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The QualityStocks Daily Stock List

CN Energy Group (CNEY)

QualityStocks, Premium Stock Alerts, MarketClub Analysis, 360 Wall Street, Money Wealth Matters and InvestorPlace reported earlier on CN Energy Group (CNEY), and today we highlight the Company, here at the QualityStocks Daily Newsletter.

CN Energy Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CNEY) is a holding firm that is focused on the manufacture and supply of wood-based activated carbon.

The firm has its headquarters in Lishui, the People’s Republic of China and was incorporated in 2018, on November 23rd. It has also established well-developed sales networks and offices in Manzhouli, Tahe, Harbin and Hangzhou. The firm mainly serves consumers in China.

The company specializes in the co-generation of high-quality wood-activated carbon, heat and clean energy. It mainly operates on the development principles of the renewable energy industry and the principles of the green, circular economy.

The enterprise manufactures activated carbon products which are classified into 6 categories, namely medicinal activated carbon, doxycycline special activated carbon, chemical reagent type activated carbon, food additive activated carbon, chemical decolorization activated carbon and environmentally friendly activated carbon. These activated carbon products possess strong chemical and physical adsorption ability, which is why they’re widely used in food and beverage production, environmental protection, water purification, industrial manufacturing and pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is also engaged in the production and supply of biomass electricity which is generated in the process of activated carbon production, to State Grid Heilongjiang Electric Power Company Ltd.

CN Energy Group (CNEY), closed Friday's trading session at $0.8013, up 64.3018%, on 45,290,368 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 22,610 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.3133/$10.25.

Scworx (WORX)

QualityStocks, MarketClub Analysis, StockMarketWatch, Premium Stock Alerts, BUYINS.NET, Jet-Life Penny Stocks, InvestorPlace, 360 Wall Street, TradersPro, Timothy Sykes and The Online Investor reported earlier on Scworx (WORX), and today we highlight the Company, here at the QualityStocks Daily Newsletter.

Scworx Corp. (NASDAQ: WORX) is engaged in the provision of software solutions for managing foundational business applications for health care providers in the U.S.

The firm has its headquarters in New York and was incorporated in 2012 by Marc C. Schessel. It operates in the consumer sector, under the consumer discretionary services industry and the leisure facilities and services sub-industry. The firm, which was known as Alliance MMA Inc., serves consumers in New York.

The enterprise provides different software services and solutions like a closed loop scanning solution known as ScanWorx; contract management, a module which helps healthcare providers in establishing contract management systems, rebate management and offers care to patients; CDM (Charge Description Master Management) module, which helps health care providers to integrate CDM data into the workflow of the purchasing system of a hospital; electronic medical record management; and virtualized item master automation, expansion and file repair.

Additionally, the firm also provides a ticketing platform that caters to the mixed martial arts industry dubbed CageTix. This is in addition to being involved in the sale of self-swab test kits for the coronavirus as well as personal protective equipment. It sells its services and solutions to health systems and hospitals via reseller and distribution partnerships.

Scworx (WORX), closed Friday's trading session at $0.2399, up 31.6685%, on 222,119,176 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 9,787,516 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.178/$1.8306.

AiRWA (YYAI)

QualityStocks, InsiderTrades, The Online Investor, Premium Stock Alerts, Jeff Bishop, Fierce Analyst and 360 Wall Street reported earlier on AiRWA (YYAI), and today we highlight the Company, here at the QualityStocks Daily Newsletter.

AiRWA Inc. (NASDAQ: YYAI) is a blockchain technology firm focused on creating a next-generation financial ecosystem.

The firm has its headquarters in Smyrna, Delaware and was incorporated in 2015, on July 12th by Joe Kalfa. Prior to its name change in October 2025, the firm was known as Connexa Sports Technologies Inc. It operates as part of the software-infrastructure industry, under the technology sector. The firm serves consumers around the globe.

AiRWA is party to a collaboration with JuCoin Pte Limited, involving the launch of the AiRWA Exchange, a platform designed to facilitate the tokenization and trading of real-world assets (RWA). It is currently focused on enhancing global access to tokenized financial products by enabling seamless transactions and greater transparency. The company is also party to a collaboration with Inca Digital, a global leader in digital asset intelligence and security solutions. This agreement will enable AiRWA Exchange to integrate advanced monitoring, threat detection, and compliance tools into its ecosystem, safeguarding against potential risks and ensuring a trusted environment for all users.

The enterprise, through its majority-owned subsidiary Yuanyu Enterprise Management Company Ltd, owns patents and other proprietary technology which it licenses out. It is using this intellectual property to develop an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered matchmaking platform to license partners worldwide, enabling them to develop matchmaking experiences tailored to particular markets and cultures.

AiRWA (YYAI), closed Friday's trading session at $1.54, up 31.6239%, on 13,569,683 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 6,556,795 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.77/$264.42.

Wabash National (WNC)

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Wabash National Corporation (NYSE: WNC) (FRA: WA9) (BMV: WNC) is a company focused on manufacturing engineered solutions and services for logistics, transportation and the infrastructure industry.

The firm has its headquarters in Lafayette, Indiana and was incorporated in 1985 by Donald Jerry Ehrlich. It operates as part of the farm & heavy construction machinery industry, under the industrials sector. The company primarily serves consumers in the United States.

Wabash operates through the Transportation Solutions and Parts & Services segments. It provides dry van trailers, platform trailers, refrigerated trailers, stainless steel and aluminum tank trailers, and used trailers; dry freight truck bodies, cargo bodies, insulated and light-duty acutherm refrigerated truck bodies, and platform truck bodies; and laminated hardwood oak flooring. It also offers door repair and replacement, collision repair, and basic maintenance; aftermarket parts and services; steel flatbed bodies, truck body mounting, shelving for package delivery, partitions, roof racks, hitches, thermal solutions, liftgates, and other stainless steel storage tanks and silos, mixers, and processors for the dairy, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical, and craft brewing end markets; and truck bodies, overhead doors, and other industrial applications.

In addition, Wabash provides maintenance and repair services for tank trailers and other related equipment; direct-line access to truck body repair parts; and trailers as a service, as well as develops and scales a digital marketplace for the transportation and logistics distribution industry. It offers its products under the EcoNex,Wabash, DuraPlate, DuraPlate AeroSkirt, DuraPlateHD, and AeroSkirt CX brands.

The company, whose latest financial results show increases in its revenues, remains focused on better meeting its consumer needs as it works to create additional value for its stakeholders.

Wabash National (WNC), closed Friday's trading session at $10.17, off by 1.7391%, on 719,376 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 659,125 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $6.78/$16.905.

B. Riley Financial Inc. (RILY)

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The U.S. banking sector is entering 2026 under growing pressure as rising operational costs begin to eat deeply into profits. For years, high interest rates made it easier for banks to grow earnings. That period is now fading. What remains is a tougher environment where controlling expenses has become just as important as generating revenue.

One of the biggest challenges banks face is shrinking net interest margins. After the Federal Reserve began cutting interest rates in late 2025, loan yields adjusted quickly. Deposit costs, however, have remained stubbornly high. Customers are slow to accept lower interest on their savings, forcing banks to keep paying more to hold onto deposits. This imbalance is squeezing margins across the industry and exposing weaknesses that were hidden during better times.

The pressure is not evenly spread. Large banks and well-capitalized regional lenders are coping better than mid-sized players. Institutions with scale can absorb rising costs by spreading them across larger operations. Smaller and mid-tier banks, on the other hand, often lack the financial strength to keep up. This growing gap is becoming clear in earnings reports, where strong revenues are no longer enough to satisfy investors.

Technology spending is a major driver of higher costs. Modern banking now depends on digital platforms, cybersecurity, data systems, and artificial intelligence. Many banks are spending billions each year to upgrade outdated systems and remain competitive. These investments are necessary, but they are expensive and reduce short-term profitability. Banks that delayed modernization during the low-interest years are now paying a much higher price to catch up.

Labor costs are adding to the strain. Financial services wages are rising, and banks must balance maintaining physical branches while also running advanced mobile and online services. This dual structure increases overhead and makes cost control more difficult, especially for regional banks with limited resources.

Regulation is another heavy burden. New rules covering digital assets, higher capital requirements, and possible limits on credit card interest rates are forcing banks to hold more capital and spend more on compliance. While these measures aim to protect consumers and the financial system, they also reduce returns and increase operating expenses.

As a result, banks are shifting their strategies. Many are focusing on efficiency by cutting costs where possible, reducing staff through natural attrition, and pushing for higher productivity. Mergers and acquisitions are also becoming more attractive as banks look for scale to support rising technology and compliance costs.

Looking ahead, 2026 is shaping up as a test year for the U.S. banking industry. Investors are paying closer attention to efficiency ratios and cost discipline rather than growth alone. Banks that can manage expenses, adopt technology wisely, and protect margins are likely to survive and grow stronger. Those that cannot may be forced to merge or fall behind in an increasingly demanding financial landscape.

Entities like B. Riley Financial Inc. (NASDAQ: RILY) within the banking space now have to find innovative ways to keep rising costs in check while also expanding their income streams in order to ride out this storm that is battering the banking sector.

B. Riley Financial Inc. (RILY), closed Friday's trading session at $9.77, off by 2.2022%, on 1,234,986 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 95,860 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $2.67/$10.97.

Riot Blockchain Inc. (RIOT)

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A long-anticipated effort to set federal rules for crypto stalled last week after the Senate Banking Committee abruptly canceled a planned meeting to begin drafting the legislation. The session was expected to mark a key moment for a bill that has been fought over for years by lawmakers, industry leaders, and financial institutions.

Senator Cynthia Lummis, who has been one of Capitol Hill’s strongest champions of crypto, described the delay as a major setback. The Senate, she suggested, was attempting to move cautiously through a rapidly evolving sector, but the effort quickly unraveled.

Industry reaction was swift. Coinbase chief executive Brian Armstrong criticized the draft proposal, arguing that poorly written rules would do more harm than good. He later went to Capitol Hill to explain his position after the committee pulled the meeting.

Armstrong said he believed the language under consideration would disadvantage users and undermine the interests of millions of Americans who hold or use crypto. While he emphasized respect for the Senate’s procedural decisions, he said he felt compelled to raise concerns on behalf of customers.

At the center of the dispute is a growing clash between crypto advocates and traditional banks, particularly over stablecoins. Congress passed the GENIUS Act last year, which created a regulatory structure for stablecoins and was signed into law by President Donald Trump. One provision allows some holders to earn rewards based on their performance, a feature critics say functions similarly to interest.

Banking groups have warned that those returns could exceed rates offered by conventional savings or checking accounts, potentially drawing customers away from traditional institutions. Some pushed lawmakers to roll back that section of the law, even though it had already been enacted.

The move frustrated several members of the Banking Committee, including Senator Bernie Moreno, who argued that legacy banking rules are failing to keep pace with technological change.

For now, the bill remains on hold. One person familiar with the talks described the situation as disorganized. Senator Thom Tillis said he expects the committee to revisit the measure later this year, possibly in the first quarter. Lummis, who plans to leave the Senate next year, acknowledged that time is becoming a factor.

She said the delay effectively restarts the clock, leaving her with limited months to improve and pass a bill she considers central to her legacy. With midterm elections already looming, advocates fear that failure to act soon could push meaningful legislation back by years.

Industry leaders warn that continued inaction risks ceding global leadership. Blockchain Association chief executive Peter Smith said delays could leave the U.S. trailing other countries in shaping the future of digital finance, with consequences for consumers, economic growth, and national security.

Supporters argue that a clear framework could attract investment and keep innovation domestic. Critics, including Representative Brad Sherman, contend that crypto facilitates crime and tax evasion and offers little public benefit. Others disagree, noting that blockchain technology can improve transparency and that cash remains the preferred tool for many criminal activities.

