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President Donald Trump has opened a rare rift within his party, and the issue driving it is marijuana policy. Last month, Trump announced plans to ease federal rules that govern cannabis, arguing that existing regulations have driven up taxes on marijuana businesses and hindered scientific research into potential medical benefits.

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Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI) was featured in an analyst report from Oak Ridge Financial, which highlights the company’s ongoing transformation into the world’s largest Solana-based Digital Asset Treasury (“DAT”) and evaluates why analysts believe the company may be positioned for long-term value creation. “Forward Industries previously operated as a design, manufacturing and sourcing group, but the company pivoted toward digital asset management. Following a $1.65 billion private placement that provided significant cash and stablecoin commitments, the company now centers its business strategy on acquiring Solana, deploying those holdings across staking, DeFi strategies and institutional partnerships, and growing its asset value through active management. The firm currently holds nearly seven million Solana tokens and maintains approximately $30 million in operating capital for strategic deployment. This shift has made the company one of the most prominent participants in the emerging Solana DAT category,” reads a recent article.

Beeline Holdings (NASDAQ: BLNE) was featured in a recent article that discussed expansion of its AI-Driven lending model. According to the publication, the fast-growing digital mortgage platform “is expanding its effort to modernize the U.S. home-lending process with a digital platform built on automation, AI, and faster decision-making. The company describes its mission as enabling simpler and faster home loans, aiming to support financial mobility for both homebuyers and real estate investors… The company’s approach reflects a shift within the broader mortgage market, where younger buyers are struggling to secure financing. According to National Mortgage Professional, only 26.1% of Gen Z and 54.9% of millennials owned a home in 2024, a marginal improvement attributed largely to limited mortgage access. Beeline says it is targeting this gap with a system that can determine borrower eligibility in minutes, a process the firm argues could support broader homeownership and investment participation… The company is also targeting baby boomers, a segment that holds an estimated $10 trillion in home equity. Beeline’s home-equity products are positioned to offer this demographic an accessible way to deploy capital or supplement retirement income.”

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A recent analysis has determined that prices of gold dropped in the first trading sessions of the year, with spot gold dropping by over 4%. While prices did start the week at a low of $4,274 an ounce, they recovered slightly, increasing to $4,542 an ounce by the week’s end.

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SuperCom (NASDAQ: SPCB), a global provider of secure solutions for the e-Government, IoT, and cybersecurity sectors, secured a new electronic monitoring contract with another juvenile probation agency in Texas, marking its second contract win in the state following its initial entry and underscoring its ability to scale rapidly in newly entered U.S. markets. Under the agreement, the agency selected SuperCom to replace its incumbent electronic monitoring provider and modernize offender supervision using the company’s GPS tracking solution and proprietary monitoring platform, delivered through a simple recurring revenue model based on active daily units.

Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT), a leader in AI-driven data valuation, data monetization, credentialing, and digital engagement technologies, announced that Chief Executive Officer Nathaniel Bradley, along with members of the leadership team, will attend and participate in the ICR Conference 2026 in Orlando, Florida. Mr. Bradley is scheduled to present on Jan. 12, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 9:55 a.m. Eastern Time in Palazzo A-B, where management expects to provide an overview of the company’s strategy and market positioning in the real-world asset (RWA) ecosystem, reinforcing Datavault AI’s focus on institutional investor engagement and long-term growth initiatives.

Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ: LTRN) announced the establishment of an A.I. Center of Excellence and Advanced Agentic Labs in Bengaluru, India, marking a strategic inflection point as the company moves to industrialize its AI-enabled drug discovery capabilities at global scale. The Bengaluru hub will serve as Lantern’s global scale-up center for its proprietary “RADR (R)” AI platform, expanding computational capacity, technical talent, and continuous development cycles to support both its internal oncology pipeline and a growing roster of pharmaceutical and academic collaborators. The initiative will accelerate development of Lantern’s specialized large language and quantitative models for molecular assessment, optimization, and de novo drug generation, while enabling phased expansion beyond oncology into additional disease areas, all while maintaining a cash-neutral financial impact during early deployment.

