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A new scientific review is challenging the foundations of U.S. drug law, arguing that the legal system governing controlled substances no longer reflects modern scientific understanding of risk.

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GlobalTech (OTC: GLTK) is entering a new phase of growth after its recent acquisition of 123 Investments Limited, doing business as Moda in Pelle (“MIP”). “The proposed transactions align with the company’s strategic approach of expanding AI and data-driven capabilities into global consumer retail, positioning technology as a driver of long-term value creation and operational efficiency,” reads a recent article. “Moda in Pelle is a renowned international footwear and accessories brand, famous for its solid retail presence across various markets. For GLTK, the proposed acquisition presents a unique opportunity to embed AI-powered tools directly into real-time retail operations. Some of the capabilities include inventory optimization, demand forecasting, supply chain intelligence, and customer analytics, strategic areas that are very important in global retail.”

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LIXTE Biotechnology (NASDAQ: LIXT) is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company leading efforts in addressing some of the pressing challenges in cancer treatment. Instead of developing standalone cancer drugs, the company is adopting a different strategy aimed at enhancing the overall effectiveness of existing immunotherapy and chemotherapy regimens through a novel biological target.

ParaZero Technologies (NASDAQ: PRZO), an aerospace defense company advancing smart, autonomous solutions for the global manned and unmanned aerial systems market, highlighted key industry trends and company milestones from 2025 that advanced its DefendAir counter-UAS platform, as global drone threats intensified across military, urban security and critical infrastructure environments. The Company cited strong growth in the counter-UAS market driven by increased use of low-cost commercial drones, rising global defense spending and demand for layered, modular and non-explosive solutions, particularly in urban settings, while noting DefendAir’s progress as a multi-layered, net-based interception platform that achieved a 100% success rate in controlled trials and reinforced ParaZero’s strategic positioning amid accelerating worldwide adoption of precision drone interception technologies.

HeartBeam (NASDAQ: BEAT), a medical technology company focused on advancing cardiac care through actionable cardiac insights, announced the appointment of Bryan Humbarger as chief commercial officer, effective Jan. 22, 2026. In the newly created role, Humbarger will lead commercial strategy and execution across key growth initiatives, including the limited launch of the recently cleared HeartBeam System for arrhythmia assessment, heart attack detection indication and a 12-lead ECG extended wear patch monitor, while expanding outreach to cardiology partners to validate real-world performance and establish reference sites for broader adoption.

For decades, human-machine interaction has been defined by increasingly refined touchscreens. From keyboards and mice to glass panels and gesture controls, the goal has been to make digital systems more intuitive and responsive. Yet as computing extends beyond phones and laptops into wearables, augmented reality, and robotics, touchscreens are beginning to show their limitations. Small screens, occluded displays, and hands-busy environments are driving demand for new input methods that are both natural and unobtrusive.

Hong Kong is placing increased strategic emphasis on the gold market as part of its broader ambition to enhance its position in the global commodities landscape. The Special Administrative Region is fast-tracking initiatives to establish itself as a leading international center for gold trading.

Germany is renewing its push for electric vehicle adoption, with the federal government confirming a new subsidy program aimed at encouraging more households to make the switch. The scheme applies to all new electric vehicles registered from January 1, 2026, even though applications will only open later in the year. Environment Minister Carsten Schneider says the updated incentives are designed to restart momentum after a sharp slowdown in private EV purchases.

Researchers at the University of Michigan (U-M) have developed a system that leverages both AI and machine learning to create a digital twin of a patient’s brain cancer in order to predict how that patient will respond to different treatments. This tool promises to take personalized cancer care a step higher.

As global leaders gather in Davos for the annual World Economic Forum (WEF), senior economists are offering reassurance to investors watching the rapid rise in AI spending. According to Christian Keller, Head of Economics Research at Barclays Investment Bank, the current surge in AI investment appears fundamentally different from past market manias and is unlikely to end in a sudden collapse.

Google is stepping up its push for cleaner power with the announcement of plans to secure nearly 1.2 gigawatts of carbon-free electricity for its U.S. data centers . Rising electricity demand from cloud computing and artificial intelligence is placing increasing strain on power grids nationwide. In response, Google is focusing less on carbon offsets and more on bringing new clean generation online in the same regions where its data centers draw power.

Global markets were jolted after President Donald Trump announced plans to impose new tariffs on eight European countries, linking the measures to renewed pressure over Greenland. The comments, posted on his Truth Social account, rippled quickly through financial markets and triggered heavy selling in cryptos, equities, and risk-sensitive assets.

