Brossard, Québec - TheNewswire - September 2, 2026 — Windfall Geotek Inc. (CSE: WIN; OTCQB: WINKF) ("Windfall" or the "Company"), a leader in the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning for mineral discovery since 2005, is pleased to announce that BiBa Kaihatsu Development Inc (Japan) and Kamoa Capital (Australia) will be representing Windfall Geotek in Japan and Australia respectively. These relationships have been developed over time and they bring local knowledge, experience in the mining industry as well as provide a hub in 2 important mining markets.

BiBa Kaihatsu Development Inc Ceo Mr Stephane Beaulieu brings more than 30 years of international business development, government relations and investment experience across Canada, Japan and the Middle East. A former Canadian Foreign Service executive, he has extensive experience in investment, energy, natural resources, mining and information technology, with a particular focus on developing cross-border business opportunities.

Throughout his career, Stéphane has worked closely with mining companies, major Japanese trading houses, institutional investors and government organizations, providing him with a strong understanding of Japan’s strategic approach to securing international mineral and natural resource opportunities.

More recently, his activities have focused on the commercialization of advanced AI and data-driven technologies in the Japanese market. This combination of mining, investment, technology and international business experience positions Stéphane to support Windfall Geotek’s expansion in Japan and to introduce the Company’s proven AI/ML mineral exploration technology to Japanese mining companies, trading houses, investors and other organizations seeking access to critical mineral opportunities globally.

 

Kamoa Capital CEO is Mr. Soctt North, he counts over 15 years of experience in the mining and financing industry in Australia, Kamoa Capital provides advisory across five core areas, each grounded in direct sector experience and focused on outcomes that move the needle. Strategy, Investor Relations, Capital markets, Business Development and project Orientation..

   

Management Commentary

Rejean Provost, Vice-President Business Development at Windfall Geotek, commented:

Windfall Geotek has identified Australia and Japan as two strategic markets for the expansion of our AI/ML-driven mineral exploration technology. The signing of representative agreements with experienced local agencies supports our international growth strategy and demonstrates the ability of our technology to be deployed across mining jurisdictions worldwide.

Australia is one of the world’s leading mining jurisdictions, with extensive publicly available geological and geophysical datasets ideally suited to Windfall Geotek’s AI/ML targeting approach. By combining our proven technology with Scott’s extensive network and knowledge of the Australian mining sector, we believe we can accelerate market penetration and generate meaningful commercial opportunities. This process is already underway, with several prospective opportunities and industry introductions identified.

Japan represents a different but equally compelling opportunity. As governments and corporations seek to secure reliable supplies of critical minerals for advanced technologies, electrification and energy storage, Japan’s need to strengthen and diversify its critical-mineral supply chains continues to grow.

We believe the timing is favorable to introduce Windfall Geotek’s technology to Japanese mining, trading and investment organizations seeking exposure to new mineral discoveries globally. Our AI/ML platform can help identify and prioritize high-potential targets while potentially reducing the time, cost and environmental footprint of early-stage exploration.

Together, these agreements support Windfall Geotek’s strategy of expanding internationally through knowledgeable local partners while maintaining a highly scalable business model. Our objective is to convert more than two decades of AI/ML development and successful mineral targeting into a growing pipeline of commercial projects, strategic partnerships and discovery opportunities for Windfall Geotek and its shareholders.

  

About Windfall Geotek – AI-Powered Discovery Since 2005

Windfall Geotek is a global leader in AI-driven mineral exploration, turning complex geoscience data into high-potential discoveries with unmatched speed and accuracy. With a multidisciplinary team of geophysicists, geologists, and AI specialists, Windfall is validating selected AI-generated targets to demonstrate the reliability of its system. Beyond mining, the Company is expanding its expertise into life-saving applications, including landmine and UXO detection.

 

For further information, please contact:

Michel Fontaine 514-994-5843

Chairman, President and CEO of Windfall Geotek

Email: Michel@windfallgeotek.com

Website: www.windfallgeotek.com

 

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