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Wisconsin governor Tony Evers has proposed granting voters the power to introduce binding questions directly on the ballot to enact new laws. He cited widespread bipartisan support for issues like cannabis legalization, which the Republican-led legislature has consistently refused to address.

Rumble (NASDAQRUM) is a video-sharing platform and cloud services provider that has recently secured a significant cloud services agreement with the Government of El Salvador. This partnership underscores Rumble’s commitment to freedom-oriented values, which are increasingly sought after globally. The agreement involves Rumble providing El Salvador with a comprehensive suite of cloud services, including cloud storage, computing, databases, load balancers, and Kubernetes integration. This strategic move allows Rumble to expand its international market presence and diversify its service offerings.

IBN, a multifaceted communications organization engaged in connecting public companies to the investment community, has announced the release of the latest episode of the Stock2Me Podcast as part of its sustained effort to provide specialized content distribution via widespread syndication channels. Seth Farbman, chairman and president of VStock Transfer, a stock transfer firm serving private companies, IPOs and issuers listed on the NYSE American, NASDAQ and OTC Markets, joined the program to discuss unique ways that VStock Transfer supports companies during the IPO journey.

Adageis was featured in the latest episode of the BioMedWire Podcast, as part of IBN’s sustained effort to provide specialized content distribution via widespread syndication channels. Shane Speirs, CEO of Adageis, joined the program to provide an introduction to the company’s business model.

VenHub, an emerging AI and robotics technology company, has announced the opening of its first fully autonomous Smart Store, now live at 11720 Vanowen Street in North Hollywood, California. The store was sold to one of VenHub’s valued customers who is excited to introduce a next-generation shopping experience to the local community.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the job market, with 41% of companies planning to reduce their workforce as AI takes over some tasks, according to a recent survey by the World Economic Forum (WEF).

The marijuana industry experienced a sluggish pace of progress in 2024. Efforts to pass cannabis reform measures in Congress fell short, and the DEA delayed rescheduling cannabis as a recognized medicinal substance.

Roth Capital Partners, LLC (“ROTH”) has announced the expansion of its sales and trading team with five seasoned professionals: Todd Trimmer, Nathan Cahill , Ken Hawkins , Matthew Job , and Michael Shea .

The gaming industry has always been about embracing new technology to improve player experiences. From the first Nintendo console to the internet-driven World of Warcraft and smartphone hits like Candy Crush Saga, each leap in technology has brought something new to gaming. Now the next big step is Web3 gaming, and Telegram is emerging as a key player in this space.

Annovis Bio (NYSEANVS), a late-stage clinical drug platform company, has received a U.S. patent for methods using buntanetap to treat and prevent acute brain and nerve injuries. The patent, issued on Jan. 2, 2025 (US-2025-0000846-A1), covers buntanetap’s ability to reduce neurotoxicity and mitigate neurodegenerative processes in conditions such as stroke, ischemia, traumatic brain injury, and micro infarcts. Already patented in the EU, Japan, and globally, this approval enhances Annovis’ intellectual property portfolio. CEO Maria Maccecchini, Ph.D., emphasized buntanetap’s potential to protect and restore neuronal health, expanding its applications beyond Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.

Torr Metals Inc. (TSX.V: TMET) has announced the discovery of high-grade copper at its 100%-owned Kolos Copper-Gold Project in British Columbia. A rock grab sample from the newly identified Sonic Zone returned 1.10% copper, marking the first exploration success in the northern portion of the project. Initially revealed during Torr’s 2024 reconnaissance program, the Sonic Zone now spans 12 km² of magmatic-hydrothermal alteration and mineralization, up from an initial 2 km². The site, strategically located near Highway 5 and 32 kilometers from Canada’s Highland Valley copper mine, shows similarities to regional alkalic porphyry systems like New Afton. Torr’s CEO Malcolm Dorsey highlighted the potential for significant discoveries in the area, with further exploration planned to capitalize on this milestone.

