Rover Appoints Gunnar Pedersen as Director

Rover Critical Minerals Corp. (TSXV:ROVR)(OTCQB:ROVMF)(FSE:4XO) (“ Rover ” or the “ Company “) is pleased to announce the appointment of Gunnar Pedersen to the Company’s Board of Directors. Salim Tharani has tendered his resignation as Director to accommodate the appointment of Mr. Pedersen. The Board of Directors of the Company wish to thank Mr. Tharani for his services. Mr. Tharani will be retained as a consultant to the Company on an as-needed basis.

Gunnar Pedersen, Director

Mr. Pedersen holds a Graduate degree in Financial Economics from the Norwegian School of Economics and is a CFA charter holder. He has absolute return investing and portfolio management experience since 1996, specializing in thematic global macro investing, fixed income and FX. His more recent research interests include socially responsible investments, the battery materials value chain, and renewable / traditional energy. During his career, Mr. Pedersen has co-founded and founded two absolute return focused investment funds. Currently he is self employed at his firm Asymmetric Asset Management, where he focuses on portfolio management and thematic investing, consultancy engagements and directorships. Pursuant to Mr. Pedersen’s appointment as Director, he has been granted 500,000 incentive stock options from Rover’s rolling 10% stock option plan. The stock options have an exercise price of $0.05 and a useful life of four years.

Judson Culter, CEO at Rover, states “Appointing Gunnar to our Board of Directors is part of our one-two punch strategy of bolstering our ranks. Gunnar joins Paddy Moylan as a new incoming Director. Both Gunnar and Paddy manage family offices that are focussed on critical minerals resource investing.”

Paddy Moylan, Rover’s President comments “Gunnar’s appointment continues our laser like focus on critical minerals. The team are working really hard. I look forward to positive news flow hitting the market. Gunnar will be a great help with his fund involvement and connections. Stay tuned!”

About Rover Critical Minerals

Rover is a publicly traded junior mining company that trades on the TSXV under symbol ROVR, on the OTCQB under symbol ROVMF, and on the FSE under symbol 4XO. The Company has a diverse portfolio of mining resource development projects with varying exploration timelines. Its critical mineral projects include lithium, zinc, and copper. Its precious metals projects include gold and silver. The Company is exclusive to the mining jurisdictions of the U.S. and Canada.

You can follow Rover on its social media channels:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/rovermetals
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rover-critical-minerals/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true
for daily company updates and industry news, and
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJsHsfag1GFyp4aLW5Ye-YQ?view_as=subscriber
for corporate videos.
Website: https://www.rovercriticalminerals.com/

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
“Judson Culter”
Chief Executive Officer and Director
For further information, please contact:
Email: info@rovermetals.com
Phone: +1 (778) 754-2617

Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information

This news release contains statements that constitute “forward-looking statements.” Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause Rover’s actual results, performance, achievements, or developments in the industry to differ materially from the anticipated results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and are generally, but not always, identified by the words “expects,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “believes,” “intends,” “estimates,” “projects,” “potential” and similar expressions, or that events or conditions “will,” “would,” “may,” “could” or “should” occur. There can be no assurance that such statements prove to be accurate. Actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements, and readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Any factor could cause actual results to differ materially from Rover’s expectations. Rover undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements in the event that management’s beliefs, estimates, opinions, or other factors, should change.

THE FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS NEWS RELEASE REPRESENTS THE EXPECTATIONS OF THE COMPANY AS OF THE DATE OF THIS NEWS RELEASE AND, ACCORDINGLY, IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AFTER SUCH DATE. READERS SHOULD NOT PLACE UNDUE IMPORTANCE ON FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION AND SHOULD NOT RELY UPON THIS INFORMATION AS OF ANY OTHER DATE. WHILE THE COMPANY MAY ELECT TO, IT DOES NOT UNDERTAKE TO UPDATE THIS INFORMATION AT ANY PARTICULAR TIME EXCEPT AS REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAWS.

NEITHER THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OF THIS RELEASE.

SOURCE: Rover Critical Minerals Corp.


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Evenness Appoints Bhuva Shakti as Co-founder, Director, and Fractional Chief Product and Sustainability Officer

 Evenness is dedicated to shaping the collaborative and inclusive landscape of tomorrow through low-code/no-code accessible and sustainable design of web interfaces and interactive experiences. The company’s impact strategy focuses on minimizing the web accessibility divide by developing innovative products and solutions that are environmentally friendly and tailored to the unique health profiles of internet users for learning, creating, and connecting. By utilizing Generative AI and Dynamic Data, and prioritizing Net Zero architecture, Evenness supports its Web2 and Web3 clients in analyzing, improving, and monitoring user experience and engagement, while becoming fully adherent to Web Accessibility standards and mitigating litigation risks.

“With sustainable architecture and design among the foundational pillars for web accessibility, Bhuva Shakti’s appointment reflects the increasing importance of the chief product and sustainability officer’s role in achieving net-zero outcomes and driving growth,” -Eve Logunova-Parker, Founder and CEO at Evenness.

