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Defense Market Trends and Stocks to Watch in the New Era of Conflict

Modern warfare is evolving quickly alongside emerging technologies, unlocking unprecedented investment opportunities in diverse areas of the defense sector.

Escalating conflicts in Europe and the Middle East are prompting governments worldwide to increase military spending. Looking at the US alone, the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act has the potential to bring a US$150 billion investment into the defense industry. In addition, the Trump administration is proposing a US$1 trillion defense budget for 2026 with a focus on cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomous systems capabilities.

The biggest US defense contractors and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are expected to benefit greatly from the huge government spending expected in the sector. As for up-and-coming American defense companies that offer investors growth opportunities, those that can quickly develop and commercialize dual-capability technologies (i.e. for both civil sector and defense markets) are looking equally as attractive.

“If the opportunity is purely in the defense sector, that’s a big, but ultimately limited, opportunity. If the opportunity is in defense and a range of other sectors because the technology has got a transversal application, then it becomes far more interesting for an investor,” notes Joe Cassidy, partner, technology, media and telecom at KPMG in the UK.

Defense and security trends: Nature of war is changing

Defense spending jumped nearly 10 percent in 2024, according to a KPMG report on emerging trends in the aerospace and defense sector, representing “its fastest growth rate in nearly four decades.’

The firm attributes this growth to geopolitical destabilization both in Europe and in the Middle East. The global trade war surrounding rare earths, platinum-group metals, aluminum, steel and semiconductors is adding further pressure.

This increase in domestic defense spending has been translating into big wins for defense and security stocks. As Raymond James’ September Defense & Government Market Intel Report shows, publicly traded companies in the US defense sector are up by 57.8 percent since September 2024.

In a June interview with Federal News Network’s Terry Gerton, Sam Maness, managing director of Raymond James’ Defense and Government Group, ascribed the growth to the anticipated increase in funding for domestic defense contractors. He noted that US-China tensions and other geopolitical conflicts are “lead(ing) to bullishness for anything that is more meaningfully touching mission, and defense technology naturally does that.’

Looking forward, analysts expect supply chain sovereignty and cutting-edge technological advancements to be the major themes in this sector as nations look to cost effectively build out their domestic defense industries. At the same time, new weapons systems are reshaping the nature of war both on the battlefield and online.

“The way conflicts are resolved is changing rapidly and new technologies are disrupting the battlefield strategy,” states KPMG in its report. “Defense departments need rapid innovation and are no longer willing to wait years for a custom system when an ‘80% Solution’ can be purchased off-the-shelf.”

So what technologies are getting the most attention in the defense sector?

As mentioned, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and AI solutions are in the spotlight, and companies with dual-capability technologies are getting recognition. Below are examples of defense stocks tracked by Raymond James that are focused on providing these technologies to both the civil and defense sectors.

Cybersecurity defense stocks

One of the greatest threats to modern militaries is cyber attacks. This makes securing military IT infrastructure, communications networks and weapons systems mission critical for today’s armed forces.

L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX) is a leading US defense contractor that provides cybersecurity solutions such as end-to-end technologies across air, land, sea, space and cyber domains.

The firm also serves public safety sectors such as law enforcement and fire; commercial sectors such as utilities and transportation; the commercial aviation space; and the healthcare industry.

Mercury Systems (NASDAQ:MRCY) develops secure processing subsystems, embedded computing and mission-critical technologies with advanced cybersecurity features for military and defense applications.

The company also supplies the aviation and industrial sectors.

V2X (NYSE:VVX) supplies vehicle-to-everything cybersecurity to secure communications between military vehicles, drones and command centers. It is in the process of acquiring federal IT business of QinetiQ Group (LSE:QQ), which provides data engineering, intel mission support and cyber solutions for US intelligence agencies.

In the civil and commercial space, the company provides solutions to first responders, commercial fleets and the auto sector, as well as urban mobility and utilities.

Zscaler (NASDAQ:ZS) is a leader in cloud-native security and its zero-trust architecture platforms are used by the US Department of Defense, intelligence agencies and other defense contractors. In August, the company acquired Red Canary, adding to its portfolio of cybersecurity detection and response solutions for US defense and intelligence agencies. Zscaler also serves the healthcare, finance, retail, energy, manufacturing and public sectors.

    Autonomous system defense stocks

    The changing nature of war is probably best represented in the rapid innovation and adoption of lower-cost autonomous systems such as drones, unmanned ground vehicles, robotics and counter-drone technologies.

    A key supplier to the US military, AeroVironment (NASDAQ:AVAV) designs and manufactures unmanned aerial vehicles and robotics systems primarily for military surveillance and reconnaissance.

    The company also provides electric energy systems to the commercial and public sectors.

    Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (NASDAQ:KTOS) specializes in advanced defense technologies such as unmanned systems, satellite communications and hypersonics, while adapting them for commercial markets.

    Teledyne Technologies (NYSE:TDY) provides drones, unmanned vehicles and robotics-related technologies to the defense sector through its subsidiary Teledyne FLIR.

    It also provides these technologies for the civil aviation, manufacturing and energy sectors.

    Through its subsidiary Textron Systems, Textron (NYSE:TXT) develops and integrates autonomous and robotics systems for the US Department of Defense and military operations for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions. The company’s autonomous technologies portfolio also extends into civil aviation, law enforcement and critical infrastructure protection for government and civilian operations.

      Artificial intelligence defense stocks

      AI technologies are rapidly being integrated into existing and emerging defense tech, including unmanned aerial and ground vehicles, reconnaissance and surveillance systems as well as hypersonic weapons.

      Curtiss-Wright (NYSE:CW) is a global engineering company that provides products such as sensors, controls and data acquisition systems for the defense, aviation, nuclear power and industrial markets. Its defense solutions division has produced AI-optimized rugged embedded computing systems for use on the battlefield.

      Leonardo DRS (NASDAQ:DRS) specializes in AI-enabled computing and sensing for tactical military platforms, including for use in US Army ground vehicles. Its technology is also used for public safety and infrastructure protection during disaster responses, as well as in industrial automation, medical diagnostics and commercial transportation.

      Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ:PLTR) is a leading defense contractor that delivers AI platforms for the US military and its allies. It partners with other major defense industry companies such Northrop Grumman (NYSE:NOC) and Anduril Industries. Palantir’s technology is also widely used in the civil sector, as well as by more than half of Fortune 500 companies in sectors such as healthcare, energy, finance and manufacturing.

      Voyager Technologies (NYSE:VOYG) is a defense- and space-focused AI technology company that provides national security solutions with partners such as Palantir. In August, it acquired Electromagnetic Systems, adding AI-based automated target recognition software and intelligence analytics for space-based radar systems to its portfolio. Voyager’s AI tech is also used by NASA and commercial satellite operators.

        Securities Disclosure: I, Melissa Pistilli, hold no direct investment interest in any company mentioned in this article.

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        Copper Quest Closes Second and Final Tranche of Financing

        // Not for distribution to the United States newswire services or for dissemination in the United States //

        Copper Quest Exploration Inc. (CSE: CQX; FRA: 3MX) (‘ Copper Quest ‘ or the ‘ Company ‘) is pleased to announce that it has closed the second and final tranche (the ‘ Second Tranche ‘) of its previously announced non-brokered private placement (the ‘ Private Placement ‘) with the issuance of 4,070,534 units (the ‘ Units ‘, and each, a ‘ Unit ‘) of the Company at a price of $0.075 per Unit for gross proceeds of $305,290.05.

