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Any failure to comply with this restriction may constitute a violation of U.S. Securities laws.

TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / January 26, 2024 / Further to the news release issued on Jan 19, 2024, Sparta Group (TSXV:SAY) (the "Corporation" the "Company", "Sparta Group", "Sparta Capital", "SAY.V" or "Sparta") is announcing an amendment with respect to the filing of an application seeking a management cease trade order (the "MCTO") under National Policy 12-203, from the Alberta Securities Commission ("ASC").

Sparta filed an application seeking an order for a MCTO from the ASC because the Company will be unable to file its annual financial statements for the year ending September 30, 2023, including the related management's discussion and analysis and certifications from the CEO and CFO (the "Annual Filings"), in time to meet the January 29, 2024 filing deadline. The delay in filing the Annual Filings is largely related to the unexpected and sudden passing of a former director and key officer, John O'Bireck, and the transition of day-to-day operations to a new management team. Mr. O'Bireck was responsible for all of the operations of the Issuer, including liaising with the auditor. During this transitionary period, there have been unavoidable delays in responding to information requests from the auditor resulting in a delay in completion of the Annual Filings. Sparta Group confirms that the delay is not related to, nor is the issuer involved in any insolvency proceedings. Management has enacted a detailed remediation plan to ensure the Annual Filings are completed and filed by March 1, 2024. The remediation plan includes the following steps: (a) Alyn Patterson, the Chief Financial Officer will be the primary contact between the auditor and the Company; (b) management has dedicated a staff member to respond to requests for information from the auditor to ensure requested information is provided promptly; and (c) management will implement a document management system to ensure that these types of delays will be avoided in the future.

Sparta expects to file the Annual Filings on or before March 1, 2024.

While the MCTO restricts all trading in securities of the Company by the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of the Company until the MCTO is no longer in effect, regular trading by current and future investors outside the Company, continues as normal. The MCTO will be in effect until two full business days following the receipt of the principal regulator that all filings the issuer was required to make have been filed.

The new management team will continue to work daily with the audit firm, but this is not expected to interrupt work within the Company's health portfolio and Environment division or disrupt plans to unveil a comprehensive TruckSuite platform in Canada this year. The TruckSuite program, designed to assist truckers with some of their biggest challenges on the road, has a significant market target. Currently, Canada alone has over 300,000 truck drivers.

Until the Annual Filings are filed, the Company intends to satisfy the provisions of the Alternative Information Guidelines set out in National Policy 12-203 - Management Cease Trade Orders.

The Company confirms that, other than what was disclosed in prior press releases, there have been no material business developments since the filing of the Company's latest interim financial report.

About Sparta

Sparta Group (a.k.a. Sparta Capital Ltd.) is a company focused on advanced technology designed to improve the health of the planet, the health of businesses, and the health of humankind. Sparta owns or holds a controlling interest in a network of independent businesses that supply energy saving technologies designed to reduce energy inefficiencies, achieve reduced emissions, and increase operating efficiencies in various industries. At the same time, the company also diverts waste from landfill, transforming it into something of value. While it began as an environmental technology company, Sparta expanded its technological expertise to address the growing demand for healthier workplaces and healthy employees. Its strong Technical Advisory Board reflects Sparta's dedication to advancing technologies that incorporate the latest in high-tech, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), to solve some of the world's pressing problems, including climate change, viral outbreaks, and mounting waste. The company is now structured into three divisions: Environment, Innovation, and Energy. These divisions better categorize the growing list of products and services offered by the Company.

Sparta is a publicly traded company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange Inc. under the symbol "SAY" (TSX.V: SAY). Additional information is available at www.spartagroup.ca or on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.

For more information contact:

Tony Pettica, President
Email : tony@spartagroup.ca
Telephone : 416-648-6506

This above may contain "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws. When used in this address, the words "estimate", "project", "belief", "anticipate", "intend", "expect", "plan", "predict", "may" or "should" and the negative of these words or such variations thereon or comparable terminology are intended to identify forward-looking statements and information. Although the Corporation believes in light of the experience of its officers and directors, current conditions and expected future developments and other factors that have been considered appropriate that the expectations reflected in this forward-looking information are reasonable, readers are cautioned to not place undue reliance on forward-looking information because the Corporation can give no assurance that they will prove to be correct. Forward-looking statements are made based on management's beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date of publication of this information and the Corporation undertakes no obligation to update such forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change. Furthermore, the Corporation undertakes no obligation to comment on analyses, expectations or statements made by third parties in respect of the Corporation. All forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.

