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Miivo AI launches AI-powered customer insights tool for Small and medium business
3w ago00:04:16Tap to summarizeMiivo AI CEO Alex Damouni joined Steve Darling from Proactive to discuss the launch of the company's new Customer Insights platform, a standalone AI-powered tool that helps small and mid-sized businesses monitor customer sentiment and manage their online reputation across Google Reviews, Instagram, and Reddit. Damouni said the self-serve platform is designed to reduce the time businesses spend tracking and responding to customer feedback. Using artificial intelligence, the tool analyzes review trends and sentiment patterns to deliver actionable recommendations that can help improve customer experience, strengthen brand reputation, and increase customer retention. The platform also enables users to monitor reviews and online mentions in real time while generating AI-powered, on-brand draft responses, reducing the need for manual monitoring or generic replies. Customer Insights requires no onboarding or third-party software and is available as a standalone product within Miivo's growing suite of AI business solutions. The launch expands Miivo's offerings beyond operational, financial, and sales intelligence, adding customer experience and reputation management to its portfolio. Management believes online reputation remains a significant challenge for many small and mid-market businesses, and the new platform is designed to provide an affordable, easy-to-use solution. Damouni added that Miivo continues to develop AI tools focused on solving real-world business challenges, with additional products currently in testing and expected to launch over the coming months. #proactiveinvestors #miivoai #tsxv #mivo #AIForBusiness #Business #ArtificialIntelligence #CustomerExperience #ReputationManagement #CustomerInsights #SmallBusiness #BusinessIntelligence #AI #DigitalMarketing #BusinessGrowth
Transcribe →Gersan Elektrik expands global growth strategy with OTCQX market listing
3w ago00:04:54Tap to summarizeGersan Elektrik Ticaret ve Sanayi Chief Legal Officer Yahya Engin joined Steve Darling at Proactive’s OTC studio in New York City to discuss the company's admission to the OTCQX Best Market, a milestone that supports its strategy to expand its international presence and increase visibility among U.S. investors. Engin said the OTCQX listing strengthens Gersan Elektrik's global profile while providing U.S. institutional and retail investors with easier access to the company's shares under the ticker GERLF. He added that the listing also enhances confidence among contractors, engineering firms, and energy sector customers as the company grows its presence in North America and other Western markets. Gersan Elektrik manufactures a broad range of electrical infrastructure products, including busbars, LED bus systems, EV charging stations, earthing materials, and cable trays, exporting to approximately 120 countries worldwide. Management believes the company's manufacturing expertise and international footprint position it well for continued global expansion. The interview also highlighted Gersan Elektrik's decade-long relationship with SmartBolts, which has evolved into a new joint venture. Under the agreement, the partners plan to manufacture SmartBolts products in Türkiye while also collaborating to produce Gersan Elektrik products in the United States, strengthening manufacturing capabilities in both markets. Reflecting on the OTCQX listing, Engin said the achievement represents an important milestone for the company as it continues to build its international brand and expand opportunities in global infrastructure and energy markets. #proctiveinvestors #otcqx #gerlf #turkiye #industrialmanufacturing #evcharging #electricpanels #cablecarriersystems #lightingsystems #powertransmission #ElectricalInfrastructure #Energy #EVCharging #Manufacturing #GlobalExpansion #Infrastructure #BusinessGrowth
Transcribe →Altius Minerals doubles down on TNR Gold's royalty strategy as first cashflow nears
