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The QualityStocks Daily Stock List

cbdMD Inc. (YCBD)

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cbdMD Inc. (NYSE American: YCBD) is a pharmaceutical firm that is engaged in the production and distribution of cannabidiol (CBD) products.

The firm has its headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina and was incorporated in 2015, on March 17th by Caryn Dunayer. Prior to its name change in May 2019, the firm was known as Level Brands Inc. It operates as part of the pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing industry, in the health care sector. The firm has two companies in its corporate family and serves consumers in the United States.

The company operates and owns consumer hemp-based CBD brands like Paw CBD and cbdMD. It distributes its products through different brick and mortar retailers across the United States, as well as through wholesalers, 3rd party e-commerce sites and its e-commerce website.

The enterprise’s product categories include animal treats and oils, CBD-infused topical creams, CBD-infused bath bombs, CBD gummies, capsules and CBD tinctures. It provides veterinarian-formulated products like topicals, chews and tinctures under its Paw CBD brand. Under its cbdMD brand, it offers CBD sleep aids, CBD vape oils, CBD bath salts, bath bombs, CBD oil capsules, CBD topicals, CBD gummies and tinctures. All the enterprise’s products are THC-free and have undergone 3rd party testing to ensure their safety.

cbdMD Inc. (YCBD), closed Friday's trading session at $1.2, up 90.1743%, on 304,269,004 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 22,610 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.4701/$6.5384.

TerrAscend Corp. (TSNDF)

CannabisNewsWire, QualityStocks, InvestorPlace and Cabot Wealth reported earlier on TerrAscend Corp. (TSNDF), and today we highlight the Company, here at the QualityStocks Daily Newsletter.

TerrAscend Corp (OTCQX: TSNDF) (CNSX: TER) (FRA: TED) is a company involved in the cultivation, processing and sale of medical and adult-use marijuana.

The firm has its headquarters in Mississauga, Canada and was incorporated in 2017, on March 7th by Michael Nashat, Vijay Sappani and Basem Hanna. It operates as part of the drug manufacturers-specialty and generic industry, under the healthcare sector. The firm serves consumers in the United States and Canada.

The company is focused on creating and delivering quality cannabis products and services that meet the evolving needs of patients. It owns several synergistic businesses and brands, including The Apothecarium, Gage Cannabis, Prism, Kind Tree, State Flower, Ilera Healthcare, Arise Bioscience Inc. and Valhalla Confections. Arise Bioscience Inc. is a manufacturer and distributor of hemp-derived products. Gage is a cannabis brand and operator that provides cannabis products to consumers in the state of Michigan and Canada. Ilera Healthcare is a medical cannabis cultivator, processor and dispenser.

The enterprise manufactures cannabis-infused artisan edibles; and produces and distributes hemp-derived wellness products to retail locations. It operates in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Michigan and California, with licensed cultivation and processing operations in Maryland and licensed production in Canada. As of July 26, 2022, the company operated 27 dispensaries, including 3 Cookies dispensaries in Michigan and one in Toronto.

TerrAscend Corp. (TSNDF), closed Friday's trading session at $0.9201, up 88.6224%, on 5,390,382 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 9,787,516 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.2273/$1.25.

Green Thumb Industries, Inc. (GTBIF)

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OTCQX-listed, Green Thumb Industries, Inc. is a foremost national cannabis consumer packaged goods company. It is the owner of the retail stores Rise™ and Essence. The Company’s dedication is to providing dignified access to cannabis while giving back to the communities in which they serve. As of August 1, 2019, Green Thumb owned and operated 27 retail stores and had licenses for 95 locations across 12 U.S. markets. The Company has 13 manufacturing facilities. Established in 2014, Green Thumb Industries has its corporate office in Chicago, Illinois.

Green Thumb Industries opened its 27th location, Rise Cleveland, on August 1st. This is the third Rise™ store in Ohio and the city’s first cannabis retail store. Rise Cleveland is in downtown Cleveland near Progressive Field and Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

Rise™ opened dispensaries in Lorain and Toledo earlier in 2019. It has licenses to open up to five cannabis stores in the State. This includes two in Lakewood on Detroit and Madison Avenues.

Green Thumb Industries, manufactures and distributes a portfolio of branded cannabis products. These include Rythm, Dogwalkers, The Feel Collection, incredibles and Beboe, among others.

Green Thumb Industries, Inc. (GTBIF), closed Friday's trading session at $9.695, up 51.2481%, on 4,512,490 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 6,556,795 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $4.63/$9.73.

Canopy Growth (CGC)

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Canopy Growth Corporation (NYSE: CGC; NASDAQ: WEED) is a diversified marijuana company. Through its subsidiaries Tweed Farms Inc., Bedrocan Canada Inc. and Tweed Inc., the firm engages in the business of growing and selling legal cannabis in the medical cannabis market of Canada. The company also produces and sells cannabis in Canada’s recreational marijuana market.

The company, which was formerly known as Tweed Marijuana Inc. before being renamed in 2015, operates through 2 segments; Canopy Rivers and Cannabis, Hemp and other consumer products. Canopy Growth has 2 core brands, Bedrocan and Tweed. The Bedrocan brand is all about medical grade marijuana, which is planted on a more than 52,000ft2 facility in Toronto while Tweed is a licensed producer of medical cannabis.

Canopy Growth has its headquarters in Smiths Falls, Canada. While the company’s primary operations are in Canada, it also operates in the United Kingdom, Germany and the United States and has production and distribution licenses in more than 12 nations to help extend the use of medical marijuana worldwide. The company was founded in 2013 by Bruce Linton and Chuck Rifici.

The company provides products which include hemp, dried marijuana flowers, concentrates and oils and soft gel capsules. Canopy Growth is also focused on finding treatments for the loss of appetite, treatment of chronic pain, nausea, muscle spasms and seizures. The firm’s products are offered under different Canopy Growth’s brands, such as Bean & Bud, DOJA, First & Free, Tokyo Smoke, Tweed, This Works, Van der Pop, Spectrum Therapeutics, TWD and Deep Space.

Canopy Growth (CGC), closed Friday's trading session at $1.74, up 53.9823%, on 165,583,307 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 659,125 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.77/$3.14.

ProFrac Holding Corp. (ACDC)

InsiderTrades, MarketBeat, Zacks and StockEarnings reported earlier on ProFrac Holding Corp. (ACDC), and today we highlight the Company, here at the QualityStocks Daily Newsletter.

ProFrac Holding Corp. (NASDAQ: ACDC) is a technology-focused energy services holding firm engaged in the provision of hydraulic fracturing and completion services to upstream oil and gas companies engaged in the exploration and production of North American unconventional oil and natural gas resources.

The firm has its headquarters in Willow Park, Texas and was incorporated in 2016. It operates as part of the oil and gas equipment and services industry, under the energy sector. The company serves consumers in the United States.

ProFrac operates through the Proppant Production, Stimulation Services, Manufacturing, and Other segments. The Proppant Production segment focuses on the provision of proppant to oilfield service providers and exploration and production companies while the Stimulation Services segment owns a fleet of mobile hydraulic fracturing units and other auxiliary equipment that generates the majority of the firm’s revenue by providing stimulation services to customers.

The Stimulation segment primarily relates to ProFrac LLC while the Proppant segment primarily relates to Alpine. On the other hand, the Manufacturing segment is involved in the sale of products such as horsepower pumps, valves, piping, swivels, large-bore manifold systems, and fluid ends while the Other segment refers to Livewire Power LLC and Flotek Industries.

ProFrac also manufactures and sells high horsepower pumps, valves, piping, swivels, large-bore manifold systems, and fluid ends, as well as other auxiliary equipment.

The firm, which recently announced its latest financial results, remains committed to increasing output and improving its profitability. Its success may positively influence shareholder value as well as its overall growth.

ProFrac Holding Corp. (ACDC), closed Friday's trading session at $4.16, off by 7.1429%, on 789,191 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 95,860 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $3.08/$10.7.

NIO Inc. (NIO)

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Ford and Renault have announced a new partnership to develop small and affordable electric vehicles (EVs) for the European market. The collaboration also includes plans to produce commercial vans together. The move comes as both automakers face growing competition from Chinese carmakers, who are offering lower-cost EVs in Europe.

Ford’s CEO, Jim Farley, described the situation as a “fight for survival” in the automotive industry. He said that cheaper Chinese EVs are a serious threat to traditional automakers in Europe. Renault’s CEO, Francois Provost, agreed and noted that European companies must act quickly to remain competitive.

As part of the partnership, the first small EV is expected to reach European showrooms by 2028. These cars will be smaller than any of Ford’s EVs in the United States and will fill a gap in Ford’s current lineup. The collaboration will allow both companies to share resources, reduce production costs, and make EVs more affordable for European customers.

In addition to EVs, Ford and Renault plan to jointly develop light commercial vehicles for Europe. Farley explained that the partnership will create a strong presence in the commercial vehicle market, making it harder for Chinese competitors to enter this segment. While there are currently few Chinese vans in Europe, the two CEOs said they anticipate increased competition in the near future.

Ford has been facing challenges in Europe, where its share of the passenger car market has fallen from 6.1% in 2019 to just 3.3% in 2025. The company has also closed its Saarlouis plant in Germany and cut jobs as part of a series of restructurings. By using Renault’s EV platforms, Ford hopes to reduce development costs and better compete with both traditional European automakers like Volkswagen and emerging Chinese rivals.

Renault, Europe’s smallest mainstream automaker, also benefits from the partnership. The company does not sell cars in China or the United States, so collaborating with Ford allows it to increase production scale and make better use of its factories. Renault has been seeking partnerships to lower the cost of developing new EVs and improve factory efficiency.

This agreement follows a visit by Renault’s team to Ford’s Detroit headquarters earlier this year. Both companies emphasized that this is a strategic collaboration, not a merger. The partnership shows the growing importance of cooperation among traditional automakers to meet the challenges of an evolving global car market.

By working together, Ford and Renault aim to produce affordable and competitive EVs in Europe, ensuring they remain strong players in a market increasingly influenced by Chinese competitors.

Chinese EV makers like NIO Inc. (NYSE: NIO) appear to have the upper hand in the global auto market, and Western manufacturers like Ford are having to respond to the commanding lead that their Chinese rivals are taking in many markets.

NIO Inc. (NIO), closed Friday's trading session at $5.03, off by 1.9493%, on 33,069,441 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 12,351,720 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $3.02/$8.02.

EverGen Infrastructure Corp. (EVGIF)

QualityStocks, SmallCapRelations, MissionIR, InvestorBrandNetwork, SeriousTraders, Stocks to Buy Now, Green Energy Stocks, StocksToBuyNow, Tip.us, ESGWireNews, SmallCapSociety, NetworkNewsWire and Tiny Gems reported earlier on EverGen Infrastructure Corp. (EVGIF), and today we highlight the Company, here at the QualityStocks Daily Newsletter.

Renewable energy buildout in China has made exceptional contributions to worldwide climate action, United Nations Environment Program leadership says. Massively expanded manufacturing scale in the Asian economic powerhouse has slashed clean technology prices and broadened access globally, particularly across developing regions.

Inger Andersen, serving as both UNEP’s executive director and a UN Under-Secretary-General, discussed these developments with China Daily ahead of the seventh Environment Assembly gathering that opened Monday in Nairobi. She described installation growth rates as moving at an extraordinary clip.

Plans call for reaching 3,600 gigawatts of wind and solar generation by 2035, representing a sixfold increase from 2020 figures. Andersen said this massive expansion demonstrates what extended planning, manufacturing strength and aligned policy can accomplish.

National commitments to bold capacity goals reshape trajectories worldwide, she observed. Renewable installations in China significantly dwarf those of other nations, Andersen noted, and accelerated construction driven largely by solar and wind additions will trigger major emissions reductions by 2035. The country currently stands as the global renewable energy leader.

Benefits from this extensive clean-technology production network extend far beyond national borders, especially through lower equipment costs, Andersen emphasized. Enormous manufacturing output has boosted renewable availability while driving down expenses dramatically. Solar energy now costs just 3.3 cents per kilowatt-hour on average globally, marking remarkable advancement.

Electric vehicle sectors spanning everything from e-bikes to buses and automobiles continue spreading throughout Asian, African and Latin American markets. Some developing nations already assemble certain models domestically, generating jobs while improving urban air and advancing cleaner mobility options, Andersen pointed out.

Her remarks followed a recent UNEP analysis identifying this renewable expansion among the strongest influences on global climate efforts. That assessment highlighted the country’s 3,600-gigawatt renewable target for 2035 as unmatched in scope. Such capacity could help close worldwide emissions shortfalls by speeding clean energy adoption, lowering technology expenses and improving developing-nation access.

Prices for solar and wind generation keep declining, with capacity growth propelling international movement toward cleaner power grids, UNEP reported. Many emerging economies can learn from methods for expanding production, controlling expenses and facilitating knowledge sharing. Cooperative financing arrangements plus reasonably priced equipment enable countries to construct durable, emissions-light electrical systems faster and more economically, the agency noted.

Andersen characterized the energy transformation as a demonstration of what coordinated government strategies can deliver. Rapid systemic change at massive scale remains achievable, offering guidance for nations pursuing Paris Agreement objectives, she suggested.

Renewable power will exceed coal-based generation worldwide for the first time in 2025, yet existing national commitments to reduce emissions fall short of containing temperature rise. As such, intensified international action to lower emissions even further will be essential. With companies like EverGen Infrastructure Corp. (TSX.V: EVGN) (OTCQX: EVGIF) expanding their footprint, it is just a matter of time before the clock is dialed back on the pace at which global warming is happening.

