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The future of federal cannabis policy is once again in uncertainty as the Trump administration sends mixed signals on marijuana reform. On one hand, Trump has voiced support for medical marijuana and hinted that he may consider reclassifying it.

Nightfood Holdings (OTCQB: NGTF), through its wholly owned subsidiary Future Hospitality Ventures Holdings Inc. (“FHVH”), operating as RoboOp365, recently signed a binding letter of intent with Stratford Education Group Inc., doing business as Los Angeles Cooking School (“LACS”), to form Modern Culinary Systems Inc. “This partnership represents the first culinary school in the U.S. to integrate artificial intelligence automation into its core curriculum,” reads an article discussing the strategic move. “The culinary education market represents substantial opportunity, with the U.S. segment valued at approximately $32.5 billion in 2023 according to IBISWorld. Modern Culinary Systems enters this market with a differentiated value proposition: preparing students for the actual working environment they’ll encounter in their careers.”

HeartBeam (NASDAQ: BEAT) has secured foundational clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) for its patented HeartBeam system. “The first cable-free, high-fidelity ECG device that captures the heart’s electrical activity from three distinct directions, the HeartBeam system enables patients and physicians to access critical arrhythmia data outside traditional clinical settings,” reads a recent article. “With the clearance secured, HeartBeam plans to expand access through early access programs, deploy field-testing among medical practices and ultimately commercialize the system. The anticipated sequence of steps includes physician training, system support and data collection to streamline regulatory and commercial readiness. With a transformative roadmap in place, HeartBeam is positioned to redefine the future of cardiac care, taking it outside the hospital and putting it into the hands of patients and clinicians alike.”

Newton Golf Company (NASDAQ: NWTG) was featured in a recent article that discussed its positioning as a premier force in the golf-equipment industry. The article reads: “Newton Golf Company has hit a major milestone in its mission to redefine golf shaft performance — more than 50 professionals across the PGA TOUR Champions and LPGA Tour have now used Newton shafts in competition. This marks a significant leap from earlier in the season, reflecting growing trust from elite players who value precision, consistency and innovation… One of Newton’s most impactful endorsements came when Ken Duke became the first professional to officially sign with the brand, integrating the Newton Motion shaft into his bag for the 2024 season. His standout performance, ranking no. 1 in driving accuracy at the Constellation FURYK & FRIENDS, highlighted the shaft’s consistency and power. ‘It’s unbelievable how I can shape it,’ Duke said. ‘Not only that, but I’ve gained 6–15 yards with it.’”

Newton Golf Company (NASDAQ: NWTG) was featured in a recent article that discussed its positioning as a premier force in the golf-equipment industry. The article reads: “Newton Golf Company has hit a major milestone in its mission to redefine golf shaft performance — more than 50 professionals across the PGA TOUR Champions and LPGA Tour have now used Newton shafts in competition. This marks a significant leap from earlier in the season, reflecting growing trust from elite players who value precision, consistency and innovation… One of Newton’s most impactful endorsements came when Ken Duke became the first professional to officially sign with the brand, integrating the Newton Motion shaft into his bag for the 2024 season. His standout performance, ranking no. 1 in driving accuracy at the Constellation FURYK & FRIENDS, highlighted the shaft’s consistency and power. ‘It’s unbelievable how I can shape it,’ Duke said. ‘Not only that, but I’ve gained 6–15 yards with it.’”

Octane, a leading organization fueling technology growth in Southern California, announced the Octane Cardiovascular Tech Forum 2025 (“CTF”) will take place Sept. 11-12, 2025, at VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa. A cornerstone of Octane’s Innovation Event Series, CTF 2025 will unite entrepreneurs, investors, physicians, and industry leaders to highlight the latest advances in interventional cardiology, digital health, imaging, and medical devices. Program highlights include innovation panels, a physician and entrepreneur workshop, investor-focused presentations, and networking sessions. Keynote speaker Dr. John B. Simpson, a pioneering interventional cardiologist and inventor of the over-the-wire balloon angioplasty catheter, will headline the event. The forum’s committee, featuring leaders from Edwards Lifesciences, Cathworks, Knobbe Martens, UC Irvine, Hoag Hospital, and Nidus Biomedical, will guide the agenda. CEO Bill Carpou said the forum will accelerate solutions poised to redefine patient outcomes and strengthen the healthcare ecosystem.

