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BKV Announces its First Sale of Revolutionary New Carbon-Neutral Natural Gas Product to Kiewit

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2 years ago

June 27, 2024

DENVER, June 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — BKV Corporation (BKV) announced today that they signed a contract for the sale and purchase of Carbon Sequestered Gas (CSG) with Kiewit Infrastructure South Co., a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, one of North America’s largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. CSG is a revolutionary, innovative, natural gas product that is Scope 1, 2 and 3 carbon-neutral, effectively mitigating the environmental impact of natural gas consumption. This sales agreement brings together two industry leaders dedicated to reducing greenhouse gas emissions from their operations.

Under the gas purchase agreement, BKV will deliver CSG to Kiewit beginning this fall for a premium over Henry Hub price. A first-of-its-kind carbon-neutral natural gas, CSG is generated by pairing low methane intensity natural gas and offsetting emissions associated with the entire gas value chain which includes production, gathering, boosting, processing, transmission, distribution and use through permanent carbon sequestration via BKV’s carbon capture, utilization and sequestration (CCUS) operations. BKV’s end-to-end emissions calculation methodologies combined with transparent, third-party blockchain-enabled verification, provides potential buyers with confidence in the emissions data associated with their purchase. CSG will provide a fully decarbonized, emissions certified, and qualified fuel and retired credits bundle that is a differentiated and premium product.

BKV Chief Executive Officer Chris Kalnin said, “We are thrilled to be able to provide this first-of-its-kind, carbon-neutral natural gas product to Kiewit. The introduction of CSG, and this sale to a world-class natural gas end user, aligns with our mission to help create a better world through our emission reduction and energy impact goals. We believe that our production of CSG can scale to meet future energy needs of many industries across the country and that this product will be synergistic with other approaches to sustainable energy helping to advance the reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.”

Kiewit Infrastructure South’s Fort Worth Maintenance Facility will receive the gas directly from a pipeline being built to service their facility as well as the entire Markum Business Park, where the facility is located. The Markum Business Park is a state-of-the-art industrial/flex space in south Fort Worth developed by Wilks Development, a preeminent Texas-based commercial real estate company.

Wilks Development Co-Founder and CEO Kyle Wilks said, “Wilks Development’s mission is to create high-quality, community focused real estate projects that serve the needs of the people who inhabit them and contribute to a vibrant, sustainable future for their tenants and the communities they serve. We’re excited to be able to offer locally-produced, abundant, affordable energy (in the form of natural gas and CSG), directly to businesses at the Markum Business Park. An easy way for us to help our customers meet their energy needs and sustainability goals.”

“Carbon Sequestered Gas represents an opportunity for end-users to purchase verified differentiated natural gas that is emissions certified and registered using blockchain technology. We believe this level of transparency and trust is critical for the energy transition. We are hopeful that additional tenants at Markum Business Park will utilize CSG and join us in the journey to emissions reductions as well,” said Kalnin. “We are committed to leading the way in the production of carbon-neutral natural gas and look forward to future sales and are eager to partner with additional end users on their energy needs and their emissions reduction goals as we continue to grow our CCUS business and the availability of CSG for the market.”

BKV has previously demonstrated their commitment to carbon reduction activities, by launching a dedicated CCUS business line, BKV dCarbon Ventures, and equipping it with the resources needed to evaluate CCUS projects more efficiently and build a pipeline of feasible projects going forward. BKV dCarbon Ventures has a strategic focus on permanent sequestration of point-source emissions and is focused on driving CCUS innovations and project development. Production of CSG is enabled by BKV’s Barnett Zero project, launched November 2023. It is among the nation’s first purpose-drilled, Class II commercial carbon sequestration well injecting CO2 waste from natural gas processing plants in the United States. With approvals from both the Texas Railroad Commission and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the project expects to permanently sequester an average of 185,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions annually while providing a compelling model for future Class II and Class VI wells.

CSG is available for any industry that uses natural gas and is looking to decarbonize their operations. If you would like to learn more about BKV’s carbon sequestered natural gas offerings, please contact Brian Binford at brianbinford@bkvcorp.com.

