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New York’s cannabis industry faced another setback recently after a federal appeals court ruled that the state unlawfully discriminated against applicants from outside New York in a recent licensing process.

Nicola Mining (TSX.V: NIM) (OTCQB: HUSIF) was featured in a recent article that discussed its positioning and distinction in the market. “Nicola’s operational blueprint for 2025 includes commencing Dominion Creek’s bulk sample extraction in Q3, reaching and maintaining full-production capacity at the Merritt Mill, and publishing exploration results for the flagship New Craigmont (Copper) Project. Nicola’s strategy synergizes with its broader corporate objectives: To concentrate operations within British Columbia. In tandem with Dominion Creek and New Craigmont, the company is advancing Treasure Mountain, a silver-lead-zinc project. The integration of exploration and processing capability enhances Nicola’s sustainability and operational efficiency, positioning itself for further organic growth.

Brera Holdings (NASDAQ: BREA), a publicly traded multi-club soccer ownership company, recently expanded into youth soccer development through a strategic partnership with Toronto Blizzard Corp. “The initiative is aimed at tapping into the rapidly growing global youth sports industry, which is expected to reach $69.4 billion by 2030, according to Profluence.com,” an article discussing the move reads. “Brera’s multi-club ownership model is modeled on a broader industry trend, where clubs and holding companies seek to build scalable platforms for player development and commercial opportunities. This deal adds youth infrastructure in North America to Brera’s global reach and diversifies its exposure to the lucrative youth sports economy. With its global football network and commitment to accessible talent development, Brera Holdings is positioning itself not just as an owner of clubs, but as an enabler of cross-border player growth…”

Massimo Group (NASDAQ: MAMO) announced the release of its 2026 T-Boss 900L Crew, a utility terrain vehicle powered by an 812cc Chery SQR372 DOHC 3-cylinder engine delivering 52 HP and 70 N•m of torque. With preorders already secured, the liquid-cooled, fuel-injected model offers strong hauling and towing performance, reliable cold-weather startup to -25°C, and efficient fuel consumption, while also featuring bench seating, a 10-inch touchscreen with GPS navigation, and one of the segment’s most complete standard equipment packages to serve farmers, ranchers, outdoor enthusiasts, and adventurers alike.

American automaker Ford recently announced a $5 billion investment in developing a new line of battery electric vehicles (BEVs), a surprising move given the Trump administration’s increasingly anti-electric vehicle stance.

University of Rochester researchers have developed a novel material capable of significantly increasing the efficiency and energy generation capacity of solar thermoelectric generators (STEGs).

Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) was featured in a recent article that discussed its positioning as the U.S. military faces mounting global tensions and technological threats, and a quiet revolution unfolds in North America’s critical materials landscape, one powered by rare earth elements and a bold new refining technology. The piece indicates that Ucore “has emerged as a central player in this effort with its cutting-edge RapidSX(TM) platform, a next-generation separation technology now backed by the U.S. Department of Defense through an $18.4 million award. This investment underscores the Pentagon’s push to strengthen domestic supply chains for essential components used in missiles, fighter jets and radar systems — and Ucore is poised to deliver… By establishing a rapid-response, scalable HREE processing chain in North America, Ucore supports defense-grade magnet commodity security, broad-based high-tech manufacturing and geopolitical resilience. This model aligns perfectly with the Pentagon’s strategic objectives under its Industrial Base and Sustainability program, while reducing reliance on adversarial-state supply chains. The company is steadily advancing from demonstration to full commercial readiness, aiming to integrate RapidSX machines in both Canada and the United States, including planned future strategic metals complexes.”

Branded Legacy (OTC: BLEG), a diversified holdings company focused on health and wellness solutions, announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Bio-Legacy Evaluative Group, has partnered with McMaster University to evaluate innovative products for populations affected by addictions. The collaboration will combine McMaster’s expertise in addiction medicine, clinical trials, and guideline development with Bio-Legacy’s real-world scientific experience to advance rigorous evaluations, clinical trials, and regulatory submissions, supporting the development of accessible, cost-effective interventions aimed at reducing overdose deaths, minimizing drug-related harms, and promoting long-term recovery.