Knightscope (NASDAQKSCP), a robotics and AI public safety innovator, announced 10 new client agreements in the first 10 days of 2025 for its autonomous security robots (ASR) and emergency communication devices (ECD). Among the new deals, an automotive group in Dallas, Texas, signed a two-year contract for the K5 ASR to address vandalism and theft, with plans to expand to additional locations upon success. Additionally, clients in Georgia, Massachusetts, Texas, and Virginia purchased 29 K1 ECDs for use in counties, municipalities, and a college, while expansion contracts in Florida, New Jersey/New York, Massachusetts, and North Carolina were secured with existing clients. Longtime partner Transportation Solutions & Lighting, Inc. replenished its K1 Blue Light Tower inventory for anticipated future orders. Knightscope views this momentum as a promising start to its projected growth in 2025 following operational restructuring in 2024.

Electric vehicle manufacturers could increase vehicle range significantly by replacing the traditional lithium-ion battery with ‘single-crystal electrode’ batteries. New research has revealed that electric vehicle batteries equipped with single-crystal electrodes could travel for ‘millions of miles’ and potentially outlast other vehicle parts.

The political landscape in the United States and across the globe is poised for significant developments in 2025, especially regarding artificial intelligence (AI) regulations . These shifts could redefine AI governance and implementation.

Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQRIVN) has seen a big jump in its stock price. The company recently announced strong sales in the last quarter of 2024 and shared good news about fixing its production issues. These updates have made investors excited about Rivian’s future.

2025 may be a difficult year for the ESG space, particularly after president-elect Trump is sworn in. It is expected that Trump’s administration will reverse the progress made by Biden’s administration in this space, particularly climate-friendly and ESG regulations and legislations.

Gold didn’t experience a Christmas rally for the first time in years but still saw its price rise by 26% at the end of 2024. Even with the strengthening of the U.S. dollar and rising bond yields, the metal’s price continues to move closer to $2700.

A multi-institutional study involving researchers from three universities has discovered a correlation between medical cannabis legalization and reduced payments from opioid drug manufacturers to pain doctors. The study found that when states launch regulated medical marijuana programs, patients begin using the divisive drug as an alternative to pharmaceutical pain medications.

Reliance on technology in the healthcare industry is growing day by day, a positive, as it has greatly increased efficiency. However, the increasing use of software has also made the industry a target for cyberattacks, which poses a huge threat to healthcare providers.

UK’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer has set his sights on making the UK a global superpower in the AI space . He wants the industry to grow and create rivals to OpenAI in a move calculated to significantly grow domestic computing power so that technologies vital to national security are innovated within the country.

In a significant development for the investment community, dozens of trailblazing growth companies are now listed as participating companies on The Microcap Conference’s website. Representing a wide range of emerging industries, including sustainable energy and artificial intelligence, the lineup highlights increasing investor enthusiasm for a variety of growing sectors.

PaxMedica (OTC: PXMD), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on neurological disorders, has received a Notification to Grant Patent Right for its Chinese invention patent application (No: 2020800553323). The patent covers compositions and methods for treating cognitive, social, or behavioral disabilities and neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism, using a novel intranasal suramin formulation. CEO Howard Weisman highlighted this as a historic milestone, marking the first intellectual property protection for suramin in over a century. PaxMedica plans to pursue similar protections in additional jurisdictions, including the United States.

Experts, executives, and professionals from the financial spectrum, are all invited to attend the FinovateEurope 2025 event at the Intercontinental O2, London, on February 25-26, 2025. FinovateEurope is a well-curated prestigious networking conference attracting dignitaries from the global fintech space. Witness the best-in-class fintech innovations and get valuable insights from world leaders in the field as they take the Finovate stage.

Bitcoin spot ETFs have significantly changed how investors perceive crypto investments since their debut on January 11 last year. The introduction of these funds not only expanded access to the market but also contributed to a dramatic surge in Bitcoin’s value, driving it to unprecedented levels as billions of dollars flowed into the funds. Let’s take a closer look at how they’ve impacted the market since their debut.

