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Small Cap Breaking News You Can't Miss!Here's a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:Power Metallic Mines Inc. (TSXV: PNPN) (OTCBB: PNPNF) (Frankfurt: IVV1) has partnered with Ideon Technologies to deploy borehole muon tomography at the Lion Zone on its Nisk polymetallic project in Quebec. This 6-8 month imaging program will map over 55 million cubic metres of rock in 3D, calibrating a mineralization fingerprint against 100+ existing drill holes. A validated signature would enable targeted deep exploration across the 330 km2 district, potentially replacing hundreds of drillholes.Great Atlantic Resources Corp. (TSXV: GR) reports that optionee HM Exploration Corp. has commenced a minimum 2,500-metre diamond drill program at the Pilley's Island Project in Newfoundland. The program targets high-grade copper beneath 2025 surface samples that returned up to 16.56% Cu, 27.20 g/t Ag, and values in Zn and Au. The zone has never been historically drilled, and a high-grade intercept could be transformative at this early stage.Beyond Oil Limited (TSX: BOIL) (OTCQB: BEOLF) has commenced commercial sales with an iconic American fast-food chain, entering an initial rollout with three franchisees across three US states. This follows a successful multi-location pilot in 2025-2026 that validated the Company's oil-filtering technology under strict operational standards. With hundreds of US and international locations in the chain, the commercial runway ahead looks significant.Reconnaissance Energy Africa Limited (TSXV: RECO) (OTCQX: RECAF) (Frankfurt: 0XD) (NSX: REC) is advancing toward a first-of-its-kind hydrocarbon production test at Kavango West 1X in Namibia, with equipment from oilfield services leaders SLB and Halliburton now arriving on site. Operations will test six zones across 420 metres of hydrocarbon-bearing intervals, with testing expected to begin before end of May. Results from the up-to-60-day test are anticipated by mid-to-late July 2026.Zodiac Gold Incorporated (TSXV: ZAU) (OTCQB: ZAUIF) (FSE: K19) has reported initial assay results from the first-ever drilling at its Ben Ben target in Liberia, confirming a 1km mineralized trend within a 16km district corridor. Highlights include 14.85m at 1.55 g/t Au including 0.8m at 13.15 g/t Au, with near-surface gold encountered from as shallow as 10 metres. The Company plans to add a third drill rig for Phase 2 of its 14,000-metre campaign, with a Mineral Resource Estimate targeted for Q4 2026.Bottom Line: Today's stories span cutting-edge mineral exploration technology in Quebec, high-grade copper drilling in Newfoundland, food-tech commercialization in the US, first-of-its-kind oil production testing in Africa, and a confirming gold discovery in Liberia — showcasing the diversity and dynamism of small-cap opportunity.Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.

Small Cap Breaking News You Can't Miss!Here's a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:Brixton Metals Corporation (TSX-V: BBB) (OTCQX: BBBXF)Brixton Metals drilled 13.0 metres grading 594 g/t silver — including a 0.5m interval at 7,900 g/t — at the Shaft 6-Southeast target of its Langis Silver Project in Cobalt, Ontario. This zone has limited historic workings, pointing to strong potential for a new high-grade silver discovery beyond the known mineralized system. Management plans to add a second drill in mid-May as part of a 60,000-metre campaign aimed at a maiden resource estimate.Cheelcare Incorporated (TSX-V: CHER) (OTC: CHCRF)Cheelcare posted its second consecutive month of record Companion power-assist bookings for April 2026, up 147% year-over-year and 38.5% compared to March, while RFQ activity jumped approximately 64% month-over-month. U.S. Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement eligibility, secured in January 2026, has expanded insurance-funded access to the product. Management views the accelerating numbers as early signs of a new growth curve for the Companion platform.Galiano Gold Incorporated (TSX: GAU) (NYSE American: GAU)Galiano Gold's Abore Program at the Asanko Gold Mine in Ghana returned highlights including 53m at 3.9 g/t gold and 32m at 4.7 g/t gold, extending mineralization approximately 95m below the current underground Mineral Resource. A new high-grade zone has been identified beneath the Main Pit and remains open along strike and at depth. With 14,500 of a planned 30,000-metre program complete, additional assay results are expected in Q2 2026.Bottom Line: Exceptional silver drill grades in Ontario's historic Cobalt camp, back-to-back record bookings for a Canadian mobility tech company, and expanding gold mineralization in Ghana defined today's most compelling small-cap stories.Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.And don't forget to check out our podcast for deeper dives: https://open.spotify.com/show/74mVPkfalaWXFYY65A2XLM

If you’re an investor looking for emerging Artificial Intelligence companies, you are hearing about new AI stories every day. The challenge is figuring out which companies are still talking about potential, and which ones are starting to turn technology into real commercial contracts.AISIX Solutions just gave investors a major proof point.This small-cap Artificial Intelligence company has secured a multi-year contract with a major Canadian insurer. Not a pilot. Not a test. A signed agreement representing contracted revenue visibility right out of the gate.AISIX Solutions, a wildfire risk and data analytics solutions provider trusted by organizations seeking a more predictive future, announced a three-year, $780,000 wildfire catastrophe modeling contract. The agreement was won through a competitive, invite-only RFP process in which multiple providers were evaluated.That represents $260,000 per year over a minimum three-year term. More importantly, it provides third-party validation of the company’s platform, technical depth and commercial readiness.With wildfire risk becoming one of the most urgent challenges facing people, property, infrastructure and entire communities, this agreement represents an important step for AISIX as it expands its footprint in the Canadian insurance market.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW• $780,000 minimum contract value over three years• $260,000 annual contract value with long-term revenue visibility• Selected through a competitive invite-only RFP process• Payments tied to structured deliverables and client acceptance• Platform supports portfolio runs of up to 20 million locations• Scope includes wildfire hazard data, loss metrics and reinsurance integration• Engagement supports underwriting, portfolio risk management and capital allocationWHY IT MATTERSSmall-cap technology stories often live in the future. AISIX now has a commercial proof point in the present.The company is not just talking about enterprise demand. It has announced a signed agreement with a major Canadian insurer, covering a minimum three-year term and a defined scope of work. That gives investors a clearer look at how AISIX’s wildfire intelligence platform can translate into recurring enterprise revenue.It also places AISIX in a market where the need is becoming more urgent. As wildfire risk grows more complex, insurers are looking for better data, better models and better ways to understand potential losses across large portfolios. AISIX is positioning itself directly within that growing need.CEO DR. GIO ROBERTI SAID IT BEST“This contract represents exactly the type of enterprise, recurring revenue relationship we have been building toward,” said Dr. Gio Roberti, Chief Executive Officer of AISIX Solutions Inc. “Winning a competitive RFP against established providers, and executing a multi-year agreement with a major Canadian insurer, is a meaningful validation of our platform's technical depth and commercial readiness.”INVESTOR TAKEAWAYFor AISIX, this contract represents a meaningful commercial milestone. It provides contracted revenue, validates the company’s wildfire catastrophe modeling platform with a major Canadian insurer and expands its footprint in the insurance analytics market.For investors looking for small-cap AI companies with real-world enterprise applications, AISIX now has a signed multi-year agreement that moves the story beyond potential and into commercial execution.The most important part is simple: AISIX is no longer just explaining the value of its platform. A major Canadian insurer has signed a multi-year agreement to use it.

Small Cap Breaking News You Can't Miss!Here's a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:Power Metallic Mines Inc. (TSX-V: PNPN)Power Metallic's winter drill program at the Nisk project's Lion Zone has delivered its second-best intersection ever: 22.00 metres grading 11.46% CuEqRec, including a high-grade core of 6.50 metres at 18.59% CuEqRec. The results confirm that grade and thickness are increasing as the company advances toward an inaugural mineral resource estimate in Q3 2026. Investors watching for Canada's next major polymetallic mine should take note.New Age Metals Inc. (TSX-V: NAM) (OTCQB: NMTLF) (FSE: P7J)New Age Metals has signed a letter of intent to option its Genesis Ni-Cu-PGE project in Alaska to Rockport Capital Corp., a Capital Pool Company pursuing its Qualifying Transaction. Under the terms, Rockport can earn an initial 50% interest in the Genesis property. The deal could provide NAM with a partner to help advance its critical metals assets.NexGold Mining Corp. (TSX-V: NEXG) (OTCQX: NXGCF)NexGold's 25,000-metre drill program at the Goldlund Deposit in Ontario returned a highlight of 14.10 g/t gold over 6.0 metres across nine infill and expansion holes in Zone 4. The results support open-pit mineral resource growth at the Goliath Gold Complex, with roughly 7,000 metres of drilling still to come.Quebec Innovative Materials Corp. (CSE: QIMC) (OTCQB: QIMCF) (FSE: 7FJ)Quebec Innovative Materials has reported a 243-metre anomalous hydrogen-bearing interval at its project, including a 163-metre continuous elevated hydrogen zone — the strongest field geochemical response recorded at the project to date. Natural hydrogen is an emerging energy source attracting global exploration interest, and this result reinforces QIMC's early-mover positioning in the sector.Coelacanth Energy Inc. (TSX-V: CEI)Coelacanth Energy has closed an $80 million bought deal financing, issuing 97,560,980 shares at $0.82 each through a syndicate led by Haywood Securities and Roth Canada. The proceeds strengthen the company's balance sheet for its Montney Two Rivers development program in northeast British Columbia, one of Canada's most active natural gas plays.Bottom Line: Today's headlines reflect strength across Canada's small-cap resource sector, from record-setting copper and gold drilling to a pioneering natural hydrogen discovery and an $80 million financing that positions a Montney developer for its next growth phase.Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.

Small Cap Breaking News You Can't Miss!Here's a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:Power Metallic Mines Incorporated (TSXV: PNPN) (OTCBB: PNPNF) (Frankfurt: IVV1)New drill results from the Lion Zone have returned 17.45 m at 9.47% CuEqRec — one of the strongest near-surface copper intersections in the current program — along with a broader hole returning 39.00 m at 5.66% CuEqRec. These infill holes are designed to support a mineral resource estimate at the Indicated Resource classification, positioning the Lion Zone as a compelling near-surface copper target for investors to watch.Sitka Gold Corp. (TSXV: SIG) (FSE: 1RF) (OTCQX: SITKF)Metallurgical testing at the Rhosgobel deposit within the RC Gold Project in Yukon returned 94.3% gold recovery and 84.7% tungsten recovery from the same material, demonstrating strong dual-commodity economic potential. These results support the advancement of Rhosgobel toward development-stage studies.West Red Lake Gold Mines (TSXV: WRLG) (OTCQB: WRLGF)The company issued 2026 production guidance of 35,000 to 45,000 ounces of gold at the Madsen Mine, nearly doubling 2025 output of approximately 20,000 ounces. With gold sold at an average of C$5,170 per ounce last year, investors can expect a meaningful increase in revenue and cash flow as the mine scales up.Critical Elements Lithium Corporation (TSX-V: CRE) (OTCQX: CRECF) (FSE: F12)Drilling at the Rose West Discovery in Quebec has expanded the mineralized footprint from 450 m x 370 m to 1,250 m x 800 m, with a newly discovered Pegmatite 5 delivering up to 2.49% Li2O over 9.60 m. This substantial expansion in size and lateral continuity strengthens the project's resource potential ahead of a technical webinar planned for May 6, 2026.Bottom Line: Canadian small-cap miners are delivering across multiple commodities today — near-surface high-grade copper in British Columbia, dual-commodity gold and tungsten recovery in Yukon, a gold producer targeting 35,000-45,000 ounces at its Madsen Mine, and a lithium project in Quebec rapidly expanding its footprint.Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.And don't forget to check out our podcast for deeper dives: https://open.spotify.com/show/74mVPkfalaWXFYY65A2XLM

When a company rebrands into a strong precious metals market, timing matters. Maverick Gold and Silver, formerly Supreme Critical Metals, just did exactly that, bringing a sharper focus to precious metals exploration across three active properties in British Columbia and Nevada.The April 2026 name change to Maverick Gold and Silver was not cosmetic. It crystallized a focus on gold, silver and copper exploration, backed by veteran geologist Ian Foreman as VP Exploration, appointed February 2026, Peter Baxter, former Scotiabank Mining & Metals investment banking director, as Senior Technical Advisor, appointed March 2026, and CEO Glen Watson leading the company. With gold and silver trading at elevated levels, Maverick is not relying on one project. The company is advancing three properties in parallel, each at a different stage of exploration.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWSilver Vista: BC project expanded 52% to 6,444 hectares; past drilling found silver and copper; drilling permits are underway.Jericho Nevada: Gold and silver project near Pioche; February samples returned up to 3.5 g/t gold and 450 g/t silver; more sampling expected in early May. Gator Nevada: 3,306-acre project near Battle Mountain; optioned February 24; first field program began April 16.Fast-Tracked Execution: Maverick began Gator field work within six weeks and is moving all three projects forward at once.Technical Team: Ian Foreman brings 30+ years of exploration experience; Peter Baxter adds Nevada mining and finance experience.STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONSThe junior exploration space is filled with companies hoping one project shows enough promise to carry the story. They stake ground, raise capital, drill a few holes, then pivot when results disappoint. The challenge is not always a lack of capital or geology. It is often a lack of focus, timing and execution.Maverick is taking a broader approach. The company has assembled a portfolio where all three projects already have prior technical work or early exploration support, including Silver Vista’s 2021 results, Jericho’s historic sampling confirmed by Maverick’s February 2026 samples, and Gator’s prior drilling and geophysical work. Then the company added Foreman and Baxter, two experienced mining professionals with backgrounds in exploration, Nevada geology and capital markets.The timing also matters. Silver Vista was expanded in January 2026. Gator was optioned in February 2026, with field work started in April. Jericho has already returned initial company sampling results and is expected to see additional field work in May. British Columbia and Nevada are both established mining jurisdictions. Maverick expects the coming months to help determine how capital and exploration work should be prioritized across the portfolio. WORDS FROM THE CEOCEO Glen Watson said Maverick has added technical strength through Peter Baxter and Ian Foreman, who he described as being able to explain geology in a clear and simple way. He also outlined a fast-moving plan across the company’s three main projects, with Silver Vista moving toward drilling, Jericho advancing sampling work, and Gator moving through geophysics, mapping and targeting. INVESTOR TAKEAWAYMaverick Gold and Silver emerged from its rebrand with a more focused precious metals strategy and three active exploration properties. Silver Vista offers silver-copper potential in British Columbia. Jericho presents a gold-silver system with reported surface mineralization and historic sampling. Gator sits in Nevada’s Battle Mountain area with prior exploration work and nearby mining history. By fall 2026, Maverick expects to have a clearer view of which projects should receive additional capital and exploration focus. With precious metals trading at elevated levels and management moving from acquisition to field work quickly, the company could provide multiple exploration updates before year-end.

Small Cap Breaking News You Can't Miss!Here's a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:Maverick Gold and Silver Corporation (CSE: MAV) (FSE: VR61) (OTC Pink: VRCFF) has tripled the size of its Jericho Property in Lincoln County, Nevada by acquiring 62 new claims via staking, expanding the property 370% to 1,683 acres (6.8 sq km). The expanded footprint now covers all known mineralization identified by previous operators, with a recent grab sample returning 2.50 g/t gold and 188.0 g/t silver. Investors gain a significantly larger land package surrounding a low-sulphidation epithermal target as the company advances toward drilling.Metals Creek Resources Corporation (TSXV: MEK) (FSE: M1C1) has mobilized a drill rig to its Ogden Gold Project in Timmins, Ontario — a 50/50 joint venture with Discovery Silver in which Metals Creek acts as operator. The program targets four holes on the Thomas Ogden Zone, using structural data from prior oriented core to optimize hole orientations. Timmins is one of Canada's most prolific gold camps, making any drill mobilization here a meaningful near-term catalyst.Legacy Gold Mines Limited (TSXV: LEGY) has announced Phase 1 of its 2026 drill program at the Baner Gold Mine Property in Idaho County, Idaho is targeting start-up the week of May 11, 2026. The total program targets 40,000 feet (12,194 metres), commencing with roughly 12,000 feet of diamond drilling. Investors should watch for initial assay results as a near-term news trigger from this American gold exploration play.Selkirk Copper Mines Incorporated (TSXV: SCMI) (FSE: IO20) (OTCQB: SKRKF) has closed its upsized $35 million bought deal private placement, issuing 23,914,000 common shares at C$1.15 per share and 4,412,000 flow-through shares at C$1.70 per share. The fully underwritten nature of this raise signals strong institutional demand for the Company's copper-gold project in the Yukon. A bought deal of this size at these prices is a meaningful validator of the asset's potential.Silver Elephant Mining Corporation (TSX: ELEF) (OTCQB: SILEF) (FSE: 1P2) has sold a second silver-lead concentrate lot from its Apuradita Paca Mining Operation in Bolivia — a 31.6-tonne dry-basis lot grading 8,795 g/t silver and 24% lead, containing approximately 8,936 ounces of silver. Back-to-back silver sales demonstrate that this is an operating mine generating real revenue, not just exploration promises. Investors watching for small-cap producers with current cash flow should take note.Bottom Line: Today's stories highlight active capital deployment across the mining sector — from Nevada property expansions and Timmins drill mobilizations to a $35 million bought deal in the Yukon and actual silver revenue from Bolivia — underscoring broad momentum in small-cap resource stocks.Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.