Neither 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.

SOURCE: Sparta Group

Not for distribution to U.S. Newswire Services or for dissemination in the United States of America.
Any failure to comply with this restriction may constitute a violation of U.S. Securities laws.

TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / January 26, 2024 / Further to the news release issued on Jan 19, 2024, Sparta Group (TSXV:SAY) (the "Corporation" the "Company", "Sparta Group", "Sparta Capital", "SAY.V" or "Sparta") is announcing an amendment with respect to the filing of an application seeking a management cease trade order (the "MCTO") under National Policy 12-203, from the Alberta Securities Commission ("ASC").

Sparta filed an application seeking an order for a MCTO from the ASC because the Company will be unable to file its annual financial statements for the year ending September 30, 2023, including the related management's discussion and analysis and certifications from the CEO and CFO (the "Annual Filings"), in time to meet the January 29, 2024 filing deadline. The delay in filing the Annual Filings is largely related to the unexpected and sudden passing of a former director and key officer, John O'Bireck, and the transition of day-to-day operations to a new management team. Mr. O'Bireck was responsible for all of the operations of the Issuer, including liaising with the auditor. During this transitionary period, there have been unavoidable delays in responding to information requests from the auditor resulting in a delay in completion of the Annual Filings. Sparta Group confirms that the delay is not related to, nor is the issuer involved in any insolvency proceedings. Management has enacted a detailed remediation plan to ensure the Annual Filings are completed and filed by March 1, 2024. The remediation plan includes the following steps: (a) Alyn Patterson, the Chief Financial Officer will be the primary contact between the auditor and the Company; (b) management has dedicated a staff member to respond to requests for information from the auditor to ensure requested information is provided promptly; and (c) management will implement a document management system to ensure that these types of delays will be avoided in the future.

Sparta expects to file the Annual Filings on or before March 1, 2024.

While the MCTO restricts all trading in securities of the Company by the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of the Company until the MCTO is no longer in effect, regular trading by current and future investors outside the Company, continues as normal. The MCTO will be in effect until two full business days following the receipt of the principal regulator that all filings the issuer was required to make have been filed.

The new management team will continue to work daily with the audit firm, but this is not expected to interrupt work within the Company's health portfolio and Environment division or disrupt plans to unveil a comprehensive TruckSuite platform in Canada this year. The TruckSuite program, designed to assist truckers with some of their biggest challenges on the road, has a significant market target. Currently, Canada alone has over 300,000 truck drivers.

Until the Annual Filings are filed, the Company intends to satisfy the provisions of the Alternative Information Guidelines set out in National Policy 12-203 - Management Cease Trade Orders.

The Company confirms that, other than what was disclosed in prior press releases, there have been no material business developments since the filing of the Company's latest interim financial report.

About Sparta

Sparta Group (a.k.a. Sparta Capital Ltd.) is a company focused on advanced technology designed to improve the health of the planet, the health of businesses, and the health of humankind. Sparta owns or holds a controlling interest in a network of independent businesses that supply energy saving technologies designed to reduce energy inefficiencies, achieve reduced emissions, and increase operating efficiencies in various industries. At the same time, the company also diverts waste from landfill, transforming it into something of value. While it began as an environmental technology company, Sparta expanded its technological expertise to address the growing demand for healthier workplaces and healthy employees. Its strong Technical Advisory Board reflects Sparta's dedication to advancing technologies that incorporate the latest in high-tech, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), to solve some of the world's pressing problems, including climate change, viral outbreaks, and mounting waste. The company is now structured into three divisions: Environment, Innovation, and Energy. These divisions better categorize the growing list of products and services offered by the Company.

Sparta is a publicly traded company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange Inc. under the symbol "SAY" (TSX.V: SAY). Additional information is available at www.spartagroup.ca or on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.