China may not be as vulnerable to U.S. tariffs as the incoming Trump administration may expect. With President-elect Donald Trump just a week away from assuming office, his administration has pledged to pass a series of tariffs against China to combat the Southeast Asian country’s dominance and decouple the U.S. from its world-spanning supply chain.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is widely recognized as a pioneer in artificial intelligence (AI) and graphics processing units (GPUs). His vision has reshaped industries, particularly with Nvidia’s GPUs powering advancements in machine learning, gaming, and supercomputing. Yet, when it comes to quantum computing, a technology poised to redefine computational capabilities, Huang may have overlooked some crucial aspects that could impact Nvidia’s dominance in the tech world.

Calidi Biotherapeutics (NYSE American: CLDI), a clinical-stage biotechnology company specializing in targeted antitumor virotherapies, announced its abstract, “Development of a Systemic Enveloped Virotherapy for Targeting All Metastatic Sites,” has been accepted for presentation at the American Association for Cancer Research (“AACR”) Annual Meeting, April 25-30, 2025, in Chicago. The presentation will highlight Calidi’s proprietary RTNova systemic platform, which leverages a novel vaccinia virus strain enveloped with a human cell membrane to overcome immune system elimination, enabling targeted delivery to multiple metastatic tumor sites. This innovative approach aims to address treatment challenges in advanced metastatic cancers, such as lung cancer, where intratumoral administration is impractical. CEO Allan Camaisa emphasized the platform’s potential to redefine metastatic cancer treatment by improving patient outcomes. In addition to the AACR presentation, Calidi plans to share further RTNova data at the ASCO Annual Meeting in June 2025, advancing its efforts to select a lead clinical candidate while progressing its localized virotherapies SNV (SuperNova) and NNV (NeuroNova).

Adageis, a forward-thinking healthcare technology company reshaping patient care through flexible AI-centric software solutions, is in support of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (“CMS”) switching from the V24 to the V28 upgrade of the Hierarchical Condition Categories (“HCC”) model. “The transition from CMS-HCC V24 to V28 reflects a critical update to the risk adjustment model used in Medicare Advantage… The more precise structure enhances diagnostic specificity, allowing for better patient categorization. This change supports value-based care by tying payments more closely to actual patient needs,” reads a recent article.

McEwen Mining (NYSEMUX) (TSX: MUX) was highlighted in a recent article that discussed favorable positioning of the United States in the AI sector. “Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has voiced his confidence in President-elect Donald Trump supporting the AI sector and ensuring that America, together with its allies, retain pole position in this nascent industry. Altman was speaking during a recent interview with Fox News,” the publication reads. “During the interview, Altman highlighted the need for support in the form of massive infrastructure… for the U.S. to stamp its leadership on AI technology and AI capabilities.”

In 2024, PayPal (NASDAQPYPL) saw its shares rise by 39%, marking a significant achievement for the financial technology company. This growth allowed PayPal to outperform the S&P 500, which had a return of 23.3% during the same period. This is the first time in three years that PayPal has surpassed the S&P 500 in annual returns.

Fusion Fuel Green (NASDAQHTOO), a provider of energy engineering and advisory solutions, announced the closing of a $1.28 million senior convertible notes private placement and an agreement for a $25 million equity line of credit with institutional investors. The notes, issued at a 20% original issue discount, mature in July 2026 with an 8% annual interest rate and include warrants offering 100% equity coverage. The equity line of credit allows Fusion Fuel to sell up to $25 million in Class A ordinary shares at its discretion, contingent on SEC registration, market conditions, and regulatory compliance. CEO John-Paul Backwell highlighted the capital’s role in strengthening liquidity, scaling the Al Shola Gas business, and advancing the BrightHy solutions platform to position the company as a leader in the energy services sector. Proceeds will bolster the balance sheet and fund strategic growth initiatives, with details available in the Form 6-K reports furnished to the SEC on Jan. 13, 2025.

Greenwave Technology Solutions (NASDAQGWAV), announced a $4 million direct offering and private placement, issuing 7,544,323 shares at $0.5302 per share and warrants exercisable at the same price, pending stockholder approval. The financing supports Greenwave’s rare earth recovery initiatives amid global supply chain challenges, leveraging advanced technologies to extract materials from lithium batteries and electronic components while exploring a dedicated recovery facility. Strategically located near Naval Station Norfolk, Greenwave’s facilities benefit from premium scrap streams, enhancing its leadership in sustainable metals recovery.

