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  • MIL-OSI USA: Governor Newsom signs balanced state budget that cuts taxes for vets, fully funds free school meals, builds more housing, & creates jobs

    Source: US State of California 2

    Jun 27, 2025

    ✅ FUNDED: Tax cut for military retirees

    ✅ FUNDED: Universal pre-kindergarten for all 

    ✅ FUNDED: Expanded before school, after school, & summer school

    ✅ FUNDED: Free school meals for all kids 

    ✅ FUNDED: Game-changing literacy & reading investments

    ✅ FUNDED: Building more housing, ASAP

    ✅ FUNDED: Lowering drug costs

    ✅ FUNDED: Expanding medication abortion access with CalRx

    ✅ FUNDED: Historic firefighting & public safety investments

    ✅ FUNDED: Protecting California’s iconic film industry

    Signing of landmark package to cut red tape, fast-track housing, and infrastructure forthcoming  

    SACRAMENTO – Amid Donald Trump’s economic assault on California, Governor Gavin Newsom today signed the 2025 state budget bill advanced in partnership with Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire and Speaker Robert Rivas. Together, the Governor and Legislature are enacting a responsible, balanced spending plan that safeguards California’s values while maintaining long-term fiscal health. This budget and forthcoming trailer bills include new, landmark policies that will accelerate housing production and boost affordability in communities across the state — addressing California’s most urgent challenges.

    As we confront Donald Trump’s economic sabotage, this budget agreement proves California won’t just hold the line — we’ll go even further. It’s balanced, it maintains substantial reserves, and it’s focused on supporting Californians — slashing red tape and catapulting housing and infrastructure development, preserving essential healthcare services, funds universal pre-K, and cuts taxes for veterans.

    Governor Gavin Newsom

    Pro Tem Mike McGuire says: “The State is delivering a responsible on-time budget in a challenging year focused on fiscal restraint and investing in the people and programs that make this State great. This budget prioritizes record funding for our kids and public schools, protects access to health care for millions of the most vulnerable, and will create more housing at a scale not seen in years. Thanks to this budget agreement, the state will help get more folks off the streets and into permanent shelter, and we’ll expand the ranks of CalFire, deploying hundreds of additional full-time CalFire firefighters, which will save lives and make us all more wildfire safe. And this agreement helps prepare our state for the ongoing chaos and massive uncertainty caused by the Trump administration. Thank you to our Senate Budget Chair Scott Wiener, Speaker Rivas and Governor Newsom and their staffs for their hard work for the people of California.”

    Speaker Robert Rivas says: “This is an incredibly difficult time for Californians. Trump is undermining our economy with reckless tariffs, harsh cuts, and ICE agents terrorizing our communities. At a moment when so many are already struggling, he’s adding fear and instability. In contrast, Democrats have delivered a budget that protects California. It cuts red tape to build more housing faster — because housing is the foundation of affordability and opportunity. It preserves critical investments in health care, women’s health, education, and public safety. And it honors our commitment not to raise taxes on families, workers, or small businesses. In unprecedented times, under painful circumstances, Democrats are delivering for Californians.”

    Tax cuts for vets, smaller class sizes, free school meals

    The budget reflects a shared commitment to protect opportunity and improve affordability in California, in the face of targeted attacks by the Trump administration. The budget makes historic investments in public education — from universal transitional kindergarten and free school meals to expanded before and after-school programs, summer school, smaller class sizes, and strengthened career training and higher education. The budget demonstrates the state’s commitment to honoring veterans by creating tax cuts for military retirees, recognizing their service and supporting their financial security. 

    Lowering prescription drug costs, protecting reproductive care, and safety nets 

    The budget preserves key health care programs for Californians targeted by Republicans. It preserves vital safety net programs, including in-home supportive services and women’s reproductive health. As part of the budget, the Governor is also expected to sign legislation protecting access to health care, license and regulate Pharmacy Benefit Managers for the first time, increasing transparency and accountability in the pharmacy supply chain. The legislation also expands CalRx’s authority to procure brand-name drugs and respond to politically motivated supply disruptions, helping shield access to critical medications like mifepristone.

    Lights, camera, JOBS

    The budget protects California’s position as the 4th largest economy in the world – supporting business and continued economic growth, including California’s iconic film industry. Next week, the Governor is expected to sign additional legislation as part of the expansion of the film and TV tax credit program — further catapulting the program’s impact to $750 million a year.

    Trump’s economic assault

    The balanced budget comes as California continues to confront significant fiscal pressures fueled by the Trump administration’s reckless economic and immigration policies. According to the California Department of Finance, Trump’s tariff regime is projected to cost the state an estimated $16 billion in lost General Fund revenue through the next fiscal year. And a new study released June 17 by the Bay Area Council Economic Institute, in collaboration with UC Merced, found that Trump’s mass deportations could slash $275 billion from California’s economy, eliminate $23 billion in annual tax revenue, and severely disrupt key industries such as agriculture, construction, and hospitality. 

    In the face of these mounting challenges, the Governor issued a proclamation to access state reserves. This responsible and balanced budget protects Californians, creates more housing, preserves core programs, reinforces fiscal discipline, and invests in the state’s long-term economic strength.

    The Governor today announced signing the following bills:

    • AB 102 by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Encino) – Budget Act of 2025.
    • AB 118 by the Committee on Budget – Human services.
    • AB 121 by the Committee on Budget – Education finance: education omnibus budget trailer bill.
    • AB 123 by the Committee on Budget – Higher education budget trailer bill.
    • AB 134 by the Committee on Budget – Public Safety.
    • AB 136 by the Committee on Budget – Courts.
    • AB 143 by the Committee on Budget – Developmental services.
    • SB 101 by the Senator Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) – Budget Act of 2025.
    • SB 103 by the Senator Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) – Budget Acts of 2022, 2023, and 2024.
    • SB 120 by the Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review – Early childhood education and childcare.
    • SB 124 by the Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review – Public resources trailer bill.
    • SB 127 by the Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review – Climate change.
    • SB 128 by the Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review – Transportation.
    • SB 132 by the Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review – Taxation.
    • SB 141 by the Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review – California Cannabis Tax Fund: Department of Cannabis Control: Board of State and Community Corrections grants.
    • SB 142 by the Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review – Deaf and Disabled Telecommunications Program.

    The Governor’s signature on the state budget is contingent on the enactment of either AB 131 or SB 131 on Monday, June 30th.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Kosmos Energy and Partners Achieve Commercial Operations at Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Project

    The project partners on the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) LNG development – situated on the maritime border of Senegal and Mauritania – have started commercial operations. The Gimi FLNG vessel – owned by maritime infrastructure company Golar LNG and situated at the project site – reached its Commercial Operating Date (COD) in June 2025, signaling the start of a 20-year Lease and Operating Agreement.

    Spearheaded by energy majors Kosmos Energy and bp (operator), alongside Petrosen and Société Mauritanienne Des Hydrocarbures – the respective national oil companies of Senegal and Mauritania – the GTA project represents one of the lowest-cost greenfield projects in the world. The project achieved first LNG production in February 2025, with the maiden LNG cargo lifted in April 2025. According to Kosmos Energy, COD comes as the partners currently load a fourth cargo, with plans to export a fifth at the start of Q3. Kosmos Energy is a Diamond Sponsor of African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies, taking place September 29 to October 3, 2025, in Cape Town.

    AEW: Invest in African Energies is the platform of choice for project operators, financiers, technology providers and government, and has emerged as the official place to sign deals in African energy. Visit http://www.AECWeek.com for more information about this exciting event.

    The first major offshore LNG project in the broader MSGBC region, GTA is expected to unlock more than 15 trillion cubic feet of recoverable natural gas resources. The project reached a final investment decision (FID) in 2018, with the respective governments of Senegal and Mauritania declaring that the project is of “strategic national importance” in 2021. To date, the project partners have ramped up production volumes to a level equivalent to the annual contracted volumes of approximately 2.4 million tons per annum (mtpa). This represents 90% of the nameplate capacity of 2.7 mtpa. A second phase is also planned, which seeks to double production capacity to over 5 mtpa. Focus has now shifted to phase two FID, which will largely depend on continued cross-border cooperation, regulatory alignment and additional investment.

    Beyond GTA, Kosmos Energy holds a strong presence across Africa. The company is engaged in upstream oil exploration, production and development, with a focus on unlocking the continent’s deepwater assets. In Equatorial Guinea, the company is working towards increasing oil production through well work and drilling. Alongside its project partners, Kosmos Energy recently completed an infill drilling program on the Ceiba and Okume fields and is now working to reprocess existing seismic data with modern technology to high-grade future infill drilling potential. In Ghana, the company has pledged $2 billion in upstream operations. The funding is expected to be allocated to expanding exploration, improving infrastructure and driving technology development to boost efficiency in the upstream sector. Kosmos Energy currently holds stakes in the country’s Jubilee and TEN fields.

    Looking ahead, these developments are expected to unlock significant benefits for the countries in which Kosmos Energy operates. By unlocking greater value from Africa’s deepwater oil and gas basins, the company is enhancing revenue generation, job creation and broader economic growth in Africa. Kosmos Energy’s AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 sponsorship reflects its commitment to monetizing Africa’s deepwater resources. As the largest event of its kind on the continent, AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 takes place under a mandate to make energy poverty history. The event convenes stakeholders – from global investors and project developers to technologies providers and service firms – to engage in dialogue and sign deals.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: South Africa’s Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) Sector in Focus as Isondo Precious Metals Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Joins African Mining Week (AMW)


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    Vinay Somera, CEO of South African fuel cell component manufacturer Isondo Precious Metals has joined the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 – Africa’s premier gathering for mining stakeholders – as a speaker.

    Somera will join a high-level panel, South Africa’s Strategic Influence in the Global Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) Market, where he is expected to highlight efforts to maximize PGM production in South Africa. With the country supplying roughly 80% of the world’s PGMs –essential for electric vehicle and clean energy development – AMW 2025 will unpack the country’s strategic position in the global market, especially as the world enters its third consecutive year of supply deficits – expected to reach 848,000 ounces in 2025.

    African Mining Week serves as a premier platform for exploring the full spectrum of mining opportunities across Africa. The event is held alongside the African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies 2025 conference from October 1-3 in Cape Town. Sponsors, exhibitors and delegates can learn more by contacting sales@energycapitalpower.com.

    At AMW 2025, Somera is set to showcase how Isondo Precious Metals is producing membranes for green hydrogen fuel cells and electrolyzers using South African-sourced PGMs. Under his leadership, the company is scaling its fuel cell manufacturing capabilities and working with international partners on infrastructure development and workforce training. Isondo Precious Metals recently acquired hydrogen reduction equipment from U.S.-based Camco Furnaces and two test stations from Greenlight Innovations, where it is also conducting workforce development initiatives.