EverGen Infrastructure Corp. (EVGIF), closed Friday's trading session at $0.213, even for the day. The average volume for the last 3 months is 212,143,639 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.213/$1.16.

Calidi Biotherapeutics Inc. (CLDI)

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A study that involved an analysis of patient records in New York has discovered that breast cancer, and especially aggressive forms of this cancer, is occurring at a higher rate among younger women aged below 40. This group is currently regarded as low risk for breast cancer by the existing screening guidelines, and this calls for a review of those guidelines. 

The study analyzed data spanning 11 years taken from 2014 to the end of 2024. These outpatient records were taken from seven medical facilities that covered an area of approximately 200 miles in Western New York State. The team wanted to establish each breast cancer case identified during the outpatient visits to those facilities and track whether the cancers were identified after screening the patient or after a diagnostic procedure was undertaken. 

The data obtained was then categorized based on the tumor biology, the age group of the patient and how the cancer was confirmed. They left out data on patients who were found to have other cancers. 

The analysis revealed that each year, 145-196 breast cancer cases were found in women aged 18-49. On average, the age of most patients with these cancers was 42.6. Screening tests yielded 41% of these cancers (731 cases) while diagnostic tests uncovered 59% of the breast cancer cases (1,086 cases). Of the cancer cases found, 80.7 percent were invasive while 19.3 percent were categorized as non-invasive. 

Disturbingly, the researchers found that most of the cancer cases found in younger women could spread to other parts of the body (the invasive sub-group) and many could grow rapidly (aggressive subgroup). There was a notable fraction of “triple negative” cancer, a subgroup of breast cancer that is notorious for being unresponsive to the existing treatments indicated for breast cancer. 

The team noted that women under 50 years accounted for 25% of all new breast cancer cases found each year. This proportion is concerning because younger women face a significant breast cancer risk and the forms of this cancer that afflict them are disproportionately aggressive when compared to the caseload in older women. 

This discovery challenges the current age-based approach to screening for breast cancer. There is a need to conduct earlier screening and to tailor such screening to personalized risk factors rather than waiting for the women to reach the current age threshold before commencing screening. Factors like a family history of genetic mutations, existence of family members that were diagnosed with breast cancer and other such factors should prompt medical personnel to flag those that may be at higher risk even if they don’t fall within the conventional age bracket for undergoing regular screening. 

As cases of aggressive breast cancer increase in younger women, there is urgency for new therapy approaches that can address these invasive cancers. Firms like Calidi Biotherapeutics Inc. (NYSE American: CLDI) are working as best they can to respond to this need, and any medications they commercialize against this and other cancers could help lots of patients around the world. 

Calidi Biotherapeutics Inc. (CLDI), closed Friday's trading session at $1.46, off by 0.6802721%, on 39,943 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 10,491,448 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $1.1/$22.296.

Rivian Automotive Inc. (RIVN)

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A Chinese electric supercar has shattered the global drifting speed record with a performance resembling cinematic action sequences more than reality. The GAC Hyptec SSR etched its name into history with a certified 132.7 mph drift displaying remarkable control and generating theatrical volumes of tire smoke that obscured visibility. 

Guangzhou, China, hosted the record-breaking run where the vehicle sustained sideways movement spanning over 164 feet. Guinness World Records officials required participants to maintain angles exceeding 30 degrees while traveling faster than 128.7 mph across at least 50 meters. The SSR exceeded these benchmarks, achieving a validated 213.523 kilometers per hour during the officially monitored attempt. 

Ye Zhicheng, a professional racing driver, executed the run through careful synchronization of throttle inputs and steering commands. Massive plumes of tire smoke filled the testing area while the machine remained stable throughout the maneuver. The composure displayed by both vehicle and operator during such an extreme feat proves particularly noteworthy. 

As the country’s inaugural factory-produced electric supercar, the Hyptec SSR packs three electric motors generating roughly 1,224 combined horsepower. Total system output surpasses 900 kilowatts through a tri-motor arrangement featuring one front and two rear power units. Specifications include acceleration from standstill to 62 mph in approximately 1.9 seconds, with maximum velocity touching 155.9 mph. Peak acceleration generates 1.7 G-forces, ranking among the swiftest battery-powered production vehicles available. 

Advanced battery architecture incorporating supplementary thermal management enabled sustained peak performance without the overheating problems that typically limit electric vehicle capabilities during intense use. Buyers can select from Standard, Ultimate or Track variants priced between roughly $176,000 and $231,000 depending on configuration. 

Porsche previously established an electric vehicle drifting benchmark through a contrasting challenge. Racing instructor Jens Richter navigated a Taycan GTS through 132 circuits on frozen surfaces near Levi, Finland, maintaining sideways travel for 17.503 kilometers. His January 2025 run lasted 46 minutes, substantially surpassing the earlier ice drifting distance of 14.809 kilometers. Ice-based records demand distinct approaches compared to high-velocity asphalt demonstrations. 

The country maintains its position at the forefront of electric vehicle innovation, pushing technological boundaries and achieving record sales volumes despite substantial import duties imposed by numerous Western nations. Chinese performance EVs have ascended competitive rankings swiftly, yet establishing a drift record approaching 133 mph signals capabilities reaching unprecedented heights. 

This accomplishment demonstrates the nation’s aggressive approach to global electric automotive competition. Feng Xingya, chairman of GAC Group, characterized the achievement as a significant moment for domestic high-performance vehicle development. Observing the black SSR executing this feat provides a glimpse into the escalating intensity of worldwide electric vehicle rivalry. 

If the quality of technology displayed in this record-setting performance is anything to go by, Western EV makers like Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ: RIVN) have their work cut out to ramp up their production quickly if they are to claim a significant share of the global automotive market in the coming years. 

Rivian Automotive Inc. (RIVN), closed Friday's trading session at $18.42, up 12.112%, on 103,734,208 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 175,562 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $10.36/$19.6.

Cresco Labs Inc. (CRLBF)

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A Michigan court has refused to pause the state’s newly approved 24% tax on wholesale marijuana, clearing the way for the levy to begin on January 1, 2026. The decision, issued by Court of Claims Judge Sima Patel, was closely watched by marijuana companies and policymakers who have debated for months whether the Legislature overstepped its authority when it added the tax to this year’s budget. 

Patel sided with state officials who argued that the new charge does not alter the substance of the 2018 ballot measure that opened Michigan’s recreational cannabis market. State lawyers maintained that the voter-backed law remains intact and that the tax is simply a tool to raise money for infrastructure projects, particularly road improvements. 

Patel noted that early drafts of the road funding measure already envisioned higher tax collections to support transportation, even though they did not spell out where those dollars would come from. According to the judge, the underlying purpose of the legislation stayed consistent. 

Under the state’s Constitution, any revision to a voter-approved statute requires a three-quarters vote in both legislative chambers. The wholesale tax did not meet that bar, which became a central argument for the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association (MCIA). 

The group contended that creating a new levy without overwhelming legislative support effectively changes the framework voters endorsed six years ago. Business owners have warned that layering a sizable wholesale tax on top of the existing retail excise tax could push some companies to the brink. 

Industry representatives also cautioned that higher prices might push buyers back toward unlicensed sellers, undermining efforts to build a stable and regulated marketplace. The court said these predictions were too uncertain to justify blocking the policy. 

MCIA spokesperson Rose Tantraphol said the organization intends to keep pressing its case, insisting that lawmakers ignored the intent of the electorate when they approved the budget provision. 

A scheduling conference is planned for January 13 to determine how the case will proceed. The next formal step for the industry group is an appeal to the state’s Court of Appeals. Regardless of how that panel rules, both sides expect the issue to reach the state Supreme Court. 

The wholesale levy, combined with the state’s existing 10% retail cannabis excise tax, will place Michigan among the states with the highest marijuana tax rates in the country. 

Marijuana sales in Michigan are already showing signs of decline. Legal retailers reported $3.2 billion in revenue in 2024, making Michigan the second-largest marijuana market in the nation after California. 

Companies like Cresco Labs Inc. (CSE: CL) (OTCQX: CRLBF) with operations in Michigan will be hoping that the legal process yields an outcome that doesn’t impose an exorbitant tax burden on licensed marijuana companies in the state. 

Cresco Labs Inc. (CRLBF), closed Friday's trading session at $1.43, up 83.5687%, on 8,029,390 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 322,930 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.4256/$1.62.

Aston Bay Holdings Ltd. (ATBHF)

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Last week, the price of copper climbed to $11,617 per ton, marking a more than 30% gain for the year and signaling more than a typical commodity upswing. The current environment reflects a fundamental shift in the global copper ecosystem, where short-term influences like expectations of Federal Reserve easing and U.S. tariff uncertainty intersect with powerful, long-term demand drivers like the adoption of renewable energy, growth of AI infrastructure and electrification. 

The defining feature of today’s market is severe supply tightness. 

Earlier this month, LME stocks dropped below 100,000 tons, pushing the futures curve into extreme backwardation, a clear sign of immediate physical scarcity. This explains why industrial buyers and commodity traders are competing intensely for prompt metal as production shortfalls spread across major mining regions including the Democratic Republic of Congo, Chile, and Indonesia. 

Global copper flows have also become increasingly distorted as traders reroute material toward America in anticipation of possible tariffs. This has created temporary surpluses in some regions while deepening shortages in others, reshaping treatment charges and altering smelter behavior. Tight concentrate supply has further squeezed margins along the refining chain. 

In this environment, development-ready and exploration-stage copper assets have gained new strategic value. 

Marimaca Copper is among the most well-positioned beneficiaries. Its project in northern Chile aligns well with investor appetite for fast-to-market, low-cost production. This oxide heap-leach project moved into a lower-risk category after receiving environmental approval last month, with the company preparing for a final investment decision targeted for late next year. 

Fitzroy Minerals offers a different angle through exploration efforts in northern Chile. The firm’s heap-leach joint venture with Pucobre S.A. provides access to the Biocobre plant, potentially enabling near-term cash flow. 

Drilling operations at the BuenRetiro project have confirmed strong oxide and sulfide mineralization while molybdenum-rich zones at Caballos significantly enhance economic potential. The company expects its first resource estimate next year. 

Macro policy developments also reinforce the need to invest in the red metal, with reductions in interest rates by the Federal Reserve expected to lower financing costs and support industrial activity. 

This comes as structural demand from renewable energy, AI-driven data centers, and electric vehicles continues to intensify. Combined with capital discipline among major miners and the lengthy timelines required to build new large-scale projects, these forces point to a long-lasting supply deficit. 

As copper scarcity deepens, assets that can bring new supply online during this constrained cycle are best positioned to deliver long-term value. All eyes will therefore be on established exploration companies like Aston Bay Holdings Ltd. (TSX.V: BAY) (OTCQB: ATBHF) given the stable jurisdictions in which they conduct their operations. 

Aston Bay Holdings Ltd. (ATBHF), closed Friday's trading session at $0.0365, up 1.3889%, on 200 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 1,179,957 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.03095/$0.0549.

BCII Enterprises (BCII)

QualityStocks and TopPennyStockMovers reported earlier on BCII Enterprises (BCII), and today we highlight the Company, here at the QualityStocks Daily Newsletter.

BCII Enterprises (OTCID:BCII) today announced real-world applications for its patent-pending Coupon Token architecture, as detailed in two research papers by co-founders Daniel Walsh and Joseph M. Salvani published on the JD Unfiltered platform, outlining deployable, market-based designs to address U.S. housing affordability and the federal debt and deficit. The papers describe a tokenized framework that leverages speculation, trading, and conditional incentives to fund solutions without traditional public spending, while creating scalable revenue opportunities for BCII, including a proposal to issue a single Coupon Token to each of the nation’s approximately 46 million renters that embeds a permanent 2% mortgage rate discount transferable with the token and a one-time federal down payment grant of up to $24,000 available only if exercised by the original holder, creating a self-sustaining secondary market that incentivizes both near-term homebuyers and non-buyers through differentiated economic value.

To view the full press release, visit https://ibn.fm/rDhD3

ABOUT BCII ENTERPRISES INC.

BCII Enterprises Inc. (OTCID:BCII) is a blockchain-focused financial technology company developing and commercializing its patent-pending Coupon Token architecture. BCII’s mission is to transform static liabilities and tax obligations into dynamic, tradeable digital assets that benefit individuals, corporations, and governments alike.

For more information, please visit https://bciienterprises.com/

BCII Enterprises (BCII), closed Friday's trading session at $0.016, off by 2.7356%, on 92,888 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 309,999 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.0061/$0.0369.

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LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF).

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LaFleur Minerals Inc., a Canadian exploration and near-term gold producer, anticipates 2026 to be biggest year yet, beginning with the restart of gold production at its wholly owned Beacon Gold Mill

The company has doubled down on its near-term gold production strategy that involves exploration on its own promising properties, while offering the mill's capacity to other actively productive miners in the area

With gold having rocketed in value to above the $4,000 per ounce mark this year, and demand only rising, LaFleur is set to capitalize on this booming market

LaFleur Minerals (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) (FSE: 3WK0) , a Canadian exploration and near-term gold producer advancing the district-scale Swanson Gold Project in Québec's prolific Abitibi Gold Belt and progressing towards the restart of gold production at its wholly owned Beacon Gold Mill, is proving to be an excellent investment vehicle for individuals looking to make it big in the not-so-distant future. Having doubled down on its vertically integrated, near-term gold production strategy, which involves exploration and eventual bulk sampling at its Swanson Gold property to provide source of mineralized material for its nearby Beacon Gold Mill, the next factor is the availability of offering its milling capacity to the many surrounding productive miners who can use it, a rare combination that differentiates LaFleur from other junior miners.

LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) is a Canadian exploration and development company advancing the district-scale Swanson Gold Project in Québec’s prolific Abitibi Gold Belt and progressing toward the near-term restart of gold production at its wholly owned Beacon Gold Mill. The company’s strategy centers on consolidating strategic land packages—highlighted by its flagship Swanson Gold Project, a 160 km² district-scale property that includes several prospects rich in gold and critical metals previously held by Monarch Mining, Abcourt Mines, and Globex Mining. The company is leveraging its 100%-owned, fully permitted and recently refurbished Beacon Gold Mill to transition from explorer to near-term gold producer—a key inflection point that typically triggers a market re-rating, further bolstered by current rising gold market prices. By processing material from Swanson and offering custom milling to regional projects, LaFleur aims to generate cash flow with minimal capital outlay, targeting annual gold production of up to 15,000 to 20,000 ounces by early 2026.

LaFleur’s vision is to evolve into an intermediate gold producer by capitalizing on strong market conditions and Québec’s rich mining infrastructure. The location, in the world-class Abitibi Gold Belt, and its infrastructure advantage, positions LaFleur for regional consolidation, strategic partnerships, or acquisition interest. Its mission emphasizes efficient value creation through methodical exploration, low-cost asset advancement, and opportunistic acquisitions—including land and deposits from Monarch Mining, Abcourt Mines, and Globex Mining.

Québec ranks among the world’s top mining jurisdictions, offering access to flow-through capital and regulatory stability. LaFleur’s integrated strategy—combining exploration at Swanson, a permitted mill at Beacon, and potential custom milling agreements—supports a streamlined path to near-term production.

LaFleur Minerals is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Projects

LaFleur Minerals’ operations focus on two strategically located assets in the Abitibi Gold Belt: the Swanson Gold Project and the Beacon Gold Mill and Mine. These projects leverage the region’s world-class mining infrastructure and high-grade gold potential to drive the company’s transition to production.

Swanson Gold Project

The Swanson Gold Project spans 16,600 hectares and hosts the Swanson, Bartec, and Jolin gold deposits along a major structural break in the Abitibi Gold Belt. The 2024 Mineral Resource Estimate for the Swanson deposit outlines 123,400 oz of gold in Indicated category (2.1 million tonnes at 1.8 g/t) and 64,500 oz in Inferred category (872,000 tonnes at 2.3 g/t). Located 66 km north of Val-d’Or, the Project is accessible by road and rail and benefits from more than 36,000 meters of historical drilling, along with existing infrastructure including an 80-meter decline portal.

Recent work—including airborne magnetics, soil sampling, and Induced Polarization surveys—has identified multiple high-priority targets and resulted in several high-grade gold assay results, including a grab sample grading 11.71 g/t Au at Jolin, which points to significant upside as the Company prepares to test multiple new zones.

LaFleur has defined over 50 drill targets at Swanson and nearby prospects (Bartec, Jolin, Marimac) and is completing a minimum 5,000-metre diamond drilling beginning in June 2025. LaFleur Minerals has also initiated permitting for a 100,000-tonne surface bulk sample averaging 1.89 g/t Au, which it plans to process at the Beacon Gold Mill as part of a near-term production strategy.

Beacon Gold Mill

LaFleur’s 100%-owned Beacon Gold Mill is a fully refurbished and permitted mill and tailings storage facility capable of processing 750 tonnes per day (tpd), with potential expansion to 1,800 tpd, with access to numerous nearby gold deposits that could be prime sources of ore. Located only 60 km from Swanson, it underwent a $20 million upgrade by Monarch Mining in 2022 and has been under care and maintenance since early 2023. LaFleur is finalizing a C$5-6 million restart plan, ramping up production by late 2025 into early 2026, processing Swanson mineralized material and assessing custom milling opportunities for regional deposits, creating multiple potential revenue streams.

The Beacon Gold Mill is a de-risked, proven asset that benefits from existing infrastructure, including access to roads, power, and skilled labor, and further enhances the overall value proposition of LaFleur by providing a clear path to production and potential revenue-generation.

Market Opportunity

LaFleur Minerals is targeting the gold mining and processing market in Québec’s Abitibi Gold Belt, one of the world’s most productive gold regions. Its fully permitted Beacon Gold Mill, with a 750 tpd capacity and authorization to process 1.8 million tonnes of tailings, is strategically positioned to handle material from LaFleur’s Swanson Gold Project and to offer custom milling for nearby deposits such as Granada Gold. The company projects annual production of over 30,000 ounces of gold once in full production, with potential for significant revenue generation based on prevailing market prices.

Global demand for gold remains robust, driven by geopolitical risk, inflation hedging, and central bank accumulation. The World Gold Council forecasts 3-5% annual demand growth through 2030, with average prices expected between $3,200 and $3,500/oz. Within this environment, Québec’s top-tier mining jurisdiction—ranked fifth globally by the Fraser Institute in 2023—offers streamlined permitting and access to flow-through capital. LaFleur’s low-cost Beacon restart (C$5-6 million) and proximity to more than 100 active and historical mines position the company to fill a growing need for small-to-medium scale custom milling.

At Swanson, LaFleur plans to grow its current 187,900-ounce resource toward 1 million ounces through its 2025 drilling program. This hub-and-spoke strategy, leveraging centralized milling and strong local infrastructure, reduces development risk and strengthens LaFleur’s foothold in one of the most attractive gold belts in the world.

Leadership Team

Kal Malhi, Chairman, is a successful entrepreneur and the Founder of Bullrun Capital Inc., where he has raised over $300 million for early-stage companies across the mining, oil and gas, biomedical, agriculture, and technology sectors. He specializes in advancing academic research into commercial ventures and public listings, with more than two decades of capital markets and leadership experience.

Paul Ténière, M.Sc., P.Geo., Chief Executive Officer, is a seasoned mining executive and Professional Geologist with over 25 years of global experience in the development of precious and base metals, critical minerals, and metallurgical coal projects. Mr. Ténière is an expert in NI 43-101 and S-K 1300 disclosure standards and has held senior roles including President & CEO, SVP Exploration, and Director with several publicly traded mining companies. Mr. Ténière also worked at the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and TSX Venture Exchange as a mining expert and Senior Listings Manager listing dozens of mining companies and ensuring listed issuers met their corporate governance and compliance and disclosure requirements.

Harry Nijjar, Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary, serves as Managing Director at Malaspina Consultants Inc., providing CFO and strategic financial advisory services to companies across multiple industries. He holds a CPA CMA designation from the Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of British Columbia.

Louis Martin, P.Geo., Technical Advisor and Exploration Manager, is a veteran geologist with more than 40 years of exploration experience. He has played key roles in significant gold and base metal discoveries, including the Louvicourt (1989) and West Ansil (2005) deposits—both recognized by the Association de l’Exploration Minière du Québec (AEMQ). He previously served as VP Exploration at Clifton Star Resources, where he led the pre-feasibility study for the 4.5 million-ounce Duparquet Gold Project. He is a registered geologist in Québec and Ontario.

Tara Asfour, Corporate Communications, Investor Relations and Strategy, is an experienced executive consultant with over 12 years of management, investor relations, communications and marketing experience, specialized in capital markets. In her previous positions, Ms. Asfour has led over US$550 million worth of fundraising and strategic development initiatives. Ms. Asfour holds a Master’s degree in Business Management, a Financial Markets Certificate from Yale University, and a Certificate in Alternative Investments from HBS. Previous positions include investor relations executive at Red Pine Exploration, Fancamp Exploration, Communications Director at Dominion Water Reserves (now Prime Drink Group Corp) and advisor to various other publicly listed firms in the resource and technology sectors. Ms. Asfour holds the Institute for Governance (IGOPP) Certification in Governance, Ethics in Business Environment and Corruption Prevention.

Peter Espig, Strategic Advisor and Consultant, has served as Vice-President at Goldman Sachs Japan in both the Principal Finance and Securitization Group and the Asia Special Situations Group, where his team participated in more than $10 billion in structured deals, capital raises, and cross-border transactions. Prior to Goldman Sachs, he was Vice-President at Olympus Capital, a New York-based private equity firm, where he focused on corporate restructurings, investment analysis, and international financing negotiations. He also played a pioneering role in some of the earliest SPAC transactions, totaling over US$1.2 billion, and brings deep experience in disciplined capital deployment and turnaround execution. Since 2013, Mr. Espig has served as President and CEO of Nicola Mining Inc. and is a board member of ESGold Corp and First Lithium Minerals. Mr. Espig holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of British Columbia and an MBA from Columbia Business School, where he was a Chazen International Scholar. He has served on various public boards and was recognized among Industry Era’s “Top 10 Admired Leaders” in 2023.

Jean Lafleur, Senior Technical Advisor, is a Professional Geologist (Québec) with 45 years of experience in Canada and internationally including USA, Mexico, Latin America, Ireland, Spain and Africa. Earlier in his career he worked with Newmont, Falconbridge, Dome Mines, and Placer Dome and has been a C-suite executive for a number of junior exploration companies. Jean has remained active as a technical, management, and financing consultant with junior explorers since the early 2000’s through his own geological consultancy firm and throughout his career has led a number of teams in the discovery of precious and base metals, nickel, PGE’s, uranium, and iron deposits. Jean’s expertise includes mining company and project evaluations, audits, technical reporting, exploration program planning and execution, and research and development with a strong focus on Québec. Jean currently acts as a Senior Consultant, North America for Appian Capital Advisory LLP, a mining-focused private equity firm based in London, UK where through his extensive professional network he sources and presents potential mining transactions in North America to the Appian team for investment opportunities.

Investment Considerations
  • LaFleur Minerals’ fully permitted Beacon Gold Mill, acquired in 2024 and refurbished by its previous owner, offers a low-cost path to production with an estimated restart budget of C$5-6 million.
  • The Swanson Gold Project’s 2024 mineral resource estimate of 123,400 oz indicated and 64,500 oz inferred, alongside a 5,000-meter drilling program, supports the company’s goal of growing the resource toward 1 million ounces.
  • Consolidation of 15,290 hectares, including acquisitions from Monarch Mining, Abcourt Mines, and Globex Mining, has positioned LaFleur as a formidable exploration company in the Abitibi Gold Belt.
  • LaFleur’s hub-and-spoke development model, centered on its Beacon Mill, supports custom milling opportunities and enhances value from regional partnerships.
  • A highly experienced leadership team with over 100 years of combined expertise across mining, finance, and capital markets underpins the company’s transition from exploration to production.

LaFleur Minerals Inc. (OTCQB: LFLRF), closed Friday's trading session at $0.4219, up 2.9024%, on 149,130 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 102,090 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.021/$1.65.

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GlobalTech Corp. (OTC: GLTK)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight GlobalTech Corp. (OTC: GLTK).

GlobalTech Corp. is a tech holding company focusing on companies and platforms across AI, big data, and the overall digital infrastructure

The company is committed to not only acquiring tech-centric assets with strong growth potential, but also helping them succeed with access to capital, better technology, and more

The GLTK portfolio spans a variety of industries, such as digital lending, e-commerce, HR, sports management, and others

The company recently announced of a 51% interest in Moda in Pelle ("MIP"), a premium UK footwear brand

GlobalTech (OTC: GLTK) , a technology holding company focused on acquiring, developing, and scaling AI, big data, and digital infrastructure platforms, is committed to supporting high-potential assets and accelerating their growth through access to capital markets and emerging technologies.

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

GlobalTech’s diversified portfolio spans AI-powered solutions for enterprise productivity, e-commerce, retail, digital lending, compliance, and other high-growth domains. Flagship platforms include ThrivoAI, Cadnz, Baseball Blitz, Talina, ProtoEd, BillCare, Giftio, and EntityScan. The company also holds a majority stake in WorldCall Telecom Ltd., extending its telecommunications presence in Pakistan and supporting infrastructure-led value creation.

To strengthen market reach, GlobalTech continues to evaluate technology-centric acquisitions while also expanding through strategic regional alliances. Its partnership with significant regional players like Omantel anchors growth in the Middle East, a key gateway market. At the same time, the company’s Center of Excellence (CoE) and #GTCTalks knowledge platform position it as a thought leader in emerging technologies.

Supported by a seasoned leadership team and a disciplined execution model, GlobalTech is building sustainable momentum across global AI and big data markets, with the governance, innovation, and agility required to capture outsized opportunities in the digital economy.

Investment Considerations
  • GlobalTech balances internal innovation with strategic acquisitions to accelerate growth and long-term value creation.
  • The company’s flagship platforms span multiple high-growth domains including enterprise productivity, e-commerce, digital lending, and compliance.
  • Its majority stake in WorldCall Telecom Ltd. supports infrastructure-led value creation in Pakistan’s telecommunications sector.
  • Strategic alliances with regional players such as Omantel anchor GlobalTech’s expansion into key international markets like the Middle East.

GlobalTech Corp. (OTC: GLTK), closed Friday's trading session at $1.97, even for the day. The average volume for the last 3 months is 110 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $1.1/$3.4.

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ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF).

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ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) announced it has engaged Atrium Research Corporation, a leading company sponsored research firm, to provide 12 months of research coverage beginning Dec. 15, 2025. Atrium will publish research reports and conduct three recorded management interviews to present the Company's investment case. Atrium will receive $12,000 per quarter in cash compensation, holds no ESGold securities, and is at arm's length to the Company. The engagement remains subject to regulatory and Canadian Securities Exchange approval.

To view the full press release, visit https://ibn.fm/X82vH

ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) is a fully permitted, pre-production resource company on a clear path to near-term gold and silver production. With established infrastructure in place and a significant gold-silver resource, the company is uniquely positioned to generate near-term cash flow while unlocking the full potential of its Montauban Gold-Silver Project in Quebec—one of the top mining jurisdictions in the world.