Sekur Private Data (CSE: SKUR) (OTCQB: SWISF) (FRA: GDT0), a Swiss-hosted cybersecurity and private communications platform, announced it has signed a distribution agreement with RichTV.io to promote its Sekur Swiss Hosted Privacy Communications Solutions to Rich TV’s large audience, particularly cryptocurrency and privacy enthusiasts. The partnership will leverage educational videos and interviews to expand Sekur’s visibility, offering secure communications without data mining, location tracking, or exposure of phone numbers or identities. Earlier this month, Sekur also revealed plans to enable cryptocurrency payments for its solutions by December 2025. Rich TV, which reaches more than 100,000 followers across multiple platforms, will introduce Sekur’s privacy tools to its engaged community, while Sekur continues to highlight its Swiss-hosted advantage under Switzerland’s strict data protection laws.

FinovateFall, produced by Informa PLC (“Informa”), will take place Sept. 8-10 at the Marriott Marquis Times Square in New York City, bringing together more than 2,000 senior executives, decision-makers, and innovators to shape the future of financial services. The event will feature over 60 live product demos from fintech startups and established companies, as well as presentations from more than 100 industry leaders. Key themes will include AI, fraud prevention, embedded finance, open banking, and customer experience, while networking tools and matchmaking technology will help attendees connect with leaders from institutions such as Barclays, Citi, Fidelity, HSBC, ING, and J.P. Morgan.

Finovate, the global fintech conference series produced by Informa PLC (“Informa”), will host the FinovateAwards on Sept. 10, 2025, honoring companies driving financial technology forward and the individuals bringing new ideas to market. Winners will be announced during FinovateFall, set for Sept. 8-10, 2025, at the Marriott Marquis Times Square in New York City. The awards span 30 categories, including Best Anti-Fraud/AML Solution, Best Banking as a Service Provider, Best Digital Bank, and Best Financial Mobile App, with new categories such as Best Marketing/Customer Acquisition Solution, Best Cryptocurrency Application for FIs, and Excellence in Open Banking.

The National Investment Banking Association (“NIBA”) announced it will host its 151st Investment Conference on Sept. 16-17, 2025, at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort. The flagship event will bring together registered investment advisors, private equity groups, family offices, investment bankers, broker-dealers, venture capital firms, fund managers, investors, and industry service providers. Participating companies will deliver 10-minute presentations outlining business operations, sector opportunities, and growth roadmaps, followed by 1-on-1 meetings with seasoned investment professionals. Executive Director Emily Foshee noted NIBA’s decades-long role in fostering partnerships across its expansive network of more than 60 industry services, emphasizing the conference’s continued mission to strengthen cross-industry collaboration.

As Izotropic (CSE: IZO) (OTCQB: IZOZF) positions itself to capture a share of the $8.7 billion global breast imaging market projected by 2030 ( ibn.fm/tRIr4 ), the company has unveiled a strategic brand transformation that signals its readiness to commercialize two decades of breakthrough medical research. Izotropic holds exclusive global licensing rights to revolutionary breast CT technology and is advancing its flagship IzoView Breast CT Imaging System from proven science to real-world medical impact, offering what could be the first-in-class solution for more accurate breast cancer screening and diagnosis.

Sustain SoCal will host the 10th Annual Water Solutions event (“WS10”) on Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025, at UCI Beall Applied Innovation in Irvine, California. The event will convene thought leaders, policy experts, and innovators to explore pragmatic strategies for ensuring sufficient and affordable water supplies across Southern California and beyond. Sessions will cover reuse, recycling, desalination, PFAS mitigation, stormwater capture, hydrogen power, and cybersecurity, alongside investment insights, policy analysis, and AI-driven data applications. Sustain SoCal President and CEO Scott Kitcher said the forum has become essential in strategizing the region’s water resources, adding that WS10 will spotlight the latest innovations and collaborative approaches for sustainable water and economic development.

The race to secure rare earth elements has become a matter of both economic survival and national security for the United States, as China continues to dominate the global supply chain for these critical resources. At the center of America’s push to break free from this dependence is Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF), whose RapidSX(TM) technology offers a faster, more efficient way to separate rare earths and build a resilient domestic supply chain.

Fifty 1 Labs (OTC: FITY) announced that its subsidiary, Fifty 1 AI Labs, has entered into a partnership with LUNR Aerospace to develop AI-driven drug repurposing initiatives for space medicine. The collaboration will address key health challenges in microgravity, including immune support, musculoskeletal resilience, neuro-ocular protection, cardiovascular stability, cognitive performance, sleep optimization and metabolic longevity. Pilot programs will test AI-curated therapeutics and nutraceuticals in space-relevant conditions, offering a cost-efficient path to innovation. With the global space medicine market projected to grow from USD 948.7 million in 2025 to USD 1.97 billion by 2032 at an 11% CAGR, the partnership positions Fifty 1 Labs to capitalize on expanding demand while creating dual-use opportunities across aerospace, defense, longevity and precision health markets.

Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT), a pioneer in AI-driven data monetization, today announced the global expansion of its VerifyU(TM) platform, designed to provide secure, real-time identity verification for military institutions amid rising scrutiny of fraudulent service claims. Partnering exclusively with Burke Products under a U.S. sole-source government contract, Datavault AI will deploy patented AI and blockchain technologies to mint Valor tokens, enabling authentication of service records and credentials. Supporters including political consultant Roger Stone, UFC champions Frank Mir and Mark Kerr, and veteran policy advocate Christopher Neiweem underscored VerifyU’s potential to prevent stolen valor, protect veteran benefits, and strengthen trust in credentialing. With the identity verification market projected to surpass $50 billion by 2030, VerifyU integrates Datavault AI’s DataScore(R) algorithms and proprietary patents into defense, government, and consumer applications.

Cybin (NYSE American: CYBN) (Cboe CA: CYBN), a clinical-stage neuropsychiatry company focused on next-generation treatment options, announced approval in Australia to conduct the EMBRACE study, the second pivotal trial in PARADIGM, its Phase 3 multinational program evaluating CYB003, a proprietary deuterated psilocin analog. Approval was granted through the Clinical Trial Notification scheme, with clearance from multiple Ethics Committees of the Australian Therapeutics Goods Administration and Research Governance Offices, allowing initiation of the study.

PowerBank (NASDAQ: SUUN) (Cboe CA: SUNN) (FSE: GY2), a premier developer and owner of renewable and clean energy projects, specializing in distributed and community solar initiatives throughout Canada and the U.S., secured $1.74 million in government funding to support three community solar projects across Nova Scotia. According to the company’s announcement, the Sydney, Brooklyn, and Petpeswick projects, once operational, will generate a total of 12.4 megawatts (“MW”) of direct current (“DC”) electricity, feeding clean power directly into the local grid ( https://ibn.fm/e9gKm ).

Massimo Group (NASDAQ: MAMO), a manufacturer and distributor of powersports vehicles, announced its successful participation at the Mid-States 2025 Rendezvous, held August 20–21 in Phoenix, Arizona. A partner of Mid-States for more than six years, Massimo used the event to strengthen relationships, align on growth opportunities, and present upcoming product launches, including the HVAC Sentinel Series, enclosed MVR Golf Carts with integrated air conditioning, and the T-Boss 900L Crew UTV. Management said the show reinforced Massimo’s commitment to delivering feature-rich, high-performance products while positioning the company for strong Q4 sales and momentum heading into 2026.

NextPlat (NASDAQ: NXPL, NXPLW), a global consumer products and services company providing healthcare and technology solutions through eCommerce and retail channels, announced a strategic expansion of its healthcare operations. The initiative includes new senior leadership appointments and investments aimed at supporting growth into high-value patient services.

Lahontan Gold (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) announced that the Federal Bureau of Land Management has deemed the Company’s Exploration Plan of Operations complete, allowing the Santa Fe Mine Project in Nevada to advance into full environmental assessment under the National Environmental Protection Act. The determination confirms completion of all baseline biological, cultural and historical studies, which can also support future mine planning. The plan provides for exploration across 12 square kilometers with more than 700 drill sites. Lahontan anticipates completing the NEPA process and receiving final approval of the plan in Q4 2025, enabling a robust drilling campaign in 2026.

The price of gold has increased significantly since the Chair of the Federal Reserve Jerome Powell hinted at an upcoming shift in U.S. monetary policy. While giving his speech at the recent Federal Reserve Central Bank symposium, Powell highlighted that economic growth was slowing and discussed the increasing inflation risks, suggesting that the Fed may cut interest rates soon if needed .

A study conducted by researchers from Uppsala University’s Ångström Advanced Battery Center has found that artificial intelligence can be used to improve the safety and lifespan of electric vehicle batteries. Led by materials chemistry Prof. Daniel Brandell, the research team built an artificial intelligence model that can accurately map how an EV battery will degrade as it ages over time, potentially opening the door to safer and longer-lasting electric vehicle batteries.

According to new research conducted by a team at University College London, blocking the brain damage caused by glioblastoma could keep the patient’s brain working better for a much longer time and also slow the pace at which the tumor grows .

Several media outlets recently pulled down stories after discovering they were created with AI and falsely attributed to a supposed freelance journalist. According to a report from Press Gazette, six outlets—including Business Insider and Wired —deleted articles credited to a writer named “Margaux Blanchard,” who now appears to be a fictitious persona.

