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EBC Financial Group announces regulatory approval of its South African subsidiary, positioning the firm for future market access in South Africa’s growing financial services sector.

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, Dec. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EBC Financial Group SA (Pty) Ltd has received approval from the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (“FSCA”) as an Authorised Financial Service Provider, marking a strategic milestone in the firm’s African expansion plans. This regulatory approval represents an essential first step as EBC Financial Group (“EBC”) works toward establishing a presence in South Africa’s rapidly growing fintech ecosystem.

EBC Financial Group Enters South Africa, Advancing Strategic Expansion in Africa

David Barrett, CEO of EBC Financial Group (UK) Ltd., said, “The FSCA’s approval represents an important milestone in our global expansion. This complements our existing licences, such as those from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) for EBC Financial Group (UK) Ltd, and other entities within our group regulated by the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), and the Financial Services Commission of Mauritius (FSC). This acquisition positions us to serve one of the continent’s most active trading markets while upholding the regulatory standards and transparency that define our operations worldwide.”

Strategic Entry into South Africa’s Financial Market

South Africa represents a compelling growth opportunity, with a population of 63 million and 76% internet penetration, creating a substantial digitally connected market. The country’s fintech sector is projected to more than double from USD7.08 billion in 2023 to USD14.86 billion by 2033, reflecting the rapid digital transformation of financial services across the region. Within this expanding ecosystem, EBC observes that South Africa’s trading community demonstrates strong participation across commodities, indices, and emerging digital assets, creating demand for reliable, regulated market access.

“South Africa’s traders are sophisticated and globally minded, with three-quarters of the population connected online,” Barrett continued. “This digital maturity, combined with the region’s appetite for diversified trading opportunities, aligns closely with our offering. As we complete the integration process, we look forward to bringing our execution capabilities and comprehensive multi-asset market access to South African traders who seek reliable and transparent trading solutions.”

Education and Empowerment: Core to the EBC Philosophy

Beyond market access, EBC continues to champion trader education as a cornerstone of responsible market participation. Over the past quarter, EBC has hosted more than 1,000 multilingual webinars. Its educational initiatives also include the Pulse 360º podcast series on Spotify, market insights, and trader education on EBC Trading Academy. EBC also collaborates with the Department of Economics at the University of Oxford to organise the ‘What Economists Really Do’ series. Its recent webinar, titled ‘Think Like an Economist: Financial Literacy and Economic Understanding in an Age of Complexity’ was held on 11 November 2025. EBC’s digital-first educational initiatives are particularly well-suited to empower traders with the necessary facts, sound risk management practices, and financial literacy.

“Education and informed decision-making are fundamental to long-term trading success,” Barrett noted. “Through our educational programmes, we aim to equip traders at all levels with the knowledge to navigate markets effectively, manage risk prudently, and adapt to evolving market conditions.”

Guided by a Clear Mission

Beyond the regulatory milestone, this acquisition positions South African traders to access EBC’s award-winning ecosystem that combines technological excellence with educational depth. EBC’s infrastructure delivers execution speeds as low as 20ms alongside smart liquidity routing and expanded multilingual support. Proprietary tools, including the Trading Black Box and Private Room, enhance trader control over pricing and execution, supporting the platform’s commitment to transparency and performance. This comprehensive approach has earned external validation through 3-year recognition from World Finance – including Most Trusted Broker and Best Trading Platform awards in 2025 – as well as the Best CFD Provider award at the 2025 Online Money Awards.

“This acquisition reflects our commitment to providing both technological excellence and educational support,” Barrett added. “As we establish our presence in South Africa, we’re bringing not just award-winning infrastructure, but a comprehensive approach to trading that prioritises transparency, execution quality, and continuous innovation to help traders rule the markets. Our commitment is to serve South African traders with the same standards that have earned us recognition globally.”

For more information, visit: https://www.ebc.com/.

