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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:Cassiar Gold Corporation (TSX Venture Exchange: GLDC, OTCQX: CGLCF) has launched its fully funded 2026 exploration season, commencing a 10,000-metre Phase 1 diamond drill program at the Taurus Deposit in northern British Columbia. The Taurus Deposit hosts an Indicated resource of 1.43 g/t gold for 410,000 ounces and an Inferred resource of 0.95 g/t gold for 1.93 million ounces, with 91% of ounces within 150 metres of surface. The company is also evaluating high-grade targets at Cassiar South, where historical mines produced over 315,000 ounces of gold at grades between 10 and 20 g/t.Amex Exploration Incorporated (TSX Venture Exchange: AMX, Frankfurt Stock Exchange: MX0, OTCQX: AMXEF) has completed the final tranche of its oversubscribed C$80 million private placement, raising aggregate gross proceeds of C$79.7 million. Strategic investor Eldorado Gold Corporation purchased the final tranche of 4.58 million shares at C$4.50, increasing its stake to approximately 26.9% of outstanding shares. Proceeds will fund the bulk sampling program and phase 1 development of the Perron Gold Project in Quebec.PJX Resources Incorporated (TSX Venture Exchange: PJX) announced a $6.3 million non-brokered private placement of up to 44 million units to fund exploration at its properties in the historic Sullivan Mining District near Cranbrook, British Columbia. The company is targeting a Sullivan Sedex-type deposit at Dewdney Trail, where 2025 drilling intersected a 30-metre anomalous zone rich in zinc, lead, silver, and copper, and a Reduced Intrusion Related Gold System at the Zinger Property, where grab samples returned gold values up to 28.84 g/t with visible gold.Q-Gold Resources Limited (TSX Venture Exchange: QGR) launched its summer 2026 exploration campaign at the Mine Centre project in Ontario, featuring detailed field mapping, systematic channel sampling, and targeted diamond drilling near the historic Foley Mine. The company plans to significantly expand its pipeline of drill-ready gold targets, having previously focused on only five veins with the majority remaining untested across the broader Mine Centre land package.Vizsla Copper Corporation (TSX Venture Exchange: VCU, OTCQB: VCUFF, Frankfurt Stock Exchange: 97E0) commenced its 2026 diamond drill program at the Palmer VMS Project in Southeast Alaska, with two rigs targeting approximately 10,000 metres. The Palmer Project hosts an Indicated resource of 4.77 million tonnes grading 1.69% copper and 5.17% zinc, containing 178 million pounds of copper and 543 million pounds of zinc, making it one of the premier critical minerals exploration opportunities in the region.Bottom Line: Canadian small-cap mining companies are ramping up exploration activity this summer, backed by strong gold prices and strategic institutional investments. From Cassiar Gold's multi-million-ounce gold target to Amex Exploration's C$80 million war chest backed by Eldorado Gold, and Vizsla Copper's critical minerals push in Alaska, these companies represent compelling opportunities for investors looking to get ahead of the next wave of resource discoveries.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 delivered its plasma-based technology to convert contaminated biomass into syngas as part of the launch of Innofibre's new $14 million pilot and pre-commercial facility in Quebec. The system can treat contaminated feedstock that would otherwise be wasted, producing syngas for electricity, fuels, and chemicals. It marks another commercial deployment of the company's high-temperature technology in the growing decarbonization market.Zefiro Methane Corp. (Cboe Canada: ZEFI) (FSE: Y6B) (OTCQB: ZEFIF)Zefiro's subsidiary Plants & Goodwin was awarded three new Ohio well-remediation contracts expected to generate roughly USD $2.4 million in revenue, plugging 12 orphan wells starting in July 2026. The contracts pay nearly USD $200,000 per well, about 50% above the state's historical average. The win highlights Zefiro's expanded capacity and its position to capture rising federal orphan-well funding.Generation Mining Limited (TSX: GENM) (OTCQB: GENMF)Generation Mining secured senior lender credit approval for a US$310 million project finance facility from EDC, ING Capital, and Société Générale for its Marathon Copper-Palladium Project in Ontario. Combined with existing streaming and leasing arrangements, the company has now lined up about CAD $769 million of its construction funding. With all permits in hand, the milestone moves the project closer to a construction decision in the second half of 2026.Freegold Ventures Limited (TSX: FVL) (OTCQX: FGOVF)Freegold reported strong infill drilling at its Golden Summit gold project in Alaska, including an intercept of 336.8 metres grading 1.32 grams per tonne gold from just 26.5 metres depth. Standout high-grade hits included 28.58 g/t gold over 3.1 metres and a multi-ounce 142.1 g/t gold interval. The results reinforce grade continuity ahead of an updated resource estimate and a planned 2027 pre-feasibility study.Sernova Biotherapeutics Inc. (TSX: SVA) (OTC: SEOVF) (FSE/XETRA: PSHO)Sernova received FDA Orphan Drug Designation for autologous islet transplantation to prevent diabetes following total pancreatectomy. The designation offers the potential for up to seven years of U.S. market exclusivity upon approval, plus tax credits and fee waivers. It extends the company's regenerative-medicine platform beyond its core type 1 diabetes focus into a new rare-disease opportunity.Bottom Line: Today's headlines span clean technology, environmental services, mining finance, gold exploration, and biotechnology, with major financings, high-grade drill results, and a key regulatory designation all pointing to strong momentum across the small-cap market.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:Renforth Resources Inc. (CSE: RFR) (OTC: RFHRF) (FSE: 9RR)Renforth reported initial assay results from its 2026 stripping program at the Parbec gold deposit in Quebec, with a standout grab sample returning 0.567 g/t gold. The gap between the fire assay and ICP-MS results points to coarse gold, and a consistent tungsten-gold signature now appears across three separate sampling campaigns. The company is moving directly into systematic mapping and channel sampling of the newly stripped ground.ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) (FSE: Z7D)ESGold took delivery of a doré melting furnace at its fully permitted Montauban Gold-Silver Project in Quebec. The propane-fired unit, rated to 1300°C with a 150-kilogram charge capacity, joins previously delivered processing equipment as the company moves from construction toward commissioning. The milestone advances ESGold's path to onsite gold and silver production, which is anticipated in 2026.Cabral Gold Inc. (TSXV: CBR) (OTCQX: CBGZF)Cabral Gold reported pre-production infill drilling results at its MG deposit in Brazil's Cuiú Cuiú district, headlined by hole RC737 returning 25 metres at 7.47 g/t gold from surface, including 10 metres at 17.09 g/t gold. The results add confidence to the Year 1 mine plan ahead of planned commercial production in the fourth quarter of 2026. The company has now completed 166 holes totalling 5,767 metres across the program.Troilus Mining Corp. (TSX: TLG) (OTCQX: CHXMF) (FSE: CM5R)Troilus expanded its high-grade West Rim discovery at its Quebec copper-gold project, with hole WR-26-013 returning 19.06 g/t gold equivalent over 6.4 metres starting just 11.5 metres downhole. The zone sits entirely outside the current resource estimate and within 200 metres of the planned reserve pit, supporting both open-pit and underground potential. With only about half of the planned 2026 drilling complete, there is room for further expansion.GoldMining Inc. (TSX: GOLD) (NYSE American: GLDG)GoldMining released a positive preliminary economic assessment for its São Jorge project in Brazil, outlining a $532 million after-tax net present value and a 42.4% after-tax internal rate of return at a $3,500 gold price. Initial capital is estimated at a manageable $202 million, with a 2.8-year payback and average annual production of roughly 51,000 ounces over a 10.6-year mine life. The company plans to advance the project into pre-feasibility studies and permitting.Bottom Line: Today's headlines show small-cap miners advancing on two fronts — strong drilling and assay results from Renforth, Cabral, and Troilus, and tangible production milestones from ESGold and GoldMining. Across the board, these companies are de-risking their projects and moving closer to gold production.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:LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) (FSE: 3WK0)LaFleur acquired a 100% interest in 27 mineral claims (about 701.7 hectares) in Quebec's Val-d'Or district, expanding its McKenzie East Gold Project next to Fresnillo's McKenzie Break. The all-cash purchase cost just C$35,000 and consolidates district-scale ground near its PEA-stage Swanson Gold Project and Beacon Gold Mill. It adds low-cost exposure in one of the world's most prolific gold belts as the company prepares to resume drilling.Zefiro Methane Corp. (Cboe Canada: ZEFI) (FSE: Y6B) (OTCQB: ZEFIF)Zefiro onboarded four new corporate energy clients, three of them publicly traded firms with a combined market cap above US$140 billion, after a recent fleet expansion. Management expects the added rigs to contribute about US$10 million in annual revenue, with work centered in Ohio under a three-year, US$19.6 million state contract. The wins point to growing demand for the company's well-remediation and methane-reduction services.Camino Minerals Corporation (TSXV: COR) (OTCID: CAMZF)Camino reported high-grade copper from all five drill holes at its Costa de Cobre project in Peru, led by 76.2m at 0.88% Cu including 16.25m at 2.67% Cu. The results extend mineralization along the Diva trend, and partner Nittetsu Mining has completed its three-year earn-in toward a 35% interest. With work advancing in both Peru and Chile, the drilling strengthens Camino's copper development pipeline.Metalsource Mining Inc. (CSE: MSM) (OTCQB: MSMMF) (FSE: E9Z)Metalsource intersected 434 g/t silver equivalent over 10.64 metres at its Silver Hill project in North Carolina, including a standout 2,050 g/t AgEq over 1.52 metres. Step-out drilling extended the polymetallic silver-gold-lead-zinc system about 315 metres below surface, with several assays still pending. The company is advancing toward an inaugural modern resource estimate at America's first silver mine.E3 Lithium Ltd. (TSXV: ETL) (FSE: OW3) (OTCQX: EEMMF)E3 Lithium executed a contribution agreement confirming up to $36.5 million in non-repayable federal funding through Natural Resources Canada's Global Partnerships Initiative. The funding covers 75% of an approximately $48 million program to complete Phase 3 of its demonstration facility and the Clearwater Project feasibility study, targeting 12,000 tonnes per year of battery-grade lithium carbonate. The support de-risks the project as it moves toward a final investment decision.Bottom Line: Today's headlines span gold, copper, silver, lithium and energy services, with strong drill results, major new client wins and significant government backing underscoring broad momentum across the small-cap resource sector.Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.

Issued On Behalf of Waste Energy Corp. WAST: OTCWaste Energy Corp. announced it will host an investor update call on June 25, 2026 from its Midland, Texas facility to present a revised commissioning schedule and second-half 2026 operating plan. The Company has accumulated a stockpile of waste tires on site and recently executed a Letter of Intent and purchased specialized tire processing equipment, with new revenue-generating tire preparation activities expected to begin as early as June 2026. Issued On Behalf of Metals Creek Resources Corp. MEK:TSXV | M1C1:FSE Metals Creek Resources reported visible gold in the first two drill holes at its Ogden Gold Project near Timmins, Ontario, a 50/50 joint venture with Discovery Silver where Metals Creek serves as operator. Hole TOG-26-75 encountered visible gold at 326 metres within a silicified felsite, while TOG-22-76 showed visible gold over 3.5 metres in a zone of quartz flooding at 304.5 metres. Assays are pending. Historic intercepts include 9.2 g/t gold over 4.47 metres along the prolific Porcupine-Destor Break. Issued On Behalf of Predictiv AI Inc. PAI:CSE | 7IT:FWB Predictiv AI's subsidiary Shift Technologies secured a multi-phase commercial contract with Prompt Xpress, one of Sri Lanka's largest courier networks, marking the first major deployment under Predictiv's joint venture with Arcasia Holdings. The Phase 1 middle-mile rollout, which began in May 2026, will digitize and optimize logistics across 300-plus trucks and 80-plus hubs, deploying Shiftmatics GPS and telematics devices. A last-mile solution targeting deployment before the end of Q3 is expected to add per-package, transaction-based recurring revenue.Issued On Behalf of HPQ Silicon Inc. HPQ:TSXV | HPQFF:OTCQB | O08:FRA HPQ Silicon announced that French partner Novacium SAS, in which HPQ holds a 36.8% equity interest plus exclusive North American licensing rights, will showcase a new Integrated Drone Propulsion System at Eurosatory 2026 alongside LN Innov' and Groupe Zekat. The system combines Novacium's silicon-enhanced lithium-ion batteries, LN Innov's electric propulsion motors, and Groupe Zekat's electronic speed controllers into a fully European, France-built drone powertrain aimed at defense and security markets seeking supply-chain sovereignty. Tiger Gold Corp. TIGR:TSXV | D150:FSE | TGRGF:OTCQB Tiger Gold Corp. reported assay results from its Quinchía Gold Project in Colombia, where hole TSDH-86 intersected 98 metres grading 0.9 g/t gold from 2 metres, including 26.7 metres at 1.6 g/t. TSDH-85 returned 205.5 metres at 0.5 g/t gold, and QDQDH-26 cut 254 metres at 0.4 g/t at Dos Quebradas. Tiger has completed more than 11,350 metres of a planned 20,000-metre program with three rigs, supporting a year-end resource update aimed at upgrading a significant portion of the resource to Indicated. Follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights. And don't forget to check out our podcast for deeper dives

