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

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

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

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

Weaker prices were recorded for gold and silver at the start of this week, though both metals had recovered somewhat from their session lows. The decline was driven in part by a drop in crude oil prices and a strong rebound in U.S. equity markets.

Helium supply is tightening around the world as disruptions to the production of this critical gas in Qatar threaten industries that depend on helium. The production disruption was triggered by the Iran conflict.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

David Eby, the Premier of British Columbia, has revealed that a wide range of American healthcare workers, including doctors, nurse practitioners and nurses have flocked to the Canadian province in search of employment and have secured jobs.

A British tourist is facing serious legal trouble in Dubai after being charged under the country’s cybercrime laws for allegedly recording and sharing footage of Iranian missile activity. The incident has raised concerns about how strict information-sharing rules are in the United Arab Emirates, especially during times of regional conflict.

Cyber risks are intensifying across the financial services industry as institutions expand digital platforms and integrate advanced technologies. A new study points to the growing scale of the problem, particularly for fintech companies operating in rapidly evolving digital environments.

Aditxt (NASDAQ: ADTX), a social innovation platform advancing health innovations, announced the appointment of Jeff Busch as chief executive officer of its subsidiary Ignite Proteomics, a commercial-stage precision oncology platform focused on guiding cancer therapy selection through functional protein profiling, with Busch expected to lead commercial expansion and evaluate strategic growth and financing opportunities as the company scales its platform designed to help physicians match patients with the most effective targeted therapies.

Annovis Bio (NYSE: ANVS), a Phase 3 clinical-stage biotechnology company, announced a partnership with NeuroRPM to implement an FDA-cleared AI platform in its ongoing Parkinson’s disease study, enabling real-time monitoring of symptoms such as bradykinesia, tremor and dyskinesia through wearable and mobile technology, with the data serving as digital biomarkers to enhance disease tracking, support evaluation of buntanetap over the 36-month trial and provide deeper insights into treatment response and future clinical development.

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Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI), the leading Solana treasury company, announced it has entered into a privately negotiated agreement to repurchase 6,164,324 shares for $27.4 million, reducing shares outstanding and increasing SOL-per-share to 0.0662 following the transaction, which is being financed through a $40 million digital currency loan agreement with Galaxy Digital secured by treasury assets while allowing the company to continue earning staking rewards, alongside a broader cost reduction plan expected to lower SG&A expenses by approximately 45% by fiscal Q3 as part of efforts to improve operating efficiency and enhance long-term shareholder value.

Soligenix (NASDAQ: SNGX), a late-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on rare diseases, announced that a comprehensive summary of clinical trials evaluating HyBryte(TM) (synthetic hypericin) for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma has been published in the peer-reviewed journal Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs, highlighting the therapy’s safety profile, non-mutagenic mechanism and demonstrated efficacy across studies, while supporting its potential as a first-line treatment option as the company advances its ongoing FLASH2 Phase 3 trial with interim analysis expected in the second quarter of 2026.

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Soligenix (NASDAQ: SNGX), a late-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on rare diseases, was featured in the latest BioMedWire Podcast episode where CEO Christopher Schaber discussed the upcoming interim analysis of the Phase 3 FLASH2 study evaluating HyBryte(TM) for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, noting strong blinded aggregate response rates above initial assumptions and outlining potential outcomes including early study completion or continued enrollment, while emphasizing upcoming interim and top-line data as potentially transformational milestones supporting commercialization and partnership opportunities.

Gaxos.ai (NASDAQ: GXAI), a company developing artificial intelligence applications across high-growth sectors, announced that its portfolio company America First Defense has been accepted into Anduril’s Lattice Program, strengthening its position in the expanding counter-drone defense market and enhancing its role within an advanced defense ecosystem focused on next-generation mission capabilities, situational awareness and operational effectiveness, as the company continues advancing solutions to address evolving aerial threats across defense, homeland security and critical infrastructure environments.

NRx Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: NRXP), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, announced it will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. ET on March 24, 2026, to review financial results for the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2025, and provide updates on progress across its drug development programs and the HOPE Therapeutics clinical network, highlighting milestones aligned with its mission to prevent suicide and advance treatments for depression and PTSD.

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Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT), a provider of data monetization, credentialing, digital engagement and real-world asset tokenization technologies, announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire NYIAX Inc., adding NYIAX’s intellectual property portfolio and blockchain-powered trading platform to support Datavault AI’s planned rollout of specialized exchanges, including its Information Data Exchange(R), while combining AI-driven valuation, smart contracts, compliant liquidity mechanisms and institutional-grade market infrastructure across data, advertising, critical materials, political inventory and athlete NIL assets.

The Georgia House of Representatives has approved medical marijuana legislation designed to broaden patient access. The proposal cleared the chamber with strong bipartisan support, passing 138 to 21.