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California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a measure that halts a recent cannabis tax increase, giving the state’s cannabis industry a temporary break.

Micropolis (NYSE American: MCRP) is a robotics and AI technology company pioneering the development of unmanned ground vehicles (“UGVs”), autonomous mobility platforms, and smart infrastructure for security, industrial, and urban applications. The company is “a first-mover in AI-powered autonomous mobility within the Gulf Cooperation Council (‘GCC’), backed by longstanding relationships with major public-sector stakeholders like Dubai Police,” reads a recent article. “Its core technology is centered on modularity and adaptability, enabling Micropolis to deploy scalable robotics solutions across a wide range of industries and environments… The company’s mission is rooted in a vision of harmonious human-machine collaboration, where intelligent automation drives sustainable progress. Through a growing portfolio of partnerships with public and private sector clients, including defense agencies, municipalities, and industrial operators, Micropolis aims to transform how the world approaches mobility, surveillance, and operational efficiency. These solutions are engineered not just to automate tasks, but to meaningfully enhance safety, sustainability, and strategic readiness in high-impact environments.”

Trilogy Metals (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ) was featured in a recent article that discusses the company’s advancement of critical minerals in Alaska’s Ambler Mining District. The publication reads, “Global demand for critical minerals is rising sharply as electrification, renewable energy, and emerging technologies accelerate. Copper has become central to this transition, with demand projected to outpace supply for decades. Many producing mines are seeing grades decline, while new projects often face long development timelines. As a result, high-grade resources in stable jurisdictions have become increasingly valuable for securing future supply chains… Against this backdrop, Trilogy Metals is positioned as a key North American developer. The company, through its 50/50 joint venture with South32, controls the Upper Kobuk Mineral Projects (‘UKMP’) in Alaska’s Ambler Mining District, considered one of the richest undeveloped copper-dominant regions globally.”

Nicola Mining (TSX.V: NIM) (OTCQB: HUSIF), a junior exploration and custom milling company, is poised for opportunity as copper emerges as the “gold standard” for strategic investments. A recent article discussing this reads, “With its growing project portfolio in British Columbia and a renewed focus on copper alongside precious metals, Nicola Mining brings both mission and method to a sector defined by urgency and opportunity… Copper’s rise from industrial workhorse to investment favorite is driven by its critical role in the global clean-energy and infrastructure transition. According to the International Energy Agency, global power grid investment is expected to exceed $400 billion in 2025, building on a record $390 billion spent in 2024… The combination of copper’s ascendancy as a strategic asset, clear demand pressures and evolving supply dynamics means that juniors with promising copper acreage and scalable infrastructure stand to benefit significantly. Nicola already brings a custom mill into play, plus staking in high-potential terrain.”

HeartBeam (NASDAQ: BEAT) is positioned amid limitations of traditional 12-lead electrocardiogram (“ECG”) systems, often including cumbersome setups and restricted accessibility. The company “is addressing these challenges by developing the HeartBeam System, the first cable-free, high-fidelity ECG system that captures the heart’s electrical signals from three distinct directions and synthesizes the signals into a 12-lead ECG, enabling comprehensive arrhythmia assessment outside clinical settings. This innovative approach aims to revolutionize cardiac care by providing patients with the ability to monitor their heart health conveniently and accurately,” reads a recent article. “The HeartBeam System’s design emphasizes user friendliness and portability. The device is the size of a credit card, making it easy for patients to use at home or on the go. Patients can capture their ECG by placing the device on their chest for 30 seconds, after which the data is transmitted securely to an on-call cardiologist for review. This streamlined process enables timely interventions when necessary.”

Fairchild Gold (TSX-V: FAIR) announced the discovery of numerous high-grade copper values, including assays up to 34% Cu with associated anomalous molybdenum, at its Nevada Titan Project in the historic Goodsprings Mining District. Recent fieldwork has also outlined a 1.5-kilometer copper corridor and identified a hydrothermal breccia pipe consistent with porphyry-related systems, reinforcing the project’s large-scale mineral potential.

In medical imaging, technology often races ahead of regulation. A recent proposal from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) underscores this tension: the agency is opting not to mandate radiation dose tracking for CT scans by 2027. While the decision reflects operational challenges hospitals face in meeting such requirements, it also highlights a growing consensus: patients, providers, and regulators all want sharper images with lower radiation exposure.

Silvercorp Metals (NYSE American/TSX: SVM), a Canadian mining company producing silver, gold, lead, and zinc, has filed a base shelf prospectus with Canadian regulators and a corresponding registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The filings, effective for 25 months, qualify Silvercorp to raise up to US$400 million in securities, with flexibility depending upon market conditions ( https://ibn.fm/gPj6p ).