Small Cap Breaking News You Can't Miss!Here's a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:PyroGenesis Inc. (TSX: PYR) (OTCQX: PYRGF) (FSE: 8PY1)PyroGenesis issued a corporate update on its NexGen titanium metal powder strategy, signaling progress in scaling its Additive Manufacturing division. The company is exploring joint ventures across Asia and the Middle East and has reduced operational costs by approximately 20% since March 2025. With titanium classified as a critical mineral and the 3D printing market projected to grow from $214 million to $1.4 billion by 2032, PYR is positioning to capitalize on a transformative industrial trend.Xali Gold Corp. (TSXV: XGC)Xali Gold completed more than 50% of its underground and surface sampling program at the Pico Machay Gold Project in central Peru, with 125 samples submitted for assay. The work supports an NI 43-101 compliant resource estimate targeted for Q3 2026 and a future Preliminary Economic Assessment. With a historical resource of 710,600 ounces of gold and nine untested exploration targets, XGC offers compelling upside.Trident Resources Corp. (TSXV: ROCK) (OTCQB: TRDTF) (FSE: 6BP0)Trident Resources delivered standout drill results from the BK3 Zone at the Contact Lake Gold Project in Saskatchewan. Hole CL26036 returned 15.11 g/t Au over 51.83m, including a single assay of 1,055 g/t Au over 0.50m — the best drill result in company history. With approximately $30 million in treasury, 15 additional holes pending, and management comparing the system to Dixie and Eskay Creek, ROCK is emerging as a notable Canadian gold story.Mercado Minerals Ltd. (CSE: MERC) (OTCQB: MRMNF)Mercado Minerals reported strong results from its inaugural drill program at the Copalito Project in Sinaloa, Mexico. Hole COP-26-001 returned 6.50m of 256 g/t silver and 1.46 g/t gold, including 1.20m of 848 g/t silver and 4.83 g/t gold. The results validate continuity of the 5 Senores Vein and underscore meaningful upside as Mercado advances its silver-focused Mexican exploration portfolio.Western Gold Exploration Ltd. (TSXV: WGLD)Western Gold confirmed high-grade gold across its Caledonian Gold Project in Scotland, including a 95.9 g/t Au grab sample with visible gold at the River Vein and 36 g/t Au plus 2,790 g/t Ag at the newly identified Chruitein Vein. With 494 rock-grab samples assayed to date and backpack drilling planned this summer, WGLD is rapidly building out an emerging Scottish gold district.Bottom Line: Today's news highlights a wave of high-grade exploration results and strategic positioning across small-cap miners and tech innovators, from world-class drill intercepts in Saskatchewan, Mexico, and Scotland to titanium powder commercialization in Quebec.Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.

Small Cap Breaking News You Can't Miss!Here's a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:PyroGenesis Inc. (TSX: PYR) (OTCQX: PYRGF) (FRA: 8PY1)PyroGenesis successfully produced high-quality battery-grade graphite from carbon black using a proprietary plasma process, achieving a graphitization level exceeding 96 percent, well above the 90 to 95 percent threshold required for lithium-ion battery anodes. The Company holds a 10 percent royalty on future gross revenues from the client's initial commercial plant and is the exclusive plasma supplier for subsequent plants, positioning PyroGenesis to help address a critical graphite supply chain dominated by China.Maverick Gold and Silver Corp. (CSE: MAV) (FSE: VR61) (OTC Pink: VRCFF)Maverick engaged contractors and will begin an initial work program in May at its Jericho property in Lincoln County, Nevada, featuring systematic rock sampling and detailed mapping across two parallel mineralized trends totalling over six kilometres of strike. The program will leverage a recently acquired historic dataset including detailed 1:5,000 geologic mapping, 70 surface samples, and XRD alteration analysis, targeting high-grade gold and silver in a low sulfidation epithermal system.Heliostar Metals Ltd. (TSXV: HSTR) (OTCQX: HSTXF) (FSE: RGG1)Heliostar reported exceptional drill results at its Ana Paula project in Guerrero, Mexico, highlighted by hole AP-25-360 returning 69.15 metres grading 10.09 g/t gold and hole AP-25-359 cutting 43.80 metres at 13.91 g/t gold, including 19.85 metres at 22.51 g/t gold. These broad high-grade intercepts support the conversion of inferred resources to higher-confidence categories ahead of the 2027 Feasibility Study and a targeted 2028 production start.Noble Plains Uranium Corp. (TSXV: NOBL) (OTCQB: NBLXF) (FSE: INE0)Noble Plains delivered a maiden NI 43-101 mineral resource estimate at its flagship Duck Creek Project in Wyoming's Powder River Basin, with 5.32 million pounds U3O8 Indicated and 1.04 million pounds Inferred, delivered just eight months after closing the acquisition. The resource outperformed the prior Exploration Target by 30 percent on grade and 40 percent on grade-thickness, with roughly 2.75 miles of the 5.25-mile mineralized trend still largely untested and an untested Fort Union Formation offering further upside.NorthWest Copper (TSXV: NWST)NorthWest Copper announced an upsize of its best efforts private placement to approximately $12.0 million with Stifel Canada and Canaccord Genuity serving as agents, reflecting what CEO Paul Olmsted described as strong investor demand. Proceeds will fund an updated Preliminary Economic Assessment at the Kwanika-Stardust project targeted for mid-2026 and planned exploration drilling to upgrade and expand mineral resources, with closing expected on or about May 14, 2026.Bottom Line: Today's headlines highlight a powerful mix of transformative clean-tech milestones, standout high-grade drill results, a maiden uranium resource, and strong capital markets demand underscoring broad momentum across the small-cap mining and materials sectors.Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.Connect With AGORACOM Anyway You Like

When a company moves from lab validation to a paid commercial order, something fundamental has shifted. HPQ Silicon $HPQ / $HPQFF and its partner Novacium have secured their first commercial battery order from a European drone manufacturer, marking a clear transition from development to revenue. This is not a test or pilot. It is a paid order using next-generation silicon-based batteries that recently delivered over 7,000 mAh in testing, offering higher capacity than traditional graphite batteries.The order signals a move from promising technology to real-world use. Backed by up to $3 million in Canadian federal funding, HPQ is advancing toward commercial scale with batteries designed to deliver higher energy capacity and longer flight times, while supporting deployment in standardized battery pack formats. The batteries are certified for global transport and have demonstrated strong durability through repeated charge cycles, reinforcing readiness for real-world deployment.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWCommercial Milestone: First paid commercial battery order secured, marking the shift from R&D to revenue generationHigh Performance: Batteries delivered over 7,000 mAh in April 2026 testing, placing them among top performers in their categoryDrop-In Solution: Designed to work within existing drone systems, allowing immediate performance improvements without redesignProven Durability: Maintains strong performance through repeated use, addressing a key challenge for silicon battery adoptionGlobal Ready: Certified for international shipping, enabling deployment across multiple marketsGovernment Backing: Up to $3 million federal funding supports production scale-up and highlights strategic importanceSTRATEGIC IMPLICATIONSFor years, silicon-based batteries have promised higher performance but struggled to translate into real-world products. Many technologies achieved strong lab results but failed under repeated use or required costly redesigns. That is why graphite batteries have remained dominant despite lower performance.HPQ’s approach changes that. By integrating silicon-based materials into formats that work with existing manufacturing and systems, the company removes a major barrier to adoption. Customers do not need to redesign their products. They can upgrade performance immediately.Demand for longer flight time is increasing across commercial, industrial, and defense drone markets, while traditional battery solutions are approaching their limits. Technologies that can deliver better performance without added complexity are well positioned to capture that demand.Government support reinforces this direction. Federal funding for production scale-up signals growing strategic importance, while also supporting the path toward larger-scale manufacturing.“Projects like HPQ Silicon’s strengthen Canada’s ability to manufacture components for high-performance batteries, and are creating a world-class battery ecosystem.” – The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural ResourcesWORDS FROM THE CEO“We went from discussions to delivering next-generation batteries in about a month. That’s what happens when the product fits into existing systems. We’re not asking customers to redesign anything—we’re giving them more energy in the same format. And this order is commercial. It’s paid. We’ve moved from ‘will it work’ to ‘we have delivered.’” – Bernard TourillonINVESTOR TAKEAWAYHPQ Silicon has reached a key inflection point. The company now has global shipping certification, government support for scaling production, and its first commercial battery order, all within a short timeframe.Its battery solutions are designed for immediate use across multiple markets, including Europe and North America, without requiring major system changes. As production expands, the company is positioning itself to meet increasing demand for higher-performance energy storage.

Small Cap Daily Wire — April 22, 2026: Gold, Silver, Copper and Battery Tech Deliver a Heavy News MorningWednesday's Canadian small cap tape is anchored by resource-expansion and discovery-grade announcements, a strategic financing and a commercial milestone in advanced battery materials — one of the denser news mornings of the month for junior mining and deep-tech catalyst hunters.Leading the board, LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR | OTCQB: LFLRF | FSE: 3WK0) reported drilling from the Swanson Gold Project in the Abitibi Greenstone Belt near Val-d'Or, Québec that the Company characterized as confirming a large-scale gold discovery. Hole SW-25-080 returned 1.18 g/t Au over 255.04m, SW-25-081 hit 1.65 g/t Au over 136.1m and SW-25-079 cut 2.29 g/t Au over 68.30m, with an isolated 86.8 g/t Au over 1.0m outside defined envelopes. CEO Paul Ténière said the holes extend the deposit beyond the current resource envelope and highlight higher-grade zones. Chairman Kal Malhi called Swanson, at 190+ sq km, one of the largest gold projects in the Val-d'Or region. Mineralization now traces 275m+ along strike with 150m average widths and extends past 300m depth.The morning's second headline is HPQ Silicon Inc. (TSX-V: HPQ | OTCQB: HPQFF | FRA: O08), whose R&D partner Novacium received an initial battery pack order from a European drone manufacturer in professional, industrial and defense markets. The order uses GEN4 21700 cells in an 8S2P configuration delivering ~10,000–13,400 mAh, with an 8S3P quote for 15,000–20,100 mAh. Follows GEN4 cells hitting 7,030 mAh, 330.9 Wh/kg and 937.5 Wh/L with 96%+ capacity retention after 100 cycles. CEO Bernard Tourillon framed the deal as a foundational step toward standardized battery packs for European and North American markets.Base and precious metals exploration delivered its own headline as Emerita Resources Corp. (TSX-V: EMO | OTCQX: EMOTF | FSE: LLJA) reported drill results from El Cura on its wholly owned Iberian Belt West project in Spain. Hole EC097 returned 4.9m at 3.5% Cu, 1.95 g/t Au and 95.63 g/t Ag (incl. 1.6m at 7.5% Cu, 4.43 g/t Au). EC096 hit 5.9m of 0.8% Cu, 2.7% Zn and 46.47 g/t Ag. EC097 is now El Cura's westernmost intercept, creating a 958m span from EC002 with a copper-gold rich trend emerging. Emerita also passed on the previously contemplated Nueva Celti acquisition to focus on IBW, San Antonio and Nuevo Tintillo.On the financing side, Element 29 Resources Inc. (TSXV: ECU | OTCQB: EMTRF | BVL: ECU) closed a non-brokered private placement issuing 32,245,269 shares at $1.10 for gross proceeds of C$35,469,796. Alpayana S.A.C., led by Chair Alejandro Gubbins, entered as a new strategic investor with 9.9%, and Wheaton Precious Metals CEO Randy Smallwood also participated. Proceeds fund the 2026 drill program at the Elida porphyry Cu-Mo-Ag deposit in Perú.Rounding out the day, Eloro Resources Ltd. (TSX: ELO | OTCQX: ELRRF | FSE: P2QM) released an expanded updated MRE for its Iska Iska silver-tin polymetallic project in Potosi, Bolivia. 2026 MRE outlines Indicated 85.17 Mt at 40 g/t Ag, 1.21% Zn, 0.71% Pb (109.53 Moz Ag, 1.03 Mt Zn, 0.60 Mt Pb), plus Inferred 945.43 Mt containing 248.60 Moz Ag, 4.72 Mt Zn, 1.50 Mt Pb, 290,000 t Sn and 1.21 Moz Au. Indicated silver grade is +65% vs. 2023; tin recovery into a 5% Sn concentrate improved from 50.7% to 58.9%.For retail small cap investors, April 22 reinforces a theme: Canadian-listed juniors continue to expand resource scale and grade across gold, silver, tin and copper, while critical-materials names are translating lab results into commercial orders.

AGORACOM Small Cap Breaking News - Market Report, April 21, 2026The junior mining and clean technology sectors delivered a wave of catalysts today, led by breakthroughs in battery materials, high-grade drill results, and major financing deals. Here is a closer look at the headlines driving investor attention.PyroGenesis (TSX: PYR | OTCQX: PYRGF | FRA: 8PY1) announced a world-first in ultra-high temperature processing. The Montreal-based company successfully converted plasma gas directly into battery-grade carbon black and hydrogen using its proprietary DC plasma torch system, with methane and natural gas serving as both the plasma-forming gas and the primary feedstock. Independent testing confirmed the resulting carbon black exceeded battery-grade requirements, including key metrics for ash content, metallic purity, surface area, and tapped density. Unlike conventional furnace or thermal black production, the PyroGenesis process is combustion-free, emission-free, additive-free, and feedstock-free of secondary hydrocarbons. The global carbon black market was valued at approximately US$24.5 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach US$36.1 billion by 2033, with vehicle tires comprising 25-30% carbon black by weight.ESGold (CSE: ESAU) continued advancing its strategy of converting historical mine tailings into near-term gold and silver production at its Montauban project in Quebec. The company's low-capex, environmentally constructive approach to legacy material extraction positions it among a small cohort of Canadian juniors pursuing revenue from reprocessed tailings rather than greenfield development.IMPACT Silver (TSX-V: IPT) reported high-grade gold and silver drill extensions at its Royal Mines property in Mexico, expanding the mineralized footprint and pointing to continued resource growth potential in one of the country's historically prolific silver districts.Windfall Geotek (CSE: WIN) is applying artificial intelligence to gold exploration, announcing new high-priority targets generated by its proprietary CARDS AI platform in Newfoundland. The company's technology-driven targeting approach reflects a broader sector shift toward machine-learning-enabled mineral discovery, where data science is being deployed to de-risk and accelerate early-stage exploration decisions.Argentina Lithium & Energy (TSX-V: LIT) secured a US$100 million strategic investment to advance a direct lithium extraction production facility in Argentina. The deal strengthens the company's pathway to commercial-scale output in one of the world's most important lithium jurisdictions, arriving as global automakers accelerate the localization of electric vehicle supply chains.The Bigger PictureToday's releases underscore three defining trends across junior mining and clean technology: the industrial shift toward cleaner processing and battery-grade materials, the integration of artificial intelligence into exploration workflows, and the willingness of capital markets to deploy large strategic checks into direct extraction and ultra-high temperature technologies. Together, they frame a sector in transition, one where process innovation, data science, and financing are converging to reshape how critical minerals reach end users.Stay tuned to AGORACOM Small Cap Breaking News, your daily go-to source for the best small cap headlines for over 65 million investors since 2007.

Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss!Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:Power Metallic Mines Inc. (TSXV: PNPN) (OTCMKTS: PNPNF)CEO Terry Lynch pointed to drill intercepts exceeding 10% copper equivalent at the Nisk Nickel Sulfide Project in Quebec, with the Lion Zone continuing to grow. A maiden Mineral Resource Estimate is expected this summer, followed by a Preliminary Economic Assessment targeted for Q4. Metallurgical testing shows copper recoveries near 95–99%, and management is evaluating a potential U.S. listing as it advances the project.Aurion Resources Ltd. (TSXV: AU) (OTCQX: AIRRF)Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (TSX: AEM) (NYSE: AEM) has agreed to acquire Aurion in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately C$481 million, offering C$2.60 per share, a 46% premium to the April 17 closing price. The acquisition expands Agnico’s footprint in Finland’s Central Lapland Greenstone Belt, where Aurion controls roughly 761 square kilometres of ground. Closing is expected in early Q3 2026, subject to approvals.New Found Gold Corp. (TSXV: NFG) (NYSE American: NFGC)New Found Gold secured a $205 million financing package to advance its Queensway Gold Project in Newfoundland. The package includes a $100 million bought deal equity financing at $2.96 per share and a $105 million senior secured credit facility at 8.75% fixed for three years. The funding replaces a prior term sheet and supports initial capital expenditures for Phase I development.Revival Gold Inc. (TSXV: RVG) (OTCQX: RVLGF)Initial results from the Joss area at the Beartrack-Arnett Project in Idaho returned 6.4 g/t gold over 19.1 metres, within a broader 5.4 g/t interval over 32.6 metres in a 100-metre step-out hole. Two additional holes have intersected the target structure, with assays pending. The 2026 drill program has been expanded to 4,900 metres with two rigs active, as the high-grade underground target now extends more than 1.2 kilometres along strike and 700 metres vertically.Bottom Line: Today’s headlines highlight strong momentum across the small-cap resource sector, from high-grade drill results and strategic acquisitions to fully funded development plans. Exploration, M&A activity, and capital markets support remain front and center.Stay ahead of the market by following AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.

