Bavaria February CPI +1.9% vs +2.1% y/y prior

<p class="text-align-justify">The other readings released around the same time (updated on the go):</p><ul><li>North Rhine Westphalia CPI +1.8% vs +2.0% y/y prior</li><li>Saxony CPI +1.9% vs +2.1% y/y prior</li><li>Baden-Wuerttemberg CPI +1.8% vs +2.1% y/y prior</li></ul><p class="text-align-justify">The early indications point to headline annual inflation softening by a bit more than the January readings. At the balance, it points to the national reading later likely to come in around 1.9% (compared to the 2.0% estimate pointed out <a href="https://investinglive.com/news/heads-up-germany-states-cpi-readings-due-later-today-20260227/" rel="follow" target="_blank">here</a>).</p><p class="text-align-justify">But as mentioned in the preview and linked post, the main thing to watch for German inflation is still core prices. Core annual inflation was seen stubborn around 2.5% in January, continuing to keep above the desired 2% threshold. The ECB will be watching that spot carefully, as price pressures in Europe's largest economy has been the main hindrance for policymakers in trying to cut interest rates further.</p><p class="text-align-justify">Barring any major surprises though, the numbers today will continue to keep the ECB on the sidelines for the foreseeable future.</p> This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs take in $1B in three days as investors buy the dip

SoSoValue data shows a three-day reversal after weeks of withdrawals, with BlackRock’s IBIT leading inflows.

TeraWulf misses Q4 2025 estimates as Bitcoin mining revenue falls

TeraWulf’s Q4 losses hit $1.66 per share as mining revenue fell, but AI and high-performance computing contracts worth $12.8 billion set up 2026 growth.

Bitcoin miner MARA posts $1.7B quarterly loss on BTC slump

MARA reported a $1.71 billion quarterly loss as Bitcoin fair‑value markdowns hit earnings, and the company laid out a major push into AI and high‑performance compute.

Bitcoin ETF holders and treasury firms stack protection against price crash below $60,000, Deribit says

XRPL Foundation patches ‘critical' flaw that almost made it to mainnet

The AI bug hunter scanned the Ripple blockchain codebase to catch the vulnerability before it was deployed, enabling engineers to patch it.

Australian crypto execs upbeat on progress despite lingering issues

Self-managed super funds are becoming a vehicle for Australians to invest in digital assets, as traders search for ways to diversify their holdings.

Two arrested after South Korean cops lost $1.4M in Bitcoin

Local police seized the Bitcoin in 2021 but stored it in a third-party wallet that was later compromised, with the theft going unnoticed for four years.

Polymarket bettors appear to have insider-traded on a market designed to catch insider traders

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Crypto analyst says Bitcoin selling pressure is nearly exhausted

Bitcoin has been given some reprieve to trade sideways for a few weeks, but it won't likely emerge from the woods until the fourth quarter, says crypto analyst Willy Woo.

Ether could stay 'subdued' in the weeks ahead: Analyst

Swyftx lead analyst Pav Hundal says near-term uncertainty has already been priced into Ether, and without any surprise catalysts, it will likely trade sideways for now.

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Vitalik Buterin outlines quantum-resistance roadmap for Ethereum

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Bitcoin’s 100 BTC club edges toward 20K wallets in a ‘bullish sign’

Santiment highlighted that just seven more wallets are needed to reach 20,000 holding at least 100 Bitcoin each, amid ongoing market uncertainty.

Jack Dorsey’s Block to cut 4,000 jobs in AI-driven restructuring

Bloomberg reported earlier this month that 10% of Block’s workforce could be cut during annual performance reviews as part of a broader overhaul.

Bitcoin futures, options market flash caution even as BTC chases $70K

Bitcoin bulls are chasing after $70,000 but cautious signals from the futures and derivatives market could explain why success remains elusive.

U.S. regulator's GENIUS pitch casts dark cloud over crypto sector's stablecoin model

Bitcoin Miner MARA jumps 17% after striking a deal with Starwood to build AI data centers

US lawmakers move to protect blockchain devs from prosecution

The industry-supported Promoting Innovation in Blockchain Development Act could be a solution by Congress to push back against criminalizing writing code.

