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ParaZero Technologies (NASDAQ: PRZO) announced the closing of its previously announced registered direct offering with a single institutional investor, generating approximately $4 million in gross proceeds through the sale of 5,333,333 ordinary shares and pre-funded warrants at $0.75 per share. The transaction, which closed March 24, 2026, will support general corporate purposes and working capital, with Aegis Capital Corp. acting as exclusive placement agent.

With the Iran war continuing to choke oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, countries across the globe have major incentive to accelerate their clean energy transitions as vulnerabilities in fossil fuel supply chains become impossible to ignore.

The U.S. Justice Department unveiled the largest asset confiscation in the nation’s history last October, seizing $15 billion worth of Bitcoin. Authorities linked the funds to Cambodia’s Prince Group, which prosecutors claim ran a far-reaching network involving large-scale online fraud and human trafficking.

A study published after Anthropic and OpenAI each unveiled dedicated AI initiatives for use in health care found that ChatGPT’s Health chatbot exhibited a 50% likelihood to give erroneous advice by recommending that users delay seeking care and yet the situation actually warranted immediate attention.

The United States is taking a major step toward clearer cryptocurrency regulation. In a new framework released by the SEC and the CFTC, several major digital assets have now been officially categorized as digital commodities. This includes Solana, Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and Cardano. The decision marks an important shift in how the government views and plans to oversee the crypto market.

Chemaf, a mineral exploration and production firm in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is set to be acquired by Virtus Minerals . Virtus is a critical minerals firm based in the United States. It is primarily involved in the exploration and production of lithium and rare earth minerals, as well as sulfide mineralization.

Electric cars sitting idle in driveways and parking lots could help stabilize power networks by sending electricity back into the grid during peak consumption hours, yet this vehicle-to-grid concept hasn’t moved beyond small tests across the United States. New research from North Carolina State University identifies why the technology with clear benefits for drivers and utilities alike remains mostly theoretical.

For a long time, scientists have been working tirelessly to come up with vaccines against cancer. Significant progress is being registered in developing mRNA vaccines against cancer, but this progress has come up against a wall of misinformation that could thwart the prospects of this promising intervention.

U.S. federal prosecutors have charged three people linked to AI server producer Super Micro Computer, including one of its founders, with orchestrating the illegal transfer of American AI technology to China, in breach of export regulations.

Rail Vision (NASDAQ: RVSN) announced that its ordinary shares have begun trading on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under the symbol C80, while continuing to trade on the Nasdaq Capital Market under RVSN. The company said the dual listing is expected to enhance visibility and trading liquidity in Europe, broaden its investor base and provide expanded access to European institutional and retail investors.

Ucore Rare Metals (TSXV: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) announced it has executed a memorandum of understanding dated March 16, 2026 with Vulcan Elements Inc. to collaborate on developing a domestic rare earth magnet supply chain for defense and commercial applications, with plans for Ucore to supply NdPr oxide and Dy oxides at commercial scale beginning in 2027. The collaboration links Ucore’s separation platform in Ontario and planned Louisiana Strategic Metals Complex with Vulcan’s North Carolina manufacturing operations, as both companies work toward advancing production, technical specifications and a longer-term commercial supply agreement.

Earth Science Tech (OTC: ETST) announced the official launch of MyOnlineConsultation.com through MOCTeledoc LLC, a fully integrated doctor network providing technology and clinical staffing solutions to digital health companies, following a beta phase that achieved cash-flow-positive status. The platform supports ETST’s vertically integrated healthcare ecosystem by connecting its prescriber network with compounding pharmacies, including RxCompound and Mister Meds, while offering turnkey telehealth technology, clinical staffing and integrated fulfillment as the company positions MOCTeledoc as a new revenue stream alongside divisions that generated $25.9 million for the nine months ended Dec. 31, 2025.