        Each Unit consists of one (1) common share of the Company (‘ Share ‘) and one (1) Share purchase warrant, whereby each Share purchase warrant (‘ Warrant ‘) is convertible into an additional Share (‘ Warrant Share ‘) at an exercise price of $0.15 per Warrant Share. Each Warrant will expire on September 19, 2027 (the ‘ Expiry Date ‘), being the date that is two (2) years following the date of issuance. The Expiry Date is subject to acceleration in the event the closing price of the Company’s common shares on the Canadian Securities Exchange is equal to or greater than C$0.29 for a period of 10 consecutive trading days at any time after that date which is four (4) months following the date of issuance, in which case the Expiry Date of the Warrants shall automatically accelerate and the Warrants will expire on that date which is 30 days from the date of notice of such acceleration event.

        In connection with the Private Placement, the Company paid aggregate finder’s fees in the amount of $5,040 to eligible finders and issued a total of 67,200 finder warrants (the ‘ Finder Warrants ‘). The terms of the Finder Warrants are the same as the Warrants.

        An insider of the Company acquired an aggregate of 680,000 units. The participation by the insider in the Private Placement constitutes a ‘related party transaction’ as defined under Multilateral Instrument 61-101 Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions (‘ MI 61-101 ‘). The Company relied on the exemptions from the valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements of MI 61-101 contained in sections 5.5(a) and 5.7(1)(a) of MI 61-101, as neither the fair market value of the securities purchased by insiders, nor the consideration for the securities paid by such insiders, exceeded 25% of CQX’s market capitalization. The Company did not file a material change report in respect of the related party transaction at least 21 days before the closing of the Private Placement, which the Company deems reasonable in the circumstances in order to complete the Offering in an expeditious manner. The Private Placement was unanimously approved by the Board.

        Proceeds from the Private Placement are intended for exploration activities and general working capital purposes. All securities issued in connection with the Private Placement are subject to a statutory hold period expiring January 20, 2026, being the date that is four months and one day from the date of issuance.

        The securities described herein have not been registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the ‘ U.S. Securities Act ‘), or any state securities laws, and may not be offered or sold absent registration or compliance with an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws. This news release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of the securities in any State in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.

        About Copper

        Copper is an essential industrial metal at the heart of the global energy transition and modern infrastructure. It plays a critical role in electrification, renewable energy systems, electric vehicles, data centers, and smart technologies. With global demand rising and new supply challenged by declining grades, complex permitting, and underinvestment, the copper market faces persistent deficits and growing geopolitical scrutiny. Recent U.S. policy announcements, including import tariffs and initiatives to secure domestic and allied supply chains, underscore copper’s strategic importance and the need for resilient, localized resource exploration, development, production and processing capacity.

        About Copper Quest Inc.

        Copper Quest (CSE: CQX; OTCQB: IMIMF; FRA: 3MX) is focused on building shareholder value through the exploration and development of its North American Critical Mineral portfolio of assets. The Company’s land package currently comprises four projects that span over 40,000+ hectares in great mining jurisdictions.

        Copper Quest has a 100% interest in the Stars Property, a porphyry copper-molybdenum discovery, covering 9,693 hectares in central British Columbia’s Bulkley Porphyry Belt. Contiguous to the Stars Property Copper Quest has a 100% interest in the 5,389 ha Stellar Property. CQX also has an earn-in option up to 80% and joint-venture agreement on the 4,700 ha porphyry copper-molybdenum Rip Project, also in the Bulkley Porphyry Belt.

        Copper Quest has a 100% interest in the Thane Project located in the Quesnel Terrane of Northern BC which spans over 20,658 ha with 10 high-priority targets identified demonstrating significant copper and precious metal mineralization potential.

        Copper Quest’s leadership and advisory teams are senior mining industry executives who have a wealth of technical and capital markets experience and a strong track record of discovering, financing, developing, and operating mining projects on a global scale. Copper Quest is committed to sustainable and responsible business activities in line with industry best practices, supportive of all stakeholders, including the local communities in which it operates. The Company’s common shares are principally listed on the Canadian Stock Exchange under the symbol ‘CQX’. For more information on Copper Quest, please visit the Company’s website at Copper Quest .

        On behalf of the Board of Copper Quest Exploration Inc.

        Brian Thurston, P.Geo.
        Chief Executive Officer and Director
        Tel: 778-949-1829

        For further information contact:

        Kelly Abbott
        Investor Relations
        info@copper.quest

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        This news release contains certain ‘forward-looking information’ and ‘forward-looking statements’ (collectively, ‘ forward-looking statements ‘) within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. All statements, other than statements of historical fact included herein, including without limitation, statements relating the future operations and activities of Copper Quest, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are frequently, but not always, identified by words such as ‘expects’, ‘anticipates’, ‘believes’, ‘intends’, ‘estimates’, ‘potential’, ‘possible’, and similar expressions, or statements that events, conditions, or results ‘will’, ‘may’, ‘could’, or ‘should’ occur or be achieved. Forward-looking statements in this news release relate to, among other things, the expected use of proceeds from the Private Placement. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Forward-looking statements reflect the beliefs, opinions and projections on the date the statements are made and are based upon a number of assumptions and estimates based on or related to many of these factors. Such factors include, without limitation, risks associated with possible accidents and other risks associated with mineral exploration operations, the risk that the Company will encounter unanticipated geological factors, risks associated with the interpretation of exploration results, the possibility that the Company may not be able to secure permitting and other governmental clearances necessary to carry out the Company’s exploration plans, the risk that the Company will not be able to raise sufficient funds to carry out its business plans, and the risk of political uncertainties and regulatory or legal changes that might interfere with the Company’s business and prospects. Readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements and information contained in this news release concerning these items. The Company does not assume any obligation to update the forward-looking statements of beliefs, opinions, projections, or other factors, should they change, except as required by applicable securities laws.

        The Canadian Securities Exchange has not reviewed, approved or disapproved the contents of this press release, and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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        Bills edge out Dolphins on ‘Thursday Night Football’: How it happened

        The Miami Dolphins look like a fish out of water.

        Attempting to save their season from the dreaded 0-3 start, Miami made the trek to western New York for a battle against the Buffalo Bills. While the final score was closer than expected, 31-21, Buffalo never really had to sweat.

        They came close, however, before Zach Sieler’s roughing the kicker penalty changed everything. The turning point in the contest – it awarded the Bills with a new set of downs when the game was tied.

        Regardless, this was a performance that likely cooled the hot seats for Mike McDaniel and Chris Grier in Miami – at least momentarily.

        Now the Bills move to 3-0 on the season, despite not looking their best in the young season.

        A win is a win though and the Bills will certainly enjoy adding another one in that column. Now both teams head off for the mini-bye before returning to action in Week 4.

        Here’s how the action unfolded from Buffalo.

        USA TODAY Sports provided live updates, highlights, and more from the Bills-Dolphins ‘Thursday Night Football’ game in Week 3 below.

