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While the Trump administration has taken a partial step toward rescheduling marijuana, the move has left many in the industry uncertain about what comes next.

Information Services Group (NASDAQ: III) will mark its 20th anniversary by ringing the closing bell on May 5, 2026, at the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York, highlighting its growth into an AI-centered technology research and advisory firm with approximately 1,500 professionals serving more than 900 clients globally.

SKYX Platforms (NASDAQ: SKYX) announced it will deploy its smart home and building technologies in the renovation and expansion of The Grand Hotel du Parc in La Bourboule, France, supplying thousands of lighting and safety units as part of a three-phase project with Group OTT.

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A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions Corp. (NASDAQ: AZ) announced new retail media agreements with brands including Under Armour, Santa Barbara Polo Club, Slazenger, Rollox and SwissBrand to advertise on its smart cart platform in Israel, further advancing monetization of its in-store media network and supporting continued growth of its Retail Media Division.

Cannabis retailers across the U.S. recorded a notable surge in sales on April 20 (4/20) this year, with particularly strong gains in states that have recently approved legal use.

Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI) announced a strategic investment in onchain reinsurance company OnRe as part of its $5 million Series A round, alongside plans to deploy up to $25 million into OnRe’s yield-bearing token ONyc on Solana, expanding its treasury strategy into tokenized real-world assets and diversified income streams.

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OptimumBank Holdings (NYSE American: OPHC) announced that Timothy Terry has retired as Principal Executive Officer and as President and CEO of OptimumBank, with Chairman Moishe Gubin appointed as Chief Executive Officer and Principal Executive Officer of both the company and the bank, and Braden R. Smith named President of the bank, effective May 1, 2026.

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Surging gold prices in early 2026 significantly weakened non-investment demand for the metal, particularly in the jewelry sector. As gold prices climbed above $5,000 per ounce for the first time, many consumers reduced purchases of gold for personal and decorative use.

Xiaomi is laying the groundwork for a European push, having opened an EV research and design center in Munich last year. The facility, headed by former BMW executive Rudolf Dittrich, focuses on adapting Xiaomi’s vehicles to European safety standards, charging infrastructure, and consumer expectations. Germany is slated to be the company’s debut overseas market when international sales begin in 2027.

Immunotherapy has emerged as a key weapon in the fight against cancer. However, nearly 80% of patients either don’t respond to these treatments or they become unresponsive after initially responding to the immunotherapy. The scientific community has been grappling with how to improve response rates, and a new study uncovering how cancer cells reprogram our immune cells to support cancer growth could provide a key .

The United States Navy is accelerating its use of AI to detect and clear naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime corridor for global energy supplies, according to details from a newly issued contract.

Renewable energy posted a series of historic milestones in the United States in 2025 and into 2026. Solar and wind output hit record highs, and clean sources supplied more than a quarter of the country’s electricity for the first time. The gains came despite federal policies broadly favoring fossil fuels over clean energy.

Canada, home to the world’s first Bitcoin ATM, is now considering removing the machines altogether. The first of these devices debuted in April 2013 inside a small café in Vancouver, offering a simple way for people to exchange cash for Bitcoin without needing a bank account or financial intermediary. Over time, that concept spread quickly.

Makers of consumer electronics, such as laptops and smartphones, are facing chip shortages as chip demand within the AI data centers skyrockets. These shortages in the consumer electronics industry are happening even if the type of chips they require differs from those needed in data centers.

Investment banking played a key role in helping UBS report a strong rise in profits in the first quarter of 2026. The Swiss banking giant announced that its net profit reached $3 billion, marking an 80 percent increase compared to the same period last year. This result was much higher than what analysts had expected, showing that the bank started the year on a very solid note.

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NRx Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: NRXP) announced it has initiated its first commercial manufacturing order of preservative-free ketamine in anticipation of potential approval under the Generic Drug User Fee Act in summer 2026, supported by stability data from multiple registration batches and a successful third-party manufacturing audit.

Cardiovascular disease continues to be a major global health challenge, driven by aging populations, lifestyle factors and persistent gaps in early detection that continue to challenge healthcare systems. In response to these trends, HeartBeam (NASDAQ: BEAT) is developing technology aimed at improving how cardiac conditions are identified and monitored, positioning its solutions at the intersection of rising clinical need and evolving innovation.

