Alkaline Water (OTC: WTER) adds Bitcoin Group as strategic advisor

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

The Alkaline Water Company, Inc. announced that it has entered into a strategic advisory agreement with The Bitcoin Group, described as a recognized leader in blockchain infrastructure and digital asset management. The move links the beverage company with an experienced partner in the digital asset space, suggesting a focus on blockchain-related strategy or capabilities. Further details are referenced in a press release dated December 9, 2025, filed as Exhibit 99.1.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 8.01, 9.01

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Item 8.01 Other Events Other

Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
___________________________

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 9, 2025

THE ALKALINE WATER Co INC
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Nevada	001-38754	99-0367049
(State or other jurisdiction	(Commission	(IRS Employer
of incorporation)	File Number)	Identification No.)

5524 N 51st Ave.,
Glendale, Arizona, United States 85301
(Address of principal executive offices) (ZIP Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (480) 656-2423

Not Applicable
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: None

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b -2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☒

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 8.01 Other Events.

The Alkaline Water Company, Inc. (OTC: WTER -- hereinafter referred to as the "Company"), today announced it has entered into a strategic advisory agreement with The Bitcoin Group, a recognized leader in blockchain infrastructure and digital asset management. Please see Exhibit 99.1 attached.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

99.1		Press Release dated December 9, 2025.
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

THE ALKALINE WATER COMPANY INC.

/s/ David Guarino

David Guarino

President/Chief Financial Officer

December 9, 2025

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FAQ

What did The Alkaline Water Company (WTER) announce in this 8-K?

The company announced that it entered into a strategic advisory agreement with The Bitcoin Group, a leader in blockchain infrastructure and digital asset management.

Who is The Bitcoin Group in the Alkaline Water (WTER) announcement?

The Bitcoin Group is described as a recognized leader in blockchain infrastructure and digital asset management and will act as a strategic advisor to The Alkaline Water Company.

What is the purpose of the new strategic advisory agreement for WTER?

The agreement establishes a strategic advisory relationship between The Alkaline Water Company and The Bitcoin Group, connecting the company with expertise in blockchain and digital assets.

Where can investors find more details about the WTER and Bitcoin Group agreement?

Additional information is provided in a press release dated December 9, 2025, which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to the report.

Does this 8-K for Alkaline Water (WTER) include financial statements?

This report lists Exhibit 99.1 (a press release) and Exhibit 104 (the cover page interactive data file); it does not present separate financial statements in the excerpt.

What stock market symbol is used for The Alkaline Water Company?

The Alkaline Water Company is identified with the symbol OTC: WTER in the announcement of the strategic advisory agreement.