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RSS Feed for InvestorBrandNetwork (IBN)May 15, 2026 — Europe’s startup ecosystem is increasingly being shaped by AI, with new figures showing that AI-focused companies accounted for a substantial share of venture investment across the region in 2026. According to Crunchbase data, close to half of all venture capital deployed in Europe so far this year has flowed into businesses connected to artificial intelligence.
May 15, 2026 — The release of the long-awaited CLARITY Act has intensified debate in Washington over how the U. S.
May 15, 2026 — On Wednesday, shares of Ford Motor jumped 13%, a stock movement that was its best daily performance in nearly half a decade. This jump came as the company announced that it was venturing into energy storage as a way to utilize the factory space that had previously been allocated to making EV batteries.
May 15, 2026 — China’s electric vehicle industry is now facing growing pressure from Western countries, especially Europe and the United States. Many analysts are comparing this situation to what happened to Japan’s car industry in the 1980s, when American leaders restricted Japanese car exports to protect local automakers.
May 15, 2026 — Annovis Bio (NYSE: ANVS) reported first-quarter 2026 business and financial results, highlighting continued advancement of its clinical-stage neurodegenerative disease programs, including 85% enrollment in its pivotal Phase 3 Alzheimer’s disease trial and closure of enrollment to new participants after reaching sufficient screening levels to meet enrollment goals. The company also reported progress in its Parkinson’s disease open-label extension study, which has reached 40% enrollment, alongside new biomarker initiatives and AI-powered digital monitoring, as Annovis continues advancing buntanetap toward potential regulatory submission.
May 15, 2026 — After over a decade of actively avoiding the growing battery electric vehicle sector, Japan is finally making forays into BEV production to deal with the threat posed by China’s behemoth EV industry. Toyota was one of the very first automakers to produce an alternative energy vehicle, the Prius, but the Japanese automaker stuck with the infamous hybrid over fully electric cars while other automakers were investing billions of dollars into BEV production.
May 15, 2026 — Scientists have introduced a newly engineered catalyst that may significantly reduce the cost of hydrogen production, improving the practicality of renewable energy storage systems. Hydrogen is widely regarded as a clean energy source because it can store renewable electricity and generates no carbon emissions when used.
May 15, 2026 — Seasonal influenza often spreads rapidly, and timely data can help policymakers and the health care system make the right decisions on matters like resource planning. A new study conducted in Japan suggests that monitoring wastewater could be a helpful way of learning in advance how influenza outbreaks are likely to manifest a week before data on patients affected flag outbreak trends.
May 15, 2026 — NanoViricides, Inc. (NYSE American: NNVC) announced the filing of its quarterly report for the period ended March 31, 2026, highlighting continued advancement of its broad-spectrum antiviral candidate NV-387 toward Phase II clinical development for MPox in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where regulatory approval for the trial has already been obtained.
May 15, 2026 — SOLOWIN HOLDINGS (NASDAQ: AXG) announced that its AX Coin stablecoin subsidiary has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with INFINIOS to develop regulated wallet infrastructure and digital payment solutions aimed at accelerating stablecoin adoption across the Gulf region. The collaboration is expected to integrate AX Coin into INFINIOS’ payments infrastructure, enabling compliant custodial and non-custodial wallet solutions, multi-currency virtual accounts, fiat on/off ramps, and real-time cross-border settlement capabilities for institutional clients.
May 15, 2026 — NanoViricides, Inc. (NYSE American: NNVC) announced a securities purchase agreement with a single institutional investor for a registered direct offering expected to generate approximately $2 million in gross proceeds through the sale of 1,333,334 common shares, or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof, along with accompanying warrants to purchase an equal number of common shares.
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May 15, 2026 — LIXTE Biotechnology Holdings (NASDAQ: LIXT), announced the filing of its first-quarter 2026 Form 10-Q, highlighting continued advancement of its lead oncology candidate, LB-100, including expansion of its ovarian cancer trial following favorable safety findings in combination with immunotherapy. The company also cited continued growth at its recently acquired Liora Technologies Europe subsidiary as it pursues broader strategic expansion to strengthen its oncology pipeline and treatment development capabilities.
May 15, 2026 — Nutriband (NASDAQ: NTRB) announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Active Intelligence, will participate in the June 2026 ECRM conference, where it plans to showcase its expanding portfolio of wellness, recovery and performance-focused consumer products to buyers from major retail, pharmacy and healthcare organizations. The company will feature its existing AI Tape line and introduce new products including AI Performance Tape, AI Energy Patches and AI Sleep as it seeks to expand retail partnerships and distribution opportunities.
May 15, 2026 — Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI) reported fiscal second-quarter 2026 results, highlighting strategic actions to strengthen its balance sheet and expand its Solana-focused treasury strategy, including a $40 million institutional debt facility with Galaxy Digital, a $27. 4 million share repurchase that reduced basic shares outstanding by 7.
May 15, 2026 — This article has been disseminated on behalf of MAX Power Mining and may include paid advertising. MAX Power Mining (CSE: MAXX; OTC: MAXXF; FRANKFURT: 89N) announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding with the City of Moose Jaw to jointly explore strategic opportunities related to natural hydrogen commercialization within the Regina-Moose Jaw Industrial Corridor, supporting advancement of the company’s Lawson Natural Hydrogen project toward commercial validation.
May 15, 2026 — Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ: LTRN) announced the closing of its previously announced registered direct offering, raising approximately $4. 4 million in gross proceeds through the sale of 2,135,923 shares of common stock, or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof, at $2.
May 15, 2026 — Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT) reported first-quarter 2026 revenue of $3. 4 million, a 443% increase from $0.
May 15, 2026 — Beeline Holdings (NASDAQ: BLNE) reported first-quarter 2026 net revenue of $2. 7 million, more than doubling from the prior-year period, driven by loan originations of $85.
May 15, 2026 — Globavend Holdings (NASDAQ: GVH) announced a definitive agreement to acquire a 70% equity interest in Loomi Entertainment Group for a nominal consideration of $70, marking the company’s planned expansion beyond e-commerce logistics into digital entertainment. Through the proposed acquisition, Globavend would gain access to Loomi’s Southeast Asia-focused short drama platform and AI-powered content creation capabilities, supporting its strategy to diversify into high-growth digital media and entertainment markets.