ETH’s next big move depends on daily close above $2.1K: Data

ETH bulls briefly pressed the price above the $2,000 to support, but will a positive funding rate and increase in holder profitability generate sufficient momentum to hold the level?

SEC approval sought for JitoSOL Solana-based liquid staking token ETF

The proposal would allow a US exchange to trade shares of a fund holding JitoSOL, representing the first SEC exchange filing for a liquid staking token ETP.

Grant Cardone plans to tokenize his firm's $5 billion real estate portfolio

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Bitcoin bear market may end if bulls reclaim $74.5K: Here’s why

Bitcoin trades below most holders’ cost basis, but a rally above $74,500 could change everything. Can the bulls pull it off?

A new bipartisan bill wants to ensure the next century of tech is written in America

Bloomberg extends financial data to $25B tokenized markets via Kaiko

Bloomberg and Kaiko aim to embed licensed financial data directly on blockchain networks, targeting institutional tokenized Treasurys and repo markets.

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Bitcoin institutional flows are cooling while its long-term holders and network participants absorb the supply. In a range-bound regime, these are the key signals to watch.

Polymarket user gains $400K betting on ZachXBT investigation

As US policymakers scrutinize prediction markets platforms, many Polymarket users won bets over speculation as to which insider trading an online sleuth had exposed.

Crypto social isn’t dead, it’s just changing hands

AI rout hits software stocks, but Grayscale says blockchains stand to benefit

Vitalik Buterin unveils Ethereum roadmap to counter quantum computing threat

Bitcoin: The price of bitcoin falls back to the the 200 hour MA after run higher stalls

<p>Bitcoin surged roughly 6% yesterday, but today the tone has shifted. The price is currently down about -1.75%, giving back a portion of those gains as sellers lean against key resistance.</p><p>The turning point came right where it mattered.</p><p>On the hourly chart, yesterday’s rally stalled at the February 16 high, a clear resistance level. The failure to break above that prior peak signaled exhaustion at the highs and gave sellers the green light to step back in.</p><p>Adding to the bearish tilt:</p><ul><li><p>The topside trendline was broken</p></li><li><p>That same trendline has now reestablished itself as resistance</p></li><li><p>The last several hours have seen steady downside pressure</p></li></ul><p>Technically, the decline has pushed price down toward a major support cluster:</p><ul><li><p>200-hour MA near $66,720</p></li><li><p>100-hour MA near $65,968</p></li></ul><p>Those moving averages now define the short-term battleground.</p><p>If buyers defend this zone, the pullback remains corrective within a broader rebound. If price breaks and holds below the 100-hour MA, momentum could accelerate to the downside, and yesterday’s breakout traders may begin to unwind positions more aggressively.</p><p>Bottom line: Resistance held. Trendline flipped to resistance. Now the moving averages must hold — or sellers regain firm control.</p> This article was written by Greg Michalowski at investinglive.com.

Circle's post-earnings surge nears 50% as short squeeze, not strong financials, fuels rally

Florida man charged with running $328 million crypto Ponzi scheme

REX rolls out income ETF tied to Coinbase, Strategy, tech stocks

The GIF ETF combines nine leveraged single-stock strategies into a fund designed to generate weekly income through covered call options.

Flare and Xaman unlock one-click DeFi access for over 2 billion XRP sitting idle in wallets

High-yield bond surge signals rising risk, demand in BTC mining, AI infrastructure

AI and crypto-linked issuers are paying up to 9% for debt as lenders demand higher returns than traditional utilities.

Court sets deadline for US to address Sam Bankman-Fried‘s motion for new trial

Amid reports that the White House will not consider a presidential pardon, the convicted former FTX CEO continues his efforts in court.

UK investors have just one month to add crypto ETNs in tax-free wrapper: FT

Bitcoin briefly crashes below $48,000 on upstart exchange despite crypto rally

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Ethereum reclaims $2K as volatility spike backs ETH price recovery

Ethereum’s looked bullish, with onchain data showing that the ETH price may have hit a macro bottom as a key support level holds.

