Key Highlights $973,685 received from the exercise of Warrants $395,600 deposit received from Critical Metals Corp. (NASDAQ: CRML)   Vancouver, BC – TheNewswire - February 17, 2026 – Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. (CSE: CTTT) (OTC: CITLF) (FRA: X9V) (“CiTech” or the “Company”), a leading developer of autonomous, high-capacity mobile communications and security platforms, is pleased to a significant strengthening of its financial position following the successful exercise of company warrants an ...

Montréal, Québec, February 17, 2026 - TheNewswire — Ecolomondo Corporation (TSXV: ECM) (OTCQB: ECLMF) (the “Company” or “Ecolomondo”), a leading Canadian innovator in sustainable scrap tire recycling technology, is pleased to announce that it has engaged Craft Capital Management, LLC (“Craft Capital”) as its strategic investment banking advisor.  Craft Capital’s mandate is to support Ecolomondo’s capital markets strategy, including financing initiatives and the Company’s contemplated uplisting to the NASDA ...

Core Viewpoint - Sendero Resources Corp. is highlighting the geological characteristics of its Peñas Negras Project in Argentina, which align with large-scale magmatic-hydrothermal systems found in the Vicuña Copper-Gold Belt, indicating significant exploration potential [1][21]. Geological Characteristics - The Peñas Negras Project is situated within the Miocene Andean magmatic arc, known for its metal-fertile intrusive activity and large hydrothermal footprints typical of world-class geological environments [3][20]. - The project exhibits features consistent with a large-scale mineralizing system rather than an isolated prospect, including widespread hydrothermal alteration and multiple intrusive phases [4][5]. System Comparison - Peñas Negras shares geological characteristics with major deposits in the Vicuña Belt, such as Miocene age magmatism, Andean arc setting, and porphyry-style alteration [5][20]. - The project shows early-stage porphyry architecture indicators and a broad alteration footprint, suggesting potential for significant mineralization [5][6]. Historical Exploration and Drilling Results - Historical exploration has involved approximately 15,875 meters of drilling across 80 holes, revealing significant copper and gold mineralization extending to depth [8][12]. - Notable drill results include: - Hole PNDH-001: 226 meters grading 0.22 g/t AuEq from surface - Hole PNDH-003: 256 meters grading 0.53 g/t AuEq from 84 meters - Hole PNDH-006: 364.2 meters grading 0.51 g/t AuEq from 33.8 meters [11]. Exploration Strategy - The company's exploration strategy focuses on testing the ENE-trending Mogotes fault, with a fully funded drill program planned to advance the area of interest and define structural traps and extended mineralization [15][20]. - The program aims to delineate Cu–Au and associated pathfinder element anomalies and alteration patterns across the property [15]. Strategic Positioning - Sendero Resources controls a strategic structural corridor within the Vicuña Belt, which is recognized as a significant emerging copper-gold district globally [21][22]. - The Peñas Negras Project is positioned approximately 18 km southeast of the Caserones mine and near other significant projects, enhancing its exploration potential [22].

Group 1 - Credissential Inc. has successfully completed the sale of its Antenna Transfer Inc. business to Codeifai Limited, with the transaction closing on February 16, 2026 [1][2] - The total consideration for the transaction amounts to AUD$1.3 million, consisting of AUD$1.15 million in common shares and AUD$150,000 in cash, which will provide additional working capital for the company's product development [2][3] - The CEO of Credissential expressed satisfaction with the transaction, highlighting that it allows the company to focus on its current product stack, including CoinCMPLY and DealerFlow [3] Group 2 - Codeifai Limited is an Australia-based technology company specializing in AI, quantum computing, and secure data solutions, aiming to meet the global demand for secure digital infrastructure [4] - Codeifai develops high-margin, scalable SaaS platforms that leverage advanced technologies to provide solutions across various sectors, including fintech, legal, healthcare, and government [4] - Credissential is focused on developing AI-powered financial services software, addressing critical friction points in financial transactions to enable efficient, secure, and compliant value transfers [5]

Core Insights - Femto Technologies Inc. has launched Sensera, a tech-enabled intimacy device aimed at delivering personalized wellness experiences, now available for purchase at a retail price of $299 [1] - Sensera features Femto's proprietary Smart Release System (SRS), which adapts to user preferences and refines its responses over time through continuous use [2][3] - The device utilizes real-time physiological metrics to provide adaptive performance tailored to individual users, supported by a dedicated iOS app for customized programs [3] Company Overview - Femto Technologies Inc. is a publicly traded company focused on advancements in the femtech and wellness industries, aiming to create a holistic ecosystem of smart devices and integrated products [5] - The company emphasizes the integration of data science, user experience, and health-focused design in its product offerings [5] - Sensera has been recognized as a CES Innovation Awards 2025 Honoree in the Artificial Intelligence category, highlighting its innovative approach to personal wellness [4]

