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Evernorth Announces Effectiveness of Form S-4 Registration Statement, Progresses Toward Planned Nasdaq-Listing

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Armada Acquisition Corp. II shareholders to vote on the transaction at a special meeting on September 30, 2026; if approved and the transaction closes, the combined company is expected to list on Nasdaq under the ticker “XRPN”Evernorth intends to deploy capital across the XRP economy through strategies designed to grow XRP per share over time

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Evernorth Holdings, Inc. (“Evernorth”), a digital asset treasury building institutional access to the XRP economy at scale, and Armada Acquisition Corp. II (“Armada”) today announced that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) has declared effective the registration statement on Form S-4 relating to their proposed business combination.

“Today marks an important milestone toward completing our proposed business combination,” said Asheesh Birla, founder and CEO of Evernorth. “We set out to build an actively managed XRP treasury with the transparency and governance public markets demand. With the registration statement now effective, we are one step closer to delivering on our vision.”

Evernorth is a digital asset treasury company that holds XRP and will be actively participating in the XRP economy by allocating its capital to XRP-based infrastructure and deploying treasury strategies designed to grow XRP per share over time. The model is designed to provide a regulated, transparent vehicle for public-market investors seeking exposure to the XRP ecosystem.

Unlike the first generation of digital asset treasury companies, which focused primarily on buying and holding their underlying digital asset tokens, Evernorth is designed to actively manage its underlying treasury of XRP and by so doing expand the utility, value and scale of the XRP ecosystem.

“What excites me most is the opportunity in front of us,” Birla continued. “We plan to enter public markets as blockchain utility continues to grow, and we believe institutional finance will increasingly be built on-chain. Evernorth is designed to accelerate XRP‘s role in that work.”

The development of infrastructure for institutional on-chain finance is well underway, and tokenized assets, on-chain credit markets, and settlement rails all require capital to scale. Evernorth intends to be a source of that capital, with the reporting, governance and disclosure standards of a Nasdaq-listed company.

The company’s investors reflect that institutional foundation. Evernorth’s investors include Arrington Capital, SBI Group, Ripple, Pantera Capital, Kraken, and GSR, among others. The business combination is expected to close in late Q3 or early Q4 2026, subject to shareholder approval and customary closing conditions.

Special Meeting Details

Effectiveness clears the way for Armada to convene a special meeting of its shareholders of record as of August 20, 2026 (the “Record Date”) to vote on the transaction, which will be held on September 30, 2026. That vote is one of the last key milestones before Evernorth’s debut as a public company on Nasdaq, where the combined company is expected to trade under the ticker “XRPN,” subject to the completion of the business combination and satisfaction of customary listing conditions. If approved, the proposed business combination is expected to close shortly thereafter, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

About Evernorth

Formed through a business combination (to be completed) between Evernorth and Armada II, a NASDAQ-listed special purpose acquisition company (the “Business Combination”), pursuant to a definitive business combination agreement (the “Business Combination Agreement”), Evernorth, at closing, will be a publicly traded digital asset treasury that provides investors with exposure to XRP through a regulated, liquid, and transparent structure. Evernorth intends to pursue strategies designed to grow its XRP per share over time through yield strategies, ecosystem participation, and capital markets activities. To learn more, please visit www.evernorth.xyz.

About Armada Acquisition Corp. II

Armada II is a special purpose acquisition company sponsored by Arrington XRP Capital Fund, LP. Armada II was founded on October 3, 2024. Armada II is led by the following seasoned investors and industry executives: Taryn Naidu, Chief Executive Officer, Michael Arrington, Chairman, Kyle Horton, Chief Financial Officer and board members Michael Arrington, Taryn Naidu, Richard Danis, Lindy Key and Ronald Palmeri. To learn more, visit www.arringtoncapital.com/armada.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the proposed business combination, expected Nasdaq listing, and anticipated treasury strategies. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, including those described in the registration statement on Form S-4 filed with the SEC. Neither Evernorth nor Armada undertakes any obligation to update these statements, except as required by law.

