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Emergency rooms across Canada are seeing a significant increase in visits from marijuana users suffering from repeated, severe vomiting—a condition called cannabis hyperemesis syndrome (CHS). According to a recent study, cases of CHS have grown thirteenfold over an eight-year period, making up over 8,000 of nearly 13,000 marijuana-related ER visits during that time.

New Pacific (NYSE American: NEWP) (TSX: NUAG), a Canadian exploration and development company, is in a unique position to fill a critical and growing supply gap in the global silver market, with two large-scale projects in Bolivia. “The company’s progress is focused on advancing these assets through permitting in a country that remains geologically rich. The company’s two primary projects, Silver Sand and Carangas, are among the best undeveloped open-pit silver assets in the world. A preliminary feasibility study (‘PFS’) published in June 2024 highlights the strong potential of the flagship Silver Sand project, which is expected to deliver 12 million ounces of silver annually over a 13-year mine life… The Carangas Project’s preliminary economic assessment (‘PEA’), released in September 2024, outlines a low-cost open-pit mine that targets only the upper silver-lead-zinc zone to produce 6.6 million ounces of silver annually over a 16-year mine life… Together, these projects position New Pacific to potentially produce nearly 19 million ounces of silver per year, placing it in the upper ranks of primary silver producers, once both projects enter production.”

LaFleur Minerals (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) (FSE: 3WK0) a gold development company in Québec, has begun a fully funded 5,000-metre diamond drilling program at its Swanson Gold Project after receiving key permits. The company also completed an independent valuation of its Beacon Gold Mill, confirming the facility is in excellent condition with restart costs estimated at C$4.1 million versus a replacement value of over C$71.5 million. Additionally, LaFleur has expanded its Swanson land package to more than 18,300 hectares, positioning itself as a uniquely equipped junior miner with both a gold project and a fully permitted mill in a major mining district.

SolarBank (NASDAQ: SUUN) (Cboe CA: SUNN) (FSE: GY2) is a premier developer and owner of renewable and clean energy projects, specializing in distributed and community solar initiatives throughout Canada and the U.S. The company recently announced plans to begin holding bitcoin as part of its treasury reserves, marking SolarBank as one of the early adopters of what is becoming an increasingly common approach among publicly traded firms. “The concept of a bitcoin treasury strategy involves companies allocating a portion of their cash or reserves into the cryptocurrency. While it remains a relatively niche approach, a report by Reuters notes that 61 publicly listed companies not primarily focused on digital assets have now adopted such strategies,” reads an article discussing the move. “SolarBank says the decision is designed to align the company with emerging digital asset infrastructure while differentiating its utility-focused profile from competitors.”

Nicola Mining (TSX.V: NIM) (OTCQB: HUSIF) is positioned with a unique dual-revenue model in Canada’s mineral-rich British Columbia as global demand for copper, gold and silver surges amid the clean-energy transition. The company was featured in a recent article discussing why this emerging player deserves attention in today’s critical minerals market. The piece reads, “With the province’s only permitted third-party processing mill and high-potential exploration projects adjacent to Canada’s largest copper mine, Nicola offers investors exposure to both immediate cash flow and significant long-term upside… With its fully permitted mill generating stable revenue, a robust portfolio of high-grade exploration projects and a clear strategic vision, the company is poised for significant growth. As the global economy continues to pivot toward sustainable energy and advanced technologies, Nicola’s assets in British Columbia place it at the forefront of this transformative era in mining.”

NRx Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: NRXP), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing innovative treatments for suicidal depression and PTSD, is accelerating its push toward regulatory approval of NRX-100, a preservative-free intravenous ketamine formulation. “The company recently filed an application under the newly created FDA Commissioner’s National Priority Voucher (‘CNPV’) program, which promises significantly shortened review timelines for drugs that meet urgent U.S. health priorities,” reads an article discussing NRx. “In parallel, the company has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (‘ANDA’) for NRX-100 with a request for priority review. The two pathways, CNPV and ANDA, are expected to complement one another. Should the CNPV be granted, the drug could enter a Commissioner-led review program with integrated oversight from key FDA offices.”

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI), an AI-driven defense and security solutions provider, received a new order from a U.S. Government Contractor supporting Department of State demining operations in the Indo-Asia Pacific region. Scheduled for Q3 2025 delivery, the order includes ballistic and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) protective equipment. Safe Pro will also deploy and demonstrate its proprietary SpotlightAI(TM) drone-based computer vision platform for landmine detection. Following passage of the $30 billion One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), the Company is expanding to support the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) and plans broader integration of its SPOTD threat detection technology with military platforms like ATAK.