Data centers could become the unexpected catalyst that finally modernizes Africa’s energy infrastructure. The continent’s explosive digital growth is creating massive demand for reliable electricity, and that appetite is attracting the type of capital investment that has historically avoided African power grids.

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GridAI Technologies (NASDAQ: GRDX) is positioned at the center of a structural shift investors are only beginning to fully appreciate: as artificial intelligence scales, electricity, not chips, talent, or data, is emerging as the binding constraint. Modern power grids were built for predictable, centralized demand, not for AI data centers running 24/7, accelerating EV adoption, and increasingly complex distributed energy assets. That mismatch is turning the grid from a passive utility into a strategic variable, where intelligence, coordination, and real-time optimization matter more than brute-force infrastructure expansion. By positioning itself as a software-driven intelligence layer rather than a power producer or hardware provider, GridAI aligns with a familiar pattern in technology markets, where value concentrates at control points that manage complexity faster than physical systems can evolve.

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A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions Corp. (NASDAQ: AZ) announced its expansion into the toy retail sector with purchase orders totaling 2,000 smart carts from Toys “R” Us Israel and The Red Pirate, two leading Israeli toy retail chains, under 60-month agreements with a minimum contract value of $15 million, excluding additional retail media revenues. Deployment is scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2026, marking A2Z Cust2Mate first entry into a new retail vertical and highlighting the versatility of its smart cart platform, which enables real-time shopper engagement, personalized promotions, and in-cart retail media monetization while providing retailers and brands with actionable insights into customer behavior and campaign performance under a shared advertising revenue model.

Suntex Enterprises (OTC: SNTX) announced that JA Development & Construction, acquired in 2025, has secured a multi-year development agreement in Bastrop, Texas, establishing the company as a long-term construction and maintenance partner supporting the expansion of a major global technology company. The agreement covers ongoing site maintenance, infrastructure support, and new construction activities designed to support current operations while enabling future growth, significantly expanding contracted backlog and providing long-term revenue visibility across phased development cycles.

ParaZero Technologies (NASDAQ: PRZO) reflected on a milestone-filled 2025 for its DropAir(TM) Precision Airdrop System, citing defense validation, regulatory approvals, and successful field trials that advanced the technology from battlefield use toward civilian, medical, and humanitarian applications. During the year, DropAir progressed to Phase II development with the Israeli Ministry of Defense, secured multiple Defense Export Control Agency global marketing approvals, completed 50 consecutive successful deployment tests, and demonstrated precision delivery of blood transfusions from 200 meters AGL in a joint trial with Israeli defense and medical institutions. The results validate DropAir ability to deliver critical supplies into hostile or inaccessible environments without landing, positioning the system as a scalable solution for next-generation logistics across military, emergency-response, and commercial markets.

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI) announced that its Florida-based, wholly owned ballistics protection unit, Safe-Pro USA LLC, will exhibit at the Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade ShowSM (SHOT Show(R)) 2026, scheduled for Jan. 20–23, 2026, at the Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada. Safe-Pro USA will exhibit at the Venetian Expo Level 1, booth No. 41653, where it plans to highlight the expansion of its Made in the USA, ultra-lightweight and ultra-thin hard armor portfolio available to federal, state, and local government agencies through a U.S. General Services Administration Multiple Award Schedule contract, including next-generation armor plates undergoing U.S. Department of Justice National Institute of Justice 0101.07 certification testing and the debut of its new RAPID series patrol-focused ballistic shield designed for increased mobility and rapid response in confined or high-risk environments.