    As such, AMW 2025 represents an ideal platform for Somera to provide an update on Isondo Precious Metals’ strategy to deploy hydrogen refueling stations for hydrogen-powered buses and vehicles in South Africa. As Isondo Precious Metals advances its proof of concept for a new ammonia cracking generator, AMW 2025 offers a strategic platform for Somera to present the company’s investment and expansion plans to a targeted audience of South African, regional and global investors and partners.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Comments sought on draft regulations to better protect marine ecosystems

    Source: South Africa News Agency

    The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has signed a Government Notice to publish the second draft of regulations for the Environmental Management of Offshore Ship-to-Ship Transfers for public comment. 

    The regulations introduce a risk-based system to prevent and reduce the harm that offshore ship-to-ship transfers, including bunkering, can cause to marine and coastal ecosystems. 

    “Since bunkering began in Algoa Bay in 2016, four oil spills have affected 260 endangered African Penguins and other marine life. The new rules include strict requirements for environmental management plans, wildlife monitoring and spill response to prevent further harm.

    “Where impacts cannot be avoided, the regulations aim to minimise and remedy them. This is particularly important for areas such as Algoa Bay, home to the world’s largest breeding colonies of African Penguins,” the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment said on Friday.

    These draft regulations are another step towards protecting marine life.

    “The department is committed to ensuring that iconic species, such as the African Penguin, can thrive while supporting sustainable use of ocean resources.

    “The regulations, issued under section 83(1) of the National Environmental Management: Integrated Coastal Management Act (Act No. 24 of 2008), follow the first draft published on 21 February 2025. 

    “They are the product of wide consultation with key partners, including the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA), Transnet National Ports Authority, the Department of Transport, the South African National Parks and environmental MECs from the four coastal provinces,” the department said.

    The department has urged all stakeholders to take part in this important process to help finalise regulations that both protect our environment and support a resilient ocean economy. 

    “Together, we can help secure a future for the African Penguin. The department invites written comments within 30 days of publication in the Government Gazette or a national newspaper, whichever is later.”

    The draft regulations and supporting documents are available at www.dffe.gov.za/legislation/gazetted_notices or by email on request.

    Comments can be submitted as advised below:

    • Submit by hand: Deputy Director-General: Oceans and Coasts Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Attention: Lona Nondaka 2nd Floor, East Pier Building 2 East Pier Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
    • By post: Deputy Director-General: Oceans and Coasts Attention: Lona Nondaka PO Box 52126, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002
    • By email: bunkeringregs@dffe.gov.za
    • For enquiries, contact Lona Nondaka at 021 493 7061 or LNondaka@dffe.gov.za.

    – SAnews.gov.za

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Gauteng government to pay second e-tolls debt instalment

    Source: South Africa News Agency

    The Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG) is expected to today pay some R3.3 billion to service the outstanding e-tolls debt.

    This was announced by Gauteng MEC for Finance and Economic Development, Lebogang Maile, during a media briefing on Sunday.

    E-tolls were scrapped last year following years of discontent from road users in an agreement between the provincial government and National Treasury.

    The GPG committed to paying some 30% of the historic debt.

    “… The Gauteng Provincial Government will honour the province’s obligation by paying the second instalment towards the e-tolls debt, as disclosed in the 2025 Medium Term Expenditure Framework. 

    “The amount due… based on the Memorandum of Agreement, is R3.3 billion in terms of the historic debt. This is the amount that we will be paying to National Treasury as part of our 30% contribution,” Maile said.

    This will be the provincial government’s second instalment.

    “On the 30th of September 2024, the Gauteng government made the first instalment amounting to R3.8 billion. This instalment consisted of R3.2 billion historic debt and the maintenance portion of R546 million,” Maile said.

    According to the MEC, the 30% allocated to the provincial government for payment amounts to at least R12 billion, “with interest of R3.3 billion, bringing the total amount payable to R15.9 billion”.

    “This contribution will be made over five equal annual [payments] at government five-year interest rate.

    “In addition… the Gauteng Provincial Government also made a commitment to contribute towards the rehabilitation of nine projects that the [South African National Roads Agency] is undertaking. These projects, which are part of the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project 1, are aimed at the amelioration of the Gauteng freeway network and will cost the provincial government a total of R4.1 billion.

    “Congruent to this… the Gauteng Provincial Government announced that as part of the province’s arrangement to service the debt, a provision for honouring this commitment will be pencilled into the 2024 fiscal framework. 

    “Since making this announcement… we have maintained the necessary fiscal discipline to ensure adherence to this commitment,” Maile said.  – SAnews.gov.za

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  • MIL-OSI Security: New police chief to lead response to VAWG

    Source: United Kingdom National Police Chiefs Council

    Deputy Assistant Commissioner, Helen Millichap, is the new national policing lead for Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG).

    “I want the prevalence of these crimes reduced and harm prevented”, said Deputy Assistant Commissioner, Helen Millichap, the new national policing lead for Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), who wants to encourage more victims to take that brave step and come forward. 

    DAC Millichap, who is also the Director of the National Centre for Violence Against Women and Girls and Public Protection (NCVPP) added: “We know VAWG is underreported which is something I find deeply distressing. At the heart of every investigation there is a victim. I want them to have the confidence to come forward and I want to ensure that when they do, they are treated with empathy by an officer who not only listens but has that professional curiosity to look beyond what’s in front of them.”

    The NCVPP was launched in April, a year after police chiefs declared VAWG a national emergency and committed to the introduction of a centre which will give forces a clear way of working, reduce duplication and improve training so that we become more consistent. 

    The centre has combined the experience and knowledge from various teams whose expertise and skills have been achieving great results, and who will now work together under a single national leadership with clear national standards. 

    DAC Millichap added: “Officers work tirelessly every day to protect victims; now we need to support them and equip them to meet the highest possible standards to tackle the increasing risk posed by perpetrators. This can’t be about increasing the pressure on the busy frontline or adding to the task list. We also need to look after their welfare and be really clear on their mission, so they can carry out their job effectively, and we can remove the postcode lottery for victims.” 

    DAC Millichap is also calling for continued support and a more collaborative approach to reduce the risk to victims.  She said: “The challenge with VAWG offences is the sheer scale and complexity of the crimes. The volume could be seen as overwhelming but if we were able to identify patterns of behaviour early, interventions can also take place way before the police are involved, stopping future perpetrators and preventing new victims. The whole system needs to step into this threat, and it starts early. I will work with partners to achieve this rightly ambitious goal collectively.

    DAC Millichap believes a real shift in attitudes is a must if we are to see real change. She added: “We need to keep these issues at the top of the agenda, and the societal outrage we see in response to these crimes needs to remain. We need to challenge misogynistic views that only serve to drive these crimes.

    “Policing has a role to play, and we are up for the challenge, but we are only one part of a wider system that must play their part. 

    “The work we have done over the last few years has been steadily creating a new culture in policing where I truly believe the scale of the harm and the focus required is not in doubt. What I want, is to show the public that progress is happening and for them to be confident that it is happening everywhere.” 

    DAC Helen Millichap takes ownership of the national portfolio from T/CC Maggie Blyth who led this work for four years and is now the temporary Chief Constable at Gloucestershire Constabulary. 

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Romanian criminals stealing fertilisers and pesticides in western France stopped in tracks

    Source: Eurojust

    Following close cooperation between the French and Romanian authorities, criminals stealing agrochemical products across western France have been stopped in their tracks. The network was also involved in transporting and concealing the stolen goods. During a coordinated action this week, 12 suspects were arrested or identified in both countries.

    Eurojust supported the judiciary in both countries by facilitating the execution of European Arrest Warrants (EAWs) and European Investigation Orders and provided further cross-border judicial support.

     The criminal network was well organised and structured, specialising in the theft of fertilisers and pesticides, for instance. The action day in France and Romania targeted three teams of thieves, two carriers and two fences. Three suspects were arrested in France, and nine more were identified in Romania, based on EAWs issued by the French authorities.

    Over the past two years, at least sixty farms, agricultural storage facilities and enterprises have been burgled. The value of the stolen goods and the damage caused by the thefts is estimated at EUR 3 million. The thefts were not without risk, as certain products were highly flammable and posed a health hazard if not handled properly. The stolen goods were transported and stored by the network for onward sale via illegal channels in Romania.

    Investigations coordinated by the investigative judge of the Interregional Jurisdiction (JIRS) of Rennes in France indicated that a Romanian-led organised crime group was behind the large-scale thefts. In November of last year, the JIRS contacted the French National Desk at Eurojust to arrange for cooperation with the Romanian authorities. Following a coordination meeting at the Agency, joint actions in both countries were organised this week.

    In Romania, 17 places were searched, where cash in different currencies was seized, estimated to be worth EUR 200 000. Four vehicles and various quantities of liquid and solid agrochemical products were also seized.

    The coordinated action this week was carried out by and at the request of the following authorities:

    • France: Investigative Judge JIRS Rennes; Gendarmerie Nationale – Section de Recherches Caen
    • Romania: Directorate for Investigating Organised Crime and Terrorism (DIICOT); National Police – Criminal Investigations Directorate

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Romanian criminals stealing fertilisers and pesticides in western France stopped in tracks

    Source: Eurojust

    Following close cooperation between the French and Romanian authorities, criminals stealing agrochemical products across western France have been stopped in their tracks. The network was also involved in transporting and concealing the stolen goods. During a coordinated action this week, 12 suspects were arrested or identified in both countries.

    Eurojust supported the judiciary in both countries by facilitating the execution of European Arrest Warrants (EAWs) and European Investigation Orders and provided further cross-border judicial support.

     The criminal network was well organised and structured, specialising in the theft of fertilisers and pesticides, for instance. The action day in France and Romania targeted three teams of thieves, two carriers and two fences. Three suspects were arrested in France, and nine more were identified in Romania, based on EAWs issued by the French authorities.

    Over the past two years, at least sixty farms, agricultural storage facilities and enterprises have been burgled. The value of the stolen goods and the damage caused by the thefts is estimated at EUR 3 million. The thefts were not without risk, as certain products were highly flammable and posed a health hazard if not handled properly. The stolen goods were transported and stored by the network for onward sale via illegal channels in Romania.

    Investigations coordinated by the investigative judge of the Interregional Jurisdiction (JIRS) of Rennes in France indicated that a Romanian-led organised crime group was behind the large-scale thefts. In November of last year, the JIRS contacted the French National Desk at Eurojust to arrange for cooperation with the Romanian authorities. Following a coordination meeting at the Agency, joint actions in both countries were organised this week.

    In Romania, 17 places were searched, where cash in different currencies was seized, estimated to be worth EUR 200 000. Four vehicles and various quantities of liquid and solid agrochemical products were also seized.

    The coordinated action this week was carried out by and at the request of the following authorities:

    • France: Investigative Judge JIRS Rennes; Gendarmerie Nationale – Section de Recherches Caen
    • Romania: Directorate for Investigating Organised Crime and Terrorism (DIICOT); National Police – Criminal Investigations Directorate

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Minister Lamola delivers remarks at the leadership summit of the international business forum.

    Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)

    Minister Ronald Lamola delivers remarks at the leadership summit of the international business forum.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uX39atWduhM

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: HK officials attend security talk

    Source: Hong Kong Information Services

    Thirty-three senior civil servants participating in a national studies programme in Beijing today attended a seminar to coincide with the fifth anniversary of the promulgation and implementation of the Hong Kong National Security Law.

     

    The seminar aimed to develop their understanding of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s constitutional responsibility to safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests, and their own role as guardians of national security.

     

    It was delivered by Deputy Director of the Hong Kong Basic Law Committee and of the Macao Basic Law Committee under the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) and Deputy Director of the Legislative Affairs Commission of the Standing Committee of the NPC Zhang Yong.

     

    Secretary for the Civil Service Ingrid Yeung said the Hong Kong SAR Government is stepping up efforts on all fronts to cultivate a sense of national identity, awareness of national security and patriotism among civil servants.

     

    She added that national studies programmes, involving lectures at Mainland institutions and site visits, enable middle and senior-level civil servants to gain an accurate understanding of Hong Kong’s constitutional order, of national security and of the country’s latest policy objectives.

     

    Since the implementation of the security law and the enactment of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, the Civil Service Bureau has incorporated training on safeguarding national security into its programmes. This includes induction training for new recruits, Mainland programmes for middle and senior-level officers, thematic talks and e-learning activities.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Mortgage loans up 5.3%

    Source: Hong Kong Information Services

    The value of residential mortgage loans approved in May was $26.6 billion, a 5.3% increase compared with April, the Monetary Authority announced today.

    Mortgage loans financing primary market transactions decreased 4.2% to $8.9 billion, while those financing secondary market transactions increased 7.1% to $14.6 billion.

    Loans for refinancing increased 33.7% to $3 billion.

    Mortgage loans drawn down during May amounted to $16.2 billion, a 5.3% drop from April.

    The number of mortgage applications in May rose 5% month-on-month to 8,187.

    The outstanding value of mortgage loans increased month-on-month by 0.1% to $1.884 trillion at end-May.

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  • MIL-OSI: Hut 8 Energizes Vega Data Center

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    205 MW facility will support up to ~15 EH/s of next-generation rack-based ASIC compute with direct-to-chip liquid cooling

    Believed to be the largest single-building Bitcoin mining facility by nameplate hashrate

    MIAMI, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hut 8 Corp. (Nasdaq | TSX: HUT) (“Hut 8” or the “Company”), an energy infrastructure platform integrating power, digital infrastructure, and compute at scale to fuel next-generation, energy-intensive use cases such as Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing, today announced the initial energization of Vega. Based on publicly available information, we believe Vega to be the largest single-building Bitcoin mining facility by nameplate hashrate. Spanning the equivalent of five football fields and covering 162,000 square feet, Vega is powered by 205 megawatts (“MW”) of nameplate energy capacity and at full energization will support up to ~15 exahash per second (“EH/s”) of BITMAIN U3S21EXPH servers for Bitcoin mining ASIC compute, or nearly 2.0% of current global Bitcoin network hashrate.

    Vega debuts a new Tier I data center form factor that narrows the gap between legacy air-cooled ASIC infrastructure and liquid-cooled GPU infrastructure. Unlike traditional mining facilities that rely on forced-air cooling and shelving systems that constrain compute density, Vega features a proprietary, rack-based, direct-to-chip liquid cooling system designed in-house by Hut 8. The architecture supports ASIC deployments at densities of up to 180 kilowatts (“kW”) per rack.

    The system’s modular architecture—including pump skids, fluid distribution networks, server racks, switchboards, and smart power distribution units—was designed by Hut 8’s in-house development organization to optimize thermal efficiency, miner stability, and operational reliability. The result is materially higher compute density, greater thermal control, and improved uptime in high-ambient environments like Texas. Initial customer discussions support the potential viability of this architecture for future iterations of high-density, direct-to-chip liquid cooled infrastructure to support emerging HPC workloads and customer needs.

    “Vega exemplifies our innovation-driven approach to digital infrastructure design,” said Asher Genoot, CEO of Hut 8. “We built it for where we believe the market is going, using modular architecture and adaptive thermal systems designed to scale and evolve as workload requirements grow more complex. Over the past several weeks, as we’ve brought the site online, it has become clear how well this architecture performs under real-world conditions.”

    “Vega’s design is particularly relevant for AI training and other non-customer-facing HPC workloads, where we believe speed, density, and cost efficiency will increasingly take precedence over traditional redundancy standards,” said Jake Palmer, Senior Vice President of Development at Hut 8. “The project represents a design philosophy we intend to scale, refine, and deploy as we continue to bridge the gap between high-cost, high-redundancy builds and lower-cost, application-optimized infrastructure.”

    BITMAIN is the client for the full ~15 EH/s deployment at Vega under an ASIC colocation agreement. Based on ERCOT forward energy prices, the agreement is expected to generate between $110 million and $120 million in annualized revenue upon full energization, subject to factors including ERCOT energy pricing and facility uptime. The agreement also includes a purchase option that allows Hut 8 to acquire all or part of the hosted fleet in up to three tranches at a fixed price, exercisable within six months of each tranche’s energization. This structure gives Hut 8 the ability to convert the deployment into self-mining capacity for its Bitcoin mining subsidiary, American Bitcoin Corp., supporting growth in its scale from 10 EH/s to 25 EH/s.

    “We are proud to have partnered with Hut 8 to successfully develop and commercialize the next generation of ASIC compute technology,” said Irene Gao, Vice President of Mining at BITMAIN. “Vega demonstrates what is possible when two industry leaders with deep technical expertise come together to push the boundaries of performance, efficiency, and design. We believe this collaboration has set a new benchmark for the industry, and we look forward to expanding on this success in the coming years.”

    Project Highlights

    • Industrial scale: 205 MW of nameplate capacity with a power usage effectiveness (“PUE”) of 1.06, powered behind-the-meter by a wind farm and front-of-the-meter by the ERCOT grid
    • Rack-based architecture: Proprietary rack-based architecture supports 180 kilowatts per rack, 50% higher than the 120-kW requirement of NVIDIA Blackwell HGX GPUs
    • Next-generation ASIC compute technology: Site will host up to 17,280 BITMAIN U3S21EXPH servers (at full energization), the first ASIC miner mass-commercialized by BITMAIN with direct liquid-to-chip cooling within a U form factor, each delivering up to 860 terahash per second (“TH/s”) at 13 joules per terahash (“J/TH”)
    • Direct-to-chip liquid cooling: 96 custom-designed cooling modules circulate 120,000 gallons of glycol-water solution through a closed-loop, reverse return system designed to reduce water consumption versus conventional high-density cooling systems
    • Capital efficiency: Estimated all-in cost of approximately $430,000 to $450,000 per MW of nameplate capacity
    • Time to market: From site acquisition in July 2024 to initial energization in June 2025, Vega was brought online in under a year, demonstrating Hut 8’s ability to use Bitcoin mining infrastructure development to rapidly monetize power assets
    • Commercialization through ASIC Colocation: BITMAIN will consume the full ~15 EH/s deployment at full energization pursuant to a colocation agreement that will generate revenue for Hut 8’s Digital Infrastructure segment and includes a purchase option that, if exercised, would enable American Bitcoin to scale its self-mining capacity from 10 to ~25 EH/s

    About Hut 8 

    Hut 8 Corp. is an energy infrastructure platform integrating power, digital infrastructure, and compute at scale to fuel next-generation, energy-intensive use cases such as Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. We take a power-first, innovation-driven approach to developing, commercializing, and operating the critical infrastructure that underpins the breakthrough technologies of today and tomorrow. Our platform spans 1,020 megawatts of energy capacity under management across 15 sites in the United States and Canada: five Bitcoin mining, hosting, and Managed Services sites in Alberta, New York, and Texas, five high performance computing data centers in British Columbia and Ontario, four power generation assets in Ontario, and one non-operational site in Alberta. For more information, visit www.hut8.com and follow us on X at @Hut8Corp.

    Cautionary Note Regarding Forward–Looking Information

    This press release includes “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Canadian securities laws and United States securities laws, respectively (collectively, “forward-looking information”). All information, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release that address activities, events, or developments that Hut 8 expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future, including statements relating to the ability of the Vega facility to support up to ~15 EH/s of next-generation rack-based ASIC compute with direct-to-chip liquid cooling, the ability of Vega’s new Tier I data center form factor to narrow the gap between legacy air-cooled ASIC infrastructure and liquid-cooled GPU infrastructure, the ability of the infrastructure at the Vega facility to support ASIC deployments at densities of up to 180 kW per rack, the ability of the facility’s modular infrastructure to scale and evolve as workload requirements grow more complex, the performance of the infrastructure deployed at the Vega facility under real-world conditions, the relevance of the Vega design to AI training and other non-customer-facing HPC workloads, Hut 8’s intention to scale, refine, and deploy its design philosophy to bridge the gap between high-cost, high-redundancy builds and lower-cost, application-optimized infrastructure, the estimated revenues from the Bitmain colocation agreement and the factors impacting such revenues, the potential exercise of the ASIC purchase option and the benefits thereof to Hut 8 and American Bitcoin Corp., the total all-in cost to develop the Vega facility, and other such matters is forward-looking information. Forward-looking information is often identified by the words “may”, “would”, “could”, “should”, “will”, “intend”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “allow”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect”, “predict”, “can”, “might”, “potential”, “predict”, “is designed to”, “likely,” or similar expressions.

    Statements containing forward-looking information are not historical facts, but instead represent management’s expectations, estimates, and projections regarding future events based on certain material factors and assumptions at the time the statement was made. While considered reasonable by Hut 8 as of the date of this press release, such statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance, or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including, but not limited to, failure of critical systems; geopolitical, social, economic, and other events and circumstances; competition from current and future competitors; risks related to power requirements; cybersecurity threats and breaches; hazards and operational risks; changes in leasing arrangements; Internet-related disruptions; dependence on key personnel; having a limited operating history; attracting and retaining customers; entering into new offerings or lines of business; price fluctuations and rapidly changing technologies; construction of new data centers, data center expansions, or data center redevelopment; predicting facility requirements; strategic alliances or joint ventures; operating and expanding internationally; failing to grow hashrate; purchasing miners; relying on third-party mining pool service providers; uncertainty in the development and acceptance of the Bitcoin network; Bitcoin halving events; competition from other methods of investing in Bitcoin; concentration of Bitcoin holdings; hedging transactions; potential liquidity constraints; legal, regulatory, governmental, and technological uncertainties; physical risks related to climate change; involvement in legal proceedings; trading volatility; and other risks described from time to time in Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. In particular, see the Company’s recent and upcoming annual and quarterly reports and other continuous disclosure documents, which are available under the Company’s EDGAR profile at www.sec.gov and SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

    Hut 8 Corp. Investor Relations
    Sue Ennis
    ir@hut8.com

    Hut 8 Corp. Public Relations
    Gautier Lemyze-Young
    media@hut8.com

    Photos accompanying this announcement are available at

    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/99a463ce-e274-4ee7-a8e4-e134abc19825

    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/30d0ece1-8f33-4444-b754-a4c5f49538e5

    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/33bbd349-a468-455f-b11a-8cbaaad40232

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  • MIL-OSI: Hut 8 Energizes Vega Data Center

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    205 MW facility will support up to ~15 EH/s of next-generation rack-based ASIC compute with direct-to-chip liquid cooling

    Believed to be the largest single-building Bitcoin mining facility by nameplate hashrate

    MIAMI, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hut 8 Corp. (Nasdaq | TSX: HUT) (“Hut 8” or the “Company”), an energy infrastructure platform integrating power, digital infrastructure, and compute at scale to fuel next-generation, energy-intensive use cases such as Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing, today announced the initial energization of Vega. Based on publicly available information, we believe Vega to be the largest single-building Bitcoin mining facility by nameplate hashrate. Spanning the equivalent of five football fields and covering 162,000 square feet, Vega is powered by 205 megawatts (“MW”) of nameplate energy capacity and at full energization will support up to ~15 exahash per second (“EH/s”) of BITMAIN U3S21EXPH servers for Bitcoin mining ASIC compute, or nearly 2.0% of current global Bitcoin network hashrate.