TSX Venture Exchange Small Cap Breaking News - June 1, 2026Metals Creek Resources Corp. (TSX Venture Exchange: MEK | OTC Pink Sheets: MCREF | Frankfurt Stock Exchange: M1C1) today announced a significant expansion of its land position in Newfoundland, more than doubling its hydrogen-helium acreage at the Smoking Gun and Parsons Pond projects in partnership with Benton Resources. Soil gas sampling has confirmed helium concentrations as high as 8,900 parts per billion, underscoring the exploration potential of the region as global helium demand continues to rise. The expanded land package positions Metals Creek as one of the most active helium explorers on Canada's East Coast.Brixton Metals Corporation (TSX Venture Exchange: BBB | OTCQX: BBBXF) reported exceptional drill results from its Langis silver project in Ontario, intersecting 2.3 metres of 1,811 grams per tonne silver within a broader intercept of 27.7 metres averaging 166.45 grams per tonne silver. These grades place Langis among the highest-grade silver discoveries currently being explored in Canada, confirming significant near-term resource potential. Brixton's ongoing program continues to delineate the extent and continuity of the high-grade silver mineralization.Omai Gold Mines Corp. (TSX Venture Exchange: OMG | OTCQB: OMGGF) announced drill results from its Wenot deposit in Guyana, returning 8.54 grams per tonne gold over 20.6 metres, a strong intercept that continues to build the resource base at one of South America's most advanced gold exploration projects. The company expects to release a Preliminary Economic Assessment within six to eight weeks, a milestone that could meaningfully re-rate the stock as investors gain visibility into the project's economic potential. Omai's results reinforce Wenot as a potential large-scale gold development asset in a mining-friendly jurisdiction.Valhalla Metals Inc. (TSX Venture Exchange: VMXX | OTCQB: VMXXF) has completed the acquisition of the Smucker copper-gold-silver-zinc project in Alaska from Teck Resources, bringing a well-documented polymetallic asset into its portfolio. The transaction was accompanied by a $15 million private placement, with Teck contributing $1.75 million and Marubeni Corporation contributing approximately $1.7 million, making both global resource majors strategic shareholders in Valhalla. Teck's stake in the company now stands at 31.4%, providing Valhalla with institutional credibility and technical support as it advances the Smucker project toward development.Edge Total Intelligence Inc. (TSX Venture Exchange: CTRL | OTCQB: UNFYF | Frankfurt Stock Exchange: Q5I) reported first quarter 2026 revenue of $1.69 million, representing a 121% increase year-over-year and a 211% increase sequentially, driven by the integration of newly acquired defense and aviation intelligence assets. The company also announced $2.82 million in contracts with Austal USA, a major defense shipbuilder, reflecting growing institutional demand for Edge's digital twin and data intelligence solutions in the maritime sector. These results mark a significant inflection point for Edge as it transitions from an early-stage technology company to a revenue-generating defense technology platform.AGORACOM has been connecting investors with Canada's most promising small cap companies since 2000. For more information on today's companies and to join the conversation, visit 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:Power Metallic Mines Inc. (TSXV: PNPN) (OTCBB: PNPNF) (Frankfurt: IVV1)Power Metallic is expanding its summer 2026 exploration program at the Nisk Project in Quebec with three advanced geophysical surveys — SQUIDs, gravity, and Ambient Noise Tomography — designed to pinpoint deeper Ni-Cu-PGE mineralization. These surveys run alongside a 30,000-metre diamond drill program already being mobilized for Q2 and Q3 2026. Investors in the critical metals space should take note as the company systematically targets extensions to the high-grade Lion Zone and new discoveries across the enlarged land package.Minaurum Silver Inc. (TSXV: MGG) (OTCQX: MMRGF) (FSE: 78M0)Minaurum has reported high-grade drill results from the Europa Sur Vein Zone at the Alamos Silver Project in Sonora, Mexico, highlighted by 3.20 metres of 882 g/t silver equivalent including a peak of 2,423 g/t AgEq over 0.95 metres. Elevated gold and copper values suggest the presence of a high-temperature feeder structure, substantially boosting resource expansion potential within the ongoing 50,000-metre Phase II drill program. Alamos already hosts a 55.4 Moz AgEq inferred resource.Sitka Gold Corp. (TSXV: SIG) (FSE: 1RF) (OTCQX: SITKF)Sitka Gold's first 2026 drill hole at the Blackjack deposit returned 94.0 metres of 1.79 g/t gold including 19.3 metres of 5.04 g/t gold from 1,093 metres depth — the deepest hole ever completed at the RC Gold Project in Yukon. The result extends high-grade gold approximately 370 metres below the existing resource pit and confirms strong continuity with last year's deep discovery. With four rigs active on a fully funded 60,000-metre program, the company is rapidly advancing a district-scale gold system hosting over 5.1 million ounces across indicated and inferred resources.CopAur Minerals Inc. (TSXV: CPAU)CopAur released a Preliminary Economic Assessment and a 52% increase in Mineral Resource Estimate for its Kinsley Mountain Gold Project in Nevada, now totaling 742,000 indicated ounces at 1.11 g/t gold. At the current spot gold price of US$4,500/oz, the project delivers a post-tax NPV of US$147 million and an IRR of 66% with a 1.5-year payback on pre-production CAPEX of US$81.8 million. For a small-cap company with a modest market capitalization, owning 100% of a permitted Nevada heap-leach gold project with these economics represents a potentially significant value proposition.Bottom Line: Today's stories highlight a sector in full motion — high-grade silver and gold drilling campaigns advancing in Mexico and the Yukon, paired with a Nevada gold project delivering compelling PEA economics. Critical metals exploration and near-term gold production potential are the dominant themes.Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.