China’s electric vehicle battery market recorded a major milestone in 2025, growing by more than 40 percent compared to the previous year. This rapid expansion shows how fast the country is moving toward electric mobility and strengthening its position as the global leader in EV battery production.

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$7.3 million from the California Cannabis Control Department (DCC). The funding will support studies that examine medical applications of cannabinoids, potential heart-related risks linked to marijuana consumption, and ways to better understand and respond to California’s illegal cannabis market.

Envirotech Vehicles (NASDAQ: EVTV) said a recently disclosed Nasdaq compliance matter is procedural and administrative in nature, arising from the need to formally complete routine annual proxy items following its annual meeting, and is not related to operating performance, financial condition, or business fundamentals, while reaffirming continued strategic momentum with AZIO AI. The company noted that a substantial portion of votes needed to establish quorum have already been received and that it is actively soliciting remaining votes to conclude the meeting in the ordinary course. EVTV emphasized that its operational alignment and collaborative workstreams with AZIO AI are advancing under a defined transaction and operating framework focused on scalable AI infrastructure, energy systems, and next-generation mobility and power solutions, adding that any potential merger or business combination would be subject to a separate shareholder vote in accordance with applicable securities laws, Nasdaq rules, and required disclosures.

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SuperCom (NASDAQ: SPCB), a global provider of secured e-Government, IoT, and cybersecurity solutions, has begun the year with a sequence of electronic monitoring (“EM”) contract awards across multiple jurisdictions. Since January, the company has disclosed three separate wins: a national-level EM contract in Western Europe, followed by second contract awards in Texas and Wisconsin, highlighting SuperCom’s continued expansion in the U.S. and internationally.

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As emerging technologies increasingly intersect with national security, infrastructure resilience and advanced materials development, companies are placing greater emphasis on leadership that understands both innovation and real-world operational demands. Experience in defense, aerospace and strategic risk assessment has become especially valuable as firms pursue cutting-edge research with broad civilian and government applications. With this in mind, Xeriant (OTCQB: XERI) has expanded the role of Brig. Gen. Blaine D. Holt (ret.), signaling a deeper commitment to disciplined innovation and advanced research.

LIXTE Biotechnology Holdings (NASDAQ: LIXT) is sponsoring the inaugural Good Health: Mind, Body & Soul Summit, an invitation-only event inspired by the music, legacy, and lived experiences of De La Soul and scheduled for Feb. 19 at Morehouse College in Atlanta. The Summit brings together leaders in health, culture, science, and community to advance health equity for Black men and families and is rooted in De La Soul’s song “Good Health,” written following the passing of founding member David Jolicoeur (Trugoy the Dove). Developed in collaboration with Blacksmith holdings, the program reflects De La Soul’s evolution from musical pioneers to wellness advocates and will feature discussions spanning cancer, heart disease, mental health, addiction, sleep, relationships, and intergenerational wellness. LIXT said the Summit aligns with its mission as a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company advancing cancer care through its first-in-class oncology compound LB-100 and its European research subsidiary, LIORA, while creating a space to connect scientific innovation with communities most impacted by health disparities.

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SKYX Platforms (NASDAQ: SKYX), announced it will launch its newly patented all-in-one ceiling plug and play SKYFAN and Turbo Heater at U.S. leading retailer Lowes, with management anticipating significant growth in its Lowes business during 2026. The Company said the product combines a ceiling fan with a built-in turbo heater to offer a safer and more efficient alternative to traditional space heaters while addressing a large year-round market opportunity across both winter and summer seasons. SKYX said production is underway with its manufacturing partners, the product will be offered in six colors for residential and commercial markets, and a broad rollout is expected in the first quarter of 2026 to align with the winter season.

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SEGG Media (NASDAQ: SEGG, LTRYW), dba Lottery.com Inc., today announced it has completed a registered direct offering of 2,449,857 shares of its common stock for gross proceeds of approximately $1.7 million, before deducting placement agent fees and offering expenses, with the offering price based on the average closing price for the five trading days prior to Jan. 16, 2026, and closing on Jan. 20, 2026. The Company said it intends to use the net proceeds primarily for general working capital, advancing previously announced acquisitions of revenue-generating, profitable, cash-flow positive businesses, and other corporate purposes. Dawson James Securities Inc. acted as sole placement agent. The Company also announced it has withdrawn from two previously disclosed financing arrangements, including agreeing in principle to terminate its December 2025 note and securities purchase agreement with Evergreen Capital Markets LLC, under which it received $500,000 and will not draw the remaining $2.0 million, and terminating its $150 million loan agreement with United Capital Investments London Limited, which the Company said is not expected to result in significant equity issuances or dilution.