TC BioPharm (NASDAQTCBP), a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing allogeneic gamma-delta T cell therapies for cancer and other diseases, announced that CEO Bryan Kobel will present a corporate overview at the Sequire Investor Summit 2025. The conference will take place Jan. 21-23, 2025, at the Condado Vanderbilt Hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Aditxt (NASDAQADTX) a social innovation platform dedicated to advancing health innovations, announced its Board of Directors has authorized management to explore an initial public offering (“IPO”) for its subsidiary, Pearsanta, Inc., in 2025. Pearsanta, a precision diagnostics company leveraging its proprietary Mitomic® Technology platform for early cancer detection, aims to use the IPO proceeds to accelerate growth and expand market presence. Aditxt CEO Amro Albanna highlighted Pearsanta’s mission to tackle the global challenge of cancer, noting the launch of the Mitomic® platform as a key milestone in advancing transformative health innovations. Pearsanta President Chris Mitton emphasized the IPO’s potential to bring its technology to the global stage, enabling faster commercialization and empowering clinicians with tools for earlier and more accurate diagnoses, positioning Pearsanta to make a meaningful impact on global healthcare outcomes.

Cybin (NYSE American: CYBN) (NEO: CYBN), a clinical-stage neuropsychiatry company, summarized its 2024 accomplishments and detailed upcoming 2025 milestones. CEO Doug Drysdale highlighted advancements in its pipeline of tryptamine serotonin receptor agonists, including CYB003, a deuterated psilocin program for major depressive disorder (“MDD”), and CYB004, a deuterated dimethyltryptamine in intramuscular form for generalized anxiety disorder (“GAD”). In March 2024, CYB003 received FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation, expediting its development and recognizing the unmet need in MDD treatment. Results from a Phase 2 study of CYB003 in MDD showed a 100% response rate and 71% remission rate, leading to the initiation of the multinational Phase 3 PARADIGM program. Additionally, a Phase 2 proof-of-concept study for CYB004 in GAD commenced. For 2025, Cybin anticipates topline data from the CYB004 Phase 2 study in early 2025 and the initiation of the EXTEND and EMBRACE components of the PARADIGM Phase 3 program.

SuperCom (NASDAQSPCB), a global provider of secure solutions for the e-Government, Internet of Things (“IoT”), and cybersecurity sectors, announced it has secured an electronic monitoring (“EM”) contract with a Juvenile Probation Agency in Ohio. This marks SuperCom’s first project in the state and its sixth new U.S. market entry since summer 2024, as well as its 20th new EM contract during the same period, highlighting its expansion in delivering innovative public safety solutions. The project will utilize SuperCom’s PureOne technology, which offers real-time GPS tracking, secure communication, and compliance tools in a discreet, humane design to support rehabilitation and reduce stigma. By displacing the incumbent provider, SuperCom enabled the agency to adopt its PureSecurity platform, delivering enhanced operational control and cost efficiency while tailoring solutions to correctional and juvenile programs that promote reintegration and public safety.

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSEQBTS) (“D-Wave”) announced that fiscal 2024 bookings will exceed $23 million, an approximately 120% increase from 2023, and fiscal Q4 bookings reached at least $18 million, an approximately 500% rise from $3 million in Q4 2023 bookings. The company also secured its first customer purchase of a D-Wave Advantage annealing quantum computing system, the world’s largest quantum computer with over 5,000 qubits, marking a significant expansion in its revenue model by including on-premise system sales alongside its Leap quantum cloud service. D-Wave ended fiscal 2024 with a record approximately $178 million in cash.

A Minnesota Psychedelic Medicine Task Force is urging legislators to create a state-regulated program for legal therapeutic access to psychedelics and decriminalize the possession and use of low amounts of psilocybin. This government task force was established through a legislation signed by Governor Tim Walz into law in May 2024.

Prior to the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill, it was illegal to cultivate industrial hemp in the United States. Now Lincoln University is heading a project funded by the federal department of agriculture studying the crop. The project received $5 million through the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities program, which is focused on supporting farmers who cultivate products with climate benefits.