Bitcoin falls back below $67,000, rapidly giving back Wednesday's gains

The Protocol: Blockchain sleuth ZachXBT alleges Axiom employee conducted insider trading

Coin Bureau CEO on Bitcoin in 2026: Cycles, Liquidity and a Divided Market

In an interview with Cointelegraph, CEO Nic Puckrin breaks down the forces behind Bitcoin’s bear market and what could come next in 2026.

Bitcoin bear market not 'over already' as price rejects at $68K trend line

Bitcoin price strength failed to reclaim a key support zone with traders still expecting the bear market to match previous cycles.

Senate hearing for U.S. bank regulators thrusts crypto into starring role

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Analysts reject Jane Street ‘10 am dump’ claims, say Bitcoin isn’t easily manipulated

Crypto traders blame Jane Street for a daily 10 am Bitcoin dip after a Terraform lawsuit claimed dubious trading practices, but analysts say timing matches broader risk repricing.

Trump family-backed miner American Bitcoin posts $59M quarterly loss

American Bitcoin posted a $59.5 million Q4 loss while its revenue rose and its Bitcoin stack topped 6,000 coins, as peers pivot to AI and sell down treasuries.

ZachXBT alleges Axiom employee conducted insider trading

CoinDesk 20 performance update: index falls 1.4% as all constituents trade lower

Decibel goes live on Aptos with a $58 million war chest and a secret weapon from Stripe's Bridge

MetaMask expands debit card across U.S. after year-long pilot

OKX integrates Chainalysis Alterya for pre-withdrawal scam screening

Cryptocurrency exchanges are moving to block scam-linked transfers before funds leave their platforms as fraud losses continue to climb.

Grvt integrates Aave so traders can earn yield on perp collateral

DefiLlama data shows derivatives contribute heavily to DeFi’s $1 billion-plus quarterly revenue as lending and trading infrastructure converge.

Mastercard, MetaMask launch US crypto card, debuting in New York

MetaMask Card goes live in the US, with first-time availability across 49 states, including New York, following initial pilots over the past two years.

How does Trump influence the price of Bitcoin?

US President Donald Trump has influenced cryptocurrency market movements through his policies and speeches declaring ambitious crypto goals.

Ethereum Foundation drops most ambitious roadmap in years, targets finality in seconds by 2029

Telegram’s in-app crypto wallet to offer yield on Bitcoin, Ether and USDt

Telegram’s crypto wallet introduces self-custodial vaults, letting users earn yields on Bitcoin, Ether and USDt directly inside the messaging app.

Indiana prepares to put bitcoin in its public retirement plans

Trump family-linked American Bitcoin posts $59 million Q4 loss as bitcoin price slides

STS Digital raises $30 million to expand crypto options platform

Middle East tensions boost gold as investors seek safe havens

Escalating US-Iran tensions are boosting safe-haven demand, with gold attracting investors while equities and Bitcoin face pressure.

Bitcoin's bounce fails to convince options traders

Bitcoin stalls below $70,000 while DOT, UNI lead altcoin surge

Bitcoin traders explain why $80K is the next target for bulls

The return of spot Bitcoin ETF inflows may fuel a BTC price recovery, as signs of a potential rebound to $75,000-$80,000 emerge.

Indiana lawmakers pass crypto rights bill banning discriminatory taxes

Indiana’s HB 1042 cleared both chambers and heads to Governor Mike Braun, limiting crypto-specific taxes and opening the door to crypto options for retirement accounts.

Three companies add Strategy's STRC to treasury as shares return to par

Gate adds Malta payments license to expand EU fiat and stablecoin rails

The license allows Gate to execute payment transactions in the EU, including direct debits and credit transfers under PSD2 rules.

The 10 a.m. mystery: Why bitcoin’s daily ‘price slam’ suddenly vanished after a massive lawsuit

Bitcoin ETFs regain momentum with $507M inflows as BTC reclaims $68K

Fresh inflows lift US Bitcoin ETFs toward a potential first weekly gain after five consecutive weeks of outflows totaling $3.8 billion.

OCC proposal seeks to settle stablecoin yield debate, clearing way for CLARITY

The OCC’s proposal to implement the GENIUS Act would bar yield on payment stablecoins and introduce a rebuttable presumption against common issuer–affiliate reward structures.

