’s MTF aims to achieve fusion in a practical and economical way, avoiding superconducting magnets and high-powered lasers, and using a liquid metal wall which enables the use of existing materials and, ultimately, durable machines. It is designed to solve significant long-standing barriers to commercializing fusion energy at a time when demand for reliable, scalable electricity is surging, and nations around the world are racing to bring fusion power to the grid.
General Fusion’s LM26 program was designed to reach three key technical milestones on the path to a first-of-a-kind fusion plant in the next decade. Upgrades to the LM26 machine are now underway to support higher plasma compression ratios required to achieve the second milestone of 10 keV. From there, the program will advance toward its third milestone, the Lawson criterion, which is the combination of temperature, density, and energy confinement time required for net fusion energy in the plasma. Additionally, the Company is preparing to start its commercial systems program to advance key systems and components for a commercial plant. This step-by-step approach is designed to de-risk the path to practical fusion power and support the Company’s goal to begin operating a first-of-a-kind plant around 2035.
Key Technical Highlights
Using an industry-recognized, gold-standard Thomson scattering diagnostic, General Fusion measured electron temperatures of approximately 1.1 keV, or 12.6 million degrees Celsius, just prior to peak compression, a result measured with UKAEA and detailed in a paper co-authored by General Fusion and UKAEA.
In addition, the Company’s AXUV diagnostic data closely aligned with the Thomson scattering heating trend and measured electron temperatures of approximately 1.2 keV, or 13.7 million degrees Celsius, during peak compression, a deeper point at which Thomson scattering measurement is not available.
During compression, the Company also observed ion heating to approximately 0.46 keV, up to a twofold increase above starting ion temperature. Ion temperature is inferred through both a measurement of neutron yield and plasma density profile and through time-dependent reconstruction of diagnostic data.
Plasma temperature, density, and magnetic field all increased as expected for a stable plasma under compression, providing further confidence in the Company’s core MTF technology principles and its next key technical milestone: compressional heating to 10 keV.
A World-First for Practical Fusion Technology
Only a few fusion companies have achieved the key milestone of 1 keV, all using other approaches. LM26 is the first fusion machine in the world to achieve 1 keV with practical low-speed compression. The Company’s approach uses MTF to heat magnetically confined plasma through relatively low-speed compression (milliseconds) as compared to other types of plasma compression technologies (microseconds or nanoseconds). This compression is achieved with a metal wall, rather than high-powered lasers or other methods operating in physical extremes. This method and speed of compression is advantageous for the commercialization of fusion power and, ultimately, its economics: it means less required power, less complexity, and less cost. It also means, in General Fusion’s commercial design, a liquid metal wall can protect the machine from neutrons, breed fuel, and efficiently capture heat to create steam and spin a turbine, the technology’s key commercialization advantages. This 1 keV achievement is a key step toward the Company’s ultimate commercial approach.
Global Collaboration
General Fusion has spent more than two decades developing its fusion technology in Canada, with support from the Government of Canada’s Strategic Response Fund and other programs that have been instrumental to the Company’s progress. General Fusion has also worked with UKAEA to develop the diagnostic systems behind this result, described further in today’s joint news release with UKAEA. General Atomics Energy Group is also advising on the diagnostic system required for the Company’s next milestone.
Quotes
“Reaching more than 1 keV on LM26, alongside confirmed ion heating and corroborating AXUV data, is an important step forward for General Fusion and a meaningful validation of the approach we have spent more than two decades developing. It shows that we are delivering against the technical roadmap we set out for LM26 and gives us greater confidence as we advance toward our next target of 10 keV, the Lawson criterion and practical and economical fusion power at commercial scale. Congratulations to our incredible team, who achieved an industry-defining result on our path to deliver cost-effective, practical fusion energy.”
— Greg Twinney, Chief Executive Officer, General Fusion
“General Fusion’s latest achievement underscores Canada’s strength as a global leader in clean technology innovation. Advancing fusion energy from the laboratory toward commercial application will unlock significant economic opportunities, drive industrial growth, and support highly skilled jobs. This milestone highlights the value of supporting Canadian champions that are transforming bold ideas into solutions and will ensure Canada can lead and compete in emerging global energy markets.”
— The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
About General Fusion
General Fusion (NASDAQ: GFUZ) is a fusion technology development company. The Company aims to deliver economical, carbon-free fusion energy through its practical Magnetized Target Fusion (“MTF”) technology, an engineering-driven approach to fusion energy. General Fusion’s commercialization program is anchored by LM26, the world’s first commercially relevant-scale MTF demonstration machine. The Company is working toward the commercial deployment of fusion power in the mid-2030s. General Fusion is the first publicly listed fusion company and TIME’s No. 1 GreenTech Company of 2026. For more information, visit generalfusion.com or follow General Fusion on LinkedIn, YouTube, and X.
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This communication includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the U.S. federal securities laws and “forward looking information” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws (collectively, “forward-looking statements”). All statements other than statements of historical facts contained herein are forward-looking statements. Any statements that refer to projections, forecasts, or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are also forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by words such as “estimate,” “plan,” “project,” “forecast,” “intend,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “seek,” “strategy,” “future,” “opportunity,” “may,” “target,” “should,” “will,” “would,” “will be,” “will continue,” “will likely result,” “preliminary,” or similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding its ability to commercialize Magnetized Target Fusion (“MTF”) or any other fusion technology on its expected timeline or at all; statements regarding the current and expected results of the LM26 program, the Company’s plan to operate a first-of-a-kind plant around 2035; statements regarding the expected market opportunity for fusion energy, as well as any information concerning possible or assumed future results of operations or financial position of the Company.