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Oragenics (NYSE American: OGEN) announced active enrollment at a second site in its Phase IIa clinical trial evaluating ONP-002 for concussion and mild traumatic brain injury, with four patients already dosed at its initial Australian site, as the company progresses toward a planned data readout by year-end 2026.

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AI Maverick Intel (OTC: AIMV) provided an update on HEAL Access Canada Inc. in connection with its previously announced LOI to acquire the company, noting more than 10 live implementations, 13 signed enterprise agreements, and a platform supporting approximately 79 clinicians and over 118,000 patients across multiple healthcare segments in North America and Europe.

Nightfood Holdings (OTCQB: NGTF) announced its inclusion in an AINewsWire editorial highlighting accelerating global demand for service robotics, with the company positioning itself for growth through scalable infrastructure, real-world deployment and strategic partnerships within the expanding AI-driven robotics market.

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Republican lawmakers on a key House committee are pushing forward a spending proposal that could halt federal efforts to reschedule cannabis. The move comes shortly after the Trump administration signaled plans to proceed with reclassifying the drug.

Belden (NYSE: BDC) announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire RUCKUS Networks from Vistance Networks for approximately $1.85 billion, positioning the company as a provider of end-to-end IT/OT networking solutions. The company said the acquisition adds enterprise Wi-Fi, switching and AI-driven cloud networking capabilities, is expected to be immediately accretive and enhance margins, and supports expansion across enterprise and industrial markets while enabling rapid deleveraging.

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CNS Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: CNSP) announced it has entered into securities purchase agreements for a private placement expected to generate approximately $22.5 million in gross proceeds, with participation from institutional healthcare investors including ADAR1 Capital, Ikarian Capital, Stonepine Capital Management and Nazare Partners. The company said proceeds will support its strategy to acquire and advance new assets, along with working capital and general corporate purposes, while A.G.P./Alliance Global Partners acted as the sole placement agent for the transaction.

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SKYX Platforms (NASDAQ: SKYX) announced it has been selected to participate in the inaugural Emerging Company Pavilion at the Sohn Investment Conference 2026, taking place May 12, 2026, at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City. The company said it was chosen as one of only eight emerging companies to gain exposure to a targeted group of institutional investors, reflecting its growth profile, market positioning and alignment with investor demand.

NanoViricides, Inc. (NYSE American: NNVC) announced that its clinical-stage antiviral drug NV-387 has been granted Orphan Drug Designation by the U.S. FDA for the treatment of measles, providing potential incentives including tax credits, fee exemptions and market exclusivity. The company said the designation supports regulatory advancement of NV-387, a broad-spectrum antiviral candidate that has demonstrated in vivo activity against measles and is being developed to address rising global outbreaks.

Lifezone Metals Limited (NYSE: LZM) announced the closing of a share purchase agreement with institutional investors for the sale of 5,700,000 ordinary shares at $4.40 per share, generating approximately $25 million in gross proceeds. The company said net proceeds will be used for exploration activities in Burundi and Tanzania, its PGM recycling project, hydromet research and development and general corporate purposes, and noted that Roth Capital Partners served as the sole placement agent for the transaction.

Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI), focused on building and managing a large-scale Solana (SOL) treasury, recently announced the appointment of Mark Brazier as the new Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) ( https://ibn.fm/QEBDZ ).

Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI) announced it will host a conference call on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss financial and operating results for the fiscal second quarter ended March 31, 2026, along with an update on its SOL treasury strategy, with results to be released prior to the call.

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Silver Bow Mining (NYSE American: SBMT) announced the closing of its upsized initial public offering of 5,200,000 common shares at $11.50 per share, generating gross proceeds of $59.8 million and net proceeds of approximately $54.6 million. The company said it intends to use the proceeds to fund exploration and development activities, including drilling and underground work, as well as for environmental studies, listing fees and general corporate purposes.

A clinical trial in Brazil has found that adding a daily vitamin D supplement to standard chemotherapy improved outcomes for women with breast cancer. The finding contributes to growing interest in low-cost nutritional approaches that could enhance cancer treatment. Unlike many pharmaceutical agents designed to boost chemotherapy response, such an intervention would be widely accessible and inexpensive. The implications extend to any clinical setting seeking affordable ways to improve treatment response in breast cancer.