Demand for big data software is expected to surge in the coming years as more firms leverage big data analytics to improve service delivery and increase efficiency. Recent forecasts show that the global Big Data Processing and Distribution Software market will enjoy a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.08% between 2024 and 2031.

Foremost Clean Energy (NASDAQFMST) (CSE: FAT), a North American uranium and lithium exploration company, has obtained a final order from the Supreme Court of British Columbia approving its plan of arrangement (“Arrangement”) to spin out its gold and silver assets in Sierra County, New Mexico, into a separate entity, Rio Grande Resources Ltd. Shareholders overwhelmingly approved the plan, with 99.86% of votes cast in favor at the Dec. 20, 2024, meeting. Subject to remaining conditions, including Canadian Securities Exchange approval, the Arrangement is expected to take effect in January 2025. Upon completion, shareholders will receive one new Foremost common share and two Rio Grande shares for each Foremost share held prior to the Effective Date. Further details are available in the company’s Nov. 12, 2024, information circular on SEDAR+.

NanoViricides, Inc. (NYSE American: NNVC), a clinical-stage company developing antiviral drugs designed to resist viral escape, announced it will present at the Biotech Showcase 2025 on Jan. 14 in San Francisco. Anil R. Diwan, PhD, the company’s president and executive chairman, will provide updates on NanoViricides’ pipeline, including NV-387, a Phase II-ready drug with potential applications against a wide range of viral infections such as influenza, RSV, MPox, smallpox, and COVID-19. NV-387 is engineered to target host-side features essential for viral infections, offering potential advantages over current treatments. The company will also showcase its platform for oral delivery of non-oral drugs, which could meet significant market demand. The market potential for NV-387’s indications exceeds $10 billion. Biotech Showcase runs parallel to the JP Morgan Life Sciences Conference, offering a key networking venue for therapeutic development executives and investors.

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSEQBTS) (“D-Wave”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services, announced that CEO Dr. Alan Baratz appeared on CNBC’s “The Exchange” on January 8th to address recent comments by NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang regarding quantum computing’s readiness.

Calidi Biotherapeutics (NYSE American: CLDI), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on targeted immunotherapies, has priced its public offering of 5,000,000 shares of common stock at $0.85 per share, with gross proceeds expected to total approximately $4.25 million before fees and expenses. The offering, exclusively placed by Ladenburg Thalmann & Co. Inc., is set to close on or around Jan. 10, 2025, subject to customary conditions. Proceeds will support working capital and general corporate purposes. The shares are offered under an effective Form S-3 registration statement, with a final prospectus available on the SEC’s website or through Ladenburg Thalmann.

With the Oklahoma legislative session just a month away, state legislators have proposed two measures to regulate medical cannabis. One bill aims to regulate how much a person can purchase in a week, while the other one focuses on regulating how cannabis dispensaries in the state can advertise their products.

Quantum Computing (NASDAQQUBT) (“QCi”), an innovative, integrated photonics and quantum optics technology company, recently announced its entry into securities purchase agreements with institutional investors for the purchase and sale of 8,163,266 shares of common stock in a private placement at a purchase price of $12.25 per share. The company expects gross proceeds of $100 million from the offering, of which it intends to use the net for working capital and general corporate purposes. With anticipated net proceeds, combined with existing cash reserves, Quantum Computing expects to have sufficient resources to continue advancing and expanding the development and manufacturing of its photonics, thin-film lithium niobate (“TFLN”), and quantum technologies. Titan Partners Group, a division of American Capital Partners, is acting as the sole placement agent for the offering.

Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL, GOOG), through Google, has made headlines with its recent financial contribution to Donald Trump’s inauguration. The company has pledged $1 million , a substantial increase from its 2017 donation. This move places Google alongside other tech giants like Amazon and Meta in supporting the event.

