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  1. Silver Bullet Data Services Reaches EBITDA Positive as AI Data Demand Accelerates

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    Silver Bullet Data Services Reaches EBITDA Positive as AI Data Demand Accelerates

    Silver Bullet Data Services (LON:SBDS) has entered a new phase of maturity after delivering a trading update that signals a shift into EBITDA positivity while positioning the business at the centre of corporate AI transformation. In this interview, CEO Ian James explains how operational streamlining, new client wins and rising demand for robust data infrastructure are reshaping the company’s trajectory. With 73% of expected revenue already secured for the year and a strong Q1 underway, the business is now focused on scaling long-term client relationships while enabling organisations to unlock the value of their data for AI-driven growth. Key Moments 00:10 – IntroductionIan James joins DirectorsTalk to discuss the company’s trading update for the year ending 31 December 2025. 00:26 – Review of 2025 performanceRevenue remained broadly flat year-on-year due to slower decision-making from US clients and the impact of the US government shutdown. 01:08 – Strategic cost restructuringThe company streamlined its operations and reduced costs, creating a leaner structure that is now driving profitability. 01:20 – EBITDA positive milestoneSilver Bullet Data Services reports it is already trading EBITDA positive in the early months of the year. 02:11 – AI transformation opportunityGrowing demand for AI adoption is increasing the need for robust data infrastructure and advanced data tools. 02:32 – New client winsThe company secured a major European airline client and a significant US data products client, which will contribute to 2026 growth. 03:06 – Return to growth outlookManagement is confident the business will return to growth while maintaining profitability. 04:43 – 73% of revenue already securedA strong base of recurring revenue provides visibility and confidence in achieving budget targets. 06:14 – What investors should watchFocus remains on expanding the client base, delivering AI-driven data solutions and maintaining EBITDA momentum. Silver Bullet Data Services helps organisations unlock value from their data by providing advanced data infrastructure, AI-ready data capabilities and expert consultancy services that support digital and AI transformation.

    7 min

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    Accesso Technology Group plc New Payments Strategy Drives Margin Strength and Shareholder Returns

    Accesso Technology Group plc (LON:ACSO) is tightening its grip on the leisure technology market with a new embedded payments strategy, a sizeable tender offer, and upgraded margin expectations. In this interview, Hardman & Co analyst Richard Jeans explains why the Adyen partnership materially deepens Accesso’s role in the value chain, how virtual queuing remains resilient despite sector headwinds, and why the shares trade at a level he believes does not reflect the improving quality of earnings.Key Moments 00:10 – Overview of Accesso’s business model and global footprint01:29 – Adyen selected as global white-labelled payments partner02:04 – Virtual queuing update and Six Flags contract extension03:38 – Revenue beat and improving cash EBITDA margins04:33 – Strategic importance of the Adyen partnership05:31 – £14.5m tender offer at 300p and capital allocation rationale06:18 – Assessing AI disruption risk in vertical SaaS07:05 – Updated forecasts and restructuring impact08:23 – Investment case: valuation, cash generation and peer discount Accesso Technology Group plc provides mission-critical vertical software to the global leisure industry, serving more than 1,100 venues across 33 countries. Its solutions optimise the entire guest journey, helping attractions, cultural venues and live entertainment operators increase revenue through better capacity utilisation, higher in-venue spending and data-driven commercial decisions.

    9 min
  3. Thor Energy Expands Natural Hydrogen Footprint with Strategic South Australia Licence Awards

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    Thor Energy Expands Natural Hydrogen Footprint with Strategic South Australia Licence Awards

    Thor Energy Plc (LON:THR) has secured two new regulated substance exploration licence applications in South Australia, strengthening its position at the centre of the emerging natural hydrogen sector. CEO Andrew Hume outlines how these awards extend the company’s hydrogen and helium portfolio in the Onshore Otway Basin, where historical drilling revealed unexpected hydrogen concentrations that now point to multi-energy upside. With a strategic partnership in place and a carefully balanced portfolio spanning hydrogen, gas storage and critical minerals, Thor is positioning itself to unlock value across multiple resource streams. Thor Energy is an exploration company focused on natural hydrogen, helium, gas storage and critical minerals, with a core portfolio in South Australia complemented by assets in the Northern Territory and the United States.

    6 min

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    Cooks Coffee Company Accelerates UK and Ireland Growth as Middle East Expansion Gathers Pace

    Cooks Coffee Company is entering a new phase of disciplined expansion. In this latest interview, Executive Chairman Keith Jackson outlines how the group is driving like-for-like sales growth through customer loyalty, product innovation and digital enhancements, while scaling its franchise network across the UK and Ireland. Strategic partnerships with established retail brands are increasing visibility, and new master franchise agreements in the UAE and India add a meaningful international growth dimension. With market share still relatively low in core territories, management sees significant headroom for continued expansion and improved financial performance over time. #CooksCoffeeCompany #FranchiseDevelopment #UKBusiness #RetailPartnerships #GrowthStrategy

    9 min

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    TEAM plc CIO Flags 20% Plus Returns, AI Capex Doubts and Looming Inflation Shock