BluSky (OTC: BSAI) is focused on enabling small and mid-sized businesses to join the AI revolution. The company was featured in a recent article that discusses this, stating, “According to Forbes, three out of five SMBs plan to deploy AI within two years, but many lack access to the infrastructure required to do so. BluSky’s modular approach helps solve that. Whether it’s a startup training for its first large model or a university researching new applications, SkyMod units offer right-sized solutions that can grow with demand, and without the overhead of building and managing a traditional data center… BluSky AI’s modular data centers offer more than convenience. They represent a fundamental shift in how computing infrastructure is deployed, managed, and scaled; and they may be one of the most important building blocks in the entire AI value chain. As more AI use cases enter the mainstream, and as energy constraints continue to mount, BluSky’s forward-thinking approach is timely and vital.”

Gaxos.ai (NASDAQ: GXAI), a developer of artificial intelligence applications across high-growth sectors, today announced the official launch of Art-Gen.AI, an AI image and video creation platform designed to make professional-grade content effortless for anyone, anywhere. Art-Gen combines state-of-the-art AI models from Google, Stability AI, and PixVerse with Gaxos’ proprietary enhancements to deliver unmatched speed, detail, and flexibility. With simple text prompts or reference images, users can generate cinematic visuals, hyper-realistic imagery, or animated video content at a fraction of traditional production time and cost. Launching into a global generative AI market forecasted to reach hundreds of billions of dollars annually over the next decade, Art-Gen.AI is offered on a subscription basis, providing Gaxos with a scalable, high-margin, recurring-revenue model. “Art-Gen is not just a creative tool — it’s a scalable technology platform with massive commercial potential,” said Vadim Mats, CEO of Gaxos. “By combining best-in-class AI models with our seamless, intuitive interface, and a multitude of enhancements, we are empowering creators, brands, and enterprises to accelerate content production while driving long-term value for our shareholders.”

Bolivia’s silver story is centuries old, but for much of the modern era, its richest regions have seen limited modern exploration. New Pacific Metals (NYSE American: NEWP) (TSX: NUAG), a Canadian mineral exploration and development company, is positioning itself to change that. With less than 10% of the country’s silver-rich mineral belt explored using current high-tech techniques, significant opportunities remain for new discoveries. New Pacific is advancing what could become one of the largest new silver districts in the world.

PowerBank (NASDAQ: SUUN) (Cboe CA: SUNN) (FSE: 103), announced that its Sydney, Brooklyn, and Petpeswick Community Solar projects in Nova Scotia have been granted $1.74 million in funding through the Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Climate Change, provided by the Nova Scotia Department of Energy and managed by the Net Zero Atlantic program. Net Zero Atlantic, a research organization supporting the energy transition, aims to help Atlantic Canada achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Under the grant, PowerBank will receive $340,000 for the Sydney Solar Project, $440,000 for the Petpeswick Solar Project, and $960,000 for the Brooklyn Solar Project. The projects are 48% owned by AI Renewable Flow-through Fund and 52% owned by a non-profit organization or Potlotek First Nation. PowerBank is the lead developer and builder, working with Trimac Engineering to deliver the projects. With more than 50 MW of community solar completed in the United States, PowerBank is now applying its expertise to Canada’s emerging community solar market.

Izotropic (CSE: IZO) (OTCQB: IZOZF) (FSE: 1R3), a medical device company commercializing imaging-based products for more accurate breast cancer screening, diagnoses, and treatment, announced the launch of BreastCT.com, a new online platform supporting its awareness initiatives. The site serves as a central educational resource on dedicated breast CT technology and Izotropic’s IzoView Breast CT Imaging System, emphasizing its potential to address challenges in detecting cancer in the 50% of women with dense breast tissue. With IzoView’s engineering complete, the platform will evolve with the Company through clinical study preparation, U.S. and global regulatory phases, and ongoing awareness programs leading to commercial launch. The content also positions Izotropic within a broader industry context by highlighting other public companies that successfully created new imaging categories, offering audiences perspective on where IzoView could fit within the market ahead of regulatory and commercial milestones.

Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ: LTRN), a clinical-stage biotechnology company leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to redefine oncology drug development, has introduced predictBBB.ai (TM), a publicly available AI module designed to predict blood-brain barrier (“BBB”) permeability for small-molecule drugs with unprecedented speed and accuracy ( https://ibn.fm/9RZYo ).

Recent reports show that mercury is increasingly being used in illegal gold mining zones across the Amazon. SUNAT, a customs agency, announced that they had seized 4 metric tons of the toxic metal at the Callao Port Terminal in Peru. In a statement, the agency highlighted that the seizure prevented mercury from severely impacting the health of individuals as well as the environment, as can be observed in parts of the country where the chemical is being used for illegal mining.

As young Americans turn 26, they are faced with a major transition that requires them to find their own health insurance since they no longer qualify to remain on the health insurance plan of their family. As many have found out at this transition point, getting your own insurance is a maze with many twists and turns that can leave one baffled and helpless.

