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Every year, more than two million individuals across Canada and the U.S. are diagnosed with some form of cancer . Among the most frequently diagnosed types are breast, prostate, lung, skin, and colorectal cancers.

Newton Golf Company (NASDAQ: NWTG) is riding the wave of golf’s renewed popularity, driven by increasing diversity, inclusivity, and innovation within the sport. With more than 47 million Americans engaging in golf activities in 2024, the sport has evolved into a dynamic, accessible pastime. Newton Golf is capitalizing on this momentum by developing performance-enhancing products, including those in its Newton Motion Shaft and Gravity Putter lines, showcased at the 2025 PGA Show. The company’s strategic focus combines cutting-edge technology and community engagement, with products designed to optimize swing dynamics, improve putting accuracy and enhance performance and enjoyment for golfers of all skill levels. As golf continues to grow in popularity, companies like Newton Golf are poised to make significant strides in the industry and future of the sport.

Platinum Group Metals (NYSE American: PLG) (TSX: PTM) is strategically positioning itself for growth amid strong palladium market dynamics, driven by constrained supply and continued industrial demand. With palladium essential in automotive, electronics, and emerging clean energy applications, the company is advancing the Waterberg Project in South Africa—one of the largest undeveloped primary palladium and platinum projects globally. In partnership with Anglo American Platinum Limited, PLG is also investing in future-focused innovation through Lion Battery Technologies, which explores the use of platinum and palladium in next-generation lithium battery technologies. Among the few companies combining traditional mining development with tech-driven diversification, Platinum Group Metals offers a compelling opportunity in the evolving critical materials market.

Intelligent Bio Solutions (NASDAQ: INBS) is a medical technology company pioneering rapid, non-invasive diagnostics through its proprietary Intelligent Fingerprinting Drug Screening System. INBS was featured in a recent article that reads, “By utilizing fingerprint sweat analysis, the company offers a cost-effective, hygienic solution to detect recent drug use — targeting substances commonly found in workplace settings… The company’s vision is to redefine drug screening by removing the pain points of traditional testing methods, including biohazardous waste, privacy concerns, and long result turnaround times. With results in under 10 minutes and no need for gender-specific collectors or laboratory facilities, the system empowers companies and organizations to screen more efficiently. INBS continues to drive adoption in international markets, with customers spanning construction, logistics, healthcare, government, and drug treatment sectors.”

In an era marked by economic volatility and geopolitical tensions, gold has reasserted itself as a premier safe-haven asset. Gold prices have soared to unprecedented levels, surpassing $3,400 per ounce, driven by factors such as trade disputes, inflationary pressures and global uncertainty ( https://ibn.fm/1Z7sV ). This bullish trend has reignited interest in gold mining ventures, with companies such as Lahontan Gold (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) emerging as compelling opportunities for investors seeking exposure to the precious metals sector.

Intelligent Bio Solutions (NASDAQ: INBS), a medical technology company specializing in rapid, non-invasive testing solutions, recently attended the RISE25 conference to demonstrate its portable Intelligent Fingerprint Drug Screening System, continuing its push into the U.S. market for rapid, non-invasive screening technologies ( https://ibn.fm/1JSTS ).

Gold and silver company ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) is testing a potential refining process that may reduce the company’s costs and environmental impact as it ramps up preparations for starting a tailings production operation.

Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (“CTCL”) is a rare and debilitating form of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma that primarily affects the skin, posing both physical and emotional challenges for those diagnosed. With limited treatment options available and no definitive cure, the need for innovative, safe and effective therapies is urgent. Soligenix (NASDAQ: SNGX), a late-stage biopharmaceutical company, is focused on developing and commercializing products to treat rare diseases. At the forefront of Soligenix’s pipeline is HyBryte(TM), a novel therapy aimed at treating early-stage CTCL.

Recent innovations in electric vehicle batteries could allow automakers to build electric cars that can travel as much as 3,000 miles on a single charge . Researchers have developed a groundbreaking silicon-based EV battery with the potential to completely transform the global electric vehicle industry by making range anxiety, one of the largest barriers to EV adoption, a total non-factor.

In 2015, the late Pope Francis remarked that we aren’t just experiencing changes within an era—we’re entering a new era altogether. Nearly a decade later, that shift has only gained momentum, especially as AI continues to evolve at a pace that can feel overwhelming. Headlines about breakthroughs in AI now seem constant, and it’s becoming harder to ignore how deeply this technology is reshaping the world.