About BKV Corporation
Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, BKV Corporation (BKV) is a forward-thinking, growth-driven energy company focused on creating value for its stockholders. BKV’s core business is to produce natural gas from its owned and operated upstream businesses. BKV (and its predecessor entity) was founded in 2015, and BKV and its employees are committed to building a different kind of energy company. BKV is one of the top 20 gas-weighted natural gas producers in the United States and the largest natural gas producer by gross operated volume in the Barnett Shale. BKV Corporation is the parent company for the BKV family of companies.

About Wilks Development
Wilks Development is a visionary leader in Texas real estate development and investment, committed to creating exceptional spaces that enrich the lives of communities. Founded in 2012 by brothers and third-generation masons Kyle and Josh Wilks, along with their cousin Jess Green, Wilks Development has meticulously built a diverse portfolio that includes sturdy stone storefronts, vibrant multi-family communities, sleek commercial offices, and thriving, walkable neighborhoods.

As an intentional and innovative company, Wilks Development continues to pioneer with a focus on sustainable growth and community enhancement, ensuring that every project contributes positively to the areas it serves. For more information about Wilks Development, visit our website at wilksdevelopment.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram at @wilksdevelopment.

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VNET Announces Changes to Leadership Team

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31 minutes ago

April 20, 2026

BEIJING, April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — VNET Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: VNET) (“VNET” or the “Company”), today announced that Mr. Qiyu Wang has resigned from his position as VNET’s Chief Financial Officer for personal reasons, effective April 30, 2026. Mr. Wang’s resignation is not due to any disagreement with the Company, nor does it relate to the Company’s operations, policies, practices, accounting matters, or procedures.

Mr. Josh Sheng Chen, Founder, Executive Chairperson and Interim Chief Executive Officer of VNET, commented, “On behalf of the Company, I would like to thank Qiyu for his contributions during his tenure. His financial discipline and strategic insight have been instrumental to the Company’s growth. We wish him every success in his future endeavors.”

In February 2026, the Company announced the appointment of Mr. Peter Zhihua Zhang as Senior Vice President, Operational Finance of VNET, to oversee the Company’s financial operations and to serve as the Company’s “principal accounting officer” in accordance with applicable U.S. federal securities laws, SEC rules, and Nasdaq requirements. Since joining VNET in 2019, Mr. Zhang has demonstrated extensive expertise in multiple key roles within the Company’s finance operations.

About VNET

VNET Group, Inc. is a leading carrier- and cloud-neutral internet data center services provider in China. VNET provides hosting and related services, including IDC services, cloud services, and business VPN services to improve the reliability, security, and speed of its customers’ internet infrastructure. Customers may locate their servers and equipment in VNET’s data centers and connect to China’s internet backbone. VNET operates in more than 30 cities throughout China, servicing a diversified and loyal base of over 7,000 hosting and related enterprise customers that span numerous industries ranging from internet companies to government entities and blue-chip enterprises to small- to mid-sized enterprises.

Safe Harbor Statement

This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “target,” “believes,” “estimates” and similar statements. Among other things, quotations from management in this announcement as well as VNET’s strategic and operational plans contain forward-looking statements. VNET may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its reports filed with, or furnished to, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in its annual reports to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about VNET’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: VNET’s goals and strategies; VNET’s liquidity conditions; VNET’s expansion plans; the expected growth of the data center services market; expectations regarding demand for, and market acceptance of, VNET’s services; VNET’s expectations regarding keeping and strengthening its relationships with customers; VNET’s plans to invest in research and development to enhance its solution and service offerings; and general economic and business conditions in the regions where VNET provides solutions and services. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in VNET’s reports filed with, or furnished to, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and VNET undertakes no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

Investor Relations Contact:

Xinyuan Liu
Tel: +86 10 8456 2121
Email: ir@vnet.com

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Steven Rivera Appointed Chief Revenue Officer of NRI North America

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April 20, 2026

NEW YORK, April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Nomura Research Institute (NRI), a leading global provider of consulting and technology services, today announced that Steven Rivera has been appointed Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) for North America.

In this role, Rivera will oversee revenue-related functions across the region, including sales, marketing, demand generation, strategic partnerships, and client engagement.