Disclaimer: This material is for information only and does not constitute a recommendation or advice from EBC Financial Group and all its entities (“EBC”). Trading Forex and Contracts for Difference (CFDs) on margin carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Losses can exceed your deposits. Before trading, you should carefully consider your trading objectives, level of experience, and risk appetite, and consult an independent financial advisor if necessary. Statistics or past investment performance are not a guarantee of future performance. EBC is not liable for any damages arising from reliance on this information.

About EBC Financial Group  

Founded in London, EBC Financial Group (EBC) is a global brand known for its expertise in financial brokerage and asset management. Through its regulated entities operating across major financial jurisdictions—including the UK, Australia, the Cayman Islands, Mauritius, and others—EBC enables retail, professional, and institutional investors to access global markets and trading opportunities, including currencies, commodities, CFDs and more.

Trusted by investors in over 100 countries and honoured with global awards including multiple year recognition from World Finance, EBC is widely regarded as one of the world’s best brokers with titles including Best Trading Platform and Most Trusted Broker. With its strong regulatory standing and commitment to transparency, EBC has also been consistently ranked among the top brokers—trusted for its ability to deliver secure, innovative, and client-first trading solutions across competitive international markets.

EBC’s subsidiaries are licensed and regulated within their respective jurisdictions. EBC Financial Group (UK) Limited is regulated by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA); EBC Financial Group (Cayman) Limited is regulated by the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA); EBC Financial Group (Australia) Pty Ltd, and EBC Asset Management Pty Ltd are regulated by Australia’s Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC); EBC Financial (MU) Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Commission Mauritius (FSC).

At the core of EBC are a team of industry veterans with over 40 years of experience in major financial institutions. Having navigated key economic cycles from the Plaza Accord and 2015 Swiss franc crisis to the market upheavals of the COVID-19 pandemic. We foster a culture where integrity, respect, and client asset security are paramount, ensuring that every investor relationship is handled with the utmost seriousness it deserves.

EBC is a proud official foreign exchange partner of FC Barcelona and continues to drive impactful partnerships to empower communities – namely through the UN Foundation’s United to Beat Malaria initiative, Oxford University’s Department of Economics, and a diverse range of partners to champion initiatives in global health, economics, education, and sustainability.

https://www.ebc.com/ 

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Global Public Relations Executive
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Global PR Lead
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ADA Title II Goes Digital

In April 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice finalized the ADA Title II Web and Mobile Accessibility Rule, requiring public entities to conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA across their digital services. Compliance deadlines begin April 24, 2026, for entities serving more than 50,000 people, and April 26, 2027, for smaller jurisdictions and special districts. These rules require accessible websites, mobile apps, and multimedia – including captions, transcripts, and audio description.

To support government agencies in preparing for these deadlines, AI-Media is launching a multi-month educational initiative featuring practical tools and increasing awareness of their solutions designed to simplify compliance and make it more achievable at scale.

“Public entities are facing one of the most significant accessibility transitions in decades,” said Tony Abrahams, Co-founder & CEO, AI-Media. “The new ADA Title II rule sets clear expectations for digital accessibility – and our mission is to equip governments with AI-powered tools that deliver compliance simply, affordably, and at scale.”

As part of the initiative, AI-Media is releasing a 10-Point ADA Title II Compliance Checklist, and highlights two flagship technologies central to ADA compliance:

• LEXI Text: AI-powered captioning and transcription for live and prerecorded content, enabling agencies to meet WCAG captioning and transcript requirements with accuracy and low latency.
• LEXI AD: AI-powered audio description with new advanced customization options, delivering natural-sounding narration and enabling audio description at scale – critical to meeting WCAG 2.1 AA requirements for prerecorded video.

The campaign aligns with AI-Media’s expanded Government Solutions program, designed to support public entities through scalable technology and predictable cost models.

Educational Webinar: “ADA Title II – Compliance Made Simple with AI”
To further support the rollout, AI-Media will host a national webinar, “ADA Title II: Compliance Made Simple with AI,” on January 20, 2026. The session will recap the accessibility requirements outlined in WCAG 2.1 AA and explore how AI-driven captioning and audio description solutions can support compliance. Participants can view details and register for the webinar here.