The start of the week saw the price of gold increase by over 2% as economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions and a weakening dollar continue to fuel the demand for safe-haven assets. The precious metal’s appeal has been amplified by global events that are keeping investors wary of riskier assets.

As U.S. news outlets focus on the economic turmoil triggered by tariffs, another story is quietly developing. More doctors trained and working in the U.S. are relocating to Canada and the reasons they are giving rotate around the actions and policies of the Trump administration.

ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) is spotlighted in a new NetworkNewsAudio press release titled “Next Gold Powerhouse Emerges as Prices Break Records,” following the company’s successful C$3.45 million financing and ongoing construction at its Montauban Project in Quebec. The past-producing gold-silver site is entering its final development phase, with infrastructure buildout underway and near-term production targeted for Q4 2025. ESGold aims to transform Montauban into a modern, sustainable mining operation with scalable cash flow potential.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) has fast-tracked the rollout of its AI tool, Elsa, originally planned for June 30, with Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary touting the launch as both “ahead of schedule and under budget.” Elsa is already streamlining workflows across the agency, reducing multiday review tasks to minutes, and handling administrative functions such as safety profile assessments, label comparisons, and protocol reviews. The tool is housed in a secure GovCloud environment and was not trained on industry-submitted data, according to Makary.

SolarBank (NASDAQ: SUUN) (Cboe CA: SUNN) (FSE: GY2) has renewed its at-the-market equity program after filing a new short form base shelf prospectus, allowing the company to issue up to US$15 million in common shares through agents H.C. Wainwright & Co., Research Capital Corporation, and Research Capital USA Inc. The shares, if sold, will be offered at prevailing market prices, with proceeds intended to support corporate initiatives including operations, capital programs, debt repayment, and potential acquisitions. The company emphasized that sales under the program are discretionary and not guaranteed.

Authentic Holdings (OTC: AHRO) announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Maybacks Global Entertainment, LLC, has entered into a licensing and distribution agreement with Plex GmbH to bring its iDreamCTV network brands—Toro TV, Comfy TV, Winnie’s World, and iCowboy—to a global streaming audience. The partnership leverages Plex’s AVOD and FAST channel infrastructure to monetize and distribute Maybacks’ content across its 25 million-user platform. Following its acquisition of Goliath Motion Picture Promotions, Maybacks is pivoting from traditional film sales to building proprietary media brands with scalable digital reach.

Silvercorp Metals (TSX: SVM) (NYSE American: SVM) has filed its fiscal 2025 annual report on Form 40-F with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The filing includes the company’s audited financial statements, management’s discussion and analysis, and annual information form. These documents are available on both the Silvercorp and SEC websites, with printed copies provided free of charge to securityholders upon request.

McEwen Mining (NYSE: MUX) (TSX: MUX) announced the start of ramp construction at its Stock Mine, part of the Fox Complex in Ontario’s prolific Timmins gold district. The new ramp will provide underground access to the West, Main, and East zones and is expected to enable lower-cost-per-ounce gold production starting in the second half of 2025. CEO Rob McEwen highlighted the timing as ideal, with gold trading at record highs and the transition away from the Froome Mine unlocking key cost and efficiency advantages. Benefits include eliminating a burdensome metal stream, boosting mill throughput with softer ore, and reducing haulage costs by processing material on site.

A disturbing case in New York has brought new attention to a violent trend in the world of crypto crime . An Italian tourist was reportedly abducted, tortured, and held for weeks by individuals who were allegedly trying to force him to give up access to his digital wallet.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly larger role in managing and forecasting intermittency in renewable energy systems. As countries grow more reliant on energy generated from clean sources, dealing with renewable energy intermittency has become a pressing need. Unlike coal and other fossil fuels that can produce energy on demand, renewable sources are most effective when the time, weather, and atmospheric conditions are ideal.

Climate change is one of the biggest challenges the world is facing today. A major cause of this problem is the pollution that comes from vehicles like cars, trucks, and buses that run on petrol or diesel. These vehicles release carbon emissions into the air, which are harmful to the environment. However, with the rise of new car technologies and better energy solutions, there is a chance to reduce this pollution. Two important ways to do this are by using home charging and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, also known as PHEVs.

