Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - March 25, 2026) - American Pacific Mining Corp. (CSE: USGD) (OTCQX: USGDF) (FSE: 1QC1) ("American Pacific") and ICG Silver & Gold Ltd. ("ICG") (collectively the "Companies") are pleased to announce that, further to a news release dated March 20, 2026, the Companies have completed, effective March 25, 2026 (the "Closing Date"), the plan of arrangement (the "Arrangement") for the sale of 100% of the Tuscarora and Danny Boy projects (collectively, the "Tuscarora ...

PresentationChris HuntHead of Corporate Development & Shareholder Relation Good afternoon, and good morning to those joining from North America. Thank you for joining us today to talk about ICG Real Estate. I am pleased to be joined by Krysto Nikolic, who joined ICG in 2022 to lead our global real estate business. And today, we want to explain where ICG Real Estate fits within the firm, how the platform has been built and why we believe it will represent an increasingly important contributor to the firm's g ...

Core Insights - Intchains Group experienced a challenging year in 2025, marked by a 21.6% decline in revenue to RMB 220.9 million (approximately $31.6 million) due to market volatility and reduced demand in the second half of the year [5][11] - The company launched several new mining products, including the Aleo, Dogecoin, and XTM miners, which contributed to revenue growth in early 2025 and a significant portion of fourth-quarter revenues [2][3][6] - Intchains maintained a strong liquidity position, ending 2025 with approximately $67.8 million in cash and low liabilities, despite recording an operating loss of RMB 104.7 million (about $50 million) [5][15] Financial Performance - Revenue for 2025 was RMB 220.9 million, down from the previous year, attributed to cyclical market fluctuations and softer demand [11] - Cost of revenue increased by 56.1% year-over-year to RMB 204.9 million, influenced by impairment charges related to excess inventory [11] - The company reported a net loss of RMB 52 million, a significant decline from a net income of RMB 51.5 million in 2024 [14] Product Development and Strategy - Intchains introduced the Goldshell Byte Dual Miner, allowing customers to switch between algorithm cards for different cryptocurrencies, enhancing product versatility [2] - The company plans to continue its dual platform approach for ETH staking, utilizing both FalconX and Goldshell Stake, with a focus on expanding staking services internationally [9][8] - Management emphasized ongoing R&D investment and cost optimization strategies to improve performance and margins in 2026 [17] Market and Regulatory Environment - The company is addressing regulatory challenges in Mainland China, particularly a notice prohibiting mining machine production services, but does not expect significant adverse impacts on its business [16] - Intchains' sales are primarily directed towards overseas customers and domestic partners for export, mitigating potential local market risks [16] Future Outlook - For 2026, Intchains aims to launch new altcoin mining machines and enhance its ETH accumulation and staking activities, while also focusing on workforce reductions and organizational restructuring to improve efficiency [17][18]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - FY 2025 revenue was RMB 220.9 million, or $31.6 million, a decrease of 21.6% compared to FY 2024 due to cyclical fluctuations and soft demand [11] - FY 2025 cost of revenue was RMB 204.9 million, or $29.3 million, an increase of 56.1%, impacted by impairment charges [12] - FY 2025 net loss was RMB 52 million, or $7.4 million, compared to a net income of RMB 51.5 million in FY 2024 [14] - As of December 31, 2025, cash position was $67.8 million, with total assets of $145.2 million and total liabilities of $6.2 million [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Altcoin mining hardware and Ethereum accumulation and staking activities are the core pillars of the business, with mining machine sales being the primary revenue source [4] - The launch of new mining products, including Aleo and Dogecoin miners, contributed to increased revenues in the first half of 2025, but demand softened in the second half [11][12] - The introduction of the XTM miners accounted for a significant portion of Q4 net revenues, reinforcing market competency [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company operates in a market heavily influenced by cyclical volatility, impacting net revenue for FY 2025 [4] - ETH experienced significant price swings in 2025, driven by macroeconomic uncertainty and evolving institutional participation [8] - As of December 31, 2025, the company held 8,822 ETH, increasing from 5,702 a year ago, representing a growth of 56% [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to focus on continued investment in R&D, development and sale of Goldshell mining machines, and ETH accumulation and staking activities for 2026 and beyond [16] - Cost optimization initiatives, including workforce reduction, are expected to enhance efficiency and improve financial performance [18] - The company aims to