A major courtroom battle has begun in California involving Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The case focuses on how OpenAI changed from a nonprofit research group into a powerful commercial company, and whether that shift broke its original mission.

Gold bulls were hesitant to enter large positions as market fundamentals offered mixed signals on Friday during the Asian trading session. Of particular concern was data revealing sticky inflation and the risk to economic growth resulting from elevated oil prices on global markets.

AINewsWire Editorial Coverage : Global demand for service robotics is accelerating as industries increasingly turn to automation to address labor shortages, rising costs and operational inefficiencies. According to the International Federation of Robotics, service robot adoption continues to expand worldwide, with hundreds of thousands of units deployed annually and strong growth expected across hospitality, logistics and healthcare sectors. Market forecasts reinforce this trajectory, projecting the global service robotics market to grow from roughly $31 billion in 2026 to more than $131 billion by 2034, reflecting sustained double-digit growth driven by AI and automation adoption. Nightfood Holdings Inc. (OTC: NGTF) ( Profile ), (dba as TechForce Robotics ), is positioning itself at the center of this transformation by focusing on real-world deployment, scalable infrastructure and strategic partnerships that enable global expansion in the AI robotics space. The company is focused on becoming an innovative leader in the robotics segment, aligned with others in the space, including Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT), ABB Ltd. (NYSE: ABB), Rockwell Automation Inc. (NYSE: ROK) and…

Beeline Holdings (NASDAQ: BLNE), a fast-growing digital mortgage platform offering a quicker and easier path to homeownership, is set to provide investors with an update on its financial performance and operational progress when it hosts a stakeholder call on May 14, 2026, following the close of its first quarter.

Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI) announced the launch of a new government contract capture team led by Brian Mack, who has been appointed chief growth officer, alongside the addition of Benjamin Chitty as vice president of government growth, as the company seeks to expand U.S. government revenue opportunities. The company said the team will focus on accelerating growth across Army and joint mission areas while supporting efforts to secure defense contracts for its AI-enabled situational awareness and threat detection platform.

HealthLynked (OTCQB: HLYK) announced the launch of a redesigned consumer platform and multi-site digital ecosystem aimed at improving healthcare access, reducing inefficiencies and enhancing engagement across patients, providers, partners and investors. The company said the new architecture includes dedicated platforms for consumer access, provider engagement, business partnerships and investor relations, supporting its strategy to build a scalable, consumer-driven healthcare platform with national reach and future AI-driven capabilities.

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A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions Corp. (NASDAQ: AZ) announced that management will host a conference call on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss its first quarter 2026 financial results, which will be released before market open the same day for the period ended March 31, 2026.

American Fusion (OTC: AMFN) announced it has reduced its authorized common shares from 3.0 billion to 1.8 billion following the cancellation of approximately 1.683 billion shares, resulting in about 1.316 billion shares outstanding, as part of efforts to align its capital structure with current needs. The company also reported receiving approximately $793,000 in year-to-date financing under a fixed-price prepaid warrant structure as part of a broader $3 million commitment, with proceeds supporting corporate operations, technology development and commercialization initiatives.

American Fusion(TM) Inc. (OTC: AMFN), a developer of next-generation fusion energy technologies, is expanding its patent portfolio as it continues development of its Texatron(TM) fusion platform, with management pointing to intellectual property as a central part of its long-term commercialization strategy.

Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT) announced it has entered into a definitive agreement with certain institutional investors for the purchase and sale of 109,090,910 shares of common stock in a registered direct offering expected to generate approximately $60.0 million in gross proceeds. The company said proceeds will support deployment of its quantum-ready graphics processing unit edge network, including build-out and equipment, as well as working capital and general corporate purposes, with closing expected on or about May 5, 2026, subject to customary conditions.

Businesses interested in operating as medical cannabis dispensaries in the U.S. can begin submitting applications starting Wednesday, April 29, following a directive from President Donald Trump to change how marijuana is classified under federal law. The update was announced through a notice published on the website of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI) builds, operates, and manages a large-scale Solana (SOL) treasury, and is backed by many of the most influential investors in the digital space. “Recently, the company announced a strategic share repurchase where it bought back over 6 million common shares of its common stock from an institutional investor, for a total price of $27.4 million… This share repurchase takes advantage of the current low prices as an opportunity to buy back shares at a discount and return a meaningful block of shares to the treasury. The move also helps shareholders by reducing outstanding shares from 83,142,133 to 76,977,809,” reads a recent article.