Meta is under growing scrutiny after leaked internal documents revealed troubling rules for its AI chatbots. The policy papers showed that chatbots had been permitted to have romantic conversations with minors, spread inaccurate medical details, and even help users make racist arguments, suggesting that Black people are less intelligent than White people.

Sekur Private Data (CSE: SKUR) (OTCQB: SWISF) (FRA: GDT0), a Swiss-hosted cybersecurity and private communications platform, signed a distribution agreement with RichTV.io to promote its Sekur Swiss Hosted Privacy Communications Solutions, targeting the cryptocurrency community and other RichTV followers. The collaboration will use educational videos and interviews to expand Sekur’s reach among crypto and privacy enthusiasts. Sekur’s proprietary platform, hosted in Switzerland, offers advantages such as no contact or data mining, no location tracking, and secure communications without disclosing phone numbers or identities. Earlier this month, the Company also announced plans to enable crypto payments for its services by December 2025.

Every year, outdated imaging technologies underperform for the roughly half of women undergoing breast cancer screening who have dense breast tissue. Dense breast tissue creates a fundamental imaging challenge in compression-based imaging, like mammography, where overlapping structures can mask cancers, potentially delaying diagnosis when cancers are small and in their most treatable stages. This limitation represents an $8 billion annual burden in follow-up procedures, repeat imaging, and unnecessary interventions driven by inconclusive results from current screening technologies.

Vision Marine Technologies (NASDAQ: VMAR), a leader in high-voltage electric marine propulsion systems with a multi-brand boat retail and service platform, closed its public offering of 3,500,000 shares of common stock (or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof) at $2.00 per share, raising $7,000,000 in gross proceeds before underwriting discounts and expenses. The underwriters have a 45-day option to purchase up to an additional 525,000 shares and/or pre-funded warrants. The Company plans to use the proceeds for general corporate purposes, working capital, and potential acquisitions or strategic investments in complementary businesses or technologies.

Cybin (NYSE American: CYBN) (Cboe CA: CYBN), a clinical-stage neuropsychiatry company developing next-generation mental healthcare treatments, announced the results of its annual meeting of shareholders held Aug. 18, 2025. A total of 90 shareholders were represented in person or by proxy, holding 11,264,212 common shares, which accounted for 48.92% of the Company’s issued and outstanding common shares as of the record date.

Informa, a company on a mission to provide professionals and commercial customers with access to extraordinary people and exceptional insights, is proud to announce FinovateFall, coming this September. The industry-leading event will deliver cutting-edge fintech demos, expert insights, and offer high-impact networking opportunities. Held at The Marriott Marquis Times Square, New York, this event will provide attendees with the opportunity to discover innovative fintech solutions that banks can utilize today, while connecting with senior-level experts who can help them plan for the future.

Data center owners in the United States are calling on the U.S. Treasury to retain clean energy incentives rules for solar and wind energy, arguing that these policies have been instrumental in supporting the data center industry’s growth and maintaining its competitiveness against China.

The United States is witnessing a new wave of excitement in the cryptocurrency sector as more companies rush to go public . This surge comes at a time when friendlier policies under President Donald Trump’s second term have boosted investor confidence and pushed the value of digital assets to record levels. The global cryptocurrency market recently climbed to an all-time high of $4.2 trillion, creating the perfect environment for firms to tap into public markets.

While President Donald Trump weighs an administrative move to change cannabis’ federal classification, a Republican lawmaker has put forward a bill to make that change permanent through legislation.

Next month, the trading world will converge at the 2025 Traders Fair in Johannesburg, South Africa. Set to take place on Sept. 20 at the Protea by Marriott Hotel Wanderers in Sandton, the event will draw seasoned pros and those new to trading for a day of ideas, inspiration, and lasting connections. Industry leaders will share insights and companies will showcase the latest trading tools, technologies, and platforms at the one-day event. Traders, investors, fintech innovators, and curious beginners from all over the region and beyond will come together to share and glean insight from those behind the dreams, goals, and ambitions that fuel today’s trading.

Standard Lithium (NYSE American: SLI), a near-commercial lithium company, has appointed Michael Lutgring as General Counsel, effective August 18, 2025. CEO David Park welcomed Lutgring to the senior leadership team, citing his broad legal expertise as vital to supporting the Company’s continued growth and development as a public entity.