AEON Biopharma (NYSEAEON), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing a botulinum toxin complex under a 351(k) biosimilar pathway, has announced the closing of its firm commitment underwritten public offering. AEON secured approximately $20.0 million in gross proceeds from the offering, of which it intends to use the net, together with its existing cash, for general corporate purposes and working capital. As detailed in the announcement, the company granted Aegis Capital Corp. a 45-day option to purchase additional shares of common stock and/or warrants to cover over-allotments, if any. On Jan. 7, Aegis exercised its over-allotment option with respect to 6,000,000 Series A Warrants and 6,000,000 Series B Warrants. Aegis acted as the sole book-running manager for the offering.

Brera Holdings (NASDAQBREA) has increased its ownership in SS Juve Stabia, known as “The Second Team of Naples,” from 21.74% to 34.62% following the second closing of its acquisition agreement with XX Settembre, the holding company of Club President Andrea Langella. The Ireland-based international holding company, focused on a multi-club ownership (“MCO”) strategy, aims to further solidify its presence in the Italian football landscape. Executive Chairman Daniel McClory highlighted the expanded stake as a step toward scaling Brera’s MCO platform and supporting Juve Stabia’s growth in Serie B. The transaction is pending regulatory approval.

Thumzup (NASDAQTZUP) announced a $10,000 support program to help small businesses impacted by recent Los Angeles wildfires. The initiative offers up to $200 in Thumzup credits per location, enabling businesses to pay customers cash for social media posts on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) to promote their operations. Existing customers can contact their Thumzup representative for credits, while new users can apply online. CEO Robert Steele emphasized the company’s commitment to aiding recovery and empowering local businesses through its platform, which transforms customers into brand advocates during challenging times.

Wheaton Precious Metals (NYSEWPM) (TSX: WPM) announced that Chief Financial Officer Gary Brown will step down on March 31, 2025, after nearly 17 years of service. Vincent Lau, currently Vice President of Finance, will succeed Brown as CFO and join the senior leadership team. Brown’s tenure has been marked by significant contributions to Wheaton’s financial growth, strategic direction, and risk management. CEO Randy Smallwood praised Brown for his role in establishing Wheaton as an industry leader. Lau, who has been with the company for 13 years, brings extensive experience in corporate finance and risk management, along with CPA and CFA designations.

Volkswagen electric vehicles no longer have access to tax credits in the U.S. after the U.S. Department of Energy updated the list of eligible EVs . On the other hand, EVs manufactured by South Korea’s Hyundai Group, as well as the Tesla Cybertruck, joined the list and can be purchased with a subsidy.

Last week, three major financial institutions exited the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, an international banking climate alliance committed to aligning their activities with net-zero greenhouse gas emissions targets by 2050. The group was founded in 2021 by the United Nations and holds a total of $71 trillion in assets. It has more than 100 banks from forty-four countries as members.

The price of spot gold recently dropped below $2,650 following a short rally at the start of the year. This suggests that buyers are still struggling, with an increase in price higher than $2,665 potentially paving the way back to last year’s highs of $2,720.

Voters in Arkansas approved a measure to legalize medical marijuana in 2016 and the state finally began sales in mid-2019 with about 11,000 registered medical marijuana patients. Arkansas’s medical cannabis program has expanded significantly in the years since as more patients registered, reaching 101,006 active MMJ cards in June 2024 and 108,957 by the end of the year.

A team of researchers from the Chinese Academy of Scientists has discovered that a common high blood pressure medication may be useful in treating a certain brain tumor. The tumor, a craniopharyngioma, is a non-cancerous growth that usually develops near the hypothalamus and pituitary gland.

South Dakota ranks No. 1 in the nation for statewide public safety efforts and related infrastructure, according to a review published last fall by health and safety experts at CPR educators ProTrainings ( https://ibn.fm/oWTk1 ).

Emperor Metals (CSE: AUOZ) (OTCQB: EMAUF) (FRA:9NH) has entered a binding purchase and sale agreement with a subsidiary of Eldorado Gold Corporation to acquire surface rights to the Lac Pelletier Property in Quebec. The deal includes assuming liabilities related to the property’s rehabilitation and restoration plan, valued at $305,349, and releasing Eldorado Gold’s financial guarantee to the Quebec Minister of Natural Resources and Forests. Located 4 km southwest of Rouyn-Noranda, the property encompasses five lots, including a mining lease with a 1,000 tonnes/day permit. The transaction, subject to customary conditions and regulatory approvals, is expected to close by April 15, 2025. A 1.0% net smelter returns royalty is reserved for Metalla Royalty & Streaming Ltd.

