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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.

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