generate incremental returns from idle assets through a dual platform staking approach [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledges the cyclical nature of the industry and the impact of market volatility on operations [4][8] - The long-term conviction in the Ethereum ecosystem remains unchanged, with ETH being a core digital asset in the company's treasury strategy [8] - Management does not expect regulatory changes in Mainland China to have a material adverse impact on the business [15] Other Important Information - The company has expanded into the blockchain infrastructure service sector, aiming to generate synergies across business lines [22] - The acquisition of the Goldshell Stake platform allows the company to provide cryptocurrency staking services for individual and institutional investors [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: Will new mining products be launched in the second half of 2026? - Yes, the company is targeting new altcoin mining machines in the second half, subject to market conditions and R&D progress [25] Question: Regarding Goldshell Stake, are the staked ETH from new users or did they come over with the acquisition? - The staked ETH includes both prior and new users, with growth in ETH units occurring post-acquisition [26]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - FY 2025 revenue was RMB 220.9 million (approximately $31.6 million), a decrease of 21.6% compared to FY 2024 due to cyclical fluctuations and soft demand [11] - FY 2025 cost of revenue was RMB 204.9 million (approximately $29.3 million), an increase of 56.1% impacted by impairment charges [12] - FY 2025 net loss was RMB 52 million (approximately $7.4 million), compared to a net income of RMB 51.5 million in FY 2024 [14] - As of December 31, 2025, cash position was $67.8 million, with total assets of $145.2 million and total liabilities of $6.2 million [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sales of mining machines were the primary revenue source, with significant contributions from the Aleo mining machine series in the first half of 2025 [4][11] - The introduction of new mining products, including Aleo, Dogecoin, and XTM miners, contributed to increased revenues in Q1 2025 [5][7] - The Goldshell Byte Dual Miner was launched, allowing customers to maximize mining returns across six different cryptocurrencies [6] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The cryptocurrency market experienced significant volatility in 2025, impacting ETH pricing and overall demand for products [8] - As of December 31, 2025, the company held 8,826 ETH, an increase of 56% from 5,702 ETH a year ago [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to focus on continued investment in R&D, development and sale of Goldshell mining machines, and ETH accumulation and staking activities [16] - Cost optimization measures are being implemented to improve overall financial performance [18] - The company aims to enhance its ETH accumulation strategy through selective purchases and a dual platform staking approach [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the cyclical volatility in the industry and its impact on financial performance, but remains optimistic about long-term growth [4][8] - The company does not expect regulatory changes in Mainland China to have a material adverse impact on its business [15] Other Important Information - The company has expanded into the blockchain infrastructure service sector, aiming to generate synergies across its business lines [22] - The Goldshell Stake platform was launched to provide staking services for individual and institutional investors [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: Will new mining products be launched in the second half of 2026? - Yes, the company is targeting new altcoin mining machines in the second half, subject to market conditions and R&D progress [25] Question: Regarding Goldshell Stake, are the staked ETH from new users or did they come over with the acquisition? - The staked ETH includes both prior and new users, with growth occurring post-acquisition [26]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - FY 2025 revenue was RMB 220.9 million (approximately $31.6 million), a decrease of 21.6% compared to FY 2024 due to cyclical fluctuations and soft demand [11] - FY 2025 cost of revenue was RMB 204.9 million (approximately $29.3 million), an increase of 56.1% impacted by impairment charges [12] - FY 2025 total operating expenses were RMB 120.6 million (approximately $17.3 million), a decrease of 18.7% primarily due to lower sales and reduced expenses [12] - FY 2025 net loss was RMB 52 million (approximately $7.4 million), compared to a net income of RMB 51.5 million in FY 2024 [14] - As of December 31, 2025, cash position was $67.8 million, with total assets of $145.2 million and total liabilities of $6.2 million [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Altcoin mining hardware and Ethereum accumulation and staking activities are the core pillars of the business, with mining machine sales being the primary revenue source [4] - The launch of new mining products, including