OptimumBank Holdings Inc. (NYSE American: OPHC)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight OptimumBank Holdings Inc. (NYSE American: OPHC).

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Program highlights OptimumBank's disciplined, relationship-driven lending model and business-owner-focused approach.

The bank continues to position itself as a community-focused institution built around personalized service and local decision-making.

OptimumBank Holdings (NYSE American: OPHC) , a community and business bank based in Florida, has announced a limited-time owner-occupied commercial real estate ("CRE") financing promotion for the first quarter of 2026, offering competitive pricing aimed at small and mid-sized businesses seeking to purchase or refinance owner-occupied properties.

OptimumBank Holdings Inc. (NYSE American: OPHC) is a single bank holding company that owns 100% of OptimumBank, a community bank headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. OptimumBank offers relationship-driven banking available in person, by phone, and online, serving both local and international clients by offering an alternative to the high fees and impersonal service of larger institutions. Its expertise in real estate and commercial lending has made it a preferred partner for borrowers seeking knowledgeable, accessible financial support.

Driven by disciplined execution and a commitment to local relationships, OptimumBank has experienced substantial organic growth, positioning itself as one of the fastest-growing community banks in the region. The company has surpassed $1 billion in total assets and remains focused on scaling efficiently, maintaining sound credit quality, and delivering strong returns for shareholders.

Looking ahead, the bank is embracing technology modernization while remaining grounded in the principles of relationship-based banking. A new open-architecture core platform, targeted loan expansion, and sustained deposit growth are key pillars of its forward strategy.

Products

OptimumBank offers a full suite of business and personal banking solutions, including Business Banking, Business Lending, SBA Lending Solutions, Treasury Management, and Personal Banking. Its lending focus includes commercial real estate, multifamily, construction, residential, and consumer loans.

The bank achieved Preferred Lender status with the Small Business Administration in just over two years—an uncommon accomplishment—and rapidly scaled its SBA lending operations from zero in record time. Its treasury services and deposit products are supported by a stable core funding base, with a growing percentage of noninterest-bearing demand deposits.

In late 2025, OptimumBank is rolling out a next-generation core banking platform with API-based architecture, enabling paperless processing, streamlined onboarding, and enhanced treasury management tools.

OptimumBank is deeply engaged in the community, providing support to organizations such as Habitat for Humanity of Broward, along with schools, synagogues, and many other nonprofits that are important to its customers and neighbors.

Market Opportunity

The U.S. community banking sector represents a multi-trillion-dollar opportunity, especially in underserved regions where local institutions continue to consolidate. South Florida’s real estate market and growing population create robust demand for personalized commercial lending, construction loans, and deposit services.

According to Mordor Intelligence, the U.S. commercial banking market is expected to grow from $732.5 billion in 2025 to $915.45 billion by 2030, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.56%. Within this landscape, OptimumBank is well-positioned to benefit from regional consolidation and rising customer dissatisfaction with national banks.

OptimumBank’s continued investments in talent, technology, and compliance infrastructure ensure scalability as it targets its next major milestone: becoming a top 200 publicly traded bank in the United States. The bank has maintained a track record of net recoveries in recent years, with no loan losses in over seven years and no defaults in its current loan portfolio. In addition, OptimumBank has near-zero exposure to long-dated, low-yield bonds, avoiding the balance sheet drag that has pressured many regional peers.

Leadership Team

Moishe Gubin, Chairman of OptimumBank Holdings, has been a director since 2010. He is also the CEO of Strawberry Fields REIT and previously served as CFO of Infinity Healthcare Management. Gubin is a licensed CPA in New York and the founder of the Midwest Torah Center.

Timothy Terry, President and CEO, has led OptimumBank since 2013 and has over 35 years of banking experience. He previously held senior roles at Enterprise Bank of Florida and other financial institutions, with a background in lending, branch administration, and sales.

Elliot Nunez, EVP and CFO, joined the bank in 2020. He previously served as CFO for Brickell Bank and Mellon United National Bank and worked at KPMG. Nunez is a licensed CPA and Chartered Global Management Accountant.

