Strawberry Fields REIT Inc. (NYSE American: STRW)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Strawberry Fields REIT Inc. (NYSE American: STRW).

Strawberry Fields REIT (NYSE AMERICAN: STRW) reported operating results for the year ended Dec. 31, 2025, highlighted by 100% rent collections, FFO of $79.6 million or $1.43 per share and AFFO of $72.5 million or $1.30 per share, up from $60.2 million or $1.15 per share and $55.8 million or $1.07 per share, respectively, in 2024. Net income rose to $33.3 million from $26.5 million and rental income increased to $155.0 million from $117.1 million. During 2025, the company executed a new 10-year Kentucky master lease with $23.3 million in base rent subject to CPI increases, acquired multiple skilled nursing and healthcare facilities across Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma totaling more than 1,200 beds, and issued approximately $89.5 million in Series B bonds on the TASE at a 6.70% fixed rate, positioning the company for continued accretive growth in 2026, according to Chairman and CEO Moishe Gubin.

To view the full press release, visit https://ibn.fm/wR6ME

Strawberry Fields REIT Inc. (NYSE American: STRW) is a self-administered real estate investment trust engaged in the ownership, acquisition, development, and leasing of skilled nursing and other healthcare-related properties. Initially spun out in 2015 with a 33-property portfolio in Indiana and Illinois, the company has steadily expanded its footprint and now owns and leases across 10 states. Its facilities are leased to experienced third-party operators, primarily under long-term triple-net agreements.

The company’s disciplined strategy emphasizes working with regional operators and experienced consultants, focusing on markets where demographic tailwinds and regulatory barriers support long-term demand. From 2020 through projected 2025, the company achieved compound annual growth rates of 13.6% in Adjusted Funds From Operations (AFFO) and 13.5% in Adjusted EBITDA (AEBITDA).

In August 2025, the board of directors approved a 14.3% increase in the company’s quarterly dividend to $0.16 per share. Chairman and CEO Moishe Gubin stated that the dividend increase reflects the company’s strong performance and sustainable outlook, while still keeping the payout ratio below 50%.

Strawberry Fields REIT is headquartered in South Bend, Indiana.

Portfolio

As of September 2025, Strawberry Fields REIT owns and holds long-term leasehold interests in 142 healthcare facilities totaling more than 15,500 licensed beds. The portfolio includes 130 skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), 10 assisted living facilities (ALFs), and two long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs), with properties located in Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas.

In recent months, Strawberry Fields REIT has expanded its portfolio through the following acquisitions:

• Nine skilled nursing facilities in Missouri totaling 686 beds for $59 million. Eight of the facilities were added to an existing master lease with the Tide Group, increasing annual base rent by $5.5 million, while the ninth facility was added to Reliant Care Group’s lease, raising rent by an additional $0.6 million.
• An 80-bed skilled nursing facility near Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, for $4.25 million, which was leased to a current operator under a master lease with $425,000 of initial rents and 3% annual escalations.
• A 124-bed facility comprised of 108 skilled nursing beds and 16 assisted living beds near Poplar Bluff, Missouri, for $5.3 million, which was leased to a current operator under a master lease with $530,000of initial rents and 3% annual escalations.

Market Opportunity

Strawberry Fields REIT operates in the skilled nursing and post-acute healthcare real estate sector, which is supported by favorable demographic and regulatory trends. The U.S. population aged 65 and older is expected to exceed 72 million by 2030 and reach 88.5 million by 2050. According to the CDC, 83.5% of skilled nursing facility residents are 65 or older.

The sector benefits from high barriers to entry, including regulatory constraints, capital requirements, and operational complexity. At the same time, government programs such as Medicare and Medicaid provide a stable reimbursement base. The company noted that despite challenges, its operators have demonstrated consistent profitability in states that are traditionally considered difficult for SNF operators.

Spending on SNF care for the aging population is projected to grow from $181.6 billion in 2021 to $273 billion in 2030, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 4.63%. Strawberry Fields REIT’s geographic clustering strategy and long-term lease structure position it to benefit from this increasing demand and constrained supply.