With a remarkable 25-year tenure on Wall Street, an MBA from Columbia University, and two graduate diplomas in Computer Science and Software Engineering, Bhuva Shakti has steered large-scale client transformation programs and spearheaded the launch of numerous technology products in the investment banking, capital markets risk, and regulatory compliance sectors. She will assume responsibility for Evenness’ product strategy and sustainable practices, aligned with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance, and the net-zero commitment. Prior to her new appointment, Bhuva Shakti has been involved with Evenness since its inception, initially as an early-stage investor and Advisor.

In addition to her new role at Evenness, Bhuva Shakti serves as a Startups Advisor and Impact Investor at the World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF), a G20 collaboration for science, technology, and innovation that empowers global economies and expands financial inclusion. She also serves as the Chief Ethics & Culture Officer and global management board director at Women in AI, a non-profit community of leaders in artificial intelligence and data science aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Bhuva Shakti’s appointment as a Co-founder, member of the Board of Directors, and fractional Chief Product and Sustainability Officer marks a significant milestone in Evenness’s journey. Her expertise and leadership are set to propel Evenness forward in its mission of shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future.

For media inquiries or further information, please contact:

Paula Bruno
hey [at] evenness [dot] rocks
+1.424.466.0029

About Evenness:

Evenness pioneers web accessible cross-platform design for websites, web apps, and immersive experiences. Founded in the Netherlands in 2020, and scaled to the US in 2022, it provides its clients AI-powered infrastructure for accessible and sustainable low-code/no-code design and cross-platform web accessibility compliance, including AR/VR, Spatial Computing, and Gaming.

Evenness’ mission is to shape the collaborative landscape of tomorrow through accessible design and sustainable innovation for learning, creating, and connecting. Our business strategy aims at driving sustainable and responsible growth for our clients, their consumers, and ourselves, while contributing to a fairer and more socially inclusive digital world.

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Hong Kong – Government appoints directors to HKEX Board

Government appoints directors to HKEX Board

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     The Government announced today (February 16) that the Financial Secretary has appointed Mr Chan Kin-por and Mr Peter Yan King-shun as members of the Board of Directors of the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) in place of Mrs Laura Cha May-lung and Mr Benjamin Hung Pi-cheng; and re-appointed Mrs Susan Chow Woo Mo-fong as a member of the Board of Directors of the HKEX. The terms of the appointments and re-appointment are around two years, from the conclusion of the 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the HKEX until the conclusion of the 2026 AGM. 

     The Government expressed gratitude to Mrs Cha and Mr Hung for their contributions during their tenure of service.

     The Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, said, “During her chairmanship of the HKEX, with the support of the Government, Mrs Cha has proactively enhanced the HKEX’s fundraising capabilities, including launching new listing regimes for innovative and specialised technology companies as well as special purpose acquisition companies, facilitating overseas companies and “China concept stocks” to list in Hong Kong, deepening and expanding the mutual market access with the Mainland financial markets, improving the trading mechanism for Hong Kong Dollar-Renminbi dual-currency securities products, etc. She has made remarkable accomplishments and achieved outstanding results for the development of Hong Kong’s securities market and as an international financial centre. I would also like to express my sincere appreciation to Mr Hung for his dedicated service and valuable contributions during the last six years.”

     Mr Chan added, “For the three appointees, they are all familiar with the financial market, and are leaders in their respective professional fields. They also have vast experience in public services. I look forward to their collaborative efforts with other Board members to assist the HKEX in developing an increasingly diversified market development strategy, providing enhanced services to corporations on fundraising, accelerating the adoption of more innovative technological applications, and further strengthening its risk management framework. I am confident that the Board of Directors of the HKEX will continue to promote the development of Hong Kong into a more vibrant, upscale, broader and deeper international fundraising platform.”

     The above appointments are made in accordance with section 77 of the Securities and Futures Ordinance. The Board of Directors of the HKEX comprises a maximum of six directors appointed by the Financial Secretary, a maximum of six directors elected by shareholders, and the Chief Executive of the HKEX. The other incumbent directors appointed by the Financial Secretary are Ms Nisa Leung Wing-yu, Mr Carlson Tong Ka-shing and Mr Joseph Yam Chi-kwong.

Rover Appoints New President and Director

Rover Critical Minerals Corp. (TSXV:ROVR)(OTCQB:ROVMF)(FSE:4XO) (“Rover” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce the appointment of a new President and Director to the Company. Further to its release of July 10, 2023, Mr. Paddy J. Moylan has been promoted from Business Development Advisor, to both Director and President of the Company.

Judson Culter, CEO at Rover Metals, states “In 2023 we saw the expansion of Rover Metals into Australia as part of our strategic growth plans with the appointment of Mr. Paddy J. Moylan as our Business Development Advisor (Australasia). Now in 2024, I am thrilled to announce that Mr. Moylan has accepted the role as President and Director at Rover. Australians are world leaders in the mining of lithium and other critical minerals. The appointment of Mr. Moylan confirms that Rover intends to be a Lithium and Critical Minerals producer.”

