TORONTO, Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mandalay Resources Corporation (“Mandalay” or the “Company”) (TSX: MND, OTCQB: MNDJF) is pleased to announce that the Supreme Court of British Columbia has issued a final order approving the previously announced plan of arrangement under the Business Corporations Act (British Columbia) (the “Arrangement”), pursuant to which Alkane Resources Limited (“Alkane”) will acquire all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Mandalay (“Mandalay Shares”). Under the Arr ...

MERIDIAN, Idaho, Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PCS Edventures!, Inc. (“PCSV”), a leading provider of TK-12 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (“STEM”) education programs, today announced that it has repurchased 3,736,170 of its outstanding shares on the open market in the period from July 07, 2025, up to and including July 28, 2025. The shares were repurchased at an average price of $0.0991 for a total consideration of $370,430.26. These repurchases were made as part of the 10 million shar ...

BOCA RATON, FL, Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DeFi Development Corp. (Nasdaq: DFDV) (the “Company”) today announced it will host a live X Spaces conversation on Monday, August 4, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time, titled “July 2025 Business Recap & AMA.” The event will offer participants a detailed review of the Company’s recent business developments, key milestones, and strategic initiatives undertaken in July 2025. Additionally, the Company’s leadership team will host an interactive Ask-Me-Anything (AMA ...

Core Insights - Atos Group has published its 2025 half-year financial report, which includes the activity report, financial statements, auditor's review, and responsible person's statement [2][4]. Company Overview - Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with approximately 70,000 employees and annual revenue of around €10 billion, operating in 67 countries under two brands: Atos for services and Eviden for products [4]. - The company is recognized as the European leader in cybersecurity, cloud, and high-performance computing, and is committed to a secure and decarbonized future [4]. - Atos Group provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions across various industries [4]. Purpose and Commitment - The purpose of Atos is to design the future of the information space, supporting knowledge, education, and research in a multicultural approach [5]. - The company aims to contribute to scientific and technological excellence while enabling customers, employees, and society to live and work sustainably in a secure information environment [5].

Core Viewpoint - Barrick Mining Corporation emphasizes its commitment to sustainability and stakeholder engagement through its Annual Sustainability Update and the release of its 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting key achievements and future priorities [1][6]. Sustainability Strategy - The company focuses on foundational growth projects aimed at creating long-term value through partnerships, comprehensive reporting against the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and a commitment to workplace safety and greenhouse gas emissions management [2][3]. Summary Sustainability Report - Barrick introduced a standalone Summary Sustainability Report to provide stakeholders with an accessible overview of its sustainability performance and impact, detailing operations across various regions [3][4]. Key Achievements - Over the past six years, Barrick has made significant sustainability achievements, including transitioning to renewable energy sources, distributing over $70 billion to workers and local communities, and forming partnerships to develop critical infrastructure such as schools and health clinics [5][6]. Global Operations - Barrick operates in 18 countries and five continents, holding one of the largest portfolios of gold and copper assets, including six Tier One gold mines, and is recognized as the largest gold producer in the United States [7].

Core Insights - Roche announced five-year efficacy, safety, and durability data for Susvimo® (ranibizumab injection) in treating neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD), showing sustained treatment effects with approximately 95% of patients requiring no supplemental treatment before each refill [1][2][7] Group 1: Study Results - The Phase III Portal study demonstrated that Susvimo maintained vision and retinal drying over five years, with best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) showing a decline from 74.4 letters at baseline to 67.6 letters at five years in the Susvimo cohort, and from 76.3 letters to 68.6 letters in the IVT-Susvimo cohort [3][4] - Average central subfield thickness (CST) remained stable, with a reduction of 1.0 µm in the Susvimo cohort and 10.3 µm in the IVT-Susvimo cohort [3] Group 2: Treatment Comparison - Susvimo provides continuous delivery of ranibizumab via a refillable eye implant, contrasting with other treatments that may require monthly injections [5][10] - The Portal study cohort is the largest group of nAMD patients followed prospectively for five years, enhancing the reliability of the results [4][6] Group 3: Clinical Implications - The long-term results support Susvimo's potential to preserve vision in nAMD patients, addressing the challenges of frequent injections associated with traditional anti-VEGF treatments [2][7] - The study's findings may lead to improved real-world clinical outcomes for patients with nAMD, as continuous delivery could offer better vision preservation compared to standard treatments [2][6]

1 August 2025, 19.30 CET ArcelorMittal (the ‘Company’) has today published its half-year report for the six-month period ended 30 June 2025. The report is available on http://corporate.arcelormittal.com/ under Investors > Financial reports > Half-year reports, and on the electronic database of the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (www.bourse.lu/). The report has also been filed on Form 6-K with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and is available on http://corporate.arcelormittal.com/ under Investors ...