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IBN (InvestorBrandNetwork), a digital communications and engagement platform connecting public companies with investors, announced a strategic partnership with US Observer and its publication, The Economic Sentinel, to expand crisis-response, market defense, and reputation protection capabilities for public companies. Led by CEO Michael Quiel and founded by Edward Snook, US Observer delivers rapid, anonymous intervention against threats such as naked short selling, market manipulation, spoofing, abusive collections, and capitalization destruction through its USO.Live platform, resolving issues in days or weeks rather than years of litigation. The partnership positions IBN clients to access immediate, discreet mitigation tools designed to protect market value, investor confidence, and corporate identity while countering coordinated attacks across trading, legal, and online channels.

Health IT firms in the U.S. are calling for clearer, more consistent AI rules as conflicting state regulations create mounting challenges for companies operating across multiple jurisdictions. Industry leaders say the fragmented approach to AI regulation threatens to slow innovation while producing unequal care standards for patients depending on their location.

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The European Commission has opened an inquiry into serious reports that Grok, an artificial intelligence tool linked to Elon Musk’s social media platform X, may be generating sexualized images that resemble children. The issue has raised alarm across Europe, with officials stressing that such content is illegal and completely unacceptable under EU law.

Every year in January, the BCOM (Bloomberg Commodity Index) conducts commodity rebalancing to ensure that no single commodity within the index accounts for more than 15% of the total value of the index. This rebalancing could result in the prices of gold and silver declining as BCOM sells part of their silver and gold holdings in order to lower their share of the index.

Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT) announced the successful conclusion of Dream Bowl XIV at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, marking the first college bowl game to feature tokenized autograph sessions and a live national broadcast on ESPN+. The all-star event showcased 70 NFL draft prospects from NCAA FCS, Division II, and Division III programs and culminated in a 39-30 Crusaders victory over the Patriots. Datavault AI deployed its proprietary AI-driven data valuation, data monetization, credentialing, and digital engagement platforms to enable blockchain-anchored digital collectibles, real-time analytics, and enhanced fan experiences, while expanding visibility for emerging football talent through a broad sports and entertainment audience.

Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT) highlighted the strategic importance of its New York and Philadelphia edge network deployment with Available Infrastructure SanQtum AI platform, a GPU-powered, zero-trust edge infrastructure featuring national security-grade cybersecurity that enables instant data monetization. The deployment integrates SanQtum AI Enterprise Units directly into Datavault AI patented Information Data Exchange(R), DataScore(R), and DataValue(R) AI agents, allowing real-time data scoring, tokenization at birth, and enterprise-grade AI processing within a private, quantum-resistant edge environment without reliance on public cloud infrastructure. Part of an initial multi-city rollout and a planned expansion to 100 cities nationwide in 2026, the New York and Philadelphia installations position Datavault AI to potentially address a multi-billion-dollar annual recurring revenue opportunity within the two metropolitan areas alone by reducing latency, enhancing security, and transforming raw data into authenticated, tradable digital assets at the point of creation.

New York regulators have published a series of year-end reports outlining how the state’s legal cannabis industry has developed, highlighting strong sales, growing tax revenue, progress on equity goals, and expanded access for medical patients.

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Nightfood Holdings (OTCQB: NGTF), dba as TechForce Robotics, recently announced that the company is developing and launching a proprietary beverage dispensing robotic system called BIM-E (Beverages in Motion – Everywhere). “The system is designed to optimize both beverage revenue and service efficiency and was created to address two major challenges faced by many venues: long wait times and lost revenue caused by insufficient staff during busy periods. It reduces beverage serve time and may help capture lost revenue that often occurs when there’s not enough human servers to meet consumer demand,” an article reads. “The Beverage Bot is engineered to dispense both carbonated beverages and beer with precision, and delivers cold beverages quickly, without sacrificing consistency or quality… The company expects the solution to be especially well-suited for environments where beverage serve speed and volume are required, such as at concerts, sporting events, conferences, festivals, airports, and many others.”