For more information contact:

Tony Pettica, President
Email : tony@spartagroup.ca
Telephone : 416-648-6506

This above may contain "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws. When used in this address, the words "estimate", "project", "belief", "anticipate", "intend", "expect", "plan", "predict", "may" or "should" and the negative of these words or such variations thereon or comparable terminology are intended to identify forward-looking statements and information. Although the Corporation believes in light of the experience of its officers and directors, current conditions and expected future developments and other factors that have been considered appropriate that the expectations reflected in this forward-looking information are reasonable, readers are cautioned to not place undue reliance on forward-looking information because the Corporation can give no assurance that they will prove to be correct. Forward-looking statements are made based on management's beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date of publication of this information and the Corporation undertakes no obligation to update such forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change. Furthermore, the Corporation undertakes no obligation to comment on analyses, expectations or statements made by third parties in respect of the Corporation. All forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.

Neither 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.

SOURCE: Sparta Group

JACKSON, WY / ACCESSWIRE / January 26, 2024 / Labor Smart, Inc.

Dear Shareholders,

As promised in our last update, dated January 5th, 2024, we are providing an update regarding our application to OTC (Over the Counter) Markets.

We are pleased to report that we have been granted access to OTCIQ (Investor portal) and have updated our company profile. Once financials pass final internal review, and we receive our requested attorney letter, they will be uploaded to OTC Markets.

For additional clarity; while this is a step towards achieving pink-current status, we are not quite at the finish line. OTC Markets must review our financials and potentially submit any follow-up questions prior to final approval. As per commitments made, the Company will continue to do all it can, within its power, to accomplish our stated goals.

Tom Zarro, Interim CEO and Board member: "The team and I are grateful for all the help we received, and all intervention to assist the company in achieving this milestone goal. We will keep going."

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We would like to encourage and give shareholders the opportunity to register their email address with Lock'din Beverages. Expect to receive product news and exclusive shareholder-only promotions.

Sign-up here: https://lockdin.com/pages/shareholder-opt-in

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the U.S. federal securities laws, which statements may include information regarding the plans, intentions, expectations, future financial performance, or future operating performance of Labor Smart, Inc. ("Labor Smart" or the "Company"). Forward-looking statements are based on the expectations, estimates, or projections of the Company's management as of the date of this press release. Although Labor Smart's management believes these expectations, estimates, or projections to be reasonable as of the date of this presentation, forward-looking statements are inherently subject to significant business risks, economic and competitive uncertainties, or other contingencies, which could cause the Company's actual results or performance to differ materially from what may be expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause Labor Smart's actual results or performance to differ materially from the forward-looking statements include those set forth in the "Risk Factors" sections in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available for viewing on the SEC's EDGAR website. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release and, except as required by law, Labor Smart specifically disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future.

Tom Zarro, Interim CEO, and BOD member

Mailing address
P.O. Box 2922
Jackson, WY 83001-2922
customerservice@lockdin.com
844-562-5246
www.lockdin.com

SOURCE: Labor Smart, Inc.

From Segregation to Celebration: The Lincoln School Project's Journey of Rediscovery

WEST PLAINS, MO / ACCESSWIRE / January 26, 2024 / In a nation grappling with its complex history and the unsettling erasure of marginalized voices, the restoration and preservation of black historic sites has emerged as a powerful tool for education, healing, and community building.

These sites stand as tangible reminders of the struggles, triumphs, and invaluable contributions of African Americans throughout history. Shockingly, The Washington Post reports that black history is not taught in its entirety in some states, underscoring the urgent need to reclaim and revitalize these spaces. By doing so, we have the opportunity to unearth hidden narratives, bridge educational gaps, and foster a deeper understanding of our shared past.

The Lincoln School Project in West Plains, Missouri, stands as a testament to the transformative potential of these initiatives. By breathing new life into the once-segregated Lincoln School, not only is there restoration of the building itself, but there is also a rejuvenation of the spirit and culture of the West Plains community.

In an interview in Veranda Magazine, Brent Leggs, executive director of the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund, asserts that preserving black historic sites can help bridge the education gap. Safeguarding tangible reminders of our shared history provides essential platforms for learning and dialogue.

The Lincoln School restoration project serves as a case-in-point. Once a symbol of segregation, the school now stands as a beacon of hope. There are plans to offer educational programs that highlight the stories and struggles of the past. Through these initiatives, communities gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by African Americans and the ongoing journey towards equality.