PowerBank (NASDAQ: SUUN) (Cboe CA: SUNN) (FSE: 103), a premier developer and owner of renewable and clean energy projects, specializing in distributed and community solar initiatives throughout Canada and the U.S., announced it is progressing with three community solar projects in Nova Scotia. The developments, located in Sydney, Brooklyn, and West Petpeswick, are expected to move into construction by spring 2026, once interconnection results are finalized and financing secured ( https://ibn.fm/KEBUi ).

ONAR (OTCQB: ONAR), a fast-growing marketing technology company and global network of performance-driven agencies, announced the appointment of JUICE Co-Founder Troy Osinoff as Chief Growth Officer following its recent JUICE acquisition via subsidiary Storia. Osinoff, who scaled JUICE to #105 on the Inc. 5000 and previously led customer acquisition at BuzzFeed, will drive ONAR’s platform-wide growth strategy by expanding enterprise client acquisition, deepening partnerships, advancing new technology, and leveraging JUICE’s roster of brands—including L’Oréal, Barstool Sports, Paris Hilton, Ramp, CBDistillery, and Diesel—while strengthening channel relationships with Meta, Google, TikTok, Shopify, and Klaviyo.

At the start of this week, the price of gold surged to a new high driven by increasing expectations of further reductions in U.S. rates of interest and growing geopolitical tensions. Gold futures hit $3,787.80 an ounce while the metal’s spot price increased to $3,750.45 a troy ounce.

An electric hypercar developed in China recently became the fastest production vehicle in the world when it nearly hit 500 km/h in speed tests at a German facility. Built by the luxury sub-brand of Chinese EV giant BYD, Yangwang, the Yangwang U9 Xtreme shattered previous production vehicle speed records for both electric and gas-powered cars, reaching a staggering 496.22 km/h at the ATP Automotive Testing Papenburg track on 14 September.

Groundbreaking research presented at the ECTRIMS 2025 conference held in Barcelona, Spain provides new insights into the ways in which menopause impacts the health implications and clinical manifestations in women who have multiple sclerosis. This study shows that changes in hormones influence the initial symptoms experienced by women with MS and also play a role in the comorbidities suffered by the affected individuals.

AI has become part of everyday life, showing up in everything from digital assistants like Siri and Alexa to online ads and chatbots. The same is true in the job market, where AI now plays a major role in how people apply for work and how companies select candidates.

GlobalTech (OTC: GLTK), a U.S.-headquartered technology holding company specializing in AI, big data, and emerging technologies, announced the appointment of Frank R. Parrish, III as president. Parrish brings more than 25 years of assurance and advisory experience across industries including telecom, biotech, pharma, oil & gas, construction, manufacturing, and software, with expertise in SEC reporting, IPOs, compliance, and risk management. A CPA and Certified Internal Auditor with multiple additional certifications, he previously held senior leadership roles at Big Four and regional accounting firms and holds degrees from the University of Texas at San Antonio and Wayland Baptist University. CEO Dan Green said Parrish’s appointment strengthens GlobalTech’s U.S. management presence and will support the company’s continued market evolution.

Following StubHub’s recent IPO valuation, SEGG Media highlights its recent acquisitions in the booming live entertainment and ticketing industries

IBN (InvestorBrandNetwork), has unveiled IgnitionX , a precision-driven marketing solution designed to help publicly traded companies responsibly harness big data and accelerate fair market valuation. By integrating programmatic advertising platforms with advanced analytics, IgnitionX ensures content is delivered to the right investors across Google, Meta, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, Reddit and more.

The assets held by gold exploration and development company LaFleur Minerals (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) amount to a way for investors to get into the gold market even if they aren’t eager to buy into precious metals commodities during the current record price trend.

Global investments in green energy are up by 10% despite the Trump administration’s considerable efforts to roll back American clean energy. Since his election, President Donald Trump has rescinded dozens of renewable energy policies set by the previous administration, denying America’s fledgling clean energy industry the policy and financial support it needs to grow.

The global population of cryptocurrency millionaires has soared to a record 241,700 in 2025, according to the latest Crypto Wealth Report released by Henley & Partners, using exclusive data provided by New World Wealth.

Chinese electric vehicle maker XPeng is preparing to expand into South Korea, adding new pressure on local carmakers and increasing competition from China’s growing EV industry. The company recently formalized its business in Korea using the name XPeng Motors Korea and set up offices in Sinjeong-dong, Seoul. This move follows the path of other Chinese brands such as BYD and Zeekr, which have already entered the market.

ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) announced construction at its Montauban Gold-Silver Project in Quebec remains on track, with building completion expected by mid-Q4 2025. The Company said it is fully funded to complete Montauban and advance preparatory work in Colombia, with upcoming catalysts including concentrate test results from both projects and systematic exploration planning at Montauban, where technical work has identified large continuous geological structures extending to 1,200 meters. CEO Gordon Robb said ESGold is positioned to generate near-term cash flow while pursuing long-term growth opportunities across its portfolio.

Three businesses tied to the creation and sale of a marijuana-based sleep aid are shutting down their operations in Colorado after reaching a settlement and financial penalty that ends a lawsuit brought by the state.

Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ: LTRN), a Dallas-based clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company leveraging its RADR AI platform to transform oncology drug development, was highlighted in a Dallas Innovates article covering the 2025 BioNTX iC3 Summit, where biotech leaders declared the traditional model “broken.” CEO Panna Sharma, serving as moderator and panelist, was quoted in the piece: “The process of actually making drugs is still largely manual. We have the technology to change that, but the industry hasn’t adopted it fast enough.”

The gold development sector continues to walk a fine line between exploration success and financial strength. Investors look for companies that can expand resources while maintaining the capital to move projects toward production. Nevada, with its mining-friendly jurisdiction and extensive infrastructure, remains a prime location for this balancing act. Lahontan Gold (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) is currently exemplifying this dynamic through positive drill results at its Santa Fe Mine project and a concurrent warrant acceleration that bolsters its balance sheet.

Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FORD) chairman Kyle Samani, co-founder and managing partner of Multicoin Capital, joined CNBC’s Squawk Box to outline the Company’s Solana treasury strategy and broader crypto outlook. Samani detailed plans to leverage Solana’s native yield and DeFi ecosystem, following a $1.65 billion PIPE financing co-sponsored by Multicoin, Jump Crypto, and Galaxy. He also highlighted Forward’s initiative with partner Superstate to tokenize its equity on the Solana blockchain, enabling investors worldwide to hold Forward shares directly in Solana wallets, positioning the Company for long-term growth as a leading public crypto enterprise.

ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) announced its inclusion in a NetworkNewsWire editorial titled “The Dollar Is Sliding—Here’s How Wall Street Is Positioning Now,” which highlights gold’s record-setting performance and projections of further price gains. The article emphasizes opportunities with junior producers, noting ESGold’s secured permits, funding, and near-term production potential at its Montauban Project. With a capital-efficient, high-margin model and targeted 2026 production, ESGold is positioned as a compelling growth story compared to ETFs and large producers in the current gold cycle.

GlobalTech (OTC: GLTK), an American-headquartered tech-holding company with a specialty in big data, AI, and digital infrastructure, recently announced that it closed a $1.4 million private placement offering of promissory notes. This deal represents a big step for the firm as it increases efforts to achieve its growth and expansion vision. These notes, which are structured not to accrue interest except when in default, can be automatically converted to shares of common stock through an IPO at a discount to the original price ( ibn.fm/4JAbF ).

SEGG Media (NASDAQ: SEGG, LTRYW), a global sports, entertainment, and gaming conglomerate, announced the official launch of its international gaming platform at https://international.lottery.com , enabling players outside the U.S. to create accounts and access free games. The platform, acquired through the Company’s purchase of Spektrum Ltd., is expected to generate about $6.35 million in fiscal 2026 as it expands across Europe, Africa, and other high-growth markets, accelerating SEGG Media’s revenue outlook. Chairman Matthew McGahan said the launch underscores the Company’s buy-and-build strategy and commitment to long-term shareholder value, while Tim Scoffham, CEO of Sports.com Media Group and Lottery.com International, called it a momentum shift positioning the brand for rapid market penetration and leadership at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and gaming.

TeraWulf Inc. (NASDAQ: WULF), a vertically integrated, zero-carbon digital infrastructure operator, announced the initial purchasers of its 1.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2031 fully exercised their option to buy an additional $150 million of notes, bringing the total offering to $1.0 billion. Net proceeds were about $975.2 million after expenses, with $100.6 million used to fund capped call transactions and the remainder allocated to data center expansion and general corporate purposes. Roth Capital Partners acted as co-manager for the offering.

Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: VMAR) is steering the marine industry toward a cleaner, quieter and more powerful future. The company recently announced an expansion of its Electric Representative Training Program across Nautical Ventures’ Florida dealership network, equipping sales teams with the expertise to showcase its industry-leading electric outboards ( https://ibn.fm/m3gWl ). This initiative marks another step in Vision Marine’s mission to accelerate adoption of electric boating through hands-on experience and informed customer guidance.