OptimumBank Holdings Inc. (NYSE American: OPHC), closed Monday's trading session at $4.8, up 0.2087683%, on 6,202 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 28,673 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $3.53/$4.85.

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Micropolis Holding Co. (NYSE American: MCRP)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Micropolis Holding Co. (NYSE American: MCRP).

Micropolis AI Robotics (NYSE American: MCRP) , a pioneer in unmanned ground vehicles and AI-driven security solutions, announced the official reveal of its Autonomous Logistics Platform during the UMEX 2026 exhibition in Abu Dhabi, showcased on the stand of EDGE Group. The fully autonomous, heavy-duty industrial logistics robot is built on Micropolis' M01 platform and is designed for controlled industrial environments, including manufacturing facilities, industrial zones, and logistics corridors. The platform supports payloads of 4–5 tons, operates on a 400V high-voltage battery architecture with 12–18 hours of endurance, and runs on the company's proprietary Rule-Based Community Autonomous System. Integrated with Micropolis Mission Planner, STEERAI Fleet Management System, and warehouse management systems, the solution enables end-to-end autonomous logistics for factory-to-factory transport, secured industrial operations, and high-frequency, round-the-clock material movement.

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

Micropolis Holding Co. (NYSE American: MCRP) is a robotics and AI technology company pioneering the development of unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), autonomous mobility platforms, and smart infrastructure for security, industrial, and urban applications. Since its founding in 2014, the company has evolved from a software startup into a fully integrated robotics manufacturer with expertise spanning mechatronics, embedded systems, AI software, and high-level autonomy. Its core technology is centered on modularity and adaptability, enabling Micropolis to deploy scalable robotics solutions across a wide range of industries and environments.

The company’s mission is rooted in a vision of harmonious human-machine collaboration, where intelligent automation drives sustainable progress. Through a growing portfolio of partnerships with public and private sector clients, including defense agencies, municipalities, and industrial operators, Micropolis aims to transform how the world approaches mobility, surveillance, and operational efficiency. These solutions are engineered not just to automate tasks, but to meaningfully enhance safety, sustainability, and strategic readiness in high-impact environments.

Following its initial public offering on the NYSE American in March 2025, Micropolis has accelerated the rollout of its autonomous platforms through regional pilots, strategic agreements, and ongoing R&D efforts.

The company is headquartered in Dubai, UAE.

Products

Micropolis offers a robust portfolio of autonomous robotics platforms, control systems, and AI software designed to meet the complex needs of security, industrial, and smart city applications.

M-Platform

Micropolis’ core robotics architecture is built around the M-Platform, a modular autonomous system composed of two primary components: a Mobility-Specific Platform (MSP) and an Application-Specific Pod (ASP). The MSP includes drive-by-wire and steer-by-wire systems, a custom suspension framework, and integrated power storage, all designed for durability and maneuverability in both urban and off-road environments. These platforms are compatible with a wide range of ASPs, enabling the same robotic base to be rapidly reconfigured for use cases in law enforcement, logistics, environmental cleanup, or public safety.

Advanced features across the platform include autonomous driving software, centralized control units, and AI-enhanced power management. Supporting technologies such as the Micropolis Robotic Control Unit (MRCU) and Smart Power Distribution Unit (SPDU) ensure high reliability, energy efficiency, and seamless integration with third-party systems. A compact mechanical design, high-precision control, and in-house R&D allow for scalable customization to match industry-specific requirements.

M-Patrol

The M-Patrol series includes specialized autonomous security and policing robots developed in collaboration with Dubai Police and other governmental entities. The M01 Patrol Unit is designed for open-road deployment, with speeds of 40–47 km/h and features like 360-degree AI vision, license plate recognition, crowd monitoring, and autonomous navigation. It is suited for high-traffic environments where rapid mobility and broad coverage are required.

The M02 Patrol Unit is built for enclosed or pedestrian-rich settings such as gated communities, offering a top speed of 7–10 km/h. It delivers low-speed, high-precision surveillance while maintaining safety in public-facing operations. In August 2025, Micropolis launched the final testing phase of the M02 platform in partnership with Dubai Expo City, Transguard Group, and Dubai Police. This pilot focused on validating advanced features including facial recognition, suspect tracking, behavior analysis, and autonomous navigation. Like the M01, the M02 is compatible with Micropolis’ proprietary command systems and can operate autonomously or under remote supervision.