Oncotelic Therapeutics (OTCQB: OTLC) announced that its subsidiary Sapu Nano will present its Deciparticle (TM) nanomedicine platform and clinical pipeline at BIO-Europe Spring 2026 on March 25, where it has been selected as a presenting company. The company will highlight its next-generation drug delivery technology along with two lead candidates, Sapu003 (Everolimus for Injection), currently in Phase 1 trials, and Sapu006 (Docetaxel for Injection), entering Phase 1, as it seeks strategic partnerships to advance development and commercialization.

NRx Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: NRXP) announced the filing of its Form 10-K for the year ended Dec. 31, 2025, highlighting progress across its clinical-stage pipeline and HOPE Therapeutics operations, including advancing two drug candidates toward FDA approval and opening its first HOPE Therapeutics clinics focused on neuroplastic care. The company reported a reduced operating loss of $16.2 million, down from $18.5 million in 2024, alongside lower research and development and general and administrative expenses, and ended the year with approximately $7.8 million in cash, which management believes will support operations through the end of 2026.

American Fusion (OTC: AMFN) is participating in key industry events, including the 17th International Workshop on Anomalies in Hydrogen Loaded Metals (IWAHLM-17), held March 24-26, 2026 in Bergamo, Italy, and the Applied Power Electronics Conference (APEC), taking place March 22-26, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. The engagements bring together researchers, engineers and industry participants focused on hydrogen-metal systems, power electronics and advanced energy technologies, and are part of the company’s ongoing efforts to remain involved in technical discussions, monitor developments across related fields and build relationships within the broader energy and infrastructure ecosystem.

Gaxos.ai (NASDAQ: GXAI) announced that its portfolio company, America First Defense (AFD), has begun deployment of the Anduril Lattice Platform to expand its counter-swarm UAV and anti-drone defense systems, marking a key milestone in advancing its autonomous defense infrastructure. The integration enhances AFD’s ability to identify, track, assess and respond to evolving unmanned aerial threats, supporting its focus on layered, AI-enabled counter-UAS solutions as demand grows for adaptive, software-defined defense technologies.

ECGI Holdings (OTC: ECGI) announced it has signed a definitive share exchange agreement to acquire RezyFi Inc. in a transaction valued at $25 million, adding a 29-state licensed mortgage origination platform with approximately $140 million in annual funding to its mortgage tokenization platform. The acquisition would integrate mortgage origination, compliance, reporting and tokenization within a single platform, building on ECGI’s ongoing pilot with Nomyx Technology Labs to tokenize up to $10 million in residential loans, while the company continues advancing its investor portal and working toward closing requirements.

Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ: LTRN) will host a webcast to discuss its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2025 operating and financial results on March 30 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Management, led by President and Chief Executive Officer Panna Sharma, will review results for the period ended Dec. 31, 2025 and provide updates on upcoming milestones, clinical trials and developments related to its RADR (R) AI and machine learning platform.

Virginia is on the verge of establishing a legal marketplace for recreational cannabis, five years after lawmakers permitted possession but stopped short of creating a system for sales. The General Assembly approved legislation that would set up a regulated retail structure, resolving a long-running gap in state policy.

Soligenix (NASDAQ: SNGX) is advancing a differentiated approach to orphan drug development, emphasizing a de-risked model focused on patient safety and capital efficiency, as highlighted in a recent citybiz feature . The company’s lead candidate, HyBryte(TM), targets cutaneous T-cell lymphoma using visible light activation rather than traditional chemotherapy or UV-based therapies, with clinical data indicating faster response times and a favorable safety profile, while also supporting potential at-home treatment through telehealth-enabled delivery.

Autonomous-driven robotics is shifting from concept demonstrations to measurable operational deployment. As labor shortages and wage pressures persist across hospitality, healthcare and public venues, automation is increasingly viewed as infrastructure rather than innovation theater.

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ParaZero Technologies (NASDAQ: PRZO) announced it has entered into a definitive agreement for a registered direct offering with a single institutional investor expected to generate approximately $4 million in gross proceeds through the sale of 5,333,333 ordinary shares (or pre-funded warrants) at $0.75 per share. The company said proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes and working capital, with the transaction expected to close on or about March 24, 2026, and Aegis Capital Corp. acting as exclusive placement agent.

