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Purepoint Uranium CEO provides Dorado uranium project summer drilling update - ICYMI
Purepoint Uranium Group Inc (TSX-V:PTU, OTCQX:PTUUF, FRA:P5X0) CEO Chris Frostad talked with Proactive about why uranium exploration drilling in Saskatchewan follows distinct winter and summer seasons, and how those seasonal differences influence exploration efficiency, logistics and costs. Proactive: All right.
PTUUF BonkDAO's $20M treasury drained after attacker spends $4.4M on BONK tokens to hijack governance vote
The incident highlights the critical need for robust governance structures in DAOs to prevent exploitation through low quorum thresholds. BonkDAO's $20M treasury drained after attacker spends $4.4M on BONK tokens to hijack governance vote.
Intuit: This Valuation Doesn't Make Sense; I'm Buying
Intuit is rated a Strong Buy, with valuation reflecting excessive pessimism despite continued double-digit growth and robust financials. INTU's Q3 FY26 saw 10% revenue and EPS growth, guidance raised, and aggressive cost-cutting, including a 17% workforce reduction to pivot toward AI. Major buybacks ($3.34B YTD), a new $8B authorization, and even a dividend on top underscore management's conviction in undervaluation and financial strength.
INTU Ethereum's New ESG Data: A Turning Point for Institutional Adoption
Ethereum is attracting renewed institutional attention as staking demand strengthens and new research confirms the network's dramatically lower environmental footprint.
$5.25 million stolen in suspected Hedera network exploit as funds move to Ethereum
The Hedera exploit highlights ongoing vulnerabilities in blockchain networks, potentially undermining trust and impacting future investments. $5.25 million stolen in suspected Hedera network exploit as funds move to Ethereum.
Can BNB Chain's High-Frequency L1 Turn AI-Agent Trading Into Its Next Big Catalyst?
BNB Chain is preparing a new high-frequency Layer 1 focused on a future where AI agents execute financial operations at machine speed. The project aims to combine fast confirmation times, predictable execution and a different transaction flow model to compete for algorithmic trading activity.
Eni CEO says oil market risks breaking out of current range by early 2027
The global oil market will break out of its roughly $80-$100 range by the first quarter of 2027 at the latest, boosting inflation and reducing energy demand, if the Middle East conflict continues, Claudio Descalzi, the CEO of Italian state-controlled group Eni said.
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Sky Protocol prints record $419mln revenue – Will 2026 keep favoring it?
Will $0.06 become support or another rejection?
These 5 Chip Stocks Are Riding the AI Fab Spending Wave
Applied Materials (NASDAQ:AMAT | AMAT Price Prediction) just told the Street its semiconductor equipment business will grow more than 30% in calendar 2026, an upward revision from a prior bar of 20%.
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A tiny GLP-1 implant is the latest bet to help patients maintain their weight loss
Vivani Medical believes a tiny implant placed under the skin could help address the biggest issue with blockbuster GLP-1s: keeping patients on treatment to maintain their weight loss. The biotech company is in the early stages of developing an experimental implant of semaglutide, the active ingredient in Novo Nordisk's obesity injection Wegovy and diabetes counterpart Ozempic.
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Citigroup: Traders Are Getting Too Excited About Capital Markets Growth (Rating Downgrade)
I expect an excellent Q2 earnings report from Citigroup. However, I believe this is already priced in to the share price. Citi's overall profitability metrics don't support too large of a P/E multiple or premium to book value.
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Regular water is no longer enough. Welcome to the corporate gold rush around ‘functional hydration.
Social media and GLP-1s are spurring increased interest in hydration products, and companies are responding with things like electrolyte mixes and “hydrating hot chocolate.”
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Seaport Entertainment: Bill Ackman's Hidden Gem
Seaport Entertainment Group offers irreplaceable experiential real estate assets, including NYC's South Street Seaport and Las Vegas entertainment properties, at a deep discount. SEG's multi-revenue ecosystem strategy leverages hospitality, events, and cultural programming to drive recurring cash flow and enhance asset values. Recent asset sales, strategic leasing, and operational pivots have strengthened SEG's fortress balance sheet, with $163 million in cash and minimal debt.
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Mesoblast: The Commercial Proof Is Now Becoming The Investment Thesis
Mesoblast transitions to a commercial-stage company, anchored by FDA-approved Ryoncil and robust early revenue growth. Ryoncil's regulatory, reimbursement, and manufacturing precedents de-risk MESO's broader mesenchymal lineage platform and future label expansions. Cash burn has decreased, non-dilutive funding strengthens the balance sheet, and pipeline progress supports a platform premium valuation.