3w ago00:10:05Tap to summarizeTNR Gold Corp (TSX-V:TNR, FRA:TNW, OTC:TRRXF) executive chairman Kirill Klip joined Proactive's Stephen Gunnion to discuss key milestones across the company's royalty portfolio, from fresh institutional backing to the first signs of cash flow. Altius Minerals has increased its TNR holding to 30,935,000 shares through open market purchases — a move Klip described as further validation of the company's royalty strategy. More significantly, Ganfeng Lithium has begun production at the Mariana Lithium project in Argentina and exported its first lithium chloride, bringing TNR's first royalty payment into sight. "TNR Gold will graduate from project generation royalty company to hopefully royalty generation cash flow company," Klip said. On Los Azules, Klip highlighted improving copper project economics, progress towards a final investment decision and reported interest from Rio Tinto in increasing its exposure, alongside the potential McEwen Copper IPO as a catalyst to watch. The interview also covered the Shotgun Gold Project in Alaska, where TNR is pursuing a joint venture strategy with major miners while keeping its own capital expenditure minimal and generating data for potential partners. For more interviews with mining and resource company executives, visit the Proactive YouTube channel. Don't forget to like this video, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications so you never miss future updates. Read Proactive's Editorial Policy here: https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/pages/editorialPolicy #TNRGold #Mining #Gold #Copper #Lithium #MarianaLithium #LosAzules #GanfengLithium #AltiusMinerals #McEwenCopper #ArgentinaMining #AlaskaMining #Royalties #CriticalMinerals #ResourceInvesting
Transcribe →Pathos Communications: strong H1 debut as AI publicist Pressella takes shape
3w ago00:06:09Tap to summarizePathos Communications Plc (LSE:NEWS) founder and CEO Omar Hamdi joined Proactive's Stephen Gunnion to discuss a strong first half following the company's public listing, with double-digit growth in both revenue and EBITDA, rising cash receipts and continued AI investment. Hamdi attributed the performance to a large addressable market, expanding customer relationships and a growing range of services driving repeat business and larger engagements. He described it as "a very, very solid start to the year and start to life as a public company." The AI strategy centres on Pressella, the company's virtual publicist, which Hamdi sees delivering value in two ways: improving internal productivity and enabling generative engine optimisation, helping clients improve how they're represented by large language models like ChatGPT. Hamdi said the company is taking a measured approach, leveraging seven years of proprietary data to train the platform. "We're not in a rush. We've got to get this right," he said. Entering the second half with nearly $1 million in deferred income and around $6 million available, Pathos is actively evaluating both organic growth and acquisition opportunities. Visit the Proactive YouTube channel for more interviews with leading companies and market experts. If you enjoyed this video, please give it a like, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications so you never miss future content. Read Proactive's Editorial Policy here: https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/pages/editorialPolicy #PathosCommunications #OmarHamdi #PublicRelations #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #GenerativeAI #GenerativeEngineOptimization #GEO #ChatGPT #InvestorRelations #SmallBusiness #GrowthStocks #BusinessGrowth #LondonStockExchange #ProactiveInvestors
Transcribe →Quantum Blockchain's ASIC UltraBoost patent nears grant; licensing talks with chip makers begin
3w ago00:07:45Tap to summarizeQuantum Blockchain Technologies PLC (AIM:QBT, FRA:BYA1) CEO Francesco Gardin joined Proactive's Stephen Gunnion to discuss the company's ASIC UltraBoost technology, its expected US patent grant and the commercial opportunity ahead. Gardin said the patent process should conclude within four to six weeks of fees being paid, though the company remains cautious until the grant is officially issued. The technology targets the hardware implementation of Bitcoin's SHA-256 algorithm, an area where meaningful advances have been rare, and is estimated to reduce logic gates by 5%-8% while cutting energy consumption by 2%-5%. "According to our estimate, the saving is between 5 and 8% in terms of logic gates. In terms of energy, it's between 2 and 5%," Gardin said, adding that across large-scale mining operations the cumulative impact could be substantial. The company is already working with an ASIC manufacturer and is seeking specialist semiconductor expertise to structure licensing and royalty agreements. With the potential buyers clearly identified as ASIC chip makers, Gardin said the pathway to commercialisation is well defined. Watch the full interview to hear Francesco Gardin discuss the patent timeline, ASIC UltraBoost's potential efficiency improvements and Quantum Blockchain Technologies' commercial strategy. Visit the Proactive YouTube channel for more interviews with listed companies, and don't forget to like this video, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications so you never miss future updates. Read Proactive's Editorial Policy here: https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/pages/editorialPolicy #QuantumBlockchainTechnologies #QuantumBlockchain #FrancescoGardin #Bitcoin #BitcoinMining #ASIC #ASICUltraBoost #Semiconductors #Patent #IntellectualProperty #CryptoMining #BlockchainTechnology #EnergyEfficiency #MiningTechnology #Proactive