ONAR (OTCQB: ONAR), a leading marketing technology company and agency network, has appointed Mark Gazit to its Board of Directors. Gazit, renowned for his work in AI and cybersecurity, co-founded ThetaRay and served as its CEO for a decade, scaling it into a global leader in financial crime detection. ONAR CEO Claude Zdanow said Gazit’s expertise will help accelerate the company’s next phase of growth. Gazit praised ONAR’s AI-driven approach to middle-market marketing, citing its innovation and agency network expansion as key differentiators.

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) (“D-Wave”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services, has completed sales of $400 million in gross proceeds of its common stock in an at-the-market equity (“ATM”) offering, a move that strengthens its financial position as the company looks to scale operations and pursue strategic acquisitions. The raise, conducted between June 11 and June 27, was priced at an average of $15.18 per share. This represents a $9.08 or 149% premium to the $6.10 average price per share of the previous $150 million ATM program completed in January, according to the company ( https://ibn.fm/AYkup ).

Nutriband (NASDAQ: NTRB) is reminding shareholders of its upcoming 25% preferred stock dividend. Shareholders of record as of July 25, 2025, will receive one preferred share for every four common shares held, with the dividend payable on August 5. Each preferred share will be convertible to one common share upon FDA approval of Nutriband’s AVERSA Fentanyl product. Unconverted preferred shares will be eligible for annual cash dividends from company profits at the discretion of the board.

ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) has been spotlighted in an editorial by NetworkNewsWire (“NNW”) titled “A New Mining Model Built for Speed, Scale and Profit.” The feature underscores ESGold’s shift away from speculative exploration toward revitalizing legacy mining sites with known resources and existing infrastructure. This approach mitigates risk, shortens project timelines, and leverages rising mineral demand and high gold prices to unlock value.

SEGG Media (NASDAQ: SEGG, LTRYW), released further details on its strategic investment in Veloce Media Group, including Veloce’s July 12, 2025 acquisition of Quadrant, a motorsport and content brand co-founded by Formula 1 driver Lando Norris. Funded by the initial tranche of SEGG’s $7.59 million subscription agreement, the deal gives SEGG a 12.4% stake in Veloce and the option to increase to 51% ownership. With Veloce reporting $17.5 million in FY2024 revenue and 750 million monthly digital views, and Quadrant bringing strong brand equity and shareholders like Zak Brown and Adrian Newey, SEGG positions itself for high-growth dominance in digital motorsports media through its Sports.com division.

British Petroleum (BP), a multinational oil and gas company, announced recently that it expects gas and oil production for Q2 of 2025 to increase. This marks a continued shift in the company’s strategy as it renews its focus on fossil fuels in an effort to boost profitability amid investor pressure.

Something worrying is going on in America’s battery electric vehicle (BEV) industry. After years of making ambitious electrification plans, several carmakers in the country are delaying the launch of new models or canceling them entirely, largely in response to the Trump administration’s anti-electric vehicle stance.

A new study has found that individuals who are later diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) tend to visit their doctor more, are admitted to hospitals more, and visit emergency rooms more frequently decades before they are eventually diagnosed with MS in comparison to those who don’t develop the condition . This often happens more than 20 years before an MS diagnosis is made.

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company, xAI, revealed on Monday that its government-focused AI tool, “Grok for Government,” is now being adopted by the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD). The announcement follows a period of political tension, with Musk distancing himself from the Trump administration and publicly opposing high-deficit government spending.

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI), an AI-driven defense and security solutions provider, received a new order from a U.S. Government Contractor supporting Department of State demining operations in the Indo-Asia Pacific region. Scheduled for Q3 2025 delivery, the order includes ballistic and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) protective equipment. Safe Pro will also deploy and demonstrate its proprietary SpotlightAI(TM) drone-based computer vision platform for landmine detection. Following passage of the $30 billion One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), the Company is expanding to support the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) and plans broader integration of its SPOTD threat detection technology with military platforms like ATAK.

In an environment where digital ad spending is increasingly scrutinized for return on investment, many mid-sized companies face a dilemma: how to achieve measurable marketing results without access to enterprise-level tools or sprawling internal teams. This challenge is growing in urgency as the advertising landscape becomes more fragmented, data-driven, and AI-powered.

LaFleur Minerals (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) (FSE: 3WK0) a gold development company in Québec, has begun a fully funded 5,000-metre diamond drilling program at its Swanson Gold Project after receiving key permits. The company also completed an independent valuation of its Beacon Gold Mill, confirming the facility is in excellent condition with restart costs estimated at C$4.1 million versus a replacement value of over C$71.5 million. Additionally, LaFleur has expanded its Swanson land package to more than 18,300 hectares, positioning itself as a uniquely equipped junior miner with both a gold project and a fully permitted mill in a major mining district.