SEGG Media (NASDAQ: SEGG, LTRYW), a technology leader at the nexus of sports, entertainment, and gaming, is featured in the latest episode of The GotStocks Podcast released by IBN. In the episode, SEGG President and CEO Matthew McGahan discusses the company’s growth strategy and its role in reshaping the global digital landscape, as part of IBN’s focus on spotlighting high-potential small-cap companies.

Global demand for copper is set to rise sharply over the next decade as electrification, grid modernization, and renewable energy accelerate. The International Energy Agency estimates that copper demand from clean energy technologies will more than double by 2040, driven by upgraded transmission infrastructure, and the buildout of electric vehicles, and wind and solar capacity.

Nutriband (NASDAQ: NTRB) announced it will participate in the Emerging Growth Conference on August 20, 2025. Chairman Serguei Melnik will deliver a live, interactive presentation and may open the floor for real-time questions from shareholders and the investment community.

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI), an emerging provider of AI-powered security and threat detection solutions, is taking a significant step in its intellectual property strategy, expanding international patent protections for its AI-powered explosives detection systems. The company has received publication notices under the Patent Cooperation Treaty for applications in Australia, Israel, and the European region, signaling progress in securing exclusive rights across multiple jurisdictions ( https://ibn.fm/HjwrB ).

NRx Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: NRXP), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, reported financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, and provided a corporate update. The Company highlighted progress in all three lead programs, including expanded FDA Fast Track designation for NRX-100 in treating suicidal depression, filing of multiple regulatory documents, and advancement of the NRX-101 NDA. A strategic investor group led by B Group Capital has committed capital through a purchase of restricted common stock with a one-year lockup and no dilutive mechanisms. The capital is expected to support the Company through key regulatory milestones and help scale HOPE Therapeutics and its clinic network.

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI), an emerging provider of AI-powered security and threat detection solutions, is taking a significant step in its intellectual property strategy, expanding international patent protections for its AI-powered explosives detection systems. The company has received publication notices under the Patent Cooperation Treaty for applications in Australia, Israel, and the European region, signaling progress in securing exclusive rights across multiple jurisdictions ( https://ibn.fm/HjwrB ).

Perplexity AI, a fairly new artificial intelligence company, has surprised the tech world by making a $34.5 billion offer to buy Google Chrome, the world’s most popular web browser. The company, which is backed by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and chipmaker Nvidia, is led by a former Google and OpenAI employee. The announcement immediately caught the attention of industry experts and investors, many of whom are questioning the seriousness and feasibility of the bid.

Soligenix (NASDAQ: SNGX), a late-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on rare diseases, announced the U.S. FDA has granted orphan drug designation to dusquetide, the active ingredient in SGX945, for treatment of Behçet’s Disease. The designation follows a review of recent Phase 2a clinical results demonstrating biological efficacy and safety in patients.

Fathom Nickel (CSE: FNI) (FSE: 6Q5) (OTCQB: FNICF) has completed its summer field exploration program at the Gochager Lake Project. Crews collected 2,926 B-horizon soil samples across 3,183 planned sites and gathered 337 chip and grab rock samples from outcrops. All rock samples were analyzed on-site via pXRF for nickel, copper, cobalt, sulphur, and mafic-ultramafic pathfinder elements. Several mineralized samples have been sent for multi-element assay and whole rock geochemistry. Though a lightning-caused wildfire forced early evacuation and cut the program short by three days, approximately 90% of the targeted soil sampling was achieved.

Vision Marine Technologies (NASDAQ: VMAR), a leader in high-voltage electric marine propulsion systems and multi-brand boat retail and service, has priced a public offering of 3.5 million shares of common stock (or pre-funded warrants in lieu) at $2.00 per share, aiming to raise $7 million in gross proceeds before expenses. The Company also granted underwriters a 45-day option to purchase up to 525,000 additional shares and/or pre-funded warrants to cover over-allotments. The offering is expected to close on August 18, 2025, pending customary conditions.

Statistics Norway, the statistics body of the country, has revealed that there is an increase in its estimates for the country’s expenditure in the oil and gas industry next year. The revised estimates indicate that the expenditure will increase to about $22.5 billion due to anticipated increase in production drilling operations.

Delaware’s first weekend of legal recreational cannabis sales wrapped up with better-than-expected results, marking an important step forward for the state’s new adult-use cannabis program. Sales officially kicked off on August 1, drawing in both seasoned medical patients and first-time recreational buyers.

Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) was awarded an additional $18.4 million funding from the Department of Defense, a decision that represents a critical step in reclaiming the United States’ control over materials essential to national safety. “The recent funding announcement indicates Ucore’s RapidSX technology has struck a chord,” reads an article discussing the move. “We are most appreciative of the ongoing support we have received from the U.S. Department of Defense,” said Ucore chair and CEO Pat Ryan. “We further reiterate our support for the executive actions executed by the administration and await the results of this ongoing work. Our groundbreaking ceremony at the SMC was a pivotal moment for the company as we move toward our goal of commencing with domestic commercial production of separated and salable rare earth oxides in 2026.”

ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) (FSE: Z7D) was recently featured on the Exploring Mining podcast, where new CEO Gordon Robb discussed a strategy that sets the company apart. As ESGold enters a transformational phase, Robb’s investor acumen and proven track record in scaling resource companies make him ideal to take the company to the next level, according to COO Paul Mastantuono.

Nicola Mining (TSX.V: NIM) (OTCQB: HUSIF) recently took a significant step in fostering industry collaboration and bolstering regional gold development with its $2 million line of credit to strategic partner Blue Lagoon Resources Inc. “The move reflects Nicola’s mission to support responsible mining initiatives in British Columbia and aligns with its vertically integrated approach that combines milling capabilities with financial facilitation,” an article discussing this reads. “This move exemplifies Nicola’s strategic model, which links its Merritt milling infrastructure and tailings facility to British Columbian projects. Merritt Mill stands as the only facility in British Columbia permitted to process third-party gold and silver mill feed from across the province. Since 2016, Nicola has entered into several profit-share agreements with mining companies, allowing its fully permitted mill to act as a critical partner, processing ore and providing liquidity for regional exploration partners. Extending a $2 million credit facility further advances this integrated approach by providing Blue Lagoon a flexible financial buffer as the company accelerates its growth.”

Torr Metals Inc. (TSX.V: TMET) reported results from an induced polarization survey and rock grab sampling at the Bertha Zone within its 332 km2 Kolos Copper-Gold Project in British Columbia. Sampling from the historical Bertha pit returned up to 16.9% copper and 8.48 g/t silver along a 30 m strike, with mineralization extending more than 450 m between the Bertha and Bertha South showings where no drilling has been recorded. The high-grade copper sits on the margin of a newly defined greater than 900 m by greater than 500 m IP chargeability anomaly that remains open in multiple directions. All six grab samples exceeded 1% copper, four topped 3%, and mineralization is hosted in the Nicola Group volcanic unit, suggesting a broad supergene-style blanket near a porphyry core. Torr also outlined a prime untested porphyry target southeast of the Bertha pit, where overlapping chargeability and resistivity anomalies coincide with a large hydrothermal alteration footprint.

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI), an emerging provider of AI-powered security and threat detection solutions, has integrated its drone-based object detection capabilities with various Drone platforms currently utilized by the U.S. Army. The company’s computer vision software, developed over the course of more than eight years, is designed to rapidly identify landmines and unexploded ordnance (“UXO”) with high precision, even when using commercially available drone platforms ( https://ibn.fm/bTccg ).

Comstock (NYSE: LODE) has priced its underwritten public offering of 13,333,334 shares at $2.25 per share, expecting gross proceeds of approximately $30 million before expenses. The Company plans to use the funds to fully finance commercialization of its first industry-scale solar panel recycling facility—capable of processing over 3 million panels annually—advance additional site selection, cover development costs and repay debt. CEO Corrado De Gasperis said the offering eliminates all outstanding debt and strengthens the Company’s cash position to accelerate growth in its recycling business. The offering, led by Titan Partners Group, is expected to close August 14, 2025, subject to customary conditions, with a 30-day option for underwriters to purchase up to 2 million additional shares.

PowerBank (NASDAQ: SUUN) (Cboe CA: SUNN) (FSE: 103), a leading North American energy infrastructure developer and asset owner, just marked its entry into the rapidly growing Battery Energy Storage System (“BESS”) market with the installation of a BESS at its SFF-06 flagship project in Cramahe, Ontario. The project, once completed, will have a 4.99 MW capacity, delivering 4.74 MW of daily contract capacity for 251 business days annually, ultimately powering Ontario’s grid with reliable, clean energy ( https://ibn.fm/3KhG2 ).

With global security threats driving demand for advanced biodefense solutions, Soligenix (NASDAQ: SNGX) is advancing RiVax(R), a heat-stable recombinant vaccine candidate aimed at protecting against deadly ricin toxin exposure. Supported by proprietary stabilization technology and robust preclinical data demonstrating long-lasting immunity, SNGX’s RiVax represents both a critical public safety innovation and a significant market opportunity in the specialized vaccine sector.

