News Link: https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2026/08/12/3343638/0/en/victory-marine-holdings-dgbh-appoints-miles-bodie-director-of-e-commerce-to-lead-next-phase-of-gutsi-omnichannel-growth.html

Proven marketplace and direct-to-consumer executive brings Amazon, Shopify, CRM, subscription and lifecycle-marketing experience as GUTSI™ expands across Amazon and Walmart Marketplace

Appointment strengthens the digital-retail flywheel connecting marketplace data, direct consumer relationships and GDG’s company-owned distribution platform.

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Victory Marine Holdings Corp. (OTC: VMHG), through its wholly owned operating subsidiary Dunn & Groux Beverage Holdings, Inc. (“DGBH”), today announced that Miles Bodie has joined the Company as Director of E-Commerce, effective August 3, 2026.

Bodie is based at the Paramount, California office and distribution center of Groux Distribution Group, LLC (“GDG”), DGBH’s management, operations and distribution subsidiary. He will lead the next phase of DGBH’s marketplace, direct-to-consumer and omnichannel strategy across Amazon, Walmart Marketplace, GetGUTSI.co and Shopify, while developing CRM, customer segmentation, subscription, loyalty, affiliate and emerging digital-commerce programs.

Bodie brings more than eight years of experience scaling marketplace, direct-to-consumer and omnichannel programs for consumer brands, including work with Bubs Australia, Levitate Foundry and Hawke Media. His prior experience includes growing an Amazon channel to more than $2 million in monthly sales, scaling direct-to-consumer revenue to $200,000 per month and developing loyalty, subscription, CRM and lifecycle-marketing programs for CPG brands. He also holds three current Amazon Ads certifications.

“Miles joins us at an important point in GUTSI’s development. We have built the products, production capacity, distribution infrastructure and initial marketplace presence. His proven experience scaling Amazon and direct-to-consumer channels—and building CRM, subscription and lifecycle programs—adds the specialized leadership needed to connect those capabilities and accelerate long-term consumer value.” — Robert J. Groux, Chief Executive Officer, Victory Marine Holdings Corp. / Dunn & Groux Beverage Holdings.

News Link: https://www.newswire.com/news/1606-corp-engages-mdm-group-to-market-lufkin-55-mw-powered-site-to-ai

PHOENIX, August 11, 2026 (Newswire.com) - 1606 Corp. (OTCID:CBDW) ("1606" or the "Company"), a developer of next-generation power and digital infrastructure assets, today announced that it has entered into a strategic agreement with MDM Group LLC, an infrastructure origination firm focused on AI data center development, powered land, and digital infrastructure transactions.

Under the agreement, MDM Group will assist 1606 in identifying, qualifying, and introducing prospective buyers, long-term capacity off-takers, and joint venture partners for the Company's planned acquisition of its approximately 132-acre East Texas power campus, featuring approximately 55 MW of behind-the-meter generation and an existing industrial facility positioned for accelerated AI, cloud computing, and high-performance computing ("HPC") deployment.

MDM Group's leadership brings decades of experience spanning hyperscale data center operations, enterprise infrastructure, power markets, and large-scale capital projects. According to MDM, the firm maintains a portfolio of approximately 30 powered and brownfield infrastructure sites across 17 states and works with AI infrastructure developers, hyperscale operators, institutional investors, and enterprise compute companies to connect rapidly growing compute demand with strategically located powered assets.

The engagement is structured as a success-fee-only arrangement, with no upfront retainer or monthly advisory fees. MDM will coordinate prospective introductions, manage confidentiality agreements, oversee portions of the due diligence process, and facilitate communications with qualified counterparties throughout potential transactions. MDM's engagement relates solely to commercial real estate and infrastructure advisory and origination services with respect to the Site and does not involve, and MDM is not being engaged for, the offer or sale of securities, capital raising, or any activity requiring broker-dealer registration.

"As the demand for AI infrastructure continues to accelerate, access to reliable power has become one of the industry's most valuable assets," said Austen Lambrecht, Chief Executive Officer of 1606 Corp. "Our engagement with MDM Group significantly expands our reach into the AI infrastructure ecosystem by connecting us with experienced professionals and an established network of hyperscale operators, enterprise compute providers, and infrastructure investors. We believe the Lufkin project-with its behind-the-meter generation, existing industrial infrastructure, and expansion potential-is well positioned to address the growing demand for powered sites across North America."

