Finance
Datavault AI Raises $60 Million to Deploy Quantum-Ready GPU Edge Network
Datavault AI Inc. closed a $60 million registered direct offering, with proceeds earmarked for deploying its quantum-ready GPU edge network and general corporate purposes.
Solowin Holdings Unit AX Coin Signs MOU with Singapore Gulf Bank for Stablecoin and Cross-Border Payment Infrastructure
Solowin Holdings' subsidiary AX Coin Bahrain has signed a non-binding MOU with Singapore Gulf Bank to develop stablecoin infrastructure, cross-border payment solutions, and digital asset initiatives across Asia and the Middle East.
Winners Inc. to Showcase AI Sports Analytics Platform at Consensus Miami 2026
Winners Inc. will debut its AI-driven predictive sports analytics platform Mevu.com at Consensus Miami 2026, bridging traditional sports betting and decentralized prediction markets.
Gold Prices Above $5,000 Reshape Global Demand as Jewelry Purchases Decline
Surging gold prices above $5,000 per ounce in early 2026 have significantly weakened non-investment demand, particularly in the jewelry sector, while strengthening gold's role as an investment asset.
Canada Considers Banning Crypto ATMs Amid Rising Fraud Concerns
Canada, home to the world’s first Bitcoin ATM, is now considering a ban on these machines as fraud cases increase, a move that could have global implications if other jurisdictions follow suit.
UBS Q1 Profits Surge 80% Driven by Investment Banking, Analysts Eye Rivals Like B. Riley
UBS reported an 80% increase in Q1 2026 net profit to $3 billion, driven by strong investment banking performance, surpassing analyst expectations and setting a benchmark for competitors like B. Riley Financial Inc.
OptimumBank Holdings Appoints Moishe Gubin CEO as Timothy Terry Retires
OptimumBank Holdings (NYSE American: OPHC) announced leadership changes with Moishe Gubin appointed CEO following Timothy Terry's retirement, signaling a strategic shift for the community bank.
Forward Industries Invests in OnRe, Plans $25M Deployment into Tokenized Reinsurance Platform
Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI) invests in OnRe's Series A and plans up to $25M deployment into tokenized reinsurance platform OnRe, expanding its Solana-focused treasury strategy into tokenized real-world assets.
McEwen Mining Invites Investors to Q1 2026 Conference Call on May 7
McEwen Inc. will host its Q1 2026 conference call on May 7, offering insights into financial results and project developments, including its copper and gold assets.
G Mining Ventures Reports Oko West Project 19.7% Complete, On Track for First Gold in 2027
G Mining Ventures Corp. announced its Oko West Gold Project in Guyana is 19.7% complete with $292 million spent, on schedule and on budget, targeting first gold pour in H2 2027 and commercial production by January 2028.
Forward Industries Appoints Mark Brazier as CFO Amid Solana Treasury Expansion
Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI) has named Mark Brazier, a seasoned executive in digital assets and traditional finance, as its new Chief Financial Officer to oversee financial operations as it continues to build the largest publicly traded Solana (SOL) treasury.
Beeline Holdings to Report Q1 Results as Digital Mortgage Platform Gains Traction
Beeline Holdings Inc. will release Q1 2026 results on May 14, following a strong 2025 with 127% revenue growth, and will update on its digital mortgage platform expansion, including AI-driven underwriting and blockchain-based home equity products targeting underserved borrowers.
Gold Traders Cautious as Inflation Data and Geopolitical Tensions Send Mixed Signals
Gold prices remain range-bound as sticky inflation data and geopolitical tensions in the Gulf create conflicting pressures on the precious metal.
Cashback Loans Marks 20 Years of Payday Lending in California, Highlighting Regulatory Compliance and Data Security
Cashback Loans celebrates over two decades of funding millions of payday loans across California, emphasizing its state-licensed direct lender model, flat 15% fees, and AES-256 encryption amid tighter state regulations.