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Soligenix (NASDAQ: SNGX) is a New Jersey-based biopharmaceutical company focused on developing products to treat rare diseases where there is an unmet medical need. The company recently received updated analysis from Zacks Small-Cap Research following its announcement that milestone enrollment had been reached in the ongoing confirmatory Phase 3 FLASH2 trial of HyBryte(TM). The study focuses on the treatment of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, with the overall blinded response rate standing at 48% for patients who have completed treatment. “In the Nov. 20, 2025, research report published by Zacks Small-Cap Research, expert analysis indicated strong conviction about the 50-patient enrollment milestone and encouraging clinical results while noting puzzlement at the market’s subdued response. The report maintains Zacks’ $25 per share valuation for Soligenix, based on a probability-adjusted discounted cash flow model that considers potential future revenues from the company’s product pipeline, including HyBryte, SGX302 and SGX945,” reads an article discussing the company.

HeartBeam (NASDAQ: BEAT) was among the medical device companies highlighted in a Jan. 8 report by Modern Healthcare by Lauren Dubinsky that outlined FDA clearances and approvals across the medical device sector. HeartBeam’s 12-lead electrocardiogram synthesis software was cleared Dec. 8 to assess arrhythmias by converting heart signal data captured from 3 dimensions using the company’s portable, non-invasive recorder into a standard 12-lead ECG format suitable for remote clinical review.

Oncotelic Therapeutics (OTCQB: OTLC) is positioned at the heart of the evolving landscape of pharmaceutical innovation, applying ultra-small carrier technologies to elevate existing cancer therapies. “The company is pioneering how nanotechnology can enhance bioavailability, precision targeting and therapeutic performance of anticancer compounds,” reads a recent article. “The advantages of nanoparticle delivery in pharma are significant… The contemporary view holds that nanocarrier-enabled formulations may be as transformative for drug delivery as the advent of monoclonal antibodies was for biologics… Into this context, Oncotelic Therapeutics, which in its most recent news has advanced nanoparticle-based delivery strategies through its joint venture entity, involving its Deciparticle(TM) platform. The company is now preparing its first-in-human study of an intravenous Everolimus (Afinitor(R)) nanoformulation (Sapu-003) that it codevelops via its subsidiary/partner Sapu Nano. According to the company, Sapu003 is designed to overcome the absorption and tumor-penetration limits of conventional oral Everolimus (Afinitor(R)) by delivering full bioavailability via intravenous nanoparticle delivery.”

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OptimumBank Holdings (NYSE American: OPHC) announced the launch of a limited-time owner-occupied commercial real estate financing promotion for the first quarter of 2026, offering qualified borrowers up to 80 percent loan-to-value at an interest rate of SOFR plus 2.67 percent with a one-quarter point origination fee. The promotion is aimed at supporting growing businesses seeking competitive financing solutions while reinforcing the bank’s relationship-driven lending model and local decision-making approach, with applications required to be completed and submitted by March 31, 2026.

Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI), a developer of AI-powered security and defense solutions, recently announced the formation of a wholly-owned subsidiary called SPAI Ventures ( https://ibn.fm/DYrQK ). This unit was established to evaluate and pursue strategic partnerships and investments with technology developers from the Ukraine and other international markets.

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Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT) highlighted the strategic importance of its New York and Philadelphia edge network deployment with Available Infrastructure’s SanQtum AI platform, a GPU-powered, zero-trust edge infrastructure designed to enable instant data monetization with national security-grade cybersecurity. The deployment integrates SanQtum AI Enterprise Units directly into Datavault AI’s patented Information Data Exchange, DataScore, and Datavalue AI agents, allowing real-time data scoring, tokenization at birth, and enterprise-grade AI processing without reliance on public cloud infrastructure. Company estimates indicate an addressable market exceeding $2 billion in each metropolitan region, driven by strong demand across insurance and financial services applications including real-time data tokenization, AI workloads, secure verification, and private micro-exchanges, positioning Datavault AI for significant recurring revenue opportunities as part of its planned multi-city expansion.

Dutch engineering students have unveiled an electric vehicle concept designed around a simple idea: drivers should be able to fix their own cars. Developed by Eindhoven University of Technology’s TU/ecomotive team, the prototype challenges an industry model that typically locks repairs behind dealerships, proprietary tools, and tightly controlled service networks. The vehicle even carries its own toolbox, signaling a deliberate shift toward user-controlled maintenance.