As global demand for silver intensifies, largely fueled by industrial applications such as solar panels and electric vehicles, supply remains constrained. Few new primary silver projects are advancing, leaving producers searching for untapped potential. For New Pacific Metals (NYSE American: NEWP) (TSX: NUAG), a Canadian exploration and development company, that opportunity lies in Bolivia, a country with deep silver reserves, but limited modern development.

MoneyShow has empowered individual investors and traders with state-of-the-art tools, education, and access to specific recommendations and strategies over the past four decades. Now, it’s proud to announce the Real Estate Plays for Profit and Income Expo. Scheduled for Aug. 19-20, this virtual event will equip attendees with the guidance and recommendations they need to maximize the income and profits their real estate investments spin off.

Glidelogic (USOTC: GDLG) today announced the worldwide rollout of its upgraded ResearchMind platform after four months of invitation-only beta testing. Now available for $24.99 per full analysis report, the release integrates OpenAI GPT-5 and Anthropic Claude Opus 4.1 in its Pro version for academic partners, offering enhanced natural-language comprehension, domain adaptation and reasoning depth. Key improvements include extended reasoning time for deeper multi-stage analysis and expanded iteration cycles for more accurate, publication-ready proposals. “Our vision has always been to make AI an active collaborator in hypothesis formation—not just a productivity tool,” said CEO Fred (Yitian) Xue. “Leveraging compute as equity is a strategic direction for us, aligning academic advancement with infrastructure investment.”

CNS Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: CNSP), a biopharmaceutical company developing treatments for cancers in the brain and central nervous system, reported a Q2 2025 net loss of $2.4 million, slightly improved from $2.5 million in Q2 2024, driven by reduced Berubicin trial costs. R&D expenses rose to $1.2 million from $1.1 million on preparation for a TPI 287 trial, while G&A fell to $1.2 million from $1.4 million on lower legal, travel and stock-based compensation costs. The Company ended the quarter with $12.1 million in cash, sufficient to fund operations into the second half of 2026. CEO John Climaco said CNS is on track to begin a Phase 2 study of TPI 287 for glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) in the first half of 2026, following its Orphan Drug Designation for multiple CNS indications and promising Phase 1 results showing blood brain barrier penetration and tumor response.

WEBUY GLOBAL (NASDAQ: WBUY), a technology-driven company transforming community e-commerce and travel across Southeast Asia, has closed its offering of 721,918 Class A ordinary shares and pre-funded warrants to purchase up to 100,000 Class A ordinary shares to certain institutional investors. The transaction generated approximately $3 million in gross proceeds before placement agent fees and other expenses. D. Boral Capital LLC served as exclusive placement agent, with Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP advising the company and Hunter Taubman Fischer & Li LLC representing the placement agent.

The price of gold increased earlier this week after the latest inflation data reinforced expectations of the Fed reducing rates of interest. Spot gold saw its price hit $3,347.34 per ounce, representing a .1% increase.

Project Titan was a secretive initiative launched under Apple CEO Tim Cook to develop a fully autonomous electric vehicle with luxury features, advanced artificial intelligence, and possibly no steering wheel.

For decades, the severity of psoriasis has been classified on the basis of thresholds reflecting the BSA, or body surface area, impacted by the condition. Under this classification, individuals with less than 3 percent of BSA were categorized as having mild psoriasis; those with a BSA ranging between 3 and 10 percent were regarded as having moderate psoriasis; while those with a BSA in excess of 10 percent were classified as having severe psoriasis.

The UK’s tax authority, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), has stated that it uses AI to review social media activity as part of its investigations into suspected tax evasion. According to the agency, the technology is not a replacement for human judgment and remains under legal supervision.

Bollinger Innovations (NASDAQ: BINI), an electric vehicle manufacturer, today reported financial results for the three and nine months ended June 30, 2025, and issued a business update. CEO and Chairman David Michery highlighted the July unification of the company’s commercial EV brands under the Bollinger Innovations name, reaffirming its focus on manufacturing, sales and service of commercial EV products. Michery also announced a strategic shift of Bollinger B4 manufacturing from Roush Industries in Michigan to the company’s Tunica, Mississippi, commercial manufacturing center, a move aimed at reducing costs, streamlining operations, consolidating production, and improving delivery efficiency.

Vision Marine Technologies (NASDAQ: VMAR) announced that on Aug. 13, 2025, the New York State County Supreme Court, Commercial Division, formally approved the Company’s settlement of an outstanding legal claim involving certain shareholders, as previously disclosed on May 16, 2025.