        Bills vs. Dolphins takeaways

        • Dolphins’ biggest issue may not be coaching

        Everyone loves to blame the coaching staff, but the Dolphins have a roster littered with issues. They lack depth in the trenches and it appears they ignored the defense all offseason. Injuries in the secondary make it almost impossible to win in the modern NFL.

        • Bills’ win covers bigger issues under the hood for now

        The Bills might be 3-0, but this game wasn’t supposed to be close and it still took a costly penalty to set up the game-winning score. It’s not exactly inspiring after the Jets mostly beat themselves in Week 2 and the Ravens had to blow a 15-point lead with less than five minutes to go. They might still be the favorites, but this defense needs plenty of work if Buffalo wants to be playing in February.

        • The Dolphins need more from Tua Tagovailoa to win games

        It’s not his fault, but Tagovailoa’s health remains a primary concern whenever he steps on the field. If that weren’t a concern, you would spend the entire game waiting for the back-breaking mistake. Tagovailoa cost his team with an interception late and, to make it even worse, that wasn’t exactly the most surprising outcome.

        Bills vs. Dolphins final score: Buffalo 31, Miami 21

        Bills-Dolphins score update: Prater seals it

        That’ll do it for this one in Buffalo. Tagovailoa’s interception comes back to haunt the Dolphins as Prater knocks through the field goal for a 10-point lead.

        Bills 31, Dolphins 21

        Tua Tagovailoa tosses interception with three minutes to go

        Tagovailoa has been begging to throw an interception with some of these throws tonight. He finally tosses one to the wrong team as Terrel Bernard steps in front to take it away. Miami was on the edge of the red zone, but will now need a stop to get the ball back with three minutes to go.

        Bills-Dolphins score update: Buffalo back in front after costly penalty

        Miami had Buffalo stopped around midfield, but Zach Sieler was flagged for roughing the kicker, and the Bills got a new set of downs. Khalil Shakir ends up making the Dolphins pay with a 15-yard catch-and-run touchdown a few plays later.

        Bills 28, Dolphins 21 

        Bills-Dolphins score update: Tyreek Hill TD for the tie

        The Dolphins won’t go quietly into the night. Instead, they might just win this thing. Miami converted a fourth down to begin the quarter and finished the drive off with a touchdown pass to Hill, who promptly celebrates with a few flips. We’re all knotted up at 21 apiece and it’s setting up for a fun finish.

        Bills 21, Dolphins 21 

        End of the third quarter: Bills lead with 15 minutes to go

        The third quarter was fairly uneventful, especially after the Bills scored to begin the half. Both defenses have found their game, but Miami has a crucial third down as we get set to begin the fourth.

        Teams trading punts in the third quarter

        The scoring has slowed down as both teams have failed to gain any traction on offense after the opening drive TD. Miami has the ball back, trailing by seven.

        Who is Ryan Fitzpatrick?

        Fitzpatrick currently serves as an analyst for Prime Video’s “Thursday Night Football” coverage. A former NFL quarterback, Fitzpatrick was well-traveled throughout his career, making stops with the St. Louis Rams, Cincinnati Bengals, Buffalo Bills, Tennessee Titans, Houston Texans, New York Jets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Miami Dolphins and the then-Washington Football Team. In other words, he saw plenty of the NFL landscape during his 17 seasons.

        Bills-Dolphins score update: James Cook puts Buffalo ahead

        The Bills are back on top thanks to a Cook rushing touchdown to open the second half. However, the story is that this game is getting chippy, with a few skirmishes between both teams. That’ll be something to monitor in the second half.

        Bills 21, Dolphins 14

        Josh Allen stats at halftime

        • Completions/attempts (%): 11/13 (84.6%)
        • Passing yards: 97
        • Passing TDs: 2
        • INTs: 0
        • Rating: 137.3
        • Rush attempts: 1
        • Rushing yards: 0

        Tua Tagovailoa stats at halftime

        • Completions/attempts (%): 12/18 (66.7%)
        • Passing yards: 66
        • Passing TDs: 1
        • INTs: 0
        • Rating: 91.4
        • Rush attempts: 2
        • Rushing yards: 10

        Dalton Kincaid stats at halftime

        • Catches (Targets): 3 (4)
        • Receiving yards: 41
        • Touchdowns: 1

        De’Von Achane stats at halftime

        • Rush attempts: 6
        • Rushing yards: 35
        • Catches (Targets): 5 (7)
        • Receiving yards: 10
        • Touchdowns: 0

        Halftime: All tied up at the break

        A silence has fallen over Highmark Stadium heading into the intermission. Miami’s drive to end the half has seemingly shocked everyone associated with the home team as the heavy favorites have work to do in the second half. If Miami’s defense can step up, we’re in for a wild finish.

        Bills 14, Dolphins 14

        Bills-Dolphins score update: Miami ties it with a Jaylen Waddle TD

        Somehow, this game is tied. The Bills have dominated the first half, but that missed field goal from Prater gave the Dolphins some life. They marched 71 yards and cap off the 16-play drive with a touchdown from Waddle to even the score.

        Bills 14, Dolphins 14

        Matt Prater misses field goal attempt from 39

        You thought Buffalo was scoring another touchdown, didn’t you? Yeah, color us surprised as well. Following the first negative play of the game, Prater misses a 39-yard field goal wide left. Very wide left. As in, it never stood a chance. 

        Dolphins fail to respond again, punt it away

        The real Miami Dolphins have joined the program. It’s another three-and-out for McDaniel’s crew and this one had even less action than the last one. The Bills take over at their own 27, looking for a 73-yard touchdown drive to add to the previous two.

        Bills-Dolphins score update: Buffalo takes the lead

        Aside from one incompletion, the Bills have gained at least one yard on every play. That certainly isn’t a recipe for success for Miami and Buffalo is making it look easy. The rookie, Jackson Hawes, gets in on the action, scoring his first career touchdown to cap off the 63-yard drive.

        Bills 14, Dolphins 7

        End of first quarter: Buffalo in control despite tied score

        The game isn’t over after the first quarter like many expected, but the Bills still haven’t been given a reason to sweat after the first 15 minutes. They are driving for the lead and the Miami defense still hasn’t forced a negative play. It’ll be tough for McDaniel’s team to steal a win if they can’t turn it around soon. 

        Bills 7, Dolphins 7

        Dolphins can’t respond, forced to punt after three-and-out

        Miami looked like a different team on their second drive, unable to get anything going. They pick up just seven yards, including two on the ground from Tagovailoa. Many fans were likely holding their breath as the quarterback dove forward to pick up a couple of yards. After the punt, the Bills take over at their own 36.

        Bills-Dolphins score update: Dalton Kincaid scores TD

        As expected, the Dolphins defense looked like traffic cones on the Bills’ opening drive. It takes just seven plays for Buffalo to drive 70 yards for the score as Kincaid hauls in the 20-yard touchdown to tie things up.

        Bills 7, Dolphins 7

        Was Tyreek Hill out of bounds?

        The Dolphins might’ve scored on their opening drive, but they did appear to benefit from a missed call on third down. Tua Tagovailoa found Tyreek Hill for a first-down reception, but the receiver bobbled the ball. After checking out the replay, it appears Hill only got one foot in bounds. The Bills did not challenge and it ultimately cost them. 