Microspot

Microspot is Micropolis’ proprietary AI surveillance and analytics engine integrated into its robotic platforms. Initially co-developed with Dubai Police, Microspot enables real-time behavior analysis, facial recognition, and license plate detection through edge computing and machine learning algorithms. It is optimized for public safety use cases where rapid threat identification and decentralized processing are critical.

Micropolis’ recent agreement with AERXIO grants exclusive distribution rights of the company’s “Patrol” system, powered by Microspot, across Egypt and North Africa. This variant is engineered for border and desert operations, featuring a top speed of 50 km/h, a 15-hour runtime, and rapid charging capabilities. The integration of Microspot technology into these units allows for scalable deployment in both civilian and defense-oriented surveillance infrastructure.

Market Opportunity

Micropolis is strategically positioned to serve the growing demand for autonomous robotics and AI-powered systems across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and beyond. The company’s solutions address operational needs in urban security, logistics, defense, infrastructure, and environmental management—sectors that are undergoing rapid digital transformation in the Middle East.

Government initiatives in the UAE and Saudi Arabia have propelled the robotics and AI markets forward through funding, regulation, and institutional support. The UAE’s Strategy for Artificial Intelligence and Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 have created long-term national frameworks for automation and smart infrastructure adoption. Micropolis’ collaboration with public-sector partners, such as Dubai Police and SEE Holding’s Sustainable City 2.0, is aligned with these policy objectives and reflects growing national demand for autonomous technology.

Leadership Team

Fareed Aljawhari, Founder, Chief Executive Officer & Director, is a seasoned product designer and digital developer with over two decades of experience in Dubai’s digital transformation landscape. He founded Micropolis in 2014 and has led its evolution into a robotics and AI enterprise. He has cultivated strong relationships with government and private entities across the UAE, helping to position the company at the forefront of the region’s technology ecosystem.

Dzmitry Kastahorau, Chief Financial Officer, is a finance executive with international experience across the luxury retail, fashion, and automotive sectors. He holds a master’s degree in international corporate finance from EADA Business School in Barcelona and has previously held senior finance roles at Chalhoub Group, PUIG Spain, and Motherson Automotive in Germany.

Micropolis Holding Co. (NYSE American: MCRP), closed Monday's trading session at $3.26, up 13.1944%, on 512,531 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 286,049 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.6882/$5.64.

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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).

This article has been disseminated on behalf of Canamera Energy Metals Corp. and may include paid advertising.

Canamera Energy Metals (CSE: EMET) (OTCQB: EMETF) (FSE: 4LF0) reported it has received over-limit assay results from American Assay Laboratories for rock samples collected during its prospecting program at the Iron Hills Project in Gunnison County, Colorado, with follow-up sodium peroxide fusion analysis returning quantitative values for cerium, neodymium and yttrium. Five of 48 samples exceeded initial detection limits, with Sample 47 returning the highest total rare earth oxide value of 6,557 ppm or 0.66% TREO including 2,336 ppm neodymium, and Sample 09 returning the highest heavy rare earth oxide value of 2,841 ppm driven by 1,305 ppm yttrium. With these updated results, six samples now exceed 3,000 ppm or 0.3% TREO, providing defined targets for follow-up work as the company evaluates additional sampling and analytical programs and reviews options for an airborne magnetics, radiometrics and EM survey to assess the potential for rare earth element mineralization at Iron Hills.

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

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.

Canamera Energy Metals Corp. (OTCQB: EMETF), closed Monday's trading session at $0.8795, up 9.3905%, on 1,003,879 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 1,637,270 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.279/$0.94.

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

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

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LaFleur Minerals (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) (FSE: 3WK0) was featured in a NetworkNewsAudio audio press release titled "From Permits to Pouring Gold: The Power of Being Production-Ready," which discusses how near-term and producing gold companies may benefit amid record gold prices and bullish long-term forecasts. The editorial highlights LaFleur's strategy of utilizing its fully permitted Beacon Gold Mill to process mineralized material from its Swanson Gold Project, creating a vertically integrated and potentially lower-cost production model that reduces reliance on third-party infrastructure and permitting delays. With gold prices reaching historic highs and analysts projecting continued strength driven by macroeconomic uncertainty, central bank demand and safe-haven buying, the commentary positions LaFleur as a company focused on operational readiness and margin expansion in a well-established gold district. The content is editorial in nature and does not represent material news, partnerships or investment advice.

