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  1. 1D AGO

    EnWave Q1 revenue and royalties rise as gross margin expands to 37%

    EnWave Corporation CEO Brent Charleton joined Steve Darling from Proactive to discuss the company’s financial results for the first quarter ended December 31, 2025, highlighting revenue growth, rising royalties, and improved margins compared to the same period last year. The company reported higher Q1 revenue year-over-year, driven primarily by large-scale machine sales and increased royalty income. During the quarter, EnWave commissioned one large-scale machine and completed the fabrication of two additional large-scale machines under contract, contributing to the revenue uplift. Charleton noted that royalties—excluding exclusivity payments—increased by 18% compared to the same quarter in the prior year. Total reported royalty revenue for Q1 2026 rose 12% year-over-year. The growth was attributed to a combination of factors, including an expanding base of royalty partners, increased product sales, higher partner production volumes, and exclusivity payments recognized during the quarter. Profitability metrics also improved meaningfully. Gross margin for Q1 2026 reached 37%, up from 29% in the three months ended Q1 2025. Management attributed the margin expansion to a stronger contribution from higher-margin royalty revenue as well as the production mix of large-scale machines at various stages of fabrication and commissioning. Operationally, the quarter included several strategic milestones, with EnWave signing new contracts across multiple jurisdictions, including North Queensland, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. The company said these agreements further expand its global footprint and reinforce demand for its proprietary dehydration technology platform. #proactiveinvestors #enwavecorporation #tsxv #enw #EarningsReport #RevenueGrowth #RoyaltyRevenue #MarginExpansion #DehydrationTechnology #FoodTech #IndustrialInnovation #MachineSales #GlobalExpansion #AustraliaBusiness #NewZealandBusiness #USBusiness #TechCommercialization #ManufacturingGrowth #IPLicensing #OperationalMilestones

    4 min

  2. 1D AGO

    Nextech3D.ai’s Eventdex selected for 2026 CT Business Matchmaker

    Nextech3D.ai CEO Evan Gappelberg joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share that the company’s AI-powered Eventdex platform has been selected to deliver AI-based matchmaking services for the 2026 CT Business Matchmaker, a well-established small business procurement and networking event. The event, hosted in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), will take place on March 5, 2026 at the Connecticut Convention Center. It is designed to connect small businesses with federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as major prime contractors. Nextech3D.ai’s AI-driven one-on-one matchmaking technology will power the event’s signature pre-scheduled 12-minute meetings, which serve as the central feature of the conference. The platform uses artificial intelligence to optimize connections between buyers and suppliers, helping ensure that participants are matched based on procurement needs, capabilities, and strategic fit. Gappelberg explained that the deployment of AI matchmaking is intended to enhance the efficiency and impact of these meetings, strengthening both national and regional supply chains. By facilitating more targeted and productive introductions, the system aims to unlock meaningful procurement opportunities for small businesses seeking to work with government entities—widely recognized as the world’s largest buyer of goods and services. Through this engagement, Nextech3D.ai continues to expand the footprint of its Eventdex platform in large-scale business and government networking environments, positioning AI as a critical enabler of smarter, more effective procurement connections. #proactiveinvestors #nextech3d.al #otcqx #nexcf #cse #ntar #Eventdex #AIMatchmaking #CTBusinessMatchmaker #SmallBusiness #Procurement #GovernmentContracting #SBA #ConnecticutConventionCenter #AIPlatform #EnterpriseTech #SupplyChain #BusinessNetworking #GovTech #TechForBusiness #2026Events #SmartMatching #DigitalTransformation

    6 min

  3. 1D AGO

    M2i Global, SMX partner to pilot secure critical minerals traceability

    M2i Global CEO Alberto Rosende joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce the company has entered into a Strategic Collaboration Agreement with SMX (Security Matters) PLC, a publicly traded firm focused on supply chain traceability and integrity solutions. Rosende explained that the agreement establishes a structured collaboration aimed at supporting a pilot initiative that integrates physical and digital shipment-assurance technologies. The program will leverage the M2i CAINO digital backbone and the M2i Metals Marketplace to enable end-to-end digital traceability, custody validation, and authenticated commercialization workflows. The partnership is designed to establish a new benchmark for trusted critical mineral commerce by directly linking physical shipment assurance measures with evidence-backed digital custody records and secure marketplace transactions. Through the pilot initiative, M2i and SMX intend to demonstrate how allied-source mineral shipments can be verified, tracked, and commercialized with integrity from point of origin through to receipt in the United States. As part of the initial operational demonstration, M2i plans to execute a phased pilot shipment program beginning with controlled material movements from Western Australia into the U.S. The pilot will test the integrated system under real-world conditions to validate traceability, custody controls, and commerce integration. The initiative is expected to incorporate layered shipment-assurance measures, including physical tagging and instrumentation, tamper-evident controls, and structured verification evidence capture at key custody transfer points. The objective is to establish a practical and scalable framework aimed at reducing provenance dilution, commingling risk, and chain-of-custody ambiguity—issues that have historically challenged transparency and trust within global critical mineral supply chains. #proactiveinvestors #m2iglobalinc #otcqb #mtwo #SecurityMatters #CriticalMinerals #SupplyChainTraceability #DigitalCustody #BlockchainTech #ShipmentAssurance #MineralsMarketplace #SupplyChainSecurity #AlliedSupplyChains #ProvenanceVerification #TradeIntegrity #WesternAustralia #USSupplyChain #ProactiveInvestors