Additional Information and Where to Find It

Evernorth filed with the SEC a registration statement on Form S-4 (the “Registration Statement”), which has been declared effective, in connection with the proposed business combination (the “Business Combination”), the private placements of securities in connection with the Business Combination (the “Private Placement Transactions”) and the other transactions contemplated by the Business Combination Agreement and/or as described in this press release (together with the Business Combination and the Private Placement Transactions, the “Proposed Transactions”). The Registration Statement was declared effective on August 27, 2026, and the definitive proxy statement and other relevant documents will be mailed to shareholders of Armada II as of the close of business of Record Date to be established for voting on the Business Combination and other matters as described in the Proxy Statement/Prospectus. Armada II and Evernorth have also filed other documents regarding the Proposed Transactions with the SEC. This press release does not contain all of the information that should be considered concerning the Proposed Transactions and is not intended to form the basis of any investment decision or any other decision in respect of the Proposed Transactions. BEFORE MAKING ANY VOTING OR INVESTMENT DECISION, SHAREHOLDERS OF ARMADA II AND OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES ARE URGED TO READ, WHEN AVAILABLE, THE DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS AND ALL OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS FILED OR THAT WILL BE FILED WITH THE SEC IN CONNECTION WITH ARMADA II’S SOLICITATION OF PROXIES FOR THE EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING OF ITS SHAREHOLDERS TO BE HELD TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED TRANSACTIONS AND OTHER MATTERS AS DESCRIBED IN THE PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS BECAUSE THESE DOCUMENTS WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT ARMADA II, PATHFINDER DIGITAL ASSETS, EVERNORTH AND THE PROPOSED TRANSACTIONS. Investors and security holders will also be able to obtain copies of the Registration Statement and the Proxy Statement/Prospectus and all other documents filed or to be filed with the SEC by Armada II and Evernorth, without charge, once available, on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov, or by directing a request to: Armada Acquisition Corp. II, 382 NE 191st St., Suite 52895, Miami, Florida 33179-3899; e-mail: finance@arringtoncapital.com, or to: Evernorth Holdings Inc., 600 Battery St, San Francisco, CA 94111, email: finance@evernorth.xyz.

NEITHER THE SEC NOR ANY STATE SECURITIES REGULATORY AGENCY HAS APPROVED OR DISAPPROVED THE PROPOSED TRANSACTIONS DESCRIBED HEREIN, PASSED UPON THE MERITS OR FAIRNESS OF THE BUSINESS COMBINATION, OR ANY RELATED TRANSACTIONS OR PASSED UPON THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THE DISCLOSURE IN THIS PRESS RELEASE. ANY REPRESENTATION TO THE CONTRARY CONSTITUTES A CRIMINAL OFFENSE.

Participants in the Solicitation

SPAC, Pubco, Company and their respective directors and executive officers may be deemed under SEC rules to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from SPAC’s shareholders in connection with the Business Combination. A list of the names of such directors and executive officers, and information regarding their interests in the Business Combination and their ownership of SPAC’s securities is, or will be, contained in SPAC’s filings with the SEC. Additional information regarding the interests of the persons who may, under SEC rules, be deemed participants in the solicitation of proxies from SPAC’s shareholders in connection with the Business Combination, including the names and interests of Company and Pubco’s directors and executive officers, will be set forth in the Proxy Statement/Prospectus, which is expected to be filed by SPAC and Pubco with the SEC. Investors and security holders may obtain free copies of these documents as described above.

No Offer or Solicitation

This press release is for informational purposes only and is not a proxy statement or solicitation of a proxy, consent or authorization with respect to any securities or in respect of the Proposed Transactions and shall not constitute an offer to sell or exchange, or a solicitation of an offer to buy or exchange the securities of SPAC, the Company or Pubco, or any commodity or instrument or related derivative, nor shall there be any sale of any such securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, sale or exchange would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction. No offer of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of the Securities Act or an exemption therefrom. Investors should consult with their counsel as to the applicable requirements for a purchaser to avail itself of any exemption under the Securities Act.

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Media advisory – Parliamentary Secretaries Bardeesy and Chi to highlight major investments to attract top researchers to Canada

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TORONTO, Aug. 27, 2026 /CNW/ — Karim Bardeesy, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry, and Maggie Chi, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health, will highlight federal investments to attract top researchers from around the world through the Eddie Goldenberg Research Chairs of Canada and Canada Impact+ Emerging Leaders programs.