The restoration of the Lincoln School is spearheaded by cultural restoration advocate Crockett W. Oaks III. Oaks recognized the lack of cultural identity, particularly for African Americans, in the region. Motivated by the desire to preserve their heritage, he embarked on a mission to restore cultural institutions like the Lincoln School.

These restoration efforts not only rejuvenate the physical structures but also breathe life into the community's spirit and pride. By reclaiming and celebrating their cultural heritage, communities find a renewed sense of identity, fostering unity and reconciliation.

Preservation initiatives thrive when the community becomes actively engaged. Oaks emphasizes the importance of garnering upfront buy-in and involving stakeholders from diverse backgrounds. By championing the cause and rallying like-minded individuals, a movement can begin to take shape.

The Lincoln School Project goes beyond the physical restoration of a 100-year-old school building; it represents a renewal of community pride. Through engaging programming, the project honors the past while embracing new beginnings and endless possibilities for the future. By telling the stories of Lincoln School in various mediums, from documentaries to interactive exhibits, the project ensures that the diverse narratives of African American history are preserved and shared. This comprehensive approach fosters a sense of collective ownership and respect in the community's heritage.

Preserving black historic sites is an essential endeavor that goes beyond the mere conservation of physical structures. It serves as a catalyst for education, healing, and community unity. By restoring and reimagining once-segregated spaces, we create opportunities for dialogue, understanding, and reconciliation. Through these efforts, we can build a stronger, more inclusive future for our country, one that honors and learns from its past.

ABOUT THE LINCOLN SCHOOL PROJECT

The Lincoln School Project, led by Crockett Oaks III, is revitalizing a century-old, one-room black school from the segregation era in rural Missouri. Associate Vice Chancellor of Missouri State University West Plains, Oaks and The Lincoln School Project are driving a restoration initiative that honors the school's history while steering it toward a promising future. With a distinguished 33-year U.S. Army career as a Colonel and expertise in business and criminal justice administration (holding two master's degrees), Oaks is also spearheading other ambitious cultural restoration projects following the work with The Lincoln School Project - and since 2020 has been sharing insights into the transformative journey. For more information, visit the Lincoln School Project. For additional information, visit the Lincoln School Project on Facebook.

CONTACT:

Crockett Oaks III
info@lincolnschool.com
281-706-3420

SOURCE: Lincoln School Project

TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / January 26, 2024 / Metalite Resources Inc. (CSE:METL)(OTC PINK:JNCCF) (Frankfurt:5VHA) ("Metalite" or the "Company") announces today it has changed its auditor from Crowe MacKay LLP., Chartered Professional Accountants (the "Former Auditor") to DNTW Toronto LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants ("Successor Auditor") effective January 12, 2024. The Former Auditor resigned on its own initiative as the auditor of the Company, and the board of directors appointed the Successor Auditor as the Company's auditor, until the next annual General Meeting of the Company.

There were no reservations in the Former Auditor's audit reports for any financial year during which the Former Auditor was the Company's auditor. There are no ‘reportable events" (as the term is defined in National instrument 51-102 - Continuous Disclosure Obligations ("NI 51-102")) between the Company and the Former Auditor.

In accordance with NI 51-102, the notice of change of auditor, together with the required letter from the Former Auditor and the Successor Auditor, will be filed on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca in the coming days.

The Company further wishes to announce it has granted incentive stock options to certain directors, officers, employees and consultants of the Company to acquire an aggregate of 1,150,000 common shares in the capital of the Company at an exercise price of $0.05 (the "Options") in accordance with its Equity Incentive Plan.

Of the total Options granted, 900,000 Options have been granted to certain directors and officers of the Company. All Options are fully vested as at the date of grant and exercisable for a five-year term expiring January 24, 2029.

About Metalite Resources Inc.

Metalite Resources Inc. is a Canadian junior mineral exploration issuer with a precious metals-focused project in NSW, Australia.

For further information please contact:
info@metaliteresources.com

To learn more, please visit https://www.metaliteresources.com/ .

Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains certain "forward-looking statements." All statements, other than statements of historic fact, that address activities, events or developments that Metalite believes, expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as "seek," "anticipate," "believe," "plan," "estimate, "expect," and "intend" and statements that an event or result "may," "will," "can," "should," "could," or "might" occur or be achieved and other similar expressions. These forward-looking statements reflect the current expectations or beliefs of Metalite based on information currently available to Metalite. Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results of Metalite to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements, and even if such actual results are realized or substantially realized, there can be no assurance that they will have the expected consequences to, or effects on Metalite. Forward looking statements in this press release include statements regarding the proposed issuance of Common Shares in settlement of outstanding debts and the timing thereof. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made and, except as may be required by applicable securities laws, Metalite disclaims any intent or obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise. Although Metalite believes that the assumptions inherent in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and accordingly undue reliance should not be put on such statements due to the inherent uncertainty therein.

Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release

SOURCE: Metalite Resources Inc

THUNDER BAY, ON / ACCESSWIRE / January 26, 2024 / Clean Air Metals Inc. ("Clean Air Metals" or the "Company") (TSXV:AIR)(FRA:CKU)(OTCQB:CLRMF) announces that it has granted an aggregate of 4,600,000 incentive stock options to certain directors, officers and employees of the Company, subject to regulatory approval. The stock options are exercisable at $0.06 for a period of 5 years from the grant date and subject to vesting terms.

Indigenous Community Social and Economic Engagement

Clean Air Metals Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary Panoramic PGMs (Canada) Ltd. acknowledge that the Thunder Bay North Critical Minerals Project is located within the area encompassed by the Robinson-Superior Treaty of 1850, and includes the territories of the Fort William First Nation, Red Rock Indian Band, Biinjitiwabik Zaaging Anishinabek and Kiashke Zaaging Anishinaabek. Clean Air Metals also acknowledges the contributions of the Métis Nation of Ontario, Region 2 and the Red Sky Métis Independent Nation to the rich history of our area. 

The Company appreciates the opportunity to work in these territories and remains committed to the recognition and respect of those who have lived, traveled, and gathered on the lands since time immemorial. Clean Air Metals is committed to stewarding Indigenous heritage and remains committed to building, fostering and encouraging a respectful relationship with First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples based upon principles of mutual trust, respect, reciprocity and collaboration in the spirit of reconciliation.

About Clean Air Metals Inc.

Clean Air Metals' is an emerging Platinum Group Metals, Copper and Nickel exploration and development company whose flagship asset is the 100% owned, Thunder Bay North Critical Minerals Project, a platinum, palladium, copper, nickel project located near the City of Thunder Bay, Ontario and the Lac des Iles Mine owned by Impala Platinum. The Thunder Bay North Project hosts the Current and Escape deposits, twin magma conduits which form the basis for the new mineral resource estimate reported on May 4, 2023.

CEO Jim Gallagher leads an experienced technical team who are using an orthomagmatic mineral deposit model to guide ongoing exploration and development studies for potential mine development on the Thunder Bay North project and possible acquisition and further exploration of similar assets throughout Northwestern Ontario. Mr. Gallagher was formerly CEO of North American Palladium which operated the Lac des Ilse Palladium mine just north of the Thunder Bay North project. After a significant operational and financial turnaround, the company was sold to Impala Platinum of South Africa for approximately CAD$ 1 billion.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

"Jim Gallagher"
Jim Gallagher, Chief Executive Officer of Clean Air Metals Inc.

For further information, please contact:

Jim Gallagher, Chief Executive Officer of Clean Air Metals Inc.
Phone: 705 690 7997
Email: jgallagher@cleanairmetals.ca
Website: www.cleanairmetals.ca

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

SOURCE: Clean Air Metals, Inc.

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / January 26, 2024 / CoTec Holdings Corp. (TSXV:CTH);(OTCQB:CTHCF) ("CoTec" or the "Company") announces that a total of 279,954 incentive stock options (the "Options") have been granted to a director and officer of the Company pursuant to the Company's 10% rolling stock option plan.

The Options have an effective grant date of January 25, 2024, and are exercisable for a period of 10 years at a price of $0.75 per common share, with 1/3 of the Options vesting every 12 months, over a 3-year period.

About CoTec

CoTec is a publicly traded investment issuer listed on the TSX Venture Exchange ("TSX-V") and the OTCQB and trades under the symbol CTH and CTHCF respectively. The Company is an environment, social, and governance ("ESG")-focused company investing in innovative technologies. These technologies have the potential to fundamentally change the way metals and minerals can be extracted and processed for the purpose of applying those technologies to undervalued operating assets and recycling opportunities, as the Company transitions into a mid-tier mineral resource producer.

