Austin, TX: Austin Business Journal has been on a mission to honor businesses that form the financial backbone of Central Texas. Through the annual Family Business Awards, the organizers also shine a light on those prioritizing clients and keeping up with changes in their respective industries. In 2023, The Steam Team, a restoration contractor, was among the ten companies honored for their efficiency and contributions to their respective markets. Other notable winners in other categories include Matt’s El Rancho and the Original Blacks Barbecue. “We were honored to be included in the family business awards with businesses like Matt’s El Rancho and Original Blacks Barbecue of Austin,” said David Marquardt. In addition to making a huge contribution to the Texas economic growth, The Stea...

(via TheNewswire) Vancouver, B.C. – TheNewswire – Herbal Dispatch Inc. (CSE: HERB) (“Herbal Dispatch” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the launch of Happy Hour, the newest addition to Herbal Dispatch’s expanding range of consumer-forward cannabis products. The Happy Hour lineup offers consumers a blend of affordability and accessibility with a high potency-to-price ratio across a wide range of product formats, including flower, pre-rolls, vapes, concentrates and edibles. Happy Hour’s marketing will target a wide audience, offering an enticing combination of approachable pricing and potency. Designed to appeal to both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers alike, Happy Hour promises a satisfying experience for all. “We are excited to unveil Happy Hour as part of our commitment ...

(via TheNewswire) TORONTO, ONTARIO (April 10, 2024) – LAURION Mineral Exploration Inc. (TSX.V: LME and OTCPINK: LMEFF) (“LAURION” or the “Corporation”) today announced that it is proposing to complete a flow-through private placement on a non-brokered basis (the “Private Placement“). The Corporation intends to raise up to approximately $1.7 million in gross proceeds by issuing up to approximately 3,777,778 flow-through shares (the “FT Shares“) at a price of $0.45 per FT Share. Each FT Share will be a common share of the Corporation issued as a “flow-through share” (as defined in subsection 66(15) of the Income Tax Act (Canada) (the “Tax Act“)). The gross proceeds will be used for “Canadian exploration expenses” (within the meaning of the Tax Act), which will qualify, once renounce...

–News Direct– Source: Pixabay Copper prices have reached new highs, driven by booming demand and supply constraints. The surge in demand can be attributed to several factors, including the rapid growth of the electric vehicle (EV) market. EVs require significantly more copper than traditional vehicles, and with countries like China and India leading the charge in EV adoption, the demand for copper has skyrocketed. The International Energy Agency predicts that worldwide copper demand could increase by 30% to 60% by 2040 compared to 2022 levels. US infrastructure projects, led by the Biden administration, have also boosted copper demand. Supply constraints from labor disputes, regulations, and COVID-19 disruptions, along with a shift to renewable energy, have tightened the market, affectin...

–News Direct– By Faith Ashmore, Benzinga Unfortunately, an increase in early-onset pancreatic cancer has garnered significant media attention lately. From 2010-2019, gastrointestinal cancer rates jumped almost 15% for people under 50, alarming doctors around the globe. With only a 12% five-year survival rate, pancreatic cancer is anticipated to become the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. by 2030. It is projected that 64,440 Americans will receive a pancreatic cancer diagnosis in 2024. In 2022, the global market for pancreatic cancer was valued at $2.22 billion, and it is projected to reach approximately $7.91 billion by 2032. This highlights a crucial need for more therapeutic options for pancreatic cancer. Oncotelic Therapeutics (OTCQB: OTLC), a therapeutics com...

–News Direct– By Austin DeNoce, Benzinga The rapidly growing marketplace of cryptocurrency lending offers investors and borrowers a multitude of opportunities to leverage their digital assets to earn interest or access loans collateralized by their crypto holdings. However, with the market's expansion comes a need for diligence in selecting platforms that not only promise high returns but also prioritize the safety and security of the platform. Amid this backdrop, platforms like Ledn, Binance, Aave, Compound and Crypto.com are leading the charge, each offering unique benefits and features tailored to the diverse needs of the crypto community. Ledn Leading the pack is Ledn, a centralized platform renowned for its robust approach to security, risk management and transparency. Ledn...

–News Direct– By Simon Frasier Although meme coins on Base have become one of the main trends of 2024, it is worth understanding that the Coinbase's DeFi venture BASE is introducing mandatory Know Your Customer (KYC) identity verification to comply with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations. Meanwhile, Octoblock (OCTO) is positioning itself as a leader to change its users view of DeFi with its innovative technology, offering a unique and comprehensive platform that not only promises financial intelligence but also fosters community engagement and social responsibility. Coinbase's Base blockchain Base is an Ethereum layer 2 solution that runs on Optimism and uses the open-source OP Stack for its infrastructure. The project is currently being developed within Coinbase b...

–News Direct– By Faith Ashmore, Benzinga Millions of Americans are living on the periphery of society. More than 1 in 10 Americans have no checking or savings account or, in other words, are unbanked. In 2023, 13% of Americans were defined as underbanked, meaning that they had some type of bank account but regularly used alternative financial services. Unsurprisingly, this phenomenon is affecting young people disproportionately with over half of the underbanked being millennials. For a generation that is constantly in the headlines for not being able to afford houses, struggling in the job market and generally fighting to make ends meet, this is a huge area of concern and an opportunity for some companies. Being unbanked or underbanked presents major challenges for individuals, as it li...

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(via TheNewswire) Rouyn Noranda, Q.C., March 26, 2024 – TheNewswire – Granada Gold Mine Inc. (TSXV: GGM) (OTC: GBBFF) (Frankfurt: B6D) (the “Company” or “Granada”) is pleased to announce the development of a high-grade flow sheet for the ore at its Granada property. Leveraging this advancement, the company is currently sourcing the main processing equipment designed to operate at 10 grams per tonne (gpt) gold or higher, with a targeted capacity of 550 tonnes per day. The plant is of modular design and can be increased in increments of 550 tonnes per day capacity. Historically, Granada’s vein 1 was mined from underground at an impressive grade of 9-10 gpt gold. With this new flow sheet and equipment, Granada Gold Mine is positioned to become a low-cost producer of gold on the pr...