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Ascent Resources PLC (LSE:AST) has achieved a favorable ruling in its arbitration case against former Slovenian joint venture partner Geoenergo d.o.o. The tribunal awarded Ascent Slovenia Limited nearly €5 million plus accrued interest for unpaid revenues. However, the actual recovery of these funds hinges on the outcome of Geoenergo’s ongoing administration process, which may affect the total amount receivable.

In parallel, Ascent has been invited to mediation with Geoenergo’s administrator to address jurisdictional issues, while continuing legal disputes with Petrol Geo d.o.o. are expected to advance in the near term.

About Ascent Resources PLC

Ascent Resources is an energy company specializing in oil and gas exploration and production. It focuses on leveraging joint ventures and partnerships to develop and manage hydrocarbon assets efficiently, with a strategic presence in Central and Eastern Europe.

Blackbird PLC (LSE:BIRD) has launched a fundraising round targeting approximately £2 million through a mix of placing, subscription, and retail offers. The capital raised will be dedicated to advancing and speeding up the market rollout of elevate.io, its browser-based content creation platform. This funding supports elevate.io’s expansion within the rapidly growing Creator Economy, projected to double in value by 2027, and aims to solidify its position as an innovative video editing solution.

Since launch, elevate.io has demonstrated promising growth, with rising paid user numbers and lower customer acquisition costs, indicating strong momentum toward achieving product-market fit.

About Blackbird PLC

Blackbird PLC is a technology company specializing in cloud-based video editing software. Its flagship product, Blackbird®, is a leading cloud video editing platform, while elevate.io offers online collaborative video editing and content creation capabilities. The company focuses on serving the Creator Economy and corporate clients, delivering cutting-edge tools to simplify and enhance video production workflows. Despite current profitability and cash flow challenges, Blackbird’s solid equity base and strategic growth initiatives position it well for future expansion.

Peel Hunt Limited (LSE:PEEL) has reported a robust start to its financial year, driven by growth in its Institutional and Execution Services divisions alongside solid contributions from M&A activity. The firm continues to build an active pipeline of mergers and acquisitions, underpinning its strategic growth plans. To support its global ambitions, Peel Hunt has opened a new office in Abu Dhabi, aiming to broaden its reach to international investors and enhance support for UK-based companies.

Despite encouraging revenue growth and strategic expansions, Peel Hunt faces a mixed outlook due to ongoing profitability challenges, bearish technical signals, and valuation pressures. Positive corporate developments provide some balance, but investor sentiment remains cautious.

About Peel Hunt Limited

Peel Hunt is a leading UK investment bank focused on mid-cap and growth companies. It delivers a comprehensive suite of services including equity and private capital markets, M&A advisory, debt financing, investor relations, and corporate broking. Supported by strong research capabilities and an execution services hub, Peel Hunt plays a vital role in providing liquidity to UK capital markets. The company is listed on AIM and operates offices in London, New York, and Copenhagen.

Alien Metals Limited (LSE:UFO) has revealed a promising new exploration target at its Hancock Iron Ore Project, estimating up to 27 million tonnes of high-quality iron ore grading 62% Fe. This target, supported by recent geological mapping and sampling efforts, significantly enhances the project’s value amid strong global demand for premium-grade iron ore.

In addition, Alien Metals has secured an Access Agreement with BHP, enabling further exploration and development activities across its tenements. These strategic moves reinforce Alien Metals’ position in the competitive Pilbara region, a key hub for iron ore production.

About Alien Metals Limited

Alien Metals is a minerals exploration and development company specializing in high-grade iron ore assets. With a primary focus on the Pilbara region of Western Australia, the company aims to advance its portfolio of iron ore projects to capitalize on the sustained global appetite for quality iron ore.

Helium One Global Limited (LSE:HE1) has appointed Nishant Dighe as a non-Executive Director, bringing a wealth of engineering and commercial expertise to the board. This addition is part of the company’s strategic push to enhance leadership capacity as it advances its helium exploration and development initiatives in Tanzania and Colorado, USA.

Dighe’s experience is expected to support Helium One’s efforts in transitioning key projects, such as the Rukwa development, toward commercial viability. The appointment signals the company’s commitment to strengthening its governance and technical oversight amid broader ambitions to become a key supplier in the increasingly constrained global helium market.

About Helium One Global Limited

Helium One Global is an AIM-listed exploration company focused on unlocking helium resources critical to global industries such as healthcare, technology, and aerospace. With operations spanning East Africa and North America, including a 50% stake in the Galactica-Pegasus project in Colorado, the company’s portfolio is strategically positioned to address growing supply shortages. Despite financial headwinds and early-stage revenue challenges, Helium One continues to progress its flagship Rukwa project through appraisal and development phases.