        Bills-Dolphins score update: Ollie Gordon II’s first career TD puts Miami on top

        Well, how about that. No one gave the Dolphins a chance in this game and the Dolphins get the scoring started with a six-minute drive that goes 47 yards before Gordon plunges into the end zone. Buffalo’s defense looked like what we expected from Miami on that opening drive. Not too shabby for Mike McDaniel and company in the early going.

        Dolphins 7, Bills 0

        What time does Bills vs. Dolphins start?

        • Date: Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025
        • Time: 8:15 p.m. ET  

        What TV channel is Bills vs. Dolphins on today?

        • Buffalo market: WKBW
        • Miami market: WFOR

        National viewers will have to stream the matchup on Amazon Prime Video, the home of ‘TNF.’

        Watch ‘Thursday Night Football’ with a Prime Video subscription

        Bills vs. Dolphins prediction

        This is a prime example of two franchises headed in opposite directions. Buffalo looks like the cream of the crop and is a legitimate Super Bowl contender, while Miami looks like a runaway train. The Dolphins’ offensive line might be bad, but their defense is putrid: The unit allowed 33 points in back-to-back weeks and Buffalo might just double that.

        The Bills are running a few impressive streaks: Five straight AFC East titles, 24 games of not losing the turnover battle, and they have won their last eight home matchups vs. Miami. Those streaks will continue tonight.

        Buffalo obliterates Miami.

        Prediction: Bills 41, Dolphins 13

        Bills vs. Dolphins odds, moneyline, over/under

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        Bills vs. Dolphins live stream

        ‘Thursday Night Football’ is only available to National viewers via streaming on Amazon Prime Video, the home of ‘TNF.’

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        Josh Allen arrives for ‘Thursday Night Football’ vs. Dolphins

        The reigning NFL MVP arrives for the Bills’ Week 3 matchup and is wearing the second of nine custom hats designed by patients at Buffalo’s Oishei Children’s Hospital. After each home game, his hat will be auctioned off to support the Patricia Allen Fund.

        Dolphins inactives vs. Bills

        Bills inactives vs. Dolphins

        AFC East standings

        1. Buffalo Bills (2-0) 
        2. New England Patriots (1-1) 
        3. New York Jets (0-2) 
        4. Miami Dolphins (0-2) 

        Is Jaylen Waddle playing tonight?

        Waddle is active for tonight’s game against the Bills. He had been listed as questionable with a shoulder injury he suffered in the Week 1 loss against the Colts.

        He’s expected to have a full workload tonight.

        Which NFL team has the most Super Bowl wins? 

        The Steelers are tied with the New England Patriots for the most Super Bowl wins with six. 

        Pittsburgh and Dallas have the unique distinction of playing each other more than any other team combination in Super Bowl history with three matchups. 

        Super Bowl odds

        • 1. Buffalo Bills (+500)
        • 2. Baltimore Ravens (+550)
        • 3. Green Bay Packers (+650)
        • 4. Philadelphia Eagles (+700)
        • 5. Detroit Lions (+1400)
        • 6. Kansas City Chiefs (+1500)
        • 7. Los Angeles Chargers (+1600)
        • 8. Los Angeles Rams (+1800)
        • T9. San Francisco 49ers (+2200)
        • T9. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (+2200)

        Josh Allen nose injury

        The Buffalo Bills’ quarterback added a visor to his helmet ahead of the team’s practice session on Tuesday. The change comes after Allen suffered an injury to his nose in Week 2’s clash with the New York Jets, when defensive tackle Micheal Clemons’ left hand wacked him in the face as Allen took a sack.

        The injury caused Allen to miss about a minute and a half of the first quarter – just two plays. He returned to the game for the start of the second quarter with cotton gauze shoved up his left nostril. – Jack McKessy

        2025 NFL MVP odds

        • T-1. Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills (+325)
        • T-1. Lamar Jackson, Baltimore Ravens (+325)
        • T-3. Justin Herbert, Los Angeles Chargers (+800)
        • T-3. Jordan Love, Green Bay Packers (+800)
        • 5. Jayden Daniels, Washington Commanders (+1400)
        • T-6. Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs (+1800)
        • T-6. Jalen Hurts, Philadelphia Eagles (+1800)
        • 8. Baker Mayfield, Tampa Bay Buccaneers (+2000)
        • 9. Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys (+3000)
        • 10. Matthew Stafford, Los Angeles Rams (+3500)

        Who are the ‘Thursday Night Football’ announcers for Amazon Prime Video? 

        Al Michaels (play-by-play) and Kirk Herbstreit (analyst) will be in the broadcast booth for Prime Video, with Kaylee Hartung (sideline) and Terry McAulay (rules analyst) providing additional coverage.  

        The Prime Video pregame, halftime and postgame shows feature Charissa Thompson as host, as well as former NFL players Ryan Fitzpatrick, Tony Gonzalez, Richard Sherman and Andrew Whitworth as analysts.  

        Taylor Rooks is the feature reporter for Prime Video’s ‘Thursday Night Football’ coverage.

        How old is Al Michaels?

        Michaels, who is once again serving as the play-by-play voice of Amazon Prime’s ‘Thursday Night Football,’ is 80 years old. He will turn 81 in November and has worked on network sports television since 1971.

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        Can Fever guard Caitlin Clark play in WNBA playoffs?

        ATLANTA — Caitlin Clark is not eligible to return for the Indiana Fever for the rest of the season, even if she was fully recovered and able to play.

        While Clark could have returned at any point in the regular season, each team needs to submit an active roster ahead of the WNBA playoffs. Only players on that submitted active roster are eligible to play in the postseason.

        Clark, who is out for the season with a right groin injury, was left off the active roster. The 2024 Rookie of the Year and All-WNBA First Team honoree was limited to 13 games with various injuries, including those to her left quad, left groin, right groin, and left ankle.

        The other four Fever players with season-ending injuries — Sydney Colson (left ACL), Aari McDonald (right foot), Sophie Cunningham (right MCL) and Chloe Bibby (right knee) — were also left off the Fever’s playoff active roster.

        That left the Fever with 11 players on the active roster, four of which are signed with hardship waivers: Odyssey Sims, Aerial Powers, Shey Peddy and Bree Hall.

        Indiana has had 10 available players throughout the playoffs so far, as Damiris Dantas suffered a concussion last week and has missed all three games. Should the Fever advance further in the playoffs, Dantas would be eligible to return as she was listed on the Fever’s playoff active roster.

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        Clayton Kershaw opens up about decision to retire

        The team announced on Thursday, Sept. 18 that the veteran pitcher will retire after 18 years in Dodger blue.

        “I’m going to call it,” Kershaw said in a press conference on Thursday. “I’m going to retire. We talked about it a lot (as a family).”

        Several of Kershaw’s current teammates, manager Dave Roberts and members of Kershaw’s family were among those in attendance for the press conference.

        “I think I’ve known for a little having just talked to him throughout the season,” Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy told Spectrum SportsNet. “We found out officially this morning. He sent us all a text. I know he’s saying it today, but I don’t know if I officially believe it.”