Core Viewpoint - Western Star Resources Inc. is increasing its non-brokered Private Placement to raise up to $3,000,000 by offering 20,000,000 units at a price of $0.15 per unit, reflecting strong interest in tungsten and critical minerals as strategic resources in North America [1][4]. Group 1: Private Placement Details - The Private Placement will consist of units, each comprising one common share and one common share purchase warrant, with warrants allowing the purchase of additional shares at $0.30 for 24 months [2]. - The net proceeds from the Private Placement will be used to define high-priority drill targets at the Western Star Project, facilitate the company's move into Nevada, and for general working capital and market awareness [3]. Group 2: Company Strategy and Operations - The company aims to enhance shareholder value through the development of exploration properties and seeks partnerships via joint ventures or sales with industry leaders [6]. - Western Star currently holds nine non-surveyed contiguous mineral claims totaling 4,740 hectares in British Columbia, located approximately 50 kilometers southeast of Revelstoke [6]. Group 3: Management Insights - The President and CEO, Blake Morgan, expressed satisfaction with the financing interest, emphasizing the importance of tungsten and critical minerals for defense, infrastructure, and advanced technologies [4]. - The company has also granted 150,000 stock options to a consultant, exercisable at $0.27 per share for three years [4].

Core Viewpoint - Global Energy Metals Corporation has announced a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Austral Resources Australia Ltd for a strategic alliance regarding the toll treatment of ore from the Millennium Copper Cobalt Gold Graphite Project at Austral's Rocklands processing facility, which is located approximately 19 kilometers away from Millennium [1][2][3] Group 1: MOU Details - The MOU allows both parties to collaboratively assess the technical, commercial, logistics, and feasibility aspects of toll treatment of Millennium ore at Rocklands [4] - The MOU is non-binding and non-exclusive, meaning it does not commit either party to a formal transaction, and any binding agreement will require due diligence and feasibility analysis [4] Group 2: Project Significance - The MOU enhances Austral's strategy to establish Rocklands as a regional processing hub, which could improve early mill feed options and restart planning [5] - Access to third-party ore could accelerate throughput ramp-up and reduce operating costs, leading to stronger returns on existing infrastructure [5] Group 3: Millennium Project Overview - The Millennium Project holds a JORC 2012 Mineral Resource Estimate of 8.4 million tonnes at 0.09% cobalt, 0.29% copper, and 0.12 grams per tonne gold, equating to a 1.23% copper equivalent [3][6] - Global Energy Metals holds a 49% interest in Millennium and is fully carried on exploration costs as part of Metal Bank's earn-in for 80% of the project [3] Group 4: Future Exploration and Development - An application for an additional mining lease has been lodged to facilitate further exploration and operations for cobalt, copper, gold, and graphite resources [6][13] - The company is assessing the potential for further value from the Millennium Project by developing graphite potential, including surface mapping and metallurgical testing [13]

Vancouver, British Columbia - TheNewswire - February 17, 2026:  Headwater Gold Inc. (CSE: HWG, OTCQX: HWAUF) (the "Company" or "Headwater") is pleased to announce it has graduated from the OTCQB Venture Market to the OTCQX Best Market and begins trading on the OTCQX Market today under the symbol “HWAUF”. The OTCQX Market is designed for established, investor-focused U.S. and international companies. To qualify for OTCQX, companies must meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governanc ...

Core Insights - Andina Copper Corporation has reported significant drill intercepts from its Cobrasco copper-molybdenum project in Chocó, Colombia, highlighting the potential for a globally significant deposit [1][3]. Drill Results - Drillhole CDH004 has shown wide intercepts of copper-molybdenum mineralization, with results including 620 m at 0.46% Cu and 79 ppm Mo, and notable inclusions of higher grades [2][25]. - The drillhole CDH003 previously reported 352 m at 0.68% Cu and 112 ppm Mo, indicating strong mineralization in the area [2][25]. Geological Observations - The geological composition of CDH004 includes multiple phases of mineralized rhyolite and porphyry, with the strongest copper grades found in intensely fractured magmatic-hydrothermal breccias [8][9]. - Anomalous gold mineralization of up to 1.06 g/t was also noted, suggesting a possible gold-rich intrusive phase within the Cobrasco system [4]. Future Exploration Plans - The company plans to mobilize a second drill rig to expedite exploration and evaluation, with ongoing step-out drilling aimed at expanding the mineralized footprint [3]. - Drillhole CDH005 is currently underway, targeting the southern extensions of the mineralized system, with results expected shortly [4][17]. Company Overview - Andina Copper Corporation is focused on copper exploration in South America, holding significant discoveries along the Andean porphyry belt in Argentina and Colombia, as well as a copper-gold target in Chile [27].

Toronto, Ontario – February 17, 2026 – TheNewswire – LAURION Mineral Exploration Inc. (TSX-V: LME | OTCQB: LMEFF | FSE: 5YD) (“LAURION” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Sankarsan (“Sean”) Ghosal as a strategic advisor. His addition further strengthens the Company’s governance, capital markets expertise, and strategic capabilities as LAURION advances its Ishkōday Gold-Polymetallic Project in Ontario.   Mr. Ghosal brings a highly complementary blend of mining engineering, capital m ...