These forward-looking statements are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to serve as, and must not be relied on as, a guarantee, an assurance, a prediction or a definitive statement of fact or probability. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties that may cause actual results or performance to be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the risk that the technical results disclosed herein are not accepted or validated by the broader scientific community (including that the peer review process is unsuccessful); the risk that prior results are not successfully repeated on a larger scale; the risk that the scientific and technical assumptions underlying the results described herein prove to be incorrect; the risk that our relationship with the UKAEA and others deteriorates or terminates, the risk that recent technical results do not prove to be as significant to the operation of LM26 as expected; the risk that the anticipated cost of funding the LM26 program across several planned technical milestones through the end of 2028 is greater than anticipated and additional capital needed by the Company may not be raised on favorable terms, or at all, including as a result of the restrictions agreed to in connection with the private placement the Company closed on July 10, 2026; the risk of adverse changes in general economic, financial market and geopolitical conditions, including conditions affecting capital markets and the clean energy sector; the risk that we are unable to develop, demonstrate and commercialize MTF technology on the expected timeline or at all, including any failure to achieve the balance of technical objectives of the LM26 program; the risk that we are unable to begin operating a first-of-a-kind plant around 2035, or at all; the risk that fusion energy does not gain public acceptance, the risk that the scientific and technical assumptions upon which the Company’s MTF technology is based do not prove to be correct, risks associated with the Company’s status as a development-stage company with a history of losses, no revenue from commercial fusion energy operations and no assurance of achieving profitability; the risk that our competitors develop viable fusion technology sooner than we do, the risk of supply chain disruptions, the risk that key technical material and service inputs may not be available when required on reasonable terms or at all, the risk that we are unable to attract and retain qualified personnel with highly technical expertise, the risk that we are subject to negative publicity, the risk that our assessment of the total addressable market for fusion energy is incorrect, the risk of changes in the laws and regulations governing the Company’s research and development activities and in the regulation of fusion energy generally; the risk of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates, particularly fluctuations in the Canadian dollar relative to the U.S. dollar; the risk that the Company is unable to complete and successfully integrate any future acquisitions; the risk of increased competition from other fusion energy companies and from other clean energy, conventional energy and energy storage technologies; the risk of accidents, earthquake, fires, floods and other natural disasters, the risk that our information technology fails, the risk that our operating expenses are materially higher than forecast, the risk that we are unable to remediate material weaknesses in our internal controls or identify additional material weaknesses in the future, the risk that we are unable to adequately protect or enforce our intellectual property rights, the risk of third party claims that we are infringing or violating another person’s intellectual property rights, the risk that our intellectual property applications are not granted, the risk of a cyber event or privacy breach resulting in an interruption in operations or financial loss, the risk that the trading in our securities may be volatile due to limited volume and the release of a substantial number of Subordinate Voting Shares from a lock-up expiring 180 days after the closing date of our business combination in July 2026; the risk of substantial dilution upon a reduction in the exercise or conversion price of the Multiple Voting Shares and PIPE warrants issued in July 2026 in accordance with the terms thereof; the effectiveness of our internal controls and disclosure controls and procedures; risks arising as a result from the limited experience of certain members of our management team in operating a public company; the risk that the period during which we will qualify as an emerging growth company under the JOBS Act is reduced; and the risk of litigation, governmental or regulatory proceedings, investigations or inquiries.
The foregoing list is not exhaustive, and there may be additional risks that the Company does not know or currently believes are immaterial. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors, any other factors discussed herein and in the other filings by the Company with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission including those described under the heading “Risk Factors.” If any of these risks materialize or assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements.
These forward-looking statements are based on a number of estimates and assumptions that we believe are reasonable when made including but not limited to: that none of the risks identified above materialize; that there are no unforeseen changes to economic and market conditions, and that no significant events occur outside the ordinary course of business.
In addition, these statements reflect the expectations, plans, and forecasts of the Company’s management as of the date of this communication; subsequent events and developments may cause their assessments to change. While the Company may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, they specifically disclaim any obligation to do so, unless required by applicable securities laws. Accordingly, undue reliance should not be placed upon these statements.
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MANCHESTER, N.H., Oct. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALGM) today announced it plans to release financial results for its second quarter fiscal year 2027 prior to the market open on Thursday, October 29, 2026. Following the press release, Mike Doogue, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Derek D’Antilio, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will host a conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the Company’s results and business outlook.
Analysts and investors are invited to join the conference call using the following information:
Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2027 Earnings Conference Call Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026 Time: 8:30 a.m. ET Live Webcast Link: Click Here Dial-in Participant Registration Link: Click Here
Advanced registration is required for dial-in participants. Please complete the linked registration form above to receive a dial-in number and dedicated PIN for accessing the conference call.
A live and archived audio webcast of the conference call will also be accessible for at least 90 days on the Company’s website at www.allegromicro.com/investors in the Events & Presentations section.
About Allegro MicroSystems
Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. is leveraging more than three decades of expertise in magnetic sensing and power ICs to propel electrification, automation, AI data center, and robotics forward with solutions that enhance efficiency, performance and sustainability. Allegro’s commitment to quality drives transformation across industries, reinforcing our status as a pioneer in “automotive-grade” technology and a partner in our customers’ success. For additional information, visit https://www.allegromicro.com/en/.
Contact: Jalene Hoover VP of IR & Corporate Communications Phone: +1 512 751 6526 jhoover@allegromicro.com
PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)
1.KEY INFORMATION
(a)Full name of discloser:
Man Group PLC
(b)Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a): The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named.
(c)Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates: Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree
Vesuvius plc
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(e)Date position held/dealing undertaken: For an opening position disclosure, state the latest practicable date prior to the disclosure
07/10/2026
(f)In addition to the company in 1(c) above, is the discloser making disclosures in respect of any other party to the offer?
YES Offeror: RHI Magnestia N.V.
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(a)Interests and short positions in the relevant securities of the offeror or offeree to which the disclosure relates following the dealing (if any)
Class of relevant security:
10p ordinary
Interests
Short positions
Number
%
Number
%
(1)Relevant securities owned and/or controlled:
14,581,755
5.87
(2)Cash-settled derivatives:
1,003,291
0.40
499,224
0.20
(3)Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell:
TOTAL:
15,585,046
6.27
499,224
0.20
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Details of any open stock-settled derivative positions (including traded options), or agreements to purchase or sell relevant securities, should be given on a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions).
(b)Rights to subscribe for new securities (including directors’ and other employee options)
Class of relevant security in relation to which subscription right exists:
Details, including nature of the rights concerned and relevant percentages:
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The currency of all prices and other monetary amounts should be stated.