    Markets shrugged off political theatre and macro uncertainty to finish 2025 at record highs — but Craig Farley says the real story sits beneath the surface. In this conversation, the TEAM plc (LON:TEAM) Chief Investment Officer explains how a barbell equity approach, zero exposure to long-dated government debt, and a decisive allocation to precious metals powered 20 percent plus sterling returns. He also outlines why AI capex maths may not stack up, why Trump’s revived Monroe-style doctrine changes the geopolitical playbook, and how a second inflation wave could emerge just as investors grow complacent.Key Moments 00:30 – 2025 described as a year of stock market resilience despite US political drama01:05 – TEAM delivers 20%+ sterling returns across conservative, balanced and growth strategies01:40 – Early signs of AI fatigue and scrutiny of hyperscaler capex02:00 – Introduction of the “Don Roe doctrine” and its implications for foreign policy04:29 – $45bn AI revenues versus $650bn capex raises valuation concerns04:49 – Japan carry trade unwind risk and potential global spillovers05:40 – Prospect of unconventional US stimulus ahead of midterms06:07 – Increasing allocation to UK large caps amid style rotation07:16 – Portfolio positioning for 2026: tilt away from US mega-cap tech08:00 – Zero exposure to long-term government debt remains core stance TEAM plc is an international wealth, asset management and financial services group offering multi-asset investment solutions designed to grow and preserve client capital over the long term.

    9 min

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    CQS Natural Resources Growth & Income Fund: Why Energy Scarcity and M&A Are Driving the Next Commodities Boom

    Global energy crunch, precious metals volatility, and a shifting AI-fuelled economy — Co-Fund Manager Robert Crayfourd of CQS Natural Resources Growth & Income Fund (LON:CYN) lays out the structural shifts investors can’t afford to ignore. In this wide-ranging discussion, Crayfourd explains how the trust is capitalising on under-owned real assets, the strategic edge in commodities allocation, and why nuclear and fossil fuels may be set for a dramatic re-rating. Key Moments: 00:24 – What sets the trust apart from others02:07 – Key drivers of the commodities resurgence04:22 – Are precious metals peaking or just getting started?08:12 – The coming energy bottleneck and nuclear positioning10:08 – Short- and long-term fund performance insights11:57 – Why the focus is shifting from top-down macro to bottom-up fundamentals

    13 min

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    Verici Dx: Tutivia Set to Disrupt Transplant Monitoring with Real-Time RNA Insights

    Verici Dx (LON:VRCI) is no longer just a diagnostics innovator—it’s a commercial-stage disruptor with momentum. In this interview, CEO Sara Barrington outlines how their flagship RNA-based test, Tutivia, is outperforming legacy transplant diagnostics, not only in validation trials but now in real-world use. With reimbursement locked in, early commercial traction, and a clear runway to capture a $900M addressable market, Verici Dx is positioned to redefine transplant care. Add in licensing success with Thermo Fisher (Clarava) and pipeline expansion toward fibrosis and urine-based diagnostics, and this is one growth story investors should be watching closely.Key Moments: 00:11 – Interview begins with Sara Barrington, CEO of Verici Dx00:38 – Focus on transplant diagnostics and AI-powered RNA testing01:53 – Why Verici started with kidney transplant and how Clarava (pre-transplant test) fits in02:48 – Tutivia’s role in post-transplant rejection detection04:05 – Overview of test pipeline and unmet clinical needs04:26 – What de-risked and ready for scale-up actually means05:26 – Reimbursement wins including Medicare and Palmetto coverage07:03 – Why validation was intentionally high-risk to gain clinical trust08:20 – Unmatched comprehensiveness vs competitors09:55 – Financial positioning and alignment with investor expectations11:03 – Capital focused on sales, marketing, and KOL engagement12:04 – $900M US market opportunity and Verici’s strategic entry points14:08 – Tutivia’s advantage in early-stage rejection vs. cell-free DNA rivals15:20 – Commercial ramp: scaling sales team from 4 to 1517:09 – Expected news flow: centre expansion, payer contracts, and commercial traction

    18 min

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    Ethtry: Ethereum Treasuries, Nation-State Partnerships and the Web3 Bet You’re Not Watching

    Patrick Chopard, CEO of Ethtry Plc (LON:ETHY), lays out a bold roadmap blending Ethereum balance sheet strategy, high-conviction partnerships, and operational clarity. From aligning with LTIM on digital asset infrastructure to collaborating with AMINA Bank for treasury innovation, Ethtry isn’t just adopting crypto—it’s operationalising it. In this first conversation, Chopard outlines how blockchain is being fused into traditional business DNA, and why Ethtry’s crypto-backed operating model is more than just a tech experiment. Key Moments: 00:11 — Introduction to Patrick Chopard & overview of Ethtry01:25 — Equity partnership with LTIM and its dual strategic value02:36 — Why Ethtry holds Ethereum on its balance sheet03:31 — Partnership with AMINA Bank and how it unlocks value04:12 — Ethtry’s updated operating strategy and the role of crypto treasury05:12 — What investors can expect next Ethtry Plc is an acquisition operating company focused on breakthrough technologies, anchored by an Ethereum-based crypto treasury. #Ethtry #EthereumTreasury #Web3Strategy #DigitalAssets #CryptoFinance #BlockchainBusiness #LTIM #AMINABank #PatrickChopard #InvestorInsights

    6 min
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DirectorsTalk Interviews focus on financial markets and investment opportunities. The site features interviews with company directors, market analysts, and experts, offering insights into companies' performance, industry trends, and market updates. The content includes Q&A sessions, market commentary, and discussions about business developments, often highlighting the viewpoints of executives from publicly traded companies.

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