        Many expected Kershaw to retire after the 2024 season, but he decided to come back after the Dodgers won the World Series. He did not participate in the 2024 postseason due to a toe injury, but received a ring for being a member of the team and pitching during the regular season.

        He has a 10-2 record this season in 20 starts, with 71 strikeouts in 102 innings pitched. Kershaw joined the 3,000-strikeout club in early July. He became the 20th pitcher to reach that career milestone.

        The two-time World Series champion will finish his career second on the Dodgers’ all-time wins list with 222. Don Sutton has the franchise record of 233.

        Kershaw is also third in team history in starts with 449, trailing Sutton (533) and Don Drysdale (465).

        Kershaw said he decided to announce his decision with 10 games remaining on the regular season schedule to prevent being a distraction before the start of the postseason.

        “I’m at peace with it and I think it’s the right time,” Kershaw said. “It’s been a fun year and such a blast. I can’t think of a better season to go out, but we have a lot to accomplish.”

        When is Clayton Kershaw’s next game?

        Kershaw will make his final regular-season start against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium on Friday, Sept. 19.

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        NHL star announces this will be his final season

        Los Angeles Kings captain Anze Kopitar announced on Thursday, Sept. 18, that he will retire after the 2025-26 season.

        The upcoming season will be his 20th in the NHL, all of which he has spent with the Kings after they drafted him in the first round (11th overall) in 2005.

        Kopitar, 38, ranks in the top three all-time on the team in major offensive categories and won Stanley Cup titles in 2012 and 2014. He has been captain since the 2016-17 season.

        He made the announcement on the first day of practice at training camp.

        ‘I want to get this out of the way now, where I’m not a distraction for the team,’ he said during a news conference with his family. ‘If we’re in a fight down the stretch, the last thing I want to do is take attention from the team and put it on myself.’

        The first Slovenian to play in the NHL and to win the Stanley Cup is in the final year of a two-year, $14 million contract that he signed in 2023.

        He was the second Los Angeles athlete to announce a pending retirement on Thursday, following Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw. Kopitar said that news caught him by surprise.

        ‘It must have been something in the universe for us to decide (on the same day),’ Kopitar said.

        Where does Anze Kopitar rank on Kings’ scoring list?

        Kopitar ranks second all-time on the Kings’ regular-season scoring list with 1,278 points and could finish the season as No. 1. He trails Hall of Famer Marcel Dionne by 29 points heading into the Oct. 7 opener.

        He also leads the franchise in games played (1,454) and is first in assists (838) and game-winning goals (78) and third in goals (440). He’s second to Dionne in even-strength and power-play points and could pass him in those categories this season.

        Kopitar leads Kings players in playoff games (103) and has 62 assists and 89 points and has the potential to pass leader Wayne Gretzky in those categories.

        ‘Yes, the numbers are good, but the goal that I’m trying to achieve and we’re trying to achieve is winning,’ he said. ‘The highs of winning surpass every high from your individual stats and individual numbers.’

        Why is Anze Kopitar retiring?

        Kopitar said he will retire so he can spend more time with his wife, Ines, and two children, Neža and Jakob.

        ‘We have a figure skater and a hockey player on our hands, so I want to be present for them,’ he said.

        The family plans to move back to Slovenia, where his parents and extended family live.

        Though the timing of the announcement could set up a retirement tour, Kopitar said his focus will be on the season and trying to win a third championship.

        ‘I’m looking extremely forward to this next season,’ he said. ‘I still have a lot of motivation. I’ve got a lot of energy and desire to compete at the very highest level.’

        Will Anze Kopitar be a Hall of Famer?

        Yes and potentially on the first ballot. In addition to the two championships (as an alternate captain), he has won the Selke Trophy twice as top defensive forward and the Lady Byng Trophy (sportsmanship) three times, including in 2024-25. He also won the Mark Messier NHL Leadership Award in 2021-22.

        He was captain of Team Europe in the 2016 World Cup of Hockey, which lost to Canada in the final.

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        USC star JuJu Watkins ‘doing great’ in ACL rehab; timeline uncertain

        LOS ANGELES — There is no timetable for when Southern California women’s basketball star JuJu Watkins could return after suffering a season-ending injury in March.

        Coach Lindsay Gottlieb gave an update on her guard’s status with reporters on Thursday, Sept. 18. She said Watkins has been “doing great” during her recovery and has been with the team during the summer. Gottlieb added, “JuJu is going to be back at some point,” but there is no answer if it will be this upcoming season.

        “She’s doing well, I don’t have too much more to elaborate on that,” Gottlieb said. It’s a long process, and I’m just trying to be here for her to make sure this time when she’s not able to play the game that I’m still what she needs me to be.

        “I have no other update in terms of timetable, so just to preemptively say I don’t know anything else other than that, other than she’s attacking her rehab and in a really good, good place with that,” she added.

        What happened to JuJu Watkins?

        Watkins suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the second round of the women’s NCAA Tournament against Mississippi State. The injury happened early in the first quarter as Watkins suddenly went down without any noticeable contact. She immediately grabbed her right knee and was in visible pain before she was taken off the court.

        The injury sidelined Watkins for the remainder of the tournament. It was a devastating blow for a Trojans team that had national championship aspirations after a 28-3 regular season in which it won the Big Ten regular season title and was a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament. The Trojans advanced to the Elite Eight, where they were eliminated by eventual national champion Connecticut to deny USC its first Final Four appearance since 1986.

        The hometown kid, Watkins continued to build off her dazzling freshman season with a sophomore year that solidified her as one of the faces of the sport. She averaged 23.9 points per game − sixth most in Division I − with 3.4 assists and 6.8 rebounds per game. Watkins scored in double figures in 32 of the 33 games she played. She was named Big Ten Player of the Year, was a unanimous first-team All-American selection and named the women’s 2025 Naismith National Player of the Year.

        When could JuJu Watkins return?

        While there is no definitive timeline for when Watkins could return, there is a chance she could play in the 2025-26 season.

        ACL tears typically require 8-12 months of recovery, and since Watkins suffered her injury in March, there is a chance she could return as early December before conference play begins.

        However, it’s unlikely Watkins returns that soon and she could end up not returning until March around the 2026 NCAA Tournament. She could also sit out the upcoming season and return for 2026-27 campaign.

        USC women’s basketball 2025-26 outlook

        With Watkins still recovering from injury, USC will be without its star in some of the most notable matchups of the 2025-26 season. The Trojans play North Carolina State on Nov. 9 and South Carolina on Nov. 15, as well as a road trip to Notre Dame on Nov. 21 and a home game against Connecticut on Dec. 13.

        Despite missing Watkins, USC still remains a loaded team that will contend in the Big Ten and for a spot in the Final Four. Breakout guard Kennedy Smith is back and it has added consensus five-star recruit Jazzy Davidson and UCLA-transfer Londynn Jones.

