–News Direct– Volta Metals Ltd (CSE:VLTA) President and CEO Kerem Usenmez speaks to Thomas Warner from Proactive London after the Canadian lithium explorer announced the discovery of new lithium-bearing pegmatite at its Falcon West Lithium Project in Ontario. Usenmez explains that the discovery of lithium-bearing pegmatite is the third in around a month at Falcon West and that findings indicate high-grade, evolved pegmatites with potential for expansion. The company plans to commence drilling in November and is anticipating some lab results from channel samples very shortly. He goes on to reveal more about Volta's short-term plans for the work at Falcon West, before going on to highlight the more than 240 square kilometres of land in two emerging lithium belts in Northwestern Onta...

–News Direct– Tiziana Life Sciences Ltd (NASDAQ:TLSA) chief medical officer and chief operating officer Matthew Davis speaks to Thomas Warner from Proactive after the clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company announced an update on the company's progress in treating non-active secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). The latest six-month PET scan data reveals improvements in five out of six patients, echoing the positive results from the three-month scans. This breakthrough aligns with the drug's hypothesis, as published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science, which suggests the drug works by stabilising the brain's innate immunity. From a business perspective, Davis suggests the findings are significant. In the US, there's no FDA-approv...

–News Direct– Allied Gold Corp (TSX:AAUC) Chief Financial Officer Jason LeBlanc speaks to Thomas Warner from Proactive about the future of a business that describes itself as Africa's fastest-growing gold producer. LeBlanc explains that Allied Gold Corp is a newly public entity, having recently listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange. The company boasts a current production of 375,000 ounces of gold, with a market cap of around $1 billion. Leblanc highlights the company's ambitious growth plans, aiming to double its production to 800,000 ounces by 2029. By 2026, they anticipate a production increase to over 600,000 ounces, with projects spanning both West and East Africa. A recent financing of $267 million will be instrumental in achieving these growth targets. He explains th...

–News Direct– IQGeo Group PLC (AIM:IQG) chief executive Richard Petti and chief financial officer Haywood Chapman speak to Thomas Warner from Proactive after releasing the software developer's half-year report for the six months to 30 June 2023. Petti starts by addressing the Group's acquisition of fewer new clients compared to previous years, highlighting that the company's revenues surged by 123% to over 20mln, with 83% of that increase attributed to organic growth. Petti highlighted the success of their "land and expand" strategy, emphasising long-term relationships and continuous upselling to existing customers. Chapman confirms the successful integration of recent acquisition Comsof NV, which has enabled them to secure a significant contract wi...

–News Direct– Annamite Resources CEO Didier Fohlen speaks to Thomas Warner from Proactive London about the work the junior explorer has been doing in Laos since being founded in 2019 Fohlen explains the reason for the focus on Laos, describing it as significantly under-explored, with only 10% of the country having been "properly assessed" by major players like Newmont and Oxiana. The company's name references a mountain range in Laos, highlighting its commitment to the region. Fohlen emphasises the company's successful low-cost operations in Laos and the discovery of some promising projects. Their primary focus is on the Loei Fold Belt in the region, where they've identified a potential copper, gold, zinc, and molybdenum project named "Sokde...

–News Direct– Southern Cross Britannia Founder, President, Director and CEO Christian Mbius visits the Proactive London studio to speak with Thomas Warner about the mineral exploration company's mission and projects. Founded to capitalise on the shift towards renewable energy and electric mobility, the company has honed in on Argentina, a region that Mbius describes as underexplored and with vast potential for discovering metals crucial for the energy transition, such as copper and lithium. Currently, the company has a portfolio of eight projects, all Argentina-based, with a primary focus on their flagship Hombre Muerto South lithium brine project in the country's most prolific lithium basin. Mbius says the project stands out due to its high lithium concentrations and prof...

–News Direct– Mont Royal Resources Ltd (ASX:MRZ) Executive Director Peter Ruse speaks to Thomas Warner from Proactive about the company's exploration activities in the James Bay area of Quebec, Canada. Since their initial acquisition in the region in 2019, they have expanded their focus from copper and gold to include lithium exploration, in response to significant global discoveries in the area. This year, Mont Royal completed two programs at their Northern Lights properties. They also finished their first lithium prospection program at the Wapatik Project. The company is eagerly awaiting lab results from their recent work, which will determine their next steps. Despite the challenges of winter exploration, Ruse mentions potential drilling activities in the colder months. &#3...

–News Direct– The metaverse is ablaze with excitement and innovation, and standing tall at the forefront of this digital revolution is none other than MT Tower. MT Tower is poised to transform the influencer and social media landscape into a vibrant and immersive wonderland. With a commitment to cutting-edge innovation, MT Tower aims to deliver an unparalleled experience that captivates and delights. A New Era of Engagement MT Tower, or Meta Tower, isn't just any run-of-the-mill metaverse platform; it's a lifestyle and gaming sensation. At its core, it's all about redefining how influencers connect with their audiences and how social media comes to life in this immersive digital universe. Authenticity Unleashed MT Tower's unique feature that sets it apart f...

–News Direct– SSV Capital Non-Executive Director David Lewis visits the Proactive London studio to speak with Thomas Warner about the emerging company's core mission and pillars. SSV Capital is a portfolio company with an underlying ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) focus that emphasises the intertwined importance of people, planet, and prosperity. The firm operates on three main pillars: a FinTech initiative named SmartPay, a commercial property division focusing on eco-friendly solutions, and a fund exclusively centred on ESG investments. Lewis, who brings experience in digital transformation, highlights the company's commitment to investing in organisations with similar ESG goals. He expresses excitement about SmartPay's upcoming soft launch, which uti...

–News Direct– Faron Pharmaceuticals Limited (AIM:FARN, OTC:FPHAF) chief executive Dr Markku Jalkanen speaks to Thomas Warner from Proactive London after the clinical stage biopharmaceutical company revealed fresh data from the company's ongoing phase I/II trial. Its BEXMAB study is evaluating the efficacy of bexmarilimab in treating acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) and myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). Jalkanen explains that the results show that bexmarilimab achieved a 50% remission rate among 22 patients who had relapsed or were refractory to standard treatments, including hypomethylating agents (HMAs). Of the 22 patients, eight achieved complete remission, indicating that their symptoms were entirely eradicated or significantly reduced. Looking forward, he says the results &#34...