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New AI Start-Up, Plantista, Launching Crowdfund to Make Firewise Landscaping Available to Everyone

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AI technology start-up focused on the “green industry” launches waitlist to join their crowdfund campaign to build a model to protect homes and properties from wildfires using plants.

DENVER, May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — With the start of wildfire season, Plantista – a new AI start-up out of Denver – announced they will be launching a crowdfund campaign to fund the development of a Firewise Landscape AI model, in collaboration with fire, plant and design experts.

 

Firewise landscaping—also called defensible space landscaping—is a method of designing yards and gardens to reduce the risk of wildfire damage to homes and properties by:

Creating Defensible Space:
 By establishing zones around the home (typically 0–5 feet, 5–30 feet, and 30–100+ feet), Firewise landscaping reduces fuel for fires close to structures and slows the fire’s approach.

Using Fire-Resistant Plants:
 Plants with high moisture content, low resin/sap, and non-woody stems are less likely to ignite and help slow fire spread.

Breaking Up Fuel Continuity:
 Spacing between plants, using rock or gravel beds, and strategic pruning prevent flames from traveling easily from one plant to another or from plants to structures.

And more.

By reducing the available fuel and improving the buffer zone around structures, Firewise landscaping significantly lowers the risk that a wildfire will ignite or destroy a home. However, the additional rules make developing an AI Firewise model more challenging than a traditional landscape model.

While Firewise landscaping is not a new concept, it has traditionally only been available to those who are able to find and pay for a landscape professional who is trained in this type of design. By partnering fire, plant and design experts with a team of AI engineers, Plantista’s goal of the campaign is to democratize access to Firewise landscaping for all.

The campaign is anticipated to launch in the coming week on popular crowdfunding platform, Indiegogo with exclusive perks available to funders. One of these perks will be access to Plantista’s current Custom AI Landscape Design tools that enable you to upload a photo and design a location-specific landscape – whether that’s Xeriscape, Pollinator, or Native – in 15 to 30 seconds with common plants available in your area.

“As an alum of UCLA Anderson, the Los Angeles-area wildfires – and the destruction they brought – hit very deeply for me. It was devastating to see so many homes destroyed and I couldn’t stop thinking about how Plantista could help. By bringing together our community to help build an AI Firewise Landscape model – in collaboration with fire, design and plant experts – we would be able to help preventatively for future fires, which is what excited us most.” Said Ashley Wright, Plantista co-founder and CEO.

Plantista launched their waitlist today where anyone can sign up to receive alerts and exclusive early access to perks when the campaign launches.

You can join the waitlist here: https://indiegogo.plantista.ai/

And view their launch video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uk49xXLyJA0&t=157s

About Plantista
Founded in 2024 by Ashley Wright (Denver, CO) and Alex Tandy (Moraga, CA), Plantista is an AI technology start-up that is passionate about bringing  AI to the green industry – including garden centers and landscape designers. With an undisclosed amount of pre-seed funding in October of 2024, they have primarily boot-strapped their growth with tools only available today through their handful of  garden center and landscape design partners. Their mission is to be the comprehensive platform for the green industry to seamlessly grow revenue, scale customer experience, and streamline operations; as well as build the tools for the next generation of plant parents. You can find them at plantista.ai.

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CleanSpark, Inc. Announces Closing of $2.276 Billion of Senior Secured Notes

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LAS VEGAS, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CleanSpark, Inc. (Nasdaq: CLSK) (“CleanSpark” or the “Company”), a market-leading data center developer, today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, CSDC Finance I, LLC, has closed its previously announced offering of $2.276 billion aggregate principal amount of 7.875% senior secured notes due 2031.

The notes have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration. 

About CleanSpark
CleanSpark is a market-leading data center developer with a proven track record of success. We control a portfolio of more than 1.8 GW of power, land, and data centers across the United States powered by globally competitive energy prices. Sitting at the intersection of Bitcoin, energy, operational excellence, and capital

stewardship, we optimize our infrastructure to deliver superior returns to our shareholders. Monetizing low-cost, high reliability energy by producing a global emerging critical resource – compute – positions us to prosper in an ever-changing world.

Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws of the United States. The Company intends such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and is including this statement for purposes of complying with these safe harbor provisions. Any statements made in this press release that are not statements of historical fact, such as statements regarding the anticipated terms

of the notes being offered, the completion, timing and size of the proposed Offering of the notes and the intended use of the net proceeds, are forward-looking statements and should be evaluated as such. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words “may,” “will,” “should,” “expects,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “could,” “seeks,” “intends,” “targets,” “projects,” “contemplates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “strategy,” “future,” “forecasts,” “opportunity,” “predicts,” “potential,” “would,” “will likely result,” “continue,” and similar expressions (including the negative versions of such words or expressions).

These forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by CleanSpark and our management, are inherently uncertain. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward looking statements. New risks and uncertainties may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible to predict all risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this press release, including but not limited to: volatility in the price of CleanSpark’s securities due to a variety of factors, including changes in the competitive and regulated industry in which CleanSpark operates, CleanSpark’s evolving business model and strategy and efforts we may make to modify aspects of our business model or engage in various strategic initiatives, variations in performance across competitors, changes in laws and regulations affecting CleanSpark’s business, and the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations and to identify and realize additional opportunities. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties described in the “Risk Factors” section of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on November 25, 2025, our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2025 filed with the SEC on February 5, 2026, our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2026 filed with the SEC on May 11, 2026, our Quarterly Report on Form 10 Q for the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2026 filed with the SEC on August 6, 2026, and in CleanSpark’s subsequent filings with the SEC. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and CleanSpark assumes no obligation and, except as required by law, does not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Contacts:
Investor Relations Contact:
Kyle Sourk
702-989-7693
ir@cleanspark.com 

Media Contact:
Eleni Stylianou
702-989-7694
pr@cleanspark.com 

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Talent Corps Names Mark Tower as Chief Operating Officer as part of the Executive Team

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Talent Corps, a leading provider of skilled-trades workforce solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Tower as Chief Operating Officer, effective October 1, 2026.