Beeline Holdings (NASDAQ: BLNE), an emerging digital mortgage lender and SaaS platform, reported Q2 2025 funded loan volume of $52 million, up 31% from Q1. Revenue rose 27% to $1.7 million, excluding Bridgetown Spirits, which was divested in July to sharpen focus on the mortgage business. The company paid down $2.7 million of debt in the quarter and expects to be debt free, excluding its loan warehouse facility, by Nov. 1. GAAP net loss narrowed to $4.1 million from $6.9 million in Q1, while adjusted EBITDA loss improved to $2.8 million from $3.5 million. Beeline ended the quarter with $6.3 million in cash and $55 million in equity, reduced monthly recurring expenses by $0.3 million, and expects full realization of those savings in September. The company anticipates monthly operating profitability in January 2026 and plans an early October full-scale launch of its BeelineEQUITY product for fractional residential real estate equity sales, supported by a crypto-issuing partner.

GlobalTech (OTCID: GLTK), a technology holding company specializing in artificial intelligence and big data solutions, reported Q2 2025 revenue of $5.63 million, up 23.3% from $4.56 million in the prior-year quarter, driven by a 39% year-over-year increase in international termination minutes. Net loss narrowed to $1.12 million, or $0.008 per share, from $1.23 million, or $0.009 per share, a year ago. Adjusted EBITDA loss improved to $1.84 million from $2.45 million, reflecting operational efficiencies and lower finance costs. Loss from operations was $0.96 million versus $0.92 million in Q2 2024, while non-GAAP loss from operations held flat at $0.69 million. The company ended the quarter with $3.38 million in cash and equivalents, including $2.67 million in restricted cash. CEO Dan Green said results underscore the strength of the company’s LDI, broadband, and technology services segments, noting continued focus on network expansion and growth in AI and big data offerings.

GlobalTech (OTCID: GTLK), a technology holding company specializing in artificial intelligence and big data solutions, reported Q2 2025 revenue of $5.63 million, up 23.3% from $4.56 million in the prior-year quarter, driven by a 39% year-over-year increase in international termination minutes. Net loss narrowed to $1.12 million, or $0.008 per share, from $1.23 million, or $0.009 per share, a year ago. Adjusted EBITDA loss improved to $1.84 million from $2.45 million, reflecting operational efficiencies and lower finance costs. Loss from operations was $0.96 million versus $0.92 million in Q2 2024, while non-GAAP loss from operations held flat at $0.69 million. The company ended the quarter with $3.38 million in cash and equivalents, including $2.67 million in restricted cash. CEO Dan Green said results underscore the strength of the company’s LDI, broadband, and technology services segments, noting continued focus on network expansion and growth in AI and big data offerings.

A recent Carbon Brief report has revealed that China’s surging renewable energy exports are enabling other countries to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions . According to the report, Beijing’s renewable energy technology exports, which include electric cars, batteries, and photovoltaic solar panels, are helping other countries increase their green energy adoption rates and cut their emissions.

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to broaden retirement investment options by allowing 401(k) accounts to include “alternative assets.” These could range from private equity funds to cryptos, moving beyond the traditional mix of stocks, bonds, and other standard holdings.

The United States has taken a big step toward regulating stablecoins with the signing of the GENIUS Act by President Donald Trump on July 18, 2025. This is the first federal law to set clear rules for stablecoins, which are digital tokens linked to the U.S. dollar. Supporters believe the law could help make stablecoins part of everyday payments and money transfers, but experts warn that it will not be an easy road.

The Justice Department is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review a federal rule that bars people who use cannabis or other illegal substances from owning firearms. The DOJ argues the policy aligns with the Second Amendment and should remain in place.

Lahontan Gold (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) is positioned as investors view the Walker Lane corridor in Nevada as a prime destination for gold development. A recent article discussing this reads, “Lahontan Gold Corp. stands out, not only for its robust land position, but also for the company’s focus on projects that blend historical production with scalable exploration and metallurgy. LGCFX’s flagship project is the Santa Fe Mine, a former producer in operation from 1988 to 1995, yielding 359,202 ounces of gold and 702,067 ounces of silver via open-pit heap leach. Santa Fe holds a NI 43-101 indicated resource of 1.539 million ounces of gold equivalent, with an additional 0.411 million ounces inferred… Lahontan’s portfolio extends beyond Santa Fe to include West Santa Fe, Moho and Redlich — each offering distinct geology and upside potential.”