Issued On Behalf of All Companies Mentioned Below. Quantum BioPharma Ltd. QNTM:NASDAQ | QNTM:CSE | 0K91:FSE Quantum BioPharma hit the halfway mark in its PET imaging study with Massachusetts General Hospital, with encouraging early data showing robust signal in acute MS lesions using the [18F]3F4AP tracer. The study validates direct imaging of demyelinated neurons — a key tool for advancing Lucid-MS, the company's lead candidate targeting PAD2 inhibition. Lucid-MS has demonstrated myelin repair in preclinical models, and a Phase 2 IND was submitted to the FDA in March 2026. Draganfly Inc. DPRO:NASDAQ | DPRO:CSE | 3U8:FSE Draganfly launched the Blitz™ payload platform as exclusive North American integrator for Blitz Technology, entering the EO/IR gimbal and drone payload market projected to exceed $12 billion annually by 2030. The Blitz family spans the Spectrum 300 (under 300g, dual EO/IR) to the Spectrum 1600LR (long-range ISR with laser rangefinding), engineered for defense, border security, and public safety. The platform debuts at SOF Week 2026 in Tampa, Florida. Power Metallic Mines Inc. PNPN:TSXV | PNPNF:OTC Markets | IVV1:Frankfurt Stock Exchange Power Metallic entered a 50/50 joint venture framework with Amaar United Mining Company to pursue mining licenses in Saudi Arabia. Amaar Mining will contribute US$7.5 million and Power Metallic US$2.5 million of the initial US$10 million work-program, with equal funding thereafter. Power Metallic acts as technical lead, leveraging its Jabal Baudan license covering 200+ square kilometers in the copper, gold, and zinc-prospective Jabal Sayid Mineralized Belt.Nextech3D.ai NTAR:CSE | NEXCF:OTCQB | 1SS:FSE Nextech3D.ai announced it will serve as lead sponsor and speaker at an EMRG Media event in New York City (October 27-29, 2026), showcasing its Krafty Labs Experience Marketplace alongside its Eventdex registration platform. The integrated AI Event Operating System consolidates engagement, lead capture, and monetization into one unified platform — enabling sponsors measurable ROI through interactive, data-driven experiences. Eventdex will manage full event registration, badge pre-printing, and lead retrieval at the three-day trade show. HPQ Silicon Inc. HPQ:TSXV | HPQFF:OTCQB | O08:FSE HPQ Silicon announced that its French technology partner Novacium SAS signed a Letter of Intent with GH Technologies Co., Ltd. at the 18th China International Battery Fair (May 15, 2026), covering a 36-month framework for GEN4 lithium-ion cells in 18650 and 21700 formats across Asia-Pacific. GEN4 cells feature reported capacity exceeding 6,600 mAh and energy density of 319.9 Wh/kg. HPQ holds a 36.8% equity stake in Novacium and exclusive North American rights under the ENDURA+ trademark. Asia-Pacific accounts for over 57% of global cylindrical Li-ion demand. 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:Nextech3D.ai (CSE: NTAR) (OTCQB: NEXCF) (FSE: 1SS)Nextech3D.ai announced it will be lead sponsor at an EMRG Media trade show event in New York City (October 27-29, 2026), showcasing its Krafty Labs Experience Marketplace and AI Event Operating System. The company's Eventdex platform will handle full event registration, lead retrieval, and onsite operations. For investors, this partnership demonstrates real-world commercial traction for Nextech's unified AI Event OS as a revenue-generating platform.MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX) (OTC: MAXXF) (FSE: 89N)Eric Sprott is making a $25 million strategic investment in MAX Power Mining via a non-brokered private placement at $2.00 per unit, with warrants exercisable at $2.75 for 24 months. Proceeds will accelerate follow-up drilling at the Lawson Complex — Canada's first confirmed subsurface Natural Hydrogen system — along with seismic data acquisition and AI platform development. Sprott's continued backing marks a high-profile endorsement of Natural Hydrogen as a scalable clean energy frontier.Aldebaran Resources Inc. (TSX-V: ALDE) (OTCQX: ADBRF)Aldebaran reported strong infill drill results from its 80%-owned Altar copper-gold project in Argentina, highlighted by 1,339.30 metres grading 0.45% copper equivalent, including 500 metres of 0.71% CuEq. Seven holes confirm the scale and grade continuity of one of the Americas' largest undeveloped porphyry copper systems. An updated resource estimate is targeted for Q3 2026, paving the way for a Pre-Feasibility Study in 2027.Decibel Cannabis Company Inc. (TSXV: DB) (OTCQB: DBCCF)Decibel reported Q1 2026 net revenue of $30 million, a 41% year-over-year increase, with international sales surging 330% to $9.6 million as it began shipping GMP-extracted product into Germany. Adjusted EBITDA doubled to $6.9 million year-over-year, and Q2 2026 guidance calls for $33 to $35 million in revenue. A new $61 million ATB credit facility extending maturities to 2030 and a planned Creston property sale further strengthen the balance sheet heading into the seasonally strongest period.Bottom Line: Today's small-cap market featured a powerful combination of catalysts — a major institutional endorsement of Canadian Natural Hydrogen, compelling copper-gold drill results confirming a world-class deposit, strong cannabis revenue growth driven by international expansion, and an AI event technology platform winning real commercial partnerships.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:Draganfly Incorporated (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) (FSE: 3U8)Draganfly and F4 Defense International have been selected by the DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory to develop a modular, multi-layered counter-drone system for the Department of War. The platform combines tethered aerial intelligence, AI-enabled targeting, and coordinated ground and air defeat capabilities designed for rapid deployment in contested operational environments. This contract expands Draganfly's defense presence in the global Counter-UAS market projected to exceed US$20 billion by 2030.New Age Metals Incorporated (TSX.V: NAM) (OTCQB: NMTLF) (FSE: P7J)New Age Metals is advancing the next phase of PLATSOL metallurgical testwork at its River Valley Platinum Group Metals Project in Ontario, building on proof-of-concept results showing palladium recoveries of up to 93%, platinum of 88%, and gold of 98%. The 6-month program by SGS Canada will optimize processing conditions and evaluate downstream PGM recovery to improve overall project economics. River Valley is one of North America's largest undeveloped primary palladium projects, with a 16-year mine life outlined in its 2023 PEA.Freegold Ventures Limited (TSX: FVL) (OTCQX: FGOVF)Freegold Ventures reported high-grade infill drill results at its Golden Summit Project in Alaska, including 19.2 g/t Au over 24.7 metres and 33.7 g/t Au over 19.5 metres. Higher-grade corridors have now been traced continuously for more than 1.5 km, supporting the scale of a project hosting an Indicated Resource of 17.2 million ounces at 1.24 g/t Au. With six rigs active and a Pre-Feasibility Study advancing, these results continue to build confidence in the project's higher-grade domains.IMPACT Silver Corp. (TSXV: IPT) (OTCQB: ISVLF)IMPACT Silver delivered record first quarter results for 2026, with revenue nearly tripling to $31.2 million and net income reaching a record $11.3 million. The strong performance at its Zacualpan silver mining camp in Mexico reflects high silver production combined with favorable silver prices and operational efficiency. Since 2006, IMPACT has generated over $352 million in cumulative silver revenue and carries no long-term debt.PharmAla Biotech Holdings Inc. (CSE: MDMA) (OTCQB: MDXXF)PharmAla Biotech has signed a term sheet to license the exclusive U.S. rights to ALA-002, its next-generation non-racemic MDMA therapeutic, to Jupiter Neurosciences (NASDAQ: JUNS) in a transaction valued at over US$100 million through upfront consideration, milestone payments, and royalties. ALA-002 carries FDA Novel Chemical Entity designation and is currently being supplied into U.S. government-sponsored clinical trials for PTSD, including studies by the Department of Veterans Affairs. PharmAla retains all international rights outside the United States, preserving significant additional value potential.Bottom Line: Today's small-cap lineup spans defense innovation, critical metals advancement, high-grade gold discovery, record silver production, and a landmark biotech licensing deal — a strong, diversified day for small-cap investors.Stay ahead of the market — follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and insights.