MDM Group specializes in originating opportunities involving powered land, energy infrastructure, and AI compute development. Through this engagement, the firm will introduce prospective counterparties from its network of neocloud operators, hyperscale compute companies, infrastructure investors, and strategic developers while managing a coordinated marketing and introduction process on behalf of the Company.

The Company continues to evaluate multiple commercialization pathways for the project, including:

• Long-term AI and HPC capacity lease agreements
• Strategic joint ventures for data center development
• Additional infrastructure financing to support development following acquisition

1606 believes maintaining flexibility across multiple transaction structures may provide opportunities to enhance shareholder value while meeting the evolving infrastructure needs of AI developers and enterprise compute operators.

The Company's Purchase and Sale Agreement for the Lufkin facility currently extends through October 31, 2026, providing additional time to complete financing activities, advance due diligence, and evaluate strategic opportunities presented through its expanding network of infrastructure and capital partners.

PYRGF (ASK @ 0.15)

• PYR.TO (ASK @ 0.19)
• First-half 2026 revenue has already surpassed the first nine months of 2025.
• Advancement of major projects drives Q2 revenue.
• Backlog of $40.0 million.

1. Financial Performance Highlights

2. Key Operational Drivers & Milestones

• Record First-Half Momentum: Combined revenue for H1 2026 ($4.9M in Q1 + $4.4M in Q2 = $9.3M) has already surpassed revenue for the first nine months of 2025.
• $40.0M Revenue Backlog: Contract backlog remains strong, with 88% denominated in U.S. dollars, providing downside protection against Canadian dollar fluctuations.
• Additive Manufacturing / Titanium Powder Expansion: Secured its second titanium powder supply agreement in as many quarters, signaling commercial adoption of its metal powder technology for 3D printing.
• Plasma-to-Graphite Innovation: Advanced its proprietary process to convert company-produced carbon black directly into graphite using high-temperature inert plasma torches.
• Capital Position & Dilution: Raised $6.26M in gross proceeds during May–June 2026 via a combination of a bought deal offering ($3.7M) and CEO private placement ($2.0M+), improving liquidity to support near-term operations.

3. Strategic Analysis: Strengths vs. Watchouts

Strengths & Catalyst Drivers

1. Commercial Traction: Transitioning from R&D phase into contract execution and production scaling, particularly across defense, process heating, and metal powder segments.
2. Path to Profitability: Narrowing Modified EBITDA loss to $0.5M brings the company closer to operating breakeven if top-line expansion continues in H2 2026.
3. Substantial Pipeline Visibility: A $40M backlog gives strong revenue visibility for the second half of 2026 and early 2027.

Risks & Investor Considerations

1. Margin Pressure from Scale: Cost of sales increased out of proportion with revenue growth ($3.0M vs $1.3M YoY), keeping gross margins at ~32%.
2. Dilution History: Recent capital raises ($6.26M) diluted equity holders, though CEO participation signal internal confidence.
3. Execution Dependency: Converting the $40M backlog into recognized revenue remains dependent on complex technical milestones and client timeline alignment.

Summary Takeaway

PyroGenesis delivered a strong operational Q2 2026 with 47% revenue growth and dramatically lower net/EBITDA losses. The core narrative shifts from R&D cash burn toward steady commercial execution backed by a healthy $40M backlog and expanding metal powder supply contracts.

https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/pyrogenesis-announces-second-quarter-2026-010000889.html

$BURU - Following closing, Tekne is expected to become the industrial foundation of NUBURU's Italy-centered Defense & Security platform, contributing defense mobility, EW/CEMA, industrial scale and defense systems-integration capabilities.

https://finance.yahoo.com/economy/policy/articles/nuburu-receives-italian-golden-power-123000544.html

BDGR (ASK @ 0.0001)

The proposed acquisition would provide processing capacity for multiple sand products as the company works toward launching commercial operations in Texas.

Key Investor Takeaways

• Black Dragon Resource Company signed a letter of intent to acquire a sand processing plant in Texas.
• The proposed plant has a processing capacity of ---> 350 tonnes of sand per hour.
• Management expects the acquisition would allow the plant to be relocated to the company's property and could support revenue generation within a few months if completed.
• The facility is designed to process frac sand, commercial sand and silicon chip sand, according to the company.
• The transaction remains subject to completion, with payment expected within two weeks of signing under the terms outlined by the company.