(a)Purchases and sales
Class of relevant security
Purchase/sale
Number of securities
Price per unit
10p ordinary
Sale
102,697
4.5252 GBP
(b)Cash-settled derivative transactions
Class of relevant security
Product description e.g. CFD
Nature of dealing e.g. opening/closing a long/short position, increasing/reducing a long/short position
(d)Other dealings (including subscribing for new securities)
Class of relevant security
Nature of dealing e.g. subscription, conversion
Details
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Details of any indemnity or option arrangement, or any agreement or understanding, formal or informal, relating to relevant securities which may be an inducement to deal or refrain from dealing entered into by the person making the disclosure and any party to the offer or any person acting in concert with a party to the offer:
None
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None
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Is a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) attached?
NO
Date of disclosure:
08/10/2026
Contact name:
Graham Keene
Telephone number:
+44 20 7144 2259
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Order includes Net Pods and integration support to add net interception capabilities to a drone interceptor platform designed for critical infrastructure and strategic site protection
KFAR SABA, Israel, Oct. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ParaZero Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: PRZO) (“ParaZero” or the “Company”), an aerospace defense company pioneering smart, autonomous solutions for the global manned and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) industry, today announced receipt of an initial order from a new U.S.-based defense manufacturer for DefendAir Net Pods and related integration support.
The customer develops drone detection and interception technologies and holds contracts to protect critical infrastructure and strategic sites. The order supports the integration of ParaZero’s DefendAir Net Pods into the customer’s drone interceptor platform, adding non-explosive net interception alongside its existing hit-to-kill capability.
The integration is intended to connect the customer’s detection and tracking capabilities with DefendAir’s physical interception technology, providing an additional engagement option for countering hostile drones. ParaZero will supply Net Pods and technical support for the integration process.
The initial order expands ParaZero’s footprint in the U.S. counter-UAS market and reflects demand for adaptable interception technologies that can be integrated into third-party defense platforms.
“Protecting critical infrastructure and strategic sites requires the ability to detect a drone threat and act to stop it,” said Ariel Alon, Chief Executive Officer of ParaZero. “This initial order expands our U.S. footprint through a new platform integration, adding DefendAir’s non-explosive net interception to the customer’s existing capabilities. Our Net Pods and integration support provide the foundation for that work.”
DefendAir uses net-based physical interception to stop hostile drones at the last defensive layer. Its Net Pods support integration into multiple platforms, enabling manufacturers to incorporate ParaZero’s interception technology into their counter-UAS systems.
The DefendAir product family will be showcased at ParaZero’s booth at the AUSA Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C., October 12–14, within the SIBAT (Israeli Ministry of Defense) National Defense Pavilion, Booth #739.
About ParaZero Technologies
ParaZero Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: PRZO) is an aerospace defense company pioneering smart, autonomous solutions for the global manned and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) industry.
Founded in 2014 by aviation professionals and drone industry veterans, ParaZero develops intelligent, mission-ready technologies for defense and advanced aerial applications.
The Company’s DefendAir product family provides a controlled, non-explosive, net-based physical interception capability designed for integration across personal, mobile, autonomous and fixed-site Counter-UAS systems.
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act and other securities laws. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release include, but are not limited to, statements regarding ParaZero’s strategic and business plans, technology, relationships, objectives and expectations for its business, growth, the impact of trends on and interest in its business, intellectual property, products and its future results, operations and financial performance and condition and may be identified by the use of words such as “may,” “seek,” “will,” “consider,” “likely,” “assume,” “estimate,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “believe,” “do not believe,” “aim,” “predict,” “plan,” “project,” “continue,” “potential,” “guidance,” “objective,” “outlook,” “trends,” “future,” “could,” “would,” “should,” “target,” “on track” or their negatives or variations, and similar terminology and words of similar import, generally involve future or forward-looking statements. For example, the Company is using forward-looking statements when it discusses the proposed integration of DefendAir Net Pods into the customer’s drone interceptor platform; the anticipated capabilities, development, testing and potential applications of the integrated platform; the Company’s provision of integration support; the potential benefits of the integration; the potential demand for and broader adoption of DefendAir by defense manufacturers and system integrators; the Company’s expectation that the order may expand its footprint in the U.S. counter-UAS market; its belief that the order reflects demand for adaptable interception technologies; and the potential for DefendAir technologies to be integrated into third-party defense platforms; and the planned showcase of the DefendAir product family at the AUSA Annual Meeting. Forward-looking statements are not historical facts, and are based upon management’s current expectations, beliefs and projections, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain. Such expectations, beliefs and projections are expressed in good faith. However, there can be no assurance that management’s expectations, beliefs and projections will be achieved, and actual results may differ materially from what is expressed in or indicated by the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual performance or results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements. For a more detailed description of the risks and uncertainties affecting the Company, reference is made to the Company’s reports filed from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including, but not limited to, the risks detailed in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC on March 26, 2026. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date the statements are made. The Company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect actual results, subsequent events or circumstances, changes in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting forward-looking information except to the extent required by applicable securities laws. If the Company does update one or more forward-looking statements, no inference should be drawn that the Company will make additional updates with respect thereto or with respect to other forward-looking statements. References and links to websites have been provided as a convenience, and the information contained on such websites is not incorporated by reference into this press release. ParaZero is not responsible for the content of third-party websites.
General Fusion completes the first major technical milestone of its LM26 program with world-first fusion result co-authored by the UKAEA
General Fusion, UKAEA Announce Magnetized Target Fusion Milestone
General Fusion completes the first major technical milestone of its LM26 program with world-first fusion result co-authored by the UKAEA
General Fusion’s 1 keV Plasma Compression
VANCOUVER, British Columbia and OXFORD, England, Oct. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — General Fusion Group Ltd. (NASDAQ: GFUZ) (“General Fusion” or the “Company”), a leading fusion company, has achieved a historic compressional plasma heating result with its large-scale Lawson Machine 26 (“LM26”) demonstration. Using Magnetized Target Fusion (“MTF”), the Company reached electron temperatures exceeding 12 million degrees Celsius – more than 1 keV. The results were co-published by the UK Atomic Energy Authority (“UKAEA”), the UK’s national fusion laboratory, and measured using gold-standard Thomson scattering methods.