Issued On Behalf of All Companies Listed Below.Draganfly Inc $DPRO delivered record Q1 revenue of $2.31M, up 49.4% year over year, while reporting a quarter end cash position of $147.3M. Its momentum continued across defense, public safety, and emergency response through Search and Rescue Sweden, a U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command award with DelMar Aerospace, and a Canadian Armed Forces capabilities demonstration in Ottawa.Metals Creek Resources $MEK / $MCREF expanded its natural hydrogen and helium story in Newfoundland with Benton Resources, jointly staking 156 new units at the Smoking Gun Prospect. Historic drilling returned highly anomalous helium values up to 8,900 ppb, near a separate hole that flowed high pressure gas for at least 12 months.Lafleur Minerals $LFLR / $LFLRF continued building momentum at its Swanson Gold Project in Québec, reporting broad gold intercepts including 2.95 g/t gold over 80.00 metres and 2.37 g/t gold over 88.05 metres. With drilling advancing and Beacon Gold Mill recommissioning underway, LaFleur is advancing its stated path toward potential near term production.Nextech3D.ai $NTAR / $NEXCF expanded Krafty Labs with the launch of its AI Event Marketplace, bringing curated experiences, branded activations, exhibitor programs, sponsor opportunities, and AI powered analytics into one platform for live, hybrid, and virtual events.Pyrogenesis Inc. $PYR / $PYRGF signed a binding agreement to acquire its 40,902 sq. ft. Turcot manufacturing facility in Montreal for $3.1M. With the agreement opening the door to sale leaseback discussions, the Company is looking to unlock embedded asset value while maintaining long term control of a key operating site.Watch Our Awesome Weekly Show Below For More Details About These CompaniesFollow Agoracom To Discover Great Small Cap Companies

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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'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 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

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.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.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.HPQ Silicon Inc. (TSX: HPQ) Signs Joint Venture MOU for Commercial Fumed Silica PlantHPQ has signed a joint venture memorandum of understanding to build and operate a 1,000-tonne-per-year commercial fumed silica plant, representing a significant move toward industrial-scale production.Key highlights:Estimated US$20 million project valueStrategic partner has secured financing and intends to fund constructionRoyalty-based revenue model tied to per-kilogram productionCommercial validation of HPQ's plasma-based, chemical-free processIf finalized, this development marks HPQ's transition from pilot validation to a scalable, recurring revenue model in a multi-billion-dollar global market.Tartisan Nickel Corp. (CSE: TN) Reports High-Grade Nickel Intercepts at KenbridgeTartisan announced new infill drill results from its 100%-owned Kenbridge Nickel-Copper-Cobalt Project in Northwestern Ontario.Notable assay results:11.0 metres grading 1.05% nickel and 0.33% copperIncluding 2.0 metres grading 4.79% nickel and 1.25% copperOngoing drilling testing depth extensions below the existing 622-metre shaftThe results support continuity within key zones and are part of a broader program aimed at increasing resource confidence and advancing the project toward future development studies.Tribeca Resources Corp. (TSX-V: TRBC) Fieldwork Advancing in Chile; Drilling Set for MarchTribeca provided an operational update across its Chilean copper portfolio.Key developments:Phase 3 drilling planned for March at the La Higuera projectOver 370 soil samples collected at the Jiguata copper projectMultiple large alteration systems identified through mapping and satellite dataEngagement of a U.S.-based investor relations firm to expand market awarenessWith global copper demand tied to electrification and infrastructure, Tribeca is positioning itself with active exploration in a premier mining jurisdiction.Grafton Resources Inc. (TSX-V: GFT) Begins Heliborne Geophysical Survey at AlicahueGrafton has launched an 80-line-kilometre MobileMT helicopter-borne survey at its Alicahue gold-copper project in Chile.Program highlights:Full project coverage in a single survey campaignImaging potential structures to depths of 1–2 kilometresInterpreted results expected in March 2026The survey is designed to refine drill targets and improve geological understanding before the next phase of exploration.From commercialization milestones to high-grade drill results and advancing copper exploration in Chile, small-cap companies continue to execute across key sectors.Stay informed with AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and updates, and follow our podcast for deeper executive insights and market coverage.

