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, including Exhibit 99.1, shall be considered “furnished” but not “filed” for purposes of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Item 7.01 Regulation

and shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of

Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits. Exhibit No. Title 99.1 Press Release dated January 29, 2026. 99.2 Investor Presentation used by the Company for