Soligenix (NASDAQ: SNGX) is reporting encouraging interim outcomes from the ongoing investigator-initiated study (“IIS”) of its HyBryte(TM) (synthetic hypericin) program, under the direction of Ellen Kim, MD, director of the Penn Cutaneous Lymphoma Program. Kim is a leading enroller in Soligenix’s phase 3 FLASH study and serves as principal investigator for the confirmatory phase 3 FLASH2 trial, which recent data from the IIS indicates is delivering promising treatment success in early-stage cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (“CTCL”).

Recent data from the California Energy Commission has revealed that California achieved a new renewable energy milestone in 2023: drawing 67% of its retail electricity supply from wind, hydropower, solar, and other renewable sources, up from 61% in 2022. The previous record was 64% renewable energy in 2019, just a year after former California Governor Jerry Brown signed a state law designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.

Bitcoin has broken past the $120,000 mark for the first time, setting a new record and signaling a pivotal moment for the crypto market. The surge comes just ahead of what’s shaping up to be an important week for the industry in Washington.

As Bitcoin cements its place in the global financial system, governments around the world are beginning to treat it as more than just a speculative asset. Leading the pack are the United States and China, which now hold the highest amount of Bitcoin among all governments globally. Their involvement marks a significant shift in how nations approach cryptocurrency in a time of economic uncertainty and digital transformation.

CNS Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: CNSP), a biopharma company focused on treating brain and CNS cancers, will implement a 1-for-12 reverse stock split effective July 22, 2025. Its common stock will continue trading under the symbol CNSP but with a new CUSIP number: 18978H508. Each 12 shares of common stock will convert into one, with proportional adjustments to warrants and equity awards. No fractional shares will be issued—holders will receive cash instead. The authorized share count will be reduced to 25 million, while par value remains $0.001. The move is designed to affect all shareholders uniformly.

As Delaware gears up to launch adult-use cannabis sales next month, a bill under consideration could shift the balance of power between state and local governments when it comes to cannabis zoning. Governor Matt Meyer is currently reviewing Senate Bill 75, which would establish statewide zoning rules for marijuana businesses and override local regulations.

The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) an $18.4 million grant to accelerate its RapidSX(TM) rare-earth separation technology at the Louisiana Strategic Metals Complex (“SMC”), underscoring a decisive shift toward reshoring critical minerals production. With China currently controlling roughly 80% of global rare-earth refining, the SMC project (aided by Louisiana’s $15 million incentive package) aims to produce 2,000 tonnes of rare-earth oxides annually by late 2024 and expand to 7,500 tonnes by 2027. The facility’s efficient RapidSX(TM) process delivers heavy rare-earth elements in days from a smaller footprint, directly challenging Chinese dominance and bolstering U.S. supply chain resilience.

Fusion Fuel Green (NASDAQ: HTOO), through its hydrogen advisory subsidiary Bright Hydrogen Solutions Ltd, has signed an agency agreement with Houpu Global Clean Energy Co., Ltd., a leading Chinese hydrogen refueling technology provider. Under the deal, BrightHy becomes Houpu’s authorized agent across Iberia and Latin America, promoting and delivering its hydrogen product portfolio. The partnership supports Fusion Fuel’s strategy to expand clean mobility and industrial decarbonization projects by combining Houpu’s engineering capabilities with BrightHy’s local market expertise and technical support.

Beeline Holdings (NASDAQ: BLNE), a tech-forward real estate platform, has been initiated at Buy by Ladenburg Thalmann with a $4.50 price target. Analyst Glenn G. Mattson cited Beeline’s AI-enhanced digital mortgage and title platform as a disruptive force in serving the growing base of digital-first homebuyers with non-traditional income. With new tools like BlinkQC, which automates mortgage quality control, and a 47% stake in AI sales engine MagicBlocks, Beeline is expanding its reach into SaaS and consumer lending automation.

Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ: MULN), announced plans to change its name to Bollinger Innovations, Inc., with NASDAQ approving the new ticker symbol BINI. The effective date for the name and symbol change is pending. As part of the rebrand, the Company’s Oceanside, California, Commercial Vehicle Center will now operate under the Bollinger Innovations name. Mullen’s commercial EV lineup includes the Mullen ONE (Class 1), Mullen THREE (Class 3), and the Bollinger B4, a newly designed Class 4 electric truck with a 185-mile range and 7,325-pound payload. All vehicles are federally certified and CARB-compliant.

Brera Holdings (NASDAQ: BREA), an Ireland-based international holding company focused on expanding its global portfolio of men’s and women’s sports clubs through a multi-club ownership (“MCO”) strategy, is tapping two converging trends reshaping professional sports ownership: the influx of capital from private family offices and the rising demand for democratized access to sports as an asset class.