    Vega debuts a new Tier I data center form factor that narrows the gap between legacy air-cooled ASIC infrastructure and liquid-cooled GPU infrastructure. Unlike traditional mining facilities that rely on forced-air cooling and shelving systems that constrain compute density, Vega features a proprietary, rack-based, direct-to-chip liquid cooling system designed in-house by Hut 8. The architecture supports ASIC deployments at densities of up to 180 kilowatts (“kW”) per rack.

    The system’s modular architecture—including pump skids, fluid distribution networks, server racks, switchboards, and smart power distribution units—was designed by Hut 8’s in-house development organization to optimize thermal efficiency, miner stability, and operational reliability. The result is materially higher compute density, greater thermal control, and improved uptime in high-ambient environments like Texas. Initial customer discussions support the potential viability of this architecture for future iterations of high-density, direct-to-chip liquid cooled infrastructure to support emerging HPC workloads and customer needs.

    “Vega exemplifies our innovation-driven approach to digital infrastructure design,” said Asher Genoot, CEO of Hut 8. “We built it for where we believe the market is going, using modular architecture and adaptive thermal systems designed to scale and evolve as workload requirements grow more complex. Over the past several weeks, as we’ve brought the site online, it has become clear how well this architecture performs under real-world conditions.”

    “Vega’s design is particularly relevant for AI training and other non-customer-facing HPC workloads, where we believe speed, density, and cost efficiency will increasingly take precedence over traditional redundancy standards,” said Jake Palmer, Senior Vice President of Development at Hut 8. “The project represents a design philosophy we intend to scale, refine, and deploy as we continue to bridge the gap between high-cost, high-redundancy builds and lower-cost, application-optimized infrastructure.”

    BITMAIN is the client for the full ~15 EH/s deployment at Vega under an ASIC colocation agreement. Based on ERCOT forward energy prices, the agreement is expected to generate between $110 million and $120 million in annualized revenue upon full energization, subject to factors including ERCOT energy pricing and facility uptime. The agreement also includes a purchase option that allows Hut 8 to acquire all or part of the hosted fleet in up to three tranches at a fixed price, exercisable within six months of each tranche’s energization. This structure gives Hut 8 the ability to convert the deployment into self-mining capacity for its Bitcoin mining subsidiary, American Bitcoin Corp., supporting growth in its scale from 10 EH/s to 25 EH/s.

    “We are proud to have partnered with Hut 8 to successfully develop and commercialize the next generation of ASIC compute technology,” said Irene Gao, Vice President of Mining at BITMAIN. “Vega demonstrates what is possible when two industry leaders with deep technical expertise come together to push the boundaries of performance, efficiency, and design. We believe this collaboration has set a new benchmark for the industry, and we look forward to expanding on this success in the coming years.”

    Project Highlights

    • Industrial scale: 205 MW of nameplate capacity with a power usage effectiveness (“PUE”) of 1.06, powered behind-the-meter by a wind farm and front-of-the-meter by the ERCOT grid
    • Rack-based architecture: Proprietary rack-based architecture supports 180 kilowatts per rack, 50% higher than the 120-kW requirement of NVIDIA Blackwell HGX GPUs
    • Next-generation ASIC compute technology: Site will host up to 17,280 BITMAIN U3S21EXPH servers (at full energization), the first ASIC miner mass-commercialized by BITMAIN with direct liquid-to-chip cooling within a U form factor, each delivering up to 860 terahash per second (“TH/s”) at 13 joules per terahash (“J/TH”)
    • Direct-to-chip liquid cooling: 96 custom-designed cooling modules circulate 120,000 gallons of glycol-water solution through a closed-loop, reverse return system designed to reduce water consumption versus conventional high-density cooling systems
    • Capital efficiency: Estimated all-in cost of approximately $430,000 to $450,000 per MW of nameplate capacity
    • Time to market: From site acquisition in July 2024 to initial energization in June 2025, Vega was brought online in under a year, demonstrating Hut 8’s ability to use Bitcoin mining infrastructure development to rapidly monetize power assets
    • Commercialization through ASIC Colocation: BITMAIN will consume the full ~15 EH/s deployment at full energization pursuant to a colocation agreement that will generate revenue for Hut 8’s Digital Infrastructure segment and includes a purchase option that, if exercised, would enable American Bitcoin to scale its self-mining capacity from 10 to ~25 EH/s

    About Hut 8 

    Hut 8 Corp. is an energy infrastructure platform integrating power, digital infrastructure, and compute at scale to fuel next-generation, energy-intensive use cases such as Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. We take a power-first, innovation-driven approach to developing, commercializing, and operating the critical infrastructure that underpins the breakthrough technologies of today and tomorrow. Our platform spans 1,020 megawatts of energy capacity under management across 15 sites in the United States and Canada: five Bitcoin mining, hosting, and Managed Services sites in Alberta, New York, and Texas, five high performance computing data centers in British Columbia and Ontario, four power generation assets in Ontario, and one non-operational site in Alberta. For more information, visit www.hut8.com and follow us on X at @Hut8Corp.

    Cautionary Note Regarding Forward–Looking Information

    This press release includes “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Canadian securities laws and United States securities laws, respectively (collectively, “forward-looking information”). All information, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release that address activities, events, or developments that Hut 8 expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future, including statements relating to the ability of the Vega facility to support up to ~15 EH/s of next-generation rack-based ASIC compute with direct-to-chip liquid cooling, the ability of Vega’s new Tier I data center form factor to narrow the gap between legacy air-cooled ASIC infrastructure and liquid-cooled GPU infrastructure, the ability of the infrastructure at the Vega facility to support ASIC deployments at densities of up to 180 kW per rack, the ability of the facility’s modular infrastructure to scale and evolve as workload requirements grow more complex, the performance of the infrastructure deployed at the Vega facility under real-world conditions, the relevance of the Vega design to AI training and other non-customer-facing HPC workloads, Hut 8’s intention to scale, refine, and deploy its design philosophy to bridge the gap between high-cost, high-redundancy builds and lower-cost, application-optimized infrastructure, the estimated revenues from the Bitmain colocation agreement and the factors impacting such revenues, the potential exercise of the ASIC purchase option and the benefits thereof to Hut 8 and American Bitcoin Corp., the total all-in cost to develop the Vega facility, and other such matters is forward-looking information. Forward-looking information is often identified by the words “may”, “would”, “could”, “should”, “will”, “intend”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “allow”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect”, “predict”, “can”, “might”, “potential”, “predict”, “is designed to”, “likely,” or similar expressions.

    Statements containing forward-looking information are not historical facts, but instead represent management’s expectations, estimates, and projections regarding future events based on certain material factors and assumptions at the time the statement was made. While considered reasonable by Hut 8 as of the date of this press release, such statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance, or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including, but not limited to, failure of critical systems; geopolitical, social, economic, and other events and circumstances; competition from current and future competitors; risks related to power requirements; cybersecurity threats and breaches; hazards and operational risks; changes in leasing arrangements; Internet-related disruptions; dependence on key personnel; having a limited operating history; attracting and retaining customers; entering into new offerings or lines of business; price fluctuations and rapidly changing technologies; construction of new data centers, data center expansions, or data center redevelopment; predicting facility requirements; strategic alliances or joint ventures; operating and expanding internationally; failing to grow hashrate; purchasing miners; relying on third-party mining pool service providers; uncertainty in the development and acceptance of the Bitcoin network; Bitcoin halving events; competition from other methods of investing in Bitcoin; concentration of Bitcoin holdings; hedging transactions; potential liquidity constraints; legal, regulatory, governmental, and technological uncertainties; physical risks related to climate change; involvement in legal proceedings; trading volatility; and other risks described from time to time in Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. In particular, see the Company’s recent and upcoming annual and quarterly reports and other continuous disclosure documents, which are available under the Company’s EDGAR profile at www.sec.gov and SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

    Hut 8 Corp. Investor Relations
    Sue Ennis
    ir@hut8.com

    Hut 8 Corp. Public Relations
    Gautier Lemyze-Young
    media@hut8.com

    Photos accompanying this announcement are available at

    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/99a463ce-e274-4ee7-a8e4-e134abc19825

    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/30d0ece1-8f33-4444-b754-a4c5f49538e5

    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/33bbd349-a468-455f-b11a-8cbaaad40232

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  • MIL-OSI: Hyperscale Data Subsidiary askROI Surpasses 300,000 App Downloads on Apple App Store and Google Play

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LAS VEGAS, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hyperscale Data, Inc. (NYSE American: GPUS), a diversified holding company (“Hyperscale Data” or the “Company”), today announced that its wholly owned indirect subsidiary askROI, Inc. (“askROI”), has surpassed 300,000 cumulative app downloads between the Apple App Store and Google Play.

    askROI recently announced the launch of its app in both the Apple App Store and Google Play, offering users access to advanced artificial intelligence (“AI”) tools for both personal and business applications. Despite minimal marketing efforts to date, askROI’s organic traction continues to grow as askROI continues to improve platform functionality.

    “The askROI platform has seen significant growth since our last update announcing that we had surpassed 160,000 downloads,” stated Milton “Todd” Ault III, Founder and Executive Chairman of Hyperscale Data. “We are extremely pleased with the growth and are excited to announce new platform upgrades in the coming weeks.”

    For more information on Hyperscale Data and its subsidiaries, Hyperscale Data recommends that stockholders, investors and any other interested parties read Hyperscale Data’s public filings and press releases available under the Investor Relations section at hyperscaledata.com or available at www.sec.gov.

    About Hyperscale Data, Inc.