When a small-cap AI company crosses the cash flow positive line while serving customers that include Google, Microsoft, Netflix and Oracle, it's not just a milestone—it’s a signal that the business model is starting to work. Nextech3D.ai just announced it has reached cash flow positive operations, targeting approximately $400,000 in annual cost savings once fully implemented by May 1, 2026, while also reporting strong recent growth and margin expansion.The company has also announced 50 new customer contracts early in 2026, confirmed its blockchain ticketing infrastructure is now production-ready, and disclosed that CEO Evan Gappelberg purchased another 500,000 shares in the open market. Together, these developments point to a company transitioning from restructuring toward disciplined growth.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWBinary ON: Nextech3D.ai is at or near cash flow positive, with full cost-saving implementation expected by May 1, 2026.Record Economics: The company has recently reported 95% gross margins and 59% year-over-year revenue growth, reflecting improved operating efficiency.Fortune 500 Validation: Serving more than 1,000 customers worldwide, including global organizations such as Google, Microsoft, Oracle and Netflix.50 New Deals: Secured 50 new customer contracts worth approximately $230K since January 2026, with increasing deal sizes.STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONSThe event technology industry has historically required large teams and complex systems to operate at scale. Nextech3D.ai is working to simplify that model by building an AI-first event operating system designed to streamline operations and improve efficiency.By combining AI-driven automation with platform consolidation across Eventdex, Map D, and Krafty, the company is reducing operational complexity while maintaining product development and delivery.The result is a leaner operating structure supported by high-margin software and a growing base of enterprise customers, positioning the company to scale without proportional increases in cost.MARKET CONTEXTThe global events industry continues to evolve as organizers look for more efficient, integrated solutions to manage registration, ticketing, engagement, and analytics.Nextech3D.ai’s unified platform combines these functions into a single system, while its blockchain-based ticketing infrastructure - now production-ready with fiat checkout and a custodial wallet - aims to reduce friction and support broader adoption.Management believes this integrated approach can expand monetization opportunities while supporting enterprise and partner use cases.CEO COMMENTARY"Becoming cash flow positive is a defining inflection point for Nextech3D.ai. It confirms our AI-driven operating model is working - and it gives us the leverage to scale. We've rebuilt the company into a lean, high-velocity, AI-first platform business, and we believe we're now positioned to accelerate disciplined growth through our unified event technology stack and production-ready blockchain infrastructure."— Evan Gappelberg, CEO and DirectorINVESTOR TAKEAWAYNextech3D.ai is moving from a restructuring phase toward a growth phase. The company has reached cash flow positive operations, is serving more than 1,000 customers globally, and has recently demonstrated strong margins and revenue growth.With new customer contracts in 2026, blockchain ticketing now operational, and a unified platform strategy in place, the company is positioning itself to scale more efficiently.For investors, the key shift is clear: the focus is moving from cost reduction toward sustainable growth built on an AI-driven operating model.

When a company reports results that suggest it can do what others have not widely demonstrated, markets pay attention. HPQ Silicon Inc.'s $HPQ / $HPQFF GEN4 21700 cells just crossed 7,030 mAh at 0.55V lower cutoff - a level that, to the company's knowledge, has not been widely reported in publicly available data for an industrial-format cell under comparable conditions.This reflects more than just capacity, including the ability to cycle under extended voltage conditions in testing that would typically result in significant degradation in conventional lithium-ion batteries, with less than 2% degradation over 70 cycles. Voltage Breakthrough:0.55V cutoff may provide approximately 5% more usable energy based on internal estimates, typically inaccessible in lithium-ion cells operated at conventional cutoffs.Cycle Stability:Less than 2% degradation over 70 cycles at extended voltage — described by the company as a performance level not commonly observed under similar conditions.Production Pathway:HPQ is advancing a production plan with capacity in the range of approximately 600,000 21700 cells annually, with discussions underway with drone, military radio, and e-bike manufacturers.Government Backing:Up to $3M federal grant from Natural Resources Canada supports HPQ’s first battery production facility in Canada and is intended to help strengthen domestic supply chains.Federal Support:Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources has previously stated: “Projects like HPQ Silicon's strengthen Canada's ability to manufacture components for high-performance batteries and are creating a world-class battery ecosystem.”STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONSThe battery industry faces significant performance constraints. Conventional graphite anodes in 21700 cells are commonly reported in the ~5,000 mAh range. Silicon-enhanced cells from leading developers are reported in the ~6,000–6,500 mAh range. But there's a second problem that receives less attention: every lithium-ion battery carries energy below the commonly used ~2.5V cutoff. Go below that threshold with graphite, and you risk transforming a rechargeable battery into a single-use cell because the material can degrade rapidly. The industry has largely lived with this constraint for years.HPQ's GEN4 silicon-anode material is designed to operate in this lower-voltage region. By cycling down to 0.55V with under 2% degradation over 70 full charge-discharge cycles in testing, the company reports that it has accessed energy that is typically not utilized. The company states that internal calculations indicate this could translate to about 5% more runtime from the same physical battery under comparable conditions. For a military drone operating at the edge of its range, this could be meaningful for performance and runtime. For an electric bike commuter, it could mean additional range without adding weight. For defense contractors, it represents a potential alternative high-performance option in a segment where performance differentiation is important."What we've demonstrated isn't just higher capacity — it's a new operating mode for our cells under test conditions. We can access energy that conventional batteries typically leave on the table, and we're doing it with cycle stability that holds up over dozens of charge-discharge cycles. The phone's ringing. We're in discussions with drone manufacturers, defense departments, and niche mobility players who are evaluating exactly what we've built. We've gone from 'Can it work?' to 'How fast can you scale?'"HPQ Silicon has reported a significant test milestone. The 7,030 mAh result at extended voltage is not presented as a one-off curiosity — it is described by the company as a performance level not widely reported in publicly available data for industrial 21700 cells under comparable conditions.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWCEO Bernard Tourillon:INVESTOR TAKEAWAY

Small Cap Breaking News You Can't Miss!Here's a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:Power Metallic Mines Inc. (TSXV: PNPN) (OTCBB: PNPNF) (Frankfurt: IVV1)Power Metallic's Winter 2026 drill campaign at the Lion Zone returned strong assay results, with hole PML-26-050 cutting 27.10 metres of 2.17% copper equivalent, including a high-grade 4.76-metre interval at 10.43% CuEqRec. The infill drilling continues to confirm the eastern edge of the copper shoot and supports a planned 2026 Mineral Resource Estimate. With palladium, platinum, and silver credits alongside copper, this polymetallic system in Quebec stands out for its grade and width.HPQ Silicon Inc. (TSX-V: HPQ) (OTCQB: HPQFF) (FRA: O08)HPQ Silicon reported that 21700 cylindrical cells using Novacium's GEN4 silicon anode material have exceeded 7,000 mAh of discharge capacity under extended test conditions — a milestone not widely reported for industrial-format lithium-ion cells. The result maintained initial cycle stability at a lower voltage cutoff than the industry standard, suggesting superior performance over conventional graphite cells under demanding conditions. HPQ holds exclusive North American rights to commercialize Novacium's silicon anode technology under the ENDURA+ brand.Grid Metals Corp. (TSXV: GRDM) (OTCQB: MSMGF)Grid Metals has signed a definitive option and joint venture agreement with Boliden Mineral Canada Ltd. to explore the Thompson East copper-nickel project in northern Manitoba, with Boliden funding a minimum of CAD$9.6 million in staged work to earn an 80% interest. The project sits approximately 15 km from the world-class Thompson Nickel Belt, targeting a Tier 1 magmatic copper-nickel-PGM-cobalt deposit. This partnership with a globally recognized major de-risks the project and brings institutional-quality exploration capacity to Grid Metals.Foremost Clean Energy Ltd. (NASDAQ: FMST) (CSE: FAT) (WKN: A3DCC8)Foremost Clean Energy's 2026 drill program at the Hatchet Lake South Uranium Project in Saskatchewan has intersected unconformity-related uranium mineralization across five holes, highlighted by 1.0% eU3O8 over 1.4 metres within a 4.6-metre interval averaging 0.34% eU3O8. Step-out drilling has expanded the Tuning Fork Uranium Zone to over 150 metres of strike length, building on the 2025 discovery. Strategic backing from major shareholder Denison Mines and proximity to the uranium-rich eastern Athabasca Basin add further credibility to this emerging discovery.Mogotes Metals Inc. (TSXV: MOG) (FSE: OY4) (OTCQB: MOGMF)Mogotes Metals has entered an option-to-joint-venture agreement with Kennecott Exploration Company, a Rio Tinto subsidiary, over the Copper Cliff gold-copper porphyry project in Montana, earning up to 60% through staged exploration expenditures. The deal leverages Rio Tinto's existing 25-hole drill database and targets a large porphyry system with an exploration footprint approximately 1,000 metres deep and 450 by 300 metres at surface. This no-cash earn-in pairs Mogotes with one of the world's largest mining companies in a counter-seasonal project that complements its Argentine flagship.Bottom Line: Today's releases highlight broad momentum across Canadian and North American exploration — high-grade copper-palladium drilling at Power Metallic, a silicon battery capacity breakthrough at HPQ Silicon, institutional earn-in agreements at Grid Metals and Mogotes Metals, and an expanding uranium discovery at Foremost Clean Energy.Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.And don't forget to check out our podcast for deeper dives: https://open.spotify.com/show/74mVPkfalaWXFYY65A2XLM

When a company controls a meaningful stretch of one of Canada’s most productive gold structures and prepares to drill, the market tends to pay attention.With gold prices remaining elevated relative to historical levels, Metals Creek Resources is advancing an initial ~1,500 metre drill program at its Ogden Gold Project in the Timmins camp. The program is targeting multiple zones along approximately 8 kilometres of strike on the Porcupine-Destor Fault, including the past-producing Nabob Mine.As a 50 percent owner and operator alongside Discovery Silver, Metals Creek is building on historical high-grade results and known mineralization. This initial phase is designed to refine targets, with the potential to expand into a larger 10,000 to 20,000 metre drill campaign.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWPrime Location: ~8 km of strike along a major gold-bearing structure in Timmins, ~6 km south of the cityPast Producer: Nabob Mine historically produced approximately 50,000 ounces of goldHigh Grades: Historical drilling includes intercepts such as 210 g/t gold over 12.5 m and 1.9 g/t gold over 95 mJoint Venture: 50 50 partnership with Discovery Silver, with Metals Creek as operatorScalable Plan: Initial ~1,500 m program with potential to expand toward 10,000 to 20,000 m of drillingWHY THIS MATTERSTimmins is one of the most established gold camps globally, supported by decades of production and strong infrastructure. The Porcupine-Destor Fault has been a key control on gold mineralization across the region, with tens of millions of ounces produced historically.Metals Creek’s strategy is to advance a meaningful portion of this structure by building on known zones of mineralization and historical production. With multiple targets already identified and infrastructure nearby, the project is positioned in an area where continued exploration success could support further advancement, subject to results.CEO ALEXANDER SANDY STARES"We are very focused on this program. We have reported strong grades at Ogden and this next phase of drilling is designed to test and refine our structural model. If results align with expectations, we will look to build on that momentum and continue advancing the project."INVESTOR TAKEAWAYMetals Creek offers exposure to a 50 percent interest in a strategically located gold project in Timmins, supported by past production, historical high-grade drill results, and district-scale potential along a major gold-bearing structure.The upcoming ~1,500 metre program represents the next step in evaluating the broader system, with results expected to help guide the scope and direction of future drilling.

Small Cap Breaking News You Can't Miss!Here's a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (TSX-V: WRLG) (OTCQB: WRLGF)The company reported exceptional drill results from the Austin 904 Complex at its Madsen Mine in Ontario, including 215.46 g/t Au over 5.35 metres, 50.34 g/t Au over 4.05 metres, and 61.70 g/t Au over 3 metres. These high-grade intersections reinforce the continuity of a rich unmined mineralized panel within an already-producing underground mine. For gold investors seeking near-term production upside, these grades are difficult to ignore.Sego Resources Inc. (TSX-V: SGZ)Sego drilled 100 metres grading 0.626 gpt gold, including a higher-grade interval of 24.37 metres at 0.958 gpt, at its BC gold project. The results confirm a wide, continuous gold zone that broadens the deposit's potential resource footprint. At a share price of C$0.045, the market cap remains very small relative to the drill results being reported.Condor Energies Inc. (TSX: CDR)Condor announced a new production record of 14,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day at its gas project in Uzbekistan, ahead of schedule. This milestone demonstrates the company's operational momentum in Central Asia and strengthens the case for continued production growth. Investors watching energy companies with tangible production metrics will find this update noteworthy.First Phosphate Corp. (CSE: PHOS) (OTCQX: FRSPF) (OTCQX ADR: FPHOY) (FSE: KD0)Denmark's export credit agency EIFO issued a Letter of Intent to guarantee up to EUR 170 million for First Phosphate's Igneous Phosphate Mining Project in Quebec. This state-backed financing commitment dramatically de-risks the project and positions the company for accelerated development of a key North American phosphate supply for lithium-iron-phosphate battery production. The EIFO backing adds significant institutional credibility to the company's growth trajectory.Nicola Mining Inc. (NASDAQ: NICM) (TSX-V: NIM) (FSE: HLIA)Nicola Mining announced its listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market alongside the pricing of a US$6.0 million public offering, a milestone that broadens the company's investor base and access to U.S. capital markets. The dual-listing on both TSX-V and Nasdaq positions the company for greater visibility among American investors. Proceeds are expected to support ongoing operations at the company's BC-based mining and milling assets.Bottom Line: Today's news highlights a strong day for Canadian resource companies, spanning high-grade gold discoveries, record oil and gas production in Central Asia, state-backed phosphate financing from Europe, and a U.S. exchange listing underscoring growing cross-border investor interest.Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.And don't forget to check out our podcast for deeper dives: https://open.spotify.com/show/74mVPkfalaWXFYY65A2XLM

Small Cap Breaking News You Can't Miss!Here's a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) (FSE: Z7D)ESGold is advancing its fully permitted Montauban Gold-Silver Project in Quebec with active mill construction and simultaneous exploration drilling. The company has expanded its ANT geophysical survey to 70 km2 to evaluate district-scale mineralization potential, with drilling expected to begin in May 2026. ESGold is targeting initial gold-silver production in 2026, combining near-term cash flow with systematic exploration upside.PyroGenesis Inc. (TSX: PYR) (OTCQX: PYRGF) (FRA: 8PY1)PyroGenesis secured a contract with an Asian electronics materials company to supply titanium powder from its NexGen plasma atomization system for use in additive manufacturing of cell phone components. The client is also in discussions to become the primary distributor of PyroGenesis titanium powder across the Asian market. This marks a significant commercial step as the company transitions toward a distribution-based revenue model.Alphamin Resources Corp. (TSXV: AFM) (JSE AltX: APH)Alphamin reported record financial results alongside stable tin production from its high-grade Bisie Tin Mine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Recent exploration drilling at both Mpama North and Mpama South intersected visible cassiterite mineralization, supporting efforts to extend mine life. Alphamin supplies approximately 4% of the world's mined tin, making it a key producer of the critical industrial metal.NevGold Corp. (TSXV: NAU) (OTCQX: NAUFF) (Frankfurt: 5E50)NevGold released positive drill results at its Limousine Butte Project in Nevada, with the best intercept returning 1.11% Sb over 6.1 meters within 1.93 g/t AuEq over 100.6 meters from surface. The company is on track to complete a maiden antimony-gold Mineral Resource Estimate in Q2-2026, with near-term antimony production targeted from historical leach pads by 2027. Antimony is classified as a high-priority critical mineral due to its strategic and military applications.Aldebaran Resources Inc. (TSX-V: ALDE) (OTCQX: ADBRF)Aldebaran reported five infill drill results at the Altar copper-gold project in San Juan, Argentina, led by 936 meters of 0.66% CuEq including a high-grade inner interval of 194 meters at 0.99% CuEq. The program is converting Inferred resources to Measured and Indicated categories ahead of a mineral resource update targeted for Q3-2026. A pre-feasibility study is expected by Q2/Q3-2027, which will mark the first-ever Proven and Probable reserve declaration for the project.Bottom Line: Today's releases reflect broad-based progress across small-cap resource and technology sectors, from near-term production in gold-silver and tin, to a commercial titanium powder contract, and advancing critical mineral projects in antimony and copper-gold.Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.And don't forget to check out our podcast for deeper dives: https://open.spotify.com/show/74mVPkfalaWXFYY65A2XLM

