Proactive - Interviews for investors

Rift Helium plc (AIM:RIFT) CEO Charles FitzRoy talked with Proactive’s Stephen Gunnion about the company’s upcoming AIM listing, its strategic helium assets in Tanzania, and the growing importance of primary helium supply in global markets. FitzRoy outlined how Rift Helium is positioning itself as a key player in a sector where over 90% of supply is currently produced as a byproduct of natural gas. He explained: “Over 90% of the worlds helium currently is produced as a byproduct of natural gas… Rift is not associated with hydrocarbons… it is going to be primarily helium.” This distinction underpins the company’s strategy to...

Quantum Blockchain Technologies PLC (AIM:QBT, FRA:BYA1) CEO Francesco Gardin talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the latest developments in the company’s legal recovery efforts and ongoing proceedings involving multiple defendants. Gardin opened with a positive update regarding Mediapolis, explaining that after a lengthy bankruptcy process, the company has now reached a settlement. He confirmed that QBT is set to receive 10% of the proceeds, amounting to €132,000, with payment expected within the next 60 days. The discussion then turned to the concept of court-supervised liquidation under Italian law. Gardin described this as a process similar to private bankruptcy, where a cour...

PT Asset Management CEO Sean Dranfield talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the current bond market environment, highlighting why he believes conditions are increasingly attractive for investors despite geopolitical uncertainty and shifting rate expectations. Dranfield explained that recent geopolitical events, including tensions involving Iran, have had a surprisingly muted impact on bond markets. He noted that both interest rates and credit spreads have seen only modest movement, reinforcing the difficulty of predicting market direction. He said this underscores the importance of focusing on fundamentals rather than forecasts. A key theme of the discussion was the opportunity at the long end...

NanoViricides CEO Dr Anil Diwan joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce that the company has filed an application for Rare Pediatric Disease Drug Designation with the U.S. FDA’s Office of Orphan Products Development for NV-387 as a treatment for measles. The RPDD application is expected to be combined with the company’s previously submitted Orphan Drug Designation application for NV-387, filed in February 2026, as part of a broader regulatory strategy to advance the drug candidate. If granted, the designation would make NanoViricides eligible for a Priority Review Voucher upon approval of NV-387. PRVs are tradable assets that have...

U.S. Global Investors CEO Frank Holmes joined Steve Darling from Proactive to discuss the strength of global travel demand and what it means for airline investments and the Jets ETF. Holmes highlighted that despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and rising fuel costs, the airline industry continues to perform strongly, pointing to record quarterly revenue reported by Delta Air Lines as a key example. He described the sector’s performance as a positive signal for the broader economy, noting, “It’s like the canary in the coal mine, but in a good way… global travel demand is just strong.” Airlines have been able...

TNR Gold Corp (TSX-V:TNR, FRA:TNW, OTC:TRRXF) executive chairman Kirill Klip talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s latest strategic milestone following a C$4.2 million investment from Altius Minerals, a major Canadian royalty company. Klip described the investment as a strong endorsement of TNR Gold’s long-term strategy, noting that Altius has taken a non-control position of 23.5 million shares. He said: “It’s a strategic non-control position that signals confidence in our company,” highlighting the significance of backing from a well-established player in the mining royalty sector. The announcement triggered a strong market response, with TNR Gold’s sha...

Rome Resources Plc (AIM:RMR, FRA:33R) CEO Paul Barrett talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s latest drilling results from the Kalayi prospect in the Democratic Republic of Congo, highlighting what he described as the strongest intercepts achieved to date. Barrett explained that the recent campaign, which covered over 3,000 metres of drilling, focused largely on Kalayi and delivered significantly wider intercepts than previously seen. He noted that “5 or 6 of the holes in this sequence have been much, much better… in terms of the widths of the intercepts,” pointing to encouraging signs for the project’s scale. The company ha...