Cybin (NYSE Americ a n: CYBN) (NEO: CYBN) a clinical-stage neuropsychiatry company, announced that CEO Doug Drysdale will join a fireside chat at the virtual Lytham Partners 2025 Investor Healthcare Summit on Jan. 13. The live webcast begins at 11:30 a.m. ET, with an archived version accessible afterward on the company’s investor relations site.

The United Kingdom’s decision to phase out gas and oil drilling in the North Sea has drawn the ire of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. An outspoken critic of the Biden administration’s efforts to replace fossil fuels with renewables, Trump recently took to social media to criticize the UK for taxing fossil fuel mining in the North Sea.

D-Wave Quantum (NYSEQBTS) (“D-Wave”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software and services, and the first commercial provider of quantum computers, announced that it has completed its second SOC 2 Type 2 audit, a reflection of its ability to provide customers with secure, enterprise-grade quantum computing solutions. The company completed its first SOC 2 Type 2 audit in December 2023 and has maintained this rigorous compliance standard, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to customer data security and protection ( https://ibn.fm/uK7ig ).

Recently released documents show that the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) advised financial institutions to temporarily halt direct involvement in cryptocurrency activities but didn’t mandate the cessation of banking services to crypto firms, contrary to claims of nationwide “debanking” within the industry.

In a press release issued January 2, 2025, Tesla Inc. (NASDAQTSLA) reported record-breaking fourth-quarter 2024 results, producing approximately 459,000 vehicles and delivering over 495,000. These figures brought the company’s annual totals to 1.77 million vehicles produced and 1.79 million delivered. Tesla also achieved a quarterly deployment of 11.0 GWh in energy storage products, contributing to a total of 31.4 GWh for the year. The company will release its full financial results for the quarter after market close on January 29, 2025.

Calidi Biotherapeutics (NYSE American: CLDI), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on advanced immunotherapies, announced plans to offer shares of its common stock and/or pre-funded warrants in a public offering. Ladenburg Thalmann & Co. Inc. is acting as the exclusive placement agent. The offering’s size and terms depend on market conditions and are yet to be finalized. Proceeds will support working capital and general corporate purposes. The securities will be offered under an effective shelf registration statement filed with the SEC, and interested parties can access the preliminary prospectus and accompanying documents via the SEC website or through Ladenburg Thalmann’s Prospectus Department.

Greenwave Technology Solutions (NASDAQGWAV), a leading operator of 13 metal recycling facilities in the Mid-Atlantic, has canceled its January 2025 Special Meeting of Stockholders, originally scheduled for Jan. 10. The company, headquartered in Chesapeake, Va., supplies ferrous and non-ferrous metals to major steel mills and industrial conglomerates, supporting critical infrastructure projects and national security initiatives. Greenwave employs 167 workers across Virginia, North Carolina, and Ohio.

Aston Bay (TSX.V: BAY) (OTCQB: ATBHF), a junior exploration company, is positioned to play a critical role amidst growth of copper and gold sectors. “The company’s flagship project, the Storm Copper Project, a joint initiative by Aston Bay and American West Metals, in Nunavut, Canada, made significant advancements in 2024 and is poised for further progress in 2025,” reads a recent article.

New York has reached a major milestone in its legal cannabis market, surpassing $1 billion in sales. Governor Kathy Hochul described this achievement as a reflection of the dedication of individuals who have worked tirelessly to build an industry that prioritizes fairness, public safety, and community empowerment.

Clene (NASDAQCLNN) and its wholly owned subsidiary, Clene Nanomedicine Inc., is a late clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on improving mitochondrial health and protecting neuronal function to treat neurodegenerative diseases, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (“ALS”) and multiple sclerosis (“MS”). The company recently secured a new $10 million debt facility, which enables the payoff of another higher interest rate loan and the finance of operations to generate additional data to support the new drug application of lead drug candidate CNM-Au8 for ALS.