Transcribe →TMX VettaFi: AI, drones and cyber are reshaping defence investment themes
3w ago00:08:45Tap to summarizeTMX VettaFi head of business development EMEA & Asia Axel Belorde joined Proactive's Stephen Gunnion to discuss the technologies shaping the future of defence investing and what investors should be watching. Belorde highlighted autonomous systems, AI, battlefield management software and cybersecurity as the key themes driving defence sector evolution. He explained that autonomous technologies now extend well beyond drones to cover robotics, unmanned systems and AI-powered software that integrates multiple data sources for better operational decision-making, with lower-cost platforms delivering significant capability while reducing dependence on critical minerals and heavy manufacturing. On software, Belorde stressed its growing strategic importance. "More and more data is going to win wars. Well, guess what? If that data gets compromised, you're better off with no data than compromised data." He also highlighted the dual-use nature of many defence technologies, spanning logistics, predictive maintenance and public safety, which broadens the investment opportunity beyond traditional aerospace and defence manufacturers. For ETF investors, he suggested looking beyond established names towards data integration, cybersecurity and autonomous systems companies. Visit the Proactive YouTube channel for more interviews with leading companies and industry experts. If you enjoyed this video, please like, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications so you never miss future content. Read Proactive's Editorial Policy here: https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/pages/editorialPolicy #TMXVettaFi #Defence #DefenceInvesting #DefenceETF #ETFInvesting #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #AutonomousSystems #Drones #Cybersecurity #BattlefieldManagement #MilitaryTechnology #Robotics #DefenceTechnology #Investing #Innovation #EMEA #CapitalMarkets #SecurityTechnology #Proactive
Transcribe →Tooru CEO: repeat purchases and retail momentum driving OAF and Pulsin growth
3w ago00:03:30Tap to summarizeTooru PLC (AIM:TOO, FRA:73N) CEO Scott Livingston joined Proactive's Stephen Gunnion to discuss strong commercial momentum across the OAF and Pulsin brands, driven by repeat purchasing and expanding retail distribution. Livingston said retailers are responding to strong sales data by adding the brands to their shelves, with new listings secured across territories including Benelux alongside existing partners such as Holland & Barrett and TK Maxx. The company's "everywhere always" distribution strategy aims to make products as widely accessible as possible. "We've got a product where people are buying, they're telling others and they're buying again. And that's the secret to building a brand," he said. He also noted that consumers are paying more attention to ingredient quality and provenance, creating an opportunity for Tooru's products to stand out beyond price and taste alone. Key milestones ahead include further listings with larger grocery retailers, additional OAF and Pulsin store rollouts and continued international expansion. For more interviews with company executives and the latest market insights, visit the Proactive YouTube channel. Don't forget to like this video, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications so you never miss future content. Read Proactive's Editorial Policy here: https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/pages/editorialPolicy #TooruPLC #ScottLivingston #OAF #Pulsin #RetailGrowth #ConsumerBrands #FoodInnovation #HealthySnacks #RetailExpansion #InternationalGrowth #Tesco #Asda #HollandAndBarrett #TKMaxx #Investing #ProactiveInvestors
Transcribe →Horizon Gold's Gum Creek DFS targets first production in 2028