ESGold is building a foundation for long-term growth through a dual-track strategy: cash-flow generation from tailings reprocessing to fund district-scale exploration.

The Montauban site, which operated as a mine for over 80 years, is now undergoing its first-ever systematic exploration program to determine just how large the remaining deposit may be. Near-term cash flow from tailings reprocessing will be used to fund exploration, with the goal of increasing the resource base and uncovering new discoveries across the expansive land package.

ESGold is advancing a scalable and replicable clean extraction model that turns legacy mine sites into revenue generating assets while setting a new industry benchmark for sustainable resource recovery.

The recent completion of a C$3.4M financing has enabled ESGold to initiate the final construction phase of its mill circuit—moving the company decisively toward production of gold and silver in Q3 2025.

Montauban Gold-Silver Project: Production Imminent

Located approximately 80 kilometers west of Quebec City, the Montauban Project is a past-producing gold-silver mine with surface and underground mineralization and over 900,000 tonnes of historical tailings. ESGold has invested over C$15 million to date, building out roads, power access, and a 16,000 sq. ft. processing facility. The company recently completed a C$3.4M financing to begin final construction of the mill circuit.

The company is fully permitted to enter into production that is expected to commence in Q3 2025 with a capacity of 500 tonnes per day, scaling to 1,000 tpd. An updated Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) is currently underway to reflect all-time high gold prices and the anticipated upside from the near-surface resource.

Parallels Between Broken Hill & Montauban

Broken Hill, discovered in 1883 in Australia, became the world’s largest source of silver, lead, and zinc—producing over $100 billion worth of metals. What made it unique was that the richest mineral zones were hidden deep underground in a twisted, boomerang-like shape, and it took decades to fully understand just how large the deposit really was.

Geologists now believe ESGold’s Montauban Project in Quebec may share similar traits. Like Broken Hill, it contains high-grade silver, lead, and zinc, along with gold—and sits within the same type of geological system known to host large, high-value mineral deposits. The rock formations, mineral assemblages, and structural complexity all suggest that Montauban could be hiding much more than what’s been historically uncovered. Academic studies now support this possible geological parallel, pointing to further evidence suggesting Montauban was formed under similar conditions as Broken Hill.

Exploration Upside

With production on the horizon, ESGold is advancing a major exploration campaign. Montauban has never undergone systematic modern exploration.

The company is currently completing a large-scale Ambient Noise Tomography (ANT) survey—a powerful 3D imaging technology that will define the size, shape, and continuity of the mineralized system. ANT is already showing strong results, with imaging going beyond the original 400m depth target and now expected to exceed 800m. This cutting-edge technology has the potential to reveal the full extent of the anomaly for the first time in Montauban’s 110-year history.

Scalable, Replicable, Clean Mining

Montauban is also part of a broader vision. Across Canada and globally, there are hundreds of orphaned or legacy mine sites that remain unrehabilitated despite containing valuable residual metals in tailings. Quebec alone is home to more than 259 of these sites, highlighting the scale of the opportunity. ESGold is advancing a scalable and replicable clean extraction model that transforms legacy sites into productive assets while setting a new benchmark for sustainable resource recovery.

The company has also performed testing that utilizes Dundee Sustainable Technologies’ CLEVR Process™, a proprietary non-cyanide extraction method that achieved 90.9% gold recovery in lab testing. This clean processing approach remains a valuable and scalable asset supporting ESGold’s near-term production and exploration growth strategy.

As a complement to its core mining operations, ESGold is developing clean technology solutions through a joint venture with DMCMS Inc. This initiative includes a polymer division that manufactures environmentally friendly products such as road stabilizers, dust suppressants, and other industrial blends—expanding the company’s sustainable commercial footprint.

Market Opportunity

ESGold is operating in a unique and specialized segment of the mining industry—reprocessing and revitalizing legacy mine sites. The Montauban Project offers both near-term cash flow and long-term growth potential by converting tailings into revenue while systematically exploring for additional high-value mineral endowments. The company’s established infrastructure, full permitting, and reclamation approvals reduce development risk and enhance execution timelines.

The broader green mining market is projected to reach $15.92 billion by 2030, according to Grand View Research. This growth is being driven by increased demand for responsible extraction methods, ESG-aligned practices, and critical mineral security. With construction underway at its fully permitted Montauban site—and exploration advancing along a Broken Hill-type geological model—ESGold is well positioned to emerge as Canada’s next premier gold and silver producer.

Leadership Team

Paul Mastantuono, Chief Executive Officer and Director, graduated with distinction from the University of Ottawa with a bachelor’s degree in social science, concentrating in criminology. He has extensive experience in the construction and transportation industries and has worked as an independent business consultant for various companies, including DNA Precious Metals Inc.

Brad Kitchen, President and Director, brings over 35 years of experience in investment banking and senior corporate management, primarily with resource-based companies. He has a detailed knowledge of regulatory, security, and tax issues, cross-border financings, and market influences, which he has applied to address business challenges for issuers and investors. Mr. Kitchen was also CEO of Eagle Hill Exploration, the company that generated in only five years the first Bankable Feasibility Study on the Windfall Lake Gold Project that was recently sold by Osisko Mining to Gold Fields for US$1.6 billion.

Andre Gautier, Senior Geologist and Director, brings over 47 years of experience in the Mining Exploration field and has worked in over 35 countries. His work experience includes entities such as: SOQUEM, Falconbridge Ltd., Noramco and Cambior Inc. Mr. Gauthier was president of MaxyGold Corp. (China), INCA Pacific Resources Inc., Lara Exploration Ltd., and Gold Holding Ltd. Mr. Gauthier also served as a Director of Vena Resources Inc., MaxyGold Corp., Lara Exploration Ltd., Western Union Peru, and Gold Holding Ltd., and from March 2015 until 2018, he served as interim Managing Director and CEO of Gold Holding Ltd., headquartered in Dubai (UAE). He has a BSC in Geology Eng. and MSC from UQAC (Chicoutimi, Quebec) and is an active member and leader of many mining and professional organizations (Canada, Peru, UAE, and China).

Investment Considerations
  • Fully Permitted & Funded for Near-Term Production: Construction underway soon at Montauban with gold-silver production expected in Q3 2025.
  • Tailings-to-Cashflow Strategy: Near-term cash flow from processing historic tailings will fund exploration across the district-scale land package.
  • Replicable Clean Mining Model: Scalable approach to legacy mine redevelopment in Canada and globally.
  • Broken Hill Analogue: Geological and structural parallels suggest Montauban may host a larger, mineralized system at depth.
  • Modern 3D Imaging Tech: Cutting-edge ANT survey is producing subsurface imaging beyond 800m, uncovering the potential size of the deposit.

ESGold Corp. (OTCQB: ESAUF), closed Friday's trading session at $0.5, even for the day, on 252,683 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 144,020 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.1291/$1.1.

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Search Minerals Inc. (TSX.V: SMY) (OTC: SHCMF)

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The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Search Minerals Inc. (TSX.V: SMY) (OTC: SHCMF).

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Search Minerals Inc. controls two district-scale rare earth land packages in Labrador, including the Port Hope Simpson – St. Lewis CREE District and the Red Wine CREE District

Each district features many prospects and deposits that the company has explored, sampled, surveyed, and drilled to learn what resides there

The districts are home to a range of rare earth elements ("REE") including Nd (Neodymium), Pr (Praseodymium), Tb (Terbium), Dy (Dysprosium), and other elements and metals that are crucial to the future of the world

Search Minerals (TSX.V: SMY) (OTC: SHCMF) , a mine exploration and development company, is working hard to advance Canada's strategically positioned rare earth portfolio.

Search Minerals Inc. (TSX.V: SMY) (OTC: SHCMF) is a mineral exploration and development company focused on advancing critical rare earth element (“CREE”) resources in Labrador, Canada. Since its establishment, the company has concentrated on systematic exploration supported by detailed geological work, extensive sampling, and disciplined technical evaluation across its landholdings.

The company operates with an emphasis on transparency, field-based science, and engagement with local communities and partners, including the NunatuKavut Community Council and municipal leaders in the surrounding region. Its technical programs and community initiatives reflect an ongoing commitment to responsible exploration and long-term regional collaboration.

Through continued exploration, environmental review, and stakeholder dialogue, Search Minerals is working to advance its rare earth assets toward future development within a supportive and mining-friendly jurisdiction.

The company is headquartered in St. Lewis, Newfoundland and Labrador.

Projects

Port Hope Simpson – St. Lewis CREE District

Deep Fox

Deep Fox has emerged as Search Minerals’ leading resource, supported by extensive drilling, channel sampling, and feasibility-related technical work. Located 2 km northeast of St. Lewis with direct road and tidewater access, the project has been defined through 137 drill holes (25,741 m), 44 channels (1,096 m), geophysical surveys, and nearly 15,500 assays. Mineralization is hosted in steeply dipping pantellerite and extends up to 42 m thick across an approximate 400 m strike length. Phase 4 programs confirmed strong Nd–Pr–Dy–Tb values from surface to at least 200 m depth and expanded the zone both east and west. These results will support an updated mineral resource estimate and advance Deep Fox toward feasibility-level assessment.

Foxtrot

Foxtrot, the company’s first major discovery, lies 10 km west of St. Lewis and has been advanced through extensive work programs including 1,484 channel samples, 72 drill holes, mapping, and geophysics. The mineralized zone is well understood from surface to depth, with consistent alignment between channel and drill core assays. Foxtrot hosts an indicated resource of 10.04 million tonnes and an inferred resource of 3.00 million tonnes (December 2021), and forms part of the combined 2022 mineral resource estimate alongside Deep Fox.

Fox Meadow

Fox Meadow is a large-scale, high-priority exploration target located 11 km west of Port Hope Simpson. The mineralized zone is up to 175 m wide with a current strike length of 680 m, supported by magnetic anomalies extending over 1 km. Channel results indicate more moderate grades than Deep Fox and Foxtrot, but the scale and notably low uranium and thorium values present compelling advantages. Mineralization is structurally complex and hosted in trachytic pantellerites enriched in allanite, fergusonite, and zircon. A 2,000 m drill campaign and additional channel sampling were completed in late 2022, with results pending.

Other Prospects Along the Belt

Search Minerals controls multiple additional discoveries across its 64 km Fox Harbour volcanic belt:

  • Silver Fox hosts high-grade zirconium, hafnium, and rare earths, with channel samples showing Zr concentrations surpassing 25,000 ppm.
  • Awesome Fox contains strong Nd–Pr–Dy–Tb values across several wide channel intervals.
  • Foxy Lady, Fox Run, and Krazy Fox exhibit CREE-enriched mineralization within the same peralkaline stratigraphy that hosts Deep Fox and Foxtrot.

These prospects collectively reinforce the district’s potential to support multiple future development opportunities beyond the flagship assets.

Red Wine CREE District

Search Minerals also controls 17 licenses (427 claims) in central Labrador within the Red Wine CREE District, prospective for both light and heavy rare earth elements as well as niobium and beryllium. Key prospects include Two Tom Lake, Mann #1, Merlot, Dory Pond, Cabernet, and Barbera. Channel assays released in 2025 confirmed significant concentrations of Nb, Be, Nd, Pr, Dy, and Tb across multiple targets. This district remains at an earlier stage but represents long-term upside, with ongoing prospecting, mapping, and additional channel sampling planned to prepare for future drilling.

Market Opportunity

Global demand for rare earth elements is projected to triple from 59,000 tonnes in 2022 to 176,000 tonnes by 2035 as electric-vehicle adoption accelerates and wind-power capacity expands. The global REE market, valued at $3.95 billion in 2024, is expected to reach $6.3 billion by 2030 at a compound annual growth rate of approximately 8.6%, according to Grand View Research. With supply projected to lag demand by as much as 30%, the outlook points to a sustained structural deficit in key magnet materials.

China currently controls roughly 60% of global REE mining and about 90% of processing capacity, prompting major efforts in North America to strengthen domestic supply chains. In 2025, the U.S. Department of Energy announced $1 billion in critical-minerals funding programs, while Canada’s C$1.5 billion Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund will support project development through 2030. These initiatives underscore the importance of strengthening domestic rare earth supply chains.

In this environment of rising demand, constrained supply, and coordinated policy support, Search Minerals’ district-scale assets position the company within one of the most strategically vital segments of the clean-energy transition.

Leadership Team

Joseph Lanzon, Chief Executive Officer and Director, brings extensive experience in government relations, strategic communications, and high-level advocacy across regulatory, legislative, and capital markets environments. His background includes promoting shareholder interests at the Toronto Stock Exchange and navigating complex policy landscapes, with a strong foundation in strategic messaging, negotiation, and relationship building.

Jason Macintosh, Chief Financial Officer, brings more than 25 years of comprehensive finance leadership experience. He previously served as CFO and Corporate Secretary for STLLR Gold Inc., where he oversaw accounting and finance operations, established financial controls, and aligned financial strategy with the company’s broader growth and exploration objectives.

Dr. Randy Miller, Vice President, Exploration, holds a Ph.D. in Geology from the University of Toronto and is a registered Professional Geoscientist in Newfoundland and Labrador. He brings extensive rare earth element experience, including work on the Strange Lake deposit and 12 years as the province’s Rare Earth Element and Rare Metal Specialist. His research across Labrador and Newfoundland underpins Search’s exploration model, and he has been with the company since 2009.

Ed Moriarity, Vice President, Environment and External Relations, brings over 25 years of experience across private industry, government, and the non-profit sector. He previously served as Executive Director of Mining Industry NL and as a Director of Communications with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, and now leads Search’s environmental engagement and partnership work with the NunatuKavut Community Council. He holds a BA from Memorial University and a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration from the University of Roehampton-London.