“As agencies prepare for the new ADA Title II deadlines, they’re looking for scalable, cost-effective ways to deliver accessible digital services,” said Abrahams. “LEXI Text and LEXI AD provide exactly that – AI-driven captioning and audio description solutions that help public entities meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards at scale.

The ADA Title II Compliance Checklist and details about AI-Media’s solutions that can help entities comply can be accessed HERE.

Note AI-Media will not provide legal advice; attendees are encouraged to consult their legal teams with questions about regulatory interpretation.

About AI-Media

AI-Media (ASX: AIM) is a global leader in AI-powered voice translation, captioning, and language orchestration. The LEXI Suite and global encoder network deliver real-time multilingual intelligence – trusted worldwide to modernize workflows, enhance communication, and scale the shift from text to spoken AI.
For more information visit the AI-Media website.

Contact details:

Fiona Habben
Head of Global Marketing
[email protected]
+61 2 8870 7722

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BELLINGHAM, Wash., Dec. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — eXp Realty®, “the most agent-centric real estate brokerage on the planet,” and the core subsidiary of eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI), celebrated its expansion into two key European markets, Romania and the Netherlands, and announced its planned entry into Luxembourg, marking a powerful close to a year of purposeful, high-impact global growth.

These launches bring eXp’s 2025 international expansion total to seven countries, including earlier entries into Peru, Ecuador, Türkiye, South Korea, and Japan. An anticipated entry into Luxembourg will further expand this footprint once completed. Each market reflects eXp’s focused approach to global growth, targeting agent-led environments where demand for innovation, mobility, and ownership is rising. Rather than expanding for presence, eXp continues to enter countries where its platform can deliver immediate value for agents.

“We’ve had real momentum this year. eXp International brought in $104.6M in revenue through Q3, up 74 percent compared to the same period last year, and we’re seeing that energy show up in these expansions,” said Felix Bravo, Managing Director, eXp Realty International. “Each of these markets tells a different story, but together, they signal where the industry is going. Agents are demanding more than commissions and training. They want mobility, scalability, ownership, global reach, and relevance. eXp is building the infrastructure and tools to lead where real estate is going next. That’s what these launches represent.”

The markets were chosen for their agent potential, appetite for innovation, and clear alignment with eXp’s platform. That strategy is already delivering results: some of this year’s launches having onboarded over 100 agents in the first 30 days, with some welcome events drawing 400–500 attendees, demonstrating eXp’s rising influence and global network effect.

“These aren’t markets we had to convince, they came looking for a better way to build. That tells us everything we need to know,” said Adam Day, International Expansion Leader – Europe. “In each of these countries, we’ve partnered with people who understand their markets deeply and see how eXp’s model fits what agents actually need. That’s what sets this wave of expansion apart. We’re launching where there’s already demand, leadership, and alignment with how we operate. That’s why these countries are seeing real traction from day one.”

This worldwide momentum is backed by proprietary eXp tools designed by agents, for agents, to meet the realities of a truly global business. LYVVE, eXp’s AI-native international property search platform, connects agents and consumers across nearly 30 countries, offering real-time visibility, direct communication, and seamless discovery across borders. Alongside it, eXp’s in-house global referral network enables agents to move opportunities with ease. These are not off-the-shelf solutions; they’re purpose-built innovations designed for the realities of a global, agent-led future.

Agents ready to expand their business and operate without borders can visit https://exprealty.international.

About eXp World Holdings, Inc.

eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI) (the “Company”) is the holding company for eXp Realty® and SUCCESS® Enterprises. eXp Realty is the largest independent real estate brokerage in the world, with over 83,000 agents across 29 countries. As a cloud-based, agent-centric brokerage, eXp Realty provides real estate agents industry-leading commission splits, revenue share, equity ownership opportunities, and a global network that empowers agents to build thriving businesses. For more information about eXp World Holdings, Inc., visit: expworldholdings.com

SUCCESS® Enterprises, anchored by SUCCESS® magazine, has been a trusted name in personal and professional development since 1897. As part of the eXp ecosystem, it offers agents access to valuable resources to enhance their skills, grow their businesses, and achieve long-term success. For more information about SUCCESS, visit success.com.