Leadership Team

Moishe Gubin, Chairman, CEO, and Founder, has served as CEO since the company’s inception and was involved in every acquisition. He previously served as CFO and manager of Infinity Healthcare Management and is a licensed CPA in New York.

Jeffrey Bajtner, Chief Investment Officer and Chief Operating Officer, joined the company in 2021. He oversees acquisitions, dispositions, and investor relations. Previously, he held leadership roles at BlitzLake Partners and NorthStar Realty Finance. He is a licensed CPA in Illinois.

Greg Flamion, Chief Financial Officer, joined in January 2024. He was formerly CFO at Zimmerman Advertising and has held senior finance roles at Diageo and Bristol Myers Squibb. He holds an MBA from the University of Florida and is a CPA licensed in Indiana.

Steven Greenfield, General Counsel, joined in April 2025. He previously served as Managing Attorney at HammondLaw and held executive and legal positions at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP and Mayer Brown LLP, focusing on tax and securities law.

Strawberry Fields REIT Inc. (NYSE American: STRW), closed Friday's trading session at $13.03, up 3.004%, on 16,361 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 32,679,543 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $4.45/$46.75.

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ParaZero Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: PRZO)

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

ParaZero Technologies (NASDAQ: PRZO) , an aerospace defense company focused on autonomous solutions for manned and unmanned aerial systems, announced it has received an additional order from a second branch of an Israeli defense entity for its DefendAir(TM) multi-layered counter-UAS solution. The order follows an earlier successful deployment and includes specialized high-precision net launchers for urban and field use, interception pods compatible with handheld, stationary and drone-mounted configurations, and a comprehensive training package featuring simulation-based and live-fire modules. The company said recent demonstrations achieved 100% interception rates against high-speed threats, including FPV drones and heavy-lift platforms, highlighting DefendAir’s non-explosive, patent-protected net-based interception technology as a cost-effective alternative to traditional counter-drone systems.

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

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

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

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

The company is headquartered in Kfar Saba, Israel.

DefendAir

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

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

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

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

DropAir

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

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

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

Market Opportunity

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

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

Leadership Team

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

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

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

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ParaZero Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: PRZO), closed Friday's trading session at $1.17, up 1.7391%, on 970,547 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 88,570 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $5.06/$13.5674.

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

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

Global mining companies are reshaping their portfolios as electrification accelerates and demand for energy-transition metals intensifies. Rather than maintaining broad commodity exposure, many producers are increasingly prioritizing materials that are critical to decarbonization. Copper, in particular, has moved to the forefront of this strategic repositioning, reflecting a wider industry pivot toward resources aligned with long-term structural demand trends. This shift is clearly illustrated by BHP’s recent performance as the world’s biggest miner. In its latest report, the miner revealed that copper operations contributed 51% of its underlying EBITDA, marking the first time the metal has become the largest earnings source within its diversified portfolio. This copper corridor in South Australia has also strengthened its role as a key production center, with the global miner recording a 2% increase in output during the reporting period. This result highlights the operation’s resilience and its ability to drive continuous efficiency improvements across integrated mining and processing assets. Over the long-term, Olympic Dam is expected to deliver meaningful additional value through a series of brownfield expansion initiatives. These opportunities allow for phased increases in production capacity without the substantial capital outlays typically associated with new greenfield developments, thereby limiting both financial exposure and execution risk. This structured, incremental growth strategy ensures operational stability is maintained while steadily enhancing overall output potential. The model that BHP is running has been decades in the making, and junior mining industry players like MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX) (OTC: MAXXF) could find a few tactics that they can implement to boost their staying power over the long term. 

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

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

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

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

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

Projects

Natural Hydrogen (Saskatchewan)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Critical Minerals

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

Market Opportunity

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

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

Leadership Team

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

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

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

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

MAX Power Mining Corp. (OTC: MAXXF), closed Friday's trading session at $0.88, up 3.5294%, on 39,117 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 1,188,037 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.6202/$8.4.