    Through its wholly owned subsidiary Sentinum, Inc., Hyperscale Data owns and operates a data center at which it mines digital assets and offers colocation and hosting services for the emerging AI ecosystems and other industries. Hyperscale Data’s other wholly owned subsidiary, ACG, is a diversified holding company pursuing growth by acquiring undervalued businesses and disruptive technologies with a global impact.

    Hyperscale Data expects to divest itself of ACG on or about December 31, 2025 (the “Divestiture”). Upon the occurrence of the Divestiture, the Company would solely be an owner and operator of data centers to support HPC services, though it may at that time continue to operate in the digital asset space as described in the Company’s filings with the SEC. Until the Divestiture occurs, the Company will continue to provide, through ACG and its wholly and majority-owned subsidiaries and strategic investments, mission-critical products that support a diverse range of industries, including an AI software platform, social gaming platform, equipment rental services, defense/aerospace, industrial, automotive, medical/biopharma and hotel operations. In addition, ACG is actively engaged in private credit and structured finance through a licensed lending subsidiary. Hyperscale Data’s headquarters are located at 11411 Southern Highlands Parkway, Suite 190, Las Vegas, NV 89141.

    On December 23, 2024, the Company issued one million (1,000,000) shares of a newly designated Series F Exchangeable Preferred Stock (the “Series F Preferred Stock”) to all common stockholders and holders of the Series C Convertible Preferred Stock on an as-converted basis. The Divestiture will occur through the voluntary exchange of the Series F Preferred Stock for shares of Class A Common Stock and Class B Common Stock of ACG (collectively, the “ACG Shares”). The Company reminds its stockholders that only those holders of the Series F Preferred Stock who agree to surrender such shares, and do not properly withdraw such surrender, in the exchange offer through which the Divestiture will occur, will be entitled to receive the ACG Shares and consequently be stockholders of ACG upon the occurrence of the Divestiture.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements generally include statements that are predictive in nature and depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, and include words such as “believes,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “projects,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “strategy,” “future,” “opportunity,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “potential,” or similar expressions. Statements that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on current beliefs and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties.

    Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any of them publicly in light of new information or future events. Actual results could differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement as a result of various factors. More information, including potential risk factors, that could affect the Company’s business and financial results are included in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, the Company’s Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K. All filings are available at www.sec.gov and on the Company’s website at hyperscaledata.com.

    Hyperscale Data Investor Contact:
    IR@hyperscaledata.com or 1-888-753-2235

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  • MIL-OSI: Hyperscale Data Subsidiary askROI Surpasses 300,000 App Downloads on Apple App Store and Google Play

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LAS VEGAS, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hyperscale Data, Inc. (NYSE American: GPUS), a diversified holding company (“Hyperscale Data” or the “Company”), today announced that its wholly owned indirect subsidiary askROI, Inc. (“askROI”), has surpassed 300,000 cumulative app downloads between the Apple App Store and Google Play.

    askROI recently announced the launch of its app in both the Apple App Store and Google Play, offering users access to advanced artificial intelligence (“AI”) tools for both personal and business applications. Despite minimal marketing efforts to date, askROI’s organic traction continues to grow as askROI continues to improve platform functionality.

    “The askROI platform has seen significant growth since our last update announcing that we had surpassed 160,000 downloads,” stated Milton “Todd” Ault III, Founder and Executive Chairman of Hyperscale Data. “We are extremely pleased with the growth and are excited to announce new platform upgrades in the coming weeks.”

    For more information on Hyperscale Data and its subsidiaries, Hyperscale Data recommends that stockholders, investors and any other interested parties read Hyperscale Data’s public filings and press releases available under the Investor Relations section at hyperscaledata.com or available at www.sec.gov.

    About Hyperscale Data, Inc.

    Through its wholly owned subsidiary Sentinum, Inc., Hyperscale Data owns and operates a data center at which it mines digital assets and offers colocation and hosting services for the emerging AI ecosystems and other industries. Hyperscale Data’s other wholly owned subsidiary, ACG, is a diversified holding company pursuing growth by acquiring undervalued businesses and disruptive technologies with a global impact.

    Hyperscale Data expects to divest itself of ACG on or about December 31, 2025 (the “Divestiture”). Upon the occurrence of the Divestiture, the Company would solely be an owner and operator of data centers to support HPC services, though it may at that time continue to operate in the digital asset space as described in the Company’s filings with the SEC. Until the Divestiture occurs, the Company will continue to provide, through ACG and its wholly and majority-owned subsidiaries and strategic investments, mission-critical products that support a diverse range of industries, including an AI software platform, social gaming platform, equipment rental services, defense/aerospace, industrial, automotive, medical/biopharma and hotel operations. In addition, ACG is actively engaged in private credit and structured finance through a licensed lending subsidiary. Hyperscale Data’s headquarters are located at 11411 Southern Highlands Parkway, Suite 190, Las Vegas, NV 89141.

    On December 23, 2024, the Company issued one million (1,000,000) shares of a newly designated Series F Exchangeable Preferred Stock (the “Series F Preferred Stock”) to all common stockholders and holders of the Series C Convertible Preferred Stock on an as-converted basis. The Divestiture will occur through the voluntary exchange of the Series F Preferred Stock for shares of Class A Common Stock and Class B Common Stock of ACG (collectively, the “ACG Shares”). The Company reminds its stockholders that only those holders of the Series F Preferred Stock who agree to surrender such shares, and do not properly withdraw such surrender, in the exchange offer through which the Divestiture will occur, will be entitled to receive the ACG Shares and consequently be stockholders of ACG upon the occurrence of the Divestiture.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements generally include statements that are predictive in nature and depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, and include words such as “believes,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “projects,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “strategy,” “future,” “opportunity,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “potential,” or similar expressions. Statements that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on current beliefs and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties.

    Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any of them publicly in light of new information or future events. Actual results could differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement as a result of various factors. More information, including potential risk factors, that could affect the Company’s business and financial results are included in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, the Company’s Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K. All filings are available at www.sec.gov and on the Company’s website at hyperscaledata.com.

    Hyperscale Data Investor Contact:
    IR@hyperscaledata.com or 1-888-753-2235

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  • MIL-OSI: Historic Dual Market Exchange Celebration: NIRI to Ring the Closing Bells at NYSE and Nasdaq

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

         –  Closing Bell Ceremonies live at 4:00 p.m. ET on Monday, June 30, 2025

    PHILADELPHIA, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Philadelphia Chapter of NIRI: The Association for Investor Relations is pleased to announce that today, NIRI will make history by ringing the closing bell at both the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq. This simultaneous celebration recognizes the investor relations profession and its strategic value for the capital markets.

    The dual bell ceremonies, taking place at 4:00 p.m. ET, are co-hosted by NIRI and the NIRI Philadelphia Chapter. Representatives from NIRI and its multiple chapters across the country will participate in this iconic event, with approximately 100 investor relations professionals gathering in New York City for this milestone moment.

    At the New York Stock Exchange, Nahla A. Azmy, President of NIRI Philadelphia, and Matthew D. Brusch, President and CEO of NIRI, will share bell-ringing honors on behalf of the NIRI organization.

    At Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square, Lisa M. Caperelli, NIRI Board Director and Vice President of Sponsorships for the NIRI Philadelphia Chapter, will represent NIRI for the closing bell ceremony.

    Tune in to watch the Closing Bell Ceremonies live at 4:00 p.m. ET:

    NYSE: https://www.nyse.com/bell

    Nasdaq: https://www.nasdaq.com/marketsite/bell-ringing-ceremony

    About the NIRI Philadelphia Chapter
    NIRI Philadelphia, formed in 1971, is a professional association of investor relations officers, communicators, consultants and providers serving organizations in the Greater Philadelphia area. NIRI Philadelphia includes members from a variety of industries and market cap sizes who are responsible for communications between their organizations, the investing public, and the financial community. NIRI Philadelphia’s goal is to provide its members the resources needed to be strategic leaders in their organizations.

    About NIRI: The Association for Investor Relations 
    Founded in 1969, NIRI is the professional association of corporate officers and investor relations consultants responsible for communication among corporate management, shareholders, securities analysts, and other financial community constituents. NIRI is the largest professional investor relations association in the world with members representing over 1,500 publicly held companies and $12 trillion in stock market capitalization.

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  • MIL-OSI: Historic Dual Market Exchange Celebration: NIRI to Ring the Closing Bells at NYSE and Nasdaq

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

         –  Closing Bell Ceremonies live at 4:00 p.m. ET on Monday, June 30, 2025

    PHILADELPHIA, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Philadelphia Chapter of NIRI: The Association for Investor Relations is pleased to announce that today, NIRI will make history by ringing the closing bell at both the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq. This simultaneous celebration recognizes the investor relations profession and its strategic value for the capital markets.

    The dual bell ceremonies, taking place at 4:00 p.m. ET, are co-hosted by NIRI and the NIRI Philadelphia Chapter. Representatives from NIRI and its multiple chapters across the country will participate in this iconic event, with approximately 100 investor relations professionals gathering in New York City for this milestone moment.

    At the New York Stock Exchange, Nahla A. Azmy, President of NIRI Philadelphia, and Matthew D. Brusch, President and CEO of NIRI, will share bell-ringing honors on behalf of the NIRI organization.

    At Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square, Lisa M. Caperelli, NIRI Board Director and Vice President of Sponsorships for the NIRI Philadelphia Chapter, will represent NIRI for the closing bell ceremony.

    Tune in to watch the Closing Bell Ceremonies live at 4:00 p.m. ET:

    NYSE: https://www.nyse.com/bell

    Nasdaq: https://www.nasdaq.com/marketsite/bell-ringing-ceremony

    About the NIRI Philadelphia Chapter
    NIRI Philadelphia, formed in 1971, is a professional association of investor relations officers, communicators, consultants and providers serving organizations in the Greater Philadelphia area. NIRI Philadelphia includes members from a variety of industries and market cap sizes who are responsible for communications between their organizations, the investing public, and the financial community. NIRI Philadelphia’s goal is to provide its members the resources needed to be strategic leaders in their organizations.

    About NIRI: The Association for Investor Relations 
    Founded in 1969, NIRI is the professional association of corporate officers and investor relations consultants responsible for communication among corporate management, shareholders, securities analysts, and other financial community constituents. NIRI is the largest professional investor relations association in the world with members representing over 1,500 publicly held companies and $12 trillion in stock market capitalization.

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  • MIL-OSI: 2025 Incentive Awards

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sintana Energy Inc. (TSX-V: SEI, OTCQX: SEUSF) (“Sintana” or the “Company”) reports that its Board of Directors has approved grants of a total of 4.3 million equity incentive awards comprised of 100,000 common stock options and 4.2 million restricted share units to several directors and officers of the Company. The options have an exercise price of CA $0.73, vest in three equal tranches over the next 24 months and will expire on June 27, 2035.