Cel AI Plc (LSE:CLAI) has expanded its footprint in the decentralized artificial intelligence landscape by acquiring a dedicated subnet on the Bittensor network. This strategic move enables the company to integrate its AI agent technology into a decentralized framework, enhancing its core offering of personalized beauty recommendations through improved real-time indexing and AI-generated content.

The newly acquired subnet will also allow Cel AI to earn TAO rewards, which can be converted into Bitcoin—strengthening the company’s treasury and operational flexibility. By entering the decentralized AI sector, Cel AI aims to capture value through emissions and agent-driven services, positioning itself at the intersection of blockchain and consumer AI applications.

About Cel AI Plc

Formerly known as Cellular Goods Plc, Cel AI operates in the AI sector with a focus on deploying smart agents across decentralized networks. The company offers AI-powered beauty recommendation tools and is exploring blockchain integration to broaden its technological capabilities and market reach. While facing ongoing financial challenges, Cel AI is pursuing innovation-driven growth through strategic adoption of Web3 technologies.

Vinanz Limited (LSE:BTC) has officially rebranded as London BTC Company Limited, effective July 3, 2025. Despite the name change, the company will retain its existing ticker symbol ‘BTC’ on the London Stock Exchange. The new name aligns more closely with its strategic focus on Bitcoin investment and operations, signaling a stronger commitment to regulated Bitcoin exposure and expanding its profile in North American mining operations.

This rebranding underscores the company’s intention to solidify its identity within the digital asset space while reinforcing its presence on a globally respected exchange.

About London BTC Company Limited

Formerly known as Vinanz Limited, London BTC Company is a publicly traded Bitcoin treasury and mining business. Listed on both the London Stock Exchange and the US OTCQB, the company is focused on acquiring and holding Bitcoin as part of its treasury strategy. It also operates Bitcoin mining facilities across the U.S. and Canada, aiming to offer investors a transparent and regulated pathway to participate in the Bitcoin ecosystem.

Quartix Technologies plc (LSE:QTX) has released estimated results for the first half of 2025, reporting significant year-over-year growth in revenue, EBITDA, and free cash flow. A key highlight was a 31% surge in Annualised Recurring Revenue (ARR), underpinned by strong customer acquisition and improved net revenue retention. This momentum reflects the expanding appeal of Quartix’s subscription-based telematics offerings.

In a move to streamline operations, the company has initiated a strategic reorganisation focused on merging its software teams and lowering overhead costs. This restructuring is expected to boost operational efficiency and position Quartix for sustained long-term growth. Confident in its outlook, the company plans to declare a higher interim dividend and remains on track to meet full-year market expectations.

About Quartix Technologies plc

Quartix is a leading provider of telematics and vehicle tracking solutions offered through a subscription model. Its cloud-based platform helps businesses improve fleet management, monitor driver behavior, and optimize operational performance. With a focus on reliability and scalability, Quartix serves a wide customer base across the UK, Europe, and the United States.

Cybersecurity specialist Intercede (LSE:IGP) has secured approximately $1.5 million in new contracts and renewals, extending its growth momentum into fiscal year 2026. The deals include key agreements with multiple U.S. Federal Government agencies and a major U.S.-based defense and aerospace firm, reinforcing Intercede’s position as a trusted cybersecurity provider in the American federal and defense sectors.

These wins align with the company’s strategy to expand its global sales pipeline and strengthen its market share in identity-focused cybersecurity solutions. Intercede’s continued contract momentum, combined with disciplined financial management and revenue growth, supports its positive market outlook, even as the stock trades at a fair valuation without a dividend.

About Intercede

Intercede is a UK-based cybersecurity firm specializing in digital identity and credential management. Its product suite includes solutions for secure registration, identity verification, password protection, FIDO authentication, PKI, and one-time passwords. The company also offers custom software development, professional services, and maintains the world’s largest password breach database. For over two decades, Intercede has served clients in critical industries such as government, aerospace, defense, healthcare, financial services, and telecoms—delivering robust protection for sensitive systems and data.

Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group PLC (LSE:PR1) has successfully completed its acquisition of Halfspace Limited, a specialist in sports data and marketing. The deal is set to accelerate Pri0r1ty’s expansion into the sports and entertainment sectors by enabling broader deployment of its AI technologies and unlocking new cross-selling opportunities. As part of the acquisition, Halfspace CEO Rory Maxwell has joined Pri0r1ty’s board as an executive director and has been appointed Chief Operating Officer.

The company has also applied for the admission of new shares to the London Stock Exchange, which will increase its total issued capital. This strategic acquisition and leadership expansion are expected to significantly enhance Pri0r1ty’s growth prospects and value for shareholders.

About Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group PLC

Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group is a London-listed AI-driven company focused on providing scalable, affordable business solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises. Its AI SaaS platform automates key functions such as social media engagement, investor communications, and corporate governance, helping SMEs streamline operations and grow more efficiently.