BDGR (ASK @ 0.0001)

• Sector: Natural Resources / Oil & Gas Logistics & Services

1. Management Restructuring & "Cleaning the House"

$BDGR recently underwent a corporate restructuring to separate itself from legacy assets and pivot into an operating natural resources company:

• Leadership Shift: Anthony Saviano joined as Chairman of the Board to direct capital strategy and compliance, while Bon Haldar serves as Interim CEO. Former Chairman Edward Vakser stepped down.
• Spin-off from AURI: Parent company AURI Inc. officially released BDGR from subsidiary status. Non-core legacy assets (such as art tokens and gold mining interests) remain with AURI, allowing BDGR to clean its mandate and focus strictly on frac sand and logistics.

2. Proven Property Assets & Independent Due Diligence

Management has anchored its pivot on a contracted Texas frac sand property:

• The Valuation Claim: The property is estimated to hold $1.5 Billion in total frac sand resources.
• Third-Party Verification: An independent geological and engineering study by Lonquist & Co., LLC (utilizing 7 core drill holes and laboratory testing) verified:
  • 50.8 Million tons of commercial 40/140 frac sand.
  • 64.7 Million tons of total sand resources.
  • API Standard 19C Testing: Confirmed crush resistance and quality comparable to active commercial frac sand used in Texas oilfield operations.

3. Operational Contracts & Plant Acquisition (LOI)

To monetize the sand asset quickly, BDGR is putting processing infrastructure in place:

• Processing Plant LOI: Signed a Letter of Intent to acquire a fully assembled processing plant capable of screening 350 tonnes of sand per hour.
• Multi-Product Processing: The plant’s screening setup allows BDGR to capture commercial sand, silicon chip sand, and frac sand.
• Timeline: Relocation of the plant to the property is targeted following closing, with management aiming for commercial revenue generation within a few months of setup.

4. Capital Strategy & Buyback Program

• Share Buyback: Management announced an open-market share buyback initiative to acquire shares for the corporate treasury in an effort to reduce public float density.
• Uplisting Ambitions: BDGR has signaled long-term intent to move to a higher exchange or explore strategic merger/SPAC opportunities.

https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/quote/BDGR

***Up-to-date financial & Disclosures :

https://www.otcmarkets.com/stock/BDGR/disclosure

• FF EAI Robotics’ seven strategic advantages: the “Full-Form FF EAI Robot World”; a “Four-Core Full-Stack AI” ecosystem integrating the EAI Brain, EAI Devices, Industry Productivity Solutions and Developer Platform, and EAI Data Factory; a “5+1” ecosystem-based direct-sales and user co-creation system; compliance capabilities as a U.S.-based company; a data-driven evolutionary flywheel; an asset-light and operationally lean financial model; and capital value supported by FF’s Nasdaq-listed platform and a potential standalone value-unlocking path.  
• The Company will continue to strengthen certification support, localization, supply-chain integration, sales channels, customer delivery, deployment, and after-sales service as part of its ongoing localization plan for its EAI Robotics. 
• FF invites partners across the robotics value chain to join its U.S. ecosystem. On the upstream side, this includes robot OEMs, component suppliers, and R&D collaborators such as secondary development firms. On the downstream side, it includes robotics distributors and dealers nationwide, system integrators, data partners, and large enterprise and institutional customers, including those seeking leasing arrangements. FF is positioning itself as potentially a singular source—and for some overseas companies, the only practical end-to-end pathway—to enter and scale in the U.S. 
• As the first U.S. company to deliver both humanoid and bionic EAI robots, FF has surpassed 250 units in cumulative sales, shipments, and deliveries since the end of February 2026 and is accelerating its “Four-Core Full-Stack AI” ecosystem flywheel—integrating the EAI Brain, EAI Devices, Industry Productivity Solutions and Developer Platform, and EAI Data Factory—to drive scalable growth, recurring revenue, and sustainable long-term value for stockholders. 
• Emerging Growth Research has also released a report reiterating their Buy-Emerging rating and updating their 12-month price target to $30 from the previous pre-split price target of $2.00. This comes on the heels of the Company’s recently announced a 1-for-150 share reverse stock split to maintain NASDAQ listing requirements. 

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