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

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

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• ESGold Corp., a development-stage company committed to the acquisition, exploration, and development of high-quality mineral properties worldwide, just announced the appointment of Galen Carson to its Advisory Board
• Mr. Carson will support ESGold across strategic planning, long-term value positioning, and capital markets engagement
• It follows the recent addition of 144 mining claims to its Montauban project, which brought the total claims to 417
• The acquisition of these additional claims marked a critical inflection point for ESGold, with Mr. Carson’s appointment serving as a testament to the company’s ambition and its commitment to realizing them

ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) , a development-stage company committed to acquiring, exploring, and developing high-quality mineral properties worldwide, just announced the appointment of Galen Carson to its Advisory Board. In his capacity, Mr. Carson will support ESGold across strategic planning, long-term value positioning, and capital markets engagement, particularly as the company advances towards near-term gold and silver production for 2026 ( https://ibn.fm/jtLrC ).

ESGold (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) has commenced a second-phase Ambient Noise Tomography survey covering approximately 70 km2 at its Montauban Gold-Silver Project in Québec, marking the largest geological investigation in the property’s 110-year history. The program represents a seven-fold expansion of the company’s initial 10 km2 ANT survey completed in 2025, which supported development of an integrated 3D geological model imaging mineralized architecture to approximately 900 metres in depth and outlining at least two kilometres of strike length that remained open at the survey boundaries. Results from the expanded survey are expected to refine high-priority step-out drill targets and guide a focused spring 2026 drilling program aimed at evaluating the broader district-scale volcanogenic massive sulphide potential at Montauban.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Montauban Gold-Silver Project: Production Imminent

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

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

Parallels Between Broken Hill & Montauban

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

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

Exploration Upside

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

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

Scalable, Replicable, Clean Mining

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

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

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

Market Opportunity

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

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

Leadership Team

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

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

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

ESGold Corp. (OTCQB: ESAUF), closed Friday's trading session at $0.4734, up 4.044%, on 172,732 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 688,587 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.54/$4.

Recent News

• ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) - ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) Bolsters Its Leadership with Galen Carson's Appointment; On Track for First Gold and Silver Production in 2026
• MiningNewsBreaks - ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) Launches Expanded 70 km2 ANT Survey at Montauban Project
• MiningNewsBreaks - ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) Appoints Galen Carson to Advisory Board

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

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

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Canamera Energy Metals (CSE: EMET) (OTCQB: EMETF) , a rare earth and critical metals exploration company, entered into an option agreement to acquire up to a 90% total interest in the Great Divide Basin uranium project in Wyoming. “The project comprises 104 unpatented mining claims that cover around 2,080 acres in the Great Divide Basin region in Wyoming, which is an area known for producing uranium. This acquisition is the company’s entry into the uranium exploration market in the USA,” reads a recent article. “The Great Divide Basin represents an attractive opportunity to expand our critical minerals focus into uranium,” Canamera CEO Brad Brodeur was quoted as saying. “With historical drilling, roll-front mineralization and proximity to advanced-stage projects in the district, GDB provides a strong foundation for systematic exploration.”

To view the full article, visit https://ibn.fm/DQR4j

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 Friday's trading session at $0.44, up 4.3396%, on 93,656 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 675,406 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.825/$96.

Recent News

• Canamera Energy Metals Corp. (CSE: EMET) (OTCQB: EMETF) - MiningNewsBreaks - Canamera Energy Metals Corp. (CSE: EMET) (OTCQB: EMETF) Broadens Critical Minerals Focus with Wyoming Uranium Project
• RockBreaks - Canamera Energy Metals Corp. (CSE: EMET) (OTCQB: EMETF) (FSE: 4LF0) Options Waterslide Uranium and Rare Earth Project in Ontario
• MiningNewsBreaks - Canamera Energy Metals Corp. (CSE: EMET) (OTCQB: EMETF) (FSE: 4LF0) Engages Dr. Reuter Resources for Investor Relations Services

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 recently reported initial assays from Lahontan’s maiden reverse-circulation drilling at the company’s satellite West Santa Fe project
• Management’s commentary explicitly tied the drilling to an investor-relevant milestone: Validating the historical database for future resource estimation work
• The company has also retained RESPEC Company LLC and Kappes, Cassiday & Associates to update the Santa Fe Mine Project technical report

Repeatable, shallow oxide drill success and a clear path to updated economics can be the combination that moves a gold developer from story to strategy for investors. Recent updates from Lahontan Gold (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) regarding activity at its Santa Fe project center on exactly that: new near-surface results that support potential resource growth, and the start of a formal update process for the project’s mineral resource estimate and  preliminary economic assessment (“PEA”).