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

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.

LaFleur Minerals Inc. (OTCQB: LFLRF), closed Monday's trading session at $0.445, up 26.0373%, on 978,185 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.

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AI Maverick Intel Inc. (OTC: AIMV)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight AI Maverick Intel Inc. (OTC: AIMV).

Companies around the world are moving fast to adopt artificial intelligence, even as clear financial returns remain hard to prove. In 2026, AI is no longer seen as a future tool. It is now viewed as a necessary part of staying competitive. Many business leaders believe that falling behind on AI could be more dangerous than investing in it too early, which explains why spending continues to rise despite uncertain results. Most companies are currently experimenting with AI rather than using it at full scale. They are testing chatbots, automation tools, data analysis systems, and decision-support software. While these efforts show promise, they often fail to deliver measurable gains in revenue or meaningful cost savings. Only a small number of organizations can clearly point to AI as the reason for improved financial performance. For many others, the benefits remain indirect or difficult to measure. Despite these challenges, companies continue to invest because they believe AI's long-term potential is too great to ignore. The organizations most likely to succeed are those that move beyond small experiments, build trust, invest in talent, and align AI with clear business goals. Until then, AI spending will keep rising, even as returns remain just out of reach. As many companies struggle to get tangible value from the integration of AI into their operations, a number of agile entities like AI Maverick Intel Inc. (OTC: AIMV) are offering stop-gap solutions that could enable enterprises to see the real value that AI can deliver before taking the step of implementing their own in-house systems. 

AI Maverick Intel Inc. (OTC: AIMV) is a technology-forward company focused on transforming how businesses acquire and engage customers through artificial intelligence. With a growth strategy centered on acquiring revenue-generating businesses, the company leverages its proprietary platform to deliver scalable, automated solutions across key sectors including healthcare, biotech, insurance, and transportation.

The company’s vision is to eliminate friction from the customer acquisition process by replacing traditional, resource-heavy outreach with intelligent, automated engagement. Its mission is to empower organizations to connect with their ideal audiences at high velocity, using real-time insights and personalized communication powered by machine learning.

AI Maverick Intel is committed to creating long-term value through innovation, efficiency, and strategic partnerships that enhance operational performance and accelerate growth.

The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

Platform & Operations

AI Maverick’s proprietary technology powers a fully automated, AI-driven prospecting engine that enables businesses to scale customer acquisition without expanding headcount. In July 2025, the company launched its enhanced platform, capable of managing both transactional and consultative sales engagements with human-like fluency.

Key components include:

• Comprehensive Contact Intelligence – Aggregates millions of structured and unstructured data points to build dynamic profiles highlighting job changes, buying intent, and preferences.
• Context-Aware Messaging – Adaptive language models tailor tone, timing, and delivery channel for each interaction to maximize engagement.
• Autonomous Sales Dialogues – Manages discovery questions, handles objections, and schedules follow-ups, traditionally handled by sales reps.

This solution supports two-way communication across the full sales funnel—from quote generation and renewals to needs analysis and solution recommendations. The platform is designed to accelerate deal flow and reduce acquisition costs, with typical deployments completed in under a day.

AI Maverick’s transition into an AI-first company followed its acquisition of the AI Maverick platform in May 2025 and a formal rebrand later that month. The company’s public identity now aligns with its operational direction, targeting continued growth through platform scale and strategic business combinations.

Market Opportunity

AI Maverick Intel operates within the rapidly growing artificial intelligence in marketing sector, where machine learning is being widely adopted to personalize customer engagement, optimize ad performance, and automate sales interactions. According to Grand View Research, the global AI in marketing market was valued at $20.44 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $82.23 billion by 2030, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25.0% from 2025 to 2030.