While Wall Street experiments with round-the-clock, near-instant trading, Congress continues to debate its next steps. The gap between lawmakers and the financial system they oversee appears to be widening, raising questions about whether Washington can keep up with an increasingly digital economy.

Leading crypto companies like Riot Blockchain Inc. (NASDAQ: RIOT) will be hoping that lawmakers get their act together and pass progressive regulations that support innovation while ensuring adequate consumer protection.

Riot Blockchain Inc. (RIOT), closed Friday's trading session at $17.28, up 1.171%, on 22,985,448 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 12,351,720 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $6.19/$23.935.

Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (VMAR)

QualityStocks, MissionIR, SeriousTraders, SmallCapRelations, Green Energy Stocks, Stocks to Buy Now, Tiny Gems, Tip.us, StocksToBuyNow, NetworkNewsWire, InvestorBrandNetwork, SmallCapSociety, TinyGems, TechMediaWire, RedChip, Premium Stock Alerts, StockEarnings, 360 Wall Street, TipRanks, Market Munchies, Early Bird, MarketBeat, Jeff Bishop, InvestorPlace, StocksEarning, StreetInsider and Green Chip Stocks reported earlier on Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (VMAR), and today we highlight the Company, here at the QualityStocks Daily Newsletter.

Solar power is set to remain central to how data centers meet their growing energy needs, even as concerns about intermittency persist. A new report from global real estate advisory firm JLL argues that rising electricity prices and stricter carbon rules are forcing operators to rethink long-term power strategies, with solar emerging as the most practical renewable option.

According to JLL’s 2026 Global Data Center Outlook, the shift away from fossil fuels is no longer driven only by sustainability targets. Cost pressures are becoming decisive. The report notes that green energy is expected to undercut fossil fuels on price across major regions over the coming years. Global renewable capacity is projected to surpass 10,000 gigawatts by 2030, nearly two-thirds of that total comprised of solar.

Electricity pricing is still a growing headache for data center operators. JLL highlights that grid power costs in many markets now exceed $100 per megawatt-hour, while carbon compliance requirements continue to tighten.

Together, these factors are pushing hyperscale and colocation facilities toward renewables as a primary power source rather than a supplementary one. While wind and other renewables will remain part of the mix, the report makes clear that solar holds a structural advantage.

JLL estimates that onshore wind costs are likely to settle between $25 and $40 per megawatt-hour, with offshore wind remaining higher, typically in the $60 to $80 range. Solar, by contrast, is expected to represent close to half of all green energy capacity in 2026. Despite its variability, JLL says solar’s scale and improving economics make it difficult to replace.

The report does caution that current solar procurement models may struggle with short-term price swings, particularly those tied to supply-side policies. Even so, JLL expects the long-term trajectory to remain favorable. Falling equipment costs and efficiency improvements are projected to push the levelized cost of solar energy below $30 per megawatt-hour by 2035, and that cost profile is already shaping infrastructure decisions.

JLL predicts that solar paired with energy storage will become a core component of data center energy strategies worldwide by the end of the decade. Some of this capacity will be built directly alongside facilities, but much of the generation and storage infrastructure is expected to sit off-site, linked through long-term power agreements. Adoption is expected to be uneven regionally, with the Asia-Pacific region forecast to lead solar expansion and China expected to dominate new capacity additions.

According to JLL estimates, solar capacity in the region could approach 4,000 gigawatts by 2030, with China responsible for roughly 80 percent of that growth. At the same time, the firm warns operators to prepare for near-term price volatility tied to Chinese industrial policy. Growth in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas is expected to be steadier and more modest. JLL projects that new solar supply in those regions will amount to roughly half of Asia-Pacific’s volume, reinforcing the idea that solar’s global momentum will be driven by a handful of dominant markets rather than uniform adoption worldwide.

The energy transition movement is also experiencing remarkable growth in other verticals, with enterprises like Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: VMAR) notching significant milestones in their bid to electrify marine transport and shift it away from using oil for propulsion.

Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (VMAR), closed Friday's trading session at $5.35, up 6.1508%, on 132,802 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 212,143,639 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $4.54/$632.

Solowin Holdings (AXG)

We reported earlier on Solowin Holdings (AXG), and today we highlight the Company, here at the QualityStocks Daily Newsletter.

Solowin (NASDAQ: AXG) , a financial technology firm bridging traditional and digital assets, announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, AlloyX (Hong Kong) Limited, has entered into a comprehensive strategic partnership with Quantum and Time Group to jointly pursue the compliant tokenization of revenue rights from established new energy projects in Malaysia, an initiative intended to integrate green assets with digital finance by leveraging Malaysia’s evolving regulatory framework for asset tokenization, initially focusing on high-quality solar and green power assets with stable long-term cash flows, enhancing transparency, liquidity and investor access while supporting Malaysia’s renewable energy goals and advancing real-world asset (“RWA”) development across the ASEAN region.

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

About Solowin Holdings

Solowin Holdings (NASDAQ: AXG) is a global leading financial technology firm focused on digital currency payments and asset tokenization. Founded in 2016, it has dedicated to bridging traditional and decentralized finance by building a secure, efficient and compliant financial infrastructure that provides integrated digital asset solutions for global investors and institutions. Leveraging its Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC)-licensed subsidiary Solomon JFZ (Asia) Holdings Limited, along with other key subsidiaries such as AlloyX Group and AX Coin, the Company has developed a multi-jurisdictional, vertically integrated, enterprise-grade new financial platform encompassing global stablecoin payments, corporate treasury and private wealth management and tokenization as a service. Backed by leading international institutional investors, the Company manages compliant and transparent digital assets that are closely connected to the real economy. The Company is committed to establishing itself as a leading global digital asset financial platform, driving the seamless convergence of traditional finance and the digital assets ecosystem.

Solowin Holdings (AXG), closed Friday's trading session at $4.11, off by 3.2941%, on 1,035,019 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 10,491,448 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $1.16/$5.09.

SKYX Platforms (SKYX)

TechMediaWire, QualityStocks, PCG Advisory, MarketBeat, InvestorPlace and Prism MarketView reported earlier on SKYX Platforms (SKYX), and today we highlight the Company, here at the QualityStocks Daily Newsletter.

SKYX Platforms (NASDAQ: SKYX) , a smart home platform technology company focused on making homes and buildings safe and smart as the new standard, announced that it has entered into a securities purchase agreement with one fundamental institutional investor to raise $25 million in gross proceeds through a registered direct offering, issuing 10 million shares of common stock at a purchase price of $2.50 per share with no warrants, with net proceeds intended for working capital and general corporate purposes and the closing expected on or about Jan. 26, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, with Roth Capital Partners acting as exclusive placement agent.

To view the full press release, visit https://ibn.fm/X4h41

About SKYX Platforms Corp.

SKYX Platforms Corp. (NASDAQ: SKYX) is a technology platform company focused on making homes and buildings safe, advanced, and smart as the new standard. As electricity is present in every home and building, SKYX is developing disruptive plug & play technologies designed to modernize traditional electrical infrastructure while improving safety, functionality, and ease of use.

The Company holds over 100 issued and pending U.S. and global patents and owns 60 lighting and home décor websites serving both retail and professional markets. SKYX’s platform emphasizes high-quality design, simplicity, and enhanced safety, with applications intended for every room in residential, commercial, hospitality, and institutional buildings worldwide.

SKYX’s technologies support recurring revenue opportunities through product interchangeability, upgrades, AI-enabled services, monitoring, and subscriptions. The Company follows a “razor-and-blades” model, anchored by its advanced ceiling electrical outlet platform and an expanding portfolio of plug & play smart home products, including lighting, recessed and down lights, emergency and exit signage, ceiling fans, chandeliers, indoor and outdoor fixtures, and themed lighting solutions. Its plug & play technology enables rapid installation in high-rise buildings and hotels, reducing deployment timelines from months to days.

SKYX estimates its U.S. total addressable market at approximately $500 billion, with more than 4.2 billion ceiling applications in the U.S. alone. Revenue streams are expected to include product sales, licensing, royalties, subscriptions, monitoring services, and the sale of global country rights.

SKYX Platforms (SKYX), closed Friday's trading session at $2.94, off by 6.0703%, on 2,406,802 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 175,562 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.88/$3.29.

Renewal Fuels (RNWF)

MarketClub Analysis, QualityStocks, TheMicrocapNews, StockEgg, Stock Traders Chat, Real Pennies, Penny Invest, PowerRatings Stocks, Market FN, Daily Wealth and Big Oil Stocks reported earlier on Renewal Fuels (RNWF), and today we highlight the Company, here at the QualityStocks Daily Newsletter.

Renewal Fuels (OTC: RNWF), operating under its American Fusion(TM) platform, together with its wholly owned subsidiary Kepler Fusion Technologies Inc., provided an update on the scope and advancement of Kepler’s intellectual property portfolio supporting its proprietary Texatron(TM) aneutronic fusion platform, highlighting a foundational fusion patent family anchored by pending U.S. applications covering a novel hollow toroidal reactor architecture, an active trade secret program, filed U.S. trademarks for “Texatron(TM)” and “American Fusion(TM),” and a rapidly expanding patent estate with dozens of filings initiated and hundreds more in development as of mid-December 2025, underscoring the company’s focus on long-term technology defensibility, structured progression toward commercialization, and protection of long-term shareholder value.

To view the full press release, visit: https://ibn.fm/atCC8

About Renewal Fuels, Inc. and American Fusion

Renewal Fuels, Inc. (OTC: RNWF) is an advanced energy platform company focused on the development and commercialization of fusion energy technologies through its wholly owned subsidiary, Kepler Fusion Technologies. Following its previously announced merger with Kepler, the Company is operating under the American Fusion brand and has filed a corporate action with FINRA to change its legal name to American Fusion Inc. The Company’s strategy is centered on building a scalable, infrastructure-grade fusion energy platform supported by proprietary technology, disciplined intellectual property development, and long-term commercial deployment objectives.

For more information, please visit the Company’s website: https://americanfusionenergy.com/ & https://renewalfuels.net/

Renewal Fuels (RNWF), closed Friday's trading session at $0.0189, off by 1.0471%, on 12,543,637 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 322,930 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.000001/$0.0421.

Perpetuals.com (PDC)

SmarTrend Newsletters, Dynamic Wealth Report, Zacks, Trading Markets, Stockhouse, Stock Research Newsletter, RedChip, PowerRatings Stocks, Market FN, Daily Wealth and Big Oil Stocks reported earlier on Perpetuals.com (PDC), and today we highlight the Company, here at the QualityStocks Daily Newsletter.

Perpetuals.com (NASDAQ: PDC) , a provider of an AI-driven derivatives trading platform, announced that it has been featured in CoinDesk, with coverage highlighting the company’s approach to modernizing derivatives markets through artificial intelligence, blockchain-based settlement, and regulated infrastructure, as well as its launch by industry veterans with prior experience in European digital asset trading and market infrastructure, positioning Perpetuals to bridge traditional financial derivatives systems with AI-enhanced, transparent, and risk-aware crypto trading services.

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

About Perpetuals.com

Perpetuals.com (NASDAQ: PDC) is a financial technology company combining blockchain infrastructure and artificial intelligence to transform digital asset trading. The proprietary exchange platform operations of Perpetuals.com Group – founded by Patrick Gruhn, Robin Matzke, and Nayia Ziourti – are being integrated into the company’s proprietary blockchain solution to form Perpetuals.com.