Safe Harbor and Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements reflect the Company’s and its management’s current expectations but involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could impact actual results materially. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding international expansion, the availability of equity ownership programs, and participation in or benefits derived from the Company’s platform, tools, compensation model, or equity programs. Important factors that may cause actual results to differ materially and adversely from those expressed in forward-looking statements include real estate market fluctuations, changes in agent retention or recruitment, the Company’s ability to expand successfully in international markets, competitive pressures, regulatory changes, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including but not limited to the most recently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Annual Report on Form 10-K.We do not undertake any obligation to update these statements except as required by law.

Media Relations Contact:
eXp World Holdings, Inc.
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Investor Relations Contact:
Denise Garcia
[email protected]

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LONDON and NEW YORK, Dec. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Acuity Knowledge Partners today announced its rebrand to Acuity Analytics, the new trading name for the firm. This change reflects the firm’s journey into a global leader in insight, analytics, data and AI-enabled solutions. The new brand is supported by a redesigned website that gives clients a clear and up to date view of the firm’s expanded capabilities and the integrated business that Acuity has become.

For 23 years, Acuity’s success has been driven by its people. The firm has been built on deep domain expertise, strong analytical judgement, insightful research and a commitment to delivering high-quality services for financial services clients. From this foundation, Acuity Analytics is growing into new industries, new capabilities and new markets, forging deep and long-standing partnerships with many of the world’s leading financial institutions.

As client needs and technology have evolved, so has the business. Acuity Analytics now brings together over 7,200 specialists across 28 global locations, supporting 800+ clients with research, analytics, data and operational solutions. The firm has also expanded its engineering, cloud and digital capabilities through the integration of PPA Group in 2024 and Ascent in 2025, strengthening its ability to deliver more complete, end-to-end support, aligned to evolving client needs.

Technology, and specifically AI, now play a central role in Acuity Analytics’ work, but people remain at the core. The firm’s strategy is built on the principle that AI is most effective when it is guided by specialists who deeply understand client data, workflows and decision-making. Acuity’s proprietary agentic AI platform, Agent Fleet, enhances delivery by automating routine tasks and improving speed and accuracy, while domain experts ensure every output meets the standards, bespoke requirements and judgement clients expect. This human in the loop approach is now fundamental to how the firm delivers insight, innovation and impact.

The new Acuity Analytics website reflects this evolution. Designed around client needs, it provides a clear structure, showcases the firm’s blend of talent, technology and capability, and makes it easy for clients to understand how Acuity Analytics can support their priorities, whether through dedicated teams, AI-enabled workflows or broader digital transformation.

Robert King, Chief Executive Officer, Acuity Analytics, said:

“Our people have always been the heart of this business. Their expertise and commitment are the reason we’ve grown to partnering with over 800 institutions globally. At the same time, we’ve recognised the opportunity that technology and AI bring to our work. This rebrand captures that journey; a business built on exceptional people, now strengthened by advanced technology. I’m incredibly proud of what Acuity Analytics has become and excited about what this next chapter means for our clients and our staff.”

Emma Crabtree, Chief Revenue Officer, Acuity Analytics, said:

“Clients want partners who understand their industry and can support them with both specialist talent and modern technology. Our evolution to Acuity Analytics reflects that. The new brand and website give clients a clearer view of our full capability and how we combine domain expertise, data, digital and AI to deliver measurable impact. This positions us to support clients even more effectively as their needs continue to evolve and we enable them on that journey.”

About Acuity Analytics

Acuity Analytics is the trading name of Acuity Knowledge Partners, a global leader in delivering bespoke research, data management, analytics and AI-enabled solutions to financial institutions and corporates. With more than 7,200 analysts, data specialists and technologists across 28 locations, the firm combines deep financial-services expertise with strong engineering, digital and AI capability. Acuity supports over 800 organisations in enhancing efficiency, improving insight and unlocking human potential.