American Fusion Reduces Authorized Shares to 1.8 Billion, Updates on $3M Financing
American Fusion Inc. cut its authorized shares from 3.0 billion to 1.8 billion and reported $793,000 in financing year-to-date under a $3 million commitment, signaling a strategic move to streamline capital structure and fund fusion energy development.
Planet Ventures Appoints Dr. Bora Uygun as Head of Space Investments, Expands Focus on Private Space Opportunities
Planet Ventures Inc. has appointed Dr. Bora Uygun as head of space investments and granted stock options and restricted share units to key personnel, signaling a strategic push into private space and advanced technology sectors.
Stonegate Capital Partners Highlights Provident Financial's Post-Merger Profitability in Q1 2026
Provident Financial Services reported steady first-quarter earnings, demonstrating sustained profitability after its merger with Lakeland, though a rise in senior housing non-performing loans warrants monitoring.
InPlay Oil Corp. Announces Monthly Dividend of $0.09 Per Share
InPlay Oil Corp. declared a monthly cash dividend of $0.09 per common share, signaling confidence in its cash flow and commitment to shareholder returns.
CNS Pharmaceuticals Raises $22.5 Million to Advance Pipeline and Corporate Strategy
CNS Pharmaceuticals announced a $22.5 million private placement with institutional investors to fund asset acquisition and working capital, signaling a strategic push to expand its pipeline.
Forward Industries Schedules Q2 2026 Earnings Call, Updates on SOL Treasury Strategy
Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI) will discuss its fiscal second-quarter results and SOL treasury strategy on May 14, 2026, highlighting its focus on building shareholder value through digital asset investments.
Silver Bow Mining Closes $59.8 Million IPO to Fund Montana Exploration
Silver Bow Mining Corp. raised $59.8 million in an upsized IPO, with net proceeds of $54.6 million earmarked for drilling, underground work, and environmental studies in the Butte Mining District of Montana.
Portugal Pathways Targets High-Net-Worth 2026 Visa Applicants
Portugal Pathways highlights Portuguese investment funds as a strategic route to EU residency for high-net-worth individuals applying for the Portugal Golden Visa in 2026.
Portugal Golden Visa Investment Minimums Remain Unchanged at €250,000 for 2026
Portugal's Golden Visa program maintains investment thresholds of €250,000 to €500,000 for Americans in 2026, while proposed legislative changes could extend the citizenship timeline from five to ten years.
Portugal's Golden Visa Programme Shifts Focus to Investment Funds in 2025
Portugal's Golden Visa residency-by-investment programme is pivoting from real estate to alternative investment funds, reflecting broader economic growth and continued demand from non-EU applicants.
NeuroOne Regains Compliance with Nasdaq Minimum Bid Price Requirement
NeuroOne Medical Technologies Corporation announced it has regained compliance with Nasdaq's minimum bid price rule following a 1-for-6 reverse stock split, ensuring its continued listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market.
Emergent Metals Advances Golden Arrow Sale as Fairchild Seeks Shareholder Approval
Emergent Metals Corp. updates on the sale of its Golden Arrow Property to Fairchild Gold Corp., which now requires Fairchild shareholder approval, highlighting key financial terms including cash, shares, a secured note, and a royalty.
Gold Price Pullback: Buying Opportunity or Warning Sign?
Gold's 15% retreat from its peak may offer a buying opportunity for long-term investors as key drivers like inflation and central bank demand remain intact.
Forward Industries Optimizes Capital Structure with Strategic Share Buyback
Forward Industries repurchased over 6 million shares at a discount, reducing outstanding shares and reinforcing its disciplined capital allocation strategy while maintaining its Solana treasury.
Citigroup Raises AI Market Forecast to Over $4 Trillion on Strong Business Adoption
Citigroup has increased its global AI market forecast to more than $4 trillion, citing stronger-than-expected uptake by businesses in software development and automation, with implications for specialized firms like Core AI Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: CHAI).
CATL Raises $5 Billion in Hong Kong Share Sale, Signaling Strong Investor Appetite for Clean Energy
Chinese battery manufacturer CATL raised $5 billion from investors in Hong Kong, highlighting sustained global interest in clean energy and electric vehicle technology amid the oil crisis.