Perpetuals.com develops and operates Kronos X(R), a proprietary multi-asset exchange platform and blockchain-based settlement solution fully compliant with European regulations including MiFID II, MiCA, DORA, and EMIR. The company provides financial market infrastructure as a service from Equinix FR2 in Frankfurt, Germany, alongside Eurex and Xetra, enabling clients to operate 24/7 trading of crypto spot, derivatives, tokenized securities, and structured products. Kronos X(R) clients include CySEC-licensed Multilateral Trading Facilities with EU MTF equivalence recognized in the United States, Australia, and Hong Kong.

The Perpetuals.com team pioneered regulated tokenized financial products, including Pre-IPO contracts for Coinbase, Airbnb, and Robinhood—as reported by Forbes—as well as tokenized stocks traded on Binance, FTX, Bittrex, and other major exchanges. Building on machine learning analysis of millions of retail trade transactions, the company has developed AI-powered risk intelligence that predicts trading outcomes in real-time—optimizing derivatives hedging operations while enabling unprecedented client protection in prediction markets. A new prediction market system based on the proprietary AI model is planned to be announced in Q2 2026.

Trademark Information: Kronos X(R) is a registered trademark in the European Union under filing number 019097099. Perpetuals.com(TM) is the subject of a pending trademark application in the European Union under filing number 019186468.

For more information, visit https://group.perpetuals.com/

Perpetuals.com (PDC), closed Friday's trading session at $6.745, off by 1.1722%, on 153,514 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 1,179,957 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $6.1/$47.03.

Xeriant Inc.'s (XERI)

TechMediaWire, Tiny Gems, Stocks to Buy Now, SmallCapRelations, SeriousTraders, QualityStocks, MissionIR, InvestorBrandNetwork, StockStreetWire, Fierce Analyst, StockWireNews and Small Cap Firm reported earlier on Xeriant Inc.'s (XERI), and today we highlight the Company, here at the QualityStocks Daily Newsletter.

As regulators and end users demand solutions that reduce environmental impact while improving fire resistance, durability and resilience, NEXBOARD(TM) technology has emerged as a promising response. “Developed by Xeriant (OTCQB: XERI) , the eco-friendly composite panel is designed not only to replace conventional building materials, such as drywall and wood, but also to support a wider range of applications where advanced performance and sustainability are increasingly essential,” reads a recent article. “NEXBOARD is a patent-pending composite construction panel designed to deliver enhanced performance across multiple criteria important to builders and sustainability advocates alike. Constructed primarily from recycled plastic and fiber waste, the panel integrates nanotechnology to achieve exceptional resistance to fire, water, mold, insects, cracking and abrasion, which are properties often lacking in traditional wall and partition materials. Its design also aligns with circular economy principles and supports green building certifications, positioning NEXBOARD as a potential replacement for materials that contribute to higher resource consumption and carbon emissions in the built environment.”

To view the full article, visit https://ibn.fm/UWOnB

About Xeriant Inc.

Xeriant is dedicated to the discovery, development and commercialization of transformative technologies, including advanced materials designed for deployment across multiple industrial sectors. The company partners with and acquires strategic interests in visionary companies that accelerate this mission. Xeriant’s advanced materials line is marketed under the DUREVER(TM) brand and includes NEXBOARD(TM), an eco-friendly, patent-pending composite construction panel made from recycled plastic and fiber waste, designed to replace drywall, plywood, OSB, MDF, MgO board and other traditional construction materials.

Xeriant Inc.'s (XERI), closed Friday's trading session at $0.01, off by 9.9099%, on 1,935,837 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 309,999 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.003735/$0.02569.

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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).

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Canamera Energy Metals recently announced that it entered into an agreement to acquire a majority interest in a large uranium project in Wyoming

The project is comprised of over 100 unpatented mining claims, which cover over 2,000 acres in the Great Divide Basin, an area known for producing uranium

The company also recently staked claim for land in Colorado, near the Iron Hill deposit, which is home to one of the largest titanium and rare earth oxide deposits in the country

Canamera Energy Metals (CSE: EMET) (OTCQB: EMETF) , a rare earth and critical metals exploration company, recently announced (see the company's news release dated December 8, 2025) that it had entered into an option agreement to acquire up to a 90% total interest in the Great Divide Basin uranium project in Wyoming.

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 $0.804, up 4.4156%, on 428,653 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 1,637,270 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.279/$0.9.

Recent News

Powermax Minerals Inc. (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Powermax Minerals Inc. (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF).

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Helicopter-borne magnetic and radiometric surveys outlined structurally controlled zones favorable for critical rare earth element ("REE") enrichment.

Targets are supported by correlations between geophysics, geology, and lake sediment geochemistry.

Results point to a phosphate-rich NYF-type REE system containing rare earths, thorium, uranium, and yttrium.

The work comes amid tightening global REE supply and growing strategic interest in North American projects.

Powermax Minerals (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF) , a Canadian mineral exploration company, has reported new exploration progress at its Atikokan Rare Earth Element ("REE") property in northwestern Ontario, following the interpretation of a high-resolution helicopter-borne geophysical survey completed in late 2025. The results, announced January 12, 2026, identified multiple high-priority REE exploration targets across the property's three main blocks, providing a clearer technical framework for the company's next phase of work ( https://ibn.fm/D8eaa ).

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Powermax Minerals Inc. (CSE: PMAX) (OTCQB: PWMXF) is a Canadian mineral exploration company developing a portfolio of rare earth element (“REE”) projects across Tier-1 jurisdictions in Canada and the United States. Focused on discovery, responsible advancement, and alignment with North America’s critical-minerals strategy, the company targets areas with geological potential for REE-bearing pegmatites and granitic systems.

Its exploration model emphasizes modern geophysics, data integration, and systematic de-risking through technical work. By concentrating on projects with clear infrastructure advantages and policy support, Powermax seeks to contribute meaningfully to regional supply-chain independence in critical minerals vital to electrification and advanced manufacturing.

The company’s growing asset base includes four core REE projects, Atikokan, Cameron, Pinard and Ogden Bear Lodge, positioned within highly prospective geological corridors.

Powermax Minerals is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario.

Projects

Atikokan REE Project – Northwestern Ontario

Powermax’s flagship Atikokan Rare Earth Element Project covers 9,416 hectares across three mineral claim blocks (A, B, and C) approximately 35 kilometers northwest of the town of Atikokan in the Thunder Bay Mining District. Located along the White Otter–Dashwa corridor, the project hosts REE-enriched granitic and pegmatitic systems supported by strong radiometric and geochemical signatures.

In 2025, Powermax completed airborne magnetic and gamma-ray spectrometric surveys, geological mapping, and geochemical sampling. An integrated interpretation released in November 2025 outlined a structural–geochemical corridor of REE enrichment, with Total Rare Earth Element (TREE) values from 254 ppm to 1,947 ppm across Blocks B and C. The company is currently advancing surface validation and target ranking for follow-up work.

Cameron REE Project – British Columbia

The Cameron Project, which the company holds an option to acquire, is located about 30 kilometers south of Revelstoke in the Kamloops Mining Division and comprises three contiguous mineral claims totaling 2,984 hectares.

Hosted within the Monashee Group, the property contains NYF-type granitic pegmatites and gneissic units known to carry both light and heavy REEs. Phase 1 exploration, completed under NI 43-101 recommendations, produced TREE values ranging from 17 ppm to 1,943 ppm, with heavy mineral concentrate samples up to 7,561 ppm. These findings confirmed consistent REE enrichment and led to the launch of Phase 2 exploration in October 2025 to expand mapping and refine drill targets.

Ogden Bear Lodge REE Project – Wyoming, USA

Powermax owns a 100% interest in the Ogden Bear Lodge Project, covering 22 lode claims (184 hectares) in Crook County, Wyoming. The property is prospective for high-grade neodymium-praseodymium (Nd/Pr) oxide mineralization and shares a border with Rare Element Resources’ Bear Lodge Critical Rare Earth Project. That neighboring project has received $24.2 million in U.S. Department of Energy support and a non-binding EXIM Bank letter of interest for up to $553 million in debt financing, highlighting the strategic value of this emerging U.S. REE district.

Pinard Rare Earths Project – Northern Ontario

In November 2025, Powermax Minerals announced plans to acquire a 100% interest in the Pinard Rare Earths Project, located roughly 70 kilometers north-northeast of Kapuskasing, Ontario. The property consists of 255 contiguous claims totaling 5,178 hectares within the Pinard Intrusive Rock Complex, an alkaline igneous system characterized by nepheline syenites and peralkaline granites commonly associated with REE-bearing mineralization.

Market Opportunity

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 electric-vehicle adoption and wind-power expansion, with supply expected to lag by up to 30%. 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.

China currently controls approximately 60% of REE mining and about 90% of processing capacity, prompting North American governments to accelerate domestic development. In 2025, the U.S. Department of Energy announced $1 billion in critical-minerals funding opportunities, while Canada’s C$1.5 billion Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund supports projects through 2030. Together, this policy support and structural supply deficit highlight Powermax’s positioning within a strategically essential market tied to the clean-energy transition.

Leadership Team

Paul Gorman, CEO & Director, is a resource-based corporate specialist with more than 25 years of experience in junior mining finance, public listings, and corporate development. He is the President and Managing Partner of Riverbank Capital Inc., where he has raised over $150 million for emerging issuers and helped revitalize the North American graphite industry through the founding of Mega Graphite Inc. Gorman has led multiple exploration programs and was instrumental in achieving high-grade lithium discoveries in 2024 for Pan American Energy Corp.

Michael Malana, Director, has more than 20 years of international experience in financial management, reporting, and corporate governance. He has held senior executive roles across natural resources, biotechnology, and manufacturing and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Concordia University in Montreal. Malana is a Chartered Professional Accountant (Certified Management Accountant).

Afzaal Pirzada, M.Sc., P.Geo., Director, is a professional geoscientist with over 30 years of experience in mineral exploration and mining, specializing in gold, lithium, graphite, rare metals, and uranium. He has served as Project Geologist, VP Exploration, Director, and CEO for multiple mining companies, including Adriana Resources and Rock Tech Lithium. Pirzada is a registered Professional Geoscientist with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia and has authored numerous NI 43-101 technical reports.

Investment Considerations
  • Powermax is advancing three core rare earth exploration projects across North America, each located in established mining districts with strong infrastructure and regulatory support.
  • The Atikokan Project has confirmed district-scale REE anomalies through integrated geochemical, geophysical, and structural analysis.
  • The Cameron Project in British Columbia has demonstrated both light and heavy REE enrichment, indicating potential for significant surface-accessible mineralization.
  • The Ogden Bear Lodge Project provides strategic exposure to a U.S. REE district supported by DOE and EXIM initiatives.
  • With experienced leadership and a balanced portfolio in key jurisdictions, Powermax Minerals is well positioned to capitalize on North America’s accelerating demand for critical minerals.

Powermax Minerals Inc. (OTCQB: PWMXF), closed Friday's trading session at $0.7264, up 5.2754%, on 262,220 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 967,930 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.6116/$1.98.

Recent News

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 (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) (FSE: 3WK0) announced its placement in an editorial published by MiningNewsWire, one of more than 75 brands within the Dynamic Brand Portfolio at IBN, highlighting the critical transition phase between exploration and production and why operational readiness often precedes significant valuation expansion, a dynamic now emerging at the Québec-based, near-term gold producer following its recently completed upsized and oversubscribed C$7.8 million financing that positions the company to restart operations at its Beacon Gold Mill and advance from planning into execution.

To view the full press release, visit https://ibn.fm/i3Sm0

LaFleur Minerals receives coverage from Zacks Small Cap Research, increasing its market visibility and indicating fair market value at $1.04 as it prepares to launch gold production in renowned Abitibi Greenstone Belt, Quebec.