CoTec is committed to supporting the transition to a lower carbon future for the extraction industry, a sector on the cusp of a green revolution as it embraces technology and innovation. The Company has made four investments to date and is actively pursuing operating opportunities where current technology investments could be deployed.

For further information, please contact:

Braam Jonker - (604) 992-5600

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Statements in this press release regarding the Company and its investments which are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" that involve risks and uncertainties, including statements relating to management's expectations with respect to its current and potential future investments, the value of such investments and the benefits to the Company which may be implied from such statements. Since forward-looking statements address future events and conditions, by their very nature, they involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results in each case could differ materially from those currently anticipated in such statements, due to known and unknown risks and uncertainties affecting the Company, including but not limited to resource and reserve risks; environmental risks and costs; labor costs and shortages; uncertain supply and price fluctuations in materials; increases in energy costs; labor disputes and work stoppages; leasing costs and the availability of equipment; heavy equipment demand and availability; contractor and subcontractor performance issues; worksite safety issues; project delays and cost overruns; extreme weather conditions; and social disruptions. For further details regarding risks and uncertainties facing the Company please refer to "Risk Factors" in the Company's filing statement dated April 6, 2022, a copy of which may be found under the Company's SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com. The Company assumes no responsibility to update forward-looking statements in this press release except as required by law. Readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements and information contained in this news release and are encouraged to read the Company's continuous disclosure documents which are available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.

Neither 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 news release.

SOURCE: CoTec Holdings Corp.

TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / January 26, 2024 / Nextech3D.AI (the "Company") (OTCQX:NEXCF)(CSE:NTAR)(FSE:1SS) announces today that Nextech3D.ai has made the decision to terminate its previously announced letter agreement (the "Agreement") with VCI Global Limited ("VCI"), pursuant to which VCI was granted the right to earn up to a 51% interest in the Company's proprietary artificial intelligence platform for 3D modeling and associated assets (the "Transaction"). The Company determined to terminate the Agreement as VCI has been unable to satisfy its conditions precedent to the completion of the Agreement in accordance with the mutually agreed timelines. The Company presently has no plans to sell its 3D modeling business; instead, it will persist in building its AI technology stack for scaling 3D modeling as well as owning, operating, and developing this business. The Company perceives substantial growth potential through Amazon and other large enterprise clients which the Company believes represent substantial growth opportunities.

About Nextech3D.ai
The Company is a diversified augmented reality, AI technology company that leverages proprietary artificial intelligence (AI) to create 3D experiences. Its main businesses are creating 3D WebAR 4K photorealistic models for the Prime Ecommerce Marketplace as well as many other online retailers. The Company develops or acquires what it believes are disruptive technologies and once commercialized, spins them out as stand-alone public companies issuing a stock dividend to shareholders while retaining a significant ownership stake in the public spin-out.

On October 26, 2022, the Company spun out its spatial computing platform, "ARway.ai'' as a stand alone public company. ARway.ai is disrupting the augmented reality wayfinding market with a no-code, no beacon spatial computing platform enabled by visual marker tracking. The Company retained 13 million shares in ARway and distributed 4 million shares to Nextech3D.AI shareholders. ARway.ai is currently listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE:ARWY), in USA on the OTCQB (OTC:ARWYF) and Internationally on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FSE:E65).

On June 14, 2023, the Company completed its second spinout of Toggle3D.ai, a groundbreaking SaaS solution that utilizes generative AI to convert CAD files, apply stunning 4K texturing, and enable seamless publishing of superior 4K 3D models. The Company retained 13 million shares in Toggle3D.ai and distributed 4 million shares to Nextech3D.AI shareholders. Toggle3D.ai is trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE:TGGL) and in the USA (OTC:TGGLF). To learn more, please follow us on Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook, or visit our website: https://www.Nextechar.com.

For further information, please contact:

Investor Relations Contact
Julia Viola
investor.relations@nextechar.com

Nextech3D.ai
Evan Gappelberg
CEO and Director
866-ARITIZE (274-8493)

Disclaimer for Forward-Looking Information
This news release includes certain statements and information that constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. All statements in this news release, other than statements of historical facts are forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements and forward-looking information specifically include, but are not limited to, statements that relate to the proposed future operations of the Company and the prospectivity of its technology.