Calidi Biotherapeutics (NYSE American: CLDI) is a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of systemic oncolytic targeted immunotherapies with the ability to deliver genetic payloads. The company unveiled promising new data on its lead RedTail platform candidate, CLD-401, at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (“ASCO”) Annual Meeting. The announcement reads, “Calidi has previously demonstrated its pioneering efforts in developing an enveloped form of its proprietary oncolytic virus that is significantly more resistant to immune clearance than non-enveloped forms, allowing for systemic delivery and efficacy in syngeneic tumor-bearing pre-clinical models. Calidi has further advanced this technology with CLD-401, its first therapeutic candidate from the RedTail platform. New data presented at the meeting demonstrate a novel genetic modification in which a chimeric CD55 receptor is incorporated into the envelope shielding the virus. Because CD55 receptor expression acts as a robust inhibitor of complement, this modification further enhances the virus’s resistance to rapid clearance by the humoral immune system following intravenous administration.”

Fintech Digital, a Chicago-based financial marketing agency, has launched a subscription-based web3 and blockchain marketing service to meet the rising demand in blockchain and digital assets. The service includes access to senior strategists, AI agents for compliance messaging, and is tailored for web3 and blockchain brands seeking scalable growth.

Blockchain Life is set to take the stage in Dubai on Oct. 28–29, 2025, celebrating its 15th edition as the leading global forum on Web3 and cryptocurrencies. Expected to attract 15,000 attendees, the event will feature more than 200 influential speakers, expanded activity zones, and premium networking opportunities. Timed ahead of the anticipated Bull Run peak, the forum will offer strategic market insights, the latest developments, trends and groundbreaking solutions, as well as engaging activities including a Startup Pitch Competition, Trading Tournament, Street Festival, and a legendary Afterparty. Side events throughout Blockchain Life Week further extend the experience.

NRx Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: NRXP), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, known for treating suicidal bipolar depression and acute suicidal depression, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Kadima Neuropsychiatry Institute. The Kadima acquisition agreement (not yet closed) is part of HOPE’s strategy to establish a scalable mental health treatment network of interventional psychiatry clinics. ( https://ibn.fm/DjOMz ).

Foremost Clean Energy (NASDAQ: FMST) (CSE: FAT) has received a three-year exploration permit from the Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment for its Murphy Lake South Property in the Athabasca Basin. Valid through Dec. 31, 2027, the permit allows for geochemical surveys, geophysics, and drilling of up to 30 holes. The company is preparing a fully funded summer drill program, targeting areas along the LaRocque Lake Conductive Corridor near the high-grade Hurricane Deposit. CEO Jason Barnard highlighted historical drilling results from Denison Mines (NYSE American: DNN) and geological similarities to Hurricane as promising indicators of discovery potential.

Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ: MULN) announced that its commercial electric vehicles are now eligible for incentives under Illinois’ ComEd Business & Public Sector EV Rebate Program. Businesses purchasing Mullen vehicles through Pritchard EV or Range Truck Group may qualify for up to $7,500 per Mullen ONE Class 1 cargo van, with total savings reaching $15,000 when combined with federal tax credits. Medium-duty EVs may qualify for rebates up to $30,000, though those applications are currently waitlisted due to high demand. The ComEd program joins existing state-level incentives in California and Massachusetts, further expanding cost-saving options for fleet electrification.

Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) has closed an oversubscribed brokered private placement of units priced at $1.20 each, with Red Cloud Securities Inc. acting as lead agent and Raymond James Ltd. as co-agent. Each unit comprises one common share and one-half of a warrant exercisable at $1.75 for 36 months. Net proceeds will fund key initiatives for Ucore’s planned Strategic Metals Complex in Louisiana, including feedstock and offtake agreements, U.S. Department of Defense and Natural Resources Canada commitments, commercial testing, and engineering progress. The agents’ option could increase total gross proceeds to $11.5 million, pending final TSX Venture Exchange approval.

The foundation of any successful company often rests on the quality and vision of its leadership. Experienced executives can be the deciding factor between stagnation and rapid growth, particularly in dynamic sectors such as consumer goods and hospitality. That’s why Nightfood Holdings (OTCQB: NGTF) made waves recently with its announcement of new senior leadership appointments aimed at accelerating innovation and expansion across its growing portfolio of hospitality-focused services.