Immunotherapy has emerged as a more gentle way to treat cancer over the past few years. However, it is very expensive and results are usually inconsistent among patients, especially those suffering from solid tumors. Researchers in Hong Kong have come up with a biomaterial containing silica that can help to address the current shortcomings of immunotherapy and dramatically improve efficacy rates.

As enthusiasm around AI continues to propel share prices to record levels, a growing number of investors are asking a familiar question: Is the market heading toward another speculative bubble, or is this simply the early stage of a lasting shift?

GridAI Technologies (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.

Five European cities are shining in sustainability efforts, demonstrating how urban centers can leverage technology and innovation to create more livable, environmentally responsible environments. From revolutionary transport systems to circular economies, these municipalities are proving that smart city solutions can balance growth with environmental protection while enhancing residents’ quality of life.

Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder of Binance, recently reignited discussion about the future of crypto by arguing that the sector remains relatively small despite its long-term promise. His remarks, shared widely after being reposted by Watcher.Guru, quickly circulated across social media platforms and crypto forums, prompting renewed debate about where the industry stands in its development cycle.

Crypto has come a long way from being seen as risky and uncertain. As 2026 begins, digital assets are no longer sitting on the edges of finance; they are becoming part of the global financial system. Clearer rules, growing trust from big institutions, and new technology are shaping how crypto works and who uses it. For investors, understanding the key trends ahead matters more than chasing hype.

The United States Supreme Court has set a date to hear arguments in a closely watched case that could determine whether federal restrictions on gun ownership for people who use cannabis are constitutional.

ParaZero Technologies (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.

Nightfood Holdings Inc. (OTCQB: NGTF) d.b.a. TechForce Robotics, is heading into the new year with news that points to faster deployment, broader product capability and a clearer path to scaled revenue. In late December, the company detailed a manufacturing scale strategy designed to meet rising demand, then unveiled a new in-house beverage robotics platform aimed at helping high-traffic venues serve more customers, more quickly, with fewer operational bottlenecks. Together, the announcements signal a push to convert interest and pilots into larger fleet rollouts while expanding the portfolio with proprietary systems built for measurable customer returns.

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CMO Yaniv Zukerman argues retailers must close the gap between transactional data and real customer journeys

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SKYX Platforms (NASDAQ: SKYX), a smart home platform technology company focused on making homes and buildings safe and smart as a new standard, announced it has joined the NVIDIA Connect Program, providing access to NVIDIA’s cloud and artificial intelligence ecosystem to support development of its patented all-in-one smart home platform and hub. The collaboration is intended to accelerate SKYX’s AI-driven roadmap by enabling advanced capabilities such as voice control, real-time analytics, safety intelligence, privacy-first cloud processing and whole-home connectivity, while reinforcing the company’s vision of transforming the ceiling into the AI-powered brain of the home across multiple domains including safety, environmental monitoring, behavioral insights and predictive intelligence.

VolitionRx (NYSE American: VNRX), a multinational epigenetics company, announced results from a clinical study demonstrating high accuracy of its Nu.Q Vet Feline assay in detecting lymphoma in cats, the most common cancer in the species. At 100% specificity, meaning no false positives, the blood-based assay detected more than 80% of feline lymphomas, supporting development of what the company expects to be the world’s first simple and affordable liquid biopsy test for feline cancer.

ParaZero Technologies (NASDAQ: PRZO), an aerospace defense company specializing in smart, autonomous solutions for manned and unmanned aerial systems, announced that its DefendAir Counter-Unmanned Aerial System has achieved 100% interception success in live field demonstrations against two of the most challenging hostile drone threats: FPV kamikaze attack drones and DJI FlyCart heavy-lift smuggling drones. Conducted under controlled real-world conditions, the demonstrations validated DefendAir’s patented, net-based, non-explosive interception technology, building on prior trials that also recorded perfect interception rates against fast-incoming multirotor threats and reinforcing the system’s applicability for military forces, border security and critical infrastructure protection.

Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT), a leader in data monetization, credentialing and digital engagement technologies, announced that its board of directors has set Feb. 21, 2026, or such other date as determined by the board, as the distribution date for its previously announced dividend of warrants to purchase shares of common stock for eligible record equity holders. The previously announced record date remains Jan. 7, 2026, with the warrants to be distributed on the basis of one warrant for each 60 shares of common stock held, or shares underlying other Datavault AI equity securities, subject to applicable contractual terms.

Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT), a leader in data monetization, credentialing and digital engagement technologies, announced that its board of directors has set Feb. 21, 2026, or such other date as determined by the board, as the distribution date for its previously announced dividend of warrants to purchase shares of common stock for eligible record equity holders. The previously announced record date remains Jan. 7, 2026, with the warrants to be distributed on the basis of one warrant for each 60 shares of common stock held, or shares underlying other Datavault AI equity securities, subject to applicable contractual terms.

Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT), a leader in instant data monetization and enterprise digital twins, announced it will deliver enterprise-grade artificial intelligence performance at the edge in New York and Philadelphia through an expanded collaboration with IBM using the SanQtum AI platform operated by Available Infrastructure. The deployment will utilize IBM watsonx AI products running within SanQtum AI’s zero-trust, micro edge data center network to enable cybersecure data storage and compute, real-time data scoring, tokenization, credentialing, and ultra-low-latency processing across two of the most data-dense metropolitan regions in the United States, supporting enterprise AI workloads without reliance on public cloud infrastructure.

A recent report has determined that by 2035, the global demand for copper shall have hit 42.7 million tons annually, representing a 24% increase. The report highlights that electrification initiatives like electric car production and renewable energy systems are driving long-term demand growth that extends well beyond conventional construction and industrial uses.

Norway has moved closer to eliminating internal combustion engine vehicles from its new car market, achieving penetration levels that position the country on the brink of becoming the first to effectively phase out gasoline and diesel automobiles entirely. The transformation rests on a foundation of financial carrots rather than regulatory sticks.

At least 40 million individuals from around the world use ChatGPT each day seeking information on health care-related topics, an analysis conducted by AI tool Knit. The report underscores how people use the technology and the need for oversight so that millions don’t get wrong information on such an important matter as their health.

Few companies have benefited from the surge in AI as visibly as Nvidia. Since generative AI tools entered the mainstream more than three years ago, demand for the company’s chips has surged, pushing revenue, margins, and cash holdings to record levels. Investors have followed suit, sending Nvidia’s share price sharply higher and lifting its market value to $4.6 trillion.

UK crypto traders will face tighter reporting rules from the start of the year as tax authorities move to close long-standing gaps in compliance. As of 1 January, individuals using crypto platforms must provide complete account information, or risk incurring penalties.

The U.S. e-commerce market is going through a major shift, and the results are becoming clear. While some foreign platforms are losing ground, Amazon continues to grow and hold its position as the country’s leading online retailer . New trade policies, rising costs, and changing consumer habits are reshaping how Americans shop online.

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Lixte Biotechnology Holdings (NASDAQ: LIXT) announced an expansion of its collaboration with The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and pharmaceutical manufacturer GSK on an ongoing clinical trial evaluating its proprietary compound LB-100 in combination with GSK’s Dostarlimab for the treatment of ovarian clear cell cancer. The trial, initiated in January 2024 and led by Amir Jazaeri, MD, at MD Anderson, has added a second site at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University under the direction of Emily M. Hinchcliff, MD, MPH, and is expected to double enrollment to 42 patients following completion of its initial 21-patient target. The company also expects data from the initial cohort to be presented in the first half of 2026.

Florida’s debate over recreational cannabis is resurfacing after a failed ballot initiative and renewed public support, setting the stage for a possible return to voters in 2026.