OptimumBank Holdings (NYSE American: OPHC) announced it has been ranked No. 49 in the S&P Global Market Intelligence 2025 Top 100 Best-Performing U.S. Community Banks under $3 billion in assets, placing it among the top 1.4% of 3,465 eligible institutions and as the only Florida-based bank included in the ranking. The recognition, based on metrics including profitability, growth, efficiency, asset quality and capitalization, reflects the bank’s strong financial performance and disciplined approach, with management also invited to share insights as one of two institutions selected for a national S&P webinar on top-performing banks.

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI), a developer of AI-powered defense, security, and situational awareness solutions, recently announced that the company has completed its participation in the U.S. Army Transforming in Contact (“TiC”) 2.0 Autonomous Breach ( https://ibn.fm/Tndrj ) event.

Soligenix (NASDAQ: SNGX) announced that new supportive trial data for HyBryte(TM) in the treatment of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma will be presented at the United States Cutaneous Lymphoma Consortium Workshop on March 26, 2026, ahead of the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting. The presentations will highlight positive results from a long-term treatment study and a comparative analysis versus Valchlor(R), supporting HyBryte(TM) potential as a therapeutic option for CTCL.

SKYX Platforms (NASDAQ: SKYX) announced it will host a corporate update call to present its fourth quarter and full-year 2025 financial results on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. ET.

Uranium Energy (NYSE American: UEC) announced regulatory approval and startup of three additional header houses at its Christensen Ranch project in Wyoming, supporting increased uranium production capacity, while additional infrastructure remains under construction and pending approval, and its Burke Hollow project in Texas awaits final startup authorization. The company also reported that its subsidiary, United States Uranium Refining & Conversion Corp., received a docket number from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission for a planned uranium conversion facility, marking a key step in the licensing process as UEC advances its strategy to become a vertically integrated U.S. nuclear fuel supplier.

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Men make up just 5% of people getting genetic tests for inherited cancer risks despite dying from cancer at higher rates than women, new research shows . Analysis of more than 224,000 tests revealed men who do get screened face much higher odds of carrying dangerous genetic mutations, with positive results hitting 14% versus 8% for women.

Nvidia is making a bold move to change how people use artificial intelligence in everyday life. At its 2026 GTC conference, Nvidia shared a clear message: the future of AI is not just about powerful machines, but about smart agents that can work alongside humans.

In what is shaping up to be a bad month for precious metals, gold and silver prices have slumped further as concerns increase that the escalating war in the Middle East could lead to a spike in inflation and cause a recession in the global economy.

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Beeline Holdings (NASDAQ: BLNE), a fast-growing digital mortgage platform redefining the path to homeownership, announced the launch of a new automated lending pathway designed to streamline the home financing process. The company recently introduced its Self-Service Mortgage Experience (“SSME”), a platform feature that allows borrowers to explore customized loan options, model mortgage scenarios and lock interest rates entirely online. According to a company announcement, the first phase of the feature launched on March 11 and is currently available to roughly half of conventional mortgage applicants using Beeline’s platform ( https://ibn.fm/ekxEb ).

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Oncotelic Therapeutics (OTCQB: OTLC) announced that its subsidiary Sapu Nano will present new data on everolimus toxicology at the Society of Toxicology 2026 Annual Meeting and ToxExpo in San Diego, highlighting findings on tissue concentration–driven effects and organ-specific outcomes beyond traditional plasma pharmacokinetics. The presentation underscores the importance of tissue-level drug distribution in determining toxicity profiles and supports the development of improved delivery strategies, including intravenous and nanoparticle-based formulations.

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DitGold (CRYPTO: DITAU) is now listed on Coinranking, an independent cryptocurrency data platform known for its real-time pricing, exchange aggregation and user-focused design, providing increased visibility and access to market data across more than 300 exchanges. Coinranking emphasizes unbiased listings without paid placement, alongside fast, mobile-first functionality and millisecond-level data updates, positioning DitAu within a transparent market data environment as the project continues to build out its blockchain-based ecosystem focused on the tokenization and monetization of data assets.