The resource investment landscape is undergoing seismic shifts, and the Vancouver Resource Investment Conference (“VRIC”) is positioned as one of the most influential gatherings for investors, analysts, and resource-sector leaders in the world. Taking place January 25–26, 2026, at the Vancouver Convention Centre, VRIC continues to be a defining event for those seeking to navigate global macro trends and unearth opportunity in mining and commodities markets.

Lithium is a lightweight and highly efficient mineral with the ability to store energy for a significant amount of time. This explains why it remains in constant demand and why many consumers and industries favor lithium-ion batteries. Now, a recent study determined that the McDermitt Caldera may be home to one of the biggest deposits of lithium in the world.

A solid-state battery designed for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) is pushing EV charging into gas-station territory . Unveiled by Donut Lab at CES 2026, the new battery is designed to fully recharge an electric vehicle in around five minutes, a milestone the company says could remove one of the biggest barriers holding back mass EV adoption.

Scientists at Southampton University have created new antibodies that supercharge the immune system’s ability to identify and kill cancer cells. This approach involved clustering immune receptors in the body so that stronger signals can be sent out to the specialized cells responsible for zeroing in and killing cancer cells.

Every winter, many families revive a familiar ritual. Children rush to find a small elf that supposedly watched them overnight and moved before morning. The hunt is part of the excitement. As children grow older, that excitement often turns into doubt, with questions about whether the elf is magic or simply a parental story.

The International Renewable Energy Agency is calling for stronger and more coordinated efforts to expand equitable access to off-grid renewable energy, warning that recent progress is failing to reach many of the communities that need it most. While deployment has accelerated globally, IRENA says gaps remain particularly stark in remote and low-income regions where off-grid systems are often the only viable option for electricity access.

Europe’s crypto sector is beginning to see real-world consequences from regulations that, until recently, were largely theoretical. The EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework is now being applied across member states.

The cryptocurrency market is moving into a new phase, and Bybit believes the forces shaping it in 2026 will be very different from what traders are used to. In its latest outlook, the crypto exchange explains that large economic trends, government policy, and institutional activity are now becoming more important than the old patterns that once guided the market.

Safe & Green Holdings (NASDAQ: SGBX) formerly known as Safe & Green Holdings Corp. (formerly NASDAQ: SGBX), announced that it has completed its corporate rebrand and is now operating under the name Olenox Industries Inc., with its common stock continuing to trade on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the ticker symbol “OLOX.” The Company said the new name and ticker symbol were introduced to better reflect its position as a developer, designer, and fabricator of modular structures, building on a foundation established in 2007 to advance container-based construction through technology-driven, sustainable, and state-of-the-art modular building practices.

As the new year begins, many Americans are once again setting personal goals, but a new survey suggests cutting back on cannabis is low on the list compared with other habits. According to recent polling, people are more likely to resolve to drink less alcohol, stop using tobacco, or even spend less time on social media than to scale back cannabis use.

Beeline Holdings (NASDAQ: BLNE), a rapidly growing digital mortgage platform streamlining the path to homeownership, presented a series of operational and financial milestones from 2025 while setting out the company’s strategic priorities for the year ahead, according to a shareholder letter published by CEO Nick Liuzza on January 15, 2026. The letter provides investors with a detailed view of how the digital mortgage lender is now benefitting from a year of restructuring and platform development ( https://ibn.fm/j7DxI ).

Lixte Biotechnology Holdings (NASDAQ: LIXT) announced it will participate in the DealFlow Discovery Conference to be held Jan. 28–29, 2026, in Atlantic City, N.J. The company said Chief Executive Officer Geordan Pursglove will conduct one-on-one meetings with investors during the conference as LIXTE continues advancing LB-100, its first-in-class inhibitor of protein phosphatase 2A, through clinical development.

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Kairos Pharma (NYSE American: KAPA) announced it will participate in the DealFlow Discovery Conference to be held Jan. 28–29, 2026, at the Borgata Hotel, Casino & Spa in Atlantic City, N.J. The company said Chief Scientific Officer Neil Bhowmick will deliver a company presentation and conduct one-on-one meetings with investors during the event as Kairos continues advancing its clinical-stage oncology programs.