    ABOUT SINTANA ENERGY:

    The Company is engaged in petroleum and natural gas exploration and development activities on six large, highly prospective, onshore and offshore petroleum exploration licenses in Namibia, an onshore joint venture in Angola and a project in Colombia’s Magdalena Basin.

    On behalf of Sintana Energy Inc.,
    “Robert Bose”
    Chief Executive Officer

    For additional information or to sign-up to receive periodic updates about Sintana’s projects, and corporate activities, please visit the Company’s website at www.sintanaenergy.com

    Corporate Contacts:   Investor Relations Advisor:
    Robert Bose Sean Austin  Jonathan Paterson
    Chief Executive Officer Vice-President Founder & Managing Partner
    212-201-4125 713-825-9591 Harbor Access
        475-477-9401
         

    Forward-Looking Statements

    Certain information in this release are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements consist of statements that are not purely historical, including statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intensions for the future, and include, but not limited to, statements with respect to potential future farmout agreements on PEL 83 and/or PEL 87, and proposed future exploration and development activities on PEL 83 and/or PEL 90 and neighbouring properties, as well as the prospective nature of the Company’s property interests. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, performance or developments to differ materially from those contained in the statements, including, but not limited to risks relating to the receipt of all applicable regulatory approvals, results of exploration and development activities, the ability to source joint venture partners and fund exploration, permitting and government approvals, and other risks identified in the Company’s public disclosure documents from time to time. Readers are cautioned that the assumptions used in the preparation of such information, although considered reasonable at the time of preparation, may prove to be imprecise and, as such, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements. The Company assumes no obligation to update such information, except as may be required by law.

    NEITHER THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.

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  • MIL-OSI: Order.co Names Larry Robinett to Lead Partnerships and Drive Adoption of Its Workday Built Procurement Integration

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Order.co, the world’s leading B2B Ecommerce Platform, welcomes Larry Robinett as Head of Workday Accounts & Alliances. Robinett joins the company to expand strategic partnerships and scale adoption of Order.co’s exclusive Workday Built integration.

    Robinett brings more than two decades of experience in enterprise software and strategic alliances, with a long-standing focus on the Workday ecosystem. Most notably, he served as Vice President of Sales and Partner Alliances at Ascend Software. Here, he successfully spearheaded the company’s strategic partnership with Workday to help customers streamline accounts payable operations.

    As a result of the partnership, customers experienced significant efficiency gains and cost savings through AP automation, allowing them to scale operations without adding headcount – all while maximizing their investment in Workday Financial Management. Now, as the Head of Workday Accounts & Alliances at Order.co, Robinett will lead efforts to expand enterprise adoption of the company’s innovative Workday integration. With the integration at customers’ fingertips, they can unlock greater control, efficiency, and savings with a modern procurement experience from requisition to reconciliation.

    “I’m thrilled to join Order.co at such an exciting stage of growth,” Robinett said. “As someone who has worked extensively in the Workday ecosystem, I’m especially proud to join a company with a Workday Built integration, an achievement that reflects close collaboration with Workday’s product teams to deliver meaningful value to joint customers. I look forward to building strong partnerships and helping Workday Financial Management customers simplify and modernize their procurement experience in Workday.”

    As a Workday Select Partner, Order.co worked closely with Workday to co-develop an embedded B2B Ecommerce experience directly within the Workday platform. Using Order.co’s exclusive “Integrated Search”, customers can purchase all the items they need from the best-fit suppliers without leaving the Workday portal. Teams can search for any item and browse pre-approved products within their custom catalog, complete with contracted pricing or cost-effective alternatives. Submitting an order automatically generates a pre-populated requisition, eliminating the need for manual, error-prone data entry. Once approved, Order.co handles vendor fulfillment, and pre-coded invoices load seamlessly into Workday.

    Some of the benefits of leveraging Integrated Search include:

    • Faster purchasing – Employees can shop directly within Workday and automatically create requisitions with all the relevant data, eliminating the need to manually fill out purchase requests or toggle between vendor websites.
    • Stronger purchasing compliance – Users gain access to a pre-approved catalog of vendors and items, ensuring all purchases align with company policies and negotiated contracts.
    • Reduced rogue spend – Instead of going outside the system for small or ad-hoc purchases, employees can buy what they need directly through Integrated Search. Every purchase is captured in Workday, with built-in approvals and visibility – reducing out-of-policy spend without adding friction.
    • Faster supplier onboarding – Instead of developing costly punchouts, teams can easily add products from any supplier into Order.co’s centralized catalog, accelerating adoption and simplifying procurement operations.

    Order.co’s customers have raved about the integration, with Kyle Ingerman, Finance Transformations Senior Manager at WeWork, saying, “I cannot tell you how much time, effort, and money [the Order.co integration] has saved us.”

    To learn more about Order.co’s Workday-built integration, visit https://www.order.co/workday-procurement-integration/.

    About Order.co

    Order.co simplifies business buying by combining the ease of online shopping with the sophistication of world-class purchase order and AP automation. The result? Businesses cut costs and complexity with every order.

    Hundreds of companies, like WeWork and Hugo Boss, leverage Order.co to centralize purchase-to-pay workflows, scale operations, and gain total control over spending – saving an average of 5% on products. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York City, Order.co has raised $70M in funding from industry-leading investors like MIT, Stage 2 Capital, Rally Ventures, 645 Ventures, and more. To learn more, visit order.co.

    About Workday

    Workday is the AI platform for managing people, money, and agents. The Workday platform is built with AI at the core to help customers elevate people, supercharge work, and move their business forever forward. Workday is used by more than 11,000 organizations around the world and across industries – from medium-sized businesses to more than 60% of the Fortune 500. For more information about Workday, visit workday.com.

    Media Contact

    Allison Reich
    Senior Manager of Brand, Content & Enablement
    Allison.reich@order.co

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  • MIL-OSI: Granite Merchant Funding Now Offers Financing from $750,000 to $2 Million

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    MIAMI, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Granite Merchant Funding, a leading provider of revenue-based working capital solutions, is proud to announce an expansion of its funding capabilities. The company now offers financing for deals ranging from $750,000 to $2 million, providing more robust support for growing businesses across various industries.

    With this, Granite Merchant Funding strengthens its commitment to delivering accessible, flexible funding that helps business owners scale with confidence. Known for its fast approvals, personalized service, and cash-flow-based qualification process, the company is a trusted partner for entrepreneurs looking to invest in growth opportunities without the red tape of traditional lending.

    Granite Merchant Funding specializes in helping small and mid-sized businesses secure the capital they need to purchase equipment, expand operations, launch marketing campaigns, manage cash flow, or hire additional staff. Unlike conventional lenders that rely heavily on credit history, Granite Merchant Funding evaluates a business’s current revenue performance, enabling faster decision-making and higher approval rates.

    “Expanding our deal size to $2 million is a reflection of the growing needs of the businesses we serve,” said Senior Marketing Manager Anthony Parker. “We’re seeing more demand from companies ready to take the next big step, and we want to be there to support them with fast, reliable capital when it matters most.”

    The company’s efficient and user-friendly funding process allows qualified businesses to access capital in as little as 24 hours after approval. This level of speed and responsiveness ensures that business owners can act quickly on time-sensitive opportunities or address urgent operational needs without delay.

    Granite Merchant Funding serves various industries, including construction, retail, professional services, healthcare, and more. Every funding solution is customized to align with the client’s cash flow and growth strategy, making the process fast, innovative, and strategic.

    With this new funding range, Granite Merchant Funding is poised to significantly impact businesses seeking larger-scale capital solutions. The company continues to set the standard in alternative business financing by delivering exceptional service and personalized attention.

    About Granite Merchant Funding

    Granite Merchant Funding provides revenue-based financing to established business owners seeking to scale. Through professional services, it serves various industries, from construction to retail, helping clients access $750K to $2MM in working capital to grow, invest, or manage operations. Granite Merchant Funding combines expertise with a streamlined process, offering reliable and transparent funding solutions, along with high-quality service and guidance from its professionals.

    Media Contact
    Anthony Parker
    anthony.parker@granitefunding.com
    (888) 912-4243

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  • MIL-OSI: As New Energy Tax Policy Takes Shape, T1 Energy Confident It is Well Positioned

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    AUSTIN, Texas and NEW YORK, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — T1 Energy Inc. (NYSE: TE) (“T1,” “T1 Energy,” or the “Company”) values the ongoing support in the current draft of the budget bill under consideration in the U.S. Senate for the 45X Production Tax Credit, which encourages domestic production of solar modules and component pieces. This tax policy, backed by both houses of Congress and provisionally extended through 2032, provides a foundation for the growth of a domestic solar supply chain. T1 Energy expects to participate in and benefit from that growth.

    In addition, the proposed language in the budget bill maintains transferability and stackability of 45X credits. T1 views both as important incentives for the domestic solar manufacturing industry in general, and specifically for T1 by providing financing options and flexibility. The ability to potentially stack the 45X credits from integrated U.S. cell and module production is expected to contribute meaningfully to T1’s EBITDA generation.

    These elements of the budget bill are important for T1 as the Company continues to advance several capital formation initiatives to fund development of G2_Austin, its planned 5 GW U.S. Solar Cell Facility in Milam County, Texas. Finalization of the budget bill and a policy framework that supports T1’s domestic content strategy are key steps to advance T1’s project financing, customer offtake discussions and other related funding initiatives. The Company expects to complete the capital formation process to reach the start of construction at G2_Austin in Q3 2025.

    T1 Energy is evaluating the recently added proposal to implement an excise tax on certain solar projects that include a substantial percentage of components from a Foreign Entity of Concern (“FEOC”) nation. As a young and nimble company, T1 Energy believes it will be able to align its manufacturing operations with the final version of the bill. If the FEOC tax is in the final draft, T1 expects to be able to provide American solar modules exempt from the tax. If the provision is removed, T1 will continue with existing plans to provide high efficiency, cost-competitive modules from G1_Dallas, its operational 5 GW Solar Module Facility, while the Company evaluates its most attractive value creation opportunities.

    “Solar energy strengthens our electric grids and lowers electricity prices for Americans and American businesses. We see this every day on the Texas grid as solar supports the state’s dynamic population and economic growth through abundance and affordability. Solar is not a problem. It’s an answer. And it needs to be made in America,” said T1 Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer Daniel Barcelo.

    About T1 Energy

    T1 Energy Inc. (NYSE: TE) is an energy solutions provider building an integrated U.S. supply chain for solar and batteries. In December 2024, T1 completed a transformative transaction, positioning the Company as one of the leading solar manufacturing companies in the United States, with a complementary solar and battery storage strategy. Based in the United States with plans to expand its operations in America, the Company is also exploring value optimization opportunities across its portfolio of assets in Europe.

    To learn more about T1, please visit www.T1energy.com and follow us on social media.