Estrella Immunopharma (NASDAQ: ESLA, ESLAW) announced the closing of its previously announced registered direct offering with a single healthcare-focused institutional investor, generating aggregate gross proceeds of approximately $8.0 million. The offering included the issuance of 4,063,290 shares of common stock and 1,000,000 pre-funded warrants, together with a concurrent private placement of common warrants to purchase up to 7,594,935 additional shares, with net proceeds expected to be used for general corporate purposes and working capital as the company advances its CD19 and CD22-targeted ARTEMIS T-cell therapy programs, including lead candidate EB103. Aegis Capital Corp. acted as exclusive placement agent for the offerings.

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Safe & Green Holdings (NASDAQ: SGBX) announced the launch of a comprehensive corporate rebranding initiative that includes a planned name change to Olenox Industries Inc. and a corresponding update to its trading symbol, reflecting the company’s transformation into a fully integrated energy and infrastructure solutions platform. The rebranding aligns the company’s market identity with its operating strategy following a year of operational and strategic restructuring and includes the consolidation of subsidiaries into a unified operating structure while promoting core commercial brands such as Giant Containers and Machfu Monitoring to support scalable growth across energy, technology, construction, water systems, and related infrastructure markets.

Wearable Devices (NASDAQ: WLDS), a tech company specializing in AI-powered touchless sensing wearables, recently announced a few updates to improve gesture-based interaction across the smart-glasses ecosystem.

BlockQuarry (OTC: BLQC) reported strong market interest following the opening of preorders for its BLQCBuster(TM) crypto mining platform, citing significant inbound engagement from institutional and enterprise-scale operators seeking American-manufactured, high-uptime mining hardware. The company indicated that early inquiries reflect demand for domestic solutions to mitigate supply chain risk and support large-scale infrastructure upgrades, and that it is advancing a strategic “First-Off-Line” program under which select clients will validate initial production units ahead of broader multi-megawatt deployments. The BLQCBuster(TM), engineered in New York and manufactured in Pennsylvania, features a modular 2U rack-mountable design, hot-swappable nodes, and patent-pending Dynamic Superbalancing technology intended to enhance reliability and uptime.

Wearable Devices (NASDAQ: WLDS) announced a collaboration with Rokid, a global pioneer in human-computer interaction and augmented reality, to enable natural, fast, and consistent gesture control for AI and AR glasses using the company’s Mudra Link neural wristband. Under the collaboration, Mudra Link and Rokid Glasses are compatible and ready for each other, featuring out-of-the-box pairing, pre-mapped gestures, and a shared setup flow, with joint marketing and consumer bundle opportunities planned for an initial rollout in the second quarter of 2026. The companies are also demonstrating the combined experience at CES 2026, highlighting a touch-free, wrist-based control approach designed to reduce friction in everyday interactions with smart glasses. announced a collaboration with Rokid, a global pioneer in human-computer interaction and augmented reality, to enable natural, fast, and consistent gesture control for AI and AR glasses using the company’s Mudra Link neural wristband. Under the collaboration, Mudra Link and Rokid Glasses are compatible and ready for each other, featuring out-of-the-box pairing, pre-mapped gestures, and a shared setup flow, with joint marketing and consumer bundle opportunities planned for an initial rollout in the second quarter of 2026. The companies are also demonstrating the combined experience at CES 2026, highlighting a touch-free, wrist-based control approach designed to reduce friction in everyday interactions with smart glasses.

Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT) announced a collaboration with Riflessi, a premium Fifth Avenue retail destination in New York City, to deploy the company’s DVHOLO(TM) holographic display platform and ADIO(R) spatial audio technology beginning in February 2026. The collaboration is designed to enable luxury fashion and lifestyle brands to sponsor immersive holographic and spatial audio experiences within high-value physical retail environments, supporting brand storytelling, pre-sale initiatives, and measurable consumer engagement while generating new revenue opportunities through Datavault AI’s data experience, valuation, and monetization framework.