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Bonzo Lend loses $9M in oracle exploit on Hedera
An attacker inflated the value of SAUCE collateral and borrowed $9 million from Bonzo Lend through a flaw in Supra's on-chain oracle verifier.
Pushing the Edge: Super Micro Computer Reboots the AI Landscape
The artificial intelligence narrative is fracturing right before our eyes. Over the last two years, the market has focused obsessively on centralized hyperscale training.
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Goldman Sachs Says Optical Networking Is AI's Next Trillion-Dollar Opportunity. Lumentum May Be the Biggest Winner
Artificial intelligence spending is entering a new phase.
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ChatGPT predicts XRP price after Ripple's eighth 1B-token unlock of 2026
Ripple is set to unlock 1 billion XRP on August 1 as part of its monthly escrow release program, marking the company's eighth scheduled token unlock of 2026.
Firefly Aerospace: Potential Next Space Winner To Buy
Firefly Aerospace is expanding into an end-to-end space transportation provider, targeting LEO to cislunar missions with launchers, landers, and transfer vehicles. I raise my price target to $51.68, reflecting high-growth prospects, and believe FLY is undervalued; the stock remains a buy despite near-term losses. FLY's contract momentum is robust, but margin growth hinges on ramping production cadence and disciplined cost management, especially as many contracts currently lack scale.
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Bitcoin price gains nearly 10% in July, but traders still see BTC copying 2022 bear market
Bitcoin price gains approached 10% for the first two weeks of the month, but analysis warned of the bear market returning from August onward.
Eric Trump's Bitcoin Venture Loses Over $600M as Mining Strategy Crumbles
The crypto mining venture co-launched by Eric Trump, American Bitcoin Corp, is experiencing a spectacular collapse. The company's shares have nosedived over 95% from their zenith, obliterating more than $600 million in value from Eric Trump's holdings over a ten-month period.
Tom Lee predicts Ethereum will unite Wall Street and crypto
Tom Lee has reaffirmed that Ethereum will play the central role as traditional finance and cryptocurrency converge into a single market.
Blackstone accepted fewer than 1% of intern applicants. Here's the advice Jon Gray gave those who made it.
Business Insider sat in exclusively on Blackstone President Jon Gray's advice to summer interns. Gray told them that a trifecta of traits will help them get ahead at the firm.
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Pfizer: The AI Hedge That Pays You To Stay Defensive
Pfizer remains an undervalued diversification play, underperforming the benchmark but increasing 2% since prior coverage. I view PFE as a defensive holding that pays investors to maintain a cautious stance in volatile markets. PFE offers an attractive opportunity to offset AI-related risks within a broader portfolio context.
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Smart Crypto Allocation Strategy: Diversifying $1,000 Across BTC, ETH, and Promising Altcoins in 2026
A cryptocurrency expert has detailed a strategic approach for distributing $1,000 across five digital assets plus a stablecoin buffer, designed to optimize both security and upside potential in today's market environment.
Bitcoin ETFs Return to Inflows After Eight Weeks of Outflows
Spot Bitcoin ETFs garnered nearly 200 million dollars of net inflows last week, ending eight consecutive weeks of withdrawals. Bitcoin crosses the 64,000-dollar mark, driven by this renewed institutional appetite.
The “October Clock”: Why VanEck Believes Institutions Should Prepare Before Bitcoin's Next Major Move
In mid-July, Bitcoin is entering a phase where retail investor uncertainty contrasts with the patient strategy of major financial players.
Galaxy Digital Sends $160M in Bitcoin (BTC) to Exchanges Within 60 Minutes
A significant cryptocurrency movement occurred on July 10, 2026, when Galaxy Digital, a prominent digital asset financial services company, executed transfers of 2,500 Bitcoin valued at roughly $160 million to exchange wallets in less than 60 minutes.
Ethereum (ETH) vs Solana (SOL): The Ultimate 2025 Investment Comparison
Ethereum holds the position as the premier smart contract platform globally. It supports countless decentralized applications, DeFi protocols, and NFT marketplaces.
Bitcoin ETFs Break Two-Month Losing Streak with $200M Weekly Gains
Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds have broken a two-month cycle of negative flows, attracting approximately $200 million in fresh capital during the five-day trading period that concluded on July 11, 2026. This represents the first week of positive momentum for these investment vehicles since May.