Annovis Bio (NYSE: ANVS) announced it will host a live webcast on June 24, 2025, at 4:30 PM EDT, featuring President and CEO Maria Maccecchini, Ph.D. The event will provide updates on the company’s pivotal Phase 3 trial for early Alzheimer’s disease, recent FDA feedback on its Parkinson’s disease program, and other key initiatives. The webcast will include a brief presentation followed by a live Q&A session open to shareholders, patients, and other stakeholders.

NRx Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: NRXP), has submitted an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) to the FDA for NRX-100, its preservative-free intravenous ketamine formulation aimed at approved indications such as anesthesia and pain management. With the U.S. ketamine market valued at $750 million and global demand projected to reach $3.35 billion by 2034, the company is seeking priority review amid an ongoing national shortage. NRx also plans to petition the FDA to mandate preservative-free ketamine formulations, citing safety concerns over benzethonium chloride. This filing complements its broader strategy to expand ketamine’s label to include treatment for suicidal depression, backed by clinical data from more than 1,000 patients.

Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) has closed an oversubscribed brokered private placement of units priced at $1.20 each, with Red Cloud Securities Inc. acting as lead agent and Raymond James Ltd. as co-agent. Each unit comprises one common share and one-half of a warrant exercisable at $1.75 for 36 months. Net proceeds will fund key initiatives for Ucore’s planned Strategic Metals Complex in Louisiana, including feedstock and offtake agreements, U.S. Department of Defense and Natural Resources Canada commitments, commercial testing, and engineering progress. The agents’ option could increase total gross proceeds to $11.5 million, pending final TSX Venture Exchange approval.

Scinai Immunotherapeutics (NASDAQ: SCNI) announced it has received regulatory clearance under Italy’s Golden Power regulation to proceed with its option to acquire 100% of Pincell S.r.l., an Italian biotech company. The approval, issued by Italy’s Coordination Group and Ministry of Health, supports Scinai’s strategic move to expand its inflammation and immunology pipeline. Pincell’s lead asset, PC111—a monoclonal antibody targeting the Fas/FasL pathway—holds Orphan Drug Designation in Pemphigus and is being developed for severe skin disorders. The acquisition remains subject to final conditions, including a €12 million grant decision expected later this summer.

Electric vehicle adoption is accelerating globally thanks to the growing affordability of electric cars. A recent International Energy Agency (IEA) report has found that although the global auto industry has faced several headwinds in the past few months, electric vehicle sales are growing.

Singapore has increasingly become a top destination for those wishing to safely store their gold as geopolitical and economic uncertainty continues to bolster interest in the precious metal. One facility has, in particular, caught the attention of the uber-wealthy. The Reserve, as it is referred to, is a secure vaulting facility located just a few kilometers from the Singapore Changi Airport.

When inflammatory bowel disease becomes chronic, it is difficult to treat and comes with the likelihood of various complications, such as the onset of bowel cancer. This disease in its chronic form manifests as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. These diseases particularly impact young people. Early diagnosis followed by treatment is crucial in these cases.

The Arizona Supreme Court recently made headlines not for its rulings in DUI and arson cases, but for how it chose to deliver the news. Instead of a traditional press briefing or a statement from a court official, the court unveiled the decisions through two lifelike AI-generated avatars named Victoria and Daniel .

CNS Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: CNSP) announced that Chief Medical Officer Sandra Silberman, M.D., Ph.D., will present at the Brain Tumor Biotech Summit hosted by Lenox Hill Hospital’s Department of Neurosurgery on June 5, 2025. Her presentation, titled “The Future and Promise of TPI 287,” will highlight CNS’s brain-penetrating taxane candidate, which has shown efficacy in glioblastoma patients, including 3 complete and 9 partial responses in a Phase 1 trial. TPI 287, which has FDA Orphan Drug Designation for gliomas, pediatric neuroblastoma, and progressive supranuclear palsy, may offer a breakthrough in treating CNS tumors by effectively crossing the blood-brain barrier.

As the opioid epidemic continues to pose one of the most critical public health crises in the United States and around the world, the need for innovative, safer treatments has never been more urgent. One company, Nutriband (NASDAQ: NTRB), is aiming to transform how opioid-based therapies are administered and protected against misuse, using its proprietary Aversa technology to set a new standard for transdermal pain and addiction treatments.