This growth is being driven by increased demand for individualized consumer experiences, expanded adoption of social networking platforms, and the continued rise of online shopping. North America currently leads the market with a 32.4% revenue share, while Asia Pacific is expected to see the fastest growth. Key applications include content curation, dynamic ad creation, and real-time audience targeting, which are consistent with the platform’s intended use cases.

As companies across industries prioritize speed, accuracy, and scale in reaching their target audiences, AI Maverick’s automation-first approach positions it to capitalize on a multi-billion-dollar transformation in how modern customer acquisition is executed.

Leadership Team

Wayne Cockburn, Chief Executive Officer, is an experienced business executive with over 25 years of board experience across public and private companies in both the U.S. and Canada. He has held senior leadership roles in healthcare and financial services firms, with past titles including Executive Vice President at MedX Health Corp., Chairman of Niiomed Inc., and President of Pathway Health Corp. He is skilled in M&A, capital markets, governance, and startup development, and holds a bachelor’s degree from York University’s Glendon College.

AI Maverick Intel Inc. (OTC: AIMV), closed Monday's trading session at $0.0284, even for the day. The average volume for the last 3 months is 8,730 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.012/$0.28.

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Numa Numa Resources Inc.

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

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The outlook for copper through 2026 reflects a market in transition, driven by long-term structural growth rather than simple cyclical price swings.

This context of rising demand and constrained supply brings renewed focus to copper-rich regions that have historically lain dormant or been underdeveloped.

Numa Numa Resources' strategy encompasses reconstructing the Panguna Mine while pursuing exploration in other areas.

Global copper demand is accelerating toward 2026 as electrification, infrastructure expansion and critical technological developments strain existing supplies, setting the stage for renewed interest in major copper projects such as those being advanced by Numa Numa Resources in Bougainville. As analysts forecast persistent deficits and structural demand growth for copper, the company's focus on the Panguna Mine and adjacent prospects places it at the heart of discussions about future supply.

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).

Quantum computing is already affecting the cryptocurrency industry in several notable ways, and Bitcoin is increasingly at the center of that shift as investors reassess long-term technological risk. While fully capable quantum machines remain years away, their anticipated arrival is beginning to influence market behavior today, not through broken encryption, but through changing confidence. One signal has been Bitcoin's recent lag behind gold, a divergence that has caught the attention of institutional investors. Some strategists now argue that emerging quantum capabilities introduce a new category of risk that traditional valuation models struggle to price in. That uncertainty is starting to weigh on Bitcoin's appeal as a long-term hedge and portfolio decisions are already reflecting this concern. Some researchers who once dismissed quantum threats now take a more cautious stance. Analysts increasingly acknowledge that while technical solutions exist in theory, deploying them across a decentralized network is a slow and politically complex process. That coordination challenge may be the most immediate way quantum computing is already influencing Bitcoin's market narrative. It would be interesting to hear what tech companies like D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) focused on advancing quantum computing have to say about the growing fears about the likely adverse effects of quantum computing on the crypto industry. 

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 Monday's trading session at $23.75, off by 7.3352%, on 29,293,782 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 38,873,825 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $4.45/$46.75.

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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).

During early trading on Friday, platinum shattered its previous price record and climbed to $2,684 an ounce. This current surge has been fueled by a confluence of factors, chief of which is the ongoing geopolitical turmoil around the world. The current rally of platinum comes in the wake of investor concerns about traditional United States assets, such as Treasuries and stocks, and the overall economic direction of the country. As investors have lost trust in these instruments, there has been a growing shift in which portfolio allocations have moved in favor of hard assets like gold, platinum and silver. The fundamentals of the precious metals' market are also in favor of platinum gaining further ground on global markets. There has been a persistent supply deficit of the metal around the world, and the major producing countries (Russia and South Africa) aren't ramping up production to meet market demand. This situation creates room for further price increases given the fact that industrial demand for platinum is rising in the automotive and renewable energy sectors. As more investors add the precious metal to their portfolios, further strain is being exerted on the already insufficient supplies of platinum. Producers of this metal like Platinum Group Metals Ltd. (NYSE American: PLG) (TSX: PTM) are therefore positioned to see their revenues tick upwards over the coming months, and possibly years, unless there is a major shift in the current mix of factors that have supported platinum's current price rally.