Aleo, Dogecoin, and XTM miners, contributed to increased revenues in the first half of 2025, but demand softened in the second half [11][12] - The introduction of the Goldshell Stake platform expanded the company's offerings to include cryptocurrency staking services [4][10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The cryptocurrency market experienced significant volatility in 2025, impacting ETH pricing and overall market conditions [8] - As of December 31, 2025, the company held 8,822 ETH, an increase of 56% from the previous year [9] - The fair value of cryptocurrency assets, excluding stablecoins, was RMB 87.6 million (approximately $26.8 million) as of December 31, 2025 [19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to focus on continued investment in R&D, development and sale of Goldshell mining machines, and ETH accumulation and staking activities [16] - Cost optimization measures are being implemented to improve overall financial performance [18] - The company aims to enhance its ETH accumulation strategy through selective purchases and a dual platform staking approach [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the cyclical volatility in the industry and its impact on revenues, but expressed confidence in the long-term potential of the Ethereum ecosystem [8] - The company remains optimistic about its initiatives and plans to drive solid top-line results and improve operational margins in 2026 [21] Other Important Information - The company is enhancing internal control policies in response to regulatory changes in Mainland China regarding virtual currencies [15] - The acquisition of the Goldshell Stake platform is expected to generate synergies across business lines and capture additional opportunities [22] Q&A Session Summary Question: Will new mining products be launched in the second half of 2026? - The company is targeting new altcoin mining machines for the second half of 2026, subject to market conditions and R&D progress [24][25] Question: Regarding Goldshell Stake, are the staked ETH from new users or did they come over with the acquisition? - The staked ETH includes both prior to and post-acquisition users, indicating growth in the platform [26]

A leading provider focused on the development of altcoin mining products Intchains Group Ltd. Earnings Presentation Q4 2025 / FY 2025 Intchains Group Ltd. Engaged in strategic accumulation, holding, and staking of Ethereum-based cryptocurrencies, and the delivery of Web3 infrastructure services through the operation of a Proof-of-Stake cryptocurrency staking platform This presentation contains forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this presentation ...

Core Viewpoint - Intchains Group Limited reported significant financial losses for Q4 2025 and FY 2025, primarily due to decreased revenue from altcoin mining products and adverse market conditions affecting cryptocurrency valuations [1][4]. Q4 2025 Financial Highlights - Revenue for Q4 2025 was RMB 36.1 million (US$ 5.2 million), a decrease of 51.3% from RMB 74.2 million in Q4 2024 [9]. - Loss from operations was RMB 83.7 million (US$ 12.0 million), compared to a loss of RMB 36.8 million in Q4 2024 [12]. - The change in fair value of cryptocurrencies resulted in a loss of RMB 74.4 million (US$ 10.6 million) for Q4 2025, contrasting with a gain of RMB 29.2 million in Q4 2024 [14]. - Net loss for Q4 2025 was RMB 130.7 million (US$ 18.7 million), compared to a net income of RMB 12.8 million in Q4 2024 [16]. FY 2025 Financial Highlights - Total revenue for FY 2025 was RMB 220.9 million (US$ 31.6 million), down 21.6% from RMB 281.8 million in FY 2024 [21]. - Loss from operations for FY 2025 was RMB 104.7 million (US$ 15.0 million), compared to income from operations of RMB 2.9 million in FY 2024 [24]. - The change in fair value of cryptocurrencies for FY 2025 was a gain of RMB 4.8 million (US$ 0.7 million), significantly lower than a gain of RMB 21.3 million in FY 2024 [26]. - Net loss for FY 2025 was RMB 52.0 million (US$ 7.4 million), compared to net income of RMB 51.5 million in FY 2024 [28]. Recent Business Updates & 2026 Strategy - The company completed the acquisition of a Proof-of-Stake platform for US$ 1.3 million and launched the Goldshell Stake platform, expanding its cryptocurrency staking services [4]. - The 2026 strategy focuses on the sale of altcoin mining machines, investing in new products, and improving profitability through cost-saving initiatives [4]. - As of February 23, 2026, the company held 9,070 units of ETH, with 2,600 units currently staked across its platforms [6]. - The company plans to enhance its ETH accumulation strategy and continue to generate staking yields through partnerships with platforms like FalconX [6]. Regulatory Environment - Following a regulatory notice from PRC governmental bodies on February 6, 2026, the company ceased accepting new orders from customers in mainland China to comply with new restrictions on mining machine sales [4]. - The company aims to mitigate the impact of these regulations by accelerating the expansion of its overseas sales channels and marketing infrastructure [4].