Fineqia International Inc (CSE:FNQ) senior associate Matteo Greco talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the latest trends shaping crypto markets in Q1 2026, highlighting how geopolitical tensions and macroeconomic uncertainty are influencing investor behaviour. Greco explained that Bitcoin continues to dominate institutional allocations, now accounting for over 81% of total crypto ETP assets under management. He noted, "BTC represents the equivalent of a safe haven in terms of crypto," as investors shift away from more volatile assets during periods of heightened uncertainty. This risk-off sentiment has been driven by geopolitical developments, including tensions involving Iran and the US, as well as...

King Ridge Capital Inc CEO Rick Pagnani talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the KRC Cat Bond UCITS ETF (CATB), explaining how catastrophe bonds work and why they can play a valuable role in diversified portfolios. Pagnani outlined that cat bonds are insurance-linked securities that allow insurers to transfer risk to capital markets. These instruments are “fully collateralised and decoupled from the insurance company,” offering investors exposure that is largely uncorrelated to traditional equity and credit markets. He highlighted that this low correlation is a key differentiator, noting that cat bonds “serve to dampen volatility and increase return.” The discussion also exp...

EnWave Corporation CEO Brent Charleton joined Steve Darling from Proactive to discuss the company’s newly signed Research and Development License Agreement (RDLA) with Rhizome Food and Farming, a North American food company led by renowned chef Dan Barber, a recipient of multiple Michelin stars. Charleton explained that the agreement builds on prior engagement involving Row 7, which, through its connection to Barber, had entered into a rental arrangement for a small-scale 3.6kW Radiant Energy Vacuum (REV™) dehydration machine. That equipment supported the development of innovative, chef-driven food products. Row 7 is not affiliated with Rhizome, but the company has since purchased the...

Coiled Therapeutics (AIM:COIL) executive chair Dr Sotirios Stergiopoulos and CEO Sridhar Vempati talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about promising clinical results for its lead oncology candidate AO-252. The discussion highlighted a significant improvement in clinical outcomes, with the company reporting an increase in clinical benefit rate from 40% to 80% following a shift to twice-daily dosing. Vempati explained that the enhanced efficacy appears linked to sustained drug exposure, noting that maintaining therapeutic levels for longer durations helps drive stronger results. He also emphasized AO-252’s multimodal mechanism, targeting mitosis, DNA damage repair, and immune activation. This approach not only attacks tumors di...

ICG Silver and Gold CEO Steven Sirbovan joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce that the company has completed the staking and consolidation of eight newly available mineral claims, covering approximately 85 acres within the highly prospective Tuscarora District in Nevada. The newly acquired claims were identified through ongoing technical evaluation, incorporating recently completed geophysical surveys, historical mapping, and legacy exploration data. This work has helped outline previously underexplored structural corridors and favorable lithological contacts believed to control mineralization across the district. The company noted that securing this prospective ground—already supported by existing data—represents one of the most efficient ways...

MedPal AI CEO Jason Drummond joined Steve Darling from Proactive to talk about the rapid growth of the company’s AI-powered healthcare platform and its vision to transform access to primary care. Drummond explained how MedPal AI aggregates data from connected health devices such as Apple Watch, Fitbit, and Oura Ring into a single platform, allowing users to gain real-time health insights. He highlighted the scale of this opportunity, stating, “The estimated 1.3 billion people in the world have a connected health device… the level and the quality of the information they collect in real time is incredible.” The platform combines AI-drive...

Solvonis Therapeutics PLC (LSE:SVNS) CEO Anthony Tennyson talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company securing two US patents that significantly strengthen its PTSD treatment program. Tennyson explained that the patents cover two distinct chemical series, reinforcing the company’s intellectual property position and demonstrating that Solvonis is building “a novel chemistry platform and not just a single asset story.” He highlighted that having multiple chemically distinct approaches is critical in CNS drug discovery, increasing the likelihood of identifying compounds with the right balance of efficacy, safety, and translational potential. This strategy enhances optionality and flexibility as the program advanc...