With gold hitting new market records during the past year, LaFleur is uniquely situated among junior miners, owning the Beacon Gold Mill, which has an estimated replacement value exceeding $70 million after being acquired at bankruptcy sale for $1.2 million.

The company also has 445 mineral claims and one mining lease on its nearby Swanson Gold Project, which spans more than 18,000 hectares (about 44,500 acres).

Gold near-term producer and explorer LaFleur Minerals (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) recently closed three financing drives for a total of $7.8 million to restart its gold production operations at wholly-owned Beacon Gold Mill located in the renowned Abitibi Gold Belt in Quebec, Canada's largest gold producing region.

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 $0.35307, up 14.4102%, on 457,724 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 618,150 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.0631/$1.65.

Recent News

Earth Science Tech Inc. (OTC: ETST)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Earth Science Tech Inc. (OTC: ETST).

Earth Science Tech (OTC: ETST) , a strategic holding company advancing a portfolio of operating businesses within regulated healthcare markets, announced that it has engaged InvestorBrandNetwork ("IBN"), a multifaceted financial news and publishing company, to assist with its corporate communications strategy, reflecting the company's focus on execution, compliance and disciplined scaling across licensed pharmaceutical compounding, digital health and telemedicine platforms, specialty healthcare services and complementary assets, with hands-on operational oversight through wholly owned and majority-owned subsidiaries aimed at building sustainable revenue streams and long-term shareholder value.

To view the full press release, visit https://ibn.fm/5qFTn

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

Since 2022, Earth Science Tech has completed a deliberate transition away from legacy activities and repositioned the organization around healthcare and pharmaceutical operations. That shift has been supported by regulatory alignment, expanding operating capabilities, and the assembly of a diversified portfolio of revenue-generating businesses.

Today, the company’s approach emphasizes execution, capital discipline, and long-term value creation across its operating platforms, with a focus on scaling businesses that can grow sustainably while enhancing shareholder value.

The company is headquartered in Miami, Florida.

Subsidiaries

Earth Science Tech conducts its operations through a portfolio of wholly owned and majority-owned subsidiaries spanning pharmaceutical compounding, telemedicine, healthcare services, real estate development, and direct-to-consumer products.

  • RxCompoundStore.com LLC – A fully licensed compounding pharmacy based in Miami, Florida, authorized to fulfill prescriptions across more than 20 U.S. states and Puerto Rico, with ongoing licensure expansion efforts nationwide.
  • Mister Meds LLC – A Texas-based compounding pharmacy operating from a 5,000-square-foot facility with advanced sterile and hazardous drug compounding capabilities, acquired to expand production capacity and geographic reach.
  • Peaks Curative LLC – A telemedicine referral platform providing asynchronous consultations for Peaks-branded compounded medications, supported by an expanding provider network and recent entry into the veterinary market through Zoolzy.com.
  • DOConsultations LLC – An online telehealth platform focused on customized medication formulations, supporting direct-to-patient delivery through partner pharmacies.
  • Las Villas Health Care Inc. – A brick-and-mortar and telehealth healthcare provider serving the Spanish-speaking community, offering specialized wellness and sexual health services.
  • Avenvi LLC – A diversified real estate development and asset management company overseeing property investments, development projects, and the company’s ongoing share repurchase program.
  • MagneChef (80% interest) – A direct-to-consumer retail brand leveraging proprietary intellectual property to develop and market kitchen and cooking-related products, with recent expansion into premium American-made BBQ tools.
  • Earth Science Foundation Inc. – A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving as the company’s charitable arm, providing financial assistance for prescription costs to qualified individuals.

Collectively, these subsidiaries provide Earth Science Tech with diversified exposure across regulated healthcare services, digital health platforms, real estate assets, and proprietary consumer brands.

Market Opportunity

Earth Science Tech is primarily positioned within the pharmaceutical compounding and telemedicine markets, both of which are experiencing sustained growth driven by demand for personalized healthcare solutions, expanded access to care, and increasing adoption of remote service models.

The pharmaceutical compounding market continues to benefit from rising demand for customized medications, improved patient adherence, and supply-chain flexibility. According to Grand View Research, the global compounding pharmacies market was valued at approximately $13.1 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $18.6 billion by 2030, representing a compound annual growth rate of 5.11% from 2024 to 2030. Earth Science Tech’s compounding operations through RxCompoundStore.com and Mister Meds align directly with this expanding market segment.

Telemedicine represents a second core growth vertical for the company, supporting the clinical delivery of pharmaceutical products and healthcare services. According to Fortune Business Insights, the global telemedicine market was valued at $111.99 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow to $532.08 billion by 2034, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 20.0%, with North America accounting for approximately 48% of market share in 2025. Platforms operated by Peaks Curative and DOConsultations participate directly in this rapidly expanding digital health ecosystem.

Additional exposure to specialty healthcare clinics and real estate development provides diversification alongside the company’s core pharmaceutical and telemedicine operations.

Leadership Team

Giorgio R. Saumat, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board, is an investor and entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience investing in, operating, and advising private businesses, including founding CASAU Group, a private equity firm focused on real estate, and POINT96 Consulting, which provides strategic planning services to businesses and accredited investors.

Ernesto L. Flores, Chief Financial Officer, is a financial executive with over a decade of experience in accounting, taxation, and financial management, having held senior roles overseeing compliance and financial operations at logistics and investment firms.

Mario G. Tabraue, President and Chief Operating Officer, brings experience across real estate, maritime operations, and digital infrastructure and was instrumental in acquiring RxCompoundStore.com with the vision of scaling it into a nationally competitive pharmaceutical and telemedicine platform.

Christopher Rose, Chief Technology Officer, is a technology and automation executive who previously led enterprise-wide automation initiatives at a Fortune 100 company, delivering large-scale operational efficiencies and global process automation.

Investment Considerations
  • Earth Science Tech operates a diversified, revenue-generating holding company model with core exposure to pharmaceutical compounding and telemedicine markets.
  • The company has demonstrated operational execution through asset growth, profitability, and disciplined share reduction initiatives.
  • Regulatory alignment, including SIC 2834 pharmaceutical classification and FINRA Form 211 clearance, enhances transparency and market credibility.
  • A multi-subsidiary structure provides organizational flexibility across pharmaceutical, telemedicine, healthcare, real estate, and consumer operating businesses.
  • The company is led by an executive team with experience across operations, finance, technology, and strategic management, providing continuity and oversight across its operating platforms.

Earth Science Tech Inc. (OTC: ETST), closed Friday's trading session at $0.15308, up 3.4324%, on 42,490 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 31,230 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.001/$0.247.

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Numa Numa Resources Inc.

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Numa Numa Resources Inc.

Disseminated on behalf of Numa Numa Resources Inc. and may include paid advertisements.

In the shift away from fossil fuels, copper is not just another industrial metal; it is a foundational material.

These accelerating demand trends come against a backdrop of constrained supply.

According to Numa Numa, the Panguna Mine holds known copper reserves of approximately 5.3 million metric tons.

Copper is emerging as one of the silent champions of the global energy transition; its exceptional conductivity and versatility make it indispensable in renewable energy systems, electric vehicles and modern grid infrastructure. Numa Numa Resources, focused on developing the Panguna Mine in Bougainville, sits at the nexus of this supply-driven transformation in a world racing toward decarbonization.

The start of the week saw prices of silver and gold reach new highs even as global share prices fell as investors responded to a renewed tariff threat from US President Donald Trump. Gold prices hit $4,689.39 per ounce while silver also surged, peaking at $94.08 per ounce. 

In contrast, European stock markets declined, reflecting growing concern among investors about escalating geopolitical risks. In his announcement, Trump revealed plans to introduce a 10% tariff on imports from Finland, the Netherlands, the UK, Germany, France, Sweden, Denmark, and Norway from Feb. 1. He added that the levy could increase to 25% and would remain in place until an agreement regarding Greenland was secured. Despite the continued surge in gold and silver, equity markets struggled. In London, the FTSE 100 finished nearly 0.4% lower, while the more domestically oriented FTSE 250 dropped by 0.9%. Losses were seen across a range of financial and industrial companies, although shares in gold producers Endeavour and Fresnillo moved higher, supported by the latest gains in precious metal prices. Elsewhere in Europe, stocks in the automotive, technology and luxury sectors fell sharply. France's Cac 40 weakened, closing 1.8% lower, as major luxury groups such as Hermès and LVMH came under pressure. Germany's Dax index also declined by 1.3%, with carmakers Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW each sliding by over 2%. In contrast, defense-related stocks across Europe advanced, as France's Thales and Germany's Rheinmetall saw their share prices rise. If precious metals continue their ascent, entities like Numa Numa Resources Inc. could see a major uptick in investor interest as more people seek to benefit from the momentum that gold is enjoying. 

Numa Numa Resources Inc. is a mining and infrastructure development company focused on unlocking transformational opportunities in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, where the company is headquartered and where its management has lived and worked for 10 years.

Bougainville, a resource-rich archipelago in the South Pacific, is perhaps best known as the home of the Panguna Mine. Developed by Rio Tinto, the Panguna Mine was the largest open cut copper and gold mine in the world when it operated from 1972 to 1989 before being shuttered due to a civil war, called “the Crisis,” between Bougainville and its parent government Papua New Guinea. In 2001, the Bougainville Peace Agreement ended the war and awarded Bougainville limited autonomy, including its own constitution, by which ownership of the mine reverted to its customary landowners. A majority of the Panguna Mine’s copper, gold, and silver ore resources remain within its walls, making the fully explored and developed Panguna Mine one of the largest ore bodies in the world, today worth approximately $100 billion. Most geologists who have studied Bougainville believe that other nearby locations such as Mainoki and Karato are highly prospective and may contain ore deposits similar in size and scale to those of the Panguna Mine.

Numa Numa’s fundamental strength is the relationships it has developed over the years with the landowners in the Panguna, Mainoki, and Karato resource areas.

Pursuant to newly executed written agreements, Numa Numa has formed and now owns a stake in three new corporate entities that will own and develop, with the Panguna, Mainoki, and Karato landowners, their respective resources as partners pursuant to the laws and regulations of Bougainville. One entity has been established for Panguna, one for Mainoki, and one for Karato. Each entity is co-owned with the landowners of those respective areas. Each owns all the landowners’ resource rights to that area, and each entity is to be managed by a joint company/landowner team led by Numa Numa. Due to Bougainville’s constitution and law, each of these entities therefore effectively controls the monetization of the resources in its area. In Bougainville, the landowners—not the government—own the resources. With the Panguna, Mainoki, and Karato landowners as its contractual partners, Numa Numa now expects to prosper significantly in its mining endeavors in Bougainville.

Numa Numa has a contractual agreement to develop the Panguna Mine executed both with the Panguna Mine Landowner Clan Chiefs—the governmentally accepted owners of the Panguna Mine—and the government of Bougainville and President Ishmael Toroama, along with its rights to the exploration licenses regarding Mainoki and Karato for which it has applied and is awaiting approval. The company will be pursuing all such rights through those corporate entities. Numa Numa, together with its landowner partners, fully expect that these entities will ultimately be issued licenses and approvals by the government to legally pursue mining activities in their respective areas. Together with the Panguna, Mainoki, and Karato landowners, Numa Numa then intends to partner with mining companies who are now being invited to explore, fully develop, and ultimately construct and operate these prime Bougainville mining opportunities.

These new assets distinguish Numa Numa from any other aspirants in Bougainville. No one has any similar entities or relationships with any landowners, even in non-prospective areas, and certainly nothing in Panguna, Mainoki, and Karato, described as the three most important mining areas of Bougainville. That said, Numa Numa also continues to develop a road system in Bougainville’s roadless mining region, a limestone quarry and calcination facility to supply lime to all of Bougainville’s mining operations, and an integrated electric utility to supply electricity to Bougainville.