Core Viewpoint - Intchains Group Limited is actively accumulating and staking Ethereum (ETH) to enhance its treasury and generate returns, positioning itself as a leading ETH treasury holder among publicly traded companies globally [3][5]. Group 1: ETH Accumulation Strategy - The company employs a disciplined dollar-cost averaging (DCA) approach for ETH accumulation, which helps mitigate short-term price volatility while building a treasury for long-term appreciation [2]. - As of February 23, 2026, Intchains holds over 9,000 ETH, with an aggregate investment of approximately RMB166.5 million (US$23.7 million) at an average purchase price of RMB18,352.7 (US$2,611.1) per ETH [3][4]. Group 2: Staking Activities - Intchains has staked a total of 2,600 ETH, with 1,000 ETH on the FalconX platform and 1,600 ETH on its proprietary Goldshell Staking platform [4]. - The dual-platform staking strategy aims to unlock the full potential of the company's ETH holdings and drive enhanced returns [5]. Group 3: Strategic Partnerships and Acquisitions - The company has partnered with FalconX since July 2025 to optimize ETH acquisition and generate yield through staking [7]. - In December 2025, Intchains acquired a PoS technology platform for $1.3 million, which now operates under the Goldshell Stake brand, providing staking services across multiple blockchains [7].

Core Viewpoint - The company ICG plc has announced a share buyback program of up to 15,280,825 ordinary shares, representing approximately 5.26% of its issued share capital, to facilitate the issuance of non-voting shares to Amundi as part of a strategic partnership [2][3][4]. Share Buyback Program - The share buyback aims to reduce the issued ordinary share capital and will be executed in tranches, with repurchased shares held as treasury shares before eventual cancellation [4][6]. - The total consideration for the repurchased ordinary shares will not exceed £316 million, and the program will commence on 26 February 2026 and expire on 30 June 2027, unless the 2025 Authority expires without renewal [7][8]. - The buyback will be conducted on the London Stock Exchange and will adhere to market regulations, with a maximum price set at 105% of the average market quotations for the five business days preceding the purchase [9][10]. Non-Voting Shares - The non-voting shares will have the same nominal value and economic rights as ordinary shares but will not carry voting rights. They will convert into ordinary shares upon a valid transfer under specific conditions [5][3]. - Amundi will reimburse ICG for reasonable costs associated with the share buyback, and the subscription price for the non-voting shares will match the price paid for the repurchased ordinary shares [3][4]. Appointment of Non-Executive Director - Vincent Mortier has been appointed as a Non-Executive Director, effective from 31 March 2026, as part of the strategic partnership with Amundi. He will also serve on the Nominations and Governance Committee [11][12]. - Mortier brings extensive experience from his roles at Amundi and Societe Generale, which is expected to enhance the expertise of ICG's Board [12][13].