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        CHARBONE Hydrogen Announces $2M Convertible Debentures Replacement

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        Brossard, Quebec, September 18, 2025 TheNewswire Charbone Hydrogen Corporation (TSXV: CH,OTC:CHHYF; OTCQB: CHHYF; FSE: K47) (the ‘Company’ or ‘CHARBONE ‘) a company focused on green hydrogen production and distribution is pleased to announce the signature of Replacement Debentures of an amount of $2,050,000 (the ‘Replacement Debenture’ ) by amending certain terms of the secured convertible debentures of the Company (each, a ‘Debenture’ ) that the Company issued in connection with the private placement of debentures of an aggregate principal amount of $1,746,366 of 12% secured convertible debentures.

        Before the Replacement Debenture took effect as of September 30, 2025, the Debentures were convertible into common shares of CHARBONE (each, a ‘Debenture Share’ ) at a conversion price of $0.10 per share until maturity.

        Under the new Replacement Debenture:

        • The maturity date has been extended from September 30 and October 31, 2025 to September 30, 2026;

        • The convertible balance moves from $1.7 million to $2.1 million with the same annual rate of 12%, payable monthly, and

        • The conversion price of the Debentures moves from $0.10 per Debenture Share to $0.07 per Debenture Share

        The new Replacement Debenture will be subject to the approval of the TSX Venture Exchange.

        ‘ These changes announce today to the existing debentures is providing a new financing flexibility to Charbone by extending significantly the maturities and provide us with additional financing to complete and execute the acquisition of the operational hydrogen production and refueling equipment, announced on September 5, 2025, ‘ said Benoit Veilleux, Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary of CHARBONE . ‘ As we gain momentum, we are continuously working towards optimizing our capital structure and advance our first-mover advantages as well as our shareholder interests .’

        About Charbone Hydrogen CORPORATION

        CHARBONE is an integrated company specialized in Ultra High Purity (UHP) hydrogen and the strategic distribution of industrial gases in North America and the Asia-Pacific region. It is developing a modular network of green hydrogen production while partnering with industry players to supply helium and other specialty gases without the need to build costly new plants. This disciplined strategy diversifies revenue streams, reduces risks, and increases flexibility. The CHARBONE group is publicly listed in North America and Europe on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV: CH,OTC:CHHYF), the OTC Markets (OTCQB: CHHYF), and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FSE: K47). For more information, visit www.charbone.com .

        Forward-Looking Statements

        This news release contains statements that are ‘forward-looking information’ as defined under Canadian securities laws (‘forward-looking statements’). These forward-looking statements are often identified by words such as ‘intends’, ‘anticipates’, ‘expects’, ‘believes’, ‘plans’, ‘likely’, or similar words. The forward-looking statements reflect management’s expectations, estimates, or projections concerning future results or events, based on the opinions, assumptions and estimates considered reasonable by management at the date the statements are made. Although Charbone believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, and undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements, as unknown or unpredictable factors could cause actual results to be materially different from those reflected in the forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements may be affected by risks and uncertainties in the business of Charbone. These risks, uncertainties and assumptions include, but are not limited to, those described under ‘Risk Factors’ in the Corporation’s Filing Statement dated March 31, 2022, which is available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com; they could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those projected in any forward-looking statements.

        Except as required under applicable securities legislation, Charbone undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information.

        Neither 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 .

        Contact Charbone Hydrogen Corporation

        Telephone: +1 450 678 7171

        Email: ir@charbone.com

        Benoit Veilleux

        CFO and Corporate Secretary

        Copyright (c) 2025 TheNewswire – All rights reserved.

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        15 Canadian Crypto ETFs in 2025

        While directly holding cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum is a popular option, investors looking for alternatives are clamoring for financial products such as crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

        Canada first launched Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in 2021. These Canadian Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs allow investors to place returns in tax-sheltered accounts like tax-free savings accounts or registered retirement savings plans.

        “There is a high demand for a Bitcoin product that has all the features that people love about ETFs — that they trade on an exchange, that they’re liquid,” Ross Mayfield, investment strategy analyst at Robert W. Baird & Co., told Bloomberg in mid-2021.

        Interest has only increased since then. In the US, Bitcoin ETFs’ net assets surpassed US$100 billion in November 2024, gaining ground on US gold ETFs. Sean Farrell, head of digital asset strategy at Fundstrat, wrote in mid-2023 that the Bitcoin ETF category at large has the potential to surpass the precious metals ETF market in terms of asset value.

        ‘Bitcoin ETF eventually could become >$300 billion category,’ he said in the note.

        Ethereum ETFs have also become a major talking point. Ethereum is the most widely used blockchain technology, and Ether, the digital currency of this platform, is the second largest cryptocurrency after Bitcoin.

        In Q2 2025, Canadian ETF firms officially launched North America’s first Solana and XRP spot ETFs, offering investors exposure to the significant altcoins. The launch of XRP ETFs by Canadian firms comes amid increased clarity regarding XRP’s regulatory status in the US.

        With that in mind, it’s worth taking a look at the currently available Canadian cryptocurrency ETFs.

        The list below includes the biggest 15 crypto ETFs available on the Canadian market sorted by assets under management, and all data presented is current as of September 16, 2025.

        1. Fidelity Advantage Bitcoin ETF (TSX:FBTC)

        Assets under management: C$1.48 billion

        The Fidelity Advantage Bitcoin ETF launched in November 2021. It offers the security of Fidelity’s in-house cold storage services for its holdings.

        While it previously had a management fee of 0.39 percent, the Fidelity Advantage Bitcoin ETF lowered it in January 2025 to an ultra-low management fee of 0.32 percent.

        2. CI Galaxy Bitcoin ETF (TSX:BTCX.B)

        Assets under management: C$1.40 billion

        Launched in March 2021, the CI Galaxy Bitcoin ETF was born out of a partnership between cryptocurrency leaders Galaxy Fund Management and CI Global Asset Management. Galaxy Fund Management is part of Galaxy Digital, a diversified financial services firm with a focus on digital assets and the blockchain technology sector.

        The ETF’s objective is to give investors exposure to Bitcoin via an institutional-quality fund platform, as its holdings are wholly Bitcoin and are kept in cold storage. At 0.4 percent, this fund is another with one of the lowest management fees of the crypto funds on the market.

        3. Purpose Bitcoin ETF (TSX:BTCC)

        Assets under management: C$1.04 billion

        Billed as the world’s first physically settled Bitcoin ETF, the Purpose Bitcoin ETF launched in February 2021 and is backed by Bitcoin in cold storage. This means the fund allows investors to add and sell Bitcoin with no digital wallet required.

        Hosted by Canadian investment company Purpose Investments, the Purpose Bitcoin ETF has a management expense ratio of 1.5 percent.

        4. CI Galaxy Ethereum ETF (TSX:ETHX.U)

        Assets under management: C$805.65 million

        The CI Galaxy Ethereum ETF, another collaboration between CI and Galaxy, offers investors exposure to the spot Ethereum price through Ether holdings in cold storage. The fund launched on April 20, 2021, the same day as two of the other Ether ETFs on this list.

        The CI Galaxy Ethereum ETF has a low management fee of just 0.4 percent.

        5. 3iQ Solana Staking ETF (TSX:SOLQ)

        Assets under management: C$353.67 million

        The 3iQ Solana Staking ETF is designed to provide investors with a user-friendly and secure way to gain exposure to SOL and earn passive rewards through staking. Its launch quickly garnered significant assets under management and attracted investments from SkyBridge Capital and two of ARK Invest’s ETFs.