ONAR (OTCQB: ONAR), a marketing-technology firm and agency network, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Retina.ai, a leading AI marketing intelligence platform known for early customer value prediction. ONAR will merge Retina.ai with its Cortex predictive analytics engine, enhancing its ability to forecast customer lifetime value (CLV), churn, and campaign ROI before ad spend. Used by brands like Unilever and Dollar Shave Club, Retina.ai strengthens ONAR’s SaaS offerings, unlocks cross-sell potential, and further integrates real-time data insights across its portfolio. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Knightscope (NASDAQ: KSCP), a leader in autonomous security robots and AI technologies, has entered a two-year agreement with Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: PLTR) to join its FedStart program, enabling faster entry into the U.S. federal marketplace. The partnership gives Knightscope access to a FedRAMP High and DoD IL5-accredited environment, onboarding services, and direct Authority to Operate (ATO) support—crucial for deploying AI-driven security solutions in secure government settings. Operating via Palantir-managed AWS GovCloud infrastructure, Knightscope aims to scale its mission-critical technology amid growing national focus on robotics and AI for defense and public safety.

Fifty 1 Labs (OTC: FITY) announced a strategic partnership and intent to acquire Vancouver-based BioSpark AI Technologies Inc., a leader in AI and large language model technologies. The alliance merges BioSpark’s literature mining platform with Fifty1’s predictive modeling to extract real-world clinical insights at scale—unlocking overlooked therapeutic patterns for drug repurposing. The partnership will support rapid identification of new formulations focused on performance health and preventative care, with proprietary delivery systems. The move reinforces Fifty1 AI Labs’ vision to lead in AI-powered functional medicine by integrating structured clinical data with advanced Bayesian inference and human-AI collaboration.

ONAR (OTCQB: ONAR), a marketing-technology firm and agency network, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Retina.ai, a leading AI marketing intelligence platform known for early customer value prediction. ONAR will merge Retina.ai with its Cortex predictive analytics engine, enhancing its ability to forecast customer lifetime value (CLV), churn, and campaign ROI before ad spend. Used by brands like Unilever and Dollar Shave Club, Retina.ai strengthens ONAR’s SaaS offerings, unlocks cross-sell potential, and further integrates real-time data insights across its portfolio. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage : For years, the mining industry has revolved around high-risk, capital-intensive exploration, where the odds of success are slim—often it’s a one-in-a-thousand discovery that leads to a viable operation, with the majority of junior miners never making it to production. In addition, investors are frequently diluted, and project timelines can extend over decades. At scale, most mining ventures are unattractive to investors due to their cyclical nature, massive capital requirements, and significant permitting and execution challenges. ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) ( Profile ) is taking a different approach. Rather than pursuing speculative exploration, ESGold focuses on reviving past-producing or legacy-mining sites — locations with established resource volumes, historical grades and existing infrastructure. These sites weren’t abandoned due to resource depletion or economic infeasibility, but rather because prior operators lacked the necessary resources to fully realize their potential. With gold prices at historic highs and demand for minerals across the board surging, this is an opportune moment for experienced, well-capitalized companies to secure their place in a revitalized market that’s drawing renewed attention from Wall Street. ESGold is focused on becoming a key player in a high-quality group of mineral miners, including Teck Resources Ltd. (NYSE: TECK) (TSX: TECK), Alamos Gold Inc. (NYSE: AGI) (TSX: AGI) , Pan American Silver Corp. (NYSE: PAAS) (TSX: PAAS) and…

Last week, Trump announced that a 50% tariff would be imposed on copper imports from August 1st. This announcement raised concerns, particularly among auto manufacturers and suppliers, as the tariffs would make it harder for them to shoulder the rising costs and taxes.

Japanese electronics manufacturer Panasonic is rethinking production timelines for its battery plant in Kansas amidst shifting politics in the U.S. and a decline in battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales. First announced in 2022, the $4 billion De Soto battery production plant was billed as the biggest economic development project in Kansas history. After two years of construction, the 4.7 million-square-foot facility was launched with much aplomb on July 14 in a grand opening that featured a traditional Japanese ceremony for marking new beginnings.

Lung cancer, one of the most common types of cancer, has for a long time been known to largely develop among smokers. However, recent studies have established that around one quarter of people diagnosed with lung cancer has never smoked. This has baffled the scientific community as there was no clear explanation why such a significant proportion of lung cancer patients didn’t have a history of smoking.

The rapid rise of AI has sparked fears of widespread job loss and a crumbling career ladder. While AI is expected to change the nature of some roles, experts suggest it could also open up new employment opportunities for many.