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 Friday's trading session at $0.2345, up 23.6162%, on 3,015,627 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 492,080 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.105/$0.8791.

Recent News

• Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) - Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) Highlights Santa Fe Upside as Drilling, PEA Update Begins
• RockBreaks - Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSXV: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) Reports Additional Oxide Gold and Silver Intercepts at West Santa Fe
• MiningNewsBreaks - Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) Reports Additional High-Grade Drill Results at West Santa Fe

Forward Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: FWDI)

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

Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI) was featured in a recent article that discussed its continued efforts to compile a large-scale Solana treasury. “The strategy for FWDI centers on not only acquiring more SOL, but also actively participating within the ecosystem by deploying assets in opportunities like staking, lending, and DeFi,” the publication reads. “The company has developed and is applying a rigorous institutional risk management framework, using capital markets to scale SOL holdings, and partnering with other Solana-aligned businesses… Since the inception of the company’s treasury strategy, it has acquired more than 6.9 million SOL, and the company’s validator infrastructure has generated between 6.82% and 7.01% annual percentage yield (‘APY’) before fees, outperforming many top peer validators.”

To view the full article, visit https://ibn.fm/HvZU8

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

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

Forward Industries is headquartered in New York.

Solana Treasury Operations

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

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

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

Market Opportunity

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

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

Leadership Team

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

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

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

Forward Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: FWDI), closed Friday's trading session at $4.52, even for the day, on 476,780 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 58,280,054 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.2512/$4.1.

Recent News

• Forward Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: FWDI) - InvestorNewsBreaks - Forward Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: FWDI) Deploying SOL Across Staking, Lending and DeFi Opportunities
• Forward Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: FWDI) Announces Fiscal First Quarter 2026 Financial and Operational Results, and an Update on the SOL Treasury Strategy
• CryptoNewsBreaks - Forward Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: FWDI) Reports Q1 Fiscal 2026 Results, Details SOL Treasury Expansion

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS)

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

India this week opened the doors to one of its largest tech gatherings to date as political leaders and industry executives convened in New Delhi for a five-day summit focused on AI. The event places pressing questions at the center of discussion, including child safety and job disruption. Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the AI Impact Summit, describing it as a sign of India’s growing strength in science and innovation. In a message posted on X, he said the gathering reflects the energy and capability of India’s young population and highlights the nation’s rapid technological progress. The summit series has expanded significantly since its first gathering in late 2023 in the UK, where representatives from 28 countries and the EU met to discuss safety concerns linked to emerging AI systems. Analysts say this year’s discussions are expected to focus on setting reasonable limits without stifling innovation, along with possible announcements of increased public investment. Even so, observers note that India will need strong international partnerships if it hopes to play a leading role in shaping the global AI landscape. While attention during this summit will focus on AI, many attendees are likely to be thinking about the next disruptive wave that is going to come from quantum computing where entities like D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) are investing heavily and are registering significant progress. 

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

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

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

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

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

Advantage™ Quantum Computer

 

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

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

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

Leap Quantum Cloud Service

 

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

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

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

D-Wave Launch

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

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

Target Verticals

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

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

Market Opportunity

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

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

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

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

Leadership Team

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

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

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS), closed Friday's trading session at $18.06, off by 6.8111%, on 26,616,365 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 320,140 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.3443/$1.98.

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Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI)

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

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI) announced it has been awarded a subcontract agreement to supply AI processing systems to the U.S. Government under a subcontract issued by a prime contractor. Internal development and low rate initial production supporting the award were funded through strategic investments from ONDAS Inc. (NASDAQ: ONDS) and Unusual Machines Inc. (NYSE: UMAC). The effort is sponsored by the U.S. Government under 10 U.S.C. 4023, and the company noted that the views expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent official policies or endorsements of the U.S. Government.