        For the first 12 months after its April 16, 2025, launch, the ETF features a 0 percent management fee. After this initial period, the management fee will be 0.15 percent.

        6. Evolve Bitcoin ETF (TSX:EBIT)

        Assets under management: C$261.36 million

        Evolve ETFs partnered with cryptocurrency experts, including Gemini Trust Company, CF Benchmarks, Cidel Bank & Trust and CIBC Mellon Global Services, to launch the Evolve Bitcoin ETF. The fund, which holds its own Bitcoin, has a management fee of 0.75 percent.

        Launched a week after the Purpose Bitcoin ETF, its holdings of Bitcoin are priced based on the CME CF Bitcoin Reference Rate, a once-a-day benchmark index price for Bitcoin denominated in US dollars.

        7. Purpose Ether ETF (TSX:ETHH)

        Assets under management: C$253.94 million

        The Purpose Ether ETF is a direct-custody Ether ETF that launched on April 20, 2021. This fund currently holds over 87,000 Ether, which it stores in cold storage.

        The Purpose Ether ETF offers investors exposure to the daily price movements of physically settled Ether tokens with a management fee of 1 percent.

        8. 3iQ XRP ETF (TSX:XRPQ)

        Assets under management: C$175.27 million

        The 3iQ XRP ETF provides investors with exposure to XRP, the digital asset native to the XRP Ledger. The ETF, which launched on June 17, 2025, is passively managed and aims to track the performance of the CME CF XRP-Dollar Reference Rate. The underlying XRP is held in secure cold storage.

        The fund’s primary objectives are to give unitholders an opportunity for long-term capital appreciation through exposure to XRP and its daily price movements against the US dollar. This XRP ETF has a 0 percent management fee for its first six months, after which time it will change to 0.59 percent.

        9. Purpose Bitcoin Yield ETF (TSX:BTCY)

        Assets under management: C$124.85 million

        The Purpose Bitcoin Yield ETF uses a covered call strategy to generate yield for investors, which involves writing call options on Bitcoin. Call options give the buyer an option to purchase an asset at a specific price on or before a specific date.

        Its structure allows the fund to earn income from option premiums while providing investors with exposure to Bitcoin’s price movements. Its distributions are paid monthly and has a management fee of 1.1 percent.

        10. Evolve Ether ETF (TSX:ETHR)

        Assets under management: C$107.32 million

        The Evolve Ether ETF offers investors an easier route to investing in Ether. The fund’s holdings of Ether are priced based on the CME CF Ether-Dollar Reference Rate, a once-a-day benchmark index price for Ether denominated in US dollars.

        As with the Evolve Bitcoin ETF, the Evolve Ether ETF has a management fee of 0.75 percent.

        11. Fidelity Advantage Ether ETF (TSX:FETH)

        Assets under management: C$101.38 million

        Following the successful launch of its Bitcoin fund, Fidelity brought its Advantage Ether ETF to market in September 2022, making this the newest Ether ETF in Canada. Its holdings are stored in Fidelity’s in-house cold storage.

        The Fidelity Advantage Ether ETF has a low management fee of 0.4 percent.

        12. Purpose Ether Yield ETF (TSX:ETHY)

        Assets under management: C$89 million

        Like the Purpose Bitcoin Yield ETF, the Purpose Ether Yield ETF offers investors an opportunity to invest in Ether while also generating yield. Purpose Investments lends a portion of its Ether holdings to institutional borrowers and earns interest on those loans.

        Investors who purchase shares of this ETF receive a portion of the interest earned in monthly distributions. Like Purpose’s Bitcoin Yield ETF, its management fee is 1.1 percent.

        13. Purpose XRP ETF (TSX:XRPP)

        Assets under management: C$82.27 million

        The Purpose XRP ETF started trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange on June 18, 2025, as part of the launch of Canada’s first XRP ETFs. The fund invests directly in XRP, offering investors access to the XRP spot price.

        The new asset is offering a 0 percent management fee through February 2026, after which time it will have a management fee of 0.69 percent.

        14. Evolve Cryptocurrencies ETF (TSX:ETC)

        Assets under management: C$78.95 million

        The Evolve Cryptocurrencies ETF launched in September 2021 as the first multi-cryptocurrency ETF, providing combined exposure to both Bitcoin and Ether. Its holdings have since expanded to include XRP and Solana.

        This product from Evolve ETFs allows investors to diversify their crypto portfolios and provides indirect exposure to the four coins, weighing them by market capitalization and rebalancing its holdings on a monthly basis. Bitcoin makes up the majority of its portfolio.

        While this ETF has no management fee, the underlying funds that hold both Bitcoin and Ether have management fees of 0.75 percent plus applicable taxes.

        15. Purpose Solana ETF (TSX:SOLL)

        Assets under management: C$53.96 million

        The Purpose Solana ETF gives investors exposure to the price of the Solana cryptocurrency. Its purpose is to provide a regulated and convenient way for investors to participate in the Solana market without the complexities of directly buying and storing the digital asset.

        A key feature of this specific ETF is that it was one of the world’s first with staking built right in. It has a low management fee of 0.39 percent.

        Securities Disclosure: I, Meagen Seatter, hold no direct investment interest in any company mentioned in this article.

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        Silver Hammer Closes CDN$1,809,000 Fully Subscribed Non-Brokered Private Placement of Units

        Silver Hammer Mining Corp. (CSE: HAMR) (the ‘Company‘ or ‘Silver Hammer‘) is pleased to announce that, further to its news releases dated June 17, 2025 and August 5, 2025, it has closed the second and final tranche (the ‘Second Tranche‘) of its previously announced non-brokered private placement (the ‘Offering‘), issuing 26,864,491 units (the ‘Units‘) at a price of CDN$0.055 per Unit for gross proceeds of CDN$1,477,547.01. Together with the first tranche of the Offering, the Company has issued an aggregate of 32,890,909 Units and raised total gross proceeds of CDN$1,809,000 under the Offering.

        ‘The Company is pleased to be fully subscribed and close over CDN$1.8 million, and I am excited to continue to be a large shareholder in the Company by subscribing once again alongside our existing and new shareholders. We have had significant interest in the private placement, well above the funds raised, and truly appreciate the support in the market,’ commented Peter A. Ball, President & CEO. ‘It will be an exciting period going forward for the Company in this robust silver market, which is approaching $43 per ounce, and showing potential for additional upside in the sector for 2026 and beyond. The Company is positioned extremely well with the ability to explore its seven historical high-grade drill-ready silver mines in Idaho and Nevada within our three 100% owned silver projects, with no royalties, or cumbersome earn-in exploration agreements, or future payments required. It was a tough past twelve months, but the market is back and so is Silver Hammer!’

        Each Unit consists of one common share in the capital of the Company (a ‘Share‘) and one transferable common share purchase warrant (a ‘Warrant‘). Each Warrant entitles the holder to acquire one additional Share at an exercise price of CDN$0.07 for a period of five years from the date of issuance.

        The Second Tranche was completed in reliance on prospectus exemptions under National Instrument 45-106 – Prospectus Exemptions (‘NI 45-106‘), and, for greater certainty, did not include any portion completed under the listed issuer financing exemption set out in Part 5A of NI 45-106. All securities issued in connection with the Second Tranche are subject to a statutory hold period of four months, expiring on January 19, 2026, in accordance with applicable securities laws.