PowerBank (NASDAQ: SUUN) (Cboe CA: SUNN) (FSE: 103), a North American energy infrastructure developer and asset owner, announced that its 5.7 MW North Main St ground-mount solar project in upstate New York has completed its Coordinated Electric System Interconnection Review and will now advance to site permitting. The project is expected to qualify for New York’s Value of Distributed Energy Resources compensation mechanism with an estimated first-year average rate of US$0.0971/kWh. Once permitted and financed, construction will begin on the community solar initiative, which will deliver clean energy to the local grid while enabling renters, businesses and homeowners to subscribe for bill credits and savings. PowerBank, with over 100 MW of completed projects and a development pipeline exceeding 1 GW, said the project supports New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act goal of 6 GW of solar by 2025.

With pivotal phase 3 cancer trial results due in 2026 and multiple fast-tracked therapies advancing through late-stage development, Soligenix (NASDAQ: SNGX) stands at the threshold of potentially transforming treatment paradigms for rare diseases affecting millions of underserved patients worldwide. The Soligenix pipeline includes a novel photodynamic drug therapy, along with other innovative drug and vaccine technology, to tackle medical challenges where conventional treatments have failed to deliver meaningful solutions, recently reported on its progress so far this year ( https://ibn.fm/1dhGj ).

Energy Fuels (NYSE American: UUUU) (TSX: EFR), a U.S. producer of rare earth element oxides, and Vulcan Elements, a U.S. manufacturer of rare earth permanent magnets, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a resilient domestic supply chain for rare earth magnets independent of China. Rare earth magnets are critical to commercial and defense applications, including satellites, robotics, AI data centers, semiconductor fabrication, drones, defense systems, electric vehicles, consumer electronics, industrial motors and power tools.

Izotropic (CSE: IZO) (OTCQB: IZOZF) (FSE: 1R3), a medical device company focused on imaging-based products for breast cancer care, announced plans for a non-brokered private placement of up to 1.2 million units at $0.25 each to raise gross proceeds of up to $300,000. Each unit will include one common share and one transferable warrant exercisable at $0.50 for three years. Proceeds will be used for general working capital. The Company also extended the expiry of 2,841,325 warrants issued in September 2023 by one year to September 20, 2026, with all other terms unchanged. The warrant extension remains subject to final CSE approval.

McEwen (NYSE: MUX) (TSX: MUX) today highlighted results from strategic holding Goliath Resources Limited (TSX-V: GOT) (OTCQB: GOTRF) (FSE: B4IF), which announced assays from the Surebet discovery on its 100% controlled Golddigger Property in the Golden Triangle, British Columbia. Drill hole GD-25-337 returned 10.60 grams per tonne (g/t) gold over 22.82 meters, including 15.19 g/t Au over 15.71 meters, with subintervals of 37.28 g/t Au over 3.36 meters and 36.11 g/t Au over 3.08 meters. To date, Goliath has drilled 65 holes totaling 45,000 meters this season, with 50 holes and roughly 15,000 meters remaining, and is on track to complete its up to 60,000-meter 2025 program with nine rigs active. Management said Surebet continues to deliver exceptional high-grade gold results, reinforcing its potential as one of the most important new discoveries in the Golden Triangle since Eskay Creek.

GlobalTech (OTC: GLTK) is a U.S.-based technology holding company specializing in artificial intelligence (“AI”), big data, and digital infrastructure. Advancing toward a Nasdaq listing, the company balances internal innovation with strategic acquisitions to accelerate growth and long-term value creation.

Generative AI is no longer just a tech buzzword. It is now shaping how people shop online in the United States. According to new data from Adobe, traffic to American retail websites that comes from generative AI tools has grown by an incredible 4,700% in just one year. This means more shoppers are turning to platforms like ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, Claude, and Perplexity as their starting point before visiting ecommerce sites.

The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has published new tax credit guidance on renewable energy just weeks after the Trump administration accelerated the expiration of numerous green energy-related tax credits via a massive spending and tax bill, plunging the domestic green energy space into crisis.

Generative AI is no longer just a tech buzzword. It is now shaping how people shop online in the United States. According to new data from Adobe, traffic to American retail websites that comes from generative AI tools has grown by an incredible 4,700% in just one year. This means more shoppers are turning to platforms like ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, Claude, and Perplexity as their starting point before visiting ecommerce sites.

Legalizing recreational cannabis is proving to be an economic advantage for states that have adopted it, according to a recent Clever Offers study. The research links marijuana legalization to rising property values and billions of dollars in additional tax income, showing a clear advantage over states that continue to prohibit it.