The announcement will be followed by a media availability.

Date: Friday, August 28, 2026

Time: 1:00 pm (ET)

Location: Toronto, Ontario

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Cineverse’s RetroCrush Acquires Streaming Rights to Classic Anime Series and Films from VIZ Media

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Contents from popular franchises BLEACH, Hunter x Hunter, Hikaru no Go, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, NARUTO, and more coming soon to the RetroCrush app for the first time

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cineverse (Nasdaq: CNVS), an entertainment technology company and studio, announced a deal between its anime streaming service and RetroCrush and VIZ Media to add major titles for the first time. This includes the movies from BLEACH, Hunter x Hunter, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, NARUTO, as well as TV-series such as Captain Tsubasa, Hikaru no Go, and more. This announcement was made timed to RetroCrush’s participation in the annual Anime NYC convention.”

This deal represents RetroCrush’s first acquisition of content from the beloved anime franchises, reconnecting fans of these titles with the selection of classic film adaptations. Coming soon to the RetroCrush SVOD app, the newest additions features TV and film titles including:

Naruto the Movie: Ninja Clash in the Land of Snow – Naruto and his team are sent on a mission to guard Yukie Fujikaze, a popular actress starring in the hit movie “The Adventures of Princess Gale.”Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon R Movie – Sailor Moon and the Sailor Guardians save Earth from an alien force! Mamoru gave a rose to an alien who helped him with the loss of his parents. His friend has searched for a flower worthy of his gesture, the Xenian flower, which has a very dark side.BLEACH: Hell Verse – Ichigo must travel into the depths of Hell to stop a group of vicious Sinners and save his younger sister Yuzu, unaware that his actions could bring Hell to the World of the Living.Hunter X Hunter: Phantom Rouge – Someone has stolen Kurapika’s eyes—and another survivor from his clan whose members were massacred for their Scarlet Eyes! Gon and Killua begin investigating on his behalf, but shortly after they’ve begun, the Phantom Troupe appears!Hikaru no Go – Hikaru Shindo life changes when he finds an old go board. The ghost of an ancient go master named Fujiwara-no-Sai was trapped in the board and soon becomes a part of Hikaru’s consciousness. Together Hikaru and Sai make an unstoppable go-playing team.Accel World – The year is 2046. Haruyuki Arita is a young boy who finds himself on the lowest social rungs of his school. Ashamed of his miserable life, Haruyuki can only cope by indulging in virtual games. But that all changes when Kuroyukihime, the most popular girl in school, introduces him to a mysterious program called Brain Burst and a virtual reality called the Accel World.Captain Tsubasa – Tsubasa Ozora, young soccer prodigy newly arrived at Nankatsu elementary school. His dream is to conquer the title of national champion.Captain Tsubasa: Junior Youth Arc – The International Junior Youth Tournament in Paris is about to begin, and Tsubasa and team are ready. Japan’s elite are to face off against the world’s best. Germany’s Schneider awaits, along with a host of other new rivals. Let the battle begin!Vampire Knight – Yuki Cross can’t remember anything from before she was saved by Pureblood vampire Kaname Kuran. Now Yuki, and Zero, are Guardians at Cross Academy, where the Day Class and Night Class coexist—despite the fact that the Night Class are all vampires!

“We’re thrilled to bring such adored anime franchises like Naruto, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, BLEACH, Hunter X Hunter, Hikaru no Go, and more to RetroCrush, offering fans the chance to take in some of the best moments these franchises have to offer,” said Matt Kodner, Programming Manager for RetroCrush. “This new slate gives fans a chance to revisit beloved characters and franchises while discovering new favorites from VIZ Media’s deep anime library, including classic sports titles and hidden gems.”

RetroCrush is dedicated to the Golden Age of anime, highlighting classic anime movies and series for old and new fans alike. The RetroCrush line-up includes more than 200 series and features. It is available at www.retrocrush.tv and as a standalone app; as a SVOD option on Prime Video Channels, Comcast and The Roku Channel; and as a linear FAST channel on Fubo, Philo, Plex, Pluto TV Canada, Samsung TV Plus, Sling Freestream, TCL+, The Roku Channel, Vizio WatchFree+, and Zone TV. Follow RetroCrush on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X and on Discord.