Genflow Biosciences Ltd (LSE:GENF, OTCQB:GENFF, FRA:WQ5) CEO Dr Eric Leire talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about encouraging results from the SLAB (Sarcopenia and Longevity in Aged Beagles) trial, highlighting sustained efficacy and safety following treatment. Leire explained that one of the most significant findings is the durability of the therapy’s effects. Even three months after stopping treatment, the benefits observed in the dogs have been maintained. He noted: "We stopped administration three months ago... and that's exactly what we see, both in terms of safety and in terms of efficacy." This persistence is a key milestone fo...

Quantum Blockchain Technologies PLC (AIM:QBT, FRA:BYA1) CEO Francesco Gardin talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about progress in the company’s AI Oracle development and how it could significantly reduce deployment timelines for Bitcoin mining optimisation. Gardin explained that the company has introduced a mining development kit (MDK), allowing its AI Oracle to operate via a server connected directly to a hash board. This approach removes the need to initially adapt code for constrained mining hardware, streamlining testing and development. He said: “What is important for the potential partner is that it works on their hash board,” highlighting the import...

Sunda Energy PLC (AIM:SNDA) CEO Andy Butler talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s latest strategic developments, including a transformational acquisition in New Zealand, progress across its international portfolio, and a strengthened funding position. Butler outlined how the acquisition marks a major step forward, positioning Sunda Energy as a production-focused company with significant growth potential. He said the deal “takes us to a different level,” highlighting that it introduces immediate production of over 1,000 barrels alongside opportunities to expand through development and exploration. The CEO also discussed the company’s broader portfolio strategy, describing it as a “three-legged stool” com...

Quantum Helium Limited CEO Howard Mclaughlin joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce that the company has received approval from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to assume operatorship of the Sagebrush Project in Colorado, marking a key milestone in its development strategy. McLaughlin explained that Quantum holds prospective helium resources of more than 1 billion cubic feet across its Sagebrush and Coyote Wash projects, providing a strong foundation for future growth. He noted that the operatorship approval follows an extensive and proactive engagement process with regulatory authorities and stakeholders. A recent company visit to Colorado, including meetings with the Ute Mountain...

Bit Digital CEO Sam Tabar joined Steve Darling from Proactive to discuss the company’s 2025 financial results, its strategic shift away from Bitcoin mining, and its growing focus on Ethereum staking and AI infrastructure. The company reported approximately $115 million in revenue for 2025, reflecting a deliberate transformation of its business model. Tabar explained that Bit Digital Inc has been reallocating capital away from Bitcoin mining into higher-return opportunities, particularly Ethereum staking and high-performance computing (HPC). Ethereum has emerged as a core pillar of the company’s strategy, with holdings reaching approximately 155,000 ETH. The majority of these holdings are staked to generate yiel...

BlockchaAIn Digital Infrastructure, COO Eyal Rozen joined Steve Darling from Proactive to discuss the company’s strategic shift toward AI-focused data centers and its recent listing on the NYSE American. Rozen explained that the company, originally founded in 2022 with a focus on Bitcoin mining, has rapidly evolved to meet surging demand for AI infrastructure. Recognizing early that AI workloads would become a dominant driver of data center demand, the company transitioned away from a pure mining model toward hosting AI colocation customers. Today, approximately 80–90% of BlockchaAIn’s resources are dedicated to AI infrastructure, positioning the company to capitalize on one of the...

Immunic Inc (NASDAQ:IMUX, FRA:10VA) chief operating officer Jason Tardio talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the importance of science-led innovation in tackling neurological diseases, particularly multiple sclerosis, on World Health Day 2026. Tardio highlighted that the biotech industry is fundamentally grounded in scientific research and data, noting that “everything we do is rooted in science.” He explained that Immunic is focused on developing innovative therapies designed to improve patient outcomes and address significant unmet medical needs. The discussion centred on multiple sclerosis (MS), a complex neurological disease that continues to present challenges despite decades of progress. Tardio pointed out that...