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Massimo Group (NASDAQ: MAMO) reported strong pre-order activity for its 2026 Sentinel Series fully enclosed HVAC utility terrain vehicles following its participation in AIMExpo 2026, held Jan. 7–9 in Anaheim, Calif. The company said it secured pre-orders for approximately 70–80 units during and immediately after the event, in addition to 50–60 pre-sales commitments received ahead of the show, representing multi-million-dollar revenue potential based on current pricing. Massimo said the demand reflects market validation for the Sentinel Series, which features a fully enclosed cab with factory-integrated heating and air conditioning and is positioned at an accessible price point compared with competing HVAC-equipped UTVs, as the company targets an initial rollout in the first quarter of 2026.

OptimumBank Holdings (NYSE American: OPHC), a community and business bank serving Florida, entered 2026 having completed a broad reworking of its capital structure, a process management describes as laying a clearer foundation for the company’s next phase of growth. The initiative, detailed in a January 5 announcement, reflects coordinated actions by OptimumBank’s largest institutional investor and key insiders, with an emphasis on transparency, alignment, and long-term flexibility ( https://ibn.fm/bvijW ).

Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ: LTRN) announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted Orphan Drug Designation to LP-284 for the treatment of soft tissue sarcomas, marking the third orphan designation for the program and the sixth overall across the company clinical pipeline. The designation expands LP-284 beyond hematologic malignancies into solid tumors and reflects its synthetic lethal mechanism targeting DNA repair deficiencies, which are common in adult soft tissue sarcomas. Lantern said the designation supports an accelerated regulatory pathway for LP-284 as it continues Phase 1 evaluation in B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphomas and advances development in additional rare cancer indications.

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI), a developer of AI-powered defense and security solutions, recently presented the company’s AI demining technology at a panel hosted by the Society of American Military Engineers (“SAME”) at a recent conference in Kyiv ( https://ibn.fm/Jlrp8 ).

A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions (NASDAQ: AZ) announced that it will hold its next annual and special meeting on March 31, 2026. The company said the meeting location, exact time, and additional related disclosures will be provided in due course.

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McEwen (NYSE: MUX) (TSX: MUX) announced its year-end 2025 mineral resource estimate for the Grey Fox Project within the Fox Complex in Timmins, Ontario, reporting 1.9 million indicated gold ounces and 436,000 inferred gold ounces calculated at a $3,000 per ounce gold price, reflecting a 23% increase in indicated resources compared with year-end 2024. The updated estimate incorporates both underground and open-pit mining scenarios ahead of a pre-feasibility study scheduled for Q2 2026 and highlights potential for further growth through the recently acquired Stroud Property, new drill results received after the resource cutoff date and mine and plant optimization. McEwen said Grey Fox is expected to play a key role in its objective of doubling production by 2030 as the Fox Complex transitions into a long-life mining operation.

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Earlyworks Co. announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Perpetual Markets Ltd., following which the company rebranded as Perpetuals.com Ltd. and began trading under the Nasdaq ticker symbol PDC, effective Jan. 20, 2026. The transaction integrates Perpetual Markets into the combined business, which develops software solutions bridging traditional financial markets and blockchain-based crypto markets through its exchange software suite, Kronos X(R), enabling regulated trading venues, including European Multilateral Trading Facilities, to operate with 24/7 self-clearing and blockchain-based settlement technology. The company also plans to operate its own Multilateral Trading Facilities in Europe later in 2026 and to introduce new tokenized products while leveraging proprietary machine-learning technology to develop AI-enhanced alternatives to traditional CFD and perpetual futures markets.

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Scientists have identified a compound produced by gut bacteria that sharply improves how tumors respond to immunotherapy, offering a potential breakthrough for patients who currently see little benefit from these treatments. The discovery centers on a small molecule called Bac429, which enhanced lung cancer treatment outcomes in mice and is now being developed into a drug suitable for human trials.

Artificial intelligence is changing the food and beverage industry faster than many people expected. What once depended heavily on human experience, long testing periods, and slow decision-making is now becoming smarter, faster, and more accurate. AI is no longer just a support tool. It is becoming a core system that helps companies create better products, reduce waste, and respond quickly to market changes.