To view the full press release, visit https://ibn.fm/emt8a

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI) has been awarded a subcontract from a U.S. government prime contractor to supply AI-powered edge processing systems designed for defense and security applications. The award establishes a pathway for deploying real-time intelligence solutions capable of operating at the tactical edge, where connectivity may be limited and rapid decision-making is critical. Internal development and low-rate initial production supporting the subcontract were funded through strategic investments from ONDAS Inc. (NASDAQ: ONDS) and Unusual Machines Inc. (NYSE: UMAC), underscoring growing industry collaboration around AI-enabled defense technologies. Safe Pro Group is advancing AI-enabled edge technologies designed to bring real-time intelligence directly to field operations. The company’s systems integrate machine learning and computer vision into compact processing platforms capable of analyzing drone and sensor data at the source, enabling faster threat detection and decision support without reliance on centralized cloud connectivity. By moving from development into low-rate initial production, Safe Pro is positioning its technology for broader deployment across government programs that require resilient, autonomous situational awareness capabilities in dynamic and contested environments.

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

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

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

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

The company is headquartered in Aventura, Florida.

Products

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

Safe Pro AI

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

Airborne Response

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

Safe-Pro USA

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

Market Opportunity

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

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

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

Leadership Team

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

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

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

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

Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI), closed Friday's trading session at $3.76, off by 12.3543%, on 3,521,092 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 897,970 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.0053/$0.114.

Recent News

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Beeline Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: BLNE)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Beeline Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: BLNE).

Beeline Holdings (NASDAQ: BLNE) was featured in a recent article that discussed its achievements, priorities and positioning in a new era of mortgage lending. “Beeline Holdings, a rapidly growing digital mortgage platform streamlining the path to homeownership, presented a series of operational and financial milestones from 2025 while setting out the company’s strategic priorities for the year ahead, according to a shareholder letter published by CEO Nick Liuzza on January 15, 2026. The letter provides investors with a detailed view of how the digital mortgage lender is now benefitting from a year of restructuring and platform development… A central theme of the shareholder letter is Beeline’s technology-first operating model. The company relies on a proprietary suite of AI-driven tools designed to automate both customer acquisition and mortgage production. One example highlighted by Liuzza is ‘Bob,’ an AI chat and production bot that the company says generated six times higher lead conversion rates and eight times more mortgage applications than internal benchmarks, without incremental operational cost.”

To view the full article, visit https://ibn.fm/qlv6u

Beeline Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: BLNE) is a technology-forward mortgage and title platform leveraging AI, automation, and intuitive user experiences to simplify home financing. Through wholly owned subsidiary Beeline Loans Inc., the company delivers fast and flexible loan solutions for both primary homebuyers and real estate investors. Beeline has built an end-to-end digital lending ecosystem designed to eliminate friction, reduce costs, and dramatically shorten closing timelines.

Since completing its October 2024 merger with Eastside Distilling, Beeline has solidified its position as a next generation fintech mortgage originator. Its core vision centers on digitizing the mortgage journey with tools like AI chatbot Bob, proprietary production engine Hive, and an expanding SaaS product suite. These innovations enable Beeline to close loans in just 14–21 days—less than half the industry average—while achieving a Net Promoter Score above 80, more than four times higher than the sector benchmark.

Beeline’s mission is to make home loans effortless by giving users instant access to rate quotes, approvals, and document uploads—all online, 24/7. Having surpassed $1 billion in cumulative loan originations and achieved 38% year-over-year growth, Beeline is scaling its platform across the U.S. mortgage and real estate investing landscape.

The company is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island.

Products

Beeline operates a fully digital, AI-enabled loan origination and title ecosystem. Key features include:

• Bob 2.0 – The industry’s first AI mortgage agent, available 24/7/365 to quote rates and pre-approve borrowers; Bob has delivered 6x lead conversion and 8x full application volume compared to traditional loan officers.
• Hive – A task-based processing engine that replaces manual workflows with scalable automation, cutting loan closing times to as little as 14 days.
• BlinkQC – Beeline’s proprietary AI quality control platform that replaces costly third-party reviews.
• Beeline Title – A fully diversified title services unit supporting digital collateral transfer, remote closings, and investor-focused solutions.
• MagicBlocks – A customizable AI sales agent platform developed by Beeline and spun out into its own entity; Beeline retains equity and licensing rights, positioning it to benefit from future growth and deployment of the technology.