Acuity was established as a separate business from Moody’s Corporation in 2019 following its acquisition by Equistone Partners Europe. In January 2023, funds advised by global private equity firm Permira acquired a majority stake, with Equistone remaining invested as a minority shareholder.

For more information, visit www.acuityanalytics.com

Media enquiries:

Stuti Das

Global Head of Communications and PR

Acuity Analytics

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The new platform brings international connectivity to the real estate industry, helping agents and consumers find a home anywhere in the world.

BELLINGHAM, Wash., Dec. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — eXp Realty®, “the most agent-centric real estate brokerage on the planet” and the core subsidiary of eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI), today announced the official rollout of LYVVE, an international property search platform reshaping how eXp agents and consumers connect across borders.

Following a successful beta phase earlier this year, LYVVE now enters full production, expanding to include listings from nearly 30 countries where eXp Realty operates. The platform, available at LYVVE.com, has been refined to deliver a faster, more intuitive experience for users exploring properties worldwide.

“The way people buy and sell homes has changed; the world is more connected, and buyers think globally now,” said Felix Bravo, Managing Director of eXp Realty International. “LYVVE brings agents and clients together in real time, making international home discovery simple and transparent. With built-in features like WhatsApp messaging, communication is simple, direct, and immediate. It’s what modern real estate should look like.

At eXp, we believe real estate doesn’t stop at the border, and neither should opportunity. LYVVE was built for that: a platform where finding a vacation villa in Mexico or a vineyard retreat in France happens in one place, connected directly to the source that makes it possible. Our agents have full control of their listings, their data, and their leads.”

While many platforms are region-specific, LYVVE brings to life its tagline, The World, Listed. Designed as more than a search engine, it supports multiple currencies, regional details, and diverse property types in one seamless place. It also opens the door for builders and developers to showcase projects to a worldwide audience, connecting new communities and investment opportunities in real time. It’s a powerful new channel for global exposure and collaboration, bringing tomorrow’s developments to market faster than ever.

Conceived by Bravo and developed by real estate experts and engineers who understand what agents truly need, LYVVE was created to stay agent-centric, empowering those who make the industry move. It also reflects eXp’s growing focus on building proprietary technology and applying AI to create smarter, simpler ways for agents and consumers to connect across borders. As eXp works toward its vision of expanding into 50 countries by 2030, LYVVE will continue to evolve, adding more listings, markets, and features that bridge global opportunity.

“LYVVE solves three fundamental challenges in the industry: fragmentation, visibility, and accessibility,” said Bravo. “It brings everything together in one place: an effortless, unified, and borderless marketplace where opportunity moves as freely as information. Our goal is simple: make global real estate as easy to explore as local real estate.”

The name LYVVE embodies that vision: the opportunity to live where you’ve always dreamed.

Consumers and agents can explore LYVVE at LYVVE.com.

About eXp World Holdings, Inc.

eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI) (the “Company”) is the holding company for eXp Realty® and SUCCESS® Enterprises. eXp Realty is the largest independent real estate brokerage in the world, with over 83,000 agents across 29 countries. As a cloud-based, agent-centric brokerage, eXp Realty provides real estate agents industry-leading commission splits, revenue share, equity ownership opportunities, and a global network that empowers agents to build thriving businesses. For more information about eXp World Holdings, Inc., visit: expworldholdings.com

SUCCESS® Enterprises, anchored by SUCCESS® magazine, has been a trusted name in personal and professional development since 1897. As part of the eXp ecosystem, it offers agents access to valuable resources to enhance their skills, grow their businesses, and achieve long-term success. For more information about SUCCESS, visit success.com.