What if one of the most compelling ideas in mining could be summed up in a single concept: bacteria breaking down rock to release trapped metals?It may sound unconventional, but it’s already being applied in real-world operations.BacTech Environmental uses naturally occurring bacteria to process sulphide-rich material, unlocking gold, silver, and other metals that would otherwise remain difficult and costly to recover. These microorganisms act on the rock itself, triggering reactions that separate valuable metals without relying on high heat or chemical-intensive methods.The approach shifts how certain types of material can be viewed, turning what was once uneconomic or overlooked into something potentially viable.This is not theoretical. Bioleaching has been used in commercial plants in Australia, Tasmania, and China, with BacTech involved in building and operating multiple facilities over time.The company is now advancing its flagship project in Tenguel, Ecuador. The fully permitted, construction-ready plant is expected to serve more than 100 small mines, providing a processing solution for material that few others are equipped to handle.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWBugs Eat: Bioleaching is a commercially established process, previously deployed in plants across Australia, Tasmania and China. BacTech’s 50 tpd Ecuador facility is designed to process material from over 100 small mines that currently lack viable treatment options.Gold Math: Tenguel’s updated BFS outlines 30,900 oz/year of gold, a pre-tax NPV(5%) of US$60.7M and a 57.9% IRR at US$1,600/oz gold. With approximately US$22M in projected capex, annual earnings approach US$30M at higher gold prices.  Dr. Paul C. Miller, Ph.D., C.Eng., MIMM, is the Qualified Person.Government Framework: An International Protection Agreement in Ecuador provides 12 years of tax relief and access to international arbitration, supporting project stability.Zero Tailings: BacTech has filed patents on a process designed to convert mine waste into usable products like iron, fertilizer, and metals such as nickel and copper.STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONSConventional mining often relies on smelting, chemical processing, and tailings storage, which can create long-term environmental and financial liabilities. High-arsenic concentrates are increasingly difficult to process, with smelters applying penalties or refusing material altogether.BacTech’s model uses bacteria to extract metals and stabilize contaminants, converting arsenic into ferric arsenate suitable for dry stacking, while producing additional outputs such as magnetite and fertilizer. The result is a multi-product flowsheet that differs from traditional single-commodity processing.CEO ROSS ORR“People hear ‘our bugs eat rocks’ and think it’s some new science experiment. It’s not – we’ve designed and built bioleach plants four times before. Now we’re keeping more of the value for our shareholders. We’ve gone from proving the tech works to proving we can own and operate it ourselves.”INVESTOR TAKEAWAYThis story combines a near-term operating asset with a longer-term platform opportunity.Tenguel represents a fully permitted, 100% owned project with a defined development path, supported by a third-party feasibility study and projected annual production of approximately 30,900 ounces of gold. A planned Phase 2 expansion could increase throughput and output materially.Separately, the Zero Tailings process introduces a potential licensing and royalty model tied to large-scale tailings remediation. Early test work suggests that a significant portion of revenue may come from iron and fertilizer outputs, rather than metals alone.Execution remains dependent on financing and initial commercial deployments, but BacTech is now advancing from a technology validation phase toward potential project-level and platform-level scale.

When a company demonstrates battery performance that only a small number of others have reached, it suggests progress beyond early research and toward real-world applications. HPQ’s latest GEN4 battery cells deliver more than 6,600 mAh on average, with a peak of 6,696 mAh, placing them among the highest-performing cells of this size ever reported. These are fully built 21700-format cells, rather than lab-scale test samples.HPQ, working with its R&D partner Novacium, is now operating within this upper tier of battery performance globally. It also has support of up to $3 million from the Canadian government to help scale production. The next step is translating performance into commercial opportunities.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWTop-Level Results: These batteries reach performance levels achieved by only a small number of companies worldwide.Built For Real Use: The cells are made in a standard commercial format, showing compatibility with existing battery manufacturing processes.Driven By Customers: The move to larger battery sizes reflects what buyers are asking for.Focused Market Entry: Early use cases include drones, military equipment, and specialized electronics where performance matters most.Government Backing: Federal funding is supporting commercialization efforts.WHY THIS MATTERSMost batteries today still depend on materials and supply chains based in Asia. Higher-performance batteries in this category are limited and often not available in large quantities.HPQ’s silicon-based material aims to address this by offering higher performance in a format that works with existing manufacturing processes. The company is focusing on markets where longer battery life or lighter weight directly creates value.At the same time, governments are pushing to build local battery supply chains. HPQ is positioned within this trend, with funding support and growing interest from potential customers in sectors like drones and defense.CEO COMMENTARY  "Reaching an average above 6,500 mAh, with a peak of 6,696 mAh, using a material that has not yet been fully optimized, confirms we have an industrially viable, high-performance solution advancing within our commercialization pathway. To our knowledge, this level of capacity ranks among the highest reported for an industrial 21700-format cell."said Bernard Tourillon, President and CEO of HPQ Silicon. INVESTOR TAKEAWAYHPQ is moving beyond early testing. Previous versions already showed strong performance over time, and this latest version pushes capacity into a range achieved by only a few global players.For investors, this strengthens HPQ’s position in ongoing discussions with potential customers. It also shows a clearer path from development to revenue, supported by government funding and a plan to scale production.There are still risks around securing customers and funding expansion, but the company now has a strong product, backing, and a focused strategy.

Small Cap Breaking News You Can't Miss! Here's today's roundup, April 8, 2026.New Age Metals Inc. (TSX.V: NAM) (OTCQB: NMTLF) (FSE: P7J) — Ring of Fire Expansion: NAM staked the northern extension of its Northern Shield project, expanding to ~34,000 hectares in Ontario's Ring of Fire. The 100% owned expansion secures a layered mafic intrusive complex prospective for PGMs, nickel, and copper. Ontario targets 2026 for road construction, full access by 2031.NuRAN Wireless Inc. (CSE: NUR) (OTC PINK: NRRWF) (FSE: 1RN) — $15M Private Placement + African Expansion: NuRAN is raising up to $15M through a non-brokered placement at $3.66/unit (warrants at $4.30). The company erected its first towers in Ivory Coast and deployed 3G in Cameroon, expanding rural telecom across sub-Saharan Africa.Military Metals Corp. (CSE: MILI) (OTCQB: MILIF) (FSE: QN90) — Europe's Largest Modern Antimony Resource: MILI released a maiden inferred resource of 6.5 Mt at 1.02% Sb and 1.06 g/t Au for 67,000t of antimony and 222,000 oz of gold at its Trojarova Project in Western Slovakia — the largest antimony resource in the EU by modern standards.Lion Rock Resources Inc. (TSXV: ROAR) (FSE: KGB) (OTCQB: LRRIF) — New Gold Discovery in South Dakota: Phase 1 drilling at the Volney Project confirmed gold mineralization across a 500m strike, 400m width, and 200m depth. All 9 drill holes returned gold, with highlights including 36.5m @ 0.5 g/t Au and 23.2m @ 1.1 g/t Au. The system remains open in all directions with near-surface bulk-tonnage potential.E3 Lithium Ltd. (TSXV: ETL) (FSE: OW3) (OTCQX: EEMMF) — Defense-Grade Lithium Partnership: E3 Lithium signed a Teaming Agreement with Germany's TKMS to support Canada's Patrol Submarine Project, establishing a framework for research, technology transfer, and investment aligned with Canada's Industrial and Technological Benefits policy. E3's Clearwater Project in Alberta holds 21.2 Mt LCE in resources with a pre-tax NPV of USD 5.2 Billion.Bottom Line: Today's releases highlight Canada's growing critical minerals momentum — from Ring of Fire expansion and defense-grade lithium supply chains to a maiden antimony resource in Europe and a new gold discovery in South Dakota. Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.

Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss! Here is your daily small-cap news summary, covering the top stories from today's press releases.HPQ Silicon Inc. (TSX-V: HPQ, OTCQB: HPQFF, FRA: O08) reported that 21700 cylindrical cells manufactured using Novacium's GEN4 silicon-based anode material achieved an average discharge capacity exceeding 6,600 mAh, with a record cell reaching 6,696 mAh. Energy density was confirmed at 319.9 Wh/kg and 906.2 Wh/L, representing a 45% improvement over graphite baseline and a 9% advance over GEN3. The company holds exclusive North American rights to commercialize Novacium's GEN3 and GEN4 materials under the HPQ ENDURA+ brand.Predictiv AI Inc. (CSE: PAI, FWB: 7IT) announced the filing of a patent application covering its method for training domain-specific clinical AI models and generating structured clinical reasoning outputs. The company introduced its Clinical AI Reasoning Platform, an extension of CloudRep.ai designed to support medical decision-making through consistent, transparent reasoning using custom small language models. Predictiv AI has begun preparations for a controlled pilot with a select group of clinics.Silver Hammer Mining Corp. (CSE: HAMR) reported positive assay results from its Phase 1 drill program on the 100% owned Silverton Silver Mine Project in Nye County, Nevada. Key intercepts included 361 g/t Ag over 1.52m and 163 g/t Ag over 1.52m, with surface rock samples assaying up to 581 g/t Ag. The mineralization extends below the reported depths of the historic Silverton mine workings, pointing to potential discovery of a chimney and manto CRD-type silver mineralization at depth.Sona Nanotech Inc. (CSE: SONA, OTCQB: SNANF) announced publication of a preclinical study in the Journal of Nanobiotechnology demonstrating that its Targeted Hyperthermia Therapy (THT) combined with PD-1 inhibitor immunotherapy resulted in 38% of animals being alive and cancer-free at 45 days in a colorectal cancer model. Notably, 100% of animals in the THT treatment group responded to immunotherapy compared to 0% in the immunotherapy-alone group. The results build on prior research in melanoma and breast cancer and lay the foundation for a future human trial combining THT with immunotherapy.SOL Strategies Inc. (CSE: HODL, NASDAQ: STKE) announced a definitive agreement to acquire the assets of Darklake Labs Pte. Ltd. for USD $1.2 million, payable primarily in common shares. Darklake developed Zyga, a zero-knowledge proof system built natively for the Solana blockchain that enables private transaction execution while eliminating front-running and sandwich attacks. The Darklake founders and core team, with experience from Meta, IBM, and Coinbase, are expected to join SOL Strategies.The AGORACOM Small Cap Daily Show is your go-to source for the best small-cap headlines, serving over 65 million investors since 2007. Listen to today's show on your favourite podcast platform.Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/74mVPkfalaWXFYY65A2XLM

Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss!Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:Vizsla Copper Corp. (TSXV: VCU) (OTCQB: VCUFF) (Frankfurt: 97E0)Spring drilling at the Thira porphyry discovery in British Columbia delivered the longest continuous copper-molybdenum interval drilled to date, with hole TH26-151 intersecting 435 metres grading 0.49% copper equivalent. The mineralized footprint now extends at least 800 metres east-west and 700 metres north-south and remains open in multiple directions. For critical-minerals investors, the scale and near-surface nature of this infrastructure-supported B.C. project strengthen its development appeal.DeFi Technologies Inc. (Nasdaq: DEFT) (CBOE CA: DEFI) (GR: R9B)DeFi Technologies reported record 2025 annual revenue of $99.1 million, representing 215% growth over 2024. Net income reached $62.7 million compared to a $27.6 million loss the prior year. The company ended 2025 with $91.2 million in cash and a combined treasury and venture portfolio of approximately $178.7 million. Management will host a shareholder call on April 7, 2026 to review the results.Gold X2 Mining Inc. (TSXV: AUXX) (OTCQB: GSHRF) (FSE: DF8)Final assays from the 2025 drill program at the Moss Gold Project in Ontario intersected a new Superion-style shear zone grading 9.0 metres at 3.13 g/t gold, including 3.95 metres at 6.94 g/t gold. The updated NI 43-101 resource now stands at 2.458 million ounces Indicated and 4.209 million ounces Inferred. New mineralization identified in areas previously modeled as waste suggests potential upside to project economics.Highland Copper Company Inc. (TSXV: HI) (OTCQB: HDRSF)Highland Copper was referenced in a White House fact sheet on domestic mining expansion, alongside major producers such as Rio Tinto and Ivanhoe Electric. The acknowledgment relates to the company’s Copperwood Project in Michigan and ongoing engagement with U.S. federal agencies, including a $250 million Letter of Interest from the U.S. Export-Import Bank. The reference highlights the project’s strategic importance within current U.S. copper supply initiatives.Eshbal Functional Food Inc. (TSXV: ESBL)Eshbal reported estimated Q1 2026 revenues of approximately USD $5.3 million, up 41% from USD $3.755 million in Q1 2025. Growth was driven in part by the mid-February 2026 acquisitions of Dare to Be Different Foods and Gluten Free Nation, two U.S.-based gluten-free brands. The acquisitions support Eshbal’s roll-up strategy focused on health-oriented food platforms. Full-year 2025 and Q4 financial results are expected in late April 2026.Bottom Line: Today’s headlines span large-scale copper drill results, a major fintech profitability turnaround, White House recognition for domestic copper development, and accelerating revenue growth in the health-food sector — a broad reflection of small-cap momentum across industries.Stay ahead of the market by following AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.And don’t forget to check out our podcast for deeper dives into the stories shaping the small-cap landscape.

Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss!Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:Quantum BioPharma Ltd. (NASDAQ: QNTM) (CSE: QNTM) (FRA: 0K91)A U.S. federal court has largely denied a joint motion to dismiss Quantum BioPharma’s USD $700 million lawsuit against CIBC World Markets and RBC Dominion Securities, which alleges illegal market manipulation through spoofing practices. The ruling marks a significant legal milestone for the company, allowing the case to move forward. Beyond the courtroom, Quantum continues to advance its drug development pipeline targeting multiple sclerosis and alcohol misuse disorders.Tartisan Nickel Corp. (CSE: TN) (OTCQX) (FSE)Tartisan has proposed a $1 million non-brokered flow-through financing at $0.38 per share to support ongoing exploration at its Kenbridge nickel-copper-cobalt project in Northwestern Ontario. The financing reflects continued commitment to advancing a critical minerals asset in a region increasingly viewed as strategically important for battery metals and supply chain security.Nine Mile Metals Ltd. (CSE: NINE) (OTC PINK: VMSXF) (FSE: KQ9)Nine Mile reported strong certified assay results from drill hole WD-25-2B at the Wedge Mine in the Bathurst Mining Camp. The hole returned 3.17% copper equivalent over 15.00 metres, including a higher-grade interval of 5.99% copper equivalent over 6.84 metres. Visible high-grade copper mineralization at the base of the hole suggests further upside potential as the company prepares for its Phase 3 drill program in May.NevGold Corp. (TSX-V: NAU) (OTCQX: NAUFF) (Frankfurt: 5E50)NevGold achieved up to 99% gold recovery in Phase II metallurgical testing on oxide antimony-gold material at its Limousine Butte Project in Nevada. Sequential leaching for antimony and gold demonstrated minimal impact on gold recoveries, supporting the potential for a combined antimony-gold operation. The company also identified additional antimony mineralization at surface within a historical waste dump.Yukon Metals Corp. (CSE: YMC) (FSE: E770) (OTCQB: YMMCF)Yukon Metals released results from its first drill program at the Star River property near the past-producing Ketza mine in the Yukon. Drilling intersected 11.7 g/t gold within a polymetallic vein system, alongside values of up to 183 g/t silver and 10.6% lead. A drone magnetic survey outlined a 1-kilometre structural corridor, and the company expanded its land position by acquiring the historic Stump silver-lead claims along the same trend.Bottom Line: Today’s headlines highlight strong momentum across the small-cap mining and biotech sectors, from significant court developments and financing initiatives to high-grade drill results and advancing metallurgical programs.Stay ahead of the market by following AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.And don’t forget to check out our podcast for deeper dives into the stories shaping the small-cap market.