Metals Market Opportunity

The Panguna Mine contains one of the world’s largest copper and gold ore bodies, but the size of the mine’s resource is only one of its favorable characteristics. The amount of resources in the Panguna Mine are beyond dispute. The mine’s reserves are proven, while most of the world’s major deposits waiting to be mined are not. The Panguna Mine itself is highly accessible and comes with developed infrastructure; much of the roads, port facilities, and other infrastructure built to service the Panguna Mine remain largely intact.

The Panguna Mine’s two most important metals—gold and copper—are, at current market prices, almost equally valuable. Together, the mine’s proven gold and copper resources underscore its role as a global tier-one asset.

Panguna’s 547.15 metric tons of known gold reserves equate to nearly 1% of all global reserves, with value estimates exceeding $40 billion. Given the growing interest by many nations in denominating their trade balances in something other than U.S. dollars, the price of gold has increased dramatically over the last two years, and no end is in sight.

As for copper, the global transition to electrification is triggering historic demand for it, yet the supply pipeline is critically constrained. According to RBC Dominion Securities, just four new large-scale copper mines are in development globally, while demand requires at least one new mine per year through 2035. The Panguna Mine’s copper reserves total 5.3 million metric tons—equal to roughly 70% of Canada’s total reserves—placing it in the same league as major copper-producing nations. With ore grades declining and permitting delays mounting worldwide, the Panguna Mine—let alone Mainoki and Karato when they are explored—is uniquely positioned to help fill the world’s looming copper supply gap.

Independence Requires Numa Numa Rebuilding the Panguna Mine—and Diplomacy

Bougainville is currently an autonomous region of Papua New Guinea, but the 2001 Bougainville Peace Agreement provided Bougainville with the right, within 20 years, to conduct an independence referendum. During this period, Bougainville’s current president, Ishmael Toroama, was the lead proponent in advocating Bougainvillean independence. In 2019, the independence referendum, in which registered Bougainvilleans were asked whether they wished to remain part of Papua New Guinea or become citizens of a new, independent country, was held, and 97.7% of the population chose independence. The next year, Ishmael Toroama was elected President of Bougainville.

Numa Numa assisted Toroama in both his independence initiatives and his presidential election. Both Numa Numa and President Toroama, as well as the great majority of Bougainvilleans, understand that Bougainvillean independence depends on having the means to pay for its cost.

Simply put, Bougainvillean independence depends on rebuilding the Panguna Mine. Bougainvilleans know that they cannot do it themselves. The people understand that, and identify Numa Numa’s business plan for rebuilding the Panguna Mine, as well as the support they assume will come from its Western affiliations—most of the company’s shareholders are either American or Canadian—as the key to not only their prosperity, but their freedom as well.

Bougainvilleans also back Numa Numa’s business plan because they fear the alternative: China, which covets not only Bougainville’s gold and copper, but its strategic location together with its deepwater port at Loloho, the best deepwater port in the Third Island Chain.

On the front line in the Western Pacific’s rising tensions between China and the U.S., Bougainvilleans far prefer an alliance with their tradition Western allies to a takeover by China. Numa Numa’s ongoing diplomatic engagement, including arranging recent visits to Washington D.C. with President Ishmael Toroama, positions the company as both an economic and strategic partner in shaping Bougainville’s future.

Leadership Team

John D. Kuhns, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, founded Numa Numa Resources and has led the company since its formation in 2016. He previously founded China Hydroelectric Corporation, the largest foreign-owned electric power company in China, and listed the company on the NYSE. He has taken five other infrastructure and energy companies from initial concept to public listings and has owned and managed three Wall Street investment firms. He holds degrees from Georgetown University, the University of Chicago, and Harvard Business School and is also the author of four published novels.

Shadron L. Stastney, Vice-Chairman & Chief Operating Officer, joined Numa Numa Resources as a consultant in 2022 and became its Vice-Chairman and Chief Operating Officer in 2025. He was previously the co-founder of Vicis Capital, a multi-strategy hedge fund with peak assets of $6.8 billion. Before that, he was a Director and Head of the Hedging and Monetization Group at Credit Suisse First Boston, and a corporate attorney at Cravath, Swaine and Moore. He received his JD from Yale Law School and his BA from the University of North Dakota.

Anthony Dixon, Director, founded and was the CEO of Helios Renewable Energy Limited, a solar energy developer, and Metanoia, a sustainability auditor. He is also the Founder and Chairman of The Alliance for Sustainable Schools. His previous roles include CEO of ASB Biodiesel, Senior Advisor for Project Development in Asia with Canadian Solar; a Director of China Hydroelectric Corporation; Chief Operating Officer of ZEDFactory; and a Director of the Solar Electric Light Company. He was a Managing Director and Head of UK Capital Markets with Citigroup Global Markets; a Vice President with Salomon Brothers; and Director of Nikko Salomon Smith Barney in Tokyo, where he co-headed the firms’ securitization business. He holds a first-class honors degree in physics and a B.A. in philosophy from the University of Western Australia, an MBA from Harvard Business School, and a master’s degree in renewable energy engineering from Imperial College, London.

Mary E. Fellows, Director, has more than two decades of experience in renewable energy and infrastructure development. She previously served as EVP, Chief Compliance Officer, and Corporate Secretary of China Hydroelectric Corporation, and held leadership roles at GenSelf Corporation, Solar Electric Light Company, and New World Power Corporation. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Teikyo Post University and is a graduate of Harvard Business School’s AMP program.

Ian Smith, Director, is a mining engineering honors graduate from the University of Queensland, Australia. He has 60 years’ experience in the international mining industry, spanning functions including corporate management, operations, project management and engineering. Significantly, he was involved with the development of Bougainville’s Panguna copper-gold mine, from exploration, pre-production and startup to full production. The Panguna Mine at the time was the largest open pit copper-gold mine in the world. He was mine manager until he took another corporate responsibility in Mexico to develop the 72,000tpd La Caridad open pit copper mine. Additional operations and engineering experience include the 2,500 tpd CIL gold project in Uruguay and mining projects in Asia, South America, Africa, and the Pacific Rim.

Lawrence Queen, Senior Consulting Geologist, has over 35 years of experience in global mineral exploration, including five years as Principal Economic Geologist for the Geological Survey of Papua New Guinea. He holds a BSc from the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology and an MSc from the University of Alaska and is a long-standing member of both the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and the Australian Institute of Geoscientists.

Tete Omas, Manager, Lakeville Mines, oversees operations at Numa Numa’s mining subsidiary and brings deep, hands-on experience in gold mining and equipment fabrication. A second-generation miner, he previously served in the PNG Mineral Resource Authority’s Small Scale Mining Branch and began his career working on his family’s mining lease at Mt. Kaindi.

Seeking Investors: Intention to Go Public Soon

Numa Numa is seeking investors—strategic and financial—to be partners in its world-class, resource-rich Bougainville opportunity. The company’s goal is to not only be the leading mining entity in Bougainville, but to become the country’s leading commercial enterprise as well.

Numa Numa is currently a privately held corporation but is exploring means of going public so as to list its shares on one or more international stock exchanges and provide its shareholders with liquidity.

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D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS)

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

On the wide plains of Saskatchewan, Jake Leguee runs a farm that reflects both deep roots and rapid change. His family's connection to the land stretches back to 1956, when his grandfather purchased 640 acres. Nearly seven decades later, that modest beginning has expanded into a 17,000-acre operation producing green lentils, canola, flax, and wheat. To stay competitive, Leguee has invested heavily in precision technology, especially for spraying crops. His John Deere tractor is equipped with cameras and software that identify weeds in real time. As the machine moves across the field at about 15 miles per hour, individual nozzles activate only when unwanted plants are detected. The ripple effects may extend beyond the farm gate, according to agronomist Heather Darby. She notes that improved efficiency could increase food supply and help stabilize prices for consumers. Reducing the risk of crop loss, she adds, supports a more dependable food system. Leguee observes a generational divide. Younger producers tend to adopt new tools more readily, while others remain cautious. Still, he believes adaptation is essential. Farming today, he says, often involves managing multi-million-dollar enterprises that support entire families. Treating it as a business, he argues, is what allows it to remain a sustainable way of life. As even more advanced technologies from innovators at entities like D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) are commercialized, the agricultural sector could witness even more disruption as tech solutions help farmers to address the evolving challenges that they face. 

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 $25.63, off by 6.5622%, on 38,070,423 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 38,876,531 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $4.45/$46.75.

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Soligenix Inc. (NASDAQ: SNGX)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Soligenix Inc. (NASDAQ: SNGX).

Soligenix (NASDAQ: SNGX) , a biopharmaceutical company focused on biodefense solutions, was featured in a recent article discussing its development of a vaccine candidate known as RiVax(R) to protect against ricin exposure. These efforts position the company at the center of biodefense preparedness as public awareness of ricin's lethality grows. "In a counter-terrorism operation in India, authorities recently foiled a ricin plot, underscoring how easily accessible castor beans can be transformed into the deadly toxin using common tools such as a coffee grinder. The report is a stark reminder of ricin's accessibility and the pressing need for effective countermeasures," the article reads. "RiVax's durability, evidenced by thermostability and strong protective efficacy in animal models, could allow for strategic stockpiling in national stockpiles and rapid deployment to first responders, military personnel and vulnerable civilian populations should a ricin incident occur. Continued development and regulatory progression of the vaccine may also inform broader strategies for biodefense and emergency readiness in a world where accessible biological threats continue to challenge health security systems."

To view the full article, visit https://ibn.fm/cLO4B

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that afflicts at least 60 million individuals globally. Nearly 80% of these affected people also tend to be either overweight or obese. Excess weight has been a known risk factor for psoriasis development, but until now, no rigorous scientific data existed on how the quality of life of patients and the disease severity are impacted when interventions to reduce weight are instituted for psoriatic patients. Now a meta-analysis and systematic review conducted in the UK has established that patients with psoriasis register notable improvements in their quality of life and the severity of the condition reduces when these patients undertake either lifestyle or pharmacological measures aimed at reducing their weight. The study team rated the evidence of the beneficial effects of weight loss interventions as high given the consistency with which standardized quality of life scores and scores for disease severity changed as a result of interventions geared at reducing the weight of patients suffering from psoriasis. The research makes a strong case for making weight-loss intervention an integral part of the care given to patients living with psoriasis. The team notes that both pharmacological as well as lifestyle-based interventions all bring beneficial effects, so treatment teams can consider which approach to recommend to patients on a case-by-case basis. As the value of including weight-loss intervention in psoriasis management comes to the spotlight, a number of firms like Soligenix Inc. (NASDAQ: SNGX) are also making progress in their efforts to develop new therapies indicated for psoriasis. A time is therefore coming when people living with this chronic condition can have access to treatments with greater efficacy than the options currently available. 

Soligenix Inc. (NASDAQ: SNGX) is a late-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing treatments for rare diseases with high unmet medical needs. Operating through two key segments, the company’s Specialized BioTherapeutics division is dedicated to oncology and inflammation therapies, while its Public Health Solutions segment advances vaccines and therapeutics targeting biothreats and infectious diseases.

The company is actively advancing multiple late-stage clinical programs, including HyBryte™ (SGX301), a novel photodynamic therapy for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL). Additional candidates in development target psoriasis (SGX302), oral mucositis (SGX942), and Behçet’s disease (SGX945), while its public health efforts focus on heat-stable vaccines for ricin poisoning (RiVax®), Ebola (SuVax™), and Marburg (MarVax™) viruses, that have been supported by non-dilutive government grants and contracts of approximately $60 million to date.