Only a few fusion companies have surpassed the industry-recognized milestone of 1 keV, all using other fusion approaches. This world-first result for General Fusion’s MTF approach marks a measurable step forward for the Company in its aim to deliver baseload, economical clean power from fusion energy.
The 1.1 keV electron heating (12.6 million degrees Celsius) result was measured just prior to peak compression and is detailed in a technical paper co-authored by UKAEA that is being concurrently posted on General Fusion’s website and submitted for peer review.
Scientific Progress
As a technology, General Fusion’s MTF aims to achieve fusion in a practical and economical way, using a liquid metal wall which enables the use of existing materials and, ultimately, durable machines. It also allows the Company’s design to avoid superconducting magnets and high-powered lasers. The approach is designed to solve significant long-standing barriers to commercializing fusion energy at a time when electricity demand is surging, and nations around the world are racing to bring fusion power to the grid.
General Fusion’s LM26 program is designed to reach key technical milestones on the path to a first-of-a-kind fusion plant in the next decade. LM26 is the first fusion machine in the world to achieve 1 keV with low-speed compression. Using MTF, the Company heats magnetically confined plasma through compression in milliseconds as compared to other types of plasma compression technologies in microseconds or nanoseconds. In LM26, this compression is achieved with a solid metal wall, rather than high-powered lasers or other methods operating in physical extremes. Achieving 1 keV through practical, low-speed compression is unique to General Fusion and is a key step toward its ultimate commercial approach.
Upcoming LM26 Milestones
General Fusion is advancing its LM26 program as part of its phased commercialization plan. Upgrades to the LM26 machine are now underway to support higher plasma compression ratios ahead of the Company’s next targeted 10 keV milestone. The LM26 program will then advance toward the Lawson criterion, the combination of temperature, density, and energy confinement time required for net fusion energy in the plasma. This program is designed to de-risk the path to practical fusion power and support the Company’s goal to begin operating a first-of-a-kind plant around 2035.
UKAEA Expertise in Fusion Diagnostics
The findings were made possible through UKAEA’s expertise in plasma diagnostics. Drawing on decades of experience operating fusion facilities such as the Joint European Torus (JET) and flagship machine, MAST Upgrade, UKAEA has internationally recognised expertise in plasma diagnostics, the systems used to measure and understand the behaviour of fusion plasmas.
Measuring plasma temperature is a complex process. In fusion research, scientists use a laser-based technique called Thomson scattering to do this. They shine a laser through the plasma and analyse how the light scatters from the particles inside it. This lets them accurately measure how hot the plasma is, without disturbing it. This way of measuring plasma dates back to 1969 when UKAEA scientists collaborated with Russian researchers to record fusion temperatures above 10 million degrees Celsius. This breakthrough reshaped fusion research worldwide and established UKAEA as a leader in plasma diagnostics.
Measuring plasma conditions on LM26, and applying Thomson scattering, presented a significant technical challenge. The plasma is enclosed within a metal liner and compressed to a very small volume, severely limiting diagnostic access and visibility. Despite these constraints, diagnostic specialists from UKAEA and General Fusion jointly designed and commissioned a Thomson scattering system that successfully measured the plasma near peak compression conditions. One of the key components of the diagnostic system was a state-of-the-art polychromator designed and built by UKAEA at its newly established Diagnostic Innovation Centre of Excellence (DICE) facility at the Culham Campus in the UK. For General Fusion, the diagnostic provided critical measurements of plasma temperature and performance. This is one example of how UKAEA’s capability is helping to support the development of fusion technologies and delivering advanced diagnostic solutions for fusion programmes around the world.
Global Collaboration Advancing the Path to Commercialization
General Fusion has spent more than two decades developing its fusion technology in Canada, with support from the Government of Canada’s Strategic Response Fund and other programs that have been instrumental to the Company’s progress. The Company has also advanced its technology with leading fusion research organizations worldwide, including a long-standing collaboration with UKAEA to optimize diagnostic systems. The General Atomics Energy Group is also advising on the diagnostic system required for the Company’s next milestone.
Quotes
“General Fusion has a two-decade track record of achieving industry-first milestones in Magnetized Target Fusion supported by a substantial body of peer-reviewed scientific literature. We built LM26 to achieve important technical milestones that will help get us to a first-of-a-kind plant in the next decade, and step-by-step we are advancing on this path. Congratulations to our incredible team and thank you to UKAEA for our longstanding collaboration. Together, we’ve achieved an industry-defining result on the path to commercializing cost-effective, practical fusion energy.”
— Greg Twinney, Chief Executive Officer, General Fusion
“Achieving a plasma electron temperature of over 1 keV marks an important milestone for General Fusion since achieving hot electrons is a necessary step for proving fusion confinement concepts. This achievement reflects the tangible progress being made by General Fusion and others across a diverse set of fusion approaches in the private sector, while the collaboration with UKAEA, contributing its specialist expertise, highlights the value of robust public-private partnerships in broadly advancing fusion and sharing scientific results. It also continues a great tradition of international scientific collaboration: in 1969, a UK team used the then-new laser-based Thomson scattering technique to verify 1 keV electrons in a Russian tokamak, helping to establish what became the standard magnetic confinement concept. We now look forward to the outcome of the formal peer review process and the publication of the paper in Review of Scientific Instruments.”
— Professor Dennis Whyte, Chief Executive Officer, United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority
About General Fusion
General Fusion (NASDAQ: GFUZ) is a fusion technology development company. The Company aims to deliver economical, carbon-free fusion energy through its practical Magnetized Target Fusion (“MTF”) technology, an engineering-driven approach to fusion energy. General Fusion’s commercialization program is anchored by LM26, the world’s first commercially relevant-scale MTF demonstration machine. The Company is working toward the commercial deployment of fusion power in the mid-2030s. General Fusion is the first publicly listed fusion company and TIME’s No. 1 GreenTech Company of 2026. For more information, visit generalfusion.com or follow General Fusion on LinkedIn, YouTube, and X.
About the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority
Who we are
The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is the UK’s national fusion energy research organisation. We are an executive non-departmental public body of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ).
The work we do
UKAEA’s mission is to lead the delivery of sustainable fusion energy to maximise scientific and UK economic benefit. We do this by being technical experts, partnering with companies and the international research community.