Quantum Computing Inc. (NASDAQ: QUBT) announced the closing of an oversubscribed private placement, raising $500 million through the sale of 26,867,276 shares of common stock priced at the market under Nasdaq rules. The Company plans to use proceeds to accelerate commercialization, pursue strategic acquisitions, expand sales and engineering teams, and strengthen working capital. CEO Dr. Yuping Huang said the financing, supported by top-tier institutional investors, brings total gross proceeds raised since November 2024 to about $900 million, significantly reinforcing the balance sheet and positioning QCi for multi-year growth. Titan Partners Group acted as sole placement agent.

Annovis Bio (NYSE: ANVS), a late-stage clinical drug platform company developing therapies for neurodegenerative diseases, announced the appointment of Mark Guerin, CPA, CMA, CFM, as Chief Financial Officer to help guide the Company as its lead drug candidate, buntanetap, advances through late-stage trials. Guerin previously served as CFO of Onconova Therapeutics, now Traws Pharma (NASDAQ: TRAW), where he oversaw multiple financings and a merger that formed the new entity. His earlier roles include senior finance positions at Cardiokine, Barrier Therapeutics, and Coopers & Lybrand. Guerin said he is eager to support Annovis as it works to replicate buntanetap’s early success in registrational studies and deliver solutions for patients with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.

Lahontan Gold (TSXV: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) announced its Exploration Plan of Operations has entered National Environmental Policy Act review by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, a process expected to move quickly as a draft Environmental Assessment is already completed. The Company also signed a Contributed Funds Agreement to provide funding for additional BLM personnel, potentially expediting the review. CEO Kimberly Ann said the plan supports staged drilling of more than 700 holes at the Santa Fe Mine Project, enhancing opportunities to expand gold and silver resources and future mining potential.

Micropolis Holding (NYSE American: MCRP), a pioneer in unmanned ground vehicles (“UGVs”) and AI-driven security solutions, showcased its Robotic Forestry Unit at the 7th Annual ADNOC Safety Day in Abu Dhabi, highlighting how robotics can support both safety and sustainability initiatives. The event, held in partnership with the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (“EAD”), gathered industry leaders from across Abu Dhabi National Oil Company’s global operations ( https://ibn.fm/opU4N ).

Foremost Clean Energy (NASDAQ: FMST) (CSE: FAT) reported drilling remains underway at its Murphy Lake South Uranium Property in the Athabasca Basin, Saskatchewan, while a 2,500-meter diamond drill program has commenced at its 100% owned Jean Lake Gold-Lithium Property in Snow Lake, Manitoba. CEO Jason Barnard said running two programs in parallel allows the Company to leverage gold market momentum while maintaining a core focus on uranium exploration, positioning Foremost to deliver catalysts across both assets during a period of historic sector strength.

Nutriband (NASDAQ: NTRB) announced it will participate in the MicroCap Rodeo Conference in New York City on Sept. 25, 2025. Company Chairman Serguei Melnik will present at 10 a.m., discussing operational highlights, growth initiatives, and the strategic direction for its AVERSA platform technology. The presentation will be webcast live, with registration available for interested parties.

Clene (NASDAQ: CLNN) announced presentation of combined REPAIR-MS trial results at the 41st Congress of the European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis in Barcelona, showing CNM-Au8 significantly improved brain NAD+/NADH ratios, a key marker of energetic capacity, across relapsing and non-active progressive MS patients. Treatment also produced significant changes in brain NAD+ and NADH fractions, with correlations between baseline brain energy metabolism and disability, cognition, and motor function. CNM-Au8 was safe and well tolerated, reinforcing its potential to slow disease progression by addressing bioenergetic failure in MS.

Izotropic (CSE: IZO) (OTCQB: IZOZF) (FSE: 1R3) announced the publication of a feature article on BreastCT.com titled “AI Is Reshaping Breast Imaging, and IzoView Was Built for What Comes Next.” The piece underscores the limitations of legacy systems and details how the Company’s flagship IzoView Breast CT Imaging System was purpose-built for AI-driven imaging. Key points include global validation of AI’s role in improving cancer detection, IzoView’s proprietary 3D hardware and 10-second compression-free scans, and its positioning as a scalable, protected platform with a $500,000 target price designed to set a new standard in breast cancer screening.

Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT), has shaken off its “audio niche” label to become one of the market’s most closely watched disruptors. After months of trading under the radar, shares surged more than 102% this week as investors began recognizing the company’s broader vision: a patent-protected platform for authenticating, securing, and monetizing virtually any digital or physical asset. With Q2 revenue up 467% year-over-year and $2.5 million in licensing revenue booked but not yet recognized, Datavault has already proven it can convert its innovation into measurable growth.

Platinum and palladium are quietly becoming important to modern defense technology. From hydrogen fuel cells in armored vehicles to high-performance electronics in advanced aircraft, militaries worldwide are turning to these critical metals to power the next generation of strategic systems. Platinum Group Metals (NYSE American: PLG) (TSX: PTM) is well positioned to benefit from this trend, advancing the high-quality Waterberg Project that promises a reliable supply of platinum, palladium and associated metals for both defense and industrial applications.