With a diversified pipeline, multiple orphan and fast-track designations, and collaborations with government agencies, Soligenix is uniquely positioned for potential regulatory approvals and commercialization.

The company is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey.

Pipeline and Development Programs

Specialized BioTherapeutics

Soligenix’s Specialized BioTherapeutics division develops treatments for oncology and inflammatory diseases, focusing on conditions with few or no effective therapeutic options. HyBryte™ (synthetic hypericin) has completed a Phase 3 study for CTCL, demonstrating statistically significant efficacy, and a second confirmatory Phase 3 trial is actively enrolling patients to support potential regulatory submissions worldwide. If approved, it would be the first non-mutagenic photodynamic therapy for early-stage CTCL, addressing an unmet medical need. It has received orphan drug designations in the U.S. and Europe, as well as Fast Track designation in the U.S.

SGX302, a photodynamic therapy based on the same active ingredient as HyBryte™, is in clinical development for mild-to-moderate psoriasis, with positive Phase 1/2 proof-of-concept results, it is actively enrolling patients in a Phase 2a clinical trial.

SGX942, designed to reduce inflammation and tissue damage in oral mucositis associated with cancer treatment, is progressing as a potential first-in-class therapy.
SGX945, targeting aphthous ulcers in Behçet’s disease, is actively enrolling in a Phase 2a clinical trial and has received fast-track designation, highlighting the urgency of developing effective treatments for this rare inflammatory condition.

Public Health Solutions

The company’s Public Health Solutions segment focuses on medical countermeasures for biothreats and emerging infectious diseases, leveraging non-dilutive government funding to advance its programs. RiVax®, a ricin toxin vaccine, has demonstrated strong preclinical and early clinical results and may be eligible for government procurement under the Strategic National Stockpile initiative.

The company’s RiVax®, as well as its vaccine candidates for Ebola and Marburg viruses are based on its proprietary ThermoVax® technology, which stabilizes vaccines for long-term storage without refrigeration. This approach could be transformative in regions where maintaining cold-chain logistics is challenging.

The ongoing development of these vaccines is supported by funding from NIH, BARDA, and DTRA, with the potential for up to three priority review vouchers (PRVs) upon regulatory approval, to be used for future programs or sold. Notably, PRVs have previously sold for roughly $100 million.

Market Opportunity

Soligenix targets markets with significant commercial potential, focusing on rare diseases and biodefense applications. HyBryte™ addresses CTCL, a disease affecting over 68,000 patients across the U.S. and Europe, with a total market opportunity exceeding $250 million. SGX302, the company’s therapy for mild-to-moderate psoriasis, serves a much larger population, as over eight million people in the U.S. are affected by the condition, representing a global market opportunity exceeding $1 billion.

SGX942, developed for oral mucositis in head and neck cancer patients, is aimed at a market worth more than $500 million, while SGX945 for Behçet’s disease serves a niche segment valued at over $200 million worldwide.

In addition to its rare disease programs, Soligenix’s Public Health Solutions division has the potential to generate significant revenue through government procurement contracts. By focusing on both orphan drug markets and government-funded biodefense initiatives, Soligenix has positioned itself for sustained revenue growth through multiple high-value opportunities.

Leadership Team

Christopher J. Schaber, PhD, Chairman, President & CEO, brings to the company more than 35 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry. Before joining Soligenix, he held senior and operational leadership roles at Discovery Laboratories, Acute Therapeutics, Ohmeda Pharmaceuticals, The Liposome Company, and Wyeth Ayerst Laboratories. He has extensive expertise in drug development, regulatory affairs, and corporate strategy, positioning him to drive Soligenix’s growth and advancement toward commercialization.

Richard Straube, MD, Chief Medical Officer, has more than 35 years of experience in drug development and clinical research. Prior to joining Soligenix, he held key leadership roles at Stealth Peptides, INO Therapeutics, Ohmeda Pharmaceuticals, and Centocor. Throughout his career, he has played a crucial role in bringing innovative therapies to market, particularly in inflammatory diseases and immunology, making him a valuable asset in advancing Soligenix’s late-stage clinical programs.

Oreola Donini, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer, has more than 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical research and development, with expertise in immunology, inflammation, and rare diseases. Before joining Soligenix, she held leadership positions at Inimex Pharmaceuticals, ESSA Pharma, and Kinetek Pharmaceuticals, where she worked on novel drug discovery and translational medicine. Her experience in preclinical research and product development supports Soligenix’s continued innovation in biopharmaceuticals.

Jonathan Guarino, CPA, CGMA, Chief Financial Officer, has over 25 years of experience in corporate finance and strategic financial planning. Before joining Soligenix, he held financial leadership positions at Hepion Pharmaceuticals, Covance, BlackRock, and Barnes & Noble. His expertise in financial management, accounting, and capital markets plays a critical role in Soligenix’s financial strategy and operational efficiency.

Investment Considerations
  • Soligenix has multiple late-stage assets with orphan and fast-track designations, providing a clear regulatory pathway toward potential approvals.
  • The company’s pipeline has a total addressable market exceeding $2 billion, spanning rare diseases, inflammation, and biothreat applications.
  • Soligenix has benefited from significant non-dilutive government funding, which reduces operational expenses and financial risk while supporting its public health initiatives.
  • The company is well-positioned for multiple development and regulatory catalysts, and commercial milestones, with lead candidates in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, psoriasis, oral mucositis, and Behçet’s disease.
  • Soligenix is led by an experienced management team with a strong track record of success.

Soligenix Inc. (NASDAQ: SNGX), closed Friday's trading session at $1.38, off by 2.8169%, on 127,834 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 343,167 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $1.09/$6.2299.

Recent News

ParaZero Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: PRZO)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight ParaZero Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: PRZO).

ParaZero recently advanced the deployment of its multi-layered Counter-UAS solutions for military and homeland security applications

The company operates at the nexus of precision interception, autonomous aerospace systems, and defense innovation

These updates underscore ParaZero's mission to deliver scalable, low-collateral damage counter-drone defense systems for complex and urban environments

ParaZero Technologies (NASDAQ: PRZO) is taking a leading role in the evolution of the counter-drone defense industry, as security agencies and military forces globally explore reliable alternatives to tackling the increased threats from unmanned aerial systems. With core specialization in multi-layered Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System ("Counter-UAS") technologies, the company is positioning its products to handle the operational needs of homeland security operations, modern conflict zones, and the security of critical infrastructure ( ibn.fm/i6pS0 ).

ParaZero Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: PRZO) is a defense aerospace company specializing in multi-layered Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (“Counter-UAS”) technologies engineered to neutralize hostile drones in complex, contested, and urban environments. Founded by aviation and defense technology professionals, the company develops autonomous interception and precision-delivery systems that support military forces, homeland security agencies, and operators of strategic infrastructure. ParaZero’s mission is to provide reliable, practical, and scalable counter-drone capabilities for frontline and fixed-site defense scenarios where rapid, accurate, and low-collateral response is essential.

As drone threats evolve from low-cost commercial platforms to fast, low-signature systems operating in RF-denied conditions, ParaZero focuses on solutions that deliver actionable last-layer defense. Its technologies integrate with existing detection and command systems, allowing operators to respond effectively across military bases, sensitive facilities, border regions, and high-risk operational zones. The company’s defense portfolio continues to expand through field collaboration with Israeli defense authorities and international security organizations seeking capable interception systems.

Building on more than a decade of engineering and operational experience, ParaZero offers autonomous counter-drone and precision-delivery capabilities designed for modern defense requirements.

The company is headquartered in Kfar Saba, Israel.

DefendAir

DefendAir is ParaZero’s multi-layered Counter-UAS system designed to intercept hostile drones with high accuracy and minimal collateral damage. The platform employs patented net-interception technology and supports defense forces protecting bases, critical infrastructure, government facilities, and frontline units. Company-reported demonstrations conducted with Israeli defense and homeland security authorities have shown successful interception across a range of real-time scenarios involving fast, maneuverable, and RF-denied drones.

DefendAir is deployed through three complementary delivery mechanisms that enable flexible interception across dynamic battlefield and fixed-site environments:

  • Interception Drone – The airborne configuration places a net-interception pod on an autonomous multirotor, enabling rapid engagement of hostile drones approaching from extended ranges or complex angles. This mobile layer offers adaptable response options where ground-based systems may have limited reach.
  • Stationary Turret – The turret provides automated 360-degree perimeter coverage for fixed sites. Using optical detection and autonomous tracking, it identifies and intercepts approaching drones with a non-explosive, low-collateral method suitable for urban or sensitive environments.
  • Hand-Held Net Launcher – The hand-held launcher offers infantry and security personnel a lightweight, tactical close-range interception tool. It enables unit-level drone neutralization in environments where jamming or spoofing is ineffective, providing a practical last-line defense option.

Together, these configurations provide flexible interception capabilities for a wide range of defense and security missions.

DropAir

DropAir is ParaZero’s high-accuracy aerial delivery solution engineered for autonomous or remotely controlled missions in complex and hostile environments. The system enables safe, precise delivery of sensitive payloads, including medical supplies, blood transfusions, tactical equipment, and humanitarian aid, without requiring the drone to land or expose ground personnel to risk. Its HALO-style late parachute deployment minimizes drift and lowers detectability, supporting both multirotor and fixed-wing UAVs.

DropAir has demonstrated operational effectiveness in collaboration with the Israeli Ministry of Defense and the Israel Defense Force Medical Corps, including a breakthrough field trial in which blood transfusions dropped from 200 meters were recovered fully intact and suitable for human use.

The system’s modular pod design secures a variety of payloads and is adaptable to a wide range of UAV platforms, with carrying capacities of 5, 10, or 20 kilograms depending on drone capability. Built for rapid deployment and all-weather performance, DropAir provides reliable resupply options for defense, disaster response, and remote operations where conventional logistics cannot safely reach.

Market Opportunity

ParaZero operates within rapidly expanding segments of the global unmanned systems and defense markets. According to Fortune Business Insights, the anti-drone (counter-UAS) market was valued at $2.4 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow from $3.1 billion in 2025 to $12.24 billion by 2032, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 21.62%. This expansion is driven by the increasing use of drones in modern conflicts, the emergence of new threat types such as RF-denied and fiber-optic-guided drones, and the need to protect critical infrastructure, military bases, and sensitive facilities.

The precision airdrop category is also gaining traction as defense forces and emergency agencies seek secure, rapid, and unmanned delivery solutions for time-critical missions. ParaZero’s DropAir program has advanced into Phase II with the Israeli Defense Force Medical Corps, highlighting governmental adoption of autonomous delivery technologies for military and humanitarian use.

Leadership Team

Ariel Alon, Chief Executive Officer, is an experienced executive with a proven track record of leading high-performing business teams across unmanned aircraft systems, finance, high-tech, defense, and government sectors in Israel, the U.S., EMEA, and APAC. Prior to joining ParaZero, he served as Chief Sales Officer of Aerodrome Group and CEO of its subsidiary, Aerodrome LTD. His earlier roles include vice president of sales and general manager for Israel at Voyager Labs, Israeli country manager for Atos, and business development positions at companies including Elbit Systems and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. Mr. Alon holds a B.A. in business administration and an M.B.A. in finance and marketing from the Ruppin Academic Center in Israel.

Regev Livne, Chief Financial Officer, previously served as CFO of Votiro, where he raised capital and supported the company’s expansion into North America and Asia. His earlier experience includes serving as CFO of SCR Engineers Ltd., along with finance roles at 3M Attenti and Dmatek Ltd. Mr. Livne began his career as a senior accountant at PwC Israel, auditing both public and private companies. He is a Certified Public Accountant in Israel and holds a master’s degree in finance and management and a B.A. in business administration and accounting from the Israeli College of Management.