Linkers Industries Limited (NASDAQ: LNKS) announced the pricing of a best-efforts public offering expected to generate approximately $16 million in gross proceeds through the sale of 23,088,023 units priced at $0.693 per unit, each consisting of one Class A ordinary share (or pre-funded warrant) and accompanying Series A and Series B warrants. The company said proceeds will be used in part to support a potential increase in its equity stake in LPW Electronics Co. Ltd., where it currently holds 20%, with the balance allocated to capital expenditures, working capital and general corporate purposes, with closing expected on or about March 24, 2026.

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American Fusion (OTC: AMFN) announced the appointment of Michael Carlson as chief financial officer, bringing more than 30 years of experience in corporate finance, capital markets and advisory leadership, including prior roles at Budapest Airport and KPMG, as the company continues building its executive team to support capital formation and commercialization of its fusion energy platform. The company also reported completion of PCAOB audits for fiscal 2024 and 2025 and the filing of a Form 10 registration statement, while noting progress in ongoing legal matters, including a Delaware court decision denying motions related to its Series 2020 preferred shares and a pending outcome from a Washington State hearing.

The relationship between growth companies and the capital markets has rarely been static. Periods of economic expansion often reward bold innovation and aggressive scaling, while more disciplined market environments place greater emphasis on operational execution, capital efficiency, and strategic clarity. As markets continue to recalibrate following several years of volatility and shifting interest-rate expectations, the dialogue between investors and emerging growth companies has become increasingly focused on fundamentals.

DitGold (CRYPTO: DITAU) is now listed on Coinranking, an independent cryptocurrency data platform known for its real-time pricing, exchange aggregation and user-focused design, providing increased visibility and access to market data across more than 300 exchanges. Coinranking emphasizes unbiased listings without paid placement, alongside fast, mobile-first functionality and millisecond-level data updates, positioning DitAu within a transparent market data environment as the project continues to build out its blockchain-based ecosystem focused on the tokenization and monetization of data assets.

The U.S. Health and Human Services Department (HHS) announced that federal workplace drug testing programs will continue screening for cannabis metabolites, maintaining the current approach.

DitGold (CRYPTO: DITAU) is now accessible through the Coinbase app decentralized exchange (DEX) functionality, enabling users to trade the token directly using assets such as USDC or ETH within the platform. The availability follows Coinbase Global Inc. (NASDAQ: COIN) continued expansion of its DEX capabilities, which provide access to a broad range of Ethereum- and Base-based tokens without requiring centralized exchange listings.

Co-Diagnostics (NASDAQ: CODX) announced that its Indian joint venture, CoSara Diagnostics Pvt. Ltd., has signed an agreement to expand its commercial and distribution territory across South Asia to include Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal and Sri Lanka, significantly increasing its addressable market to an estimated $13.0 billion. The expansion supports planned commercialization of the CoSara PCR Pro(R) point-of-care platform and SARAGENE(R) product line, subject to regulatory approvals, as the company builds regional distribution channels and positions for broader deployment of its molecular diagnostics solutions.

Brazil Potash (NYSE-American: GRO) announced that CEO Matt Simpson has been invited to participate as a speaker on a Global Food Security Panel at the Inter-American Development Bank Annual Meeting of Governors, to be held in Asunción, Paraguay, a major international development finance gathering that includes representatives from member nations, multilateral institutions and global investors. The invitation highlights growing recognition of the company Autazes Project as a potential contributor to Brazil fertilizer independence, as the country currently imports the majority of its potash despite its position as a leading agricultural exporter, with the project expected to support domestic supply and help address global food security challenges.