Gelion PLC (AIM:GELN) chief technology officer Louis Adriaenssens joined Proactive's Stephen Gunnion to explain why the company's expanded collaboration with TDK Corporation could be a defining moment for its NES cathode technology. Adriaenssens revealed how Gelion has successfully transferred its technology into a pouch cell format, a critical step on the road to commercialisation, and why its cathode works seamlessly with standard lithium-ion components already used in mass manufacturing. With TDK dominant in the drone battery market and a major force in consumer electronics, this partnership is more than a vote of confidence. It's a potential launchpad into automotive...

One Bullion CEO Adam Berk joined Steve Darling from Proactive to discuss the company’s rapid growth following its recent public listing and its expanding gold exploration footprint across Africa. Berk explained that One Bullion Ltd has quickly established a strong presence, controlling more than 5,000 square kilometres across three key projects: Vumba, Maitengwe, and Kraaipan. He emphasized the strength of the company’s operating region, describing it as one of Africa’s most attractive mining jurisdictions—politically stable, transparent, and largely underexplored—offering significant upside potential for discovery. Vumba stands out as the company’s flagship asset, already supported by legacy drill...

Medicus Pharma Chief Medical Officer Dr Faisal Mehmud joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce that the company has submitted an optimized Phase 2 clinical study design to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for Teverelix. The therapy is being developed to help prevent recurrent acute urinary retention (AUR) in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) under the company’s existing open Investigational New Drug application. Mehmud explained that the updated study design has been refined under the leadership of Steven A. Kaplan, MD, FACS, a globally recognized expert in urology and men’s health, who will serve as Principal Inve...

American Rare Earths CEO Mark Wall joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce rapid progress on the company’s pilot plant program aimed at producing pre-production rare earth concentrate from Halleck Creek ore. As part of this advancement, the company has engaged Jaye T. Pickarts, P.E. to lead the pilot plant process, bringing extensive U.S.-based rare earth and project development expertise to this critical stage. Wall explained that Pickarts is a metallurgical engineer and Registered Professional Engineer with more than four decades of experience in mine development, mineral processing, and environmental compliance. His background includes leadership roles in...

Valereum PLC (AQSE:VLRM, FRA:6TJ, OTCQB:VLRMF) CEO Gary Cottle talked with Proactive about the launch of VGOLD, a new product aiming to differentiate itself in the growing tokenised gold market by offering yield alongside digital gold exposure. Cottle explained that VGOLD stands out as “probably the only gold token that will pay a yield or a coupon,” adding that investors who stake tokens for longer than a year could see returns between 10% and 15%. This positions VGOLD as both a store of value and an income-generating digital asset. The discussion also covered liquidity and flexibility. Cottle noted that VGOLD and...

Abingdon Health PLC (AIM:ABDX) executive chairman Dr Chris Hand talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s strong first-half performance, recent contract wins and growth outlook in the diagnostics market. Hand explained that Abingdon Health operates as a contract development and manufacturing organisation specialising in lateral flow and rapid diagnostic testing, now offering a full-service, end-to-end solution from product development through to regulatory approval and manufacturing. This expanded “one-stop shop” model is helping differentiate the company in a competitive sector. The company reported a 45% increase in revenue in the first half, with expectations for an even stronger second half...

RC Fornax PLC (AIM:RCFX) finance director Rob Shepherd talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s latest trading update, highlighting strong sales momentum, growing order visibility, and a positive outlook driven by both internal improvements and favourable market conditions. Shepherd explained that the company has already surpassed its previous full-year revenue within just seven months, supported by over £5.1 million in sales visibility. This performance reflects improving operational execution and a more structured commercial approach following internal changes. He noted that “we're already in excess of what we did for the previous 12 months,” underlining the pace of growth. A key the...