A catalytic converter is a device found in car exhaust systems, designed to prevent toxic pollutants from being emitted to the environment. This device works by converting these harmful pollutants into safer by-products like nitrogen, carbon dioxide and water vapor. Its structure is coated with platinum group metals that act as catalysts which trigger chemical reactions that help transform the pollutants into less harmful substances.

Porsche just got hammered by investors after admitting what everyone already suspected: betting big on electric vehicles while your customers still want gas-powered sports cars is a recipe for financial disaster. The German luxury carmaker’s shares tanked over 7% on Monday after the company slashed its profit margin guidance from a respectable 5-7% down to 2% for 2025, basically admitting they completely misread the market.

Literacy levels in the U.S. have been falling sharply since the pandemic, reaching levels not seen in decades. While some states have tried tackling the problem by reshaping reading instruction and passing new laws, some are turning to AI to rethink how children learn.

A recently published study by a team at the University of Chicago suggests that a carotenoid called zeaxanthin, naturally occurring in plants like kale, spinach and orange peppers, and well known for its benefits in eye health, could also play a role in supercharging the immune system during the fight against cancer.

European officials are pushing hard for a fairer distribution of clean energy investments after revealing some pretty stark numbers about who’s actually benefiting from the global shift away from fossil fuels.

The week started on a rough note for the cryptocurrency market, with sharp sell-offs leading to one of the largest liquidation events in recent history. More than $1.7 billion worth of positions across major digital assets were wiped out, according to data from Coinglass.

Germany is taking a major step in the energy transition by working to place bidirectional charging of electric vehicles on the same regulatory level as stationary battery storage. The country’s Federal Network Agency has prepared a draft framework known as “Market Integration of Storage and Charging Points” (MiSpeL).

Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT), a leader in AI-driven data visualization, valuation, and monetization, announced a $150 million strategic investment from Scilex Holding Company (NASDAQ: SCLX), to be executed in Bitcoin across two tranches, with $8.1 million closing Sept. 26, 2025, and $141.9 million following stockholder approval, strengthening Datavault AI’s balance sheet and funding growth in supercomputing infrastructure, independent data exchanges, and new revenue-generating platforms.

Copper’s price started the week flat as two key factors weighed on the market ; rising inventories and weak prospects of global economic growth. Given that copper is often regarded as the metal which clearly reflects the global economic outlook, “Dr. Copper” is trading sideways as a mirror of the weak prospects for growth in the global economy.

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has asked a federal court to dismiss a case filed by a hemp company in Washington, D.C. The company, Capitol Hemp, is challenging restrictions from Congress that block local officials from setting up and overseeing a legal cannabis market in the District.

Adageis, a growing healthcare technology company with a patented AI-driven platform, is positioning its software as a practical solution for providers seeking clarity in the transition from fee-for-service to value-based care. “By focusing on simplicity, contract visibility, and measurable financial outcomes, the firm aims to address one of the most pressing challenges in U.S. healthcare: how to reward high-quality care with appropriate compensation,” reads a recent article. “Adageis’ combination of AI, contract visibility, and financial monitoring places it at the intersection of healthcare technology and financial analytics. The company’s strategy, emphasizing simplicity, visibility, and measurable financial gain, is designed to appeal to both providers seeking operational efficiency and investors looking for scalable healthcare technology platforms. With a patented platform, growing patient coverage, and an emphasis on practical integration, Adageis is positioning itself as a key player in the expanding market for value-based care solutions.”

Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) is positioned as the Trump administration is developing a comprehensive strategy to strengthen the nation’s critical minerals production and reduce Chinese market control through guaranteed minimum pricing for domestic rare earth producers. The company “stands uniquely positioned to capitalize on this initiative through its revolutionary RapidSX(TM) technology, which addresses critical bottlenecks in rare earth element separation and processing. A recent article discussing this reads, “The company’s flagship RapidSX technology represents a breakthrough in rare earth element separation, offering significant advantages over conventional processing methods. The RapidSX technology platform has been demonstrated to process REEs at least three times faster than a similar CSX plant with the same product throughput, resulting in a significantly smaller physical footprint.”

New Pacific (NYSE American: NEWP) (TSX: NUAG), a Canadian exploration and development company, is poised for opportunity as one of the few international players with advanced projects in Bolivia’s silver belt. “New Pacific’s flagship Silver Sand and Carangas projects are discoveries made within the last five years and represent two of the world’s largest undeveloped silver deposits. They stand out for their scale and grade. Together, Silver Sand and Carangas could position New Pacific among the top global primary silver producers, with potential combined output of nearly 19 million ounces annually when production begins.”

ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) (FSE: Z7D) was featured in a recent article that discussed its continued construction of production facilities at its eastern Canada mine tailings reclamation site and examination of other potential sites for similar recovery and revenue generation throughout North and South America. “The traditional exploration model has eroded more capital than it’s created,” ESGold CEO Gordon Robb was quoted as saying. “Our approach reverses that equation. We begin with production — monetizing what others left behind — then reinvest from a position of strength into exploration. Montauban is our proof-of-concept. We believe this model can scale to dozens, even hundreds of other tailings sites across the Americas and elsewhere.”

Forward Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: FORD) is partnering with fintech firm Superstate to enable tokenization of its common shares on the Solana blockchain through the Opening Bell platform. The initiative will allow shareholders to move FORD stock on-chain for 24/7 trading, real-time settlement, and enhanced global liquidity. Forward also plans to take an equity stake in Superstate and collaborate on future product development, reinforcing its commitment to building on-chain capital markets infrastructure. The company is working with Solana-based protocols Drift, Kamino, and Jupiter Lend to establish tokenized FORD equity as eligible collateral across their platforms.

LaFleur Minerals (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) (FSE: 3WK0) provided an update on ramp-up activities at the Beacon Gold Mill and Swanson Gold Deposit in Québec’s Abitibi Gold Belt. The Company is completing mill maintenance, planning drilling near the historic Beacon Mine, and preparing logistics to restart production with mineralized material from Swanson, supported by an independent evaluation confirming restart readiness within a $5 million budget and highlighting replacement costs exceeding C$71.5 million. LaFleur is also finalizing a comprehensive PEA due by October 2025. At Swanson, 24 drill holes totaling 5,283 metres have been completed, with initial assays from six holes returning high-grade, near-surface intercepts and step-out extensions that reinforce the scale, continuity, and open-pit potential of the deposit.

Brera Holdings (NASDAQ: BREA) is an Ireland-based international holding company focused on expanding its global portfolio of men’s and women’s sports clubs through a multi-club ownership (“MCO”) strategy. The company was featured in a recent article that discusses its Outperform rating from PartnerCap Securities. “The firm assigned a price target of $11.50 in a new report, ‘Kicking off a Global Value Play: Early Entry into the World’s First Public MCO Platform.’ The coverage initiation highlights Brera’s role as the first publicly listed multi-club ownership company, positioning it within an expanding asset class where football franchises are increasingly treated as financial investments. PartnerCap argues that Brera’s current valuation fails to reflect either its recent acquisitions or the broader synergies expected from its portfolio strategy,” reads the article. “PartnerCap estimates Brera will generate $15.2 million in revenue in fiscal year 2026. Based on current trading levels, the company is valued at roughly 1.0x EV/revenue, well below the 2.7x peer average. The $11.50 target reflects a multiple of 2.25x on those projections.”

Soligenix (NASDAQ: SNGX) is continuing to build momentum in its mission to advance HyBryte(TM), a first-in-class treatment for early-stage cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (“CTCL”). That progress is supported by results from its pivotal FLASH trial and its ongoing FLASH 2 confirmatory study. Together, the studies highlight not only the efficacy of synthetic hypericin activated by safe fluorescent light but also the company’s broader strategy to establish HyBryte as a new standard of care in a field where therapeutic innovation has lagged ( https://www.ibn.fm/G18Hp ). With statistically significant data already achieved and confirmatory enrollment well underway, Soligenix is taking important steps toward potential regulatory approvals Worldwide.

NRx Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: NRXP), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted its Suitability Petition for KETAFREE(TM), a planned single-patient, preservative-free ketamine product. Unlike current ketamine offerings in multi-dose vials containing the toxic preservative Benzethonium Chloride, KETAFREE(TM) is designed to eliminate such additives. The approval enables immediate re-filing of the Company’s Abbreviated New Drug Application. NRx noted the product supports federal priorities of re-shoring sterile drug manufacturing and removing harmful preservatives, with the ketamine market estimated at $750 million. The Company is also advancing NRX-100, a non-generic ketamine formulation under development for suicidal depression and PTSD.

Strawberry Fields REIT (NYSE AMERICAN: STRW), a self-administered real estate investment trust focused on skilled nursing and healthcare-related properties, was featured on IBN’s latest Bell2Bell Podcast episode with Chairman and CEO Moishe Gubin. Gubin detailed the company’s structure, asset mix across 10 states, and leadership team’s operating background, which provides a strategic edge in evaluating tenants and stabilizing assets. He also emphasized Strawberry Fields’ consistent performance, noting 10 years of uninterrupted rent collection, no loan write-offs, and an 11% annual growth in per-share value through disciplined reinvestment, positioning the stock as a conservative investment with steady yield.