In addition to RetroCrush, Cineverse owns and/or operates a wide range of premium streaming brands, from free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels to subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) apps. These span fandoms – from single IP channels around pop cultural icons such as Bob Ross and The Dog Whisperer with Cesar Milan, to channels curated for fans of Horror (Screambox, Midnight Pulp), Pan-Asian shows and films (AsianCrush), Comedy (Gorilla Comedy+), Independent Film (Fandor), Romance (Dove Channel) and True Crime (Crime Hunters), to name a few.

About Cineverse

Cineverse (Nasdaq: CNVS) is an entertainment technology company and studio. Fiercely innovative and independent, Cineverse develops and invests in technology and content that drives the future of the industry. Core to its business is Matchpoint® – a growing tech ecosystem designed to prepare, distribute, monetize, and continuously improve content across any platform. Matchpoint helps studios large and small operate at scale and improve performance and efficiency in an increasingly fragmented distribution environment. Additionally, Cineverse distributes a vast library of premium films, series, and podcasts, across theatrical, home entertainment, and streaming; operates dozens of digital properties that super serve passionate fandoms around the world; and works with leading brands to connect them with audiences they value. From award-winning technology to the highest-grossing unrated film in U.S. history, Cineverse has created a playbook that marries tech and content to redefine the next era of entertainment. For more information, visit cineverse.com.

Investor Contact:
Julie Milstead
investorrelations@cineverse.com

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UP Argues the Social Media Industry Is Moving From Optional Safeguards Toward Safety by Design

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WICHITA, Kan., Aug. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Meta’s agreement to pay up to $18 billion in aggregate settlements and make significant changes to Facebook and Instagram marks more than a legal turning point. According to UP, Inc., it marks the arrival of a new market category: Safe Social.

The settlement requires Meta to limit users under 18 to two hours per day across Facebook and Instagram, restrict overnight access, reduce notifications during school hours, strengthen age assurance and parental controls, limit visible “likes” and certain filters, and offer young users a non-algorithmic feed option. Several protections can become stricter if other major platforms adopt comparable terms.

The agreement came during Instagram President Adam Mosseri’s testimony and before Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg was expected to testify. Meta denied wrongdoing.

“This settlement validates what families have said for years: social media should not be designed to keep people scrolling at any cost,” said Nick Rotola, founder and CEO of UP, Inc. “UP began with a more fundamental question: what if safety was not a setting, but the structure of the product?”

Meta has called on TikTok and YouTube to adopt the same framework. UP believes that pressure confirms that safer defaults are becoming an industry expectation, not a discretionary feature.

But UP argues that guardrails added to an engagement-centered platform are not the same as building a platform around safety from the beginning.

UP screens creators and brands before they can publish. Its standards exclude explicit, violent, hateful, substance-promoting, predatory, and manipulative material. UP does not allow unsolicited direct messages or open comments. Its Scroll Happy® system ranks video around how it may leave a viewer feeling, while mood-based feeds provide greater control.

“Meta is being required to add guardrails around an open, engagement-driven network,” Rotola said. “UP vets who can publish, curates what enters the feed, removes unsolicited direct messages, and ranks content for how it leaves a person feeling. That is the difference between safety controls and safety by design.”

The risk extends beyond screen time. A 2025 Thorn study found that one in five teens surveyed had experienced sextortion. TIME has also reported allegations concerning Meta’s former enforcement thresholds and recommendations connecting potentially inappropriate adults with teens. Meta disputed those allegations.

“The press is calling this social media’s tobacco moment. I see it as a millstone moment: a reckoning with what happens when products built to capture attention are allowed to shape children before they are ready to defend themselves,” Rotola said. “The settlement matters. But a safer version of the same incentive system is not enough. Families deserve a real alternative.”

UP calls that alternative Social with Standards.

UP is available as a free download for iPhone and Android. To learn more, visit www.ScrollHappy.com or download UP through the Apple App Store and Google Play.

About UP, Inc.

UP, Inc. is the company behind UP – Scroll Happy®, a social video platform built around vetted creators, curated content, safer interaction, and user well-being. UP gives people an alternative to doomscrolling through Social with Standards.

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