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Touchstone Exploration Inc. (LSE:TXP) has reported that £10,324,500 of the anticipated £15,375,000 from its recent private placement remains outstanding, due to Portillion Capital Asset Management Limited not fulfilling its £10 million subscription commitment. So far, the company has successfully closed £5,050,500 in proceeds by issuing 24,636,586 common shares. The remaining 50,363,414 shares originally planned will be canceled.

Touchstone is actively considering alternative financing solutions to support its 2025 capital expenditure program and to meet obligations related to a loan agreement with Republic Bank Limited. Additionally, the company intends to seek approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange for a new share issuance that could accommodate Portillion’s subscription if the funds are eventually received.

About Touchstone Exploration

Based in Calgary, Alberta, Touchstone Exploration Inc. specializes in acquiring and managing petroleum and natural gas interests, focusing on the exploration, development, production, and sale of hydrocarbons. The company’s primary operations are located onshore in Trinidad and Tobago. Touchstone’s shares are listed on both the Toronto Stock Exchange and the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol ‘TXP’.

Greatland Resources Limited (LSE:GGP) has issued new ‘roll over’ options and performance share rights to select directors and employees, replacing those cancelled as of 20 June 2025. This initiative aligns with the company’s strategic framework detailed in its May 2025 prospectus, aiming to motivate key personnel and synchronize incentives with operational milestones.

The new equity-based awards include a mix of performance rights and options, which could influence the company’s market dynamics and stakeholder interests moving forward. While Greatland’s stock performance faces headwinds due to financial constraints and valuation challenges, positive technical trends and recent corporate developments highlight potential upside. The company’s progression from exploration to production will be critical in strengthening its financial position.

About Greatland Resources

Greatland Resources Limited is a dual-listed gold and copper mining company, trading on both the Australian Stock Exchange and the AIM Market of the London Stock Exchange. Operating primarily out of Western Australia, Greatland owns the Telfer gold mine and the Havieron gold-copper development project, key assets located within the mineral-rich Paterson Province in the East Pilbara region.

Metals One PLC (LSE:MET1) has released its full-year results for 2024, showcasing notable growth and diversification within its mineral project portfolio. The company has doubled the resource estimate at its Black Schist Project in Finland and is actively deploying new capital to acquire and advance additional projects in Finland, Norway, and the United States. These efforts are concentrated on securing critical minerals vital for the ongoing global energy transition.

By expanding its holdings across key regions and commodities, Metals One aims to reinforce its strategic position in the mining sector while maintaining flexibility to capitalize on future market opportunities despite commodity price volatility.

About Metals One PLC

Metals One PLC specializes in the exploration and development of critical and precious metal resources. Its project portfolio spans Finland, Norway, and the USA, targeting metals including nickel, copper, cobalt, zinc, uranium, vanadium, gold, and platinum group elements, all crucial to emerging energy technologies and industrial applications.

Savannah Energy PLC (LSE:SAVE) has announced a postponement in the release of its audited financial statements for the fiscal year 2024. The report is now expected to be published by August 2025. As a result of the delay, trading in the company’s shares will be temporarily suspended starting 1 July 2025.

Despite the setback, Savannah emphasized that its operational and trading performance remains in line with previously communicated guidance. The company has also indicated that no additional delays to the reporting timeline are anticipated.

About Savannah Energy PLC

Savannah Energy is a UK-based independent energy firm focused on delivering high-impact energy projects across the African continent. The company specializes in oil and gas operations and infrastructure development aimed at improving regional energy access and reliability.

Vinanz Limited (LSE:BTC) has opted to strengthen its capital structure by settling its $2 million debt through a share transfer rather than expanding the liability to $4 million. In a strategic move, the company transferred shares from the personal holdings of directors David Lenigas and Jeremy Edelman to an institutional investor, avoiding additional debt and preserving financial flexibility.

This approach aligns with Vinanz’s core strategy of building a robust Bitcoin treasury. By maintaining a leaner capital structure, the company is positioning itself for future financing opportunities that support its Bitcoin acquisition and mining objectives.

About Vinanz Limited

Vinanz Limited is a London-listed digital asset firm focused on building and managing a growing reserve of Bitcoin. Operating across the UK and North America, the company combines direct Bitcoin purchases with mining operations in the U.S. and Canada. Vinanz also trades on the U.S. OTCQB, expanding its investor reach in both domestic and international markets.

Catenae Innovation Plc (LSE:CTAI) has released its financial results for 2024, reporting a reduced net loss of £128,174—an improvement over the previous year—alongside a notable increase in revenue to £131,500. The company has also raised £1.6 million since the reporting period, which it is deploying into strategic initiatives, including an equity investment in artificial intelligence firm Alludium Ltd and the establishment of a treasury holding Bitcoin and Tao.