Safe Harbor and Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements reflect the Company’s and its management’s current expectations but involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could impact actual results materially. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the development, functionality, and anticipated benefits of the LYVVE platform; the Company’s ability to continue expanding internationally; and the expected impact of its proprietary technology on agent productivity, connectivity, and consumer experience. Important factors that may cause actual results to differ materially and adversely from those expressed in forward-looking statements include changes in real estate market conditions, agent growth and retention rates, the Company’s ability to execute its technology roadmap and scale international operations, competitive pressures, regulatory or economic shifts in the markets where the Company operates, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including but not limited to the most recently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Annual Report on Form 10-K. We do not undertake any obligation to update these statements except as required by law.

Media Relations Contact:
eXp World Holdings, Inc.
[email protected]

Investor Relations Contact:
Denise Garcia
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Milestone enables immediate production of SiN/PEEK custom devices

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Dec. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SINTX Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SINT) (“SINTX” or the “Company”), an advanced ceramics and biomaterials company, today announced that it has signed a supply agreement with Evonik Corporation (“EVONIK”), a global leader in high‑performance polymers, to manufacture the Company’s proprietary silicon nitride–PEEK compound (SiN/PEEK) (U.S. Patent No. 10,806,831) engineered for AI‑assisted additive manufacturing of patient‑specific implants that will be produced using equipment already in place at SINTX’s U.S.-based production facility.

Under the agreement, EVONIK will produce SiN/PEEK compound leveraging its commercial-scale capability to SINTX’s specifications, enabling the Company to immediately begin manufacturing AI‑designed, 3D‑printed, patient‑specific implants. SINTX has already received physician requests to provide humanitarian‑use vertebral body replacement (VBR) implants for orthopedic and neurosurgical oncology patients following tumor resections in the spine. In addition, the Company intends to use the SiN/PEEK compound to support regulatory clearances of patient matched and traditional subtractive manufactured implantable devices.

Eric K. Olson, Chairman, President & CEO of SINTX, said, “This agreement with EVONIK is another pivotal moment for SINTX and for the field of patient‑specific implants. By combining EVONIK’s industrial‑scale PEEK polymer manufacturing expertise with SINTX’s silicon nitride biomaterial manufacturing capabilities, we can deliver next‑generation implants that address critical needs in trauma, spine, oncology, and beyond. We believe SiN/PEEK offers compelling advantages over standard PEEK, including antipathogenic surface characteristics, osteogenic potential, and improved visualization—features that matter in complex, high‑risk procedures.”

Marc Knebel, head of EVONIK’s Medical Devices & Systems market segment, said, “We are excited to support SINTX in bringing a high‑performance SiN/PEEK composite filament to market for additive and subtractive manufacturing of regulated medical devices. This is another example of enabling innovation that EVONIK has delivered to improve medical outcomes. Our collaboration is designed to provide consistent quality, supply reliability, and scalability—foundational elements for our continued broader collaboration and data generation to support future medical device market work.”

Why SiN/PEEK for Patient-Specific Implants

SINTX’s silicon nitride has been studied for its antipathogenic behavior and osteogenic properties, while PEEK composites are valued for radiolucency and mechanical tunability. The SiN/PEEK combination aims to deliver:

• Antipathogenic surface behavior to help reduce microbial adherence on implant surfaces.
• Osteogenic support to promote bone on-growth and integration.
• Improved visualization vs. standard PEEK for intra-operative and post-operative imaging.
• Design freedom via AI-assisted, additive manufacturing for patient-specific geometries.
• Scalable, consistent filament to support high-mix, low-volume production typical of patient-specific workflows.

With today’s supply agreement, the parties envision making SiN/PEEK compound available to other qualified manufacturers for complex implant indications where silicon nitride’s attributes may add clinical and economic value.

SINTX’s near‑term humanitarian efforts are focused on trauma and oncology indications for post‑tumor resection cases, where surgeons face challenging anatomy and infection risk, and where patient‑specific designs may facilitate better fit, fixation and overall clinical outcomes, stated Dr. Ryan Bock, SINTX Chief Technology Officer. “We’re responding to real‑world surgeon requests in oncology‑related care. Our immediate focus is on humanitarian‑use cases while we build the quality systems, regulatory files, and production capacity to expand into additional indications through appropriate FDA pathways.”

For more information on SINTX Technologies or its materials platform, visit www.sintx.com.