Investment Considerations
  • Search Minerals controls two district-scale rare earth land packages in Labrador, including the Port Hope Simpson–St. Lewis District, a 64-kilometre belt hosting multiple CREE deposits and prospects.
  • Deep Fox and Foxtrot host published mineral resource estimates, with Phase 4 results supporting an updated resource model and feasibility-level work for Deep Fox.
  • Strong community and Indigenous partnerships support responsible development, environmental review, and long-term project alignment with local stakeholders.
  • Extensive historical exploration, including more than 200 drill holes and thousands of channel samples, provides a robust technical foundation for future development decisions.
  • The company’s work across two mineralized districts provides exposure to a range of rare earth element types and long-term exploration potential.

Search Minerals Inc. (OTC: SHCMF), closed Friday's trading session at $0.2905, even for the day. The average volume for the last 3 months is 20,150 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.069/$0.6083.

Recent News

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS).

President Donald Trump said Monday that his administration will permit Nvidia to resume sales of its H200 AI chips to selected buyers in China, as long as those customers receive approval from U.S. officials. Trump posted the announcement on social media, saying the policy aims to safeguard national security, support domestic employment, and preserve what he described as the country's edge in advanced computing. The decision covers other American chipmakers, including AMD, and follows a lobbying push by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, who traveled to Washington last week to press the case. Nvidia, now the most valuable company in the world and a dominant force in advanced processors, has been caught between the strategic priorities of Beijing and Washington. The company had been barred from sending its top-tier chips to China, a key market. Still, even with resumed access to the H200, experts expect Chinese firms to continue pushing for alternatives that reduce reliance on American suppliers. Beijing had earlier urged local companies to sidestep Nvidia's H200 AI chips and purchase domestic products instead. Security researchers, meanwhile, warn that any relaxation carries risks. Specialists at Georgetown University's Center for Security & Emerging Technology note that China's military already uses advanced processors designed by American companies to develop AI-driven systems. They add that easier access to advanced processors could help China accelerate AI-driven tools for battlefield planning and operations. Other players like D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) in the American tech industry will be watching how the tech rivalry between Beijing and Washington affects global markets since these tensions could impact more companies beyond Nvidia. 

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) is a leader in quantum computing systems, software and services focused on delivering customer value via practical quantum applications for problems such as logistics, artificial intelligence, materials sciences, drug discovery, scheduling, fault detection and financial modeling. As the only provider building both annealing and gate-model quantum computers, the company is unlocking commercial use cases in optimization today, while building the technologies that will enable new solutions tomorrow.

D-Wave is a pioneer in quantum computing, with a history of delivering the world’s first commercial quantum computer; the first real-time quantum cloud service; countless hardware and software product and research milestones; and the planned first cross-platform quantum solution which will deliver both annealing and gate-model quantum computers to customers via an integrated platform. Its current commercial product offerings include: Advantage™ (fifth generation quantum computer), Leap™ (quantum cloud service), Launch™ (quantum computing onboarding service) and Ocean™ (full suite of open-source programming tools).

D-Wave’s relentless pursuit of practical quantum computing has resulted in the technology being used today by some of the world’s most advanced enterprises – more than 25 of the Forbes Global 2000 use D-Wave.

D-Wave’s commercial customers include blue-chip industry leaders like Volkswagen, Accenture, BBVA, NEC Corporation, Save-On-Foods, DENSO and Lockheed Martin. The company boasts an extensive IP portfolio featuring more than 200 issued U.S. patents and over 100 peer-reviewed papers published in leading scientific journals.

Founded in 1999, D-Wave is the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers. With headquarters and the Quantum Engineering Center of Excellence based near Vancouver, Canada, D-Wave’s U.S. operations are based in Palo Alto, California.

Advantage™ Quantum Computer

 

With the Advantage™ Quantum Computer, D-Wave has incorporated two decades of experience and over 10 years of customer feedback to create the first and only quantum computer designed for business. The platform features a new processor architecture with over 5,000 qubits and 15-way qubit connectivity. This is 2.5x more connections and more than double the number of qubits than the company’s previous generation quantum computer.

D-Wave’s quantum computers, first located in its facilities in British Columbia, have been available to North American users through its Leap™ quantum cloud service since 2018. It has since introduced new Advantage systems in Julich, Germany, and most recently, Marina Del Rey, California, which marked the availability of the first Advantage quantum computer physically located in the United States.

That new deployment is part of the USC-Lockheed Martin Quantum Computing Center (QCC) hosted at USC’s Information Sciences Institute (ISI), a unit of the University of Southern California’s prestigious Viterbi School of Engineering. Additionally, Amazon Web Services (AWS) and D-Wave announced that the U.S.-based system is available for use in Amazon 2racket, expanding the number to three different D-Wave quantum systems available to AWS users.

Leap Quantum Cloud Service

 

D-Wave’s customers interface with its systems through the Leap™ quantum cloud service. Leap delivers immediate, real-time access to the company’s Advantage quantum computer and quantum hybrid solver service, all with enterprise-class performance and scalability.

Leap allows developers proficient in Python to get started building and running quantum applications. Through a seamless and secure cloud-based connection, users can easily start solving complex problems of up to 1 million variables and 100,000 constraints.

Using Leap, D-Wave customers have developed quantum hybrid applications for use cases in manufacturing, logistics, financial services, life sciences, materials science, retail and transportation. By eliminating the need to wait hours, days or weeks to get good answers to a broad array of problems, D-Wave is helping businesses move forward.

D-Wave Launch

D-Wave Launch™ is the company’s onboarding platform aimed at helping businesses easily start their quantum journey. Through this program, D-Wave’s team of experts and partners aid enterprises in identifying best use cases for quantum and work with them to develop a proof of concept and production pilot.

From there, the team coordinates with customers to get their hybrid quantum applications up and running, providing ongoing Leap quantum cloud access to ensure the application is operating smoothly and delivering real business value.

Target Verticals

While the potential applications for quantum computing are effectively limitless, D-Wave has identified a number of industry verticals as key areas of focus for its quantum architecture, providing case studies for each. These include:

  • Manufacturing – D-Wave worked with Volkswagen to identify a commercial optimization application, the binary paint shop problem, which was run on D-Wave’s hybrid solver service. The solver outperformed four purely classical methods on problem sizes at commercial scale (N=3,000). In a separate project, similar inputs were tested using a leading ion trap system, which failed to find any commercial solution.
  • Life Sciences – Menten AI makes use of D-Wave quantum computing to assist in the design of novel therapeutic peptides—short strings of amino acids that can act as potent drugs. With the rise of COVID-19, D-Wave’s Advantage system made it possible to identify molecules that might be especially well-suited for binding and inhibiting the related spike protein, producing several promising peptide designs.
  • Finance – Multiverse Computing, a leader in developing quantum solutions for the financial sector, leveraged D-Wave’s hybrid solver service in a collaboration with BBVA, one of the world’s largest financial institutions. Multiverse demonstrated management strategies that far exceeded the granularity of traditional returns in a fraction of the time, helping BBVA identify a low-risk portfolio for investment.

Market Opportunity

The quantum computing total addressable market is projected to grow between $450 billion and $850 billion over the next 15 to 30 years, with between $5 billion and $10 billion of anticipated TAM growth coming in the next three to five years, according to Boston Consulting Group. Driving factors behind this growth include rising investments in quantum computing tech by governments and an increasing number of commercial use-cases.

Forward-thinking organizations see quantum as an opportunity to move ahead of the competition. From finding efficiencies and reducing waste to decreasing time to solution and solving problems abandoned due to complexity, the business value is real. According to data from 451 Research, 40% of large enterprises are already experimenting with quantum computing.

D-Wave is strategically positioned – in an industry with significant barriers to entry – as evident by a decades-long track record serving a roster of blue-chip customers. The company is singularly focused on helping its customers achieve clear value by leveraging quantum computing in practical business applications. With a full stack of systems, software, developer tools and services, D-Wave is working to enable enterprises, governments, developers and researchers to access the power of quantum computing, thereby providing an intriguing opportunity for prospective investors.

D-Wave’s current investor base includes PSP Investments, Goldman Sachs, BDC Capital, NEC Corporation, Aegis Group Partners and In-Q-Tel.

Leadership Team

Dr. Alan Baratz has served as the CEO of D-Wave since 2020. Previously, as Executive Vice President of R&D and Chief Product Officer, he drove the development, delivery, and support of all of D-Wave’s products, technologies, and applications. Dr. Baratz has over 25 years of experience in product development and bringing new products to market at leading technology companies and software startups. As the first president of JavaSoft at Sun Microsystems, he oversaw the growth and adoption of the Java platform from its infancy to a robust platform supporting mission-critical applications in nearly 80 percent of Fortune 1000 companies. He has also held executive positions at Symphony, Avaya, Cisco, and IBM. Dr. Baratz holds a doctorate in computer science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

John Markovich is the company’s CFO. He brings to D-Wave over three decades of experience working with rapidly growing private and public technology companies across all stages of development. Mr. Markovich has directed the finance, accounting, tax, treasury, M&A, legal, operations, customer service, IR, HR, and IT functions for companies ranging from privately held pre-revenue startups to an NYSE-listed Fortune 500 multi-national company with over $1.2 billion in annual revenue. During his career, he has negotiated and closed over 150 debt, equity, M&A, and joint venture transactions exceeding $2.5 billion in value; over a dozen private placements; nearly a dozen M&A transactions; and several international joint ventures. Mr. Markovich holds a BS in Business from Miami University and an MBA from the Michigan State Graduate School of Business.

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS), closed Friday's trading session at $26.1, off by 6.7191%, on 33,270,264 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 34,024,964 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $3.74/$46.75.

Recent News

Forward Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: FWDI)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Forward Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: FWDI).

Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI) , the leading Solana treasury company, today reported financial results for the twelve months ended Sept. 30, 2025, noting that despite less than one month of activity under its new Solana treasury strategy, the Company generated approximately $4.6 million in staking revenue during the fourth quarter and continues building toward long-term SOL-per-share growth. Fiscal 2025 net revenue was $18.2 million versus $20.0 million in the prior year, with operating expenses of $13.6 million compared to $7.3 million, and results reflecting a $160 million non-cash, unrealized mark-to-market loss on SOL holdings required under current accounting standards.

To view the full press release, visit https://ibn.fm/jmd0Q

Forward Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: FWDI) is building and managing a large-scale Solana (SOL) treasury, backed by some of the most influential investors in the digital asset space. The company’s strategy centers on long-term shareholder value through active participation in the Solana ecosystem, which it views as uniquely positioned to underpin future global capital markets due to its high throughput, deep economic activity, and growing developer adoption.

Through this shift, Forward Industries aims to create value by accumulating SOL and strategically deploying assets through on-chain opportunities including staking, lending, and participation in decentralized finance (DeFi). Forward also became the first U.S.-listed company to bring its common stock onto the Solana blockchain, reinforcing its focus on digital-native capital markets.

Forward Industries is headquartered in New York.

Solana Treasury Operations

In September 2025, Forward Industries closed a $1.65 billion private investment in public equity (PIPE) led by Multicoin Capital, Galaxy Digital, and Jump Crypto. The PIPE proceeds were deployed to acquire over 6.8 million SOL at an average price of $232 per token, with a portion executed on-chain via DFlow, a decentralized exchange aggregator built exclusively for Solana trading applications. The company has since staked the entirety of its treasury, actively generating yield through native Solana infrastructure and DeFi applications.

Forward’s strategy is centered on growing SOL per share, leveraging a range of tools including at-the-market (ATM) equity offerings and potential preferred equity issuance. The company is also targeting acquisitions and strategic partnerships within the Solana ecosystem to accelerate treasury yield and ecosystem alignment. As part of its infrastructure expansion, Forward tokenized its FORD shares on the Solana blockchain in collaboration with Superstate and plans to acquire an equity interest in the platform. The tokenized shares are expected to enable 24/7 trading, real-time settlement, and eligibility for use as DeFi collateral.

This shift was supported by the company’s board and executive team, whose composition reflects deep alignment with the Solana ecosystem — including leadership from Multicoin Capital and board observers from Galaxy and Jump Crypto. The company’s stated objective is to establish itself as the leading institutional participant in the Solana ecosystem, uniquely positioned to capture both economic yield and strategic exposure to one of the fastest-growing blockchain networks in the world.

Market Opportunity

Solana has emerged as the most performant blockchain in the digital asset space, processing over 8.9 billion transactions in Q2 2025 and sustaining approximately $3 billion in daily decentralized exchange (DEX) trading volume. Year to date, Solana applications have generated over $4 billion in fees and more than $1 billion in real economic value (REV), a proxy for free cash flow generated by the network.

DeFi participation, stablecoin usage, and developer activity have all grown substantially, with over $1.5 trillion in swap volume recorded through 2025. SOL staking yields have averaged over 8%, comprised of both inflationary rewards and organic yield from network activity. With 17 pending ETF applications and major institutions like BlackRock, Visa, PayPal, and HSBC integrating Solana, Forward Industries is positioned to benefit from a rising tide of institutional adoption, tokenization of real-world assets, and increased demand for high-performance blockchain infrastructure.

Leadership Team

Kyle Samani, Chairman of Forward Industries, is the co-founder and Managing Partner of Multicoin Capital, an early Solana backer and one of the largest holders of SOL. Samani contributed $25 million to the PIPE and is a key strategic leader behind Forward’s treasury roadmap.

Mike Pruitt, Interim CEO of Forward Industries, joined the board in February 2025 and was appointed Interim CEO in May. He is the founder of Avenel Financial Group and previously served as CEO of Chanticleer Holdings, bringing decades of public company leadership and capital markets experience.