Regulatory recognition from international health authorities can significantly shape the trajectory of emerging therapies worldwide, particularly in rare disease development where clinical pathways are often complex and resource intensive. Soligenix (NASDAQ: SNGX), a late-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing treatments for rare diseases and unmet medical needs, recently received such recognition as its investigational therapy SGX945 was granted Promising Innovative Medicine (“PIM”) designation by the United Kingdom’s (“UK’s”) Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (“MHRA”).

Perpetuals.com (NASDAQ: PDC) announced that CEO Patrick Gruhn will present and host a live question-and-answer session at the Emerging Growth Conference on April 1, 2026, at 12:35 p.m. ET, where he is expected to discuss the company AI-powered financial services platform and engage with investors.

Pelican Acquisition (NASDAQ: PELI) announced that shareholders approved its proposed business combination with Pelican Holdco Inc., Greenland Exploration Limited and March GL Company at an extraordinary general meeting held March 19, 2026, with closing of the transaction expected on or about March 24, 2026. The deal is intended to form a publicly traded energy company focused on advancing global energy security through the responsible development of Greenland natural resources.

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI) is a technology company delivering advanced security and defense solutions to customers in government and industry, such as homeland security, law enforcement, defense, humanitarian, and commercial markets.

Over in Michigan, in the city of Ann Arbor, a new approach to clean energy is taking shape through the creation of a Sustainable Energy Utility (SEU). This is a program run by the city, designed to work alongside the existing private utility rather than replace it. The initiative aims to accelerate the transition to renewable energy while improving affordability and reliability for residents.

BEV prices in Europe dropped 4% in 2025 to roughly $45,000, driven by affordable smaller models and intensifying competition from Chinese automakers. The B-segment, which includes compact cars like the Citroën ë-C3 as well as Renault 5, saw prices fall 13% as manufacturers rushed to meet stricter European Union emissions targets.

Enormous resources are being channeled into studying different ways to support the immune system in its fight against cancer. One emerging approach is the use of oncolytic viruses. This approach seeks to leverage viruses to destroy cancer by attacking and killing its cells.

Autonomous vehicles are edging closer to everyday use, yet expanding them safely across Europe continues to pose major hurdles. The region’s patchwork of traffic laws, road systems, and densely built cities makes it difficult to rely only on simulated testing. Developers increasingly need real-world driving data to refine how these systems operate in varied conditions.

As the world continues to grapple with the energy-related repercussions of the ongoing Iran war, climate change experts say decarbonization could be the key to reducing the number of wars across the world in the future.

The crypto market is once again showing resilience, pushing beyond a period of sideways movement into a clearer upward trajectory. Recent data from CoinMarketCap’s weekly gainers list highlights notable activity, particularly among projects linked to AI and decentralized infrastructure.

Tech investor sentiment was rattled after Iran targeted Ras Laffan, an industrial city in Qatar that houses critical oil infrastructure and natural gas export facilities. As concerns about supply chains pivotal to the tech industry grew, tech stocks in Asia took a beating during the day’s trading on Thursday.

JD.com, one of China’s largest online retailers, is taking a major step into the global market by expanding its Joybuy platform across Europe. The company has launched its services in several countries, including the United Kingdom, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg. This move shows JD’s strong ambition to grow beyond its home market and compete directly with global giant Amazon.

Experts working across oncology are exploring how different treatment approaches can work together to improve outcomes for cancer patients. One area drawing significant attention involves combining immunotherapy with chemotherapy to help the immune system better recognize and attack tumors. LIXTE Biotechnology Holdings (NASDAQ: LIXT) is working within this emerging field through the development of its experimental compound LB-100, which is designed to enhance the effectiveness of existing cancer therapies by targeting biological mechanisms that influence immune recognition and tumor sensitivity to treatment.

ParaZero Technologies (NASDAQ: PRZO) announced the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement with India-based BonV Aero to market its portfolio of counter-UAS solutions, led by the DefendAir system, a mobile, net-based interception platform designed for rapid deployment against hostile drones, while also enabling future configurations and integrations. The companies have already conducted a live demonstration of the portable DefendAir launcher for a key security entity in India, validating its real-world effectiveness and positioning ParaZero to expand its presence in a strategically important market as it explores additional collaboration opportunities across counter-drone applications.