Telomir Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: TELO) announced new preclinical results showing that its lead candidate, Telomir-1, significantly reverses multiple aging markers in a zebrafish model of Werner Syndrome, a rare disorder mimicking accelerated human aging. The orally administered compound extended telomere length by threefold, restored muscle mass and body weight, reduced oxidative stress, and reversed age-related DNA methylation loss. Treated animals also showed a survival benefit compared to controls. CEO Erez Aminov described the findings as a potential milestone in aging science, reinforcing the company’s commitment to advancing Telomir-1 toward human clinical trials.

Tonix Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: TNXP) a fully integrated biotechnology company with commercial and clinical-stage assets, will deliver a poster presentation at the Annual European Congress of Rheumatology (EULAR) 2025, taking place June 11–14 in Barcelona. The company has not yet disclosed full presentation details but noted the research will contribute to advancing its pipeline in rheumatologic conditions.

Aston Bay (TSX.V: BAY) (OTCQB: ATBHF) has released results from its 2024 exploration program at the Epworth Project in Nunavut, highlighting surface samples with copper grades up to 61.2% and silver up to 5,600 g/t. The company’s MobileMT airborne geophysical survey identified extensive conductive bodies—interpreted as potential reductants such as pyrite or graphite—within the Proterozoic Recluse Group rocks. CEO Thomas Ullrich stated these findings support the potential for a large-scale, sediment-hosted copper system, drawing parallels to successful models used in Central Africa and Aston Bay’s Storm Copper Project. Targets span tens of kilometers and are largely within 300 meters of the surface, with drilling under consideration for later this season.

SolarBank (NASDAQ: SUUN) (Cboe CA: SUNN) (FSE: GY2) has taken its first step toward implementing a Bitcoin treasury strategy by committing net revenue from its 3.79 MW Geddes Solar Power Project to Bitcoin purchases. This initiative places SolarBank among the early renewable energy companies integrating digital assets into corporate finance. The Geddes Project, built on a repurposed landfill, is expected to begin operations by the end of June 2025. CEO Dr. Richard Lu described the move as a strategic blend of stable energy cash flow and Bitcoin’s appreciation potential, with future expansions of the strategy under evaluation across the company’s clean energy portfolio.

Thumzup (NASDAQ: TZUP), a social media branding and programmatic marketing platform, announced it has exceeded 1,000 advertiser locations, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 218%. The company’s AdTech platform—active in markets such as Southern California, South Florida, Miami and Salt Lake City—integrates with Instagram Reels and X, reaching over 535 million monthly users. CEO Robert Steele highlighted the milestone as a key indicator of demand and the company’s long-term growth potential.

Silvercorp Metals (NYSE American: SVM) (TSX: SVM) is a Canadian mining company producing silver, gold, lead, and zinc, with a long history of profitability and growth. The company focuses on creating shareholder value by generating free cash flow from long-life mines, expanding through organic growth opportunities in China and Ecuador, and pursuing strategic mergers and acquisitions. Silvercorp has built a reputation as a low-cost producer with a commitment to responsible mining practices.

South Dakota has spent the last decade or so quietly establishing itself as a leader in America’s renewable energy space. Surprisingly, the Midwestern Republican-led state has built an energy portfolio that’s so incredibly clean that it rivals notoriously green states like Vermont, Oregon, and Washington State.

Russia’s state-owned Agricultural Bank is exploring the use of cryptocurrency as a new way to handle international grain payments, particularly in light of ongoing sanctions. With the country expected to export nearly 50 million tons of grain this season, officials are looking at digital assets as a potential workaround to traditional financial systems that have become harder to access.

Xiaomi, a company mostly known for its smartphones, is now growing fast in the electric vehicle (EV) industry. In May 2025, the company reported that it delivered more than 28,000 electric cars . This marks the eighth month in a row that Xiaomi’s monthly EV sales have passed the 20,000 mark.

ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) today announced its inclusion in a NetworkNewsWire (“NNW”) editorial spotlighting the emerging class of near-term gold producers positioned for institutional interest. As gold prices climbed above $3,000 per ounce in May 2025, investor demand has shifted toward companies offering leverage, scalability and recurring revenue—traits ESGold is designed to deliver. With a clean balance sheet and scalable model, ESGold is gaining attention as central banks increase gold reserves and institutional capital seeks stronger exposure to the metal’s long-term upside.

A new JAMA study backed by federal funding reveals that cannabis use among Americans aged 65 and older has been growing steadily, especially as more states have legalized cannabis for both recreational and medical purposes.