SEGG Media (NASDAQ: SEGG, LTRYW), has made a strategic investment in Veloce Media Group, a leading digital motorsports and gaming platform, as part of its buy-and-build strategy under the Sports.com brand. The £40 million ($53 million USD) pre-money deal will be executed in two tranches, with SEGG holding a call option to acquire a 51% stake. Veloce, which recently acquired Lando Norris–backed Quadrant, reported $17.5 million USD in revenue for the fiscal year ended March 2025 and attracts over 750 million monthly views. The investment strengthens SEGG’s position in immersive sports content and motorsports media while targeting Gen-Z and millennial fans globally.

The tariff war between the United States and other countries, particularly China, has created a greater awareness of the tenuous U.S. position in terms of its reliance on China for essential materials for key products. That became even clearer earlier this year when China imposed export licensing restrictions on seven medium and heavy rare-earth elements — specifically samarium, gadolinium, terbium, dysprosium, lutetium, scandium and yttrium — as retaliation for U.S. tariffs, significantly tightening the supply of elements critical for aerospace, defense and other industries ( https://ibn.fm/HYY5u ).

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI), a developer of AI-powered drone imagery solutions for defense and security applications, has been initiated with a Buy rating and $8 price target by Litchfield Hills Research. Analyst Theodore R. O’Neill cited SPAI’s patented mine detection technology—proven in Ukraine—as a 21st-century answer to outdated demining methods. The company’s SpotlightAI(TM) platform, capable of detecting threats in under 0.2 seconds, operates via cloud or edge computing and has already processed over 1.6 million drone images. The company is further supported by strong intellectual property protections and growing demand from global humanitarian and military efforts.

Bionoid Pharma (OTC PINK: BINP) has announced the full rollout of its next-generation AI prospecting engine, designed to automate the research, engagement, and qualification of sales prospects without increasing headcount. The platform unifies millions of data points to deliver real-time insights and context-aware communication, supporting both transactional and consultative sales. CEO Wayne Cockburn emphasized that the system now handles discovery, objections, and scheduling—key functions typically performed by human reps. The platform, which enables companies to streamline complex sales processes through AI-driven conversations, is available immediately with same-day deployment.

FingerMotion (NASDAQ: FNGR), a mobile services, data and technology company, reported revenue of $8.46 million for Q1 FY2026, a 1% year-over-year increase. While its core Telecommunications Products & Services business saw a 1% decline to $8.31 million, emerging segments showed growth: the DaGe Platform generated $10,938 in revenue, and the Command and Communication segment contributed $109,241. The Big Data segment posted $27,310. Gross profit fell 78% to $152,521 due to rising costs, while operating expenses declined 9% to $2.14 million. Net loss widened to $2.01 million, or $0.04 per share. CEO Martin Shen noted momentum in newer, higher-margin segments and reaffirmed the Company’s focus on long-term, data-driven growth.

Energy Fuels (NYSE American: UUUU) (TSX: EFR), a leading U.S. producer of uranium, rare earth elements (“REEs”) and vanadium, today announced that it has achieved commercial production of separated neodymium-praseodymium (“NdPr”) at its White Mesa Mill in Utah. According to the announcement, the NdPr produced by Energy Fuels meets applicable product specifications of REE metal makers who specialize in the manufacture of REE-based alloys required for the permanent magnets widely used for electric motors in both battery powered electric vehicles (“EVs”) and dual power hybrids. Further, Energy Fuels is now able to produce this “on-spec” NdPr at the full design capacity of its new phase 1 REE separation circuit (850 to 1,000 metric tons “tonnes” of NdPr per year). The company expects to have commercial quantities of separated NdPr available for shipment by the end of this month. Energy Fuels believes this is the first time in several decades that a U.S. company has produced on-spec separated REE from monazite on a commercial scale.

SEGG Media (NASDAQ: SEGG, LTRYW) is a global sports, entertainment, and gaming company redefining how audiences connect with content through immersive technology and ethical engagement. Formerly known as Lottery.com Inc., the company recently completed a comprehensive corporate transformation, rebranding as SEGG Media (short for Sports Entertainment Gaming Global Media ) to reflect its new strategic direction and structural overhaul.

Cybin (NYSE American: CYBN) (NEO: CYBN), a clinical-stage neuropsychiatry company, announced UK MHRA approval to initiate EMBRACE, the second pivotal trial in its Phase 3 PARADIGM program evaluating CYB003, a proprietary deuterated psilocin analog for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). CYB003 previously received Breakthrough Therapy Designation from the U.S. FDA. EMBRACE will enroll 330 patients with moderate to severe MDD across 60 global sites. Participants will receive either 16 mg, 8 mg of CYB003, or placebo, with the primary endpoint being change in MADRS score at six weeks. CEO Doug Drysdale cited growing clinical and regulatory support for psychedelic-based treatments and pointed to esketamine’s $1.7 billion annual run rate as a sign of sector momentum.