Earth Science Tech (OTC: ETST) is a strategic holding company that builds value by acquiring and actively managing operating businesses in pharmaceuticals, telemedicine, healthcare services, real estate, and select consumer markets. The company focuses on controlling interests in subsidiaries where operational oversight, regulatory compliance, and disciplined scaling can drive durable growth.

The capture of Nicolas Maduro early this month brought into sharper focus Venezuela’s vast oil reserves and U.S. officials from President Trump to Howard Lutnick the Commerce Secretary and other leading politicians have been talking about how this resource could be tapped. However, Venezuela’s natural resources are a lot more than just oil, and Trump made mention of several others that the U.S. could tap. We explore some of those other resources that make this South American country an enviable source of needed minerals.

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As the legal marijuana sector enters another year of adjustment, new data points show an industry still working to find its footing. While some long-standing challenges remain unresolved, recent developments suggest parts of the market may finally be moving toward a more sustainable balance.

Behçet’s disease is a rare, chronic inflammatory condition that can cause recurrent, painful ulcers, eye inflammation and systemic complications that significantly affect quality of life. Because available treatments are limited and often inconsistent, clinical trial updates in this disease area carry particular importance. Soligenix (NASDAQ: SNGX) is reporting results from a phase 2a proof of concept study evaluating its investigational therapy, SGX945 (dusquetide), for the treatment of Behçet’s disease, representing a notable step forward in efforts to improve care for patients with this underserved condition.

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OptimumBank Holdings (NYSE American: OPHC) announced that it has been invited to present at the Emerging Growth Conference on Jan. 21, 2026, where Chairman Moishe Gubin will deliver a corporate presentation followed by a live question-and-answer session. The live, interactive online event will provide existing shareholders and the investment community with the opportunity to engage directly with management in real time. OptimumBank Holdings is scheduled to present at 9:40 a.m. Eastern time for approximately 30 minutes, and investors may submit questions in advance or during the event, with management addressing as many inquiries as time permits.

Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI) provided an update on its Solana-focused treasury strategy and recent operational milestones, reporting that since initiating its Solana treasury program in September 2025 the Company has generated more than 133,450 SOL in staking rewards while compounding SOL per share through disciplined deployment and on-chain yield generation. As of Jan. 15, 2026, Forward Industries held more than 6.98 million SOL in liquid treasury assets, with nearly all holdings staked through its validator infrastructure, generating a gross annual percentage yield of 6.73% before fees and outperforming top peer validators. During December, the Company announced that its SEC-registered shares became live on the Solana blockchain through Superstate’s Opening Bell platform, marking the first instance of a public company’s equity being usable directly within decentralized finance (“DeFi”), and also began testing its PropAMM on Solana with support from Galaxy Digital and infrastructure input from Jump Crypto. Management noted the Company maintains sufficient operating capital and carries no corporate debt.

Diagnos (TSX Venture: ADK) (OTCQB: DGNOF) (FWB: 4D4A), a pioneer in early detection of critical health issues using Artificial Intelligence-based technology, announced it has engaged Investor Brand Network (“IBN”) to provide corporate communication and awareness solutions. Under the one-year agreement effective Jan. 10, 2026, IBN will receive monthly compensation of US$6,400, payable in advance in cash from the Corporation’s funds. IBN will assist Diagnos in refining and strengthening its market awareness profile with the objective of maximizing shareholder value, is acting at arm’s length, and, together with its principals, holds no direct or indirect interest in the Corporation’s securities. The engagement remains subject to acceptance by the TSX Venture Exchange.

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Rail Vision (NASDAQ: RVSN) announced that its majority-owned subsidiary, Quantum Transportation Ltd., has achieved a technical breakthrough with the successful prototype development and validation of a first-generation transformer-based neural decoder designed to advance scalable quantum error correction. The Company said the code-agnostic solution demonstrated superior decoding accuracy and efficiency versus leading classical methods in comprehensive simulations across multiple quantum error correction codes and noise environments, supported by a completed intellectual property strategy. Management noted the milestone strengthens the strategic value of its investment in Quantum Transportation while the companies explore longer-term opportunities to apply advanced data analysis and computing methodologies alongside Rail Vision’s core railway safety technologies.

In early 2025, the Democratic Republic of Congo suspended cobalt exports in an effort to influence global prices and shift to a quota system. The country is the biggest producer of the metal, supplying over 70% of the world. Between 2026-2027, the country expects to export a total of 96,600 tons of the metal annually.