Whale loses $8.2M trying to squeeze thin liquidity ARC market on Lighter

A massive leveraged long in the ARC perpetuals market collapsed on Lighter, triggering auto-deleveraging but limiting liquidity provider losses to about $75,000.

Deutsche Bank-backed AllUnity launches Swiss franc stablecoin CHFAU

Initially available to institutions via the AllUnity Mint Platform, CHFAU stablecoin launches under MiCA compliance after securing a license from the German regulator, BaFin.

Is XRP price setting up for a 20% bounce in March?

A convincing bullish reversal setup and hints of easing whale distribution may push the price of XRP up by 20% or more in March.

Sygnum eyes $100B DAT sector with treasury management services

The Swiss crypto bank will handle strategic asset allocation for corporate crypto treasuries and is already actively managing $200 million in volume at launch.

WLFI proposes governance staking system and USD1 usage incentives

World Liberty Financial’s USD1 is the fifth-largest stablecoin by market capitalization at $4.7 billion, while USDT is the market leader, followed by USDC.

Wall Street is loud about crypto, but investors aren’t listening: Bitwise

“They’ve heard the promises of institutional adoption for so long that they no longer register," said Bitwise's Matt Hougan.

Bitcoin touches $70,000 before fading as altcoins lead the strongest bounce in weeks

Uniswap’s UNI jumps 15% as governance vote to expand fee switch gains momentum

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Stripe executives Patrick and John Collison expect blockchain network demands to increase significantly as adoption and use of AI agents grow in the future.

Buterin explains 4-year roadmap for faster, quantum-resistant Ethereum

“The goal is to decouple slots and finality, to allow us to reason about both separately,” explained Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin.

Aave crosses $1T in lending as it seeks more bank, fintech integrations

Aave continues to lead DeFi lending, with $27.2 billion in user value secured and $83.3 million in fees over the past 30 days, nearly four times more than its closest competitor.

ETHZilla shares pop as it rebrands to Forum in tokenization pivot

ETHZilla will now go by Forum in its second rebrand in less than 12 months as it looks to catch a windfall from the hype around tokenization.

UK security committee chair urges temp ban on crypto political donations

The Reform UK party was the first to accept crypto donations in May last year, with leader Nigel Farage announcing the group is accepting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency contributions.

Kalshi boots a US politician off the platform for insider trading

CFTC chair Mike Selig said the agency established a prediction markets advisory to help catch insider traders, warning there would be consequences.

Bitcoin’s upcoming $10.5B options expiry may end bear market: Here’s how

Bitcoin markets are bracing for Friday’s $10.5 billion monthly options expiry. Does the data show bulls or bears at an advantage?

Bitcoin snaps back near $69,000 but analysts warn the market may not be out of the woods yet

GD Culture Group board authorizes Bitcoin treasury sales

The AI and digital marketing company acquired its 7,500 Bitcoin in September 2025, amid a market-wide collapse in Bitcoin treasury company mNAVs.

Nvidia rises after earnings beat Wall Street's expectations, lifting AI-related crypto stocks

Kraken introduces fixed-rate crypto loans for its Pro users

The crypto exchange’s new Flexline product lets Pro users borrow against digital assets at fixed rates of 10%–25% APR for terms of up to two years.

Solo bitcoin miner turns $75 of rented hashrate into a $200,000 block reward

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Bitcoin bulls rushed toward $70,000, and ETH reclaimed $2,000 following a drastic improvement in investor sentiment, but will the gains hold?

MrBeast editor nabbed by prediction market firm Kalshi for alleged insider trading

Lyten Completes Acquisition of Northvolt Sweden and Establishes its First Lyten Industrial Hub in Sweden

SAN JOSE, Calif. & STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lyten, a global leader in lithium-sulfur batteries and energy storage, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Northvolt Ett and Ett Expansion (Skellefteå, Sweden) and Northvolt Labs (Västerås, Sweden). The Northvolt Sweden acquisition includes 16 GWh of existing battery manufacturing capacity, more than 160 hectares of land, infrastructure and buildings to support expanded manufacturing and industrial activities, and the largest a

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Vilnius, Lietuva, Feb. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- „Lords LB Asset Management“ valdoma AB „Tewox“ toliau plečia mažmeninės prekybos nekilnojamojo turto portfelį Lenkijoje ir Konino mieste įsigijo 2023 m. atidarytą prekybos parką.