Small Cap Stocks Making Headlines: April 1, 2026AGORACOM | Small Cap Breaking NewsSmall cap investors had plenty to digest Wednesday as five companies across biotech, mining, and clean energy posted significant milestones.Quantum BioPharma (C:QNTM) — FDA IND Submission for MS TrialQuantum BioPharma announced it has submitted an Investigational New Drug (IND) application to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its lead compound targeting multiple sclerosis. The filing marks a critical regulatory milestone that would allow human clinical trials to begin. Shares of Q-N-T-M moved on the news as investors weighed the potential of the company's novel therapeutic approach to the MS market.Waste Energy (U:WAST) — Offtake & Feedstock Secured Ahead of May 15 CommissioningWaste Energy confirmed it has locked in both an offtake agreement and a feedstock supply deal — the twin pillars needed to operate its upcoming facility commercially. With commissioning slated for May 15, the agreements de-risk the project significantly and signal the company is on track for revenue generation within weeks. W-A-S-T investors are watching closely as the company transitions from development to production stage.Freegold Ventures (C:FVL) — 11.5 g/t Au Drill Hit at Golden SummitFreegold Ventures reported a headline intercept of 11.5 grams per tonne gold from its ongoing drill program at the Golden Summit project. The result adds to a growing body of high-grade intersections and reinforces the deposit's scale potential. F-V-L shares have drawn attention from precious metals investors tracking the junior gold space.Captain Mining (C:CAPT) — 1,450.5 g/t AgEq Drill InterceptCaptain Mining delivered one of the most eye-catching drill results of the year: 1,450.5 grams per tonne silver equivalent. The intercept underscores the high-grade nature of Captain's silver-dominant system and could catalyze further investor interest in C-A-P-T as the company advances toward a resource estimate.Greenland Resources (C:MOLY) — 8-Year Offtake Agreement with SSABGreenland Resources announced an 8-year molybdenum offtake agreement with Swedish steelmaker SSAB, a major buyer of the critical mineral used in high-strength steel production. The long-term contract provides revenue visibility and validates the strategic importance of M-O-L-Y's molybdenum assets amid growing demand from the green steel sector.Listen to the full AGORACOM Small Cap Breaking News Daily Show audio discussion of all five stories: https://notebooklm.google.com/notebook/535d0f36-df00-4ebd-91de-a8e999dee68d?artifactId=6bdd4c06-990a-41b3-a57d-9c7fad7c83d4

Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss!Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:Nextech3D.AI Corporation (CSE: NTAR) (OTCQB: NEXCF) (FSE: 1SS)CEO Evan Gappelberg has purchased an additional 500,000 common shares on the open market at $0.12 CAD, bringing his total ownership to more than 30 million shares. The insider buy reinforces management’s confidence in the company’s AI-powered event technology platform, which has reported 95% gross margins and 59% year-over-year revenue growth. With 50 new enterprise contracts signed since January and profitability achieved at its Krafty Labs division, the company believes its current valuation does not reflect its growth trajectory.Thunderstruck Resources Ltd. (TSXV: AWE) (OTC: THURF)Zhaojin International Gold Co. Ltd. (SZSE: 000506), one of China’s leading gold producers with annual output of 600,000 to 700,000 ounces, is making a strategic investment in Thunderstruck for approximately 19.99% of the company at $0.11 per share, totaling about CDN$1.56 million. This marks Zhaojin’s first investment in an exploration company and validates Thunderstruck’s district-scale gold, silver, zinc and copper portfolio in Fiji. Zhaojin will receive a board seat and the right to appoint a Vice President of Exploration.Advanced Gold Exploration Inc. (CSE: AUEX) (FSE: ZF2) (OTCID: AUHIF)The 2025 drill program at Buck Lake has confirmed massive sulphide mineralization along a 3,000-metre electromagnetic corridor in Ontario’s Batchawana Greenstone Belt. Drill hole BL-25-01 returned 9 metres averaging 510 ppm copper, with a peak of 1,180 ppm. BL-25-03 intersected 16.5 metres averaging 545 ppm copper, with highs up to 1,200 ppm. The polymetallic VMS signature, comparable to systems such as Kidd Creek and the Horne Mine, suggests the current shallow drilling may represent only the upper portion of a larger mineralized structure.Minaurum Silver Inc. (TSXV: MGG) (OTCQX: MMRGF) (FSE: 78M)Minaurum’s Phase II drill program at the Alamos Silver Project in Sonora, Mexico, has delivered high-grade results from the Quintera Vein Zone. Hole AL26-180W returned 5.30 metres grading 570 g/t silver, including 2.50 metres at 1,024 g/t silver. Hole AL26-188 intersected 5.80 metres at 581 g/t silver. Notably, Quintera was not included in the company’s initial resource estimate and is expected to be incorporated into an updated estimate in the second half of 2026. With six rigs active on a fully funded 50,000-metre program, Minaurum continues to expand high-grade zones across multiple vein systems.Bottom Line: Today’s headlines highlight insider conviction, international strategic investment, and strong drill results across the small-cap mining and technology sectors. From a CEO increasing his personal stake to a major Chinese gold producer backing a Fiji-based explorer, these developments point to growing confidence in companies demonstrating tangible operational progress.Stay ahead of the market by following AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.And be sure to check out our podcast for deeper dives: https://open.spotify.com/show/74mVPkfalaWXFYY65A2XLM

Small Cap Breaking News You Can't Miss!Here's a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:NuRAN Wireless Inc. (CSE: NUR) (OTC: NRRWF) (FSE: 1RN)NuRAN Wireless has submitted an application to list on the Nasdaq Capital Market, a move set to broaden its investor base and elevate its profile among global institutional investors. The company also appointed Navindran Naidoo, a 25-year MTN Group telecom veteran, and Gerard Lokossou, who brings nearly 30 years of African telecom leadership across MTN, Airtel Africa, and Orange, as Strategic Advisors. NuRAN focuses on rural telecom infrastructure for remote regions worldwide, currently trading at C$4.10 with a C$53.6M market cap.Quantum BioPharma Ltd. (NASDAQ: QNTM) (CSE: QNTM) (FRA: 0K91)Quantum BioPharma signed a binding Letter of Intent with Allucent, a global CRO with proven central nervous system trial experience, to run a Phase 2 clinical trial of Lucid-MS for multiple sclerosis. Lucid-MS is a first-in-class compound designed to halt demyelination — the nerve-sheath destruction that drives MS progression — in a global MS therapeutic market projected to exceed $38 billion by 2030. The Phase 2 trial is expected to initiate in Q2 2026, subject to regulatory approvals. Stock at C$6.57; market cap C$25.1M.Xali Gold Corp. (TSXV: XGC)Xali Gold has kicked off engineering studies to update the Feasibility Study for its Pico Machay Gold Project in Peru, engaging Adam Johnston of Transmin Metallurgical Consultants to oversee mineral processing and recovery optimization. The project hosts a historical resource of 264,600 oz gold (measured and indicated) plus 446,000 oz inferred, originally assessed at $700/oz gold — well below today's market price. The company is simultaneously initiating its Detailed Environmental Impact Assessment, the longest-lead permitting step in Peru, giving it a 12-to-24-month head start. Stock at C$0.30; market cap C$48.3M.Gold Orogen Resources Corp. (CSE: OROG)Gold Orogen's fall 2025 diamond drill program at McIntyre Brook, New Brunswick has confirmed a mineralized structural zone likely representing the extension of the Williams Brook gold trend held by Kinross-Puma. Three of six drill holes intersected gold mineralization, with the best result returning 1.12 g/t Au over 4.85 m core length. Only 1.5 km of a 3 km strike has been explored so far, with a 2026 drill program planned to systematically test the remaining half. Stock at C$0.10; market cap C$4.4M.New Zealand Energy Corp. (TSXV: NZ)NZEC's Ngaere-2 well in the onshore Taranaki Basin delivered a strong initial flush production of approximately 2,500 barrels of oil and is now flowing at a stable, unstimulated rate of roughly 300 barrels per day. Located within 4 km of existing producing wells and close to the Waihapa production facility, the well supports straightforward tie-in and ongoing field development. With infrastructure debottlenecking underway and several behind-pipe pay intervals identified in nearby wells, near-term production upside remains. Stock at C$0.415; market cap C$23.2M.Bottom Line: Today's small-cap headlines span five sectors — telecom infrastructure, biopharma, gold development, gold exploration, and oil production — with standout catalysts including a Nasdaq uplisting bid, a Phase 2 MS drug trial, and a 300 bbl/day new well all pointing to active value creation.Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.And don't forget to check out our podcast for deeper dives: https://open.spotify.com/show/74mVPkfalaWXFYY65A2XLM

When a company raises fresh capital while its stock is frozen and global markets are unsettled, it can indicate a level of conviction that’s hard to ignore. Fobi AI has now completed the third and final tranche of its non‑brokered private placement—27,084,000 units at $0.05 for total gross proceeds of $1,354,200 under a failure‑to‑file cease trade order—and is shifting its full attention to completing its Annual 2025 and Q1/Q2 2026 financial filings. As an AI and data intelligence company repositioning itself around a consulting‑driven model sometimes described internally as a “Deloitte of the AI era” approach, Fobi is using this financing to support its transition from regulatory constraint toward a potential return to active trading, backed by new high‑net‑worth investors who are buying into its Agentic AI and consulting‑driven model. The next phase is about working to clear the remaining regulatory requirements and then demonstrating whether its lean, AI‑native platform can scale in the public markets.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWCTO Financing: Fobi completed a three‑tranche, $1.354M private placement at $0.05 per unit while under a BC Securities Commission cease trade order.New Capital: Proceeds are earmarked for sales and marketing, product expansion and integration, market expansion, and working capital.Filing Sprint: Management’s stated goal is to have all Annual 2025 and Q1/Q2 2026 financials filed, then submit the file to regulators for CTO and relisting review.Investor Rotation: The raise brought in new high‑net‑worth investors focused on Fobi’s Agentic AI IP and consulting strategy, not just its legacy story.Lean Machine: Management highlights a reduced burn rate supported by its own Agentic AI stack, aiming for a more efficient relaunch.STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONSThe core problem in enterprise AI today isn’t hype; it’s execution. Most businesses are working with siloed tools—Salesforce here, HubSpot there, a patchwork of point solutions and experimental AI agents that stakeholders may not fully trust. Add regulatory scrutiny, security concerns, and the fear of being the guinea pig for an unproven project, and adoption slows.Fobi is addressing that friction as a full‑stack “AI systems integrator” that sells and supports its own IP end‑to‑end. Instead of being just another layer on top of ChatGPT, its FIXYR Agentic AI platform is designed to run on Fobi’s own enterprise LLM infrastructure, deployed on secure, Canadian‑hosted servers with an emphasis on data sovereignty. The model is intended to be simple for operators: one integrated AI and data stack, a single accountable vendor, and a consulting‑driven go‑to‑market that Fobi positions as closer to a Deloitte‑style services approach than a point‑solution startup vendor.Timing matters. The Shopify CEO is encouraging founders to build the “AI version” of every software category, and leaders like Sam Altman and Jensen Huang are helping to push Agentic AI concepts into the mainstream. Fobi spent its CTO period focusing on foundational work—rebuilding finance functions, reducing burn, deploying FIXYR in production, and engaging with enterprise‑scale prospects. Returning to market with a live Agentic AI platform, documented 20,000‑ticket deployments, and a SaaS + consulting model represents a different company emphasis than the one investors last saw before the November 2024 cease trade order.CEO ROB ANSON:"We’ve taken our hits, but we’re still standing and now we believe the path is clearer. We went through the pain, rebuilt the infrastructure, closed the financing under a CTO, and now we’ll work to finish the filings and get back to building the business in public, subject to regulatory review. The second time around, we’re doing it our way—lean, focused, and with technology people can finally see and use."

SMALL-CAP MARKET INTELLIGENCE — MARCH 26, 2026Defense, biotech, resources and critical minerals dominate today's small-cap tape with a wave of catalysts across nine companies.Defense & Technology Lead the ChargeDraganfly Inc. (DPRO) anchors today's session with a sweeping corporate update confirming $145 million in cash — nearly matching its current market cap — while flagging growing U.S. defense contracts, including a supply deal with Air Force Special Operations Command and a perfect score in the Secretary of War's Drone Dominance Program. Meanwhile, Nextech3D.ai (NTAR) announced the addition of Apple Pay and Google Pay to its blockchain ticketing stack, completing a mainstream-ready payment infrastructure that lets attendees buy verifiable on-chain tickets with no crypto knowledge required. The platform is now positioned for enterprise and government deployment across thousands of events.Biotech MilestoneQuantum BioPharma (QNTM) named Harvard-affiliated neurologist Dr. Salvatore Napoli as Principal Investigator for its planned Phase 2 trial of Lucid-MS, a first-in-class compound targeting demyelination in Multiple Sclerosis. Napoli brings over 20 years of clinical and research experience from the Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School. An FDA Investigational New Drug application is expected within weeks — a critical regulatory milestone before clinical evaluation can begin.Oil & Gas: Namibia in PlayReconAfrica (RECO) has commenced production testing at its Kavango West 1X discovery in Namibia, with updated petrophysical analysis boosting net hydrocarbon pay to 75 metres — up from 64 metres previously. Six zones spanning 345 metres of prospective interval will be tested using Halliburton and Schlumberger services, setting up a near-term production catalyst.Critical Minerals in FocusNouveau Monde Graphite (NOU) executed a binding long-form offtake framework with the Government of Canada for 30,000 tonnes per year of graphite concentrate from its Matawinie Mine in Québec — on a take-or-pay basis over a seven-year term. The deal complements US$335M in committed senior secured project debt from Export Development Canada and the Canada Infrastructure Bank, clearing a path to a positive Final Investment Decision. SAGA Metals (SAGA) acquired a 120-claim titanium project directly from Rio Tinto in Quebec's Havre-Saint-Pierre Anorthosite Complex — the same district as Rio Tinto's world-class Lac Tio operation — with grab samples returning 32.4% TiO₂, 65.1% Fe₂O₃ and 2,260 ppm vanadium. Antimony Resources (ATMY) continues to impress at its Bald Hill project in New Brunswick, where the newly discovered Marcus (West) Zone has expanded to 80 metres of exposed massive stibnite mineralization, resembling the main zone in concentration, while 6,500 of a planned 10,000-metre drill program is complete.Gold ShinesAton Resources (AAN) reported standout polymetallic results from Abu Marawat in Egypt's Eastern Desert, including 21.85 g/t Au, 178 g/t Ag, 0.55% Cu and 5.21% Zn over 20 metres — the kind of high-grade, multi-commodity intercept that underscores the deposit's strategic value. Omai Gold Mines (OMG) further cemented its Tier 1 credentials in Guyana with drill results of 7.74 g/t Au over 13.5m and 10.02 g/t Au over 5.4m at the Wenot deposit. With five rigs turning, an updated Mineral Resource Estimate expected within weeks, and a new geophysical drill target — "The Handle" — now underway, Omai continues to build scale rapidly.AGORACOM Small Cap Breaking News | agoracom.com

Small Cap Breaking News You Can't Miss!Here's a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:Predictiv AI Inc. (CSE: PAI) (FWB: 7IT)Predictiv AI announced continued expansion of its CloudRep.ai platform, now actively deployed across Healthcare, Retail, Real Estate, Travel, and Global Markets. The company is scaling its AI-powered automated communications solution to enterprise clients worldwide. Investors are watching for revenue acceleration as deployment breadth signals growing commercial adoption.Metals Creek Resources Corp. (TSXV: MEK) / Benton Resources Inc. (TSXV: BEX)Metals Creek Resources and Benton Resources provided an update on their joint Ontario gold property venture, reporting progress on exploration activities targeting a mineral-rich corridor in northern Ontario. This collaboration consolidates resources between two junior explorers to accelerate project advancement and potential discovery.Aftermath Silver Ltd. (TSXV: AAG) (OTCQX: AAGFF)Aftermath Silver delivered strong drill results from its Ontario silver project, with intercepts highlighting record high-grade silver mineralization. The results confirm the property's potential as a significant silver deposit at a time when silver demand from industrial and green energy applications is rising. Investors will note the grade and width of the intercepts as key indicators of the project's economic viability.Brixton Metals Corporation (TSX-V: BBB) (OTCQX: BBBXF)Brixton Metals reported high-grade copper-gold drill intercepts from its Papua New Guinea project, with results demonstrating continuity of mineralization at depth. The discovery supports a large-scale porphyry copper-gold system, and with copper demand surging on electrification themes, this result positions Brixton as a company to watch in the critical minerals space.Adyton Resources Corporation (TSXV: ADY)Adyton Resources announced a natural hydrogen discovery in Newfoundland, a frontier energy opportunity attracting increasing scientific and investment interest. Natural hydrogen — generated geologically without industrial processes — represents a potential low-cost, zero-emission energy source, adding a new dimension to Canada's emerging hydrogen strategy.TooGood Gold Corp. (TSXV: TGC) (OTCQB: TGGCF) (FSE: D3P)TooGood Gold reported the identification of an extensive high-grade mineral trend across its property, significantly expanding the known footprint of mineralization. The trend's scale and grade profile suggest strong exploration upside ahead of planned follow-up drilling.Lithium Ionic Corp. (TSXV: LTH) (OTCQX: LTHCF) (FSE: H3N)Lithium Ionic Corp. secured major supply agreements with global battery manufacturers, a significant commercial milestone for the company's lithium development projects. The deals provide revenue visibility and validation from tier-one industrial partners, representing a meaningful de-risking event for investors focused on critical battery metals.EonX Technologies Inc. (CSE: EONX)EonX Technologies reported its first full year of profitability, driven by growth in its payment processing and fintech platform. The milestone marks a turning point as the company transitions from development-stage to cash-generating operations, making it compelling for investors seeking profitable small-cap tech with scalable platforms.Bottom Line: Today's news flow is dominated by high-grade mineral discoveries across gold, silver, and copper alongside a frontier natural hydrogen find, while Predictiv AI and EonX demonstrate expanding commercial traction and profitability milestones.Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.