    Investor contact:

    Jeffrey Spittel
    EVP, Investor Relations and Corporate Development
    jeffrey.spittel@T1energy.com
    Tel: +1 409 599 5706

    Media contact:

    Russell Gold
    EVP, Strategic Communications
    russell.gold@T1energy.com
    Tel: +1 214 616 9715

    Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward-Looking Statements:

    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements contained in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including without limitation with respect to: the Company’s ability to deliver solar modules exempt from proposed tax and any associated advantage in the solar marketplace; the duration of the 45X Production Tax Credit policy; the proposed tax policy providing a foundation for the growth of a domestic solar supply chain and the Company’s expected participation and benefit from such growth; the final form of the budget bill, including the transferability and stackability of 45X credits, and any benefits to the Company on its financing options and flexibility; the extent to which potential stackability of 45X credits may contribute meaningfully to T1’s EBITDA generation; T1’s ability to align its manufacturing operations with the final version of the budget bill and comply with the bill; the Company’s commitment to shareholders and customers; the Company’s capital formation initiatives to fund G2_Austin and the timeline for its construction; the Company’s ongoing customer offtake discussions; and the Company’s commitment to provide modules that are exempt from the proposed FEOC tax. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations. These statements are neither promises nor guarantees, but involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors that may cause actual future events, results, or achievements to be materially different from the Company’s expectations and projections expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Important factors include, but are not limited to, those discussed under the caption “Risk Factors” in (i) T1’s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on March 31, 2025, as amended and supplemented by Amendment No. 1 on Form 10-K/A filed with the SEC on April 30, 2025, and T1’s quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 filed with the SEC on May 15, 2025, (ii) T1’s post-effective Amendment No. 1 to the Registration Statement on Form S-3 filed with the SEC on January 4, 2024, and (iii) T1’s Registration Statement on Form S-4 filed with the SEC on September 8, 2023 and subsequent amendments thereto filed on October 13, 2023, October 19, 2023 and October 31, 2023. All of the above referenced filings are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release and are based on information available to the Company as of the date of this press release, and the Company assumes no obligation to update such forward-looking statements, all of which are expressly qualified by the statements in this section, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

    T1 intends to use its website as a channel of distribution to disclose information which may be of interest or material to investors and to communicate with investors and the public. Such disclosures will be included on T1’s website in the ‘Investor Relations’ section. T1, and its CEO and Chairman of the Board, Daniel Barcelo, also intend to use certain social media channels, including, but not limited to, X, LinkedIn and Instagram, as means of communicating with the public and investors about T1, its progress, products, and other matters. While not all the information that T1 or Daniel Barcelo post to their respective digital platforms may be deemed to be of a material nature, some information may be. As a result, T1 encourages investors and others interested to review the information that it and Daniel Barcelo posts and to monitor such portions of T1’s website and social media channels on a regular basis, in addition to following T1’s press releases, SEC filings, and public conference calls and webcasts. The contents of T1’s website and its and Daniel Barcelo’s social media channels shall not be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.

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  • MIL-OSI: Global Net Lease Credit Ratings Upgraded By S&P Global

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Global Net Lease, Inc. (NYSE: GNL) (“GNL” or the “Company”) announced today that S&P Global has upgraded its corporate credit rating to BB+ from BB following the successful $1.8 billion sale of GNL’s multi-tenant portfolio, which enabled a substantial paydown of GNL’s debt. S&P also raised its issue-level rating on GNL’s unsecured notes to an investment-grade BBB- from BB+.

    As a result of the multi-tenant portfolio sale, GNL’s streamlined portfolio of diversified, long-term triple-net leases features a broad tenant base, minimal near-term lease expirations, high occupancy, and strengthened operating metrics.

    “We believe S&P’s upgrade of our credit ratings further validates the decisive actions we’ve taken to strengthen GNL’s balance sheet and portfolio,” said Michael Weil, CEO of GNL. “Our disciplined execution of a capital strategy designed to improve our credit profile and enhance shareholder value has created tangible results that we intend to build upon in the second half of 2025 and beyond. We are committed to further strengthening GNL’s financial position though continued leverage reduction and lowering our cost of capital.”

    About Global Net Lease, Inc.

    Global Net Lease, Inc. (NYSE: GNL) is a publicly traded internally managed real estate investment trust that focuses on acquiring and managing a global portfolio of income producing net lease assets across the U.S., and Western and Northern Europe. Additional information about GNL can be found on its website at www.globalnetlease.com. 

    Important Notice

    The statements in this press release that are not historical facts may be forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause the outcome to be materially different. The words such as “may,”  “will,”  “seeks,”  “anticipates,”  “believes,”  “expects,”  “estimates,”  “projects,”  “potential,”  “predicts,”  “plans,”  “intends,”  “would,”  “could,”  “should” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside of the Company’s control, which could cause actual results to differ materially from the results contemplated by the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include the risks that any potential future acquisition or disposition by the Company is subject to market conditions, capital availability and timing considerations and may not be identified or completed on favorable terms, or at all. Some of the risks and uncertainties, although not all risks and uncertainties, that could cause the Company’s actual results to differ materially from those presented in the Company’s forward-looking statements are set forth in the “Risk Factors” and “Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk” sections in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, and all of its other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, as such risks, uncertainties and other important factors may be updated from time to time in the Company’s subsequent reports. Further, forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results over time, unless required by law.

    Contacts:
    Investor Relations
    Email: investorrelations@globalnetlease.com
    Phone: (332) 265-2020

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  • MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Solaris Presale Gains Strong Momentum Ahead of Upcoming Launch

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TALLINN, Estonia, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitcoin Solaris (BTC-S) has announced a major milestone in its ongoing token presale, officially surpassing $5.8 million in early commitments from over 12,800 participants worldwide. With less than five weeks remaining before launch, interest in the dual-layer blockchain has accelerated, positioning BTC-S as one of the year’s most closely watched crypto presales.

    Designed to address long-standing limitations in scalability, speed, and accessibility, Bitcoin Solaris combines a Proof-of-Work base layer with a Delegated Proof-of-Stake (DPoS) execution layer, enabling over 10,000 transactions per second (TPS), sub-2-second finality, and dramatically lower energy consumption. According to the project team, Bitcoin Solaris operates with 99.95% less energy usage than traditional mining-based blockchains.

    Why Everyone Is Now Talking About BTC-S

    From influencer videos to Telegram channels, the buzz around Bitcoin Solaris is not just hype. It is driven by fundamentals and real innovation. Even major voices in the space are weighing in.

    A detailed review by Crypto Vlog breaks down why this project stands out from the sea of recycled layer-1s and copycat tokens. From smart contract flexibility to cross-chain compatibility, BTC-S is getting attention for being bold and original.

    Early Bitcoin Changed Lives, BTC-S Is the Second Chance

    Presale Momentum: Fastest Rise in the Market?

    Investors are rushing in. And for good reason. The Bitcoin Solaris presale is being called one of the shortest and most explosive in crypto history.

    • Over $5.8 million raised so far
    • More than 12,800 users onboarded
    • Less than 5 weeks left before launch
    • Presale in Phase 10 at $10 per token
    • Launch price confirmed at $20, with a 6% bonus for new buyers

    That means a 150 percent return is practically baked in for early investors. For receiving your BTC-S tokens securely on launch day, Trust Wallet and Metamask are the preferred options.

    And this isn’t just FOMO. BTC-S has passed major due diligence. It’s already audited by Cyberscope and Freshcoins. Community discussions are alive on Telegram and X, where crypto veterans and curious newcomers alike are lining up for early access.

    A Future Built on Speed, Security, and Smart Contracts

    Bitcoin Solaris was engineered to solve what Bitcoin cannot. High fees, slow confirmation times, and limited programmability are outdated in the Web3 world. BTC-S fixes that with:

    • 10,000+ TPS performance using dual consensus
    • Validator rotation every few seconds for better security
    • Rust-based smart contracts that support full DeFi functionality
    • Fast 2-second finality, making it viable for real-time payments
    • 99.95 percent energy reduction, opening the door to ESG-compliant investments

    And all of this will soon be in the palm of your hand. Mining BTC-S will be possible through the upcoming Solaris Nova app, which turns your phone into a revenue stream. Curious about earnings? Use the profit calculator to see daily estimates based on your phone type.

    What’s Next: Roadmap Highlights

    While the presale hype is real, Bitcoin Solaris is building for the long game. According to the public roadmap, the next milestones include:

    • Full mainnet launch in Q3 2026
    • Solaris Nova app release with AI optimizations
    • Developer toolkit rollout and cross-chain DApp support
    • Enterprise adoption through Fortune 500 partnerships
    • Future-ready infrastructure, including quantum-resistant security

    This isn’t a roadmap filled with vague promises. Every phase is tied to deliverables, integrations, and real-world applications. BTC-S is setting up a full ecosystem that doesn’t just aim for the moon; it builds the launchpad first.

    Conclusion: One of the Smartest Bets of the Year?

    Let’s be clear. Bitcoin Solaris is not just another altcoin. It’s a second chance at generational wealth, powered by scalable tech, early incentives, and unmatched mobile mining accessibility. As BTC-S gears up for launch, the only question left is who acted early enough to catch the 150 percent wave before it’s gone.

    For More Information:
    Website: https://www.bitcoinsolaris.com
     Telegram: https://t.me/Bitcoinsolaris
     X (Twitter): https://x.com/BitcoinSolaris

    Media Contact:
    Xander Levine
    press@bitcoinsolaris.com
    Press Kit: Available upon request

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Sectoral Deployment of Bank Credit – May 2025

    Source: Reserve Bank of India

    Data on sectoral deployment of bank credit for the month1 of May 2025 collected from 41 select scheduled commercial banks (SCBs), accounting for about 95 per cent of the total non-food credit by all SCBs, are set out in Statements I and II.

    On a year-on-year (y-o-y) basis, non-food bank credit2 as on the fortnight ended May 30, 2025, grew3 by 9.8 per cent as compared to 16.2 per cent during the corresponding fortnight of the previous year (i.e., May 31, 2024).

    Highlights of the sectoral deployment of bank credit3 as on the fortnight ended May 30, 2025 are given below:

    • Credit to agriculture and allied activities registered a y-o-y growth of 7.5 per cent (21.6 per cent in the corresponding fortnight of the previous year).

    • Credit to industry recorded a y-o-y growth of 4.9 per cent, compared with 8.9 per cent in the corresponding fortnight of the previous year. Among major industries, outstanding credit to ‘all engineering’, ‘construction’ and ‘rubber, plastic and their products’ recorded an accelerated y-o-y growth.

    • Credit to services sector moderated to 9.4 per cent y-o-y (20.7 per cent in the corresponding fortnight of the previous year), primarily due to decelerated growth in credit to ‘non-banking financial companies’ (NBFCs). Credit growth to ‘computer software’ segment remained robust.

    • Credit to personal loans segment registered a decelerated y-o-y growth of 13.7 per cent, as compared with 19.3 per cent a year ago, largely due to moderation in growth of ‘other personal loans’, ‘vehicle loans’ and ‘credit card outstanding’.