Paddy Moylan, President, Director

Paddy Moylan holds combined Bachelor of Commerce and Law degrees and a graduate diploma in legal practice. He has been a lawyer for over 20 years. He is a significant investor in battery metals in Australia and internationally. Mr. Moylan has developed a large network in the battery metals space as an early investor in lithium. He has successfully advised companies on project acquisition, development, divestment and corporate advisory.

Mr. Moylan says “I have been impressed with the board and Judson’s leadership over the last seven months. The market has not been positive, but we have a developing project that we are working hard on. I am excited by this opportunity, and I look forward to working hard to grow the company’s value proposition to investors and partners. I will also be focused on the value-add to the Company in terms of our project line-up and investor base. Battery Metals and Critical Minerals are the future of the mining industry. Whilst we are at the lower end of the cycle, it is the time to ensure Rover is set for success and I will have a laser like focus on doing just that. I look forward to meeting with and talking to investors as we develop Rover as a leading critical minerals company.”

The appointment of Mr. Moylan as President and Director of the Company is subject to final approval by the Toronto Venture Exchange (the “TSXV”). An updating release will be provided once the TSXV provides their acceptance.

About Rover Metals

Rover is a publicly traded junior mining company that trades on the TSXV under symbol ROVR, on the OTCQB under symbol ROVMF, and on the FSE under symbol 4XO. The Company has a diverse portfolio of mining resource development projects with varying exploration timelines. Its critical mineral projects include lithium, zinc, and copper. Its precious metals projects include gold and silver. The Company is exclusive to the mining jurisdictions of the U.S. and Canada.

You can follow Rover on its social media channels:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/rovermetals
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rover-metals/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RoverMetals/

for daily company updates and industry news, and
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJsHsfag1GFyp4aLW5Ye-YQ?view_as=subscriber

for corporate videos.
Website: https://www.rovermetals.com/

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
“Judson Culter”
Chief Executive Officer and Director

For further information, please contact:
Email: info@rovermetals.com
Phone: +1 (778) 754-2617

Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information

This news release contains statements that constitute “forward-looking statements.” Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause Rover’s actual results, performance, achievements, or developments in the industry to differ materially from the anticipated results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and are generally, but not always, identified by the words “expects,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “believes,” “intends,” “estimates,” “projects,” “potential” and similar expressions, or that events or conditions “will,” “would,” “may,” “could” or “should” occur. There can be no assurance that such statements prove to be accurate. Actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements, and readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Any factor could cause actual results to differ materially from Rover’s expectations. Rover undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements in the event that management’s beliefs, estimates, opinions, or other factors, should change.

THE FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS NEWS RELEASE REPRESENTS THE EXPECTATIONS OF THE COMPANY AS OF THE DATE OF THIS NEWS RELEASE AND, ACCORDINGLY, IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AFTER SUCH DATE. READERS SHOULD NOT PLACE UNDUE IMPORTANCE ON FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION AND SHOULD NOT RELY UPON THIS INFORMATION AS OF ANY OTHER DATE. WHILE THE COMPANY MAY ELECT TO, IT DOES NOT UNDERTAKE TO UPDATE THIS INFORMATION AT ANY PARTICULAR TIME EXCEPT AS REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAWS.

NEITHER THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OF THIS RELEASE.

SOURCE: Rover Critical Minerals Corp.


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Hong Kong – CMC appoints Root Cause Analysis Panel to conduct thorough investigation on one sentinel event

CMC appoints Root Cause Analysis Panel to conduct thorough investigation on one sentinel event

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The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

     The spokesperson for Caritas Medical Centre (CMC) made the following announcement today (December 6):
      
     CMC has appointed the Root Cause Analysis Panel to conduct thorough investigation on the sentinel event announced on November 29. The panel members are as follows:
      
Chairperson:
 
Dr Raymond Cheung Wai-man
Service Director (Quality & Safety), Kowloon West Cluster, Hospital Authority
 
Members:
 
Dr Rita So Ching-yee
Chief of Service, Department of Anaesthesia, Princess Margaret Hospital/ North Lantau Hospital/ Yan Chai Hospital
 
Ms Mak Wai-ling
Department Operations Manager, Intensive Care Unit, Princess Margaret Hospital/ Yan Chai Hospital
 
Dr George Ng Wing-yiu
Chief of Service, Intensive Care Unit, Queen Elizabeth Hospital
 
Mr William Chan Yuk-wing
Nurse Consultant (Emergency Care), Department of Accident and Emergency, New Territories West Cluster, Hospital Authority
 
Mr Chan Man-nok
Chief Nursing Officer, Nursing Services Department, Hospital Authority Head Office
 
Dr Nicole Chau Suet-ming
Senior Manager (Patient Safety & Risk Management), Quality & Safety Division, Hospital Authority Head Office
 
     The panel will complete the investigation and recommend improvement measures within eight weeks. The report will be submitted to the Hospital Authority Head Office.