Solowin (NASDAQ: SWIN), a financial services firm bridging traditional and digital assets, announced an initiative to reach US$1 billion in assets under management for its USD Money Market Real Yield Token (RYT) by the end of 2025. Launched April 15, 2025, through wholly owned subsidiary Solomon JFZ (Asia) Holdings Limited in collaboration with Standard Chartered, China Asset Management (Hong Kong), Libeara, and AlloyX, RYT offers institutional investors a compliant, yield-generating tokenized product with daily liquidity and multi-chain interoperability via partnerships with Polygon, Arbitrum, Solana, and Kucoin. Executives said the initiative reflects Hong Kong’s drive to become a global hub for tokenized assets and Solowin’s vision to deliver seamless Trad-Fi and Web3.0 financial services.

Vision Marine Technologies (NASDAQ: VMAR), a leader in premium on-water experiences and owner of Florida-based dealership network Nautical Ventures, announced Nautical Ventures has signed a Letter of Intent with Nimbus Boats USA to exclusively distribute Nimbus powerboats on Florida’s West Coast. The agreement, expected to be finalized by March 31, 2026, would authorize Nautical Ventures to promote, sell and service Nimbus’s Tender, Commuter, Weekender and Coupe series beginning August 1, 2025. The move aims to broaden Vision Marine’s product portfolio, strengthen its Florida presence and capture demand in the fast-growing adventure-style boat segment. Florida remains the largest U.S. market for new powerboats, engines and accessories, generating $6.4 billion in 2023 sales. The Nimbus deal follows Vision Marine’s June 2025 acquisition of Nautical Ventures, creating North America’s first electric boat propulsion and multi-brand retail company.

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, senior White House officials revealed ( https://ibn.fm/SdbJj ). Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) 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.

ECGI Holdings (OTC: ECGI), announced that its investment arm, Uplist Ventures, has made a strategic investment in AuraChat.ai, a sales and marketing automation platform powered by more than 25 proprietary AI models. The deal comes ahead of AuraChat’s planned September 2025 launch of AuraConnect 2.0, a competitive-intelligence upgrade expanding into sectors including automotive, real estate, and retail. AuraChat provides AI-driven voice, video, and messaging solutions in over 50 languages, delivering 24/7 customer service, lead follow-up, scheduling, and analytics. With nearly $400,000 in annual recurring revenue and recognition as one of UCLA Anderson School of Business’s Top 10 Startups, the company’s addressable market spans from a $65 billion automotive segment to more than $460 billion across targeted verticals. ECGI said the investment aligns with its strategy to build a portfolio of early-stage companies with strong growth potential in emerging markets like AI.

For years, AI has played a supporting role in sales and marketing; surfacing leads, flagging buying signals, and streamlining outreach. But as customer acquisition costs rise and labor shortages impact sales development teams, more companies are looking for AI systems that can replace entire stages of the funnel.

SuperCom (NASDAQ: SPCB), a global provider of secured e-Government, IoT, and cybersecurity solutions, reported Q2 2025 revenue of $7.14 million, with gross margin rising to 59.1% from 49.6%. Q2 operating income grew 187% to $1.1 million, while EBITDA rose 56% to $2.5 million. First-half 2025 net income climbed 79.5% to $5.3 million on gross margin expansion to 61.2% and doubled operating margins. The company ended Q2 with $15 million in cash and working capital of $40.8 million. Recent wins include over 30 new U.S. electronic monitoring contracts since mid-2024—expanding into 11 states—and national projects in EMEA. Management said strong execution, technology advantages, and strategic focus on the U.S. market are driving recurring revenue growth and rapid displacement of incumbent providers.

Marketing executives face a paradox that undermines billions in annual advertising investment. While artificial intelligence promises unprecedented campaign optimization capabilities, most marketing organizations operate with fragmented data ecosystems that render AI applications largely ineffective. Customer data sits isolated in CRM systems, campaign performance metrics remain trapped within platform dashboards, and creative insights exist in disconnected repositories across multiple tools.

Gold recently soared past $3,000 per ounce and briefly touched a record high of $3,500, driven by persistent inflation, geopolitical instability, and rising central bank demand. As traditional safe-haven assets regain favor, institutional capital is once again eyeing gold. But while bullion prices hit all-time highs, many mining equities, especially microcaps, are arguably undervalued, offering asymmetric upside potential.

CNS Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: CNSP), a biopharma company developing novel treatments for primary and metastatic cancers in the brain and central nervous system, announced it will present at the Webull Financial Corporate Connect Webinar Series: Biotech/MedTech, taking place virtually Aug. 19–21, 2025.