Kathleen Weisberg, Chief Financial Officer of Forward Industries, was appointed CFO in July 2023 after serving as Corporate Controller since 2020. Weisberg is a CPA with prior roles at WW International, Symbol Technologies, and Ernst & Young.

Investment Considerations
  • Forward Industries is the largest publicly traded Solana treasury platform with more than 6.8 million SOL acquired to date.
  • The company raised $1.65 billion in a PIPE led by Multicoin Capital, Galaxy Digital, and Jump Crypto to fund its Solana treasury acquisition.
  • Forward generates yield through active staking, lending, and DeFi participation, increasing SOL-per-share over time.
  • The company tokenized its common stock on the Solana blockchain and plans to acquire an equity stake in Superstate to expand on-chain capital markets access.
  • Forward is led by crypto-native investors with deep strategic alignment in the Solana ecosystem.

Forward Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: FWDI), closed Friday's trading session at $7.56, off by 0.2638522%, on 738,605 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 863,078 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $3.32/$46.

Recent News

Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ: DVLT)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ: DVLT).

Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT) , a leader in data monetization, credentialing and digital engagement technologies, today announced that its board of directors has set Dec. 24, 2025 as the distribution date for the Dream Bowl 2026 Meme Coin token to all eligible record equityholders of Datavault AI, as well as to record holders of common stock of Scilex Holding Company (NASDAQ: SCLX) receiving the token as a voluntary gesture of appreciation for Scilex's role as a significant stockholder, licensing partner and co-sponsor of Dream Bowl XIV. The company will begin mailing detailed setup and access instructions on or about Dec. 12, 2025, with distribution subject to recipients opening a Datavault AI digital wallet, executing an Opt-In Agreement, and acknowledging that the Meme Coin is a commemorative digital collectible with no equity, monetary, or investment features.

To view the full press release, visit https://ibn.fm/eMSHI

Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ: DVLT) is a pioneering leader in immersive, wireless sound technology, providing cutting-edge audio solutions for intelligent devices and next-generation home entertainment systems. The company collaborates with top consumer electronics (CE) brands and manufacturers, including industry giants like Harman International (a division of Samsung), LG, Hisense, TCL, Bang & Olufsen, and Platin Audio. WiSA Technologies delivers exceptional wireless sound experiences for high-definition content, including movies, music, sports, gaming, and esports, thereby enhancing the overall consumer experience in home entertainment.

As a founding member of WiSA™ (the Wireless Speaker and Audio Association), WiSA Technologies plays a critical role in defining wireless audio interoperability standards, ensuring seamless integration across devices and platforms. The company actively works with leading consumer electronics companies, technology providers, retailers, and ecosystem partners to promote and market spatial audio technologies, underscoring its commitment to advancing the future of audio and making high-quality, immersive sound accessible to a broader audience.

Headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, WiSA Technologies extends its global reach with sales teams strategically located in Taiwan, China, Japan, Korea, and California. This international presence allows the company to effectively serve a diverse customer base and maintain strong relationships with key partners worldwide. By continuously innovating and setting new benchmarks in wireless audio, WiSA Technologies is well-positioned to remain at the forefront of the evolving home entertainment landscape.

The WiSA Association

The WiSA® Association, a wholly owned subsidiary of WiSA Technologies, is dedicated to promoting and standardizing spatial audio solutions for home entertainment, ensuring that immersive audio experiences are accessible to everyone. In collaboration with leading consumer electronics companies, technology providers, retailers, and ecosystem partners, the association works to advance wireless audio technology across various devices, making high-quality sound an integral part of modern home entertainment systems. As a key player in the industry, WiSA LLC, also known as the Wireless Speaker and Audio Association, is instrumental in fostering the adoption and integration of cutting-edge audio technologies.

Recently, the WiSA Association significantly expanded its influence by executing licensing agreements with leading HDTV brands, covering 43% of the HDTV market that uses the Android operating system, the most widely used OS in the market. By focusing on Android-based HDTVs and collaborating with speaker manufacturers, WiSA is actively building an ecosystem of WiSA E-enabled speaker systems, mirroring the success of its earlier WiSA HT technology. This strategic initiative, combined with WiSA E’s compatibility with multiple HDTV SoC providers and support for spatial audio formats like Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, positions the association at the forefront of transforming home audio experiences, driving widespread adoption across the home entertainment landscape.

Market Opportunity

From an investment perspective, WiSA Technologies Inc. is strategically positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for wireless and immersive audio experiences as consumer preferences shift toward high-definition home entertainment systems. As streaming services, gaming, and smart home technologies continue to expand, the need for seamless, high-quality audio solutions is becoming increasingly critical. WiSA Technologies, with its innovative wireless sound technology and strong partnerships with leading consumer electronics brands, is well-placed to capture a significant share of this expanding market, particularly as more consumers seek to enhance their home entertainment experiences.

Moreover, the company’s focus on setting industry standards through the WiSA Association further solidifies its role as a key player in the evolving audio landscape. By driving the adoption of wireless audio interoperability standards, WiSA Technologies not only ensures broad compatibility across devices but also positions itself as a leader in the market, capable of influencing future trends and technologies. This proactive approach, combined with its established global presence and collaborations with top-tier brands, provides WiSA Technologies with a strong foundation for sustained growth, making it an attractive opportunity for investors looking to gain exposure to the burgeoning home entertainment and smart audio sectors.

Leadership Team

Brett Moyer is the Chief Executive Officer, President, and Chairman of WiSA Technologies, Inc., and a founding member of the company. He has served in these leadership roles since August 2010. Prior to this, Mr. Moyer was the president and CEO of Focus Enhancements, Inc., where he oversaw the development and marketing of proprietary video technology. He has a rich background in consumer electronics, having held key positions at Zenith Electronics Inc., including Vice President and General Manager of its Commercial Products Division. Mr. Moyer also serves on the board of directors of Alliant International University and has previously served on the boards of HotChalk, Inc., and NeoMagic Corporation. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Beloit College and an MBA in Finance and Accounting from Thunderbird School of Global Management.

Gary Williams is the Chief Accounting Officer and Vice President of Finance at WiSA Technologies, Inc., roles he has held since September 2019 and the company’s founding in August 2010, respectively. He previously served as the company’s Chief Financial Officer and Secretary until 2019. Mr. Williams has extensive experience in finance, having served as CFO of Quantum3D, Inc., and in similar roles at Focus Enhancements Inc. and Videonics Inc. He began his career in public accounting with Coopers & Lybrand LLP. Mr. Williams is a certified public accountant (inactive) and holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting from San Diego State University.

Investment Considerations
  • WiSA Technologies is strategically positioned in the rapidly growing market for wireless and immersive audio solutions, with strong partnerships with leading consumer electronics brands like Samsung, LG, and Bang & Olufsen.
  • The company’s proprietary WiSA E technology is driving innovation in home entertainment, offering a scalable platform that supports advanced audio formats such as Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
  • WiSA Technologies’ recent licensing agreements with major HDTV brands covering 43% of the Android OS market significantly expand its market reach and revenue potential.
  • Led by an experienced management team with deep industry knowledge, WiSA Technologies is well-equipped to capitalize on the increasing demand for high-quality, wireless audio experiences.
  • With a focus on setting industry standards through the WiSA Association, the company is positioned as a leader in the evolving audio technology landscape, providing a strong foundation for long-term growth.
Additional Resources

Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ: DVLT), closed Friday's trading session at $1.38, off by 4.1667%, on 21,627,755 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 38,823,373 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.2512/$4.1.

Recent News

HeartBeam Inc. (NASDAQ: BEAT)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight HeartBeam Inc. (NASDAQ: BEAT).

HeartBeam Inc. (NASDAQ: BEAT) is a medical technology company pioneering a new approach to cardiac care by delivering hospital-grade electrocardiogram (ECG) insights outside traditional clinical settings. Its proprietary platform supports a scalable app-based solution for real-time heart monitoring.

The company’s mission is to empower both patients and physicians with actionable cardiac data wherever symptoms begin, addressing a critical gap in the first hours of cardiac events. Through its connected cardiac care ecosystem, HeartBeam is establishing a new model for remote monitoring that deepens patient engagement and delivers more actionable insights for physicians. This approach is designed to obtain early diagnosis which could reduce time to treatment, improve outcomes, and lower costs across the healthcare continuum.

HeartBeam’s system aims to bring clinical-grade cardiac assessment into the home. HeartBeam is preparing for commercial launch as its 12-lead ECG synthesis software undergoes regulatory review, building on prior clearance of its 3D ECG system for arrhythmia assessment. The company plans to leverage its unique longitudinal ECG dataset and deep learning algorithms to advance predictive capabilities in the future.

HeartBeam is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.

Products

HeartBeam’s flagship innovation is its credit card-sized, cable-free ECG device that collects heart signals in three non-coplanar dimensions and synthesizes a 12-lead ECG. Cleared by the FDA in December 2024 for arrhythmia assessment, the HeartBeam System enables patients to capture high-fidelity heart data during symptomatic episodes, even outside a clinical environment.

The company’s pending 12-lead ECG synthesis software, developed from the same 3D signal acquisition, successfully met clinical endpoints in the VALID-ECG study and is currently under FDA review for arrhythmia assessment. This software combined with an on-demand cardiologist reader service is expected to form the backbone of HeartBeam’s commercial launch strategy, providing patients with access to a synthesized 12-lead ECG outside of the traditional hospital setting and enabling physician interpretation of patient ECGs from anywhere.

From the core, the team is building an ecosystem that includes integration with wearables, automated arrhythmia assessments, AI-driven wellness features, community features and trending insights. The ecosystem is intended to drive adoption and increase the overall value of the HeartBeam System.

Artificial Intelligence and Predictive Analytics

To enhance its diagnostic capabilities, HeartBeam is developing AI-powered arrhythmia detection algorithms to be validated in collaboration with Mount Sinai Heart. In early testing, these deep learning algorithms achieved diagnostic accuracy comparable to standard 12-lead ECGs when classifying atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, and sinus rhythm.

Additionally, HeartBeam’s AI engine has the potential to transform routine monitoring into predictive power in the future. The company’s platform enables frequent readings, building a unique longitudinal ECG dataset unique that no one else offers. By leveraging deep learning on the repeated measurements, there is an opportunity to develop predictive capabilities, such as screening for hidden cardiac conditions and forecasting risk of future events. The unique longitudinal dataset will create a defensible data moat as the company continues to advance its AI program.

Market Opportunity

HeartBeam is targeting a large unmet need in cardiac care by delivering hospital-grade ECG diagnostics to patients outside of traditional healthcare settings. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, yet most cardiac events occur at home, where standard 12-lead ECGs are not available, leading to costly delays in diagnosis and treatment. HeartBeam’s FDA-cleared 3D ECG technology is designed to close this critical gap with on-demand, remote diagnostic capabilities.

The company’s initial commercialization strategy focuses on two distinct U.S. entry markets. The first includes approximately 500,000 elevated-risk patients in concierge care settings, representing a $250 million to $500 million annual revenue opportunity. The second addresses a larger direct-pay segment of 2.6 million elevated-risk individuals, with potential revenues of $1.3 billion to $2.6 billion annually. Future expansion may include reimbursement-driven pathways through Medicare Advantage, providers, and payer partnerships.

HeartBeam anticipates annual subscription pricing between $500 and $1,000 per patient, with roughly 50% gross margins on device costs and 70%+ on recurring revenue. Based on a model using five U.S. regions, each with an estimated 75,000 eligible patients, HeartBeam projects that just 10% adoption would generate approximately $20 million in gross profit—enough to reach cash flow break-even under current pricing and margin assumptions. Over time, the company’s longitudinal ECG dataset and predictive AI capabilities are expected to deliver additional value to healthcare systems, research institutions, and life science partners.

Leadership Team

Robert Eno, Chief Executive Officer and Director, brings over 30 years of experience in the medical technology industry, including leadership roles at HeartFlow, OptiMedica, and NeoGuide Systems. He joined HeartBeam as President in January 2023 and was appointed CEO in October 2024, later joining the board in May 2025 to support commercial growth.

Branislav Vajdic, Ph.D., Founder and Chief Technology Officer, is a semiconductor and medtech innovator who previously led product design teams at Intel and founded NewCardio. He holds over 20 patents and is the original architect of HeartBeam’s core technology.

Tim Cruickshank, Chief Financial Officer, oversees financial strategy and capital allocation. He works closely with the leadership team to support commercialization while maintaining financial discipline aligned with key regulatory milestones.

Peter Fitzgerald, M.D., Ph.D., Chief Medical Advisor, is Director of the Center for Cardiovascular Technology at Stanford and a seasoned clinical trialist with over 175 studies and 650 publications. He has founded over 20 medtech companies and advises the FDA on digital health analytics.

Ken Persen, Chief Technology Officer, has more than 28 years of experience in cardiac rhythm management and digital health. He previously served as CTO and CEO at LIVMOR and held engineering roles at Cameron Health and Guidant.

Investment Considerations
  • HeartBeam has developed and secured FDA clearance for a credit card-sized 3D ECG device that enables arrhythmia assessment outside of traditional clinical settings.
  • The company’s 12-lead ECG synthesis software successfully met pivotal study endpoints and is currently under FDA review, supporting near-term commercialization.
  • HeartBeam’s AI algorithms, validated in collaboration with Mount Sinai, demonstrated high diagnostic accuracy and provide a foundation for predictive cardiac monitoring. The company plans to submit its AI algorithms for FDA clearance in the future.
  • The company holds more than 20 issued patents, including protections for device design and risk-based diagnostic algorithms.
  • HeartBeam was honored with the 2025 Innovation Award in Remote Cardiac Diagnostics, reinforcing its leadership position in the digital health space.