At the core of UKAEA’s efforts is the operation of world-leading facilities that build a comprehensive knowledge base for fusion energy. By addressing and solving the challenges across the full lifecycle of fusion, and integrating solutions from various disciplines, we establish technical centres of excellence that serve as the foundation for future fusion power plant programmes.
UKAEA collaborates with its partners to develop fusion power plants by providing access to our skills, facilities and expertise. UKAEA owns UKFE Ltd on behalf of the UK government. Through UKFE Ltd, we’re spearheading the STEP Fusion programme to design and build the UK’s first prototype fusion energy power plant in Nottinghamshire.
To grow the fusion ecosystem, UKAEA focuses on cultivating skilled talent, growing the fusion industry and creating ‘innovation clusters’. We actively seek opportunities to advance fusion technologies and communicate its vast potential to stakeholders and the public alike to accelerate fusion energy’s future – the energy of tomorrow we need today.
If you are based in North America, you may also leave a toll-free voicemail at +1 (833) 717-1519. Callers outside North America can reach us at +1 (236) 253-6968.
This communication includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the U.S. federal securities laws and “forward looking information” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws (collectively, “forward-looking statements”). All statements other than statements of historical facts contained herein are forward-looking statements. Any statements that refer to projections, forecasts, or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are also forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by words such as “estimate,” “plan,” “project,” “forecast,” “intend,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “seek,” “strategy,” “future,” “opportunity,” “may,” “target,” “should,” “will,” “would,” “will be,” “will continue,” “will likely result,” “preliminary,” or similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding its ability to commercialize Magnetized Target Fusion (“MTF”) or any other fusion technology on its expected timeline or at all; statements regarding the current and expected results of the LM26 program, the Company’s plan to operate a first-of-a-kind plant around 2035; statements regarding the expected market opportunity for fusion energy, as well as any information concerning possible or assumed future results of operations or financial position of the Company.
These forward-looking statements are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to serve as, and must not be relied on as, a guarantee, an assurance, a prediction or a definitive statement of fact or probability. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties that may cause actual results or performance to be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the risk that the technical results disclosed herein are not accepted or validated by the broader scientific community (including that the peer review process is unsuccessful); the risk that prior results are not successfully repeated on a larger scale; the risk that the scientific and technical assumptions underlying the results described herein prove to be incorrect; the risk that our relationship with UKAEA and others deteriorates or terminates, the risk that recent technical results do not prove to be as significant to the operation of LM26 as expected; the risk that the anticipated cost of funding the LM26 program across several planned technical milestones through the end of 2028 is greater than anticipated and additional capital needed by the Company may not be raised on favorable terms, or at all, including as a result of the restrictions agreed to in connection with the private placement the Company closed on July 10, 2026; the risk of adverse changes in general economic, financial market and geopolitical conditions, including conditions affecting capital markets and the clean energy sector; the risk that we are unable to develop, demonstrate and commercialize MTF technology on the expected timeline or at all, including any failure to achieve the balance of technical objectives of the LM26 program; the risk that we are unable to begin operating a first-of-a-kind plant around 2035, or at all; the risk that fusion energy does not gain public acceptance, the risk that the scientific and technical assumptions upon which the Company’s MTF technology is based do not prove to be correct, risks associated with the Company’s status as a development-stage company with a history of losses, no revenue from commercial fusion energy operations and no assurance of achieving profitability; the risk that our competitors develop viable fusion technology sooner than we do, the risk of supply chain disruptions, the risk that key technical material and service inputs may not be available when required on reasonable terms or at all, the risk that we are unable to attract and retain qualified personnel with highly technical expertise, the risk that we are subject to negative publicity, the risk that our assessment of the total addressable market for fusion energy is incorrect, the risk of changes in the laws and regulations governing the Company’s research and development activities and in the regulation of fusion energy generally; the risk of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates, particularly fluctuations in the Canadian dollar relative to the U.S. dollar; the risk that the Company is unable to complete and successfully integrate any future acquisitions; the risk of increased competition from other fusion energy companies and from other clean energy, conventional energy and energy storage technologies; the risk of accidents, earthquake, fires, floods and other natural disasters, the risk that our information technology fails, the risk that our operating expenses are materially higher than forecast, the risk that we are unable to remediate material weaknesses in our internal controls or identify additional material weaknesses in the future, the risk that we are unable to adequately protect or enforce our intellectual property rights, the risk of third party claims that we are infringing or violating another person’s intellectual property rights, the risk that our intellectual property applications are not granted, the risk of a cyber event or privacy breach resulting in an interruption in operations or financial loss, the risk that the trading in our securities may be volatile due to limited volume and the release of a substantial number of Subordinate Voting Shares from a lock-up expiring 180 days after the closing date of our business combination in July 2026; the risk of substantial dilution upon a reduction in the exercise or conversion price of the Multiple Voting Shares and PIPE warrants issued in July 2026 in accordance with the terms thereof; the effectiveness of our internal controls and disclosure controls and procedures; risks arising as a result from the limited experience of certain members of our management team in operating a public company; the risk that the period during which we will qualify as an emerging growth company under the JOBS Act is reduced; and the risk of litigation, governmental or regulatory proceedings, investigations or inquiries.
The foregoing list is not exhaustive, and there may be additional risks that the Company does not know or currently believes are immaterial. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors, any other factors discussed herein and in the other filings by the Company with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission including those described under the heading “Risk Factors.” If any of these risks materialize or assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements.
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Growing Multifamily Demand Highlights Opportunity to Deliver Greater Convenience for Residents and a Distinctive, Highly Visible Amenity for Property Owners
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VenHub Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: VHUB) (“VenHub” or the “Company”), a leader in fully autonomous Smart Store technology, today announced plans for the first deployment of its Smart Store autonomous retail platform at Penn Lofts, a new 59-unit multifamily development in Bend, Oregon.
The deployment represents an important expansion of the VenHub Smart Store platform into the multifamily residential market, where the Company is seeing growing demand from developers and property owners seeking new ways to enhance the resident experience and differentiate their communities. By bringing convenient access to everyday products and essentials directly to where people live, VenHub aims to create value for both residents and multifamily owners.