    Ajit Prasad          
    Deputy General Manager
    (Communications)    

    Press Release: 2025-2026/623

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Monetary developments in the euro area: May 2025

    Source: European Central Bank

    30 June 2025

    Components of the broad monetary aggregate M3

    The annual growth rate of the broad monetary aggregate M3 stood at 3.9% in May 2025, unchanged from the previous month, averaging 3.8% in the three months up to May. The components of M3 showed the following developments. The annual growth rate of the narrower aggregate M1, which comprises currency in circulation and overnight deposits, increased to 5.1% in May from 4.7% in April. The annual growth rate of short-term deposits other than overnight deposits (M2-M1) decreased to -0.1% in May from 0.6% in April. The annual growth rate of marketable instruments (M3-M2) increased to 11.2% in May from 10.7% in April.

    Chart 1

    Monetary aggregates

    (annual growth rates)

    Data for monetary aggregates

    Looking at the components’ contributions to the annual growth rate of M3, the narrower aggregate M1 contributed 3.2 percentage points (up from 3.0 percentage points in April), short-term deposits other than overnight deposits (M2-M1) contributed 0.0 percentage points (down from 0.2 percentage points) and marketable instruments (M3-M2) contributed 0.7 percentage points (as in the previous month).

    Among the holding sectors of deposits in M3, the annual growth rate of deposits placed by households stood at 3.5% in May, compared with 3.4% in April, while the annual growth rate of deposits placed by non-financial corporations stood at 2.7% in May, compared with 2.6% in April. Finally, the annual growth rate of deposits placed by investment funds other than money market funds decreased to 15.4% in May from 21.2% in April.

    Counterparts of the broad monetary aggregate M3

    The annual growth rate of M3 in May 2025, as a reflection of changes in the items on the monetary financial institution (MFI) consolidated balance sheet other than M3 (counterparts of M3), can be broken down as follows: net external assets contributed 2.6 percentage points (up from 2.5 percentage points in April), claims on the private sector contributed 2.4 percentage points (up from 2.3 percentage points), claims on general government contributed 0.2 percentage points (as in the previous month), longer-term liabilities contributed -1.2 percentage points (down from -1.1 percentage points), and the remaining counterparts of M3 contributed -0.1 percentage points (as in the previous month).

    Chart 2

    Contribution of the M3 counterparts to the annual growth rate of M3

    (percentage points)

    Data for contribution of the M3 counterparts to the annual growth rate of M3

    Claims on euro area residents

    The annual growth rate of total claims on euro area residents stood at 2.0% in May 2025, compared with 1.9% in the previous month. The annual growth rate of claims on general government stood at 0.6% in May, compared with 0.5% in April, while the annual growth rate of claims on the private sector stood at 2.5% in May, compared with 2.4% in April.

    The annual growth rate of adjusted loans to the private sector (i.e. adjusted for loan transfers and notional cash pooling) stood at 2.8% in May, unchanged from the previous month. Among the borrowing sectors, the annual growth rate of adjusted loans to households stood at 2.0% in May, compared with 1.9% in April, while the annual growth rate of adjusted loans to non-financial corporations stood at 2.5% in May, compared with 2.6% in April.

    Chart 3

    Adjusted loans to the private sector

    (annual growth rates)

    Data for adjusted loans to the private sector

    Notes:

    • Data in this press release are adjusted for seasonal and end-of-month calendar effects, unless stated otherwise.
    • “Private sector” refers to euro area non-MFIs excluding general government.
    • Hyperlinks lead to data that may change with subsequent releases as a result of revisions. Figures shown in annex tables are a snapshot of the data as at the time of the current release.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Thales 2025 Global Cloud Security Study Reveals Organizations Struggle to Secure Expanding, AI-Driven Cloud Environments

    Source: Thales Group

    Headline: Thales 2025 Global Cloud Security Study Reveals Organizations Struggle to Secure Expanding, AI-Driven Cloud Environments

    • 52% report AI security spending is displacing traditional security budgets
    • 55% report cloud environments are more complex to secure than on-premises infrastructure
    • Enterprises now use an average of 85 SaaS applications, contributing to security tool sprawl
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    Thales, a global leader in technology and cybersecurity, today released the findings of its 2025 Cloud Security Study conducted by S&P Global Market Intelligence 451 Research, revealing that AI-specific security has rapidly emerged as a top enterprise priority, ranking second only to cloud security. Over half (52%) of respondents said they are prioritizing AI security investments over other security needs, signaling a shift in how organizations are allocating budgets in response to the accelerated adoption of AI. This year’s research captures perspectives on cloud security challenges from nearly 3,200 respondents in 20 countries across a variety of seniority levels.

    Cloud remains at the forefront of security considerations

    Cloud is now an essential part of modern enterprise infrastructure, but many organizations are still building the skills and strategies needed to secure it effectively. The variability of controls across cloud providers, combined with the distinct mindset required for cloud security, continues to challenge security teams. This pressure is only increasing as AI initiatives drive more sensitive data into cloud environments, amplifying the need for robust, adaptable protections.

    This year’s Thales Cloud Security Study confirms that cloud security remains a top concern for enterprises worldwide. Nearly two-thirds (64%) of respondents ranked it among their top five security priorities, with 17% identifying it as their number one. Security for AI, a new addition to the list of spending priorities this year, ranked second overall, highlighting its growing importance. Despite sustained investment, cloud security remains a complex, persistent challenge that goes beyond technology to include staffing, operations, and the evolving threat landscape.

    “The accelerating shift to cloud and AI is forcing enterprises to rethink how they manage risk at scale,” Sebastien Cano, Senior Vice President, Cyber Security Products at Thales, said. “With over half of cloud data now classified as sensitive, and yet only a small fraction fully encrypted, it’s clear that security strategies haven’t kept pace with adoption. To remain resilient and competitive, organizations must embed strong data protection into the core of their digital infrastructure.”

    The average number of public cloud providers per organization has risen to 2.1, with most also maintaining on-prem infrastructure. This growing complexity is driving security challenges with 55% of respondents reporting that cloud is harder to secure than on-prem, a 4-percentage-point increase from last year. As organizations expand through growth or M&A, they’re also seeing a surge in SaaS usage, now averaging 85 applications per enterprise, complicating access control and data visibility.

    This complexity extends to security operations, with many teams struggling to align policies across varied platforms. The study found that 61% of organizations use five or more tools for data discovery, monitoring, or classification, and 57% use five or more encryption key managers.

    Attacks target cloud resources with human error remaining a top vulnerability

    Cloud infrastructure is a prime target for attackers as organizations continue to struggle with securing increasingly complex environments. According to the 2025 Thales Cloud Security Study, four of the top five most targeted assets in reported attacks are cloud-based. The rise in access-based attacks, as reported by 68% of respondents, underscores growing concerns around stolen credentials and insufficient access controls. Meanwhile, 85% of organizations say at least 40% of their cloud data is sensitive, yet only 66% have implemented multifactor authentication (MFA), leaving critical data exposed. Compounding the issue, human error remains a major contributing factor in cloud security incidents, from misconfigurations to poor credential management.

    “A rising number of respondents report challenges in securing their cloud assets, an issue that is further amplified by the demands of AI projects that often operate in the cloud and require access to large volumes of sensitive data,” Eric Hanselman, Chief Analyst at S&P Global Market Intelligence 451 Research, said. “Compounding this issue, four of the top five targeted assets in reported attacks are cloud-based. In this environment, strengthening cloud security and streamlining operations are essential steps toward enhancing overall security effectiveness and resilience.”

    For more information, please download the full report and join our webinar hosted by Eric Hanselman, Chief Analyst at S&P Global 451 Research. 

    About Thales

    Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) is a global leader in advanced technologies for the Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital sectors. Its portfolio of innovative products and services addresses several major challenges: sovereignty, security, sustainability and inclusion.

    The Group invests more than €4 billion per year in Research & Development in key areas, particularly for critical environments, such as Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum and cloud technologies.

    Thales has more than 83,000 employees in 68 countries. In 2024, the Group generated sales of €20.6 billion.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: ECB’s Governing Council updates its monetary policy strategy

    Source: European Central Bank

    30 June 2025

    • Governing Council confirms symmetric 2% inflation target over the medium term
    • Symmetry requires appropriately forceful or persistent policy response to large, sustained deviations of inflation from target in either direction
    • All tools remain in toolkit and their choice, design and implementation will enable an agile response to new shocks
    • Structural shifts such as geopolitical and economic fragmentation and increasing use of artificial intelligence make the inflation environment more uncertain

    The Governing Council of the European Central Bank (ECB) today published the results of its strategy assessment, which are set out in an updated monetary policy strategy statement.

    Following the strategy review carried out in 2020-21, the Governing Council announced that it would periodically assess the appropriateness of its monetary policy strategy. The assessment published today meets this commitment, ensuring that our framework, toolkit and approach remain fit for purpose.

    The monetary policy strategy enables the Governing Council to respond effectively to major changes in the inflation environment. This is especially important as ongoing structural shifts, such as geopolitical and economic fragmentation, increasing use of artificial intelligence, demographic change and the threat to environmental sustainability, suggest that the inflation environment will remain uncertain and potentially more volatile, with larger deviations from the symmetric 2% inflation target.

    To maintain the symmetry of the target, appropriately forceful or persistent monetary policy action in response to large, sustained deviations of inflation from the target in either direction is important. This will help to avoid inflation expectations becoming de-anchored and inflation deviations from the target becoming entrenched.

    “I am happy to announce that the Governing Council during its latest meeting approved the ECB’s updated monetary policy strategy”, said ECB President Christine Lagarde. “This assessment was a valuable opportunity to challenge our thinking, check our policy toolkit and fine-tune our strategy. It provides us with an even stronger basis to conduct monetary policy and fulfil our mandate of price stability in an increasingly uncertain environment.”

    All monetary policy tools currently available to the Governing Council will remain in its toolkit. Their use at any time will continue to be subject to a comprehensive proportionality assessment. Their choice, design and implementation will be sufficiently flexible to enable an agile response to changes in the inflation environment.

    In monetary policy decisions the Governing Council takes into account not only the most likely path for inflation and the economy but also surrounding risks and uncertainty, including through the appropriate use of scenarios and sensitivity analyses.

    The first regular monetary policy meeting of the Governing Council applying the updated strategy will be held on 23-24 July 2025. The Governing Council intends to assess periodically the appropriateness of its monetary policy strategy, with the next assessment expected in 2030.

    For media queries, please contact Stefan Ruhkamp, tel.: +49 69 1344 5057.

    Notes

    • Prior to the 2025 strategy assessment, the Governing Council concluded strategy reviews in 2003 and 2021.
    • Over the last 12 months the Governing Council has held seminars, presentations, discussions and meetings dedicated to the strategy assessment.
    • The strategy assessment is the result of a significant collaborative effort over this period. It involved staff of the ECB and national central banks across the euro area and was organised into two separate workstreams.

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