–News Direct– Gold prices just hit another all-time high this week, rising above $2,350 per ounce, driven by ongoing central bank gold buying and safe-haven inflows due to geopolitical tensions.1 In March, Chinas central bank added another 160,000 troy ounces to its reserves, marking its seventeenth consecutive month. As the Chinese yuan experiences a decline in its status as the world's second most significant reserve currency, and countries such as Japan, Russia, Turkey, and Poland express concerns about overdependence on the US dollar, a notable shift towards gold has emerged. Looking ahead, analysts remain optimistic about gold's outlook, with some predicting prices could climb even higher. According to famed economist David Rosenberg, the latest gold run is &#3...

–News Direct– By Austin DeNoce, Benzinga Urban mobility and the network of traffic management solutions underpinning it, face several challenges, ranging from traffic signal inefficiencies to safety risks. Put simply, the current roadway system is largely outdated. Amid this landscape, the infrastructure management company Iteris Inc. (NASDAQ: ITI) is bringing the American transportation system into the modern age through smarter, safer and more sustainable urban mobility solutions. The companys suite of technologies and domain expertise are helping enhance traffic flow, increase road safety and minimize carbon emissions. One of the most exciting ways Iteris is accomplishing this is through its expertise in signal performance. The Advantages Of Improving Signal Performance Optimizing tra...

–News Direct– Baron Oil PLC CEO Andy Butler joined Proactive's Stephen Gunnion with latest developments at the Chuditch-2 appraisal well location, in the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste. The company has discovered approximately 1.2 trillion cubic feet (TCF) of gas and is preparing for an appraisal well later this year. Butler said the company reached a key milestone with the completion of a site survey, which is a critical safety and environmental measure prior to drilling. The original drilling location proved unsuitable due to irregular seabed conditions, detected through high-resolution sonar imaging. An alternative site, 286 metres away, was subsequently chosen, where shallow boreholes confirmed the seabed's strength to support drilling. This new location, higher...

–News Direct– Rainbow Rare Earths Ltd (LSE:RBW, OTC:RBWRF) CEO George Bennett joins Proactive's Stephen Gunnion with latest test results from the company's collaboration with The Mosaic Company on the Uberaba project in Brazil. Bennett explained that the project is focused on extracting rare earth elements from phosphogypsum stacks, leveraging a method previously used in the company's Phalaborwa project in South Africa. Bennett highlighted the positive initial test results show potential for high recovery rates due to the similarities in the mineralogy of the phosphogypsum compared to the flagship Phalaborwa project. Rainbow Rare Earths and Mosaic signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) last year to jointly develop this opportunity, sharing costs and utilising ...

–News Direct– Ondo InsurTech PLC (LSE:ONDO) chief executive Craig Foster tells Proactive's Stephen Gunnion that the company's expansion into the US with its LeakBot technology is gaining momentum after launching operations in four states with notable insurers including Nationwide in Ohio. Following the release of a trading statement that aligns with the first broker forecasts made public, Foster said the US expansion has been met with positive feedback, reflecting high takeout and installation rates, bolstering the company's confidence in future expansions and new partnerships. The chief executive also mentioned ongoing negotiations with other US insurance firms, further highlighting the company's momentum in the U.S. Additionally, he confirmed that manufa...

Woodstock, Georgia Apr 15, 2024 (Issuewire.com) – At Willow Bath and Vanity, the team understands the importance of having a beautiful and peaceful bathroom. It is not just a place to get ready for the day, but also a sanctuary where a person can relax and unwind after a long day. That’s why the company is proud to announce that it is more than just a simple product line – we are a promise to exceed your expectations in both products and service. Are you looking to upgrade your bathroom with a modern and minimalist touch? Look no further than the new line of black vanities. These premium units are not only visually stunning, but also built to last with exceptional quality. Willow Bath and Vanity take pride in combining functionality with creative design, and their black bathroom vanities...

–News Direct– ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain planning software, is set to unveil its latest innovations in decision-centric planning at Hannover Messe. As a pioneer in adopting AI-driven solutions that enable supply chain executives to navigate uncertainty, ToolsGroup has long been on the cutting edge, enabling smarter, faster decisions that drive profit. With the release of Decision Hub, ToolsGroup now makes continuous, collaborative and asynchronous decision-making in response to supply chain volatility simple. Supply chain leaders face unprecedented and increasing supply chain disruptions. They need a more effective and efficient way to evaluate options, mitigate risks, and exploit opportunities as situations arise. Decision Hub transforms traditional supply chain decision...

–News Direct– April 18, 2024 Cure Alzheimers Fund, a nonprofit dedicated to funding the most promising research to prevent, slow or reverse Alzheimers disease, announced today that it has reached an important milestoneawarding more than $200 million in research grants to leading scientists throughout the world investigating the disease. Since its establishment in 2004, Cure Alzheimers Fund (CureAlz) has supported more than 840 innovative grants led by more than 300 scientists resulting in 1,182 published peer-reviewed papers in prominent scientific journals. Many of these projects have yielded significant breakthroughs, resulting in findings contributing to new and critical avenues for development of novel treatments. CureAlz was founded with one mission: to fund research that will accel...

–News Direct– PRCDA (Puerto Rico Convention District Authority) has officially signed on as the presenting sponsor of the Puerto Rico day at the Ballpark to be celebrated at Yankee Stadium on April 25th when Yankee starting pitcher Marcus Stroman will be honored before the game. In addition to this lead off event for 2024, there are plans to activate events in Tampa on 8/16 and Minnesota on 9/15. This program pays tribute to Puerto Rico's rich 125-year baseball history dating back to 1898, and also as a source of many notable ballplayers over the years. In the Fall of 2022, the organizers partnered with the PRCDA to honor one of those memorable players, Roberto Clemente. The teams that participated in Puerto Rico Day at the Ballpark during the 2023 season included the Texas Rang...

–News Direct– Microsofts Activision Blizzard just unveiled a landmark revenue deal for the Call of Duty League (CDL),1 creating a buzz across the entire esports landscape. The updated agreement promises a dynamic shift in the esports landscape, starting with the elimination of outstanding entry fees. This bold move not only returns previously collected fees to teams in full but also permanently removes this financial obligation, injecting much-needed capital back into the League. Teams are set to experience a significant boost in revenue streams with increased earnings from sales of in-game merchandise, including Team bundles and the highly coveted Champs bundle. Activision Blizzard is also increasing the existing event subsidy amounts for teams organizing live in-person events, such as ...