These developments mark a shift in Catenae’s strategic direction toward emerging technologies and alternative financial assets. The company also amended its repayment arrangement with Klarian Ltd, with repayments now supporting the BTC and Tao Treasury fund. While these investments carry market volatility risks, they are intended to diversify Catenae’s assets and enhance long-term shareholder value.

About Catenae Innovation Plc

Catenae Innovation is an AIM-listed digital technology company focused on delivering software and IT solutions for enterprise, public sector, and education clients. With a growing emphasis on artificial intelligence integration, the company aims to provide innovative platforms that solve real-world business challenges. Its experienced team supports clients through end-to-end digital transformation and infrastructure projects.

Victoria PLC (LSE:VCP) has secured a new £130 million Super Senior Facility, replacing its previous revolving credit arrangement in a strategic move to bolster its financial footing and manage upcoming debt obligations. The facility combines both term loan and revolving credit components and is structured with no ongoing maintenance covenants or borrowing restrictions, giving Victoria greater financial agility.

This enhanced credit agreement marks a pivotal step in the company’s efforts to stabilize its balance sheet and pursue long-term operational goals. Additionally, the company reported encouraging progress in ongoing negotiations to refinance its Senior Secured Notes, signaling further steps toward improving its capital structure. Together, these developments are expected to support Victoria’s broader strategy to drive long-term shareholder value.

Despite these proactive measures, Victoria continues to face significant headwinds, including declining revenues and a high debt load. The company’s share price reflects this pressure, currently trading in a bearish pattern. However, the recent appointment of a new Chief Financial Officer may aid in restoring investor confidence and driving operational improvements over time.

About Victoria PLC

Founded in 1895 and listed on the London Stock Exchange since 1963, Victoria PLC is a global leader in the design, production, and distribution of flooring solutions. Headquartered in Worcester, UK, the company’s product portfolio includes carpet, ceramic tiles, luxury vinyl tile (LVT), artificial turf, flooring underlay, and accessories. With more than 5,300 employees operating across over 30 sites in the UK, Europe, the U.S., and Australia, Victoria stands as Europe’s largest carpet producer and a top manufacturer of underlay in both Europe and Australia.

CAP-XX Limited (LSE:CPX) has signed a global distribution agreement with RS Group plc, a prominent supplier of industrial and electronic components. This strategic alliance will significantly expand the global availability of CAP-XX’s supercapacitor products, leveraging RS Group’s extensive supply chain infrastructure.

The new partnership complements CAP-XX’s existing distribution channels with Farnell and Digi-Key, collectively enhancing the company’s ability to serve rising demand across key sectors such as the Internet of Things (IoT), automotive, and renewable energy. With expanded access from early-stage design support through to full-scale deployment, CAP-XX is better positioned to support customers around the world.

Despite ongoing financial challenges—including weak profitability and strained cash flow—CAP-XX is benefiting from strategic moves and technical momentum that could fuel future growth. The expanded distribution footprint is a meaningful step toward strengthening the company’s commercial potential.

About CAP-XX Limited

CAP-XX is an Australian-based manufacturer specializing in compact, high-performance supercapacitors and energy management solutions. Designed for both portable electronics and larger-scale applications, CAP-XX supercapacitors are valued for their high power density, reliability, and ability to support demanding energy needs across consumer, industrial, and green technology markets.

Cirata plc (LSE:CRTA) has landed a $700,000 contract renewal over two years with a major Canadian bank, reaffirming confidence in its flagship Live Data Migrator (LDM) software. Facilitated via the Google Marketplace, the renewal highlights Cirata’s continued relevance and capability in delivering complex data integration solutions to top-tier financial institutions.

While the company continues to face financial headwinds—including shrinking revenue and negative cash flow—this latest deal adds momentum to its commercial efforts. Strategic alliances and recent corporate developments offer some optimism, although market sentiment remains cautious due to ongoing unprofitability and mixed technical indicators.

About Cirata plc

Cirata plc is a data integration specialist offering enterprise-grade software for data migration, synchronization, and disaster recovery. Its core product, Live Data Migrator, enables seamless movement and replication of data across cloud environments, with a focus on serving large institutions through scalable and resilient solutions.

CRISM Therapeutics Corporation (LSE:CRTX) has secured £800,000 via a placing of new ordinary shares to propel its ChemoSeed drug-delivery platform into the next development phase. These funds will underwrite manufacturing and the establishment of a Phase 2 clinical trial targeting glioblastoma, with dosing of the first patients slated for early 2026. The successful raise underscores investor confidence in CRISM’s approach and paves the way for existing shareholders to join a planned retail offer.

About CRISM Therapeutics Corporation

CRISM Therapeutics is a UK-based biotech company focused on novel drug-delivery systems designed to improve treatment outcomes for solid tumors. Its lead candidate, ChemoSeed, is engineered to deliver chemotherapy directly to high-grade gliomas, overcoming the challenges posed by the blood–brain barrier.