Marijuana companies and related businesses are starting to feel the pressure from rising costs triggered by President Donald Trump’s unpredictable tariff policies . The trade actions, which disrupted long-standing global agreements, have raised fears of economic downturn and higher inflation in the U.S., affecting everything from basic supplies to more specialized equipment used throughout the cannabis industry.

Adageis, a growing healthcare technology company, offers a unique streamlined and AI-powered software solution designed to make the shift toward value-based care simpler for healthcare practices. “At the core of the company’s offering is the ProActive Care Platform, a patented, AI-centric engine that enables providers, health systems, ACOs, and CINs to identify and act on high-value opportunities within their existing operations,” reads a recent article. “What sets Adageis apart is ease of use, giving practices clear, actionable insights on where value lies, and how to pursue it while maintaining or improving quality of care.”

FAVO Capital (OTC: FAVO) is a rapidly growing private credit company dedicated to providing fast, efficient, and personalized funding solutions for small and medium-sized businesses (“SMBs”). “FAVO Capital has more than $138 million in total funding supporting more than 10,000 businesses. The company leverages artificial intelligence (‘AI’)-powered analytics to provide faster, smarter funding decisions,” reads a recent article. “Publicly listed and regulated, FAVO Capital is committed to transparency and investor confidence. The company has expanded its market reach, currently operating in 45 states and the Dominican Republic. FAVO’s fast, flexible financing can result in funding delivered within hours, as it executes on its strategic expertise combined with cutting-edge fintech solutions.”

Aegis Capital, acting as sole book-running manager, announced the successful closing of a $1.25 million firm commitment underwritten public offering for Cemtrex, Inc. (NASDAQ: CETX), an advanced security technology and industrial services company. The offering, which closed on May 29, 2025, consisted of 1,250,000 shares of common stock priced at $1.00 per share. Cemtrex also granted Aegis a 45-day option to purchase up to 15% additional shares to cover over-allotments, if any. Proceeds from the offering will be used for general corporate purposes, and the securities were offered under an effective Form S-3 shelf registration statement.

Nicola Mining (TSX.V: NIM) (FSE: HLIA) (OTCQB: HUSIF) has appointed Vicente García as Senior Geologist to support its upcoming 2025 exploration initiatives, particularly at the New Craigmont copper project. García brings over seven years of global experience across porphyry, IOCG, epithermal, and lithium systems, with recent roles at Anglo American and Dahrouge Geological Consulting. CEO Peter Espig emphasized the company’s continued focus on copper exploration, noting that García and VP of Exploration Will Whitty will also evaluate targets at the fully permitted Treasure Mountain Silver Mine.

LaFleur Minerals (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) (FSE: 3WK0) has unveiled plans for a 5,000-meter diamond drill program at its Swanson Gold Project in Québec’s Abitibi Gold Belt, supported by promising exploration results and strategic momentum toward restarting its 100%-owned Beacon Gold Mill by early 2026. The company has identified over 50 drill targets following geophysical surveys, soil sampling, and high-grade grab samples up to 11.7 g/t Au. Additionally, LaFleur announced the appointment of mining executive Peter Espig as Strategic Advisor to support project funding and expansion, leveraging his deep capital markets and mill operations experience. Advanced discussions are underway with institutional and private equity groups to finance the Beacon restart, estimated at C$5–6 million, with the goal of generating near-term cash flow through bulk sampling and toll milling.

Sekur Private Data (CSE: SKUR) (OTCQB: SWISF) (FSE: GDT0) has launched a Government and Diplomatic Corps division in Washington, D.C., responding to a sharp rise in cyberattacks targeting officials amid growing geopolitical tensions. Sekur’s Swiss-hosted encrypted communications suite offers secure email, messaging, and VPN services tailored to high-value targets such as diplomats and government leaders. With recent breaches exposing thousands of D.C. staffers and top U.S. officials, Sekur’s proprietary platform aims to counter threats like phishing, AI hacks, and chat compromises. The company is marketing the service through The Washington Diplomat and expects rapid adoption as demand for secure communications surges globally.

Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT) has signed a strategic licensing agreement with GFT Rewards to deploy its proprietary ADIO(R) inaudible-tone technology across a wide range of high-traffic venues, enabling the real-time delivery and redemption of tokenized or cash-based mobile rewards. GFT Rewards, a leader in Web3 promotions, will use ADIO(R) to power frictionless, passive coupon activation through encrypted audio signals embedded in ads and digital content, helping brands deliver personalized offers to consumers’ mobile devices. As part of the agreement, Datavault will earn a fee per redemption processed through GFT’s expanding platform, which spans airports, retail, entertainment, and ride-hailing networks. With the global mobile coupon market projected to surpass $1.6 trillion by 2030, this partnership places Datavault AI at the forefront of the next generation of performance-based, Web3 retail marketing.