When superpowers move, supply chains shift. Earlier this month, Russia’s issued a directive ordering a government plan by November 2025 to ramp up its rare earth metals development ( https://ibn.fm/j6HDZ ); the announcement signals both urgency and a geopolitical push to control critical mineral resources. Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF), meanwhile, has been quietly advancing its RapidSX(TM) separation and processing platform and securing U.S. government support to build a Strategic Metals Complex (“SMC”) aimed at delivering rare earth oxide (“REO”) products by the second half of 2026. Ucore is staking its claim as part of the West’s effort to establish reliable, non-China-dependent rare earth and critical mineral supply chains.

Onar (OTCQB: ONAR), a marketing technology company and network of marketing agencies, announced the appointment of Kelly Anderson, CPA to its Board of Directors as Chair of the Audit Committee. Anderson brings more than 25 years of senior financial leadership and M&A experience, including oversight of more than 400 acquisitions and prior executive roles at Mavenlink, Fisker Automotive, Experian, and The First American Corporation. Her appointment completes ONAR’s independent board build-out alongside recent appointees Scott Kauffman, Reda Raad, and Mark Gazit. The Company noted Anderson’s leadership strengthens its governance framework as it advances an acquisition-driven growth strategy and prepares for a potential uplisting to a national exchange.

Massimo Group (NASDAQ: MAMO), a manufacturer and distributor of powersports vehicles and boats, announced the integration of Claude AI, developed by Anthropic, into its Oracle NetSuite enterprise resource planning systems across all departments. The deployment is designed to streamline workflows, improve decision-making, and strengthen collaboration across sales, supply chain, finance, marketing, and customer service. Massimo expects the initiative to accelerate product development cycles, improve supply chain coordination, and deliver more responsive customer support, advancing its long-term growth strategy and enhancing shareholder value.

Artificial intelligence chatbots like ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini have quickly become part of daily life for millions of people. With just a few words, users can ask questions, write documents, or even create computer code. These tools may seem like they provide instant answers out of thin air, but behind the scenes they require a huge amount of energy .

A startup based in the United Kingdom recently made history when it debuted a quantum computer that uses standard silicon chips at the UK National Quantum Computing Center (NQCC). The recent deployment represents a significant step in quantum computing development and could democratize the nascent technology by eliminating the need for specialized and costly chips.

NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage : Gold has surged to fresh record highs as the U.S. dollar weakens and markets anticipate a potential interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve. Trading above $3,500 an ounce, the metal continues to attract attention amid inflation concerns, currency pressures and signs of slowing global growth. With the outlook suggesting sustained strength, companies preparing for near-term production are positioned to capture outsized benefits. LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) ( Profile ) is one of these companies. Currently transitioning from exploration to production, LaFleur is hitting its stride at the perfect time. The company owns a fully permitted and recently modernized gold mill in excellent condition, along with strategically located projects in one of Canada’s most productive mining regions. This combination provides a compelling value proposition for investors aiming to capitalize on record gold prices. LaFleur stands among a select group of forward-thinking mining companies — including Trifecta Gold Ltd. (TSX.V: TG) (OTCQB: TRRFF), Amex Exploration Inc. (TSX.V: AMX) (OTC: AMXEF), Troilus Gold Corp. (TSX: TLG) (OTC: CHXMF) and Abcourt Mines Inc. (TSX.V: ABI) (OTC: ABMBF) —that are ready to…

NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage : Gold reached fresh record highs in September 2025, surpassing the performance of the S&P 500, NASDAQ and Bitcoin year-to-date, driven by a weaker U.S. dollar and expectations of strong central-bank demand. Goldman Sachs projects that gold could climb to $3,700 by the close of 2025 and $4,000 by mid-2026, with prices potentially spiking to $4,500 per ounce if private investors shift out of U.S. dollar assets and into bullion. Against this backdrop, gold’s reputation as a dependable store of value is clearer than ever. For investors, however, the moment calls for looking past ETFs and large producers. The real opportunity in 2025 lies with scalable junior players such as ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) ( Profile ), a company supported by permits, secured funding and near-term production potential. Featuring a capital-efficient, high-margin operating model and a defined path toward production in 2026, ESGold gives investors the leverage and growth potential that physical gold and ETFs cannot match, establishing it as an appealing growth story in today’s cycle. The company is among a group of impressive mining firms, including Kinross Gold Corp. (NYSE: KGC), AngloGold Ashanti PLC (NYSE: AU), Equinox Gold Corp. (NYSE AMERICAN: EQX) and Royal Gold Inc . (NASDAQ: RGLD), that are intent on using their expertise to…