HeartBeam Inc. (NASDAQ: BEAT), closed Friday's trading session at $2.3, up 8.4906%, on 64,445,962 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 25,327,004 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.54/$3.48.

Recent News

Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI).

Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI) is a mission-driven technology company delivering advanced AI-powered security and defense solutions. It is focused on serving customers in the defense, homeland security, humanitarian, law enforcement, and commercial markets where its AI, drone-based services and ballistic protective gear can synergistically deliver safety and operational efficiency.

At the heart of Safe Pro’s mission is its patented artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), deep learning and applied computer vision software technology. These tools are currently being used to rapidly detect small objects in drone-based video and imagery such as landmines and unexploded ordnance (UXO), enabling safer and more efficient field operations across global conflict and post-conflict zones and supporting efforts to improve the reliability of critical infrastructure. The company’s vision is to lead the evolution of security and threat detection through AI innovation, while its mission is to empower governments, enterprises, and humanitarian organizations with tools to respond to evolving threats at scale.

With a team of leaders and subject matter experts drawn from the defense, technology, and public safety sectors, Safe Pro Group delivers U.S.-developed next-generation AI and drone services through its Safe Pro AI and Airborne Response units and high-performance, American-made ballistic protective solutions through its Safe-Pro USA subsidiary.

The company is headquartered in Aventura, Florida.

Products

Safe Pro Group’s three business units operate across software, hardware, and field services to deliver a comprehensive suite of solutions. Each division plays a distinct role in supporting defense, humanitarian and public safety missions around the world.

Safe Pro AI

Safe Pro AI’s core AI-powered computer vision technology enables the rapid analysis of drone-based imagery to autonomously detect objects of interest. Its flagship product, SpotlightAI™ can detect and label over 150 types of explosive threats including landmines, cluster munitions, and unexploded ordnance (UXO). Built on more than two years of real-world usage in Ukraine and now including additional imagery being gathered from the Asian-Pacific region and Africa, SpotlightAI™ rapidly processes and creates high-resolution maps supported by the hyper scalability of the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud or detects threats in real-time locally through its OnSite Windows-based software application. Today, the platform boasts one of the world’s largest datasets built on over 1.6 million real-world battlefield images from Ukraine, identifying 28,000+ threats across more than 6,750 hectares, an area equivalent in size to Manhattan.

Airborne Response

Airborne Response is a leading provider of mission critical drone services using U.S. Government-compliant small uncrewed aircraft systems (sUAS) (drones). It serves enterprises in utilities & telecom and insurance with a full-range of drone-based critical infrastructure inspection and monitoring solutions as well as Drone-as-a-First Responder (DFR) services for law enforcement and public safety. It provides customers with actionable intelligence though data capture, analytics and processing powered by AI.

Safe-Pro USA

Safe-Pro USA manufactures ultra-premium, American-made ballistic protection systems including advanced body armor and ballistic plates as well as complete Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) suits, demining aprons, and bomb blankets. All products exceed U.S. and NATO standards and are designed, engineered, and produced in the U.S., supporting customers across military, humanitarian, and law enforcement sectors.

Market Opportunity

Harnessing its patented, real-time, AI-powered processing of drone-based imagery, Safe Pro is creating a uniquely powerful ‘Next-Gen’ approach to situational awareness supporting ground-based personnel in safely completing their defense/military, humanitarian, law enforcement & commercial missions.

The global threat posed by landmines and UXO spans nearly 60 countries, affecting millions of civilians and imposing significant economic burdens, particularly in agriculture and infrastructure. In Ukraine alone, the contamination of 17 million hectares has resulted in $50+ billion in agricultural losses, with World Bank estimates projecting $30 billion needed in demining costs. According to the Landmine Monitor 2024, regions in Asia, Africa, and Latin America continue to report high casualty rates.

Safe Pro is positioned to capture a portion of the $15 billion+ global defense tech market, especially in AI-driven battlefield intelligence, drone surveillance, and threat detection. As a U.S.-based AI and defense technology provider with a HUBZone-certified manufacturing arm, Safe Pro is eligible for federal and state procurement programs, public safety grants, and critical infrastructure contracts, as well as global humanitarian demining efforts.

Leadership Team

Dan Erdberg, Chairman and CEO, brings over 20 years of experience as a C-level technology executive. He has led multiple Nasdaq listings in the drone, 5G, and satellite communications sectors, raised over $50 million in growth capital, and spearheaded Safe Pro Group’s corporate strategy and acquisitions.

Theresa Carlise, Chief Financial Officer, has more than 30 years of experience in financial leadership roles for public companies. Her expertise includes equity transactions, strategic planning, and financial restructuring. She served as Chief Financial Officer, Secretary, Treasurer and Director of various publicly traded companies within the retail, telecommunications, distribution, transportation, mortgage banking and construction sectors.

Pravin Borkar, CTO and Director (President, Safe-Pro USA), has over 30 years of experience in the engineering and manufacturing of ballistic protection systems for the U.S. Department of Defense. He has developed armor solutions for personnel and aircraft platforms including the CH-53 and Blackhawk.

Christopher Todd, President (Airborne Response), is a drone industry veteran and Certified Emergency Manager (CEM®) with more than 30 years of experience. He founded Airborne Response and is President of AUVSI Florida, with expertise in public safety drone deployment and emergency response.

Investment Considerations
  • Unique, battle-tested and patented AI image analysis technology ready for commercialization in U.S. defense and public safety markets following more than 2 years of real-world usage in Ukraine.
  • Well positioned to capitalize on U.S. military’s increased strategic focus on domestically produced drone and AI technologies through integration with currently deployed platforms such as the U.S. Army’s Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) ecosystem for military force protection.
  • The patented SpotlightAI™ platform enables real-time detection of over 150 types of mines and UXO using AI and drone imagery and is now operating at scale, creating the world’s largest datasets of real-world landmines and UXO built on more than 1.6 million battlefield images processed and 28,000 threats identified.
  • Safe Pro is addressing a global, multi-billion-dollar need for scalable defense, public safety and demining solutions.

Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI), closed Friday's trading session at $4.375, up 5.4217%, on 155,778 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 161,495 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $1.47/$9.1599.

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Oncotelic Therapeutics Inc. (OTCQB: OTLC)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Oncotelic Therapeutics Inc. (OTCQB: OTLC).

Oncotelic Therapeutics Inc. (OTCQB: OTLC) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing RNA-based, immunotherapy, and targeted therapeutics for cancer and other underserved diseases. The company is focused on transforming outcomes for patients with difficult-to-treat and rare conditions, particularly pediatric cancers and aggressive solid tumors. Its development strategy centers on novel compound design, nanoparticle drug delivery, and the integration of artificial intelligence to accelerate discovery and regulatory workflows.

At the center of this foundation is Chairman and CEO Dr. Vuong Trieu, a prolific industry pioneer who has filed more than 500 patents with 75 issued patents across biologics, small molecules, nanoparticles, and diagnostics. Dr. Trieu co-invented Abraxane® (sold to Celgene for $2.9 billion), underscoring his track record of creating high-value therapies. Through collaborations with industry leaders and its stake in specialized joint ventures, Oncotelic is positioned to advance a diverse portfolio of oncology assets with greater speed and cost efficiency. The company also operates a proprietary AI platform, PDAOAI, which streamlines scientific writing, regulatory documentation, and data interpretation. This system is accessible to the public through a dedicated Discord server, offering real-time engagement with Oncotelic’s research ecosystem.

With expanded clinical activity and a next-generation development model, Oncotelic continues to evolve as a multi-asset innovator in precision oncology.

The company is headquartered in Agoura Hills, California.

Pipeline and Partnerships

Oncotelic’s lead candidate is OT-101, currently in a Phase 3 trial for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (STOP-PC study) and evaluated in gliomas and metastatic solid tumors in combination with IL-2 and checkpoint inhibitors. The antisense molecule targets TGF-β2, a cytokine known to suppress immune responses and promote tumor growth. A Phase 1 trial combining OT-101 with IL-2 was recently completed, demonstrating safety and paving the way for combination therapies with PD-1 blockers and other immunotherapies.

Recent data have further strengthened the rationale for OT-101 in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC). In June and July 2025, two peer-reviewed studies published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences identified TGF-β2 gene expression and methylation status as significant prognostic markers in PDAC, particularly among younger patients and those with low CD8+ T-cell infiltration. High TGF-β2 expression correlated with reduced overall survival, while elevated TGF-β2 methylation was associated with improved outcomes. These findings validate TGF-β2 as a high-priority target and support the continued development of OT-101 as a precision therapy. Both studies leveraged Oncotelic’s proprietary AI-driven platform, PDAOAI, to mine and assemble multi-omic datasets, showcasing the system’s role in accelerating insight generation.

The company holds a 45% ownership stake in GMP Biotechnology Limited, a joint venture with Dragon Capital Overseas Limited. GMP Bio owns SAPU Bioscience, which is executing several pipeline programs. SAPU and Oncotelic are jointly utilizing a rapid IND platform through their partnership with Shanghai Medicilon to support regulatory filings for up to 20 drug candidates, with five INDs already underway. This collaboration is central to accelerating development of next-generation anticancer agents.

After the joint venture, Dr. Trieu, with his team, built out a state of the art and GMP-certified R&D facility in San Diego, which operates under SAPU, that manufactures clinical trial materials and supports a proprietary nanoparticle platform trademarked Deciparticle ™. This platform includes four therapeutic candidates—two of which are in late-stage manufacturing and expected to enter IND filing before the end of 2025.

Additionally, Oncotelic owns AL-101, an intranasal administered apomorphine product intended for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease, Erectile Dysfunction, and Female Sexual Disorders.

Market Opportunity

Oncotelic is targeting large and underserved therapeutic markets with significant commercial potentials. The global pancreatic cancer treatment market alone is projected to grow at a 12.3% CAGR, reaching $5.84 billion by 2030, up from $2.92 billion in 2024, according to Research and Markets. This growth is driven by increased disease prevalence, aging populations, and demand for more effective treatment options. Notably, the incidence of early-onset PDAC is rising at an estimated rate of 4% per year in the 15–34 age group, highlighting an emerging unmet need for targeted therapies among younger patients.

Beyond oncology, Oncotelic intends to develop AL-101 for Parkinson’s disease, which affects over 1 million patients in the U.S. alone and is expected to impact 1.2 million by 2030. Erectile Dysfunction and Female Sexual Dysfunction are also major global health issues, with Erectile Dysfunction affecting up to 70% of men over 60 and Female Sexual Dysfunction impacting approximately 40% of women—both with limited treatment options, particularly for patients who fail to respond to existing medications. These underserved populations offer fertile ground for innovative new therapies.

Leadership Team

Dr. Vuong Trieu is the Chairman and CEO of Oncotelic Inc. An accomplished innovator in pharmaceutical development, Dr. Trieu previously served as President and CEO of Igdrasol, where he pioneered the approval path for paclitaxel nanomedicine via a single bioequivalence trial. After Igdrasol merged with Sorrento Therapeutics, he became Chief Scientific Officer and a Board Director. He also held leadership roles at Cenomed, Abraxis, Applied Molecular Evolution, and Parker Hughes Institute. Dr. Trieu holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Microbiology, a B.S. in Botany, has published widely, and filed over 500 patent applications with 75 issued U.S. patents.

Amit Shah is the Chief Financial Officer of Oncotelic Inc. He has over 20 years of financial leadership in life sciences, including CFO roles at Marina Biotech and Igdrasol, and senior positions at ISTA Pharmaceuticals, Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, and Caraco. He also worked in consulting and ERP implementation. Mr. Shah holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Mumbai, is an Associate Chartered Accountant in India, and is an inactive CPA in Colorado.

Dr. Anthony E. Maida III is the Chief Clinical Officer – Translational Medicine at Oncotelic Inc. He has over 25 years of experience advancing cancer immunotherapies and held senior roles at Northwest Biotherapeutics, PharmaNet, and Jenner Biotherapies. He has raised over $200 million for biotech firms and negotiated licensing deals with institutions such as Pfizer, Eli Lilly, and Yale. Dr. Maida holds dual B.A. degrees in Biology and History, an MBA, an M.A. in Toxicology, and a Ph.D. in Immunology, and is active in ASCO, AACR, and other scientific societies.

Investment Considerations
  • The company’s lead candidate, OT-101, is currently in a Phase 3 trial for pancreatic cancer and is advancing toward combination studies with checkpoint inhibitors.
  • A joint venture with GMP Biotechnology enables Oncotelic to conduct low-cost research and development, operate in-house GMP manufacturing, and support a rapidly expanding nanoparticle pipeline trademarked Deciparticle ™.
  • A strategic partnership with Shanghai Medicilon supports rapid IND filings for up to 20 drug candidates, significantly accelerating development timelines.
  • Oncotelic’s proprietary AI platform, PDAOAI, enhances regulatory and research workflows while offering public engagement tools for added transparency.
  • The company maintains a multi-indication pipeline spanning oncology, Parkinson’s disease, Erectile Dysfunjction and FemaleSexual Dysfunction, providing broad commercialization potentials.
  • Recent peer-reviewed publications support OT-101’s mechanism of action and spotlight TGF-β2 as a survival-linked biomarker in younger PDAC patients.

Oncotelic Therapeutics Inc. (OTCQB: OTLC), closed Friday's trading session at $0.09392, up 4.3556%, on 25,572 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 140,200 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.02403/$0.11.

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Nutriband Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRB)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Nutriband Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRB).

