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Hut 8 Appoints New Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, December 12, 2022

TORONTO, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hut 8 Mining Corp. (Nasdaq: HUT) (TSX: HUT), ("Hut 8" or the "Company") one of North America's largest, innovation-focused digital asset mining pioneers and high performance computing infrastructure provider, is pleased to announce the appointment of Shenif Visram, CPA, CMA as the company's Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective immediately. With more than 20 years of financial management experience in the infrastructure and technology businesses, Shenif brings a wealth of leadership expertise working in medium and large public and private companies.

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  • TORONTO, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hut 8 Mining Corp. (Nasdaq:HUT) (TSX:HUT), ("Hut 8" or the "Company")one of North America's largest, innovation-focused digital asset mining pioneers and high performance computing infrastructure provider,is pleased to announce the appointment ofShenif Visram, CPA, CMAas the company's Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective immediately.
  • "With deep financial experience at IBM Canada, Cogeco Peer 1, and Aptum Technologies, Shenif is a senior leader with excellent financial acumen and the skill set we need to lead us through the next crucial growth period at Hut 8," saidJaime Leverton, Chief Executive Officer of Hut 8.
  • Hut 8 was the first Canadian digital asset miner to list on the Nasdaq Global Select Market.
  • CONTACT: Hut 8 Investor Relations,Sue Ennis, [email protected] ;Hut 8 Media Relations, Erin Dermer, [email protected]

Hut 8 Appoints New Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, December 12, 2022

TORONTO, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -Hut 8 Mining Corp. (Nasdaq:HUT) (TSX:HUT), ("Hut 8" or the "Company")one of North America's largest, innovation-focused digital asset mining pioneers and high performance computing infrastructure provider,is pleased to announce the appointment ofShenif Visram, CPA, CMAas the company's Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective immediately.

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  • TORONTO, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -Hut 8 Mining Corp. (Nasdaq:HUT) (TSX:HUT), ("Hut 8" or the "Company")one of North America's largest, innovation-focused digital asset mining pioneers and high performance computing infrastructure provider,is pleased to announce the appointment ofShenif Visram, CPA, CMAas the company's Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective immediately.
  • "With deep financial experience at IBM Canada, Cogeco Peer 1, and Aptum Technologies, Shenif is a senior leader with excellent financial acumen and the skill set we need to lead us through the next crucial growth period at Hut 8," saidJaime Leverton, Chief Executive Officer of Hut 8.
  • Shenif began his finance career with IBM Canada, quickly progressing to take on CFO roles within key business units including Global Business Services, Global Technology Services, and leading as Chief Operating Officer in Global Business Services.
  • Hut 8 was the first Canadian digital asset miner to list on the Nasdaq Global Select Market.

Surface Mining Global Market Report 2022 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, October 7, 2022

The "Surface Mining Global Market Report 2022" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Surface Mining Global Market Report 2022" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The most common surface mining methods are open-pit mining, drift mining, slope mining, contour mining, and auger mining.
  • The main types of surface mining are strip mining, open pit mining, and terrace mining.
  • The surface mining market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides surface mining market statistics, including surface mining industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a surface mining market share, detailed surface mining market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the surface mining industry.

De Havilland Canada Announces Site of New Alberta Aircraft Manufacturing Facility

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

CALGARY, AB, Sept. 21, 2022 /CNW/ - De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited has announced that the site of its new aircraft manufacturing facility will be in Wheatland County, Alberta, approximately 30 minutes east of Calgary.

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  • CALGARY, AB, Sept. 21, 2022 /CNW/ - De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited has announced that the site of its new aircraft manufacturing facility will be in Wheatland County, Alberta, approximately 30 minutes east of Calgary.
  • This new facility will be called De Havilland Field and will consist of a new, state-of-the-art aircraft assembly facility, runway, parts manufacturing and distribution centres and maintenance repair and overhaul centre.
  • "This is a huge announcement for the Alberta economy, a game-changing investment for Alberta manufacturing and our burgeoning aviation sector.
  • We expect that the De Havilland Canada Head Office will be located at De Havilland Field.

WorkFusion Appoints New Board Members and Strategic C-Suite Leaders

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

Marco Iansiti joined Harvard Business School (HBS) in 1989 and taught extensively in the schools MBA, Executive Education, and doctoral programs.

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  • Marco Iansiti joined Harvard Business School (HBS) in 1989 and taught extensively in the schools MBA, Executive Education, and doctoral programs.
  • Dave Revell is an experienced Board Director and Senior Executive with thirty-five years of experience in the financial services, telecommunications, and information technology sectors.
  • Dave is currently Chairman of the Board for Zafin, and a Board Director at Gore Mutual Insurance, Haventree Bank, Brane Capital, and Intellect Global Transaction Banking.
  • WorkFusion is a leading provider of Intelligent Automation solutions for Fortune 500 enterprises, banks, insurance, and financial services companies.