Alon Yasovsky, Vice President of R&D, is an engineering leader with more than 20 years of experience across electro-optics, machine vision, embedded systems, and advanced technology development. He previously worked in Samsung Electronics Israel’s Open Innovation group and evaluated R&D investments for the Israeli Innovation Authority. Earlier in his career, he held engineering and leadership roles at SensoGenic, Kornit Digital, Intel, Apple, PrimeSense, and Elbit Systems. Mr. Yasovsky holds a B.Sc. in electrical and electronic engineering from Tel Aviv University and completed the U.S.–Israel Innovation Bridge Leadership Executives Program at the University of California, Irvine.

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Investment Considerations
  • ParaZero operates as a defense aerospace company specializing in multi-layered Counter-UAS solutions for modern battlefield and homeland security environments.
  • The DefendAir platform offers three complementary interception layers (airborne, turret-based, and hand-held) providing forces with flexible, low-collateral responses to diverse hostile drone threats.
  • Company-reported demonstrations with Israeli defense authorities have shown effective real-time interception across fast, maneuverable, and RF-denied drone scenarios.
  • DropAir delivers validated precision-delivery capability for medical and tactical supplies, including successful collaboration with the Israeli Ministry of Defense and the IDF Medical Corps.
  • Rising global demand for cost-effective and scalable Counter-UAS systems positions ParaZero for continued expansion across defense and homeland security markets.

ParaZero Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: PRZO), closed Friday's trading session at $1.24, off by 6.7669%, on 538,472 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 2,285,004 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.5255/$2.145.

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, digital engagement and real-world asset tokenization technologies, announced that it has closed its previously announced acquisition of API Media Innovation Inc., a New Jersey–headquartered provider of media infrastructure and event technology solutions serving high-profile sports, media and entertainment clients, a transaction the company expects to strengthen its proprietary data-monetization ecosystem through expanded capabilities in multi-channel engagement, data overlay integration, digital media operations, audience intelligence and revenue analytics, while positioning Datavault AI to enhance enterprise value delivery across data, advertising and AI-as-a-Service verticals.

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

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 $0.8161, off by 9.0392%, on 91,625,969 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 117,705,018 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.2512/$4.1.

Recent News

Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF).

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Lahontan Gold (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) is a top Canadian mineral exploration company focused on gold and silver projects in Nevada's Walker Lane district. According to a recent article, the company "is entering a transformative phase after securing the Federal Bureau of Land Management's permit for its West Santa Fe drill program. The site, which is located 13 km from Lahontan's Santa Fe Mine project, grants the company access to unpatented lode mining claims on federal lands, creating a new vista of opportunities. Building on this regulatory milestone, Lahontan has now commenced its reverse-circulation drilling campaign at West Santa Fe, aimed at validating historic drill data and advancing the project toward resource definition. Recent completion of drilling at the nearby Santa Fe Mine positions the company for an updated mineral resource estimate and future economic studies."

To view the full article, visit https://ibn.fm/gSz9P

Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) is a Canadian mine development and exploration company advancing a portfolio of gold and silver assets in Nevada’s Walker Lane, one of the world’s most productive and mining-friendly regions. Through its U.S. subsidiaries, the company controls four gold and silver properties in Nevada, three of which are 100%-owned and one controlled via a low-cost option to acquire full ownership. With a clear near-term path to production, Lahontan is focused on unlocking oxide gold and silver value from past-producing, infrastructure-rich projects.

The company’s mission is to responsibly develop and expand its oxide resources while minimizing capital intensity and maximizing economic returns. Leveraging a strong technical team with a track record of advancing projects and building mines, Lahontan is focused on growing gold and silver resources and hitting permitting milestones across multiple sites. Its strategy prioritizes scalability, efficiency, and timely value realization for shareholders.

By maintaining full project ownership and a capital-light development model, Lahontan Gold is positioned to rapidly transition from development to production.

The company is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario.

Projects

Santa Fe Mine

The 26.4 km² Santa Fe Mine is Lahontan’s flagship asset and core development priority. A past-producing open-pit, heap-leach gold and silver operation, Santa Fe historically yielded more than 359,000 ounces of gold and 702,000 ounces of silver between 1988 and 1995. The site benefits from established infrastructure—including power, water, and road access—and more than 79% of its known resources are unencumbered by royalties.

A 2024 NI 43-101 resource estimate outlines 1.54 million ounces of gold equivalent (AuEq) in the Indicated category and 0.41 million ounces Inferred, all pit-constrained. Oxide resources average among the highest grades in the state and are distributed across five known deposits. A 2025 Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) projects strong economic returns, including an after-tax NPV5% of $200 million, a 34.2% internal rate of return (IRR), and average annual production of approximately 50,000 ounces AuEq over an eight-year mine life.

Permitting is well underway for both the Exploration and Mine Plans of Operation, covering over 12 km² and more than 700 drill holes. The company is targeting construction permits in late 2026 and continues to pursue oxide resource expansion and metallurgical optimization, particularly within the Slab-Calvada corridor.

West Santa Fe

West Santa Fe lies just 13 kilometers from the flagship and is being explored as a potential satellite operation. The project is defined by a shallow, oxide-dominant gold-silver system with a conceptual target of 0.5 to 1.0 million ounces AuEq based on historic drilling and recent surface sampling, which returned up to 2.61 g/t Au and 899 g/t Ag (14.6 g/t AuEq). A 6,300-meter Phase One reverse circulation drill program is scheduled for 2025 to validate historical data and support a maiden resource estimate. Development is streamlined under a low-cost option agreement and a rapid permitting path via Notice of Intent.

Moho and Redlich

The Moho and Redlich projects provide additional longer-term upside within Lahontan’s portfolio. Moho features high-grade, oxidized epithermal veins with historic production at grades of 20–25 g/t Au and 300 g/t Ag. A 2019 core drill program confirmed the presence of high-grade mineralization at depth. Redlich, located along trend from the historic Candelaria silver mine, hosts disseminated Ag mineralization in epithermal veins and hydrothermal breccias but remains untested by drilling. While no near-term programs are currently disclosed, both assets represent future exploration optionality.

Market Opportunity

Lahontan Gold operates in Nevada, consistently ranked the top global mining jurisdiction by the Fraser Institute due to its transparent permitting process, legal stability, and established infrastructure. Nevada produces over 4.5 million ounces of gold annually, generating approximately $9 billion in value, and ranks fifth globally in total gold production.

According to the World Gold Council, total gold demand in Q1 2025 reached 1,206 tonnes, up 1% year-over-year, marking the strongest first quarter since 2016. Central banks added 244 tonnes to reserves, a slight slowdown from the prior quarter but well within the strong buying range observed over the past three years. Meanwhile, silver demand is supported by strong industrial usage in solar panels, electric vehicles, and semiconductors, with long-term deficits forecast in the physical silver market.

With macro-driven demand for gold, technology-driven silver consumption, and strong institutional buying across both metals, Lahontan is uniquely positioned to capitalize through its portfolio of oxide-focused projects in a top-tier jurisdiction—offering near-term production potential and longer-term resource expansion.

Leadership Team

Kimberly Ann, Founder, CEO, President & Executive Chair, is a veteran mining executive with a track record of founding and scaling junior resource companies. She has raised over $210M in financing and led the $340M buyout of Prodigy Gold. Her prior roles include CFO of PPX Mining and founder of Latin America Resource Group, which merged with Carube Copper to form C3 Metals.

Brian Maher, Founder and VP of Exploration, is an economic geologist with more than 45 years of experience. He previously led Prodigy Gold as CEO, where he helped develop the Magino gold project before its $341M acquisition. His career includes senior roles at ASARCO, Hochschild Mining, and PPX Mining, where he oversaw exploration and production in the Americas.

John McNeice, Chief Financial Officer, is a Chartered Professional Accountant with three decades of experience in public company reporting. He has served as CFO for seven public resource companies and played a key role in Ur-Energy Inc.’s TSX IPO and $150M in financings. He also serves as CFO for Gold79 Mines, C3 Metals, and Northern Graphite Corp.

Current Initiatives
  • Commencing Summer gold and silver resource expansion drilling at Santa Fe
  • Optimizing Preliminary Economic Assessment reflecting +$3,000 gold price
  • Exploration Plan of Operations heading into NEPA stage with approval expected Q4 2025
  • Targeting late 2026 mining permit and breaking ground at Santa Fe in 2027
Investment Considerations
  • The Santa Fe Mine hosts 1.95 million ounces of pit-constrained gold equivalent resources across Indicated and Inferred categories.
  • A 2025 Preliminary Economic Assessment for Santa Fe outlines an after-tax NPV5% of $200 million and a 34.2% IRR based on spot pricing.
  • All four projects are 100%-owned or under low-cost acquisition agreements, with development centered in Nevada, the world’s top mining jurisdiction.
  • Near-term catalysts include Santa Fe permitting milestones, West Santa Fe’s maiden drill program, and an updated economic study.
  • The company is led by a proven team with multiple M&A exits and extensive experience in advancing heap-leach gold operations.

Lahontan Gold Corp. (OTCQB: LGCXF), closed Friday's trading session at $0.16, off by 2.439%, on 1,754,196 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 1,056,480 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.0143/$0.1995.

Recent News

Platinum Group Metals Ltd. (TSX: PTM) (NYSE American: PLG)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Platinum Group Metals Ltd. (TSX: PTM) (NYSE American: PLG).

Platinum Group Metals Ltd. (NYSE American: PLG) (TSX: PTM) is the operator of the Waterberg Project, a bulk underground platinum group metals (PGM) deposit discovered by Platinum Group in 2011 and located on the Northern Limb of the Bushveld Complex in South Africa. The Waterberg Project is planned as a fully mechanised platinum, palladium, rhodium and gold mine, including by-product copper and nickel production, and is projected to be one of the largest and lowest cost PGM mines globally.

The project is a joint venture between Platinum Group; integrated PGM producer Impala Platinum Holdings Ltd. (OTCQX: IMPUY); Japanese consortium HJ Platinum, which includes trading house Hanwa Co. and the government-backed Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC); and local empowerment partner Mnombo Wethu Consultants (Pty) Ltd. Platinum Group has an effective 50.22% interest in the Waterberg Project.

The company’s primary business objective is to advance the Waterberg Project to a development and construction decision. An update to the 2019 Definite Feasibility Study is expected in 2024.

PGMs are essential and precious metals that include platinum, palladium, rhodium, iridium, osmium and ruthenium. These metals are known for their purity, high melting points and unique catalytic properties. They are utilized in a number of industrial processes, technologies and commercial applications and play a critical role in autocatalysis and pollution control in the automotive sector. The bulk of global PGMs are mined in Southern Africa and Russia.

The unique properties of PGMs are being applied to various technologies as possible solutions for more efficient energy generation and storage, which may create new demand for PGMs. The company’s battery technology initiative through Lion Battery Technologies Inc., using platinum and palladium in lithium battery technologies, represents one such new opportunity in the high-profile lithium battery research and innovation field.

Platinum Group Metals Ltd. founded Lion Battery Technologies Inc. in partnership with Anglo American Platinum Ltd. (AMS: JNB) to support the use of palladium and platinum in lithium battery applications. Lion Battery has entered into an agreement with Florida International University to further advance a research program that uses platinum and palladium to unlock the potential of Lithium Sulfur (Li-S) battery chemistries.

Platinum Group is headquartered in Vancouver, B.C., and Johannesburg, South Africa.

