SOL Global Appoints Davide Marcotti as Chief Executive Officer

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - June 3, 2025) - SOL Global Investments Corp. (CSE: SOL) (FSE: 9SB) ("SOL Global" or the "Company"), one of the first publicly traded companies focused on institutional Solana investments, today announced the appointment of Davide Marcotti as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Marcotti replaces interim CEO Paul Kania, who will resume his role as Chief Financial Officer.

Mr. Marcotti, former CEO of Swyke, an institutional-grade crypto infrastructure business securing over $300 million in assets under staking, brings over a decade of global experience in strategy, digital transformation, and high-impact leadership. His background spans capital markets, Web3 infrastructure, and AI-enabled platforms, making him uniquely positioned to lead SOL Global into its next phase of growth and deepen its exposure to decentralized technologies and next-generation digital assets.

"Davide's appointment marks a transformative step for SOL Global," said Paul Kania, CFO of SOL Global. "His deep understanding of digital asset ecosystems aligns perfectly with our focus on early-stage, scalable, decentralized opportunities in the blockchain and AI x Crypto investment sectors."

"I am excited to join SOL Global and build upon the Company's investment foundation in cryptocurrencies, tokens, and blockchain-based projects," said Davide Marcotti. "SOL and I share a common vision: unlocking value through innovation, decentralization, and the strategic deployment of capital. I look forward to bridging our collective strengths to drive long-term value for shareholders."

About SOL Global Investments Corp.

SOL Global is pioneering institutional investment in the Solana ecosystem. As one of the first publicly traded companies globally focused on Solana investment, SOL Global aims to provide unprecedented public exposure to the Solana blockchain through token acquisition, staking for yield generation, and investments in early-stage ventures being built on Solana.

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