Trump Media & Technology Group (NASDAQDJT) is experiencing notable stock volatility due to political developments involving President-elect Donald Trump. The company’s stock is highly sensitive to Trump’s political statements, such as his recent comments on Greenland and the Panama Canal. These events have led to significant fluctuations in DJT’s share price.

Gaxos.ai (NASDAQGXAI), a developer of artificial intelligence applications, announced its participation in the Sequire Investor Summit, set for Jan. 21–23 at the Condado Vanderbilt Hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico. CEO Vadim Mats highlighted the event as a valuable platform to showcase the company’s initiatives and connect with investors. Hosted by SRAX, the summit features 75+ presenting companies and over 500 investors, family offices, and analysts.

Emperor Metals (CSE: AUOZ) (OTCQB: EMAUF) (FRA: 9NH) announced a property purchase agreement with Maritime Resources Corp. to acquire the Lac Pelletier Property in Quebec. The property spans 558 hectares and includes 25 mining claims and a mining lease located near Rouyn-Noranda, adjacent to Agnico Eagle’s Wasamac Gold Deposit. The Lac Pelletier Property holds historical mineral resource estimates of 681,200 tonnes at 4.08 g/t Au for 89,400 ounces in Measured and Indicated categories and 1,099,000 tonnes at 3.89 g/t Au for 137,600 ounces in Inferred resources. While these resources are not yet classified as current, Emperor anticipates minimal effort to verify and update them. The acquisition, pending customary conditions, enhances Emperor’s strategic presence in a region with high potential for additional discoveries.

NanoViricides, Inc. (NYSE American: NNVC) announced significant progress on NV-387, a broad-spectrum antiviral demonstrating superior efficacy in animal models against rapidly mutating RNA viruses, including H5N1 bird flu, RSV, hMPV, and lethal coronaviruses. As viruses like H5N1 evolve to evade vaccines and existing drugs, NV-387’s mechanism, mimicking host cell features required for infection, minimizes resistance risk. Amid rising cases of severe respiratory viruses and the first U.S. fatality from H5N1 this month, the company emphasized the urgent need for robust, broad-spectrum treatments, positioning NV-387 for clinical trials in 2025 to address unmet medical needs.

MoneyShow, a leading producer of financial conferences for investors, traders and advisors, today announced the upcoming “ Your 2025 Portfolio Playbook Virtual Expo ” set to take place on Jan. 28-29, 2025. The fully virtual event will showcase more than 30 renowned speakers and feature world-class educational opportunities, with a focus on crafting a profitable investment strategy for 2025 and beyond. “With policy uncertainty, inflationary pressures and geopolitical instability affecting markets, this event provides sharp and actionable insights from elite financial experts,” said Mike Larson, editor-in-chief at MoneyShow. “Attendees will leave with a comprehensive playbook to navigate unpredictable financial currents and capitalize on emerging opportunities.”

Thumzup (NASDAQTZUP) announced the purchase of 9.783 Bitcoin for approximately $1 million at an average price of $102,220 per BTC, as part of its Treasury Asset Strategy. The company has requested Board approval to allocate up to 90% of its liquid assets for ongoing Bitcoin purchases. Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN) provides custodial and self-custodial wallet services for Thumzup’s Bitcoin holdings. The company also plans to begin paying gig-economy workers in Bitcoin in the coming weeks, adhering to all relevant laws and regulations.

WiSA Technologies (NASDAQWISA) fresh off its acquisition of Datavault and ADIO IP assets, is set to redefine technology at CES 2025 with a suite of groundbreaking innovations. Highlights include digital twin creation at the new “Twinstitute” near the Wynn Hotel, ADIO technology demonstrations of inaudible audio tones at Fintech TV, and DVHolo holographic projections at the Fontainebleau Hotel. These offerings showcase applications in data monetization, immersive media, and wireless audio. The digital twin market, projected to reach $131 billion by 2030, and the holographic display market, estimated at $23 billion by 2032, position WiSA as a leader in transformative tech. Attendees can also explore WiSA’s wireless audio innovations at Suite 337 in the Venetian, with potential to reshape wireless audio market, projected to exceed $153 billion by 2030.