About EVONIK

EVONIK Business High Performance Polymers, including its affiliate Evonik Operations GmbH, is one of the world leaders in specialty chemicals companies and active in over 100 countries. EVONIK has more than 30 major production sites in the U.S. and Canada, as well as numerous offices, labs, warehouses and distribution centers, employing about 5,000 people in North America. In 2024, the North America region generated 24% of global sales, amounting to €3.7 billion. EVONIK goes far beyond chemistry to create innovative, profitable, and sustainable solutions for customers.

About SINTX

Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, SINTX Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SINT) is an advanced ceramics company that develops, manufactures, and commercializes silicon nitride biomaterials, composites, devices, and related technologies for medical and other high-value applications. With thousands of medical devices implanted since 2008 and nearly two decades of peer-reviewed research, SINTX has established itself as a leader in high-performance biomaterials that enhance clinical outcomes and patient safety. Supported by a strong patent portfolio, U.S.-based manufacturing, and strategic industry partnerships, the company continues to expand its technology platform through innovation and market diversification, including the recently FDA-cleared SINAPTIC® Foot & Ankle Implant System for reconstructive surgery.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, without limitation, statements regarding: the Company’s ability to manufacture SiN/PEEK composite materials and patient-specific implants; the timing, scope, and expected benefits of the Company’s supply agreement with Evonik; anticipated product performance attributes of the SiN/PEEK compound and related additive-manufacturing workflows; the Company’s plans to pursue regulatory clearances for patient-specific and traditionally manufactured implantable devices; expectations regarding humanitarian-use vertebral body replacement implants; the potential availability of SiN/PEEK materials to additional manufacturers; the projected clinical, operational, or economic advantages of SiN/PEEK compared with standard PEEK; and the Company’s expectations concerning quality-system development, production scale-up, broader market opportunities, and future indications. Forward-looking statements are based on current assumptions and are often identified by words such as “may,” “will,” “could,” “should,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “estimate,” “project,” “target,” “aim,” and similar expressions. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected, including risks related to manufacturing readiness, quality-system development, supply-chain reliability, EVONIK’s third-party performance, regulatory requirements and the timing or outcome of FDA submissions, clinical adoption of patient-specific implants, surgeon training and utilization, competitive technologies, intellectual-property protection, market acceptance, pricing and reimbursement dynamics, and macroeconomic or industry-specific conditions. Statements regarding potential antipathogenic or osteogenic attributes of silicon nitride refer to general material-level research and do not imply regulatory clearance or clinical benefit for any specific device or indication. Additional risks and uncertainties are described in SINTX’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this release, and SINTX undertakes no obligation to update them, except as required by law.

SINTX Contacts:

Jack Perkins or Maria Hocut
KCSA Strategic Communications
[email protected]

SINTX Technologies, Inc.
801.839.3502
[email protected]

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Paris, FRANCE, Nov. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

North Atlantic France SAS successfully completes the acquisition of a controlling stake in Esso Société Anonyme Française SA and of 100% of ExxonMobil Chemical France SAS, two independent companies of the ExxonMobil group

• Successful completion of the acquisition by North Atlantic France SAS (“North Atlantic France”) of the 82.89% controlling interest of ExxonMobil France Holding SAS (“ExxonMobil”) in French listed company Esso Société Anonyme Française SA (“Esso S.A.F.”) at €26.19 per share and 100% of unlisted company ExxonMobil Chemical France SAS (“EMCF”)
• Clearance of both French Foreign Direct Investment authorization and EU Foreign Subsidies Regulation
• Esso S.A.F. now operating under its new name: North Atlantic Energies
• North Atlantic reaffirms its long-term commitment to the Gravenchon site, its employees, and France’s energy and industrial future
• Mandatory tender offer to be launched for the remaining Esso S.A.F. shares at €28.93¹ per share

Paris, FRANCE – November 28, 2025 – North Atlantic France today announces the successful closing of its acquisition of an 82.89% controlling interest in Esso S.A.F. at €26.19 per share and 100% of EMCF from ExxonMobil following a competitive auction process initiated in 2024.