DALLAS, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Talent Corps, a leading provider of skilled-trades workforce solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Tower as Chief Operating Officer, effective October 1, 2026.

Mark’s leadership experience, operational discipline, and deep understanding of the staffing industry make him the right person to help lead Talent Corps through its next stage of growth.

Tower brings more than 20 years of executive leadership experience within the staffing and human-capital management industries. Throughout his career, he has successfully led large-scale domestic and international operations, built high-performing teams, and developed growth strategies centered on operational excellence, accountability, and exceptional service. His experience includes executive oversight of a $1 billion international operation focused on connecting vocational talent with employers.

As Chief Operating Officer, Tower will oversee Talent Corps’ day-to-day operations and work closely with the company’s executive leadership team to advance its strategic priorities. His responsibilities will include strengthening operational consistency, improving collaboration across departments and markets, supporting geographic expansion, and ensuring Talent Corps continues delivering dependable workforce solutions to its clients nationwide.

Mark’s leadership experience, operational discipline, and deep understanding of the staffing industry make him the right person to help lead Talent Corps through its next stage of growth, said Jared DeRuby, Owner of Talent Corps. “He shares our commitment to our employees, skilled-trades workforce, clients, and the communities we serve. We are excited about the leadership and vision he brings to this important role.”

Tower is known for his people-focused leadership style and his ability to align teams around a clear vision. His approach combines strategic planning with hands-on operational execution, helping organizations strengthen their internal processes while remaining responsive to the evolving needs of their clients and workforce.

“I am honored to serve as Chief Operating Officer of Talent Corps,” said Tower. Talent Corps has built a strong reputation by putting people first and delivering skilled, dependable workers to our clients. “I look forward to working alongside our talented team to strengthen our operations, expand our reach, and create even greater opportunities for our employees, clients, and skilled-trades professionals.”

Tower’s appointment reflects Talent Corps’ continued investment in its leadership infrastructure and its commitment to sustainable national growth. Under his operational leadership, the company will remain focused on developing its people, improving the customer and employee experience, and connecting qualified skilled-trades professionals with meaningful opportunities across the country.

About Talent Corps

From large-scale builds to fast-moving projects, Talent Corps delivers the nationwide construction staffing solutions to keep your projects on schedule and compliant. We connect employers with reliable, safety-focused, and job-ready tradesmen across multiple industries. Whether you’re filling one position or staffing an entire project, we’ve got you covered. Learn more at talentcorps.com.

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Sean Dorminy

Vice President of Marketing

Talent Corps

sdorminy@talentcorps.com

214-212-6805

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Sean Dorminy, Talent Corps, 1 214-212-6805, Marketing@talentcorps.com, https://talentcorps.com/ 

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Notice of Data Incident

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BEACHWOOD, Ohio, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Saber Healthcare Group announces a security incident that may have affected certain individuals’ information. On July 27, 2026, Saber detected a service outage affecting some of its internal and external computer systems. Once discovered, Saber immediately secured and isolated its systems and began an investigation with the help of outside cybersecurity experts. The investigation determined that an outside party gained access to Saber’s corporate computer network; and on July 27, 2026 that party encrypted a small portion of files, which is what caused the outage. Saber’s electronic medical record system was hosted and maintained by a separate outside provider, whose systems were not affected by this incident. Saber’s facilities access that system over the web and there was no evidence that the medical record database was accessed, modified, or copied. Using backup copies that were not affected, they restored the inaccessible files within 24 to 48 hours of discovering the outage, with no loss of data.

Saber conducted a review of the potentially affected files to determine what information they contain. The type of information varies by individual but may include their name and one or more of the following: date of birth, driver’s license/state issued identification number, health insurance information, medical information, financial account information, passport number, and/or Social Security number. On August 19, 2026, they completed their review and began locating address information to notify individuals directly through the mail. In an abundance of caution, they are offering individuals access to credit monitoring and identity protection services at no cost.

In response to this incident, Saber took immediate steps to secure its systems and engaged third-party specialists to assist in a thorough investigation and response. They have also implemented additional security measures to further minimize the risk of a similar incident occurring in the future. Saber has not detected ongoing unauthorized activity since these additional measures were put in place. For more information or to enroll in these services, individuals should contact the organization’s assistance line at 1-833-918-1128, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM ET, excluding holidays.

Individuals are encouraged to remain vigilant against incidents of identity theft and fraud by reviewing credit reports/account statements and explanation of benefits forms for suspicious activity and to detect errors. Individuals may also place a fraud alert or credit freeze by contacting the credit reporting agencies: TransUnion 1-800-680-7289; Experian 1-888-397-3742; Equifax 1-888-298-0045. You can further educate yourself regarding identity theft, fraud alerts, credit freezes, and steps to protect your personal information by contacting the credit reporting bureaus, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”), or their state Attorney General. The FTC may be reached at 600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20580; www.identitytheft.gov; 1-877-ID-THEFT (1-877-438-4338); and TTY: 1-866-653-4261. Instances of known or suspected identity theft should also be reported to law enforcement, the state Attorney General, and the FTC.

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