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Cardiovascular disease continues to place a profound burden on individuals, economies and healthcare systems worldwide, affecting millions of lives while driving substantial medical costs and resource demands. Cardio Diagnostics Holdings (NASDAQ: CDIO) is committed to reducing the impact of heart disease by developing a platform that integrates artificial intelligence and epigenetic and genetic biomarkers to deliver personalized cardiovascular insights from a simple blood sample, positioning itself at the intersection of precision medicine and preventive care.

Gold has retreated about 15% from its start of the year peak of $5,589 an ounce and is now trading near $4,700. For long-term investors, this kind of decline within an ongoing bull market has historically been more of an entry point than a warning. The key forces that pushed gold higher, like persistent inflation, strong central bank demand, currency debasement, and geopolitical uncertainty, are still firmly in place.

China’s trade surplus with the European Union reached a new quarterly record in early 2026, with electric and hybrid vehicle exports a central driver. Mercator Institute for China Studies’ analysis of customs data found that Chinese exports to the EU totaled close to $148 billion in the period. Imports from the bloc came in at approximately $65 billion, leaving a surplus of roughly $83 billion, with the full-year 2025 surplus setting a record at around $431 billion .

New research has mapped how breast tissues change as women age. The findings help to explain why breast cancer cases are higher in older women, and this could potentially help in finding new ways to fight this disease.

Citigroup has raised its outlook for the global AI sector, pointing to stronger-than-anticipated uptake by businesses adopting AI-driven tools for software development and automation. The bank highlighted rapid progress among companies like Anthropic, which has posted significant gains in revenue.

Fighting involving Iran has created what energy analysts describe as an unprecedented global petroleum crisis, accelerating European government efforts to expand domestic renewable capacity. Middle Eastern warfare blocking the Hormuz passage while damaging regional energy facilities represents the gravest supply security threat in modern history, according to International Energy Agency Executive Director Fatih Birol.

EU member states are resisting a proposal by the European Commission to centralize oversight of crypto-asset service providers, marking a setback for efforts to tighten control over a fast-expanding and often unclear segment of the financial system.

On Thursday, the price of Brent crude jumped to its highest in four years as fears of an escalation in the military conflict between the United States and Iran worsened. The conflict has disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz where 20% of global oil supplies transit as they head to international markets.

Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited has raised $5 billion from investors in Hong Kong, marking one of the biggest financial deals of the year. The Chinese battery giant secured HK$39.2 billion through a share sale, showing that global investors are still strongly interested in clean energy and electric vehicle technology.

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SOBRsafe (NASDAQ: SOBR) announced it has entered into a definitive agreement with Clean World Ventures Inc. for a proposed business combination that would result in the combined company operating under the Clean World Ventures name, with CWV expected to own approximately 98% of the entity upon closing. The transaction, anticipated to close in the third quarter of 2026 pending approvals and financing, aims to advance scalable, zero-carbon distributed energy systems leveraging wastewater and scrap aluminum feedstock, while SOBRsafe’s alcohol detection business is expected to continue operating independently as the company evaluates monetization opportunities.

Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT), a provider of data monetization, credentialing, digital engagement and real-world asset (“RWA”) tokenization technologies, and CyberCatch (TSXV: CYBE) (OTCQB: CYBHF), a cybersecurity company offering a patented, AI-enabled platform for continuous compliance and cyber risk mitigation, announced they have entered into a binding letter of intent under which Datavault AI will acquire 100% of CyberCatch in an all-stock transaction valued at about CAD $136.8 million. CyberCatch is expected to operate as a Datavault AI subsidiary, with founder, Chairman and CEO Sai Huda serving as president of the subsidiary.

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Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT), a provider of data monetization, credentialing, digital engagement and real-world asset (“RWA”) tokenization technologies, announced it will report financial results for the first quarter of 2026 prior to market open on May 15, 2026, followed by a conference call and live webcast at 8:30 a.m. ET. CEO Nathaniel Bradley and CFO Brett Moyer will host the presentation, with dial-in access available for U.S. and international participants.

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