SEGG Media (NASDAQ: SEGG, LTRYW), a global leader in sports, entertainment, and gaming, announced new motorsport initiatives for its Sports.com brand, underscoring motorsport as a key growth pillar. With the global motorsport market projected to expand by more than $10 billion by 2029, Sports.com aims to unite diverse fan bases through a single platform. At Daytona International Speedway, SEGG Media executives met with senior NASCAR officials alongside Veloce Esports Group Ltd. to discuss content rights, sponsorship frameworks, and leveraging Veloce’s digital reach to expand NASCAR’s global footprint. The talks focused on enhancing digital fan engagement, creating new sponsorship pathways, and delivering short-form and behind-the-scenes content to strengthen NASCAR’s connection with younger and international audiences.

Telecom giant Bell Canada recently announced the construction of six new AI data centers in British Columbia. Focused on creating a data center “supercluster,” the first center will be located in Kamloops and the second slated for Merritt by the end of the year. The move confirms the strategic positioning of Nicola Mining (TSX.V: NIM) (OTCQB: HUSIF), which is located in the Merritt community.

In a bold move to dominate America’s most lucrative boating market, Vision Marine Technologies (NASDAQ: VMAR) has locked in exclusive distribution rights for premium Nimbus Boats throughout Florida’s West Coast, positioning the company to capture a significant slice of the state’s massive $6.4 billion annual powerboat sales ( https://ibn.fm/T0MHH ). Vision Marine Technologies is revolutionizing the marine industry as a pioneering technology company that manufactures zero-emission electric boats while operating North America’s first integrated electric propulsion and multi-brand retail empire, bridging the gap between traditional boating and the sustainable future of watercraft.

LaFleur Minerals (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) continues to build scale in its exploration footprint. “The company recently staked an additional 32 mineral claims, extending the Swanson Project’s area to 18,304 hectares across 445 claims and one mining lease. This expansion increases the project’s strike length to over 33 kilometres and consolidates control over a major structural break in the Abitibi region… LaFleur’s ongoing work aims to integrate legacy data with new high-resolution surveys to define new mineralization zones,” reads a recent article.

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) (“D-Wave”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services, has announced a strategic development program to expand its capabilities in cryogenic packaging, designed to advance and scale both gate-model and annealing quantum processors. The initiative underscores the company’s focus on hardware innovation to support its long-term technology roadmap ( https://ibn.fm/WU30l ).

Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF), leveraging its RapidSX(TM) separation technology, is strategically positioned to become the North American gatekeeper for magnet-grade rare earth oxides. This comes as recent trade agreements with the European Union and Japan are unlocking massive investment that could reshape U.S. manufacturing, particularly for critical components such as permanent magnet materials.

Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ: LTRN), a clinical-stage biotechnology company leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to redefine oncology drug development, reported second-quarter 2025 results while outlining clinical progress, intellectual property gains, and new developments in its RADR(R) artificial intelligence platform. The company continues to advance multiple oncology drug candidates aimed at high-value markets, supported by a balance sheet that management says provides funding into June 2026 ( https://ibn.fm/xEtvR ).

The convergence of sports, entertainment, and technology is accelerating, and companies once limited by legacy models are racing to transform into platforms designed for modern fans. Fueled by shifting demographics, immersive content demand, and the rise of ethical, tech-enabled gaming, the space is ripe for disruption. That backdrop makes the recent rebrand of Lottery.com Inc. into SEGG Media (NASDAQ: SEGG, LTRYW) a timely and strategic evolution, not just in name but in mission and operational architecture.

The National Investment Banking Association (“NIBA”) will host its 151st Investment Conference on September 16–17 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, uniting emerging growth companies with top-tier investors, fund managers, and industry leaders. Known for driving more than $100 billion in capital raises and facilitating 90% of all IPOs under $20 million, NIBA is creating a high-impact platform where innovative businesses can gain visibility, secure funding, and forge lasting partnerships.

Social media platforms like Instagram are changing the way they show ads, making them harder for users to notice. Instead of the old-style banners that were easy to recognize, ads now blend into the feed and look like regular posts. They use high-quality images, humor, storytelling, and design that feels natural, which makes it difficult for people to tell the difference between real content and promotions.

Electric vehicle battery prices have plummeted to record lows in recent months, creating conditions that could dramatically accelerate EV adoption across global markets. According to industry data, lithium-ion battery costs for the vehicle sector recently reached approximately $57 for a kilowatt-hour of LFP battery chemistry and $61 for a kWh of NMC chemistry.

NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage : In one of South America’s most prolific gold belts, centuries of mining have left behind massive tailings piles, discarded material that, despite being overlooked for generations, still contains significant quantities of gold and silver. These legacy remnants represent both an environmental challenge and an untapped resource, as modern recovery techniques reveal just how much value remains locked within them. ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) ( Profile ) is at the forefront of addressing this opportunity in Colombia, where its newly announced, fully permitted joint venture in Bolívar highlights how advanced processing technology can transform mine waste into scalable, high-margin production. By mining responsibly, ESGold is not only unlocking hidden wealth but also turning environmental liabilities into sustainable growth. ESGold joins an impressive group of mineral miners — including Newmont Corp. (NYSE: NEM), Barrick Mining Corporation (NYSE: B), Franco-Nevada Corp. (NYSE: FNV) and Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd . (NYSE: AEM) — that are strengthening their positions in the global mining sector through…

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI), a leader in AI-powered defense and security solutions, announced it has entered into Memoranda of Understanding with Ondas Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ONDS) and Unusual Machines Inc. (NYSE: UMAC), both leaders in the U.S. drone industry. The collaboration aims to integrate Safe Pro’s patented drone imagery analysis and computer vision technologies, including its Safe Pro Object Threat Detection (SPOTD) system, into their hardware and software offerings. Designed to detect more than 150 types of threats such as landmines, cluster munitions and unexploded ordnance, SPOTD has already been deployed in Ukraine, where it has identified over 31,600 threats across nearly 20,000 acres. The partnerships are expected to enhance Ondas’ autonomous commercial and defense platforms and Unusual Machines’ FPV drone solutions, supporting applications for the U.S. military, NATO allies, public safety, and global humanitarian operations.

Vision Marine Technologies (NASDAQ: VMAR), a leader in high-voltage marine propulsion and multi-brand boat retail, announced that its E-Motion(TM) system remains the fastest electric boat technology globally, holding firm nearly two years after setting a 116-mph electric speed record at the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout with Shaun Torrente Racing. Since then, Vision Marine has advanced the E-Motion(TM) 180E from record-setting demo to commercial use, integrating the 180-horsepower high-voltage outboard into 25 boats across diverse recreational platforms, including pontoons, bowriders, dual consoles, center consoles, and catamarans.

According to the United States Energy Information Administration, developers indicate that half of new electricity generation capacity that will be brought online this year will come from solar energy . This conclusion was made from the findings of a recent survey that was conducted by the EIA.

In 2023, voters in Ohio approved the legalization of recreational cannabis for adults aged 21 and above. But while residents supported the measure at the ballot box, lawmakers have spent months debating if and how the law should be changed.

As rising wages, labor shortages, and shifting guest expectations strain traditional hospitality operations, forward-thinking companies are moving aggressively to automate. AI-powered robotics and automation are rapidly becoming indispensable tools for efficiency, consistency, and cost control. In this evolving landscape, Nightfood Holdings (OTCQB: NGTF) is positioning itself not only as a deployer of automation technology but as an integrated owner‑operator shaping the industry’s future.

The convergence of private credit and real estate investment has become a defining strategy for alternative finance companies seeking capital efficiency and risk management. Traditional lending models often rely on unsecured positions or narrow collateral pools, creating constraints on funding capacity and competitive positioning.

Copper’s importance has been well established in renewable energy, EVs, and grid modernization. Now artificial intelligence is emerging as a powerful new driver. Data centers powering AI workloads require immense amounts of copper for power distribution, thermal regulation, and efficient conductivity. Bloomberg analysts estimate the sector could need more than 400,000 tonnes of copper annually through the next decade, with cumulative usage topping 4 million tonnes by 2035.

Traders Fair 2025 is set to take the stage at the Kerry Hotel in Hong Kong on Dec. 10, 2025, bringing together traders, investors, fintech innovators, and financial educators from across the region and beyond. From the dynamic platform, ideas will come to life, where actions and connections will shape the sector. The event will showcase the latest fintech trends, solutions, and insights that resonate and shine the spotlight into the future of the financial industry.

Silvercorp Metals (NYSE American/TSX: SVM), a Canadian mining company producing silver, gold, lead, and zinc, has seen the legal challenge over its El Domo mining project in Ecuador come to an end. The country’s Constitutional Court unanimously dismissed a final challenge to the project’s environmental license, concluding a year-long judicial process that progressed through multiple levels of the Ecuadorian court system ( https://ibn.fm/K25Ad ).

NRx Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: NRXP), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, has submitted a formal Citizen Petition to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”), urging the agency to prohibit the use of benzethonium chloride in all ketamine products sold in the United States. According to the company, this chemical preservative presents known toxicity risks and is not Generally Recognized as Safe and Effective (“GRASE”) for pharmaceutical use in parenteral or topical formulations ( https://ibn.fm/kYR0g ).

AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ: ASTS), the company building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by everyday smartphones, closed $575 million in aggregate principal amount of convertible senior notes due 2032, including the full exercise of the purchasers’ option for $75 million. The financing boosts company resources to more than $1.5 billion in cash. The notes carry a seven-year maturity and an effective conversion price of $120.12 per share, supported by a capped call hedge that limits dilution to less than 1.5% at that level. AST SpaceMobile also announced a separate registered direct offering of about 5.8 million shares, with proceeds earmarked to repurchase $135 million of its outstanding 4.25% convertible senior notes, eliminating roughly $37.8 million in future interest. Roth Capital Partners acted as co-manager for the offering.

Fifty 1 Labs (OTC: FITY), through its subsidiary Fifty1 AI Labs, has entered a strategic partnership with ViRx@Stanford under the “BE READI!” (Biosecurity & Pandemic Preparedness Initiative). The collaboration will leverage Fifty1’s AI platform to repurpose existing drugs into antiviral therapies, accelerating rapid-response treatments for emerging viral threats where vaccines may take a year to deploy. The alliance will launch exploratory AI-driven projects aimed at expanding the antiviral toolkit, drawing on lessons from past pandemics such as COVID-19 and the 1918 influenza, with the goal of strengthening global health security and mitigating future mortality risks.

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI), a developer of AI-powered defense and security solutions, closed its previously announced $8 million private placement with strategic investors including Ondas Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ONDS) and Unusual Machines Inc. (NYSE: UMAC). The placement included 2,000,000 shares of common stock at $4.00 per share and warrants to purchase 2,000,000 shares at $6.00 per share, representing a potential investment of up to $20 million. Proceeds will support commercialization of Safe Pro’s patented AI technologies, including its Safe Pro Object Threat Detection (SPOTD) and Navigation Observation Detection Engine (NODE), as well as general working capital. Northland Capital Markets and Dawson James Securities, Inc. served as financial advisors.

Solowin (NASDAQ: SWIN), a financial services firm providing solutions across traditional and digital assets, announced the launch of its Dubai Operations Center and the start of its application for a Category 3C asset management license from the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The move builds on Solowin’s recent collaboration with CITIC Construction in Saudi Arabia and expands the Company’s compliant financial services footprint in the Middle East. Solowin also signed a memorandum of understanding with a UAE-based enterprise to accelerate market entry through established client networks. DIFC was chosen for its regulatory advantages, including a mutual recognition framework with Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission, which could streamline approval in as little as three months. CEO Peter Lok said the new hub strengthens connectivity between the Middle East and Asia and supports Solowin’s vision for a cross-regional “digital financial silk road.”

A couple of weeks after President Trump announced that basic copper imports would be exempted from tariffs, major electrical wire makers in America have begun increasing their prices, suggesting that consumers may face higher costs despite a sharp decline in metal prices.

Recent data points to a notable surge in electric vehicle purchases across South America, marking a major reversal of the region’s EV adoption trajectory after it spent most of the 2010s lagging behind the U.S., China, and Europe.

A new groundbreaking therapy could slow down or even reverse aging by recharging body cells with new “batteries” that provide new energy for bodily function. The new therapy utilizes mitochondria from the placenta of infants, which are then transplanted into older people or those suffering from diseases that are currently regarded as incurable.

AI is becoming a regular part of medical practice, helping doctors identify common health conditions through routine screenings. However, new research suggests that some specialists could start depending too heavily on the technology.

SEGG Media (NASDAQ: SEGG, LTRYW), will be on full display at the historic Milwaukee Mile this weekend as Louis Foster, Callum Ilott, and Seb Murray carry Lottery.com and Sports.com branding into the penultimate rounds of the 2025 NTT INDYCAR and INDY NXT by Firestone seasons. Foster, the 2024 INDY NXT champion at Milwaukee and current INDYCAR Rookie of the Year points leader, returns with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing featuring Sports.com across his car and helmet. Ilott, delivering back-to-back top-six finishes for PREMA Racing, will spotlight Lottery.com prominently on his helmet. Murray, making his Milwaukee race debut with Andretti Cape in Indy NXT, will run Lottery.com on the rear wing and Sports.com on the front wings. With visibility across cars, helmets, and racewear, SEGG Media’s flagship brands will receive global exposure on Fox, FS1, FS2, and Sky Sports F1.