For most of their existence, photovoltaic solar panels have maintained the same form factor: dark, opaque panels that are typically placed on the roof (or the ground) to convert solar energy into electricity. Scientists from Michigan State University have now developed a revolutionary new design that ditches the traditional form factor for a completely new one: transparent panels.

Bitcoin surged past $120,000 on Monday for the first time, reaching a new all-time high and fueling optimism in the cryptocurrency world. Investors have grown increasingly confident this week as U.S. lawmakers prepare to take up key crypto legislation, a development that many in the industry have long anticipated.

Major U.S. banks are expected to report higher profits this quarter, and the main reason is a surprising comeback in investment banking. After months of slow deal activity due to global tensions and uncertainty, big banks like JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Citigroup are now seeing signs of recovery.

A tragic incident unfolded during immigration raids on two marijuana farms in Southern California, resulting in the death of a farmworker. The worker, identified as Jaime Alanis, passed away from injuries sustained after falling nearly 30 feet during one of the operations.

Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) is positioning as the U.S. takes aggressive steps to secure domestic sources of rare earth elements (“REEs”)—materials essential for defense systems, electronics and clean energy. A recent article discusses Ucore’s significant milestone in this effort, indicating the company secured an $18.4 million funding agreement from the U.S. Department of Defense (‘DoD’) to support the development of its domestic rare earth processing facility. “The project represents a major step toward American independence in the global REE supply chain, which is currently dominated by China… Ucore’s Strategic Metals Complex (‘SMC’) in Alexandria, Louisiana, aims to become a cornerstone of American rare earth processing capability. The SMC will utilize Ucore’s Proprietary RapidSX(TM) technology, which offers a more efficient and environmentally sustainable alternative to conventional solvent extraction methods… The plant is designed to separate both light and heavy REEs, including neodymium, praseodymium, dysprosium and terbium, which are crucial for permanent magnets used in electric motors and defense systems.”

Nightfood Holdings (OTCQB: NGTF) is pioneering its integration into hospitality through artificial intelligence (“AI”)-driven service robotics and Robotics-as-a-Service (“RaaS”) tailored for hotels and restaurants. A Forbes Innovation piece recently underscored how enterprise robotics are becoming indispensable, requiring thoughtful integration and oversight. “Nightfood Holdings takes these insights and applies them directly to hospitality, deploying AI-driven robots across operations, embedding them in a scalable RaaS model and using property acquisitions as living laboratories,” reads an article discussing this. “With increasing labor shortages and guest expectations climbing, Nightfood is proving that robotics in hospitality can be both practical and transformative. For investors or hoteliers seeking a tested, integrated pathway into automated service, NGTF is making big waves in shaping hospitality’s high-tech future.”

NRx Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: NRXP), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, is executing a dual growth strategy focused on expanding its national network of mental health clinics through its subsidiary, HOPE Therapeutics, and advancing its proprietary NMDA-based therapies toward FDA approval. HOPE recently announced plans to deploy $10.3 million in total acquisition capital to purchase clinics that provide interventional psychiatric care focused on neuroplastic therapies like transcranial magnetic stimulation (“TMS”) and ketamine. The clinics are projected to generate $15 million in 2025 revenue, with additional acquisitions in discussion that could add another $20 million. At the same time, NRx is progressing NRX-100, a preservative-free IV ketamine therapy for suicidal depression, and NRX-101, an oral therapy for bipolar depression with suicidality or akathisia—both of which have received expedited regulatory designations from the FDA.

Foremost Clean Energy (NASDAQ: FMST) (CSE: FAT) today announced it has exercised its option to acquire full ownership of the 2,476-acre Jean Lake Lithium-Gold Project in Manitoba’s Snow Lake District. The Company secured the property with a final cash payment of $75,000 and the issuance of $75,000 in common shares to Mount Morgan Resources Ltd., completing a total purchase of $250,000 in cash and 47,299 shares while meeting exploration spend requirements. Mount Morgan retains a 2% NSR, with Foremost holding the right to buy back 1% for $1 million. Initial drilling returned high-grade results, including 7.50 g/t Au over 7.66m and 1.26% Li₂O over 3.35m. CEO Jason Barnard emphasized the project’s potential and strategic value amid high gold prices, while also expressing solidarity with Snow Lake residents and First Nations partners affected by ongoing wildfires.

ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) today announced its inclusion in an editorial by NetworkNewsWire (“NNW”) titled “A New Mining Model Is Emerging — And Wall Street Is Paying Attention.” The feature highlights ESGold’s strategy of redeveloping past-producing and legacy mine sites with known volumes and existing infrastructure, positioning the Company as a lower-risk alternative to traditional high-capex exploration models. With gold prices at record highs and demand for minerals surging, ESGold’s focus on overlooked assets offers a compelling value proposition amid renewed investor interest.

SolarBank (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., is positioning itself to navigate and benefit from rapidly evolving policy developments in both the United States and Canada. As lawmakers on both sides of the border adjust clean energy timelines, incentives, and infrastructure priorities, the solar and battery storage developer is adapting its strategy to maintain momentum and secure investor value ( https://ibn.fm/KhbAn ).

Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ: LTRN), a biotech company leveraging its RADR(R) AI platform to accelerate precision oncology drug development, has engaged IBN to lead its corporate communications strategy. With clinical programs targeting lung, brain, breast, and blood cancers—including three AI-guided candidates and a CNS-focused subsidiary—Lantern is advancing multiple FDA-designated therapies in active trials. The partnership with IBN aims to expand investor awareness as Lantern pursues key milestones across its data-driven, biomarker-informed pipeline.

Sekur Private Data (CSE: SKUR) (OTCQB: SWISF) (FSE: GDT0), a Swiss-hosted cybersecurity and communications provider, has increased pricing across all service tiers in response to heightened demand driven by rising Business Email Compromise (BEC) and AI-driven attacks. Targeting high-value clients in sectors like finance, law, and government, Sekur aims to boost average revenue per user by at least 50%. New features include alias emails, SEC-compliant message archiving, and white-label capabilities. Sekur’s proprietary, non–data mining platform offers secure communication without relying on big tech infrastructure.

Oragenics (NYSE American: OGEN), a biotechnology company developing intranasal therapeutics for brain-related conditions, today announced a manufacturing agreement with Sterling Pharma Solutions for the GMP production of its lead drug candidate, ONP-002, targeting concussion. Sterling will produce ONP-002 at its Cary, North Carolina facility under cGMP conditions to support Oragenics’ planned Phase IIb trials, expected to begin next year. The agreement marks a key milestone as Oragenics secures domestic manufacturing to streamline clinical development and regulatory progress. CEO Janet Huffman called the partnership “a critical milestone” that reinforces the company’s commitment to U.S.-based innovation and quality.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly changing how people work. Big tech companies like Microsoft and Amazon have started reducing their staff as AI becomes more advanced. Because of this, universities are now thinking about how to train students better for a future where AI is everywhere. The University of Washington (UW), especially its Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering, is one of the schools making big changes to its computer science program.

Findings from a recent study suggest that the herpes virus can be modified into an effective treatment for some types of advanced melanoma. Conducted by researchers from the University of Southern California’s Keck Medicine of USC, the clinical trial looked into the feasibility of deploying cancer-fighting herpes virus against advanced skin cancers.

NanoViricides, Inc. (NYSE American: NNVC), a clinical-stage pioneer in host-mimetic nanomedicine, affirmed its preparedness to address the continued global MPox threat following the WHO’s extension of the Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). The company emphasized the potential of NV-387, its broad-spectrum antiviral, which has completed Phase I trials with a strong safety profile and is advancing toward Phase II trials in Africa. Unlike existing treatments such as tecovirimat and brincidofovir—both showing limited efficacy or adverse effects—NV-387 mimics human cell features to block viral entry, potentially avoiding resistance. The company sees the upcoming trial as a key step toward unlocking multi-billion-dollar markets, including government bioterrorism stockpiles.

Fusion Fuel Green (Nasdaq: HTOO) a green hydrogen and energy solutions provider, today issued a shareholder update outlining key 2025 developments. The Company completed a 1-for-35 reverse stock split effective July 14 to regain Nasdaq compliance. Following the 2024 insolvency of its Portuguese subsidiary, Fusion Fuel acquired a controlling stake in Quality Industrial Corp. and its operating unit Al Shola Al Modea Gas Distribution LLC (“Al Shola Gas”), targeting $20 million in 2025 revenue. Al Shola has booked $7.4 million in new contracts since November and added over 1,800 residential and two commercial service agreements, generating $0.9 million in recurring annual revenue. Fusion Fuel also raised $2.58 million through convertible notes and secured a $25 million equity line to stabilize its capital structure. In May, the Company agreed to acquire a UK-based fuel distributor for approximately £50 million and Bright Hydrogen Solutions Ltd. (“BrightHy Solutions”) signed an agency agreement with Sungrow Hydrogen Sci. & Tech. Co. Ltd. to deploy electrolyzer systems in Iberia. CEO John-Paul Backwell said the Company has addressed legacy issues, injected fresh capital, and built momentum through Al Shola and BrightHy, with a clear path to long-term shareholder value.