SEGG Media (NASDAQ: SEGG, LTRYW) announced that its subsidiary Sports.com Media Group Ltd has signed a Letter of Intent to acquire all assets of Racing Women Limited, the pioneering initiative supporting female drivers in motorsport. Under the agreement, Sports.com Media will acquire a 51% controlling stake in a new entity holding Racing Women’s assets at a $1 million valuation, with options to expand to full ownership. The acquisition includes Racing Women’s intellectual property and global rights, positioning the initiative as a core asset within SEGG Media’s motorsport expansion strategy. The move follows the inaugural Sports.com Nations Trophy at Donington Park, where eight Racing Women competitors represented seven nations and Austria’s Jorden Dolischka claimed the championship, securing a funded drive at the Radical Gulf Cup in Abu Dhabi this November.

Nightfood Holdings (OTCQB: NGTF ) is consolidating its Position as a leading force in the AI-backed revolution in the hospitality industry, strategically merging culinary education with robotics deployment. Recently, the company finalized its flagship property acquisition, a 155-room Holiday Inn in Victorville, California, valued at over $31 million. The property is expected to serve as NGTF’s flagship Robotics-as-a-Service innovation hub ( ibn.fm/WfAJn ).

PowerBank (NASDAQ: SUUN) (Cboe CA: SUNN) (FSE: 103), announced continued progress in its partnership with Intellistake Technologies Corp. (CSE: ISTK) as a closed beta partner for IntelliScope, Intellistake’s modular enterprise AI suite. The first enterprise-facing agent is designed for the energy sector, with capabilities including site analysis for renewable projects, regulatory and market monitoring, and intelligence summaries supported by decentralized infrastructure. PowerBank will provide long-term testing and feedback during beta development, with IntelliScope’s current phase focused on a scoping exercise to tailor functionality to PowerBank’s needs before a customized interface is built. The program aims to enhance decision-making and efficiency across data-intensive industries, with future updates expected as modules progress.

Oncotelic Therapeutics (OTCQB: OTLC) announced that its joint venture through GMP Biotechnology Limited, Sapu Nano, has received approval from Australia’s Human Research Ethics Committee to begin enrolling patients in a Phase 1 human clinical trial of Sapu003, an injectable form of Everolimus for breast cancer. Everolimus, marketed as Afinitor(R), is FDA-approved in oral form but has limited absorption of about 10%. Using Sapu Nano’s Deciparticle(TM) technology, Sapu003 is delivered intravenously, allowing full drug absorption into the bloodstream. Preclinical data suggest this approach could improve efficacy over the oral version. The trial will determine optimal dosing for future studies, including a potential Phase 3, aiming to provide longer-lasting disease control and improved outcomes for breast cancer patients.

Cybin (NYSE American: CYBN) (Cboe CA: CYBN), a clinical-stage breakthrough neuropsychiatry company, outlined key advancements across its proprietary drug discovery platforms and upcoming milestones. The Company emphasized its intellectual property portfolio extending through 2041 and its scalable manufacturing partnership with Thermo Fisher Scientific for the CYB003 program. Key near- and mid-term catalysts include topline data from the CYB004 Phase 2 program in generalized anxiety disorder (Q1 2026), topline readouts from the CYB003 Phase 3 APPROACH study in major depressive disorder (Q4 2026), initiation of the Phase 3 EMBRACE study (Q4 2025) with approvals across multiple international sites, and ongoing enrollment in the EXTEND long-term safety study. Earlier Phase 2 data from CYB003 demonstrated 100% response rates and 71% remission rates maintained at 12 months, with CYB003 having FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation for expedited development.

For junior mining companies, few stages are more prestigious than the Precious Metals Summit in Beaver Creek, Colorado. Earlier this month, Nicola Mining (TSX.V: NIM) (OTCQB: HUSIF) joined a hand-picked group of explorers, developers and producers invited to the 2025 event, a recognition of the company’s growing profile as an emerging player in Canada’s precious metals sector. The company’s inclusion underscored both investor interest in its projects and its progress toward carving out a unique niche among early-stage miners.

McEwen (NYSE: MUX) (TSX: MUX) announced that its subsidiary McEwen Copper Inc. has signed a collaboration agreement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, to align the Los Azules copper project in Argentina with IFC’s environmental, social, and governance standards. The partnership supports potential future debt and equity financing as part of McEwen Copper’s broader strategy for the project, one of the world’s largest undeveloped copper deposits. With Environmental Impact Declaration approval secured and a feasibility study expected by October 2025, Los Azules is positioned to begin construction following final engineering and financing, advancing sustainable mining practices that emphasize transparency, lower carbon emissions, and community benefits.