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 Monday's trading session at $3.37, off by 2.8818%, on 16,161,529 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 5,351,057 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.99/$4.04.

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GridAI Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ: GRDX)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight GridAI Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ: GRDX).

GridAI Technologies (NASDAQ: GRDX) , a company operating at the intersection of artificial intelligence and energy infrastructure, announced it has engaged IBN, a multifaceted financial news and publishing company serving private and public entities, to support its corporate communications strategy. Following its acquisition of Grid AI Corp., the company is focused on enabling more flexible, resilient and economically optimized electricity systems through software-driven, real-time coordination of generation, storage and demand that integrates with existing energy hardware. GridAI's platform is designed to help large power users, including AI data center hyperscalers, utilities and energy retailers, manage increasingly volatile electricity loads without extensive new physical infrastructure, positioning the company to address growing system volatility driven by electrification, electric vehicles and AI-powered computing.

To view the full press release, visit https://ibn.fm/HfC3g

GridAI Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ: GRDX) is a company operating at the intersection of artificial intelligence and energy infrastructure following its acquisition of Grid AI Corp. Formerly known as Entero Therapeutics Inc., the company has expanded its corporate scope to include intelligent energy-orchestration solutions designed to address reliability, cost, and sustainability challenges across modern power systems.

GridAI Technologies is focused on enabling more flexible, resilient, and economically optimized electricity systems by coordinating generation, storage, and demand in real time. Its approach centers on software-driven control that integrates with existing hardware, allowing utilities, energy retailers, and large power users to manage increasingly volatile loads associated with electrification, electric vehicles, and AI-driven computing.

In parallel with this expansion, the company continues to advance its legacy life sciences operations developed under Entero Therapeutics, maintaining its clinical-stage gastrointestinal pipeline while pursuing opportunities in AI-enabled energy systems.

The company is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida.

Products and Platform

GridAI Technologies’ primary operations are anchored in the Grid AI energy-orchestration platform, an AI-native software system designed to coordinate distributed energy resources across multiple scales. The platform monitors real-time conditions, including device status, energy prices, weather, and grid signals, calculates optimal operating strategies, and synchronizes assets so they can function collectively as a flexible power resource.

For residential and small-business users, Grid AI enables behind-the-meter orchestration of devices such as electric-vehicle chargers, batteries, HVAC systems, and appliances. This capability supports participation in demand-response programs and helps enable more efficient energy usage and greater alignment with renewable generation.

In commercial and utility environments, the platform manages fleets of distributed energy resources, supporting peak-load reduction, dynamic pricing programs, and market-based dispatch. At the industrial and hyperscale level, Grid AI is designed to support large, energy-intensive campuses, including AI data centers, by orchestrating scalable power environments that integrate grid connections, on-site generation, and storage to support reliability and cost-efficient operations.

Legacy Biopharmaceutical Pipeline

In addition to its Grid AI operations, the company continues to advance the biopharmaceutical assets developed under Entero Therapeutics. These programs focus on targeted, orally delivered, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal diseases.

The pipeline includes latiglutenase, an oral biotherapeutic designed to aid gluten digestion; capeserod, a selective 5-HT4 receptor partial agonist being developed for multiple GI indications; and adrulipase, a recombinant lipase intended to support nutrient absorption in patients with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. All programs remain at the clinical stage and continue alongside the company’s activities in AI and energy infrastructure.

Market Opportunity

GridAI Technologies is positioned within two large and expanding markets: global energy infrastructure and AI-driven data-center development. Industry projections indicate that AI data centers alone are expected to drive more than 50 gigawatts of incremental power demand by 2028, with total AI-related load growth potentially exceeding 200 gigawatts by 2030.

Meeting this demand is expected to require several trillion dollars in new energy and grid infrastructure investment over the coming decade, as utilities contend with aging assets, extended upgrade timelines, and increasing system volatility. These challenges are further amplified by the variable and high-intensity load profiles associated with GPU-based computing, which place new stresses on traditional grid-planning models.