🚨 Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss! 🚨Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today.Waste Energy Corp. (OTCQB: WAST) confirmed that its 15-ton-per-day tire processing unit has arrived in Midland, Texas, locking in a May 15, 2026 commissioning date. The system is designed to process up to 100,000 discarded tires per year, converting landfill waste into liquid fuels and recovered steel. With feedstock sourced locally from existing tire stockpiles, the company positions itself with no traditional exploration risk and a clear path toward revenue generation.Lomiko Metals (TSXV: LMR | OTC: LMRMF) released a Preliminary Feasibility Study for its La Loutre graphite project in Quebec, outlining a pre-tax NPV of C$797.5 million, a 30.3% internal rate of return, and projected gross revenue of C$4.7 billion over a 28-year mine life. The project benefits from U.S. Defense Production Act Title III support, strengthening its role in securing North American battery supply chains.Andina Copper (TSXV: ANDC | OTCQB: PMMCF) reported a major drill intercept in Colombia, including 454 metres grading 0.43% copper. The results confirm large-scale, continuous mineralization in a copper porphyry system where scale drives economics. With only part of the target tested to date, the company continues to evaluate the broader expansion potential.Nevada King Gold (TSXV: NKG | OTCQB: NKGFF) announced a C$16 million financing, including a C$10 million strategic investment from Sentara Gold for a 9.9% stake. The funds will advance the 1.02 million ounce measured and indicated resource at the Atlanta Gold Mine in Nevada. Institutional backing of this size adds validation and strengthens the project’s development pathway.Renforth Resources (CSE: RFR | OTC: RFHRF) closed a C$1 million financing to support a planned 60,000 metre drill program at its Parbec gold deposit. The aggressive campaign is designed to expand and better define the resource footprint in Quebec’s Abitibi region.Miata Metals (CSE: MMET | OTCQX: MMETF) delivered its strongest intercept to date at the Big Berg discovery in Suriname, reporting 96 metres at 1.41 g/t gold starting at surface. Near-surface mineralization supports potential open-pit development and confirms district-scale potential at this emerging target.Across energy, battery materials, copper and gold, today’s updates highlight real numbers, active drilling, and institutional capital moving into the small-cap space.For more breaking small-cap news, follow AGORACOM and subscribe to the AGORACOM podcast to stay informed with daily updates, CEO interviews, and in-depth analysis designed for serious investors.

🚨 Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss! 🚨Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:🔋 PyroGenesis (TSX: PYR) (OTCQX: PYRGF)PyroGenesis unveiled its plasma-based system at New Zealand’s first national refrigerant destruction facility, marking a major step in climate tech infrastructure. The facility can destroy up to 100,000 kg of harmful gases annually, eliminating emissions equal to 220 million kg of CO2. This positions PyroGenesis as a key player in global environmental solutions and scalable clean tech deployment.🧪 Quantum BioPharma (CSE: QNTM) (NASDAQ: QNTM)Quantum BioPharma announced peer-reviewed clinical results for its supplement unbuzzd, showing it can reduce blood alcohol levels 40% faster within 30 minutes and significantly improve alertness and hangover symptoms—without side effects. The publication adds scientific credibility and strengthens its commercial and royalty-driven growth potential in the wellness market.🚁 Draganfly (CSE: DPRO) (NASDAQ: DPRO)Draganfly achieved a major milestone with Palladyne AI by successfully integrating autonomous swarm drone technology and completing flight simulations. The system allows drones to operate independently and collaboratively in real time, even in disrupted environments—opening doors to next-generation defense contracts and expanding its presence in military applications.⛏️ Liberty Gold (TSX: LGD) (OTCQX: LGDTF)Liberty Gold is selling its Goldstrike Project for $72.5 million, unlocking non-dilutive capital to advance its flagship Black Pine project. The deal includes staged payments and equity, giving Liberty both immediate funding and future upside exposure—a strategic move to streamline its portfolio and accelerate development.📊 Snipp Interactive (TSX-V:SPN) (OTC PINK:SNIPF)Snipp landed its largest contract ever—$3 million—from an existing global pet care client. The expansion builds on a proven loyalty program powered by AI-driven receipt validation, reinforcing strong client retention and growing demand for data-driven marketing tied directly to verified purchases. Revenue runs through 2027, adding long-term visibility.💡 Bottom Line: From climate tech and biotech breakthroughs to defense innovation, mining strategy, and AI-driven marketing—today’s small-cap movers are showing real execution, real partnerships, and real growth potential.👉 Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.🎧 And don’t forget to check out our podcast for deeper dives:https://open.spotify.com/show/74mVPkfalaWXFYY65A2XLM

🚨 Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss! 🚨Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:🔥 PyroGenesis Inc. (TSX: PYR)Major industrial validation for plasma technologyGlobal leaders Rio Tinto and Alcoa confirmed strong performance from PyroGenesis’ plasma torchesEnergy consumption reduced by ~35%Cycle times improved by 20–27%Dross (waste) reduced by up to 55%Maintained or improved metal quality vs. natural gas👉 Big picture: Plasma torches are proving to be a cleaner, more efficient alternative to fossil fuel burners in aluminum production—potentially boosting output while lowering costs and emissions.🤖 Predictiv AI Inc. (CSE: PAI)Brings in a global AI pioneer to accelerate platform developmentAppoints Professor George Rzevski as Strategic AdvisorExpert in multi-agent systems and swarm AI (used in logistics, fleets, smart cities)Technology aims to coordinate large-scale systems in real time👉 Why it matters: This strengthens Predictiv AI’s push into next-gen AI platforms that manage complex operations like fleets and infrastructure—an area with growing global demand.⛏️ Scorpio Gold Corp. (TSXV: SGN)Expands gold mineralization beyond known resource24.69m @ 0.75 g/t gold at Black Mammoth (step-out discovery)Additional strong results:14.95m @ 1.25 g/t gold19.96m @ 1.05 g/t gold56 holes drilled, with more results pending👉 Big picture: Results suggest district-scale potential at the Manhattan project in Nevada, with mineralization extending beyond current resource boundaries.🧠 HEALWELL AI Inc. (TSX: AIDX)Breakout year with revenue surge and profitability milestone$103.8M revenue (up 427% YoY)First full year of positive Adjusted EBITDA ($2.3M)Transitioned to pure-play AI & software modelExpanding globally with:Government contractsU.S. healthcare data dealsEnterprise AI deployments👉 Why it matters: HEALWELL is moving from early-stage to scaled AI deployment in healthcare, with growing adoption across major systems.🔋 NexMetals Mining Corp. (TSXV: NEXM)Strong drill results point to larger resource potential180.8m @ 1.31% CuEq headline resultAdditional wide intervals:101m @ 0.85% CuEq94.2m @ 0.96% CuEqHigh-grade zone:6.9m @ 7.92% CuEqResults to feed into updated resource (Q2 2026)👉 Big picture: New data—including previously unmeasured metals—could expand the resource and improve project economics at its Botswana asset.📢 Stay Ahead of the MarketFollow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news, insights, and updates you need to know.

Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss! Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today:Nextech3D.AI CSE: NTAR — Profitability Achieved, Margins ExpandingNextech3D.ai reported a major milestone as its newly acquired Krafty Labs division turned profitable in its first full month Feb 2026.Key Takeaways:~$130K revenue in February with ~55% net marginEstimated ~$3.0M Annual Recurring Revenue ARRTargeting ~80% blended gross margins in 2026Backed by hundreds of enterprise customers and a land-and-expand modelWhy it matters: Early profitability + high-margin recurring revenue signals operating leverage and a potential path toward cash-flow positive operations in 2026 subject to execution and market conditions.Predictiv AI CSE: PAI — Strategic IR & Market Support InitiativesPredictiv AI announced two key capital markets moves aimed at strengthening its market presence.What’s new:Signed a 12-month marketing and investor relations agreement with AGORACOMEngaged Venture Liquidity Providers VLP for market-making servicesLaunching a Verified Discussion Forum for transparent investor engagementWhy it matters: The company is enhancing visibility, communication, and trading stability as it continues developing its vertical AI solutions across fleet and communications industries.Inventus Mining TSXV: IVS — Turning Exploration Into RevenueInventus is showing a different path forward in mining—generating revenue during exploration.Highlights from Pardo Project:$1.16M in gold sales102% return on direct bulk sample costs172 oz gold recovered from 2,512 tonnes~17,500 tonnes stockpiled + 20,000 tonnes permittedWhy it matters: Inventus is bridging exploration and production, using bulk sampling to generate non-dilutive cash flow while advancing the project.Brixton Metals TSXV: BBB — High-Grade Silver BreakthroughBrixton reported record silver intercepts at its Langis Project in Ontario’s historic Cobalt camp.Drill highlights:18.2m of 3,638 g/t silverIncluding 6.8m of 9,421 g/t silverAdditional wide zones of strong mineralizationWhy it matters: These results highlight exceptional grade + continuity, reinforcing the potential of historic mining districts with modern exploration.Royal Road Minerals TSXV: RYR — Defining a Large-Scale Gold-Copper SystemRoyal Road continues to expand its Güíntar project in Colombia with broad, continuous mineralization.Key results:176m at 1.2 g/t gold equivalentIncluding 76m at 2.1 g/t gold + copper and silverMineralization from surface to more than 450m depthWhy it matters: The company is outlining a bulk-tonnage system with scale, supporting a potential long-life underground mining scenario.The Big Picture:From AI-driven enterprise platforms to high-grade and scalable mining discoveries, today’s updates highlight how small caps are executing across technology, resource development, and capital markets strategy.Stay Ahead of the MarketFollow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and updates

🚨 Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss! 🚨Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today.Fury Gold Mines (TSX: FURY | NYSE American: FURY) reported strong infill drill results at its Eau Claire Gold Project in Quebec, including 11.74 g/t gold over 6.63 metres within a broader mineralized interval. The company says the results confirm continuity of high-grade zones and support resource expansion. A fully financed Phase 2 drill program of up to 25,000 metres is now underway to convert and grow resources through 2026.Gold Terra (TSXV: YGT) delivered impressive assays from its 2026 winter drill program at the Yellorex zone near the historic Con Mine in Yellowknife. Highlights include 8.2 g/t gold over 20.35 metres, including 18.8 g/t over 6.75 metres. Management says the results confirm near-surface continuity and aim to expand the existing resource base in one of Canada’s most historic high-grade gold camps.West Point Gold (TSXV: WPG) defined a new shallow gold zone at its Gold Chain Project in Arizona, returning 36.6 metres at 1.04 g/t gold from surface at the Black Dyke target. The zone remains open in multiple directions and could represent a second resource area beyond the Tyro Main Zone. Follow-up drilling is planned as part of the ongoing 15,000-metre program.Legacy Gold Mines (TSXV: LEGY) expanded mineralized widths at its Baner Gold Project in Idaho, with final assays extending one hole to 187.5 metres at 0.55 g/t gold. A northern step-out hole returned 64 metres at 0.57 g/t gold from surface, extending the zone 136 metres along strike. The company says the system remains open in all directions and continues to support its large conceptual exploration target.Andina Copper (TSXV: ANDC) intersected 126 metres at 0.46% copper, 0.53 g/t gold, and 2.14 g/t silver at Piuquenes East in Argentina, within a broader 402-metre mineralized interval. The results expand the vertical footprint of the porphyry system and show increasing gold grades at depth. Follow-up drilling is underway at both Piuquenes East and a new deep geophysical target at Piuquenes North.These companies are advancing projects across top mining jurisdictions in North and South America, delivering drill results that could shape future resource growth and development plans.For more breaking small-cap news, exclusive CEO interviews, and in-depth coverage, follow AGORACOM and subscribe to the AGORACOM podcast to stay ahead of the market.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWBest Lion intercept to date: 16.55m @ 15.11% CuEqRecExisting Nisk Main resource: 5.43Mt indicated @ 1.05% NiEq and 1.79Mt inferred @ 1.35% NiEqStrong metallurgy: 98.9% copper recovery plus strong recoveries for palladium, platinum, gold and silverFall PEA targeted to begin defining Lion’s potential economicsLatest drilling expanded a near-surface zone that may support an early open-pit scenarioLion East and Lion West point to further exploration upsidePower Metallic says it is backed by 15 billionairesThe company is advancing an NYSE application and evaluating NASDAQ-related optionsPower Metallic is beginning to move the conversation from drill results to the question investors care about most: what could Lion ultimately be worth?At Québec’s Nisk Project Area, the company recently reported its strongest copper intersection to date at Lion: 16.55 metres grading 15.11% CuEqRec. The result matters not just because of the grade, but because it continues to strengthen confidence in Lion as part of a larger polymetallic system.This is also not a company starting from scratch. Power Metallic already has an NI 43-101 mineral resource at Nisk Main, while Lion is emerging as a potentially important second pillar within the project area. CEO Terry Lynch says the combination of high grades, strong metallurgical recoveries and near-surface mineralization is beginning to shift the story beyond pure exploration toward a development discussion.Lynch says the company is targeting a fall Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) to begin framing Lion in economic terms.Investors are no longer just asking whether Lion can deliver strong drill holes. They are asking what those holes might support in a future mine scenario.Metallurgy strengthens that bridge. In January, Power Metallic reported 98.9% copper recovery, along with strong recoveries for other payable metals. According to Lynch, that helps reinforce the potential economic value of Lion’s high-grade mineralization.The latest drilling expanded a near-surface zone that may be amenable to early open-pit extraction in a potential mining scenario.That is significant because many copper discoveries require deep, capital-intensive development. Lynch believes Lion may present a different geometry, potentially allowing a more manageable first phase than investors might expect.Recent exploration also points to additional upside at Lion East and Lion West, where drilling has intersected Lion-style sulphides linked to newly identified structural trends.Management believes these trends may indicate Lion is part of a broader polymetallic system rather than an isolated occurrence, potentially expanding the opportunity across the wider Nisk Project Area.Power Metallic is no longer just trying to prove that Lion is high grade.It is now trying to show that Lion could become economically meaningful.If the planned fall PEA confirms that potential, the next phase of the story may shift from exploration success to building the economic framework for a growing discovery within the larger Nisk district.MOVING TOWARD ECONOMICSWHY NEAR-SURFACE MATTERSA GROWING DISTRICT STORYINVESTOR TAKEAWAY

Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss! Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today.Great Atlantic Resources (TSXV: GR) is kicking off its 2026 exploration program at the Glenelg property in New Brunswick, targeting gold, antimony, vanadium, lithium, and titanium. Early results already include gold samples up to 1.72 grams per tonne and antimony up to 23.4%, giving the project strong exposure to both precious metals and critical minerals. Management says the goal this year is to advance discoveries toward drill targets and expand work across multiple mineralized zones.Draganfly (CSE: DPRO, NASDAQ: DPRO) demonstrated its drone platforms for the Canadian Armed Forces after participating in the Army’s MINERVA working group. The company showcased multiple systems for surveillance, reconnaissance, and tactical support, and successfully flew them in freezing rain and winter field conditions. It is another sign Draganfly is pushing deeper into defense and national security markets at a time when demand for drone solutions continues to grow.DLP Resources (TSXV: DLP) reported strong new trench results from its Esperanza copper-molybdenum project in Peru, including 48 metres grading 1.03% copper within a broader 86 metres grading 0.73% copper. The company also reported multiple long near-surface copper intervals across a mineralized zone measuring roughly 300 by 700 metres, helping build the case for a larger drill-ready copper target later this year.Copper Giant Resources (TSXV: CGNT, OTCQB: LBCMF) delivered major new drilling results from its Mocoa project in Colombia, including 257 metres grading 0.63% copper equivalent and 191 metres grading 0.72% copper equivalent within a broader 476-metre mineralized interval. The company also identified higher grades at depth along the southern edge of the deposit, while continuing infill drilling aimed at improving confidence in one of the Americas’ largest undeveloped copper-molybdenum systems.Promino Nutritional Sciences (CSE: MUSL, OTC: MUSLF) announced the largest production run in company history for Rejuvenate Muscle Health, launching approximately 3.5 million servings, or about 225,000 consumer units. The run supports growing retail and online demand, includes new flavors, and is the first to use the company’s new proprietary formula, with a United States patent filing planned for the second quarter of 2026. Promino is also expanding beyond retail and Amazon with a planned TikTok Shop USA launch in May.From critical minerals and copper exploration to defense drones and consumer health scale-up, today’s lineup shows small caps making serious moves across multiple sectors. Follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news, market insight, and company updates.Follow AGORACOM on our podcast too:https://open.spotify.com/show/74mVPkfalaWXFYY65A2XLM