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 Corp. (TSXV: TIGR)Tiger Gold delivered a strong drilling update from its Quinchia project in Colombia, intersecting 82.7 metres grading 1.4 g/t gold within a broader 307-metre gold zone starting near surface. Mineralization remains open at depth, and geological indicators suggest potential for a higher-grade feeder zone. With multiple rigs active and more assays expected, Quinchia is shaping up as a growing, district-scale gold project.TomaGold Corporation (TSXV: LOT)TomaGold announced a major new deep discovery at its Berrigan Mine in Québec, intersecting 98.5 metres grading 5.75% zinc equivalent at depth. The newly identified “Berrigan Deep” zone remains open below current drilling, pointing to a much larger mineralized system than previously recognized. Follow-up drilling and geophysics are planned as the company pushes deeper into this historic camp.Midnight Sun Mining Corp. (TSXV: MMA)Midnight Sun continues to scale up its Dumbwa copper discovery in Zambia. Recent drilling returned 0.46% copper over 50 metres, including 1.36% copper over 6 metres, and confirmed mineralization now extends over 3.6 kilometres of strike. With a large drill program underway, Dumbwa is increasingly viewed as a potential district-scale copper system in the heart of the Zambia–Congo Copperbelt.Awalé Resources Limited (TSXV: ARIC)Awalé reported standout high-grade results from its Charger target in Côte d'Ivoire, including 52.8 g/t gold over 9 metres. Drilling confirms strong continuity of a high-grade gold system to depth, with mineralization still open for expansion. As part of a planned 100,000-metre program, Charger is emerging as a potential cornerstone asset within the Odienné Project.Tectonic Metals Inc. (TSXV: TECT)Tectonic Metals made a new high-grade gold discovery at its Flat Gold Project in Alaska, intersecting 4.50 g/t gold over 48.77 metres starting from surface at the Black Creek target. This first-ever drilling confirms gold mineralization across multiple intrusions on the nearly 100,000-acre property, reinforcing Flat's potential as a large, district-scale gold system.Want more small-cap breaking news like this?Follow AGORACOM for daily updates — and don't miss our AGORACOM podcast, where we speak directly with the CEOs and leaders building these 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.1) Questcorp Mining (CSE: QQQ) Questcorp and partner Riverside reported a standout underground result at the La Union Project (Sonora, Mexico): a 30-metre continuous chip channel sample grading 20.2 g/t gold and 226 g/t silver, plus 2.7% zinc at the Union Mine. Management says it may point to meaningful mineralization still in place and highlighted additional upside from sediment-hosted, “Carlin-like” gold indications at the Luis Hill target as the companies plan follow-up work in 2026.2) PyroGenesis (TSX: PYR) PyroGenesis announced a second titanium powder order under its supply agreement with a U.S. minerals and metals technology company. This new order is for one tonne of Ti64 “off-cut” titanium powder, produced using its NexGen™ plasma atomization process, and is expected to be delivered over the next few days. The company says recurring orders may follow as needed, supporting a more resilient titanium supply chain and reducing waste by bringing stored off-cut inventory back into the market.3) Nextech3D.ai (CSE: NTAR) Nextech3D.ai launched “Nextech Event AI”, a unified AI event operating system aimed at streamlining how enterprises run virtual, hybrid, and in-person events. The platform brings together Eventdex, Map D, and Krafty Labs into one environment to centralize key workflows like registration, engagement, analytics, and payments. CEO Evan Gappelberg says customers are increasingly asking for unified solutions, and the company is positioning this as a major step in its software-first event platform strategy.4) Q2 Metals (TSXV: QTWO) Q2 Metals reported a major step-out success at its Cisco Lithium Project (Quebec). Drill hole CS25-065 returned 179.2 metres at 1.24% Li₂O, including 15.7 metres at 1.48% Li₂O, extending the mineralized zone north at shallow depths where mineralization was not expected. The company has completed 74 holes for 31,961 metres, with assays still pending on additional holes. Q2 says drilling has resumed with four rigs focused on infill work toward an inaugural mineral resource estimate targeted for Q1 2026 and a PEA targeted for late 2026.5) Tectonic Metals (TSXV: TECT) Tectonic reported a high-impact near-surface intercept at Chicken Mountain within its Flat Gold Project (Southwest Alaska): 9.94 g/t gold over 36.58 metres, including 15.73 g/t over 22.86 metres, with a bonanza interval of 104.23 g/t over 3.05 metres (hole CMR25-084). The company emphasized growth potential, noting the hole ended in mineralization and that results are pending from 34 additional drill holes as it advances toward a first resource estimate.Want more fast, investor-friendly small-cap updates like this? Follow AGORACOM for daily breaking news coverage, and don't miss the AGORACOM podcast for deeper conversations with the leaders building these 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:Spanish Mountain Gold (TSX-V: SPA) Spanish Mountain reported fresh drill results from the Orca Fault target at its Cariboo Gold Corridor project in B.C.—work that management says is helping define stronger grade zones inside its existing open-pit framework. The headline hole returned 171.36m at 0.64 g/t gold, including 102.36m at 0.92 g/t and a higher-grade 17.0m at 2.12 g/t. The company says higher-grade mineralization now shows continuity across roughly 530m of strike, with more assays still pending from additional holes.Arizona Gold & Silver (TSX-V: AZS) Arizona Gold & Silver delivered another attention-grabbing intercept at its Philadelphia Project in Arizona, extending the Perry Discovery further north. Core hole PC25-158 hit 60.37m at 4.36 g/t gold and 6.38 g/t silver, including 4.33m at 19.37 g/t gold and 19.36 g/t silver. The company is already stepping out again with PC25-159 drilling a further 60m north, as it pushes toward an initial resource estimate.PyroGenesis (TSX: PYR) PyroGenesis signed an agreement with the defense division of a major U.S. multinational engineering firm to jointly pursue contracts in 2026 aimed at the safe destruction of remaining chemical weapons in Syria. If successful, PyroGenesis would supply its PACWADS destruction systems plus engineering, training, and support. Management highlighted the platform's 99.9999% destruction efficiency, positioning it as a high-stakes, mission-driven opportunity tied to global security needs.Sitka Gold (TSX-V: SIG) Sitka reported a strong new batch of drilling at the Rhosgobel discovery within its road-accessible RC Gold Project in Yukon's Tombstone Gold Belt. Highlights include 156.9m at 1.00 g/t gold (with higher-grade sections inside), plus multiple other long intercepts that helped expand the mineralized envelope by about 400m. Sitka says drilling confirms at least 975m of strike, visible gold across the full 1.1 km drilled to date, and notes 15 additional drill holes still pending. The company also reiterated it's well funded, citing $45M+ in treasury, no debt, and plans for up to 60,000m of drilling this year.Scottie Resources (TSX-V: SCOT) Scottie kicked off 2026 with more high-grade hits from the Blueberry Contact Zone in B.C.'s Golden Triangle—an area the company says is central to its PEA and low-capital mine plan. Top result: 14.0m at 6.41 g/t gold, including 4.0m at 19.0 g/t and 1.0m at 44.8 g/t. Scottie is aiming to grow and upgrade its resource base while advancing a development strategy that targets early open-pit ounces and a transition to underground mining.Want more fast, investor-friendly small-cap updates like this? Follow AGORACOM for breaking news, interviews, and market-moving stories—and don't forget to check out and follow the AGORACOM podcast for deeper dives with the CEOs behind the headlines.