Waterberg Project

Platinum Group’s sole material mineral property, the Waterberg Project, is presently in process with pre-construction permitting; engineering work, including road upgrade and traffic studies; finalization of power and water infrastructure design; and construction camp design.

The company’s principal product from the Waterberg Project is planned to be a PGM-bearing concentrate. The concentrate will contain economic amounts of six elements comprising platinum, palladium, rhodium, gold, copper and nickel. The company’s partner in the Waterberg Project, Impala Platinum Holdings, has acquired a right of first refusal to enter into an offtake agreement, on commercial arm’s-length terms, for the smelting and refining of mineral products from the Waterberg Project.

The Waterberg project has proven and estimated reserves of 19.5 million ounces of PGMs and gold. When fully operational, the mine is projected to produce more than 400,000 ounces of PGMs annually during the peak period of steady state production. The life of the mine is projected at 45 years.

South Africa’s PGM mining sector remains closely tied to economic developments in the global automotive industry, which in 2022 accounted for approximately 43% of the total global demand for platinum and 82% of the total global demand for palladium.

Market Opportunity

According to a report from Straits Research, a global market and business research firm, the worldwide platinum market had an estimated value of $7.72 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach $11.95 billion by 2031. That represents a CAGR of 5.13% over the forecast period.

Platinum, one of the rarest of precious metals, is about 30 times scarcer than gold. It is crucial to the automotive and electronics industries and is also used to make jewelry. Stricter emissions regulations around the world have led to an increased demand for platinum to be used in catalytic converters to reduce automotive emission, the report states.

A report from Allied Market Research estimated the global palladium market at $16.3 billion in 2021 and projects the market will reach $28.6 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 5.8% over the period.

Palladium is also used in automotive catalytic converters for reducing emissions and in jewelry, dentistry, watchmaking, blood sugar test strips, aircraft spark plugs, surgical instruments, electrical contacts and musical instruments.

An increase in demand for consumer electronics has driven demand for palladium-based multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCC) used to store energy in electronic devices such as broadcasting equipment, mobile telephones, computers, electronic lighting and high voltage circuits, according to the report.

Management Team

Frank R. Hallam is Co-Founder, Director, President and CEO of Platinum Group. He has over 30 years of experience in the mining, minerals and petroleum industry as an operator, principal and founder. He was a co-founder and former CFO of MAG Silver Corp. He was also co-founder and director of West Timmins Mining Inc. and a director of Lake Shore Gold Corp. In addition, he was CFO and director with gold exploration company Tan Range Exploration Corp. He is a Chartered Professional Accountant and was formerly an auditor in the public mining practice of PwC. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Simon Fraser University.

Greg Blair is CFO of Platinum Group. He has been with Platinum Group since 2010 in various roles, most recently as Interim CFO. Prior to joining Platinum Group, he was at a public accounting firm working on public company (mainly mining) audits. He is a Chartered Professional Accountant and holds a degree in Economics from Simon Fraser University and has completed the Canadian Securities Course.

Kris Begic is VP Corporate Development of Platinum Group. He has over 25 years of experience in the mining industry and capital markets and has been involved with the raising of over $500 million for various exploration and development projects globally. His efforts are focused on project generation, mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, investor relations and marketing.

Platinum Group Metals Ltd. (NYSE American: PLG), closed Friday's trading session at $3.47, up 18.8356%, on 16,358,463 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 4,982,667 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.99/$3.49.

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MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX) (OTC: MAXXF)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX) (OTC: MAXXF).

MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX) (OTC: MAXXF) is a Canadian mineral exploration company pioneering the development of natural hydrogen as a potential new primary energy source. As a first mover in this emerging sector, the company has assembled North America’s largest permitted land package targeting naturally occurring, emissions-free hydrogen accumulations in the earth’s subsurface.

MAX Power plans to commence Canada’s first dedicated deep drilling program for natural hydrogen in November 2025, starting on the 200-km-long Genesis Trend in southern Saskatchewan, with the goal of converting a discovery into the world’s first commercial natural hydrogen venture in 2026.

Backed by institutional partnerships and a highly experienced technical team, MAX Power continues to build a globally recognized brand in the natural hydrogen sector. Its massive land package in Saskatchewan currently comprises 1.3 million permitted acres with another 5.7 million acres under application.

Saskatchewan, a jurisdiction recognized for its supportive regulatory environment and clean energy innovation, features North America’s most advanced policy framework for the exploration and development of natural hydrogen. The province is also known for its spectacular resource endowment as the world’s leading potash provider, the top high-grade uranium producer in the world, and Canada’s second-largest oil producer. Saskatchewan is also Canada’s leader in helium production, geothermal energy and carbon capture.

The company’s head offices are in Saskatchewan’s two largest cities, Saskatoon and Regina.

Projects

Natural Hydrogen (Saskatchewan)

MAX Power holds multiple large land packages across Saskatchewan prospective for deposits of natural hydrogen, highlighted by the 200-km-long Genesis Trend and the 75-km-wide Grasslands Project.

Genesis features easy road, rail and power access and a proposed hydrogen hub on its eastern side where there is an abundance of potential end-users for natural hydrogen. Drilling is set to begin in early November 2025 at the Lawson target situated in the heart of Genesis. Canada’s first deep well for natural hydrogen is specifically designed to test a complete five-element hydrogen system interpreted to exist at Lawson: source rocks, migration pathways, reservoirs, seals, and traps. Data from vintage and proprietary 2D seismic, gravity and magnetic surveys, and subsurface mapping, among other geological and geophysical information, support the prospectivity of Lawson which lies adjacent to an extensive regional “Salt Barrier” offering excellent seal and trap conditions.

The Genesis Trend’s scalability is further demonstrated by the recent identification of the Lucky Lake target, approximately 50 km northwest of Lawson and one of at least 20 Lawson “look-a-likes” that is being investigated along the trend. Early interpretation suggests serpentinized rocks and structural features favorable for hydrogen generation exist at Lucky Lake.

At Grasslands, geologists are excited about a broad area in the vicinity of a well (“Climax”) near the U.S. border that was drilled a few years ago and inadvertently resulted in Canada’s first known deep subsurface occurrence of natural hydrogen, associated with a rare rock assemblage geologists refer to as “exotic terrane”. Permits covering an area stretching 75 km east-west and up to 10 km north-south were acquired by MAX Power next to this discovery, amplifying the company’s first-mover advantage. Adjacent to three sides of Grasslands are producing helium wells owned by privately-held North American Helium, demonstrating that this under-explored area of the province is highly prospective for clean gas. Drilling of a target at Grasslands is expected during Q1 2026.

Other MAX Power land packages are Rider 1, 2 and 3 in the southeast part of the province, and Choiceland in the north-central part of the province.

To enhance scientific rigor and accelerate development, MAX Power has established a multi-year strategic collaboration with the Petroleum Technology Research Centre (PTRC), a globally recognized leader in subsurface energy research based in Regina, Saskatchewan. This partnership complements the company’s relocation to Innovation Saskatchewan’s R+T Parks in Saskatoon and Regina, placing its technical and executive teams at the heart of the province’s academic, regulatory, and infrastructure ecosystem.

Critical Minerals

MAX Power’s other key asset is its Wilcox Lithium Project in mining-friendly Cochise County in southeast Arizona where first-ever diamond drilling in late 2023/early 2024 confirmed the discovery of near-surface lithium-rich clays over a broad area of the Willcox Playa. MAX Power’s property occurs within a nearly 4,000-acre corridor adjacent to U.S. Department of Defense land, and benefits from direct access through roads, rail and power infrastructure. The discovery was made just as lithium entered its final price downturn and is now being intensely revisited by the company in light of the turnaround in lithium and an emphasis on critical mineral resource development in the United States under the Trump administration.

Market Opportunity

According to company materials, the global hydrogen market is valued at approximately $250 billion and is expected to surpass $400 billion by 2030. Supporting this outlook, a study published in Science Advances (Dec. 2024) estimates that in-place natural hydrogen resources could meet global net-zero carbon goals for roughly 200 years. Closer to home, a feasibility study by the Transition Accelerator (April 2024) projects that the Regina-Moose Jaw Industrial Corridor (RMJIC) in Saskatchewan could support a C$708 million annual hydrogen market, with province-wide demand reaching as high as C$2.7 billion per year.

These projections underscore a compelling opportunity to establish a new energy economy centered around natural hydrogen—a low-cost, low-emission, and potentially naturally replenishing resource. MAX Power is well-positioned to lead this effort with proximity to infrastructure, favorable geology, and increasing institutional support.

Leadership Team

Mansoor Jan, CEO, brings more than two decades of international experience across mining operations, capital markets, and business development. He has held senior positions at BHP Australia, BHP Chile, and Rio Tinto, where he was responsible for advancing cross-border projects, driving mine optimization, and leading technology delivery across major jurisdictions. Mr. Jan holds a BA and MSc in Economics and a Master of Commerce from the University of New South Wales in Australia.

Neil McMillan, Director and Chair of the Audit Committee, is the former Chairman of the Board of Cameco, the world’s largest publicly traded uranium company. Mr. McMillan served on Cameco’s board for 16 years and is highly regarded within and outside the province for his decades of success there. He previously led Claude Resources as President and CEO, paving the way for its development into Saskatchewan’s only profitable gold miner which was bought out for more than $300 million by Silver Standard Resources in 2014.

Steve Halabura, Chief Geoscientist, has decades of successful experience in the province’s resource sector including a deep understanding of the geological controls on the accumulation of hydrogen, helium, and other industrial gases. He was also instrumental in the early formative stages of the only two Saskatchewan greenfield potash mines to come into existence in the 21st century, these being BHP’s Jansen Project and K+S’s Bethune mine. Jansen is the largest private investment ($14 billion) in Saskatchewan history and is located northeast of MAX Power’s Genesis Trend.

Tom Kishchuk, MAX Power’s Senior Strategic Advisor for Natural Hydrogen Development, is CEO for the Saskatchewan-based Global Institute for Energy, Mines and Society (GIEMS). He has over three decades of technical and business leadership in national and global organizations focused on the energy sector.

Investment Considerations
  • First Mover Advantage: MAX Power is leading North America’s emerging natural hydrogen sector, controlling the largest permitted land position highlighted by Saskatchewan’s highly prospective Genesis Trend.
  • Historic Milestone Ahead: The company plans to drill Canada’s first dedicated natural hydrogen well in November 2025, targeting what could become the world’s first commercial-scale discovery of this clean, emissions-free energy source.
  • Global Validation and Aligned Capital: Backed by a C$5 million investment from a major Southeast Asian energy group, support from billionaire investor Eric Sprott, and partnerships with PTRC and Innovation Saskatchewan, MAX Power combines world-class credibility with long-term financial strength.
  • Generational Opportunity: With first-mover status, institutional backing, and scalable geology, MAX Power is positioned to anchor a new era of clean, reliable energy for North America’s industrial and digital future.
  • Strategic U.S. Presence: MAX Power’s Willcox Lithium Project in Arizona, bordering U.S. Department of Defense–controlled lands, strengthens its position in critical minerals vital to U.S. energy security.
  • Abundant Affordable Clean Energy: Natural hydrogen offers a low-cost, non-intermittent baseload power source, aligning perfectly with the climate mandates and surging energy needs of AI data centers, ammonia producers and industries across North America.
  • MAX Power is focused on advancing North America’s energy security and the shift to scalable, low-emission energy sources like natural hydrogen. Its strategy emphasizes responsible exploration, efficient development, and alignment with emerging clean energy demand. Through disciplined execution, the company aims to build lasting value across energy and industrial markets.

MAX Power Mining Corp. (OTC: MAXXF), closed Friday's trading session at $0.7705, up 15%, on 274,299 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 1,190,240 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.105/$0.777.

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