producing mining company” CEO Gordon RobbWith gold trading near record highs, investors are paying closer attention to small cap companies moving toward production rather than simply talking about long-dated development plans. ESGold Corp. (ESAU: CSE  | ESAUF: OTCQB) says it is now funded to advance its fully permitted Montauban Gold-Silver Project in Quebec toward a planned 1,000 tonne-per-day tailings reprocessing operation, replacing its earlier staged approach of starting at 500 tpd and expanding later. Management says that the shift reflects a stronger cash position, higher precious metals prices, and the goal of moving directly to continuous full-capacity operations rather than pausing after an initial start-up phase. ESGold has also stated that Montauban is under construction, fully permitted, and anticipated to begin production in 2026.The heart of the story is that ESGold is no longer talking about building in stages. Gordon Robb said the company now has “just north of C$20 million” in cash, alongside a previously announced C$9 million Ocean Partners facility, which management says supports the move to a full 1,000 tpd build-out from the outset. That matters because Montauban’s September 2025 updated PEA outlined preliminary economics that included a 60.3% after-tax IRR, C$24.27 million after-tax NPV (5%), less than two-year payback, and C$103.73 million in projected life-of-mine revenue using US$2,900 gold and US$31.72 silver. What differentiates ESGold is that the initial production plan is based on historical tailings already at surface rather than new underground mining. That gives Montauban a different development profile than many traditional junior mining stories, which often require years of drilling, permitting, and infrastructure work before production is even visible. ESGold’s strategy is to move toward production first, then use that operating base to support broader growth if execution goes to plan.At the same time, the company is not presenting Montauban as just a tailings story. ESGold’s integrated 3D model identified a mineralized corridor extending to roughly 900 metres depth and more than 2 kilometres of strike, and the company followed that by expanding its land package to 417 claims covering about 20,618 hectares, or 206 square kilometres. ESGold is now conducting a 70 km² ANT survey and preparing for hard-rock drilling.For investors, this interview sharpens the ESGold thesis. Montauban is being positioned as a dual-track story: a planned near-term production path from surface tailings and a broader district-scale exploration opportunity beneath and around a historic mining camp. That combination is what gives the story more weight than a typical single-asset junior with only long-dated optionality.As with all pre-production mining companies, execution, financing, timing, and commodity-price risks remain. But with a fully permitted project, construction underway, announced funding support, and a growing technical case for a larger mineralized system, ESGold is trying to move Montauban from redevelopment concept to operating platform in a much stronger metals environment.Watch the full interview with CEO Gordon Robb to hear why ESGold believes Montauban can combine a planned path to production with meaningful exploration upside in Quebec.A COMPANY MOVING STRAIGHT TO FULL BUILD-OUTSTRONGER CAPITAL POSITION, BIGGER EXECUTION PLANTAILINGS FIRST, EXPLORATION NEXTOUTLOOK: PRODUCTION PATH PLUS DISTRICT-SCALE UPSIDE

Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss! Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today.AISIX Solutions Inc. (TSXV: AISX) Launches WildfireScore Retail AppAISIX Solutions has launched WildfireScore, a new application that allows Canadians to check wildfire risk scores for properties across the country. The tool is powered by the company’s Wildfire 3.0 data platform, which previously served insurers, governments, and institutional clients.Key highlights:• First retail-facing product built on AISIX’s wildfire risk technology• Users can search any Canadian address for wildfire risk summaries and detailed reports• Designed for homeowners and real estate buyers evaluating wildfire exposure• Built on AISIX’s Wildfire 3.0 API, delivering current and future wildfire probability insightsThe launch expands AISIX’s reach beyond enterprise users and introduces its climate-risk analytics platform directly to consumers. The company also noted it is continuing to pursue pilot projects and RFP opportunities, though no definitive agreements have been signed yet.Nextech3D.ai (CSE: NTAR) Signs $175K 3D E-Commerce ContractNextech3D.ai announced a three-year enterprise agreement valued at approximately US$175,000 for its ARitize3D platform, covering the creation and hosting of 3D product models for roughly 2,500 SKUs.Key details:• US$175,000 total contract value over 36 months• About US$58,000 in annual subscription revenue• Includes 3D product modeling, AR visualization, and hosting services• Supports integration into the client’s e-commerce platformThe agreement reflects continued demand for 3D product visualization and augmented reality tools in online retail, where interactive product experiences can help increase customer engagement. Nextech3D.ai says its AI-assisted production workflows help reduce costs while supporting scalable 3D asset creation.Tartisan Nickel Corp. (CSE: TN) Reports Strong Nickel-Copper Drill ResultsTartisan Nickel reported encouraging assay results from its Phase 1 drilling program at the Kenbridge Nickel-Copper-Cobalt Project in Northwestern Ontario.Notable drill results from hole KB26-210 include:• 24.6 metres grading 0.71% nickel and 0.56% copper• Including 6.1 metres of 1.17% nickel and 1.45% copper• Plus 2.0 metres of 1.73% nickelThe results confirm mineralization in both Zone A and Zone B at depth, supporting the company’s geological model of a vertically extensive nickel sulphide system.Orion Digital Corp. (TSX: ORIO) Reports Strong Platform GrowthOrion Digital released Q4 and full-year 2025 financial results, highlighting continued growth in its digital wealth and payments infrastructure platforms.Key highlights:• Subscription and services revenue now represents 62% of total revenue• Wealth platform revenue up 36% year-over-year to $14.5M• Assets under management reached $498M, up 17%• European payments volume hit $11.1B, up 14%• Adjusted EBITDA totaled $7.1M for the yearThe company continues transitioning toward a platform-driven recurring revenue model, supported by its Intelligent Investing wealth platform and Carta Worldwide payments infrastructure. Orion Digital enters 2026 with $41.3M in cash and investments, providing strong financial flexibility.Cartier Resources (TSXV: ECR) Discovers New High-Grade Gold ZoneCartier Resources announced the discovery of a new shallow high-grade gold zone at the Portal Sector of its Cadillac Project in Quebec.Key drill results include:• 7.1 g/t gold over 8 metres• Including 38.8 g/t gold over 1 metre• 6.8 g/t gold over 2.2 metres in a second holeThe new North Simon Zone extends more than 200 metres along strike and remains open in multiple directions. Importantly, it sits just 150 metres from existing historical infrastructure, which could improve development flexibility.

🚨 Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss! 🚨Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today. Based on today’s source material, here are four stories investors should have on their radar.Tartisan Nickel Corp. (CSE: TN) (OTCQX: TTSRF) Expanding its Ontario footprint with the acquisition of four additional claims in the Turtle Pond area. That brings the property to 165 staked units covering 3,454 hectares, adding scale near its flagship Kenbridge Nickel Deposit. The land package includes historical nickel-copper showings and recent geophysical work, with management planning surface sampling and possible diamond drilling in 2026 and 2027.Renforth Resources Inc. (CSE: RFR) (OTC: RFHRF)Reported that systematic sampling at its Victoria deposit in Québec confirmed platinum and palladium across the mineralized horizon, with 90 of 99 samples returning detectable combined values. The key takeaway is consistency across the deposit, which could support inclusion of platinum and palladium in a future updated resource estimate and potentially add byproduct value to an already large critical minerals project.Metalsource Mining Inc. (CSE: MSM) (OTCQB: MSMMF)Delivered standout early drill results from its Silver Hill Project in North Carolina, including 267 grams of silver equivalent per tonne over 18.17 metres and 237 grams of silver equivalent per tonne over 15.33 metres. Even more impressive, one interval returned 1,155 grams of silver equivalent per tonne over 1.74 metres. The company says the drilling is revealing a broader and stronger mineralized zone than previously documented, with gold playing a bigger role than expected.Great Pacific Gold Corp. (TSXV: GPAC) (OTCQX: GPGCF)Continues to build momentum at its Wild Dog Project in Papua New Guinea with two drill rigs active on two targets. At Kavasuki, the company is following up on a previously reported 58.9 metres grading 2.50 grams of gold equivalent per tonne, while at Kasie Ridge, the first-ever drill test has already hit hydrothermal veining and visible chalcopyrite, pointing to encouraging early copper-gold potential. The broader 15-kilometre structural corridor continues to look like a major exploration opportunity.These updates show exactly why the junior resource space stays exciting: bigger land positions, stronger drill results, added metal upside, and multiple shots at discovery.Follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and updates, and don’t forget to check out the AGORACOM podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/74mVPkfalaWXFYY65A2XLM

Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss!Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today.Nextech3D.ai (CSE: NTAR) kicked off 2026 with strong momentum, announcing 50 new customer contracts worth approximately $230,000 for its AI-powered event technology platforms Eventdex, Map D, and Krafty Labs. These are all first-time customers and reflect a 73% increase in average deal size year over year, rising from $2,641 in early 2025 to $4,578 in 2026. Management says this growth highlights accelerating adoption of its unified AI event platform across enterprise, education, and government markets, as it continues integrating its technology stack into a scalable event operating system.Banyan Gold (TSXV: BYN) reported additional high-grade drill results from the Airstrip deposit at its AurMac Project in Yukon. Highlights include 6.80 grams per tonne gold over 9.3 metres and 2.99 grams per tonne over 5.7 metres, along with broad intervals such as 0.50 grams per tonne over 102.7 metres. Management says step-out drilling near the conceptual pit shell could support converting previously modeled waste into ore in an upcoming Mineral Resource Estimate update. With over 7.7 million ounces already defined in indicated and inferred resources, Banyan continues to strengthen and refine its large-scale gold system.Spanish Mountain Gold (TSX-V: SPA) delivered standout results from its 2025 Fall Drill Program at its Spanish Mountain Gold Project in British Columbia. One hole intersected 282.50 metres grading 0.70 grams per tonne gold, including 116.80 metres at 1.20 grams per tonne and a high-grade subset of 12.20 metres at 2.46 grams per tonne. Mineralization has now been traced across 530 metres of strike length in the Orca Fault area. The company is advancing toward a potential construction decision in 2027 and continues tightening drill spacing to enhance its open-pit resource model.Nevada Sunrise (TSXV: NEV) confirmed a historical gold intercept at its Griffon Gold Mine Project in Nevada through a 2025 resampling program. The company returned 1.013 grams per tonne gold over 50.2 metres, closely matching 2020 results, and identified key pathfinder elements commonly associated with Carlin-type gold deposits. Management says this new geochemical data will help guide future drill targeting as the company advances permitting for a planned 2026 drill program in the prolific Battle Mountain–Eureka Gold Belt.Power Metallic (TSXV: PNPN) reported what it describes as its best copper intersection to date at the Lion Zone within its Nisk Project in Quebec. Hole PML-26-049 intersected 16.55 metres grading 15.11% copper equivalent recovered, including 10.08% copper, along with gold, silver, palladium, platinum, and nickel. The company is conducting infill and step-out drilling to support a planned 2026 Mineral Resource Estimate and has highlighted strong metallurgical recoveries underpinning its copper-equivalent calculations. Management continues to target a near-term Preliminary Economic Assessment as drilling advances.For more breaking small-cap news, in-depth coverage, and exclusive CEO interviews, follow AGORACOM and subscribe to the AGORACOM podcast to stay ahead of the market.

🚨 Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss! 🚨Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today.DLP Resources Inc. (TSXV: DLP) is sharpening the exploration story at its 100%-owned Esperanza project in Peru. The company reported a standout trench result of 54 metres grading 1.53% copper, including 10 metres at 2.29% copper, alongside two more long copper-bearing intervals. DLP also says new silver, gold, arsenic, and antimony data line up with earlier copper and molybdenum results, strengthening the case for a larger copper-molybdenum-gold system. Adding to the update, mining executive Joe Phillips has joined the board, bringing senior operating experience as the company advances its Peru portfolio.First Mining Gold Corp. (TSX: FF) delivered fresh drilling momentum from its Duparquet Gold Project in Quebec. At the high-priority Miroir target, the company reported 7.18 grams per tonne gold over 8 metres, including 30.58 grams per tonne over 1.65 metres, and extended mineralization to a vertical depth of 250 metres. The company also highlighted encouraging results from Valentre, Normandie, and Lumière, while launching environmental baseline studies that support the next phase of project advancement.Hydaway Digital Corp. (TSXV: HIDE) announced the successful integration of its compute infrastructure with RealityChek, the artificial intelligence detection and verification platform it recently acquired. The move gives RealityChek access to scalable high-performance computing power to help accelerate model training, process large datasets more efficiently, and strengthen its digital content detection and verification tools. Hydaway also granted 300,000 stock options to directors, officers, employees, and consultants.Braille Energy Systems Inc. (TSXV: BES) is bringing its Electrafy™ Home Backup Power System to Costco.ca, opening the door to a wider Canadian consumer audience. The system is designed as a clean, maintenance-free alternative to gas generators and features a modular, scalable design for residential backup power. With power outages becoming a bigger concern for homeowners, Braille’s Costco.ca launch marks an important step in expanding its national retail reach.From copper exploration and gold drilling to artificial intelligence security and home energy resilience, today’s small-cap headlines show how companies across sectors are pushing forward with meaningful milestones.

When a development-stage technology company raises new capital while simplifying the governance structure of a key technology partner, it can signal a shift in how management plans to advance its programs. In this case, that transition is defined by HPQ Silicon closing a fully subscribed $3 million non-brokered private placement, while simultaneously finalizing its increased ownership and revised governance framework at Novacium SAS.HPQ Silicon, a Québec-based advanced materials and process development company, intends to use the capital to support general working capital, advance a matching $3 million NRCan-supported silicon-based battery materials program, and continue development of its hydrogen technologies, while the Novacium restructuring is designed to support access to targeted funding programs in France and Europe. Together, these developments provide the company with additional capital and a simplified governance structure as it continues advancing its technology platforms.$3M Financing Closed: HPQ raised $3M CAD byissuing approximately 18.18 million units.NRCan Program Advancement: Participation in the NRCan-supported silicon battery materials program requires HPQ to incur eligible costs before reimbursement.Novacium Governance Update: Ownership in Novacium increased to 36.8%, while HPQ converted its Category P priority share into common shares, simplifying governance.Energy transition technologies and advanced materials development often require significant capital and long development timelines. As electrification expands and demand grows for higher-performance batteries and alternative energy systems, companies are exploring new materials and delivery technologies designed to improve performance and reliability.Through Novacium, HPQ is advancing silicon-based anode materials. According to previously reported testing results released by the company, Novacium’s GEN3 silicon-based anode batteries demonstrated more than 1,000 charge cycles and approximately a 30% cumulative energy gain compared with graphite-based benchmark batteries under reported testing conditions.Novacium is also advancing METAGENE, a hydrogen technology platform focused on enabling on-demand energy generation. During the interview, management stated it believes the company now has clearer visibility on potential commercialization pathways, including specialized battery applications, partner-financed fumed silica production facilities, and hydrogen deployments aligned with remote energy needs and critical-minerals development.The $3M financing, completed with an investor outside Canada, is intended to provide working capital and allow the company to continue advancing its development programs while pursuing potential partnerships, government support, and commercial opportunities.CEO BERNARD TOURILLON“We’ve reached the point where the fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants structure just doesn’t work anymore. We believe we know where our revenues are going to come from, and we needed to stop thinking quarter to quarter and fund the plan.”For investors, the interview outlines management’s view that the financing and Novacium governance changes provide additional capital and structural clarity as HPQ advances its technology platforms.The private placement supports continued work on the NRCan-supported silicon-anode battery materials program, while also supporting hydrogen technology development and general corporate initiatives.At the same time, Novacium’s simplified governance structure may help align the company with potential European energy and innovation funding programs, while HPQ’s ownership position in Novacium increases to 36.8%.Management also indicated that fumed silica commercialization may be pursued through partner-financed plant structures, which could allow HPQ to focus its capital on battery materials and hydrogen technologies.

🚨 Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss! 🚨Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today.HPQ Silicon (TSXV: HPQ)HPQ finalized an increase in its ownership of Novacium SAS from 28.4% to 36.8%, strengthening its strategic position in advanced battery and hydrogen technologies. The company also simplified Novacium’s governance structure to support potential access to French and European funding programs in strategic energy and defense sectors. In addition, HPQ secured perpetual, royalty-free usage rights to certain Novacium technologies once the enhanced license agreement is fully executed. Management says the move increases exposure to Novacium’s commercialization upside while maintaining strategic alignment in silicon anodes and clean hydrogen.Nextech3D.ai (CSE: NTAR)Nextech3D.ai is expanding its AI-powered event platform into new verticals including outdoor festivals, municipal events and multi-venue activations. At the same time, the company has implemented a 20% to 30% enterprise price increase across select offerings. Management believes the combination of market expansion and pricing discipline could improve operating efficiency and support its path toward profitability. The company emphasizes its cloud-based, asset-light SaaS model as a key driver of scalable growth.HEALWELL AI (TSX: AIDX)HEALWELL secured a multi-million-dollar, multi-year U.S. Health Information Exchange contract following a competitive procurement process. The statewide platform will aggregate and exchange clinical data across hospitals, clinics and public health agencies, supporting millions of patients. The contract strengthens HEALWELL’s position in enterprise healthcare infrastructure while embedding its AI tools directly into live data networks. Management highlighted growing momentum in renewals, extensions and enterprise-scale bids across North America and international markets.Luca Mining (TSXV: LUCA)Luca reported high-grade drill results from its 2026 program at the Tahuehueto gold-silver mine in Mexico, including 7.6 metres grading 16.08 grams per tonne gold equivalent and 5.4 metres grading 16.00 grams per tonne gold equivalent. Importantly, the intercepts are located about 30 metres below existing workings and within development distance of current infrastructure. The company increased its 2026 drill budget by 40% to $3.5 million, aiming to expand high-grade resources near production.Bitcoin Well (TSXV: BTCW)Bitcoin Well posted record annual revenue of $133.0 million for 2025, up 47% year over year. Q4 revenue rose 17% to $35.0 million despite a softer bitcoin market late in the year. Online Bitcoin Portal revenue grew 64% for the year, and unique users doubled to over 64,000. While adjusted EBITDA remains negative as the company invests in marketing and growth, management highlighted strong top-line momentum and continued scaling of its non-custodial bitcoin platform.From advanced materials and AI-driven healthcare to high-grade gold and digital finance, small caps are executing across multiple high-growth sectors.Stay ahead of the market. Follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and be sure to subscribe to our podcast for deeper CEO interviews and daily updates.