Black Hawk Acquisition (Nasdaq: BKHA, BKHAU, BKHAR) announced that its proposed de-SPAC acquisition target, Vesicor Therapeutics Inc., has appointed Michael Tolentino, M.D., as chief executive officer effective March 17, 2026, succeeding founder Luo Feng, Ph.D., who will transition to chief scientific officer as the company advances its p53-based cancer therapeutic platform and prepares for IND-enabling studies and a planned FDA submission. Dr. Tolentino brings more than 20 years of biotechnology leadership experience spanning drug discovery, clinical development and company building, including roles in the development of Avastin and leadership positions at multiple biotech firms, and is expected to support execution of Vesicor growth strategy and progression toward its proposed merger with Black Hawk Acquisition Corporation.

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Research Solutions (NASDAQ: RSSS) is a holding company providing software and AI solutions for enterprise R&D teams and academic institutions. Through proprietary data, integrated workflows, and access infrastructure, the company gives modern researchers and their AI systems the infrastructure to find, trust, and act on scientific research faster.

A new study suggests that marijuana legalization may be linked to changes in crime patterns over time. Researchers found that allowing cannabis for recreational use among adults appears connected to gradual declines in violent offenses, while laws permitting medical marijuana are associated with decreases in property-related crimes.

SuperCom (NASDAQ: SPCB), a global provider of secured solutions for e-Government, IoT and cybersecurity sectors, announced it has been awarded a new national electronic monitoring contract by Sweden’s Prison and Probation Service valued at approximately $17 million over up to nine years, under which the company will deploy its PureSecurity Electronic Monitoring Suite across offender tracking, home detention and facility monitoring programs, with potential expansion into additional services such as alcohol monitoring, as Sweden’s growing public safety infrastructure drives increased demand for scalable monitoring solutions.

Fusion energy has long been discussed as a potential source of reliable, carbon-free electricity. For decades, however, the technology has remained largely confined to research laboratories and government programs. Now a growing number of private companies are attempting to shorten that timeline. Among them is Renewal Fuels (OTC: RNWF) (d/b/a American Fusion(TM)), an advanced energy platform company focused on the development and commercialization of fusion energy technologies through its subsidiary Kepler Fusion Technologies.

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ECGI Holdings (OTC: ECGI) announced continued progress on its $10 million mortgage tokenization pilot through RezyFi and its subsidiary ResMac as tokenized real-world assets surpass $26.4 billion in on-chain value and gain increasing regulatory support, with recent actions from U.S. regulators reinforcing the framework for tokenized securities, while the company advances its pilot to evaluate more efficient representation, tracking and transfer of mortgage assets and positions itself for potential commercialization pending results and market conditions.

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Research Solutions (NASDAQ: RSSS), a provider of software and AI solutions for enterprise R&D teams and academic institutions, announced its participation in the 38th Annual Roth Conference, taking place March 22-24, 2026, in Dana Point, California, where members of its executive management team will host one-on-one and small group investor meetings and provide early previews of its new agentic research toolkit.

Capital from the Gulf is streaming into Africa ’s fledgling clean energy industry at an accelerated pace as the war between the U.S., Israel, and Iran heats up. The conflict has exposed how vulnerable global commodity flows remain to disruption along critical maritime routes. That vulnerability is now pushing long-term investors toward energy assets in regions where supply does not hinge on any single corridor staying open.

As the U.S. continues to wage war in Iran alongside Israel, the subsequent rise in gas prices has caused interest in battery electric vehicles (BEVs) to rise. Unlike combustion engine vehicles, BEVs are entirely powered by electricity, making them relatively insulated from shocks to the global fuel market.

Bitcoin rose to $74,500 in early Monday U.S. trading, marking its highest level since the start of February. The rally represents a rebound of nearly one quarter from the crypto’s February trough near $60,000. The price move occurred alongside easing energy markets and renewed strength in global equities.