4w ago00:06:50Tap to summarizeHorizon Gold Ltd managing director Scott Williamson talked with Proactive about the definitive feasibility study for the company’s 100%-owned Gum Creek Gold Project in Western Australia and its planned transition from explorer to developer. The open-pit study outlines a financially robust development pathway targeting first production in the second half of 2028. Gum Creek is expected to produce an average of 98,000 ounces of gold per annum during the first five years, with total recovered production of 880,000 ounces across an initial 10-year mine life. Based on a gold price of A$5,500 per ounce, the project is forecast to generate A$1.85 billion in pre-tax free cash flow, a pre-tax net present value of A$1.31 billion and an internal rate of return of 53.1%. Pre-production capital is estimated at A$350 million, including mine development, a new processing plant, supporting infrastructure and contingency. The study estimates an all-in sustaining cost of A$2,995 per ounce and a payback period of 23 months from first production. Williamson also highlighted potential upside from a future mill expansion, underground resources and additional exploration results from areas including Kingfisher and Swan. Horizon Gold now plans to advance permitting, financing discussions, early works and long-lead development items as it moves Gum Creek closer to construction and production. Visit Proactive’s YouTube channel for more company interviews and market updates. Please give the video a like, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications for future content. #HorizonGold #GumCreek #GoldMining #GoldProject #ASXHRN #HZGLF #WesternAustralia #MiningStocks #GoldExploration #DefinitiveFeasibilityStudy #GoldProduction #MiningInvestment #ASXMining #AustralianGold #ProactiveInvestors
Transcribe →Lightning Minerals advances Warby Tungsten Project
4w ago00:05:09Tap to summarizeLightning Minerals managing director Troy Brice talked with Proactive about the completion of phase-two exploration at the company’s wholly owned Warby Tungsten Project in North Queensland. The recently completed field program collected around 90 samples from priority targets as Lightning Minerals works toward identifying potential sites for an initial drilling campaign. Brice said the program had been completed ahead of schedule and under budget, with the latest geological mapping and sampling continuing to strengthen the company’s understanding of the project. Assay results are expected around mid-August. Lightning Minerals will use those results to refine its geological model and determine where clusters of higher-grade tungsten mineralisation may be present. The company is also considering geophysical work to improve the accuracy of future drill targeting and ensure exploration capital is deployed carefully. Brice also discussed Warby’s location near the operating Mount Carbine tungsten mine and the strategic importance of establishing secure Australian supplies of tungsten. Depending on the results of the current program, initial drilling could take place late in the year or early the following year. Visit Proactive’s YouTube channel for more interviews and market updates. Please give the video a like, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications for future content. #LightningMinerals #WarbyTungsten #Tungsten #CriticalMinerals #MineralExploration #NorthQueensland #MiningNews #ASX #Drilling #AssayResults #AustralianMining #ProactiveInvestors
Transcribe →Axel REE CEO highlights low-cost path to rare earth production
4w ago00:09:27Tap to summarizeAxel REE Ltd (ASX:AXL) managing director Dr Patience Mpofu joined Proactive's Stephen Gunnion to discuss the company's Caladão rare earth project in Brazil and explain why its ionic clay deposit, suitable for in-situ recovery, could offer significant economic and environmental advantages over conventional mining. Mpofu outlined how the low-impact extraction process could reduce both capital and operating costs while shortening the path from exploration to production. She also explained why the absence of open-pit mining and tailings dams could make the project particularly attractive as demand for responsibly sourced critical minerals grows. The interview also covered encouraging metallurgical test results, with column leach tests recovering up to 560ppm total rare earth oxides, and the next steps as the company moves into field trials, advances drilling and works towards an indicated resource and a future scoping study. Mpofu also highlighted the project's exposure to high-value magnet rare earths, including terbium and dysprosium, as well as the presence of gallium, a strategically important semiconductor metal that is rarely found in ionic clay deposits. For more interviews and market insights, visit the Proactive YouTube channel. Don't forget to like this video, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications so you never miss future updates. Read Proactive's Editorial Policy here: https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/pages/editorialPolicy #AxelREE #REE #rareearths #criticalmineral #Brazil #ionicclayMining #insiturecovery #gallium #dysprosium #mininginvestor
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