Heavy metal resource developer ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) is busy readying the launch of its revenue-generation strategy, which engages tailings cleanup operations and mineral reuse plan at the historic Montauban mine site. At the same time, the company continues its long-term vision for gold and silver exploration at the Canadian mine.

Silvercorp Metals (TSX: SVM) (NYSE American: SVM) reported preliminary results for Q1 Fiscal 2026 ended June 30, with revenue rising 13% year over year to approximately $81.3 million. Silver production rose 6% to 1.8 million ounces, with silver equivalent output up to 2.0 million ounces. Lead output climbed 1% to 15.7 million pounds, while zinc production fell 19% to 5.2 million pounds. The Ying Mining District drove performance with a 28% increase in ore processed, boosting gold output 79% to 2,050 oz. Exploration and development advanced across multiple sites, including continued drilling at Ying and GC and ramp development at the newly launched Kuanping mine. Full Q1 financials will be released after market close on August 7, 2025.

SEGG Media (NASDAQ: SEGG, LTRYW), formerly Lottery.com, announced a CUSIP number change as part of its corporate rebrand and ongoing efforts to combat illicit trading activity. The move aims to enhance market transparency and counter suspected naked short selling that has impacted trading. Now trading under the SEGG ticker, the company is working with counsel at Paul Hastings LLP to pursue regulatory action while advancing its global expansion in sports, entertainment, and gaming.

BioAdaptives (OTC Pink: BDPT), a wellness innovator, announced the national rollout of NeuroRush(TM), its next-generation nootropic aimed at enhancing mental clarity, cognitive endurance, and stress adaptability. Following strong results in test markets, the adaptogen-based formula will launch in August/September 2025 in two versions—one with natural caffeine and one caffeine-free. Formulated with clinically studied ingredients like Rhodiola, Ashwagandha, and Bacopa, NeuroRush(TM) supports brain health without the crash of stimulants. The product will be available online and through strategic wellness partners.

Intelligent Bio Solutions (NASDAQ: INBS), a medical tech firm specializing in non-invasive testing, has signed a global distribution agreement with SMARTOX(R) to introduce the SmarTest Patch drug detection product to markets outside the U.S. and Canada. The SmarTest Patch enables continuous, sweat-based drug monitoring and complements INBS’s fingerprint-based testing already distributed by SMARTOX in the U.S. forensic market. This move supports INBS’s international growth strategy and adds a new revenue stream as the global drug testing market heads toward $18.6 billion by 2030.

Kairos Pharma (NYSE American: KAPA), a clinical-stage biopharma company advancing cancer therapeutics, will participate in the H.C. Wainwright 27th Annual Global Investment Conference, scheduled for September 8–10, 2025, at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel in New York City. The company will host one-on-one meetings and deliver a presentation available virtually via kairospharma.com.

Nicola Mining (TSX.V: NIM) (OTCQB: HUSIF) has taken a significant step in fostering industry collaboration and bolstering regional gold development with its announcement of a $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.

Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ: MULN), through its subsidiary Bollinger Motors, announced that August will present a prime opportunity to purchase commercial EVs as New York’s Truck Voucher Incentive Program (NYTVIP) is set to be replenished. The program offers up to $144,000 in point-of-sale vouchers, which, when combined with the federal 45W tax credit of up to $40,000 for Class 4 vehicles, delivers major upfront savings. With federal credits expiring after September 30, 2025, Bollinger urges fleet operators to act swiftly. The Bollinger B4, an all-electric Class 4 chassis cab, qualifies for these programs and is engineered for performance, safety, and urban fleet versatility.

The price of gold edged lower after reaching a three-week peak on Monday. Investors have their attention focused on economic data expected from the U.S., and trade talks between the U.S. and its partners. Meanwhile, silver soared to a level that was last reached back in 2011.

A recent study partially funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has found that medical cannabis use is linked to noticeable improvements in anxiety and depression symptoms.

Standard Lithium (NYSE American: SLI), through its joint venture Smackover Lithium with Equinor, announced completion of sampling from the Lester well at its South West Arkansas (SWA) Project, recording the highest lithium concentration to date at 616 mg/L. The Lester well marks the final sub-surface exploration activity for Phase 1, with average concentrations from three samples reaching 582 mg/L. With fieldwork concluded, the JV team is advancing its FEED study and expects a Definitive Feasibility Study by Q3 2025, aiming for a Final Investment Decision by year-end.