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWNextech3D.ai acquiring Krafty Labs AI event engagement platform Serving global enterprise customers including GoogleNetflixMetaMicrosoftOracleCiscoand over 400 additional Fortune 500 and multinational clients.Nextech3D.ai Gains $1.1M in high-margin revenue and preferred-vendor status with major global brandsAddition of 400+ Fortune 500 customers doubles customers to over 1,000Unifies Three Platforms Unified Into One AI Event Solutions Ecosystem15 month period ending Mar 1, 2025 | Revenue: ~$3.5M | Gross Profit: ~$2.2MTargeting triple-digit growth in 2026, supported by expanding inbound demandTargeting $20–30 million in SaaS revenue over the next three yearsWhat happens when an emerging AI event-tech company suddenly doubles its customer base to more than 1,000 customers, including more than 400 Fortune 500 relationships and a business doing $1.1 million in year-to-date revenue - and folds it all into a single unified AI-powered event solutions platform?That's exactly what Nextech3D.ai just set in motion with its acquisition of Krafty Labs, an enterprise AI virtual and in-person event engagement platform trusted by Google, Netflix, Meta, Oracle, Microsoft, Cisco, Dropbox and hundreds more global brands.It's an all-cash deal that immediately expands Nextech's scale, accelerates its push into in-person enterprise events, and strengthens its vision of becoming a true one-stop AI Event Solutions provider..Together, Nextech3D.ai and Krafty Labs create a consolidated AI-powered platform designed for the rapidly modernizing $80 billion global event technology market. In this AGORACOM interview, CEO Evan Gappelberg outlines how the acquisition unifies three platforms unified into one ai event solutions ecosystem capable of achieving “triple digit growth” in 2026 and sets $20 - 30 million as a target within 2-3 years.Nextech3D.ai is transitioning from a single-solution supplier to a comprehensive event-tech platform operator. Its combined offering now spans registration, ticketing, badging, mobile applications, 3D mapping, AI matchmaking and virtual networking - tools that enterprise customers often source from multiple vendors. Krafty Labs accelerates this shift by opening pathways into major global organizations.At the same time, Nextech3D.ai is building a unified AI Event Operating System designed to integrate blockchain ticketing, event tokens, AR navigation and automated workflows into a single, intelligent framework to create a massive differentiator in a market rapidly moving toward automation and personalization.The company's 2026 go-to-market strategy focuses on three growth engines: cross-selling Nextech3D.ai's broader platform into Krafty's enterprise accounts, converting more than 100 double-qualified inbound leads each month and scaling a newly expanded sales organization. The company is targeting $20–30 million in SaaS revenue over the next three years, reflecting the strength of its product suite and the maturing enterprise pipeline.Gappelberg summarizes the inflection point clearly:“With 1,000 customers in our ecosystem and AI at the center of our platform, the scale of this opportunity is unlike anything we've had before.”Through Krafty Labs, Nextech3D.ai inherits relationships with global brands including Google, Meta, Netflix, Oracle, Spotify and Dropbox. These are active Krafty Labs customers with established event budgets, enhancing Nextech3D.ai's ability to introduce its full AI suite across multiple business units. Discussions underway in Dubai and the United States further broaden the company's expansion pathway.The acquisition also strengthens competitive positioning in a market long dominated by legacy incumbents such as Cvent. Nextech3D.ai's customizable AI-driven solutions and full-stack approach are increasingly aligned with what enterprise buyers are seeking.

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) – Expands AI Event Tech with Strategic AcquisitionNextech3D.ai has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Krafty Labs for about $600,000 in cash, adding a profitable enterprise event platform to its portfolio.Krafty Labs generated $1.1 million in 2025 revenue with a 72% gross marginBrings 400+ blue-chip enterprise clients including Google, Microsoft, Meta, and OracleDeal doubles Nextech's customer base to 1,000+ organizationsClosing expected in early January 2026 This move positions Nextech as a growing one-stop AI event solutions provider for enterprises.Eloro Resources (TSXV: ELO) – Delivers Highest Silver Grades EverEloro reported its strongest silver drill results to date at its Iska Iska project in Bolivia.72 metres grading approximately 295 g/t silver inside a broader 180-metre zone at about 165 g/t silverConfirms wide, continuous high-grade mineralizationExpands future resource and development potential With strong exposure to silver, tin, and base metals, Iska Iska continues to emerge as a major long-life polymetallic asset.CanPR (TSXV: WPR) – Officially Launches AI Immigration Platform “Trek”CanPR has commercially launched Trek, its new AI-powered platform for immigration, jobs, and settlement support.10,000+ users and 80,000+ real-time conversations during betaOffers 24/7 immigration guidance, form help, job matching, and resume toolsFree at launch with plans for future subscription revenueTargeting 50,000 users by fiscal year-end Trek positions CanPR as a leading AI-driven digital immigration platform in Canada.NEO Battery (TSX-V: NBM) – Secures First Automotive Purchase OrdersNEO Battery Materials received its first commercial battery purchase orders from a Fortune Global 500 Asian automotive OEM.Marks NEO's first commercial revenue opportunityManufacturing already underway at its new facility in South KoreaOrders support OEM qualification and evaluationMajor step toward full automotive commercialization This milestone validates NEO's silicon-enhanced battery technology and accelerates its path into the global EV supply chain.Stay on top of the market's most important small-cap stories.Follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and updates, and follow AGORACOM on our podcast for in-depth company interviews and market insights.