        In connection with the Second Tranche, the Company paid finder’s fees consisting of CDN$44,679.40 in cash and issued 1,012,353 finder’s warrants (the ‘Finder’s Warrants‘) to eligible finders. Each Finder’s Warrant is exercisable to acquire one Share at an exercise price of CDN$0.07 for a period of 60 months from the date of issuance.

        Certain directors and officers of the Company have purchased an aggregate of 2,952,310 Units under the Second Tranche. Their participation constituted a ‘related party transaction’ within the meaning of Multilateral Instrument 61-101 – Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions (‘MI 61-101‘). The Company relied on exemptions from the formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements of MI 61-101, as neither the fair market value of the securities issued to insiders nor the consideration paid exceeded 25% of the Company’s market capitalization.

        The Company intends to use the proceeds from the Offering for exploration of its Silver Strand project in Idaho and its Eliza and Silverton projects in Nevada (see below), as well as for general working capital and corporate purposes.

        Projects Overview:

        Silverton Project, Nevada

        Silver Hammer has identified several targets at its 100% owned Silverton Project in Nevada and currently has 13 drill targets identified. The Company’s technical team is currently ranking and prioritizing targets at Silverton with a view towards completing a Phase I drill program in the fall of 2025. Previous exploration work, including rock and soil sampling, geologic mapping and satellite imagery, provided evidence of two separate mineralized systems: silver rich and gold rich. The volcanic-hosted gold system highlighted grades ranging from 0.06 grams per tonne (‘g/t’) to 6.1 g/t gold (‘Au’). The silver dominated mineral system is hosted by silicified limestone with grades ranging from 0.32 g/t silver (‘Ag’) to 692 g/t Ag.

        Silver Strand Project, Idaho

        The Company plans to follow up on previous exploration results at its 100% owned Silver Strand Project in Idaho by executing an eight (8) hole exploration drill program via its Plan of Operations Permit, which was previously approved. The majority of surface samples collected across the property have returned gold and silver mineralization, and historical and recent drilling completed by Silver Hammer in 2021 and 2022, and by previous operators in 2002, highlight high-grade silver and gold mineralization below the lowest level (90 metres) of the mine. In addition, the Company has recently been approached by a local operator to review the project and to potentially mine the Silver Strand Mine for feed for their milling operation through a small miner exemption previously granted.

        Highlighted historical drill results and drill results completed by Silver Hammer (2021/2022) (refer to the Company’s website for detailed disclosure):

        Drill Hole # Au Grade (g/t) Ag Grade (g/t) Length (m)
        DDH02-001: 9.76 24.50 2.20
        DDH02-003: 10.20 199.06 3.30
        DDH02-004: 10.90 522.00 1.50
        SS21-003: 1.13 89.76 4.57
        SS21-004: 5.17 18.07 1.24
        SS21-005: 5.80 13.00 1.80
        SS21-006: 1.29 80.85 7.93
        SS21-007: 4.12 130.00 1.53
        SS22-017: 2.90 Not Sig. 8.40
        SS22-015: Not Sig. 613.00 0.50
        SS22-018: 0.67 212.00 1.50
        SS22-011: 2.00 115.00 0.70

        *All reported intervals are downhole core lengths. Estimated true thickness’ range from 50% to 90% depending on the angle of the drillholes. Drill holes DDH02-001, DDH02-003 and DDH02-004 were drilled by previous owner, New Jersey Mining Company in 2002.

        Eliza Project, Nevada

        The Company plans to follow up on the significant previous exploration results at its 100% owned Eliza Project in Nevada. Results from rock chip and grab samples (from 2021 and 2022) confirmed the existence of a well-developed silver-rich mineral system, which also showed elevated enrichments in copper (Cu), lead (Pb) and zinc (Zn):

        Sample ID No. Ag (g/t) Cu (%) Zn (%) Pb (%)
        EZR007 1540 6.88 7.38 Not Sig.
        EZR008 1410 5.40 2.60 9.05
        PN662703 1290 Not Sig. Not Sig. Not Sig.
        PN662717 1180 7.70 13.4 11.00
        PN614025 450 4.89 15.00 9.04

        The Company is currently fast tracking a property-wide Plan of Operations to submit to the USFS to ensure the project can be fully explored and advanced to a drill ready state on USFS ground, while also prioritizing exploration efforts for a 2026 drill program on patented ground within the Eliza Project area that encompasses the high-grade past-producing California Mine. The Company has completed a property-wide geophysical study, and ground truthing, including geologic mapping and structural analysis, to assist in finalizing the drill targets focused on the silver-rich mineral system mentioned above.

        Qualified Person

        Technical aspects of this press release have been reviewed and approved under the supervision of Philip Mulholland, P.Geo. Mr. Mulholland is a Qualified Person (QP) under National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.

        Technical aspects above were also previously reported in a news release dated March 27, 2023. Please refer to the Company’s website at www.silverhammermining.com.

        About Silver Hammer Mining Corp.

        Silver Hammer Mining Corp. is a junior resource company focused on advancing past-producing high-grade silver projects in the United States. Silver Hammer controls 100% of seven previously producing silver mines which are located within the Silver Strand Project in the Coeur d’Alene Mining District in Idaho, USA, and within the Eliza Silver Project and the Silverton Silver Mine in Nevada. The Company also controls the Lacy Gold Project in British Columbia, Canada. Silver Hammer’s primary focus is to explore, define and develop silver projects near past-producing mines that have not been adequately tested. The Company’s portfolio also provides exposure to copper and gold.

        On Behalf of the Board of Silver Hammer Mining Corp.

        Peter A. Ball
        President & CEO, Director
        E: peter@silverhammermining.com

        For investor relations inquiries, contact:

        Peter A. Ball
        President & CEO
        778.344.4653
        E: investors@silverhammermining.com

        Forward-Looking Information

        This press release contains ‘forward-looking information’ within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. Forward-looking information in this press release includes, without limitation, statements relating to the Offering, the intended use of proceeds from the Offering, and other statements which are subject to a number of conditions, as described elsewhere in this news release. These statements are based upon assumptions that are subject to significant risks and uncertainties, including risks regarding the mining industry, commodity prices, market conditions, general economic factors, management’s ability to manage and to operate the business, and explore and develop the projects of the Company, and the equity markets generally. Because of these risks and uncertainties and as a result of a variety of factors, the actual results, expectations, achievements or performance of the Company may differ materially from those anticipated and indicated by these forward-looking statements. Any number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements as well as future results. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in forward looking statements are reasonable, they can give no assurances that the expectations of any forward-looking statements will prove to be correct. Except as required by law, the Company disclaims any intention and assume no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect actual results, whether as a result of new information, future events, changes in assumptions, changes in factors affecting such forward-looking statements or otherwise.

        This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to sell any of securities in the United States. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the U.S. Securities Act or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to U.S. Persons unless registered under the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or an exemption from such registration is available.

        The Canadian Securities Exchange does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. The Canadian Securities Exchange has neither approved nor disapproved the contents of this press release.

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