Investment Company AB Tewox acquires a retail park in Poland

Vilnius, Lithuania, Feb. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AB Tewox, managed by Lords LB Asset Management, continues to expand its retail real estate portfolio in Poland with the acquisition of a retail park in Konin that was opened in 2023.

Brinks to acquire NCR Atleos in $6.6 billion deal

ContextLogic Completes $907.5 Million Acquisition of US Salt, Marking Transformation into Business Ownership Platform

Transaction Creates Leading Public Business Ownership Platform with Strong Cash Generation and Approximately $2.9 Billion in NOLs Transaction Creates Leading Public Business Ownership Platform with Strong Cash Generation and Approximately $2.9 Billion in NOLs

UPDATE - Tevogen Signs Letter of Intent to Evaluate Potential Acquisition of Sciometrix and its Digital Care Management Platform Clinicus

Tevogen evaluates acquisition of Sciometrix to build integrated clinical infrastructure and advance its 2026 revenue goals.

Diversified to Acquire Complementary, High-Quality, Low-Decline Producing Assets

Diversified to Acquire Sheridan Production

Rocket Lab Establishes New Precision Machining Complex, Expands Manufacturing Footprint with Acquisition of Precision Components Ltd

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Rocket Lab Acquires Optical Support, Inc., Strengthening National Security Payload Capability

Rocket Lab Acquires Optical Support, Inc., Strengthening National Security Payload Capability

Brink’s to Acquire NCR Atleos for $6.6 Billion, Creating Leading Financial Technology Infrastructure Company

Cash and stock transaction combines two complementary trusted and globally recognized financial technology infrastructure providers to better serve banking and retail customers

Highlander Silver and Bear Creek Mining Complete Business Combination

HIGHLANDER SILVER AND BEAR CREEK MINING COMPLETE BUINESS COMBINATION

Victory Capital offer sparks competition for Janus Henderson

Fagron voltooit strategische overname van Pharmavit Europe en versterkt daarmee haar leiderschap in snelgroeiende nutraceutische ingrediënten in EMEA

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Fagron completes strategic acquisition of Pharmavit Europe, strengthening its leadership in high‑growth nutraceutical ingredients across EMEA

Regulated information – inside information Nazareth (Belgium)/Rotterdam (The Netherlands), 26 February 2026 – 6:30PM

PayPal drops on report Stripe isn't in talks for a takeover

Crispr Therapeutics gains amid takeover speculation

Shift4 Payments hits 52-week low after 2026 EPS guidance falls short of consensus

SSRG Announces Acquisition of Elite Residential Concierge in Ontario

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Tevogen Signs Letter of Intent to Evaluate Potential Acquisition of Sciometrix and its Digital Care Management Platform Clinicus

Tevogen evaluates acquisition of Sciometrix to build integrated clinical infrastructure and advance its 2026 revenue goals.

iAltA Holdings Acquires Delio

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Dubai Aerospace Enterprise to buy Macquarie AirFinance in $7B deal

Victory Capital submits superior proposal to acquire Janus Henderson

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Warner Bros. deal odds shift to Paramount as $14M options bet signals Netflix upside if it loses

Odysseus Holdings och CoinShares offentliggör en erbjudandehandling för transaktionen med Vine Hill

26 februari 2026 | SAINT HELIER, Jersey | CoinShares International Limited ("CoinShares") (Nasdaq Stockholm: CS; US OTCQX: CNSRF) offentliggjorde den 8 september 2025 ett förslag om att byta handelsplats till en aktiemarknad eller annan börs i USA genom ett avtalat samgående vilket inkluderar ett domstolsgodkänt scheme of arrangement enligt artikel 125 i Jersey Companies Law (”Scheme of Arrangement”) med Vine Hill Capital Investment Corp. (Nasdaq: VCIC) (”Vine Hill”) och Odysseus Holdings Limited ("Odysseus Holdings" och tillsammans benämnt "Transaktionen").