The company also provides Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR), bank statement, and conventional mortgage products tailored to investors, including short-term rental operators. Strategic partnerships with Rabbu and Red Awning streamline property analysis, financing, and management within a single ecosystem.

Market Opportunity

The U.S. mortgage market is poised for growth in 2025, with total mortgage origination volume expected to increase by 28% to $2.3 trillion, up from $1.79 trillion in 2024. This projection includes a 13% rise in purchase originations to $1.46 trillion.

Within this expanding market, investor lending, particularly through DSCR loans, represents a rapidly growing segment. DSCR loans, which are underwritten based on the income generated by the property rather than the borrower’s personal income, are ideal for real estate investors, particularly those purchasing long-term or short-term rental properties. Beeline has strategically positioned itself in this niche, with over one-third of its volume derived from DSCR products. Through its affiliate referral network and integrations with platforms like Rabbu, the company is actively expanding its market reach in this high-margin category.

Non-agency mortgage issuance, which includes DSCR loans, is projected to reach $160 billion in 2025, a 16% increase from 2024.

Leadership Team

Nick Liuzza, Chief Executive Officer, co-founded Beeline Mortgage LLC in 2019 after selling Linear Title & Closing and Linear Settlement Services to Real Matters. He also previously built New Age Nurses into a national staffing firm. He currently serves as EVP of Real Matters (TSX: REAL).

Jess Kennedy, Chief Operating Officer, is a co-founder of Beeline with 15 years of legal and real estate experience. She previously served as General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at Beeline and held roles at Solidifi, LeClairRyan, and Edwards Wildman Palmer LLP, handling complex real estate finance and title transactions.

Chris Moe, Chief Financial Officer, joined Beeline in 2023 with over 40 years of finance and investment banking experience. He has held senior roles at Red Cat Holdings (NASDAQ: RCAT), IRIS Therapeutic Devices, and Yates Electrospace Corporation, bringing deep public company and defense sector expertise.

Beeline Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: BLNE), closed Friday's trading session at $2.79, off by 2.7875%, on 546,223 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 22,980 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.012/$0.2499.

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GridAI Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ: GRDX)

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

• With a focus on energy orchestration software rather than grid hardware or power generation, GridAI addresses the immediate need to coordinate and control energy throughout hyperscale AI campuses.
• With rising AI-driven electricity demand rapidly exposing the limits of traditional grid planning cycles, GridAI’s model centers on real-time coordination of existing assets and allows hyperscalers to optimize the design of new infrastructure buildout.
• The company’s platform operates across the entire data center campus, managing grid power, on-site generation, battery storage, and market participation, to position energy control as a financial and operational lever for large power users.

For much of the AI investment cycle, attention has centered on semiconductors, cloud platforms, and compute capacity. As the AI boom intensifies, the focus has shifted to speed-to-power and the optimization of the entire complex hyperscaler energy campus. Modern AI data centers require continuous, high-density power. Yet the grid was not built for clustered, compute-driven loads that scale in quarters rather than decades. As AI workloads expand, the ability to manage how energy is sourced, dispatched, and monetized is becoming a critical variable in project timelines and operating margins (https://ibn.fm/hisYt). That is the gap which GridAI (NASDAQ: GRDX) is targeting, by operating at the intersection of artificial intelligence and energy infrastructure. GridAI describes itself as a real-time, AI-native software orchestration platform designed to coordinate grid power, on-site generation, battery storage, backup systems, and dynamic load across hyperscale AI campuses and distributed energy systems.