For residents, a VenHub Smart Store offers the convenience of on-site shopping without a separate trip to a traditional store. For developers, owners and property managers, it provides a distinctive amenity that can strengthen a property’s appeal, support resident satisfaction and retention, and add a tangible point of differentiation to leasing and marketing efforts. As a highly visible feature within a community, a VenHub Smart Store can also help owners showcase their investment in convenience, technology and the resident experience.
VenHub has worked closely with the developer to integrate the VenHub Smart Store directly into the design and plans for the new community. Rather than being added to the property as an afterthought, the VenHub Smart Store is being incorporated as a core resident amenity, allowing it to fit seamlessly within the development while providing convenient access to everyday products and essentials.
The deployment also demonstrates the flexibility of VenHub’s autonomous retail platform across residential properties of varying sizes. VenHub can offer various configurations of its Smart Store format including smaller-sized formats that are well suited to serve communities such as this 59-unit development and full-size stores capable of serving a greater number of residents and a broader range of products.
VenHub expects the multifamily residential sector will serve as a significant long-term growth opportunity and intends to make autonomous retail a valuable amenity for apartment communities, deploying VenHub Smart Stores based on the size, density and needs of each community. This first deployment at Penn Lofts can serve as a test case for future deployments in other multifamily developments as the Company addresses this attractive market opportunity.
“Multifamily residential communities represent a significant growth opportunity for VenHub, and we are seeing increasing demand from developers and property owners who recognize the value of bringing autonomous retail directly into their communities,” said Shahan Ohanessian, Founder and CEO of VenHub. “Residents increasingly expect convenience to be built into where they live. Our flexible platform helps owners meet that expectation with a distinctive, highly visible amenity that adds value for residents and helps properties stand out – from smaller communities to larger multifamily developments. Penn Lofts is an ideal first deployment to demonstrate how our technology can be thoughtfully integrated into a community from the beginning.”
Penn Lofts is being developed as a modern residential community in Bend, Oregon. The development team worked with VenHub during the planning process to identify a location and configuration that makes the store a natural part of the property and easily accessible to residents.
VenHub plans to build on the Penn Lofts deployment as it expands into the multifamily sector. The Company believes its autonomous retail platform can provide developers, apartment owners and property managers with a new type of resident amenity while creating a significant new deployment channel for VenHub.
The company is actively evaluating additional multifamily opportunities and expects to provide updates regarding additional properties and deployments as its multifamily strategy develops. Developers, apartment owners and property managers interested in collaborating with VenHub should contact the Company at hello@venhub.com or visit https://www.venhub.com/partners-and-opportunities/become-a-smart-store-owner.
About VenHub VenHub Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: VHUB) is focused on fully autonomous Smart Store technology. The Company develops automated retail solutions intended to enable convenient, unattended retail experiences across a range of locations and customer environments. VenHub’s Smart Store platform is designed to support scalable deployment, 24/7 product availability, and retail access in locations where a traditional staffed store may not be feasible. For more information, visit www.venhub.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the planned deployment of a VenHub Smart Store at Penn Lofts in Bend, Oregon; the integration of the Smart Store into the development’s design and resident amenities; the anticipated functionality, accessibility, convenience, product availability and other benefits of the store; the suitability of different Smart Store configurations for residential communities of varying sizes and densities; the potential for the Penn Lofts deployment to serve as a test case for future multifamily deployments; the size and potential of the multifamily residential market as a long-term growth opportunity and new deployment channel for VenHub; and the Company’s plans to evaluate additional properties, expand deployments and provide future updates.
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Such factors include, but are not limited to: changes in the construction schedule, design, completion or occupancy of Penn Lofts; the ability of VenHub and the developer to finalize and execute installation and operating arrangements; site readiness, space constraints, utility and connectivity requirements, and necessary permits and approvals; the availability and timely delivery of equipment, components and inventory; the performance, reliability, security and maintenance of the Smart Store technology; the ability to establish suitable product assortments and effective replenishment and service arrangements; resident adoption, purchasing activity and demand; acceptance of autonomous retail amenities by developers, property owners and property managers; the costs and economic viability of individual deployments; the availability of financing and other resources to support deployment and expansion; competition and general economic and real estate market conditions; applicable regulatory and contractual requirements; and other risks and uncertainties described in VenHub’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
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TORONTO, Oct. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DPM Metals Inc. (TSX: DPM, ASX: DPM) (ARBN: 689370894) (“DPM” or “the Company”) today announced preliminary production results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2026.
“We continue to deliver strong operating performance, producing 97,000 gold equivalent ounces in the third quarter, positioning DPM to achieve the high-end of our production guidance for 2026,” said David Rae, President and CEO of DPM Metals.
“The ramp-up of Vareš continues to progress ahead of our expectations and the mine is now expected to exceed its 2026 production guidance – an achievement that demonstrates our strong operating capabilities.
“Before year-end, we plan to start development of the twin declines for the Wedge Zone, which is expected to add near-term production and mine life at Chelopech. Combined with our ongoing exploration success at Dumitru Potok and Brevene Porphyry South, we are building a platform for high-margin growth to deliver strong returns for our shareholders.
“We continue to invest in these high-return organic growth opportunities while returning capital to shareholders, buying back nearly $150 million of shares year-to-date, reflecting our confidence and excitement for our organic growth potential.”
Preliminary Third Quarter 2026 Production Highlights
Preliminary results for the third quarter of 2026 are provided below:
Unit
Chelopech
Ada Tepe
Vareš
Consolidated
Ore processed
Kt
530
38
143
711
Metals contained in concentrate produced
Gold
Koz
41
2
10
53
Silver
Koz
46
1
887
934
Copper
Mlbs
5
–
2
7
Zinc
Mlbs
–
–
28
28
Lead
Mlbs
–
–
17
17
Gold equivalent ounces (“GEO”)1
Koz
50
2
45
97
Payable metals in concentrate sold
Gold
Koz
37
2
8
47
Silver
Koz
42
1
824
867
Copper
Mlbs
5
–
1
6
Zinc
Mlbs
–
–
16
16
Lead
Mlbs
–
–
12
12
GEO1
Koz
45
2
30
77
The Company uses conversion ratios for calculating GEO for its silver, copper, zinc and lead production and sales, which are calculated by multiplying the volumes of metal produced or sold, as applicable, by the respective average market metal prices for the quarter, and dividing the resulting figure by the average market gold price. See section titled “Gold Equivalent Calculation” on page 4 for the average market metals prices used in the calculation of third quarter gold equivalent production.