Nutriband Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRB) is engaged in the development of a portfolio of transdermal pharmaceutical products. The company’s AVERSA™ technology can be incorporated into any transdermal patch and includes aversive agents to prevent abuse, diversion, misuse and accidental exposure to drugs with abuse potential, specifically opioids.

AVERSA technology has the potential to improve the safety profile of transdermal drugs susceptible to abuse, such as fentanyl, while making sure that these drugs remain accessible to patients who need them. The technology is covered by a broad intellectual property portfolio with patents granted in the United States, Europe, Japan, Korea, Russia, Canada, Mexico, Australia, and China, with recent extensions into Macao.

The company’s business model is to apply its transdermal technology to existing FDA-approved drugs with a goal of improving safety, efficacy and patient comfort while qualifying for a limited-development regulatory pathway that reduces the number of clinical trials required for approval of new drugs.

Nutriband has three subsidiaries, including 4P Therapeutics, its clinical and regulatory subsidiary; Pocono Pharmaceutical, a contract manufacturer for a wide range of clients; and Active Intelligence, a developer of sports recovery products. This ownership of manufacturing and clinical development capabilities drastically reduces costs for AVERSA and other technologies.

In April 2024, Nutriband announced that the company had been engaged by and received a first order from Fit For Life Group, a major brand license holder. A fully executed supplier agreement is expected to follow. Nutriband’s wholly owned Active Intelligence subsidiary will act as manufacturer.

In February 2025, the company formalized its product development partnership with Kindeva Drug Delivery through a long-term exclusive agreement. The collaboration supports the commercial pathway for AVERSA Fentanyl by leveraging Kindeva’s FDA-approved transdermal fentanyl patch system.

The company is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.

Products

Nutriband’s lead product candidate is AVERSA Fentanyl, an abuse-deterrent fentanyl transdermal patch. The company announced in March 2024 that it will submit a New Drug Application to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration seeking approval to market AVERSA Fentanyl. In subsequent updates, Nutriband confirmed that the NDA submission remains the company’s primary focus and is backed by a strong cash position.

Nutriband has partnered with Kindeva Drug Delivery, a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization, to incorporate Nutriband’s AVERSA abuse-deterrent transdermal technology into Kindeva’s FDA-approved transdermal fentanyl patch system. Because Nutriband’s abuse-deterrent technology is incorporated into the fentanyl patch but is physically separate from and does not come in contact with the drug layer, the clinical trials typically needed to demonstrate safety and efficacy for a new drug formulation would not be required.

In support of this commercialization strategy, Nutriband closed an $8.4 million private placement in April 2024 to fund development activities related to AVERSA Fentanyl. The company also licensed Bitrex®, a widely used aversive agent, to enhance the deterrent profile of its patch formulation.

AVERSA Fentanyl has the potential to be the first and only abuse deterrent patch approved anywhere in the world. The company plans to seek an expedited review by the FDA, as has been granted for certain abuse-deterrent oral opioid products, which shortens the regulatory review period to six months from the conventional 10-month FDA review cycle for NDAs.

Nutriband’s AVERSA product development pipeline also includes abuse deterrent versions of currently approved and marketed transdermal patches containing buprenorphine, an opioid used to treat opioid use disorder, and methylphenidate, a central nervous system stimulant used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Both are labeled with FDA-required warnings for the risk of abuse and misuse, as well as warnings against accidental exposure.

Market Opportunity

Nutriband cites a market analysis report from Boston-based Health Advances, a healthcare and life sciences consulting firm. According to the report, upon FDA approval, AVERSA Fentanyl has the potential to reach peak annual sales of $200 million in the U.S.

The company further states that, should non-abuse-deterrent transdermal fentanyl products lose FDA marketing approval, AVERSA Fentanyl would have greater pricing flexibility and would have the potential to generate more than $500 million in annual revenue.

Management Team

Gareth Sheridan is Co-Founder and CEO of Nutriband. He was Ireland’s ‘Young Entrepreneur of the Year’ in 2014 for establishing Nutriband. He has worked as a Business Mentor with 100 Minds, a social enterprise that brings together some of Ireland’s top college students and connects them with a cause to achieve large charitable goals. He received a B.Sc. in Business and Management from Dublin Institute of Technology.

Serguei Melnik is Co-Founder and President of Nutriband. He has been involved in general business consulting for companies in the U.S. financial markets and setting up legal and financial frameworks for operations of foreign companies in the U.S. He previously was the COO of Florida-based Asconi Corporation. He also was a lawyer in the Department of Foreign Affairs, JSC Bank “Inteprinzbanca,” in Chisinau, Moldova, and prior to that practiced law in Moldova. He is fluent in four languages.

Jeff Patrick, Pharm.D., is Chief Scientific Officer of Nutriband. He currently serves as Director of the Drug Development Institute at the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center. His prior roles included Global Vice President at Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals Inc.; and roles at Dyax, Myogen/Gilead, Actelion and Sanofi-Synthelabo Inc. He was a clinical pharmacist at the University of Tennessee Medical Center and a clinical assistant professor of pharmacy at the University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy.

Gerald Goodman is CFO of Nutriband. He is a certified public accountant with his own firm, Gerald Goodman CPA. He also practiced with Madsen & Associates, CPAs, and was a partner in the accounting firm of Wiener, Goodman & Company. He is also a director of Lifestyle Medical Network Inc., which provides management services to healthcare providers. He is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in accounting.

Investment Considerations
  • Nutriband’s AVERSA technology has the potential to improve the safety profile of transdermal drugs susceptible to abuse, like fentanyl, while keeping these drugs accessible to patients.
  • AVERSA technology can be incorporated into any transdermal patch.
  • The company has a broad and expanding intellectual property portfolio protecting AVERSA, with patents granted in the U.S., Europe, Japan, Korea, Russia, Canada, Mexico, Australia, and China.
  • Nutriband closed an $8.4 million financing round in April 2024 to support commercial development of AVERSA Fentanyl, its abuse-deterrent fentanyl transdermal patch.
  • In February 2025, the company formalized a long-term exclusive partnership with Kindeva Drug Delivery to support AVERSA Fentanyl’s pathway to market.

Nutriband Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRB), closed Friday's trading session at $5.1, up 2.6157%, on 10,749 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 21,775 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $3.7223/$11.78.

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Canamera Energy Metals Corp. (CSE: EMET) (OTCQB: EMETF)

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The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Canamera Energy Metals Corp. (CSE: EMET) (OTCQB: EMETF).

Canamera Energy Metals Corp. (CSE: EMET) (OTCQB: EMETF) is a rare earth and critical metals exploration company focused on developing a diversified portfolio of district-scale opportunities across the Americas. The company targets jurisdictions with supportive regulatory frameworks, strong geological signatures, and increasing strategic relevance as global supply chains seek alternatives to China’s rare earth dominance. Its assets span ionic clay systems in Brazil, carbonatite complexes in the United States and Canada, and underexplored terrains with meaningful geophysical and geochemical indicators.

Guided by a vision to support North American and allied rare earth supply chains, Canamera concentrates on high-conviction targets where early entry, scalable land positions, and efficient exploration can potentially unlock long-term value. The company’s mission is centered on generating discoveries aligned with the accelerating global demand for critical minerals essential to defense, advanced manufacturing, clean energy technology, and next-generation electronics. Through systematic data-driven exploration, Canamera aims to advance projects aligned with growing efforts to diversify rare earth supply across strategic jurisdictions.

The company is headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta.

Projects

Turvolândia – Minas Gerais, Brazil

Canamera holds an option to acquire up to a 100% ownership interest in the Turvolândia Rare Earth Ionic Clay Project, a 29,574-hectare land package located in Minas Gerais, Brazil’s top mining state and a region responsible for over 30% of national mineral output. The project sits within a prolific corridor of REE-rich alkaline rocks associated with the Poços de Caldas Complex, currently being advanced by multiple industry developers.

Turvolândia benefits from year-round road access, established infrastructure, and supportive local communities. The geological setting includes the São Vicente and Pouso Alegre complexes, where heavily weathered horizons host REE-enriched clays and minerals such as monazite and bastnäsite.

Early exploration confirms REE-bearing clays, with upcoming work focused on property-wide soil sampling and deeper drilling to test the primary ionic clay enrichment horizon and depth potential.

São Sepé – Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil

Canamera also holds an option to acquire up to a 100% interest in the São Sepé Project, which comprises 7,966 hectares in a province known for significant mining activity, including coal, gems, and titanium, and offers strong infrastructure and accessibility. The geology is dominated by an 11-km Rapakivi granite body and advanced-weathered granitoid rocks prospective for potential ionic clay REE mineralization.

While currently undrilled, initial soil sampling indicates the presence of REE enrichment potential. Three priority targets—Erica, Sara, and Maya—have been identified, with planned work including systematic soil sampling and drilling across defined zones. The project also covers a notable uranium-potassium-thorium anomaly, further supporting its rare earth potential.

Iron Hills – Colorado, USA

The Iron Hills Project consists of 85 unpatented lode claims totaling 1,756 acres, held at 100% ownership and located within the Iron Hills / Powderhorn carbonatite complex, one of the premier carbonatite-alkaline systems in the United States. Adjacent to Teck Resources’ Iron Hill deposit, host to one of the country’s largest rare earth oxide and titanium deposits, the project spans two non-contiguous claim blocks positioned along mapped intrusive contacts, felsite porphyry boundaries, and carbonatite dike projections.

Canamera staked these claims in 2025 as part of its U.S. expansion strategy supported by Rangefront Mining Services, and they are pending approval by the BLM.

Schryburt Lake – Ontario, Canada

Through a Joint Venture Option Agreement, Canamera may earn up to a 90% interest in the Schryburt Lake Project, a multi-center carbonatite-hosted REE–Nb system defined by four priority targets: Blue Jay, Goldfinch, Blackbird, and Starling.

These prospects exhibit coincident thorium radiometric highs, coherent magnetic bodies, surface anomalies, and historical trenching. Together, they outline the potential for a vertically extensive and multi-center REE–Nb system. Planned work includes a ~1,000-meter heli-supported scout drilling program following permitting and community consultation.

Garrow – Ontario, Canada

The Garrow Project covers 2,182 hectares located 43 km north-northeast of North Bay and is accessible year-round with strong local infrastructure. Canamera holds an option to acquire a 100% interest in the property.

Regional geochemical datasets include 26 samples above 500 ppm REE across Ontario, and three of these high-value anomalies occur within the Garrow Township area, making it a compelling target for early-stage exploration, including property-wide soil sampling and geophysics to delineate initial drill targets.

Market Opportunity

Rare earth elements play a central role in high-growth industries including electric vehicles, wind turbines, robotics, high-performance electronics, defense systems, and medical imaging, underpinning global trends in electrification, automation, and advanced manufacturing. Their application in permanent magnets, optics and lasers, catalysts, and nuclear and medical technologies positions them as foundational materials for both industrial innovation and national security.

Global demand for rare earth elements is projected to triple—from 59,000 tonnes in 2022 to 176,000 tonnes by 2035—driven by rapid EV adoption and wind-power expansion, with supply expected to lag by up to 30%, according to McKinsey & Company. The global REE market, valued at $3.95 billion in 2024, is forecast to reach $6.3 billion by 2030 at a compound annual growth rate of approximately 8.6%, according to Grand View Research, reflecting a sustained and widening supply-demand imbalance that supports new project development.

China currently controls approximately 60% of global rare earth mining and about 90% of processing capacity, reinforcing persistent price volatility and supply-chain concentration that have been highlighted by historical export restrictions, environmental crackdowns, and geopolitical disruptions. In response, North American governments have accelerated initiatives to strengthen domestic critical-minerals supply chains, including $1 billion in U.S. Department of Energy funding opportunities and Canada’s C$1.5 billion Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund. Together, these structural shortages, policy tailwinds, and long-term electrification trends underscore the strategic relevance of Canamera’s diversified rare earth portfolio across Brazil, the United States, and Canada.

Leadership Team

Brad Brodeur, CEO & Director, brings more than 27 years of capital markets experience focused on venture-stage issuers, having led over $100 million in financings for junior and start-up companies following senior advisory roles at Raymond James, Canaccord Genuity, and Edward Jones.

Warren Robb, VP Exploration, brings over 35 years of global mineral exploration experience across North America, China, Africa, and South America, including senior roles with Nexus Gold, WPC Resources (now Bluestar Gold), Roxgold, TTM Resources, Majestic Gold, and Trivalence Mining.

Jelena Veljovic, CFO, brings public-company financial reporting and accounting expertise through her work with Treewalk Consulting in Vancouver, supported by prior experience in taxation and private-company accounting at Focus LLP in Calgary.

All technical and scientific information disclosed herein was reviewed and approved by Warren Robb, P.Geo (British Columbia), Vice-President, Exploration, of the Company and a “Qualified Person” as defined by National Instrument 43-101.

For a discussion of the Company’s QA/QC and data verification processes and procedures, please see its most recently filed technical report, a copy of which is available under Canamera’s profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

Investment Considerations
  • Canamera is advancing a diversified portfolio of rare earth projects across Brazil, the United States, and Canada, each positioned within prospective and strategically significant jurisdictions.
  • The company’s Brazilian ionic clay projects offer exposure to one of the most prospective and underdeveloped rare earth regions globally.
  • U.S. expansion and targeted staking near major carbonatite systems align the company with accelerating North American critical-minerals policy support.
  • Recent financings, including private placements and LIFE offerings, strengthen the balance sheet and support ongoing exploration and corporate initiatives.
  • An experienced leadership team with deep exploration and capital markets expertise supports the advancement of district-scale rare earth opportunities.

Canamera Energy Metals Corp. (OTCQB: EMETF), closed Friday's trading session at $0.312, up 3.0383%, on 26,430 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 230,970 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.279/$0.9.

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