GridAI Technologies (NASDAQ: GRDX) , a company operating at the intersection of artificial intelligence and energy infrastructure, is positioned for opportunity as the power grid has become a central battleground for the next phase of AI growth. An article discussing this reads, “The company is developing grid and power-management software aimed at hyperscale AI data center campuses. Its core proposition is that the limiting factor for AI infrastructure is no longer only compute capacity, but the ability to control and optimize energy at scale… This challenge is structural. Modern grids were designed for predictable demand patterns and centralized generation. AI data centers do not conform to that model. They operate continuously, draw large and variable loads, and increasingly cluster in regions where grid capacity is already strained. At the same time, electric vehicles, electrification of industry, and distributed energy resources are adding new layers of volatility… Rather than building power plants or transmission lines, the company focuses on orchestration software that allows existing assets to operate more flexibly. Its systems coordinate energy flows between grid connections, on-site generation such as reciprocating engines, battery energy storage systems (‘BESS’), and, in some cases, renewable inputs like solar.”

To view the full article, visit https://ibn.fm/QhL65

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 Friday's trading session at $2.58, off by 5.1471%, on 83,160 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is 4,270 and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0.0001/$0.4.

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Olenox Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: OLOX)

The QualityStocks Daily Newsletter would like to spotlight Safe and Green Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: OLOX).

Olenox Industries (NASDAQ: OLOX) announced the appointment of Ambassador Paula J. Dobriansky to its board of directors, effective Feb. 16, 2026, filling an existing vacancy and joining recently appointed directors Erik Blum and Adam Falkoff. A non-employee director, Dobriansky will participate in the company’s compensation program, including a cash retainer and equity awards. She brings more than 30 years of senior government and international experience, including service as Under Secretary of State for Global Affairs, President’s Envoy to Northern Ireland and National Security Council Director of European and Soviet Affairs, as well as leadership roles at Thomson Reuters, the U.S. Naval Academy, the Atlantic Council and Harvard University’s Belfer Center. The company filed a Form 8-K with the SEC regarding the appointment.

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

Olenox Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: OLOX) is a diversified holding company focused on delivering innovative solutions across infrastructure, construction, energy, healthcare, and environmental sectors. Originally established in 2007 as SG Blocks, the company has evolved into a vertically integrated platform serving both public and private sector clients with modular, sustainable systems. Its operations span a range of industries unified by a commitment to efficient, scalable design and sustainability-driven development.

The company’s model centers on the production and deployment of prefabricated modular structures, energy systems, and infrastructure technologies, leveraging vertical integration and cross-sector synergies to support government agencies, medical networks, developers, and commercial enterprises. Safe and Green’s subsidiaries operate collaboratively to generate multiple revenue streams while pursuing opportunities in both traditional and next-generation infrastructure.

Safe and Green Holdings Corp. is headquartered in Miami, Florida.

Portfolio

SG Echo Manufacturing

SG Echo is the modular manufacturing arm of Safe and Green Holdings Corp., delivering prefabricated structures built from steel, wood, and repurposed shipping containers. As a Made-in-America manufacturer, SG Echo combines industry-leading machinery and skilled labor to execute modular projects for clients across the U.S. and globally. The company holds an ESR certification from the International Code Council for repurposed containers, enabling faster approvals and widespread applicability in commercial and industrial construction.

With the ability to reduce construction time by up to 50% and cut costs by 10–20%, SG Echo’s manufacturing process emphasizes speed, sustainability, and resilience. In October 2025, SG Echo’s operations were consolidated into a new facility in Conroe, Texas, where they now operate alongside Olenox Corp., a Safe and Green subsidiary focused on oil and gas operations, to streamline logistics and integrate manufacturing with field operations. Revenue is also generated through third-party property leasing at the Conroe site.

SG Modular Medical

SG Modular Medical designs and deploys modular point-of-care solutions tailored for the evolving demands of healthcare infrastructure. The system enables clinics and labs to be rapidly assembled from clinical, administrative, and diagnostic modules, offering adaptability based on local needs and population shifts. This modular approach is positioned as a lower-emission alternative to traditional medical construction, helping reduce the substantial carbon footprint associated with healthcare infrastructure.

Notable deployments include COVID-19 testing pods at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), designed and delivered in partnership with airport authorities. Another initiative, launched with The Peoples Healthcare and Teamsters Local 848, involves delivering modular clinics to serve union members with onsite, high-quality care staffed by a top-tier clinical operator.

SG Development Corp.