Rivera brings more than 26 years of experience to the role, having held sales and marketing leadership positions within the cybersecurity, managed services, and consulting sectors. Over the course of his career, he has led the development of integrated go-to-market strategies and supported organizations in strengthening client relationships and operational alignment.

Prior to joining NRI, Rivera served as Chief Revenue Officer at Logically, where he was responsible for coordinating revenue functions across sales, marketing, client support, and pricing. His work focused on improving organizational alignment and supporting consistent business performance.

“Steven’s experience across revenue leadership and his background in cybersecurity and consulting are well-aligned with our priorities in North America,” said Toshi Oiwa, Chief Executive Officer of NRI North America. “We believe his perspective will contribute to the steady advancement of our regional capabilities and support our efforts to further deepen relationships with our clients over the long term.”

Rivera’s areas of expertise include enterprise sales leadership, revenue operations, cloud and cybersecurity solutions, and financial planning. He also brings experience in security consulting, risk analysis, program management, and governance, risk & compliance (GRC).

About NRI

In North America, NRI is a business and technology solutions consultancy. Guiding our clients from insight to execution, we design and deliver solutions that fuel growth, grow profitability, and result in lasting innovation. NRI has more than 16,000 employees in 16 countries and regions including New York, London, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Australia. NRI reports annual sales above US $4.8 billion and is rated “A” by S&P Global Ratings Japan. Learn more at www.nri-na.com.

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Ionic Digital Announces March 2026 Mining and Operations Update

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April 20, 2026

AUSTIN, Texas, April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ionic Digital Inc. (“Ionic Digital” or the “Company”), a digital infrastructure company supporting the expanding needs of AI and high-performance computing, today issued its unaudited Mining and Operations Update for March 2026.

In March, Ionic Digital mined 28.05 Bitcoin (“BTC”), a decrease of 14.9% compared to the prior month. The Company’s site production varied in line with strategic adjustments, following fleet consolidation.

The decline in production was driven by a 19.4% decrease in average hashrate and a 6.8% reduction in network block production, partially offset by a 3.3% decline in the global hashrate. Ionic’s share of the global hashrate declined 16.6% month-over-month to 0.21%, reflecting a sharper reduction in company output relative to the total network.

At our four Midland sites, production was 24.26 BTC, a 4.7% month-over-month increase, as the most efficient miners from the Oklahoma GXD facility came online at Midland. At GXD, production was 3.79 BTC, a planned decrease of 61.2% month-over-month due to continued de-racking and reduced operational contribution.

The daily average hashrate was 2.04 EH/s, down 19.4% compared to the prior month, due to the discontinuation of the GXD hosting contract and removal of miners (-62.5%), while Midland remained relatively stable (-1.2%).

Ionic Digital continues to maintain its zero-debt position and liquidated no BTC in March. As of March 31, 2026, the Company held 2,815.6 BTC, an increase of approximately 28.2 BTC over the prior month.

Key Mining and Operating Metrics Summary

Metric

March 2026

Capacity (MW)1

112.0

Efficiency (J/THs)2

29.1

Daily Average Hashrate (EH/s)3

2.04

BTC Mined4

28.05

Average BTC Mined/Day5

0.90

BTC Sold

0.0

BTC Holdings6

2,815.6

Total current energy available at the four Midland sites, representing a change in previous reporting.
Previous reporting only measured total current capacity for mining activities available at hosted and directly
owned sites.Represents the capabilities of active miners during the reporting period.The reported hashrate is derived from internal performance data. Hashrate values reflect miner downtime
and curtailment.Gross BTC mined of 28.05 BTC. No hosting fees were paid in BTC for March 2026.Average BTC/Day in the prior month was 1.18.BTC Holdings excludes 0.9 BTC earned but in transit as of month-end, a change of -0.2 BTC from prior
month. The BTC balance at the end of the prior month was 2,787.4 BTC.

About Ionic Digital
Ionic Digital Inc. is a digital infrastructure company that develops strategic powered land assets for data centers, high-performance computing (HPC) and cryptocurrency mining. Learn more at www.ionicdigital.com or follow us on X and LinkedIn.

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