Wheels Up Experience (NYSE: UP) announced the sale of Baines Simmons, Kenyon International Emergency Services, and Redline Assured Security to an unrelated third party for approximately $20 million in proceeds before expenses. The Company plans to reinvest the net proceeds into its fleet modernization strategy and for general corporate purposes. CEO George Mattson said the divestiture sharpens strategic focus, complements recently announced initiatives targeting $50 million in cost efficiencies, and supports Wheels Up’s path to profitable growth. The transaction aligns with ongoing efforts to streamline operations and advance the Company’s fleet simplification and modernization strategy.

Calidi Biotherapeutics (NYSE American: CLDI), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing targeted therapies to deliver genetic medicines to distal sites of disease, announced the closing of its underwritten public offering and the full exercise of the underwriters’ over-allotment option for gross proceeds of $6.9 million before deducting commissions and expenses. The Company sold 1,922,764 common stock units, each consisting of one share and one Series I warrant, and 1,528,000 pre-funded warrant units, each consisting of one pre-funded warrant and one Series I warrant. The offering included 450,000 common stock units purchased under the over-allotment option. Common Stock Units were priced at $2.00, while Pre-Funded Units were priced at $1.999. The Series I warrants, exercisable immediately at $2.00 per share, will expire five years from issuance. Ladenburg Thalmann & Co. Inc. acted as sole book-running manager, with Laidlaw & Company (U.K.) Ltd. serving as co-manager.

American households are paying higher power bills as the consequences of President Donald Trump’s controversial tariffs and renewable energy rollbacks begin to take effect. According to a recent report published by Climate Power, a Washington D.C.-based climate advocacy group, household energy bills across the country have surged by an average of 10% since President Trump assumed office.

Financial regulators in South Korea have directed crypto exchanges to pause the launch of any new crypto asset lending services. Officials say the move is necessary to reduce growing risks in the market and to give regulators time to create a clear set of rules.

The Supreme Court has allowed a new Mississippi law requiring age verification on social media sites to go into effect . The decision came after the court declined to block a lower court ruling that had supported the law. This law is different from a recent Texas law because it applies to all popular social media platforms, not just sites with sexually explicit content.

The American Trucking Associations (ATA) is calling on the Department of Transportation (DOT) to clarify how a pending federal plan to reclassify cannabis would affect drug testing for commercial drivers.

HeartBeam (NASDAQ: BEAT) recently secured two new U.S. patents that significantly enhance its intellectual property portfolio and strengthen its position in cardiac monitoring technology. Focused on delivering powerful, personalized insights into heart health through its innovative 3D ECG platform, the company now holds more than 20 U.S. and international patents, with additional applications pending. “HeartBeam’s vision is to make it easier for patients and physicians to monitor and diagnose cardiac symptoms outside of a medical facility,” said HeartBeam CEO Robert Eno. “The new patents add to our growing IP portfolio, enabling us to expand the reach and impact of our groundbreaking 3D ECG technology as we strive to transform the future of cardiac care.”

AI Maverick Intel (OTCID: BINP), in its most significant update yet, recently launched a next-generation prospecting engine. Designed to eliminate the need for sales development representative (“SDR”) teams, the comprehensive suite is capable of replicating entire segments of the sales pipeline. “By managing discovery questions, objections, and next-step scheduling, the platform now addresses the consultative side of selling,” CEO Wayne Cockburn said of the launch, explaining the approach that moves beyond typical efficiency tools. “In industries where meaningful conversations are critical, automating those interactions can accelerate deal flow and reduce acquisition costs.”

Platinum Group Metals (NYSE American: PLG) (TSX: PTM) is poised to meet growing demand as global industries search for scalable and sustainable energy solutions, and platinum has emerged as a critical component in the future of electrical applications. “The company’s primary focus is the development of large-scale platinum group metal resources in the Bushveld Complex, a region responsible for producing roughly 75% of the world’s platinum supply,” reads a recent article. “The company’s flagship project, the Waterberg Project, is one of the newest and largest undeveloped PGM resources in South Africa. It is specifically designed to support low-cost, bulk mechanized mining, ideal for supplying high volumes of platinum to markets increasingly driven by technological and environmental innovation.”

ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) (FSE: Z7D) recently announced the results of its Ambient Noise Tomography (“ANT”) survey, highlighting the potential for metals discovery at the historic Montauban gold and silver mine site covering 13,116 hectares (about 32,410 acres) of abandoned exploration 80 kilometers (49.7 miles) west of Quebec’s capital city. An article discussing this reads, “The ANT survey reaffirms that Montauban’s mineral system remains open at depth — both vertically and laterally, according to the company. Multiple zones across the property remain completely untested.”