Odysseus Holdings and CoinShares publish the offer document for the transaction with Vine Hill

26 February 2026 | SAINT HELIER, Jersey | CoinShares International Limited ("CoinShares") (Nasdaq Stockholm: CS; US OTCQX: CNSRF) announced on 8 September 2025, a proposal to change listing venue to a public stock market or other exchange in the U.S. through a joint merger plan including a court-sanctioned scheme of arrangement under Article 125 of the Jersey Companies Law (“Scheme of Arrangement”) with Vine Hill Capital Investment Corp. (Nasdaq: VCIC) (“Vine Hill”) and Odysseus Holdings Limited (“Odysseus Holdings” and the “Transaction”).

BlueScope says revised Steel Dynamics, SGH offer inadequate but open to deal

FS Bancorp, Inc. and Pacific West Bancorp to Merge

MOUNTLAKE TERRACE, Wash., Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FS Bancorp, Inc. (“FS Bancorp”) (NASDAQ: FSBW) and Pacific West Bancorp (“Pacific West”) (OTCPK: PWBK) announced today the signing of a definitive merger agreement and plan of merger (the “Agreement”) whereby Pacific West will merge into FS Bancorp in a stock and cash transaction valued at approximately $34.6 million. As of December 31, 2025, on a pro forma consolidated basis, the combined company would have approximately $3.6 billion in assets, $3.0 billion in loans, $3.0 billion in deposits, and 31 branch locations throughout the Pacific Northwest.

LENSAR® Provides Update on Pending Acquisition by Alcon

ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LENSAR, Inc. (Nasdaq: LNSR) (“LENSAR” or the “Company”), a global medical technology company focused on advanced robotic laser solutions for the treatment of cataracts, today provided an update on the status of its pending acquisition by Alcon Research, LLC (“Alcon”).

GCC Completes Acquisition of Aggregates, Asphalt and Ready-Mix Concrete Operations in Texas

CHIHUAHUA, Mexico, Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GCC, S.A.B. de C.V. (BMV: GCC*), a leading company in the production of cement, aggregates and concrete in the United States and Mexico, today announced the acquisition of three companies and their aggregates, asphalt, and ready-mix concrete operations in El Paso, Texas.

Azuria Water Solutions Announces the Acquisition of Waterline Renewal Technologies

Azuria Water Solutions has acquired Waterline Renewal Technologies.

QNB Corp. and The Victory Bancorp, Inc. Announce Regulatory Approvals Received for Merger

Quakertown, PA and Limerick, PA, Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QNB Corp. ("QNB" or the "Company") (OTCQX: QNBC), the holding company for QNB Bank, and The Victory Bancorp, Inc. ("Victory") (OTCQX: VTYB), the holding company for The Victory Bank, today jointly announced that they have received all required regulatory approvals to complete their previously announced merger transaction (the “Merger”). The transaction, initially announced on September 23, 2025, is expected to close during the second quarter, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

AMG Critical Materials N.V. Announces Strategic Acquisition of AURA Technologie to Establish First Circular High-Purity Molybdenum Platform

Amsterdam, 25 February 2026 --- AMG Critical Materials N.V. (“AMG”, EURONEXT AMSTERDAM: “AMG”) acquired AURA Technologie GmbH in Germany for €10 million in a transaction consisting of 34% cash and 66% AMG shares. The acquisition represents a major strategic step in AMG’s expansion into high-purity molybdenum and strengthens its position in circular critical materials processing.

Rayonier Advanced Materials jumps after disclosing rejected bid

Relativity Acquisition Corp. and Instinct Brothers Announce Extraordinary General Meeting of Relativity Shareholders to Approve Business Combination

Las Vegas, NV, New York, NY, Tokyo, JP, Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Relativity Acquisition Corp. (OTC: ACQC) (“Relativity”), a special-purpose acquisition company, and Instinct Brothers Co., Ltd. (“Instinct Brothers”), a vertically integrated leader in the stem cell and regenerative medicine sector, announced today that an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders of Relativity (the “Extraordinary General Meeting”) to approve the previously announced business combination (the “Business Combination”) is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time.