Preliminary results for the first nine months of 2026 are provided below:
Unit
Chelopech
Ada Tepe
Vareš
Consolidated
Ore processed
Kt
1,586
403
339
2,328
Metals contained in concentrate produced
Gold
Koz
116
25
25
166
Silver
Koz
379
17
2,842
3,238
Copper
Mlbs
20
–
4
24
Zinc
Mlbs
–
–
52
52
Lead
Mlbs
–
–
35
35
GEO1
Koz
149
25
109
283
Payable metals in concentrate sold
Gold
Koz
105
25
17
147
Silver
Koz
346
14
2,202
2,562
Copper
Mlbs
18
–
1
19
Zinc
Mlbs
–
–
30
30
Lead
Mlbs
–
–
23
23
GEO1
Koz
135
26
69
230
The Company uses conversion ratios for calculating GEO for its silver, copper, zinc and lead production and sales, which are calculated by multiplying the volumes of metal produced or sold, as applicable, by the respective average market metal prices for the quarter, and dividing the resulting figure by the average market gold price. See section titled “Gold Equivalent Calculation” on page 4 for the average market metals prices used in the calculation of the first nine months of 2026 gold equivalent production.
Operating Highlights
As a result of strong year-to-date performance, DPM now expects to achieve the high end of its gold equivalent production guidance for the year.
Vareš produced approximately 45,000 GEO in the third quarter, in line with the planned ramp-up of the mine to full production and reflecting stronger than expected grades. Construction of the second tailings filter and paste backfill plant are nearing completion and are expected to begin commissioning in November and December, respectively.
Overall, the Vareš ramp-up is proceeding on plan, and DPM expects to achieve the full production run-rate of 850,000 tonne per annum by the end of 2026. Varesš is expected to exceed the high end of its 2026 gold equivalent production range.
On August 10, 2026, DPM declared commercial production at Vareš. Gross operating costs at Vares will be included in its all-in sustaining cost from that date forward.
Refer to the Company’s news release dated October 1, 2026, for information with respect to the recent decision of the Constitutional Court in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward Looking Information” section of this news release.
Chelopech produced approximately 50,000 GEO in the third quarter, which was in line with plan, and Chelopech is on-track to achieve its production guidance for 2026.
DPM has continued to advance the high-grade Wedge Zone prospect as a near-term opportunity, which is expected to grow production and extend mine life at Chelopech commencing in late 2028. The Company is on track to complete an initial Wedge Zone Mineral Resource estimate by year-end and has advanced engineering to proceed with the development of twin declines to the Wedge Zone, which is expected to commence during the fourth quarter of 2026. The Wedge Zone is expected to begin contributing to Chelopech’s production in late 2028.
Ada Tepe produced approximately 2,000 GEO in the third quarter, as the process plant concluded operations on July 15, 2026. Dismantling and refurbishing of certain processing facilities commenced, in preparation for the Čoka Rakita project, which is expected to commence construction in early 2027.
Return of Capital to Shareholders
During the third quarter of 2026, DPM repurchased 1,860,000 common shares at an average price of US$40.23 (Cdn$56.35) per share for a total cost of approximately US$74.8 million under its Normal Course Issuer Bid. Year-to-date, the Company has repurchased 4,003,348 common shares at an average price of US$37.36 (Cdn$51.97) per share for a total of approximately US$149.6 million.
Since 2021, DPM has repurchased a total of 33.6 million shares at an average price of C$16.71, which represents approximately 18% of the weighted average number of shares outstanding over that period.
As previously announced in July 2026, DPM will pay a quarterly dividend of US$0.04 per share on October 15, 2026, to shareholders of record on September 30, 2026.
Timing of Third Quarter 2026 Operating and Financial Results
The Company plans to release its third quarter 2026 operating and financial results after market close on Thursday, November 12, 2026. The news release, Management’s Discussion and Analysis (“MD&A”) and condensed interim consolidated financial statements will be posted on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on the Company’s website at www.dpmmetals.com.
On Friday, November 13, 2026, at 9 AM EST, DPM will host a conference call and audio webcast to discuss the results, followed by a question-and-answer session. To participate via conference call, register in advance at the link in the following table to receive the dial-in information as well as a personalized PIN code to access the call.
The Company uses conversion ratios for calculating GEO for its silver, copper, zinc and lead production and sales, which are calculated by multiplying the volumes of metal produced or sold, as applicable, by the respective assumed metal prices, and dividing the resulting figure by the assumed gold price. The consolidated total GEO reported may include minor quantities of other metals that are not considered material.
GEO produced and sold for the third quarter and first nine months of 2026 and DPM’s 2026 guidance are based on the following metal prices:
Gold ($/oz.)
Silver ($/oz.)
Copper ($/lb.)
Zinc ($/lb.)
Lead ($/lb.)
Third quarter of 2026 average market metal prices
4,270
62.73
6.40
1.74
0.84
First nine months of 2026 average market metals prices
4,554
73.52
6.09
1.59
0.87
2026 guidance assumption
4,200
50.00
5.00
1.30
0.90
For more information regarding DPM’s 2026 guidance and three-year outlook, refer to the MD&A for the three months ended March 31, 2026, issued on May 5, 2026, available on at www.sedarplus.ca and at www.dpmmetals.com.
Technical Information
The technical and scientific information in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Ross Overall, Director, Corporate Technical Services, of DPM, who is a Qualified Person as defined under National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, and not independent of the Company.
About DPM Metals Inc.
DPM Metals Inc. is a Canadian-based international gold mining company with operations and projects located in Bulgaria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Ecuador. Our strategic objective is to become a mid-tier precious metals company, which is based on sustainable, responsible and efficient gold production from our portfolio, the development of quality assets, and maintaining a strong financial position to support growth in mineral reserves and production through disciplined strategic transactions. This strategy creates a platform for robust growth to deliver above-average returns for our shareholders. DPM trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol: DPM) and the Australian Securities Exchange as a Foreign Exempt Listing (symbol: DPM).