NanoViricides, Inc. (NYSE American: NNVC) has initiated an animal trial to evaluate its clinical-stage antiviral candidate NV-387 for Measles, targeting a rising global health threat amid vaccine failures and declining immunization rates. Using genetically modified mice expressing the human CD150/SLAM receptor required for viral entry, the study aims to confirm NV-387’s potential as the first effective therapeutic for Measles. The drug previously cured lethal RSV infections in animals and is designed to mimic human cell surfaces, neutralizing viruses by binding and dismantling them. With U.S. cases surpassing 1,000 in 2025 and Europe reporting a tenfold increase last year, NanoViricides is positioning NV-387 to fill a critical unmet need as traditional vaccine strategies face mounting challenges.

Serguei Melnik, Founder and President of Nutriband (NASDAQ: NTRB), recently joined The Smart Money Circle Show , where he pulled back the curtain on his no-nonsense approach to biotech entrepreneurship. His grounded tone and unwavering focus on long-term value stand in stark contrast to the conventional biotech playbook.

Brera Holdings (NASDAQ: BREA) congratulated portfolio club SS Juve Stabia Srl on its fifth-place regular season finish and semifinal run in the Serie A promotion playoffs, as the city of Castellammare di Stabia held a celebratory ceremony recognizing players, staff, and leadership. Brera, a global sports club owner via its multi-club strategy, also acknowledged the regional government’s €5 million subsidy commitment to upgrade the team’s Romeo Menti Stadium. Executive Chairman Dan McClory praised Juve Stabia’s achievement and affirmed Brera’s pride in supporting “the pride of Castellammare di Stabia.”

Ucore Rare Metals (TSXV: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) has entered into an engagement with Red Cloud Securities Inc. for a “best efforts” private placement of up to $10 million in units priced at $1.20 each, with an option to raise an additional $1.5 million. Each unit includes one common share and one-half of a warrant exercisable at $1.75 for 36 months. Net proceeds will fund key initiatives related to Ucore’s planned Strategic Metals Complex in Louisiana, including securing feedstock and customer agreements, advancing engineering plans, and fulfilling obligations with the U.S. Department of Defense and Natural Resources Canada. The offering is set to close on or about June 19, 2025, pending necessary approvals.

Massimo Group (NASDAQ: MAMO) announced a strategic shift to nearshoring its manufacturing operations, reducing reliance on East Asia and positioning new production capabilities closer to core North American markets. The move aims to mitigate global shipping risks, improve inventory control, and enhance gross margins while supporting the rollout of next-gen electric and climate-controlled UTVs and ATVs. CEO David Shan said the investment reflects Massimo’s commitment to operational agility and long-term growth, with the transition expected to improve lead times, ESG performance, and responsiveness across its dealer network.

OptimumBank Holdings (NYSE American: OPHC) announced first-quarter 2025 results, posting net income of $3.9 million, or $0.33 per basic share, marking a 63% increase over the prior year. The growth was fueled by higher net interest income and a reversal of credit losses. Net interest income rose 21.7% to $9.43 million, and the net interest margin improved to 4.06%, up from 3.70% a year ago. Total loans reached $800.2 million, and deposits grew to $852.93 million, reflecting steady customer growth and funding strength. The Bank’s Tier 1 capital ratio rose to 11.71%. Post-quarter, OptimumBank resolved a major non-performing loan, recovering the full $5.6 million carrying value and cutting non-performing assets by roughly 75%.

Toyota, long recognized for revolutionizing hybrid cars with the launch of the Prius, has not always kept pace in the fully electric vehicle market. However, that narrative may be shifting. With its latest innovation in battery technology, Toyota could soon become a dominant force in the electric vehicle industry.

American pharmaceutical and biotech company Pfizer has been sued by hundreds of American and UK women after a recent study revealed that a contraceptive injection developed by the company increased their risk of developing brain tumors significantly. Four hundred American women have already filed the lawsuit in a Florida county, and around 200 women from the UK are also considering suing the pharmaceutical firm, the Daily Mail reports.

NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage : With gold soaring past $3,000 per ounce in May 2025 — outperforming NASDAQ, the S&P 500, and even bitcoin — Wall Street’s attention is shifting. As U.S. debt-to-GDP climbs above 120% and real interest rates remain negative, gold continues to prove itself as the market’s most dependable hedge. Yet for institutional investors, traditional holdings such as bullion and ETFs no longer offer enough upside. Today’s focus is on leverage, scalability and consistent cash flow, providing an ideal opportunity for a new kind of mining company — a company such as ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) ( Profile ), which offers clean balance sheets, high internal rates of return (IRR) and scalable, revenue-generating operations. As central banks accelerate gold purchases and financial markets seek sustainable ways to gain exposure to the metal, ESGold presents an attractive option. ESGold is committed to joining the ranks of mining leaders such as Rio Tinto (NYSE: RIO) , Newmont Corporation (NYSE: NEM) , Freeport-McMoRan (NYSE: FCX) and First Majestic Silver (NYSE: AG) that are carving out a path for investors…

MoneyShow, a financial conference and content company that connects experts directly with entrepreneurs and investors, is proud to announce the Mid-Year Portfolio Review Virtual Expo . This online event, scheduled for June 17-18, is an excellent way for attendees to review where markets currently stand and where they are going. It also represents an opportunity for investors and traders to discover timely and practical recommendations that can be implemented right away.

Beeline Holdings (NASDAQ: BLNE) is expanding its digital mortgage suite with an equity conversion product powered by blockchain-backed stablecoins. Teaming with RealCo, which will acquire up to 49% interest in high-value homes, the program lets homeowners receive immediate funds—without loans or interest—by selling a portion of their equity. RealCo will mint stablecoins tied to the property’s recorded fractional ownership, offering flexibility in either cash or token form. The innovation positions Beeline to meet surging demand from non-traditional borrowers while generating consistent, interest-rate-agnostic revenue starting in Q4 2025.

Beeline Holdings (NASDAQ: BLNE) has announced a disruptive new product that enables equity-rich homeowners to access cash without loans, interest rates, or monthly obligations. Through its partnership with RealCo—an affiliated entity that will issue stablecoins secured by fractional deeds—Beeline provides an alternative to refinancing and HELOCs. With RealCo acquiring minority ownership stakes in luxury homes, this blockchain-based model opens a new liquidity path for homeowners while helping Beeline pursue operational profitability by Q4 2025. The model is not a pivot but an expansion of Beeline’s fintech-driven mortgage ecosystem.

Beeline Holdings (NASDAQ: BLNE) is launching a first-of-its-kind home equity access product that allows homeowners to tap into their equity without taking on debt or monthly payments. Set to begin beta transactions in June ahead of a full July rollout, the offering uses RealCo-issued stablecoins backed by fractional property ownership. RealCo, co-owned by Beeline’s CEO and principal shareholder, will acquire up to 49% equity in qualifying homes valued at $1 million or more, offering homeowners either cash or stablecoins at closing—repayable only upon property sale. Beeline will handle origination and title services, while RealCo mints coins tied to blockchain-recorded property shares.

ONAR (OTCQB: ONAR), a next-generation, technology-first network of marketing and creative services agencies, was recently featured in a Digital Journal Q&A discussing how the company accelerates performance for middle-market businesses. The interview highlights ONAR’s unique blend of strategic services, AI-driven insights, and scalable execution.

Strawberry Fields REIT (NYSE AMERICAN: STRW) has entered into a $59 million purchase and sale agreement to acquire nine skilled nursing facilities in Missouri, totaling 686 licensed beds. The deal, signed on May 22, 2025, will be financed through a combination of working capital and third-party lending.

Sustain Southern California (“Sustain SoCal”) is proud to announce the 12th edition of its premier event, Driving Mobility . This event will focus on sustainable transportation solutions, featuring a professional program and an extensive clean vehicle expo unlike any other on the market today. Scheduled for June 26 at University of California, Irvine’s Beall Applied Innovation, the event will bring together clean tech enthusiasts, investors, and entrepreneurs, presenting an excellent opportunity for networking, learning, and building brands.

When Trump took office back in January, he vowed to support renewed production by the oil and gas industry. His executive orders during the first days of his administration sought to encourage additional exploration for oil and gas within the country while also stifling renewable energy. However, the events unfolding since those initial days in office are having the effect of alienating the very sector he promised to support .