Event to Accelerate Production-Ready Quantum Sensing TechnologiesMITCHEL FIELD, N.Y., Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Frequency Electronics, Inc. (“FEI” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ-FEIM), a leading provider of precision timing and frequency control products, today announced it will host the 2025 Quantum Sensing Summit on October 29–30, 2025, in New York City. The event will bring together leaders from government, industry, and research to accelerate the transition of quantum sensing technologies from the la ...

Core Insights - The 2025 EU-wide stress test results confirm BNP Paribas's strong shock absorption capacity and structural resilience [1][5] - The stress test was conducted by the European Banking Authority (EBA) in coordination with the European Central Bank (ECB) and other regulatory bodies [2][3] Stress Test Overview - The adverse scenario of the stress test covers a three-year horizon from 2025 to 2027, using a static balance sheet as of December 2024 [4] - The results are intended to inform the Supervisory Review and Evaluation Process (SREP) for assessing BNP Paribas's compliance with prudential requirements [3] Resilience Metrics - BNP Paribas showed a peak-to-trough depletion of -235 basis points (bps) in fully loaded CET1, an improvement from -398 bps in the 2023 exercise [5] - The Group's leverage ratio remained above the required level throughout the stress period, with a low point of 3.9%, compared to 3.4% in the previous exercise [6] Regulatory Classification - The stress test results will influence BNP Paribas's classification in the ECB's Pillar 2 Guidance (P2G) framework, now with a depletion range of 0–300 bps for CET1, lower than the previous range of 50 to 200 bps [7] - The Group's Pillar 2 Requirement (P2R) is among the lowest in major European banks, reflecting its strong resilience capabilities [8] Commitment to Stakeholders - BNP Paribas is dedicated to maintaining a solid capital position and supporting clients and the economy across various market conditions [9] - The performance in the stress test reinforces the Group's ability to navigate uncertainty and deliver sustainable value to stakeholders [9] Company Profile - BNP Paribas operates in 64 countries with nearly 178,000 employees, focusing on commercial, personal banking, investment services, and corporate banking [10][11] - The Group has a strong presence in Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific, and is committed to corporate social responsibility [11]

Core Viewpoint - Orca Energy Group Inc. has initiated arbitration proceedings against the United Republic of Tanzania and Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC) due to multiple breaches related to the Songo Songo Gas-to-Electricity Project, which threatens the project's viability and the company's investment rights [2][5][6]. Summary by Relevant Sections Company Overview - Orca Energy Group Inc. is an international public company engaged in natural gas development and supply in Tanzania through its subsidiary, PanAfrican Energy Tanzania Limited (PAET) [7]. Legal Actions and Claims - The company has filed three claims against Tanzania and TPDC, citing breaches of the Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT), the Production Sharing Agreement (PSA), and the Gas Agreement (GA) [2][5]. - The claims include failure to extend the Songo Songo Development Licence, forcing the continuation of the Protected Gas regime, and failure to pay royalties owed under the contractual framework [5]. Project Valuation and Damages - The Songo Songo Gas-to-Electricity Project is currently valued at approximately US$1.2 billion, with the exact amount of damages to be determined during arbitration proceedings [3][5]. - The company plans to appoint a quantum expert to prepare a professional damages assessment for the arbitration tribunal [3]. Legal Representation - PAEM and PAET are represented by Boies Schiller Flexner LLP, a law firm known for its successful claims in international arbitration, including against Tanzania [4]. CEO's Statement - The CEO expressed disappointment over the need to initiate arbitration after two decades of partnership, emphasizing the company's commitment to resolving issues amicably and unlocking the project's value for all stakeholders [6].