🚨 Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss! 🚨Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today.🏗️ LaFleur Minerals (CSE: LFLR | OTCQB: LFLRF)Lower-Cost Path to Québec Gold ProductionLaFleur released a new preliminary economic assessment outlining a capital-efficient plan to develop its Swanson Gold Deposit using its fully owned Beacon Gold Mill near Val-d’Or.Key Highlights:Initial capital: C$31MAfter-tax internal rate of return: 65%After-tax net present value: C$101MPayback period: 1.8 yearsEstimated 7-year mine lifeAll-in sustaining cost: US$1,569 per ounceBy leveraging a refurbished mill and existing rail infrastructure, LaFleur is positioning itself for near-term production without the heavy upfront costs of building a new processing facility.⛏️ Power Metallic Mines (TSXV: PNPN | OTCBB: PNPNF)Lion Copper Discovery Expands – Plus a Surprise Gold HitPower Metallic reported drilling that extends its Lion copper sulphide system and identified a new structural trend controlling higher-grade zones.Highlights:5 meters of Lion-style copper mineralization in step-out drilling0.31 meters grading 2.42% nickelA standout gold intercept of 34.6 grams per tonne over 1.5 metersWith a 330-square-kilometer land package and multiple targets, Power Metallic is building what it believes could be a multi-deposit district story in Québec.🏔️ P2 Gold (TSXV: PGLD | OTCQB: PGLDF)Nevada Drilling Strengthens Gabbs Growth CaseP2 Gold delivered broad gold-copper intercepts at its Lucky Strike Zone, reinforcing its mineral resource model as it advances toward a feasibility study in 2026.Top Results:0.71 grams per tonne gold & 0.31% copper over 54.86 meters0.65 grams per tonne gold & 0.32% copper over 68.58 metersWith 11,500 meters of drilling planned and infrastructure already in place, Gabbs is shaping up as a strong Nevada development story with both gold and copper exposure.🟡 Gold X2 Mining (TSXV: AUXX | OTCQB: GSHRF)High-Grade Gold Hit 280 Meters Below Current PitGold X2 struck a deep, higher-grade zone at its Moss Gold Project in Ontario—potentially opening the door to underground mining upside.Headline Intercept:117 meters grading 1.21 grams per tonne goldIncluding 10 meters at 4.37 grams per tonneIncluding 5 meters at 7.24 grams per tonneThis deep discovery could extend the current open pit and add a second phase of underground growth potential.🧠 PharmAla Biotech (CSE: MDMA | OTCQB: MDXXF)U.S. Clinical Trial Deal Expands MDMA Data PortfolioPharmAla signed a supply-and-data agreement to provide LaNeo MDMA for a U.S. Phase 2 clinical trial treating post-traumatic stress disorder in frontline healthcare workers and first responders.Why It Matters:PharmAla receives a perpetual license to clinical trial dataData can be used for regulatory approvals globallyShipment also completed to University College London for another trialThis “supply-for-data” model helps PharmAla grow its clinical evidence base while supporting real-world research into trauma therapy.👉 Follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news, interviews, and investor updates.🎙️ And don’t miss our podcast for deeper dives into today’s top stories:https://open.spotify.com/show/74mVPkfalaWXFYY65A2XLM

Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss!Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today.Arras Minerals (TSXV: ARK) reported one of its strongest drill results yet at the Elemes Project in Kazakhstan, intersecting 52.4 metres grading 2.11% copper-equivalent, including 1.49 g/t gold and 0.58% copper. The high-grade interval sits within a broader 446-metre mineralized zone, suggesting significant scale. The Berezski Central target also returned 135 metres grading 0.43% copper-equivalent starting near surface. With the Phase II program expanded from 20,000 to 30,000 metres and four drills turning soon, Arras is accelerating toward what management believes could be the core of a large copper-gold porphyry system.Astra Exploration (TSXV: ASTR) announced a major new silver-gold discovery at its La Manchuria Project in Argentina. The company hit 6.3 metres grading 837 g/t silver and 3.32 g/t gold, including ultra-high-grade intervals of up to 3,309 g/t silver and 11.45 g/t gold over 1 metre. The new Basalto Zone is a previously untested parallel vein system that remains open in all directions. With additional assays pending and a fully funded 5,000-metre follow-up program set to begin, Astra is expanding its footprint in one of Argentina’s most prolific precious metals districts.West Red Lake Gold (TSXV: WRLG) delivered exceptional high-grade results from the Austin 904 Complex at the Madsen Mine in Ontario’s Red Lake district. Highlights include 219.73 g/t gold over 4.8 metres, 148.36 g/t over 3 metres, and 133.13 g/t over 2.5 metres, with visible gold observed in several intervals. These triple-digit grades support the company’s strategy of defining high-grade lenses that could enhance near-term mine planning and support redevelopment momentum in one of Canada’s historic gold camps.McFarlane Lake Mining (CSE: MLM) expanded mineralization at its Juby Gold Project in Ontario with a broad intercept of 95.4 metres grading 1.36 g/t gold at the Golden Lake Zone, including 55.4 metres at 1.96 g/t and 9.9 metres at 3.22 g/t. The intersection lies outside the current resource model, pointing to potential resource growth. The company is adding a second drill and advancing environmental baseline work, positioning Juby for an accelerated exploration phase in the Abitibi Greenstone Belt.Aztec Minerals (TSXV: AZT) reported additional step-out success at its Tombstone Project in Arizona, intersecting 44.1 metres grading 0.86 g/t gold equivalent, including 6.1 metres at 3.72 g/t gold equivalent. Another hole returned 40.2 metres at 1.09 g/t gold equivalent, including 4.6 metres at 9.86 g/t. The results connect the Contention and Westside zones, extending mineralization to over one kilometre along strike. With 53 RC holes completed and more assays pending, Aztec continues to expand the footprint of its shallow oxide gold-silver system.For more breaking small-cap news, interviews and in-depth coverage, follow AGORACOM here and subscribe to the AGORACOM Podcast for exclusive CEO interviews and real-time market insights.

🚨 Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss! 🚨Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today. 👇🚁 Draganfly Secures $50M to Accelerate Drone Expansion(CSE: DPRO | NASDAQ: DPRO)Draganfly has priced a $50 million U.S. registered direct offering, issuing 7.15 million shares (or pre-funded warrants) at $7.00 per share. The capital will support product demand, research and development, growth initiatives, working capital, and potential acquisitions.Why it matters:Drone demand is expanding beyond hobby use into defense, emergency response, public safety, and industrial inspection. Draganfly recently supplied Flex first-person-view drones to U.S. Air Force Special Operations units — and this fresh capital positions the company to scale production and meet growing enterprise demand.Bottom line: Draganfly is strengthening its balance sheet at a key moment of industry expansion.🔥⚡ PyroGenesis Advances All-Electric Battery Recycling(TSX: PYR | OTCQX: PYRGF)PyroGenesis announced successful completion of a primary test campaign with a leading battery recycler, validating its high-temperature plasma technology for lithium-ion battery recycling.Key highlights:Plasma replaces fossil-fuel heating in recyclingPotential path to purchase of 1 megawatt systems, scaling up to 5 megawattsAdditional testing and go/no-go decision targeted by Q2 2026🤖📊 Nextech3D.ai Lands Major Enterprise Clients(CSE: NTAR | OTCQB: NEXCF)Nextech3D.ai continues expanding adoption of its Artificial Intelligence Events Operating System, announcing new Tier 1 and Tier 2 enterprise clients.New additions include:General Dynamics Information Technology (Tier 1: $25K–$50K annually)Mercury Financial (Tier 2: $75K–$150K annually)The company’s platform automates event registration, analytics, on-site logistics, and engagement — helping corporations treat events as operational infrastructure rather than one-off projects.🔋♻️ St-Georges Eco-Mining Expands Battery Recycling Capacity(CSE: SX | OTCQB: SXOOF)EVSX, a subsidiary of St-Georges Eco-Mining, has formed a joint venture with Voltrinov to strengthen electric vehicle and micromobility battery recycling in Eastern Canada.What this means:Batteries evaluated and dismantled in QuébecProcessed in Ontario to produce “black mass”Refined into battery-grade minerals and returned to the supply chain🌲📉 AISIX Selected by Major Insurer for Wildfire Risk Modeling(TSX Venture: AISX)AISIX Solutions has been selected as the wildfire catastrophe modeling vendor for a three-year engagement with a major Canadian insurance company.The platform will support:UnderwritingPortfolio risk managementFinancial loss modelingReinsurance analytics👉 Follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.🎙️ And don’t forget to follow our podcast for deeper dives:https://open.spotify.com/show/74mVPkfalaWXFYY65A2XLM

🚨 Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss! 🚨Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today.1) West Red Lake Gold (TSXV: WRLG | OTCQB: WRLGF) — Madsen delivers more “bonanza-grade” hits at depthWest Red Lake Gold reported multiple exceptionally high-grade underground intercepts from the Austin 904 Complex at its 100%-owned Madsen Mine in Northwestern Ontario, including 219.73 g/t Au over 4.75m (with 1.0m @ 1,016.57 g/t Au), plus additional standout intervals like 148.36 g/t Au over 3.0m and 133.13 g/t Au over 2.5m. The company says this drilling is aimed at building near-term mining inventory while also growing the resource base, with 904 being defined through 2026 and potentially considered for mine design/production planning in early 2027.2) Osisko Metals (TSX: OM | OTCQX: OMZNF) — Gaspé keeps growing, especially to the southOsisko Metals announced new drill and historic re-assay results from the Gaspé Copper Project in Québec. Highlights include 694m @ 0.31% Cu (0.38% CuEq) and a Southern Extension intercept of 315m @ 0.42% Cu, including 51m @ 1.24% Cu with 14.5 g/t Ag. Re-assayed historic core also returned 92.9m @ 0.35% Cu (0.47% CuEq). Management says results show the system remains open at least ~600m south of the 2024 model boundary, with an updated mineral resource estimate expected toward the end of March 2026.3) Emergent Metals (TSXV: EMR | OTC: EGMCF) — West Santa Fe posts strong near-surface gold-equivalent interceptEmergent highlighted results reported by option partner Lahontan Gold from the late-2025 maiden RC program at West Santa Fe in Nevada, about 13 km from Lahontan’s Santa Fe Mine Project. The best hole, WSF25-04R, returned 36.6m @ 3.11 g/t AuEq starting at surface, including 10.7m @ 5.75 g/t AuEq. Emergent says the results help validate historic drilling and support the concept of a potential satellite opportunity, with additional drilling planned for spring 2026. (Emergent also notes it has not verified Lahontan’s technical information and that no NI 43-101/CIM resource has been delineated yet.)4) Walker River (TSXV: WRR) — Thick gold intercepts and a new “intrusive-hosted” twist at Lapon CanyonWalker River reported new RC drill results at Lapon Canyon in Nevada’s Walker Lane, led by LC-25-170: 3.79 g/t Au over 85.34m, including 16.49 g/t over 6.10m and 10.24 g/t over 6.09m. The company says drilling continues to extend mineralization south and east of Hotspot, and points to a potentially important development: gold hosted in intrusive rocks (monzonitic/dioritic units), which it believes expands the project’s exploration potential. Walker River says it’s compiling data and modelling toward an initial NI 43-101 mineral resource expected sometime in 2026, with more drilling and geophysics planned in 2026.5) Doubleview Gold (TSXV: DBG | OTCQB: DBLVF) — Updated Hat MRE outlines large CuEq resource + scandiumDoubleview announced an updated Mineral Resource Estimate for its 100%-owned Hat project in northwest B.C. At a 0.2% CuEq cut-off, the company reported 609 Mt of Measured & Indicated at 0.43% CuEq containing 5.82B lbs CuEq, plus 503 Mt Inferred at 0.41% CuEq containing 4.57B lbs CuEq. The estimate includes copper, gold, cobalt, and silver, and also incorporates scandium oxide under stated processing constraints: 76 Mt M+I @ 28.77 g/t Sc (2,415 tonnes Sc₂O₃) and 63 Mt Inferred @ 28.69 g/t Sc (1,996 tonnes Sc₂O₃). A supporting technical report is expected to be filed on SEDAR+ within 45 days.📣 Follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and updates — and don’t miss our podcast for fast, digestible market stories

Small Cap Breaking News You Can’t Miss! Here’s a quick rundown of the latest updates from standout small-cap companies making big moves today.Tiger Gold (TSXV: TIGR)Tiger Gold may have just unlocked a major growth opportunity at its Quinchía Gold Project in Colombia. The company intersected a potential feeder zone beneath its existing Tesorito resource, highlighted by:16.9 metres grading 2.3 g/t gold and 0.25% copperIncluding 6 metres at 4.1 g/t gold and 0.43% copperWithin a broader 89.96 metres grading 0.9 g/t goldWhy it matters: These results sit below the current resource model and come in at higher grades than previously expected at depth. If confirmed with follow-up drilling, this could expand the deposit and strengthen the economics outlined in its 2025 PEA, which already projected a 10-year mine life and a post-tax NPV of $534 million at $2,650 gold.Drilling is ongoing, with multiple rigs turning and more results pending.Formation Metals (CSE: FOMO)Formation is building momentum at its N2 Gold Project in Quebec’s Abitibi region — one of the world’s most prolific gold belts.New drill results include:0.95 g/t gold over 61.1 metresIncluding 1.68 g/t over 26.5 metres1.3 g/t over 22.2 metres1.43 g/t over 19.4 metresThis supports a growing bulk-tonnage, open-pit gold model along an 8-kilometre strike corridor. Wide, consistent mineralization near surface is exactly what large-scale open-pit developers look for.Formation is fully funded with C$12.1M in working capital and no debt, and a 30,000-metre drill program is underway. A maiden updated resource estimate is targeted later this year.Gold Runner Exploration (TSXV: GOT)Gold Runner has secured regulatory approval to acquire a 100% interest in the Golden Girl Property in British Columbia’s Golden Triangle — one of Canada’s most famous gold districts.Highlights:8,471 hectares of highly prospective groundLocated near the historic Snip MineSurface samples up to 11.28 g/t gold and 3,262 g/t silver95% of the property remains unexploredThe company is fully funded for its 2026 exploration program, with fieldwork starting this summer and drilling planned next season. Early-stage, high-impact exploration in a proven district can offer significant upside if discoveries follow.Heliostar Metals (TSXV: HSTR)Heliostar delivered one of the strongest drill hits of the day at its Ana Paula project in Mexico:25.45 metres grading 8.26 g/t goldIncluding 8.30 metres at nearly 20 g/t goldThis was the company’s first down-dip step-out hole into the Expansion Zone — and it hit outside the current mine plan. That suggests mineralization continues deeper than previously modeled.Additional strong results from the High Grade Panel include:55.35 metres at 9.71 g/t gold23.40 metres at 8.39 g/t gold40.85 metres at 4.73 g/t goldAll new results will be included in an upcoming Feasibility Study update. With production already coming from two Mexican mines, Heliostar is advancing Ana Paula as a key growth asset.BrandPilot AI (CSE: BPAI)Switching to tech — BrandPilot AI is gaining serious enterprise traction.The company announced:A Fortune 50 U.S. healthcare provider trialTrial-to-contract conversion rates exceeding 80%Client cost-per-click reductions of up to 90%BrandPilot’s AdAi platform helps large enterprises identify inefficient digital ad spending and recover wasted budget. New engagements span healthcare, fintech, retail, and education — with clients collectively spending millions per month on advertising.For investors, high conversion rates and measurable cost savings suggest growing recurring revenue potential in a massive global ad market.From high-grade gold discoveries and expanding bulk-tonnage targets to AI-driven enterprise wins, today’s small-cap headlines are packed with meaningful catalysts.Stay ahead of the market. Follow AGORACOM for daily breaking small-cap news, deep dives, and interviews.