    3 min

  4. 1D AGO

    Free-from market growth: Tooru CEO maps the next steps

    Tooru PLC (AIM:TOO, FRA:73N) CEO Scott Livingston talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s recent fundraising, growth strategy, and expansion across major UK retailers in the fast-growing free-from and wellness markets. The company successfully raised over £1 million through a placing, WRAP Retail Offer and debt conversion without offering a discount or warrants. Livingston said this “should give confidence that obviously we have support,” highlighting backing from major long-term institutional investors. The funds strengthen the parent company's balance sheet while enabling operating subsidiaries to accelerate growth. Pulsin is receiving additional firepower to support stock levels amid rising demand. The brand is refreshing its positioning, expanding international distribution efforts, and significantly increasing retail presence, including an acceleration in Co-op stores from 80 to 1,000 locations. Meanwhile, OAF has secured a listing with ASDA and is expanding distribution in Tesco. Juvela remains in a solid cash position following refinancing with Shawbrook. Looking ahead, Tooru is focused on expanding distribution points in major retailers and pursuing acquisitions within the free-from and wellness space. Livingston explained the company is targeting “main challenger brands that are on the shelf in snacking and nutrition or anything related to free from and wellness.” The strategy centres on maintaining a consistent consumer demographic while leveraging shared marketing and operational efficiencies. With new product launches in the pipeline and retail momentum building, Tooru is positioning itself for accelerated growth in 2026. For more interviews like this, visit Proactive’s YouTube channel, give this video a like, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications so you never miss future updates. #TooruPLC #ScottLivingston #FreeFrom #WellnessBrands #PlantBased #RetailExpansion #UKInvesting #SmallCapStocks #FoodInnovation #Pulsin #Juvela #OAF #ASDA #Tesco #Coop #GrowthStrategy #Fundraising #AIMStocks

    4 min

  5. 1D AGO

    VivoPower secures $30M PIPE to accelerate sovereign AI Data center strategy

    VivoPower International PLC Chief Investment Officer Alex Cuppage joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce the successful completion of a $30 million strategic private investment in public equity (PIPE). The financing is structured as convertible preference shares priced at $6.80 per share, carrying a 6% annual payment-in-kind (PIK) coupon. The structure reflects long-term strategic alignment with VivoPower’s Sovereign AI growth strategy and provides the company with additional capital to accelerate expansion. Cuppage noted that the PIPE attracted leading technology and infrastructure investors, including New York-based Blue Sky Capital, which is widely recognized as an early investor in AI-focused data centers globally. In addition, prominent sovereign family offices from the GCC region participated in the financing, alongside VivoPower Chairman Kevin Chin. The company said the premium pricing reflects investor conviction in VivoPower’s strategic expansion into AI infrastructure designed for sovereign nations and hyperscale operators. Proceeds from the financing will primarily be used to scale VivoPower’s high-performance AI data center portfolio, with additional funds allocated for general working capital purposes. VivoPower’s broader mission is to position itself as an independent and trusted partner for sovereign nations seeking to develop and operate sustainable data center infrastructure. By enabling sovereign control over power, data, and national intelligence capabilities, the company aims to bridge the gap between energy assets and AI ambitions. Through its Power-to-X infrastructure model, VivoPower seeks to support nations in building and controlling their own domestic intelligence hubs, aligned with long-term digital sovereignty objectives. #proactiveinvestors #vivopowerinternationalplc #nasdaq #vvpr #pipefinancing #StrategicInvestment #AIInfrastructure #SovereignAI #DataCenters #DigitalSovereignty #BlueSkyCapital #GCCInvestors #ConvertibleShares #PrivateInvestment #TechInfrastructure #EnergyToAI #PowerToX #Hyperscale #CapitalMarkets #AIExpansion #SustainableInfrastructure