Grid AI’s software-first orchestration approach is designed to help address these constraints by unlocking flexibility from existing assets and enabling faster deployment than large-scale physical infrastructure alone. As hyperscale campuses, electrified transport, and distributed energy resources continue to expand, the need for real-time, AI-driven coordination across generation, storage, and demand represents a significant and growing market opportunity.

Leadership Team

GridAI Technologies is led by an executive team with experience spanning energy infrastructure, grid optimization, and software-based platform development. Leadership is focused on commercializing complex energy technologies, scaling partnerships with utilities and enterprise customers, and supporting deployment across residential, commercial, and hyperscale environments.

The broader management group brings backgrounds in energy markets, distributed energy resources, and technology commercialization, with an emphasis on integrating physical infrastructure with intelligent digital control systems while maintaining continuity across the company’s diversified operations.

GridAI Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ: GRDX), closed Monday's trading session at $3.1, off by 2.9734%, on 148,973 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 156,045 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.9693/$5.84.

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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 ("RWA") tokenization technologies, announced it has executed a memorandum of understanding with St. John's University in Taipei to support the establishment of the RWA International Research Center, scheduled to be inaugurated on the university's campus on Jan. 26, 2026. The collaboration is structured as an academic and applied research initiative focused on advancing standards, education and cross-disciplinary industry-academia cooperation around RWA tokenization, regulatory technology and applied financial innovation. Datavault AI expects to contribute proprietary capabilities, including its Information Data Exchange® (IDE), International Elements Exchange (IEE) and VerifyU® frameworks, to support secure data attribution, governance and compliance-oriented research, with the Center intended to serve as a regional platform for multi-university collaboration in Taiwan and longer-term engagement with international partners in Europe and the United States.

To view the full press release, visit https://ibn.fm/Or92B

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.

Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ: DVLT), closed Monday's trading session at $0.7546, off by 7.5358%, on 52,569,892 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 119,001,982 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.2512/$4.1.

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

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

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Deep Fox's December 2021 resource profile shows higher magnetic REE values than Foxtrot, including 394 ppm Pr and 1,469 ppm Nd in the Indicated category

Foxtrot and Deep Fox sit within Search's 64 km-long Port Hope Simpson–St. Lewis CREE District, which hosts 20+ additional prospects

With deposits near the port of St. Lewis and a pipeline of targets already discovered, Search is building a district-scale rare earth story in a mining-friendly Canadian jurisdiction

Rare earth elements have become a strategic focal point for governments and industry, not because they are "rare," but because economically viable deposits, and reliable supply chains, are. The magnetic rare earths in particular (notably neodymium and praseodymium, along with dysprosium and terbium) are increasingly tied to the hardware of electrification and modern industry. As demand grows, the market is placing a premium on projects that can evolve beyond exploration headlines and toward district-scale development potential, infrastructure alignment, and repeatable discovery. Search Minerals (TSX.V: SMY) (OTC: SHCMF) is one of the companies attempting to earn a place in that conversation, with a 100% interest in the Deep Fox and Foxtrot projects and a broader land position in Labrador that the company calls the Port Hope Simpson–St. Lewis Critical Rare Earth Element ("CREE") District.

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

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

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

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

Projects

Port Hope Simpson – St. Lewis CREE District

Deep Fox

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

Foxtrot

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

Fox Meadow

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

Other Prospects Along the Belt

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

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

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

Red Wine CREE District

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

Market Opportunity

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

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

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

Leadership Team

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

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

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

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

Search Minerals Inc. (OTC: SHCMF), closed Monday's trading session at $0.3322, off by 4.7592%, on 34,868 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 14,720 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.069/$0.6083.

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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) has mobilized a Super 90 track-mounted core drill rig to its flagship Santa Fe Mine Project in Nevada's Walker Lane as part of its ongoing mine development and state-level permitting efforts. The core drilling program is focused on collecting samples for waste rock geochemical characterization and on further defining groundwater distribution in areas proposed for open pit mining, both key components of the permitting process. The company expects the data generated to support its plans for the resumption of open pit mining and heap leach processing at Santa Fe, with the objective of remaining on schedule to break ground at the project in 2027.

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

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.

Lahontan Gold Corp. (OTCQB: LGCXF), closed Monday's trading session at $0.1595, off by 0.3125%, on 2,136,289 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.

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