SG DevCorp is the real estate development division of Safe and Green Holdings Corp., focused on building modular single- and multifamily projects across various income levels. The company pursues strong, green developments supported by vertically integrated manufacturing from SG Echo. SG DevCorp has stated development targets of more than 4,000 modular units totaling over 3.2 million square feet across 1,000+ acres of acquired land—a construction pipeline valued at approximately $765 million.

The division prioritizes sustainability throughout the lifecycle of its developments, reducing construction waste, energy usage, emissions, and noise pollution. Its projects aim to minimize the environmental impact while enhancing speed-to-market and structural resilience.

SG Environmental Solutions

SG Environmental Solutions provides modular environmental infrastructure and sustainable waste management technologies. At the core of this division is Sanitec, a patented system designed for medical waste sterilization and volume reduction. The technology helps organizations reduce their environmental impact while significantly lowering operational costs.

The company emphasizes responsible construction and stewardship through upcycling, waste reduction, and adaptable modular deployments. Its container-based platforms are built for diverse use cases across commercial, residential, industrial, and environmental applications, with a focus on high-efficiency, reduced-emission outcomes.

Olenox Energy

Olenox Energy is the energy development arm of Safe and Green Holdings, focused on acquiring and revitalizing distressed oil and gas assets. In May 2025, the company acquired 1,600 acres of wells and leases from Sherman Oil & Gas and its affiliates, adding 111 wells to the Olenox portfolio. Since the acquisition, Olenox has produced over 3,000 barrels of oil and is currently achieving peak production rates of 55 barrels per day. The company is preparing additional workovers to add 25–30 bpd and has completed full asset mobilization into Texas. Olenox also holds a 51% stake in Winchester Oil & Gas, representing more than 500 wells across the state.

The company is executing its strategy to build a fully integrated oil and gas platform. Olenox operations remain in full compliance with the Texas Railroad Commission, with a stated emphasis on environmental stewardship and reduced lease operating expenses.

In September 2025, Safe and Green entered into an Open Collaborative Framework with OneQode, a global digital infrastructure company. The agreement supports joint development of spill detection, real-time telemetry, and command systems for remote energy assets, enhancing Olenox’s operational capabilities through automation and data infrastructure.

Market Opportunity

Safe and Green Holdings is positioned to capitalize on macro trends across multiple sectors. The construction and real estate industries continue to seek faster, greener alternatives to traditional building methods—needs that SG Echo and SG DevCorp address through prefabricated, modular designs. In healthcare, rising demand for scalable care infrastructure underscores the relevance of SG Modular Medical’s point-of-care solutions.

Within energy, Olenox targets long-term value in revitalizing overlooked oil and gas assets. Its operational model, combined with emerging infrastructure technology partnerships, aims to improve field performance while maintaining environmental compliance. Through this diversification, Safe and Green aligns its platform with infrastructure modernization, energy resilience, and sustainability imperatives.

Leadership Team

Michael McLaren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, brings over 30 years of leadership in the energy industry, including military and field service projects, mergers and acquisitions, and technology development. He is the founder of Olenox Ltd., a developer of proprietary energy systems, and holds advanced degrees in Science and Business from the University of British Columbia. McLaren has authored multiple papers on alternative fuels and energy systems and serves as a lead strategist for Safe and Green’s cross-sector growth.

Patricia Kaelin, CPA, Chief Financial Officer, has more than 30 years of experience in public company financial management, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic capital deployment. She previously served as CFO and CIO of a billion-dollar construction company overseeing operations across 14 states. Her background spans construction, healthcare, manufacturing, and real estate. Kaelin holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in accounting from California State University, Fullerton.

Jim Pendergast, Chief Operating Officer, has held executive leadership roles across multiple sectors, including energy, construction, and agriculture. He has served as COO, CFO, and CEO at public and private firms, overseeing operations, acquisitions, and project execution. He holds an MBA in international business and finance from McMaster University and a BA in political studies and economics from Queen’s University.

Olenox Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: OLOX), closed Friday's trading session at $0.8811, off by 14.4563%, on 3,194,032 volume. The average volume for the last 3 months is and the stock's 52-week low/high is $0/$0.

Recent News

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