For further information please contact:
Jennifer Cameron Director, Investor Relations Tel: (416) 219-6177 jcameron@dpmmetals.com
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The Forward Looking Statements in this news release relate to, among other things: updated guidance for Vareš, the expected timing of commissioning of paste backfill plant and second tailings filter and expectations with respect to the ramp-up and full production run-rate at Vareš; expected rates of production at the Company’s operating properties; the Company’s future business plans, objectives, and strategy, including, without limitation, meeting its targeted annual rates of production from its operating mines; anticipated steps in the development of the Wedge Zone prospect at Chelopech, the timing thereof, and their anticipated impact on future rates of production and mine life; anticipated steps in the development of the Čoka Rakita project and the timing thereof, including the timing for commencement of construction; statements with respect to outlook and guidance previously provided by the Company; the Company’s intentions with respect to repurchases of shares under its Normal Course Issuer Bid; timing and amounts of dividends; and the anticipated timing for the release of the Company’s financial and operational results for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2026. Forward Looking Statements are based on certain key assumptions and the opinions and estimates of management, as of the date such statements are made, and they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any other future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the Forward Looking Statements. In addition to factors already discussed in this news release, such factors include, among others, fluctuations in metal prices and foreign exchange rates; in respect of the Constitutional Court decision announced in the Company’s news release dated October 1, 2026 ordering a review by the relevant authorities of certain acts reflecting state-owned forests and forestry land, including the Concession Agreement and its annexes for the Vareš operation and other instruments related thereto, there are uncertainties with respect to such review and the outcome thereof on DPM’s Concession Agreement and other instruments, as well as uncertainties with respect to DPM being able to be successful in its engagement and next steps to protect its rights, and the outcome of such review may affect the guidance and other expectations for Vareš, its operations, and other matters discussed above, which assume that DPM’s Concession Agreement and other instruments will remain unaffected (see Company’s news release dated October 1, 2026 for more information); risks arising from the current economic environment and the impact on operating costs and other financial metrics, including risks of recession; the commencement, continuation or escalation of geopolitical crises and armed conflicts and their direct and indirect effects on the operations of DPM; changes in laws and regulations, or judicial interpretations thereof, including with respect to taxes, and the Company’s ability to successfully obtain all necessary permits and other approvals required to conduct its operations; risks arising from counterparties being unable to or unwilling to fulfill their contractual obligations to the Company; the speculative nature of mineral exploration, development and production, including changes in mineral production performance, exploitation and exploration results; the Company’s dependence on its operations at Chelopech and Vareš; changes in tax and tariff regimes in the jurisdictions in which the Company operates or which are otherwise applicable to the Company’s business, operations, or financial condition; possible inaccurate estimates relating to future production, operating costs and other costs for operations; possible variations in ore grade and recovery rates; inherent uncertainties in respect of conclusions of economic evaluations, economic studies and mine plans; uncertainties with respect to the results of technical studies of the Company’s exploration and development projects and the results thereof; the Company’s dependence on continually developing, replacing and expanding its mineral reserves; uncertainties and risks inherent to developing and commissioning new mines into production, which may be subject to unforeseen delays; risks related to the possibility that future exploration results will not be consistent with the Company’s expectations, that quantities or grades of reserves will be diminished, and that resources may not be converted to reserves; risks associated with the fact that certain of the Company’s initiatives are still in the early stages and may not materialize; changes in project parameters, including schedule and budget, as plans continue to be refined; risks related to the financial results of operations, changes in interest rates, and the Company’s ability to finance its operations; the impact of global liquidity and credit availability on the timing of cash flows and the values of assets and liabilities based on projected future cash flows; uncertainties inherent with conducting business in foreign jurisdictions where corruption, civil unrest, political instability and uncertainties with the rule of law may impact the Company’s activities; accidents, labour disputes and other risks inherent to the mining industry; failure to achieve certain cost savings; risks related to the Company’s ability to manage environmental and social matters, including risks and obligations related to closure of the Company’s mining properties; risks related to climate change, including extreme weather events, resource shortages, emerging policies and increased regulations related to greenhouse gas emission levels, energy efficiency and reporting of risks; land reclamation and mine closure requirements, and costs associated therewith; the Company’s controls over financial reporting and obligations as a public company; delays in obtaining governmental approvals or financing or in the completion of development or construction activities; opposition by social and non-governmental organizations to mining projects; uncertainties with respect to realizing the anticipated benefits from the development of the Company’s exploration and development projects; cyber-attacks and other cybersecurity risks; competition in the mining industry; exercising judgment when undertaking impairment assessments; claims or litigation; limitations on insurance coverage; changes in values of the Company’s investment portfolio; employee relations, including unionized and non-union employees, and the Company’s ability to retain key personnel and attract other highly skilled employees; ability to successfully integrate acquisitions or complete divestitures; disputes and challenges with respect to land title; volatility in the price of the common shares of the Company; potential dilution to the common shares of the Company; damage to the Company’s reputation due to the actual or perceived occurrence of any number of events, including negative publicity with respect to the Company’s handling of environmental matters or dealings with community groups, whether true or not; risks related to holding assets in foreign jurisdictions; conflicts of interest between the Company and its directors and officers; the timing and amounts of dividends; there being no assurance that the Company will purchase additional common shares of the Company under the Normal Course Issuer Bid, as well as those risk factors discussed or referred to in the MD&A, the Company’s most recent Annual Information Form in any other documents filed from time to time with the securities regulatory authorities in all provinces and territories of Canada and available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca . Any of the risks discussed herein and in any other documents filed from time to time with the securities regulatory authorities by the Company may result in a material adverse effect on the Company. The reader has been cautioned that the foregoing list is not exhaustive of all factors which may have been used. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in Forward Looking Statements, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that Forward-Looking Statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. The Company’s Forward Looking Statements reflect current expectations regarding future events and speak only as of the date hereof. Unless required by securities laws, the Company undertakes no obligation to update Forward Looking Statements if circumstances or management’s estimates or opinions should change. Accordingly, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on Forward Looking Statements.