On August 12th, AGORACOM made history with our first-ever Real World Asset (RWA) Tokenized Financing Webcast, hosted in partnership with BlockRidge, our Dubai-based RWA global partners — and joined by 200+ small cap executives.The response was incredible. The Q&A ran longer than the webcast itself, proving just how much interest and excitement there is around tokenized financing.If you missed it, or want to share it with your team, this is the full replay video on demand. What You'll Learn in This Replay: How RWA tokenization is rewriting the rules of small cap financing Why issuers can finally escape predatory financing models How global blockchain infrastructure opens doors to investors worldwide Insights from active financing discussions already totaling $350M+ The Paradigm Shift Has Begun:SEC launches Project Crypto – opening the door to tokenized markets,Nasdaq proposes tokenized securities trading by Q3 2026, If you're a small cap company looking to raise $20M+ against real world assets ready for commercialization, this webcast is a must-watch. Watch the full replay now and see how tokenization is transforming capital raising for small caps.#Tokenization #SmallCap #AGORACOM #Webcast #Blockchain #RWA

HPQ Silicon Inc. (TSX-V: HPQ / OTCQB: HPQFF)HPQ Silicon welcomed Canada's 2025 Federal Budget, which commits $141 billion toward productivity, clean manufacturing, and energy transition — priorities that align directly with HPQ's three innovation pillars: Fumed Silica, ENDURA+ Batteries, and METAGENE™ Hydrogen. CEO Bernard Tourillon applauded the federal focus on domestic industrial capacity, reinforcing HPQ's mission to build world-class clean-tech solutions in Canada.LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR / OTCQB: LFLRF)LaFleur Minerals advanced confirmation drilling at its Swanson Gold Deposit to support the restart of the Beacon Gold Mill and the completion of a Preliminary Economic Assessment. With both assets 100% owned and just 60 km apart in Québec's Abitibi Belt, LaFleur is positioning itself as one of the province's next near-term gold producers as gold prices remain strong.AISIX Solutions Inc. (TSXV: AISX)AISIX Solutions announced a pilot partnership with a major Canadian insurance brokerage to deploy its AI-driven Climate Genius platform across up to 500 insured properties. The 30-day evaluation will assess real-world wildfire-risk data performance and integration potential as AISIX continues expanding its Artificial Intelligence-powered climate-risk analytics footprint.Power Metallic Mines Inc. (TSXV: PNPN) (OTCBB: PNPNF)Power Metallic Mines reported assay results from its summer drill program at the Nisk Project, highlighted by 5.35 metres grading 11.97% Cu (16.35% CuEqRec) in hole PML-25-022 from the Lion Zone. Infill drilling defined mineralization along high-grade shoots and outlined the zone geometry to a confidence level supporting a future mineral resource estimate to the Indicated classification. The company also announced a more than 600% increase in its land package, expanding its holdings across the James Bay region. Freegold Ventures Ltd. (TSX: FVL) (OTCQX: FGOVF)Freegold Ventures reported 3.63 g/t Au over 45.4m within 277.1m grading 1.24 g/t Au in hole GS2523 at the Golden Summit Project near Fairbanks, Alaska. Additional results included 1.16 g/t Au over 44.7m (GS2509), 3.30 g/t Au over 18.3m (GS2511), and 1.44 g/t Au over 36.6m (GS2514). The ongoing 2025 program—49 holes totaling 31,754m—continues to expand the Dolphin and WOW Zones and advance work toward a Pre-Feasibility Study.

HPQ Silicon Inc. (TSX-V: HPQ / OTCQB: HPQFF)HPQ Silicon received its first industrial shipments of ENDURA+ lithium-ion battery cells, marking a key milestone toward commercial validation. The pre-commercial units will be distributed to selected testers across the mobility, energy-storage, and defense sectors as part of field-evaluation programs supporting HPQ's goal of building a North American supply chain for advanced battery materials.AISIX Solutions Inc. (TSXV: AISX)AISIX Solutions signed an MOU with a leading Canadian insurance brokerage to pilot its Climate Genius wildfire-risk intelligence platform across up to 500 insured properties. The 30-day evaluation will assess data quality, operational utility, and integration potential as AISIX continues positioning its Artificial Intelligence technology at the forefront of climate-risk analytics.ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU / OTCQB: ESAUF)ESGold confirmed its final processing methodology at the Montauban Gold-Silver Project in Quebec, validating the rail-tailings feedstock approach and signaling that construction is nearing completion. With metallurgical testing complete and project development advancing ahead of schedule, ESGold is now transitioning toward production readiness.Gold X2 Mining Inc. (TSXV: AUXX / OTCQB: GSHRF)Gold X2 reported strong grade-control drill results from its Moss Main Zone, highlighted by 69.65 metres grading 1.63 g/t gold and 10 metres at 7.09 g/t gold. The intercepts confirm continuity across high-grade shear corridors and strengthen the company's pathway toward a mineral-resource estimate and future feasibility study.Argenta Silver Corp. (TSXV: AGAG / OTCQB: AGAGF)Argenta Silver announced high-grade assay results from its El Quevar Project in Argentina, including 263 g/t silver over 35 metres and 425 g/t silver over 6 metres. The results confirm continuity at the Yaxtché Deposit, reveal a new mineralized trend, and position Argenta for a fully funded next phase of drilling in one of South America's most prospective silver districts.

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.Banyan Gold (TSXV: BYN | OTCQB: BYAGF) — Yukon drill momentum + fourth rig Banyan hit multiple near-surface gold intercepts at the AurMac Project's Powerline deposit, including 1.90 g/t Au over 17.3m and 2.69 g/t Au over 11.8m (with peaks up to 33.0 g/t and 29.3 g/t). Backed by a $31.4M strategic investment, the program is upsized to 40,000m with a fourth drill rig now turning. Management says the high-grade zones are open in all directions, supporting growth and potential conversion of ounces to higher confidence categories.ATEX Resources — Record copper-gold hit kicks off Phase VI in Chile ATEX's first Phase VI hole at Valeriano delivered its best intercept to date: 164m @ 2.72% CuEq, including 40m @ 4.73% CuEq, within a broader 528m @ 1.32% CuEq. Six rigs are active in a ~25,000m program targeting B2B Zone expansion and new B2B-style discoveries. Some assays remain pending, but results suggest potential grade upgrades and a starter operation concept.GreenLight Metals (TSXV: GRL) — High-grade copper-gold in Wisconsin + winter drill next GreenLight reported a standout 22.24m @ 3.02 g/t Au & 2.03% Cu (5.27% CuEq) at the Bend VMS deposit, with visible gold at 290m. Phase 1 (six holes, 2,037m) wrapped on schedule on private mineral lands, and a 5,000–6,000m winter program is planned. Hole B25-006 assays are pending. The company also engaged Bunt Capital for investor relations to broaden market outreach.Amex Exploration (TSXV: AMX | OTCQX: AMXEF) — Record grade supports feasibility work at Perron A geomechanical program in the Champagne Zone returned the property's highest-ever grade: 1,106.50 g/t Au over 0.50m, within 213.11 g/t over 3.75m and 25.19 g/t over 32.80m. While designed for mine-design data (not grade hunting), results reinforce strong continuity as Amex advances a Phase 1 Feasibility Study and evaluates toll milling to speed time-to-first-ore.Cartier Resources (TSXV: ECR; FSE: 6CA) — Shallow high-grade expands at Cadillac's NCZ Cartier's latest batch from the North Contact Zone includes 11.0 g/t Au over 9.0m with 30.2 g/t over 2.5m, plus additional hits up to 27.1 g/t over 1.0m. Mineralization now spans ~400m strike by ~300m depth, open in all directions, near surface (thin overburden) and ~250m from road access—supporting scenarios for efficient, near-term development within a fully funded 100,000m program.Like this fast, facts-first small-cap roundup?Follow AGORACOM for more breaking small-cap news and real-time updates.And don't miss a beat—subscribe to the AGORACOM podcast for quick hit interviews and market movers!