Statements contained in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve various risks and uncertainty affecting the business of the Company. Such statements can generally, but not always, be identified by words such as "expects", "plans", "anticipates", "intends", "estimates", "forecasts", "schedules", "prepares", "potential" and similar expressions, or that events or conditions "will", "would", "may", "could" or "should" occur. All statements that describe the Company's plans relating to operations and potential strategic opportunities are forward-looking statements under applicable securities laws. These statements address future events and conditions and are reliant on assumptions made by the Company's management, and so involve inherent risks and uncertainties, as disclosed in the Company's periodic filings with Canadian securities regulators. As a result of these risks and uncertainties, and the assumptions underlying the forward-looking information, actual results could materially differ from those currently projected, and there is no representation by the Company that the actual results realized in the future will be the same in whole or in part as those presented herein. The Company disclaims any intent or obligation to update forward-looking statements or information except as required by law. Readers are referred to the additional information regarding the Company's business contained in the Company's reports filed with the securities regulatory authorities in Canada. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events, or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that could cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. For more information on the Company and the risks and challenges of its business, investors should review the Company's filings that are available at www.sedar.com.

The Company provides no assurance that forward-looking statements and information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements or information. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information. The Company does not undertake to update any for-ward looking statements, other than as required by law.

SOURCE: Nextech3D.ai

LONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / January 26, 2024 / Birkenstock Holding plc ("BIRKENSTOCK" or the "Company"), (NYSE:BIRK), announced today that the Company will report its first quarter fiscal year 2024 (ended December 31, 2023) financial results on Thursday, February 29, 2024 before US market open. The Company will host a conference call and live webcast with the investment community at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time that same day.

A webcast of the call will be accessible on the Company's Investor Relations website at https://www.birkenstock-holding.com. To join the phone line, please dial 1-888-506-0062 (US) or 1-973-528-0011 (International). The access code for the call is 577904. To access the phone line replay after the conclusion of the call, please dial 1-877-481-4010 (US) or 1-919-882-2331 (International). The access code for the replay is 49781. An archive of the webcast will also be available on BIRKENSTOCK's Investor Relations website.

ABOUT BIRKENSTOCK

Birkenstock Holding plc is the ultimate parent company of Birkenstock Group B.V. & Co. KG and its subsidiaries (the Birkenstock Group). BIRKENSTOCK is a global brand which embraces all consumers regardless of geography, gender, age and income and which is committed to a clear purpose - encouraging proper foot health. Deeply rooted in studies of the biomechanics of the human foot and backed by a family tradition of shoemaking that can be traced back to 1774, BIRKENSTOCK is a timeless «super brand» with a brand universe that transcends product categories and ranges from entry-level to luxury price points while addressing the growing need for a conscious and active lifestyle. Function, quality and tradition are the core values of the Zeitgeist brand which features products in the footwear, sleep systems and natural cosmetics segments. BIRKENSTOCK is the inventor of the footbed and has shaped the principle of walking as intended by nature ("Naturgewolltes Gehen").

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NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / January 26, 2024 / CNH Industrial

The new CR11 combine harvester, product of CNH brand New Holland, was recently featured in the famed Auto & Design magazine for its new design language introduced by the company and David Wilkie, Head of Design at CNH.

"In agriculture, everything is different,' the article reads, ‘Vehicles are only redesigned when there is a major technical innovation that justifies the change in look. This is what is happening with the New Holland CR11 combine harvester, which in addition to being the largest ever made, also sets new standards in terms of productivity and grain loss reduction."

With the CR11, "Form follows function", showcasing how this innovative design also mirrors the efficiency of the machine in completing necessary tasks in the field.

This feature in Auto & Design is a testament to the success of the CR11 design and CNH's commitment to sustainable products by creatively challenging traditional norms in the industry. Through innovative design, farming for a more sustainable future is not only the right choice, but a stylish one too.

Through innovative design, farming for a more sustainable future is not only the right choice, but a stylish one too.

View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from CNH Industrial on 3blmedia.com.

Contact Info:
Spokesperson: CNH Industrial
Website: https://www.3blmedia.com/profiles/cnh-industrial
Email: info@3blmedia.com

SOURCE: CNH Industrial