    5 min

  6. 2D AGO

    Chariot announces 'transformative' Angolan oil deal, with support from Shell

    Chariot Ltd (AIM:CHAR, OTC:OIGLF) CEO Adonis Pouroulis talked with Proactive's Stepyen Gunnion about the company’s acquisition funding agreement to gain exposure to producing oil assets offshore Angola, marking what he described as a “transformative deal” for the business. Chariot has announced plans to provide $12 million in funding, alongside transaction costs, to support Etu Energias in acquiring a 20% interest in Block 14 and a 10% interest in Block 14K offshore Angola. In return, Chariot will secure exposure to the economics of production equivalent to up to 4,000 barrels of oil per day, with funding to be repaid from future cash flows. Pouroulis highlighted the strategic importance of the transaction, stating: “This is indeed a transformative deal. It is the seed of a company maker with this transaction. It transforms our narrative.” He added that the move delivers on the company’s stated objective of bringing oil production into its upstream portfolio. The deal is supported by Shell Trading, which is providing an acquisition financing package of up to $170 million in exchange for future offtake. The assets are located in a prolific oil-producing region and have produced nearly one billion barrels to date, with Block 14 recently extended to 2038. Adonis emphasised that Chariot remains committed to its Moroccan and Namibian assets while continuing plans to separate its renewable energy business. The company also confirmed an open offer for existing shareholders on the same terms as the placing. For more interviews like this, visit Proactive’s YouTube channel, give this video a like, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications so you never miss an update. #ChariotLtd #AdonisPouroulis #AngolaOil #OilAndGas #EnergySector #Upstream #OilProduction #Shell #Block14 #InvestingNews #AIMStocks #EnergyInvestment #AfricaEnergy #OilMarket

    5 min

  7. 2D AGO

    Seraphim Space Investment Trust manager on NAV uplift as defence spending takes off

    Seraphim Space CEO and co-founder Mark Boggett talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the Seraphim Space Investment Trust PLC (LSE:SSIT), including its recent portfolio revaluation, performance momentum and the powerful defence spending tailwinds driving growth across the space technology sector. Boggett explained that Seraphim Space operates three funds across the capital stack, with the publicly listed investment trust focused on growth-stage space technology companies at Series B, C and D rounds. Over the past decade, the firm has invested in 46 companies, producing nine unicorns, five IPOs and just four failures. The recent uplift was driven by the trust’s four largest holdings, including ICEYE, which secured a €1.7 billion contract with the German government. Boggett described ICEYE as a “poster child in the defence space industry,” highlighting its radar satellite capability that can monitor “every square meter of Earth every hour,” regardless of weather or time of day. He pointed to a structural shift in European defence policy, with governments committing significant new budgets and accelerating procurement processes. Companies such as HawkEye 360 and D-Orbit have completed $150 million funding rounds at higher valuations, while UK-based ALL.SPACE has also seen a significant revaluation. Boggett said, “These companies are winning giant contracts. They’re moving very quickly. The market’s moving in their favor and that’s being recognised in our share price.” With the trust trading around net asset value and operating at a premium, Boggett suggested further upside as defence-led demand continues to accelerate. For more insights like this, visit Proactive’s YouTube channel, give this video a like, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications so you never miss future updates. #SeraphimSpace #SpaceInvesting #DefenceSpending #SpaceTech #ICEYE #SatelliteTechnology #InvestmentTrust #EuropeanDefence #PrivateMarkets #GrowthInvesting #SpaceIndustry #Hawkeye360 #DOrbit #AllSpace #PublicMarkets

    11 min

  8. 2D AGO

    NanoViricides advances toward fully funded Phase II MPox trial in DRC

    NanoViricides CEO Dr Anil Diwan joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce the filing of the company’s financial results for the quarter ended December 31, along with a corporate update highlighting progress on its lead antiviral candidate, NV-387. Dr. Diwan said the company is advancing NV-387—a novel broad-spectrum antiviral that represents a new class of antiviral drugs—toward a Phase II clinical trial. NanoViricides is preparing to initiate a Phase II human study to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of NV-387 as a treatment for MPox in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The local regulatory authority, ACOREP, has already approved the Phase II clinical trial, subject to the completion of certain remaining requirements. The company reported that most of these conditions have been satisfied and is now focused on final site readiness and documentation necessary to formally launch the trial. Management stated that current funding is sufficient to execute and complete the planned Phase II study in the DRC according to its projections. In parallel, NanoViricides has filed an application for Orphan Drug Designation for “NV-387 as a Treatment for MPox” with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Office of Orphan Products Development. If granted, orphan designation would provide incentives including tax credits for qualified clinical trial expenses, exemption from certain regulatory user fees, and the potential for seven years of market exclusivity following regulatory approval. MPox is caused by infection with the MPXV virus, an orthopoxvirus. Currently, there is no drug specifically approved for the treatment of MPox. NV-387 has demonstrated strong antiviral effectiveness in a mouse model of dermal lethal infection using ectromelia virus, an orthopoxvirus closely related to the viruses responsible for smallpox and MPox. The company also noted that NV-387 has successfully completed a Phase I human clinical trial, demonstrating safety and tolerability in healthy adults with no reported adverse events. Based on these results and preclinical efficacy data, NanoViricides believes NV-387 represents a promising clinical candidate for the treatment of MPox as it advances into mid-stage human trials. #proactiveinvestors #nanoviricidesinc #nyseamerican #nnvc #measles #nanoviricides #NV387 #OrphanDrugDesignation #AntiviralTherapy #ClinicalTrials #PhaseII #OrphanDrugDesignation #FDA #DrugDevelopment #InfectiousDisease #BiotechInnovation #GlobalHealth #Orthopoxvirus #BroadSpectrumAntiviral #PharmaUpdate #EmergingDiseases #HealthcareInnovation #ClinicalResearch

    9 min
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