IBM launches Innovation Centre growing Alberta’s global tech sector

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022

CALGARY, Alberta, June 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Albertas tech sector continues to grow as IBM Canada launches a new Client Innovation Centre (CIC) in Alberta to support the innovative needs of its global business, with plans to create 250 tech jobs over five years.

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, June 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Albertas tech sector continues to grow as IBM Canada launches a new Client Innovation Centre (CIC) in Alberta to support the innovative needs of its global business, with plans to create 250 tech jobs over five years.
  • The IBM Centre will focus on sustainability and deliver consulting services and frontier technologies like 5G, artificial intelligence, hybrid cloud, and blockchain, building on Albertas reputation as a fast-growing global destination for tech investment.
  • We have worked closely with IBM over the past year to make this investment possible, and are thrilled to see this happen, adding even more momentum to Albertas rapidly growing tech sector.
  • The new IBM Client Innovation Centre will play an important role in contributing to Albertas economic growth through job creation and the engagement of local expertise.

FEI Canada Welcomes, "Peering Over the Horizon" Annual Conference - May 31 - June 2, 2022

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Tuesday, May 31, 2022

BANFF, AB, May 31, 2022 /CNW/ - From May 31st to June 2nd, Canada's senior financial leaders will gather in Banff Springs, Alberta, for the 2022 Financial Executives International Canada (FEI Canada) Annual Conference, presented by sponsor, Workday Deloitte.

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  • BANFF, AB, May 31, 2022 /CNW/ - From May 31st to June 2nd, Canada's senior financial leaders will gather in Banff Springs, Alberta, for the 2022 Financial Executives International Canada (FEI Canada) Annual Conference, presented by sponsor, Workday Deloitte.
  • "This conference is our first in-person since 2019 and a fantastic way to engage our members in a live networking and educational experience," Georgina Blanas, Executive Director, FEI Canada.
  • Financial Executives International Canada (FEI Canada) is the leading voice and informed choice for senior financial executives across the country.
  • With 12 chapters and 1,500 members, FEI Canada provides professional development, networking opportunities, thought leadership and advocacy services to its members.

GenomOncology Bolsters Board of Directors with CEO of 1Password

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Monday, April 4, 2022

CLEVELAND, April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GenomOncology , a leading precision oncology software development company, today announced the appointment of Jeff Shiner, Chief Executive Officer at 1Password , to its Board of Directors.

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  • CLEVELAND, April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GenomOncology , a leading precision oncology software development company, today announced the appointment of Jeff Shiner, Chief Executive Officer at 1Password , to its Board of Directors.
  • "We are thrilled that Jeff is joining the GenomOncology Board of Directors.
  • Jeff has been very involved with GenomOncology for some time and I expect this appointment to increase his involvement and impact moving forward."
  • GenomOncology strengthens your precision oncology program by transforming valuable, but unusable data, into actionable oncology treatment options and strategic insights.

Dave McCann joins Lime Connect Canada Board of Directors

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Wednesday, March 16, 2022

NEW YORK, March 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Lime Connect (Lime) is pleased to announce that IBM Canada President Dave McCann has joined the not-for-profit organization as a member of its Canada board of directors.

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  • NEW YORK, March 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Lime Connect (Lime) is pleased to announce that IBM Canada President Dave McCann has joined the not-for-profit organization as a member of its Canada board of directors.
  • In addition to his role of president, Dave is the managing partner of IBM's consulting business in Canada.
  • Devorah Lithwick, SVP & Chief Brand Officer of Bell and president of Lime Connect Canada's board of directors, says, "Dave is an outstanding business leader, and Lime has respected his results-oriented drive and focus on community building.
  • McCann, speaking of his role with Lime Connect, states, "I am proud to support Lime Connect Canada in their mission to break stereotypes and lead organizations in welcoming employees with disabilities to the workplace.

IBM Watson-Powered AI Virtual Assistant Helps Visitors on the TD Precious Metals Digital Store

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Wednesday, February 9, 2022

MARKHAM, ON, Feb. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Investors looking to diversify their portfolios and coin collectors looking to add a new treasure to their collection are familiar with the benefits and value that precious metals can offer. To help make the purchasing process easier, IBM (NYSE: IBM) worked with TD Securities to launch an AI-based virtual assistant powered by IBM Watson Assistant that can help customers with inquiries on the TD Precious Metals digital store, including frequently asked questions.

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  • To help make the purchasing process easier, IBM (NYSE: IBM ) worked with TD Securities to launch an AI-based virtual assistant powered by IBM Watson Assistant that can help customers with inquiries on the TD Precious Metals digital store , including frequently asked questions.
  • The TD Precious Metals digital store allows customers to buy physical gold, silver and platinum bullion and coins online from the comfort of their home.
  • The new virtual assistant, now available as a feature on the TD Precious Metals digital store, provides customers with a convenient self-service option, available 24/7, for frequently asked questions about TD Precious Metals.
  • "We are working with TD Securities to enrich overall customer experience with the power of innovative technology like conversational AI through the IBM Watson-powered AI virtual assistant."