The transaction has received all required regulatory approvals, including French foreign direct investment authorization and clearance under the EU Foreign Subsidies Regulation. As of today’s closing, Esso S.A.F. is renamed North Atlantic Energies, paving the way for the beginning of a new chapter for a key player of France’s energy and industrial landscape.

Ted Lomond, President and CEO of North Atlantic Group, said:

“This acquisition represents a major step forward in North Atlantic’s international expansion. Over the past four decades, we have successfully transformed and operated complex industrial assets across Canada, combining safety, performance, and sustainability. We bring that same commitment to France, where we aim to invest for the long term and support the energy transition. With the creation of North Atlantic Energies, we are proud to establish a bridge between North America and Europe which reflects our ambition to build a premier transatlantic energy group.”

Simon Fenner, President of North Atlantic France, added:

“Today marks the start of a new chapter for North Atlantic Energies, and a strong signal of our long-term confidence in the Gravenchon site and its teams. I am proud of all the teams involved in making this transition a success, and of our shared ambition to strengthen Gravenchon’s position as a world-class industrial platform in the years to come. We see major opportunities to invest, to grow, and to contribute to the vitality of the Normandy region and to France’s energy and industrial future.”

North Atlantic will ensure that North Atlantic Energies sustains its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of product quality and service, and to sustaining trusted relationships with its customers across France and beyond. North Atlantic Energies will also continue to collaborate with ExxonMobil under long-term supply and technology agreements that ensure operational continuity while supporting innovation and reliability.

Next steps

In accordance with French securities law, North Atlantic France will implement a simplified tender offer (the “Offer”) for the remaining North Atlantic Energies shares not already held by North Atlantic France, at an Offer price of €28.93 per share. In this context, and as previously disclosed, the board of directors of Esso S.A.F, now North Atlantic Energies, has appointed Ledouble SAS, represented by Ms. Agnès Piniot and Mr. Romain Delafont, as an independent expert to issue a fairness opinion on the financial terms of the Offer which North Atlantic France intends to file with the AMF upon completion of the independent expert’s work. North Atlantic France also intends to implement a squeeze-out procedure if the conditions are met at the end of the Offer.

MEDIA CONTACTS

France: Brunswick Group – [email protected]
Hugues Boëton: +33 6 79 99 27 15
Paul Priam: +33 6 84 39 09 89

Canada: Mark Duggan – [email protected]
+1-709-687-3136

ABOUT NORTH ATLANTIC
For nearly four decades, North Atlantic has been a market leader in the retail gas and convenience sector, as well as the residential, commercial, and wholesale fuel industries in Newfoundland and Labrador. Recently, through a joint venture with Suncor Energy, North Atlantic expanded its retail division into Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, through North Sun Energy. As managing partner, North Atlantic operates 110 fuel retail sites across all three provinces. North Atlantic has ambitious plans for future growth and development in strategic locations across the region.

Known for its expertise in acquiring and delivering exceptional products, North Atlantic caters to both domestic and industrial sectors while also serving global clients through their marine bunkering distribution channels.

North Atlantic is committed to strategic growth to deliver innovative and green energy solutions aligned with evolving global needs. By driving industry progress, North Atlantic is supporting new skills and new jobs for this dynamic landscape. North Atlantic remains committed to providing exceptional energy, fuel and convenience retail initiatives that enhance customer experience while fostering economic growth in the communities they serve in Canada and beyond.

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¹ The difference between the €28.93 per share Offer price and the €26.19 per share block purchase price reflects the exclusion, for purposes of the price offered to minority shareholders, of the downward purchase price adjustment agreed with ExxonMobil in respect of certain post‑closing social liabilities, as previously disclosed on September 24, 2025 and November 10, 2025.

France: Brunswick Group - [email protected]
Hugues Boëton: +33 6 79 99 27 15
Paul Priam: +33 6 84 39 09 89

Canada: Mark Duggan - [email protected]
+1-709-687-3136

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