Ariana Resources PLC (AIM:AAU, ASX:AA2, FRA:4A6) managing director Kerim Sener talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s 2025 results, funding position, and progress across its key gold projects, including Dokwe and Tavşan. Sener outlined a “very pleasing end to the year,” highlighting a stronger cash position following an investment from Xinhai, leaving the company with approximately £5.4 million in cash. He explained that Ariana is now “adequately provided for through the duration of the coming year and the feasibility study on Dokwe,” positioning the company to advance one of its most important growth assets. The discussion also address...

Quantum Blockchain Technologies PLC (AIM:QBT, FRA:BYA1) CEO Francesco Gardin talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about latest developments across the company’s US patent application process, AI software implementation, and ongoing hardware deployment. Gardin provided an update on the ASIC Ultraboost patent application in the United States, explaining that the company is actively engaging with examiners to move the process forward. He noted that QBT is working closely with its patent attorney to secure progress, with a call scheduled to accelerate feedback. Gardin said the company believes strongly in the innovation behind the technology, stating: “We definitely think that this...

Purepoint Uranium Group CEO Chris Frostad joined Steve Darling from Proactive to discuss the company’s latest uranium exploration progress at its Dorado project in northern Saskatchewan, as well as the broader process of making and advancing a discovery. Frostad explained that Purepoint Uranium Group operates in one of the world’s most prolific uranium regions, collaborating with major partners including Cameco, Orano, and ISOEnergy. The discussion focused on the company’s recent discovery at the Dorado project, particularly within the Nova zone, where initial drilling intersected high-grade uranium mineralization. Highlighting that discovery is only the first step, Frostad noted: “The real...

American Resources Corp CFO Kirk Taylor joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce a strategic collaboration with Mitsubishi Materials Corporation, a global leader in advanced materials and resource circulation. The partnership includes a strategic investment in ReElement Technologies, reinforcing confidence in its refining-first platform and its role in strengthening critical mineral supply chains. Taylor explained that the collaboration is designed to accelerate the development of scalable and economically viable refining solutions across the United States and allied nations. In the U.S., the partnership will focus on supporting ReElement’s refining operations through feedstock sourcing, tolling arrangements, and offtake opportunities—key...

Medicus Pharma CEO Dr Raza Bokhari joined Steve Darling from Proactive Medicus Pharma CEO Dr. Raza Bokhari joined Steve Darling from Proactive to report independent clinical validation of the company’s Phase 2 SkinJect® dataset by Dr. Babar Rao, principal investigator of the SKNJCT-003 study and a globally recognized leader in dermatology and skin cancer research. According to Dr. Rao’s independent assessment, the study results are clinically meaningful and “decision-grade,” supporting Medicus Pharma’s continued development of the SkinJect platform and future regulatory engagement. His validation adds significant credibility to the dataset as the company advances toward later-stage trials. The SKNJCT-003...

Miivo Holdings CEO Alex Damouni joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share news to highlight the company’s AI-powered platform designed to help small and medium-sized businesses identify early warning signs and improve operational performance. Damouni explained that Miivo brings together financial, operational, and customer data into a single, unified platform, giving business owners a real-time, consolidated view of their company. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the system identifies potential issues early and delivers prioritized, tailored recommendations. “What Miivo is, it's an AI-powered platform that detects these early warning problems about your business by pulling information from different sources,” he said. The pl...

Reconnaissance Energy Africa or ReconAfrica CEO Brian Reinsborough joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce the commencement of production testing operations at the Kavango West 1X discovery well, marking a key step forward in the company’s exploration and development efforts. Reinsborough confirmed that testing operations have begun on schedule following receipt of all necessary regulatory permits. Work crews are now on site preparing the well, with critical equipment—including a production liner sourced from North America—already delivered. The company has also secured contracts with major oilfield service providers Halliburton and Schlumberger Oilfield Services, alongside engaging local suppliers to suppor...

Cuentas CEO Shalom Arik Maimon joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce that the company’s subsidiary, World Mobile Media Group (WMMG), is launching a next-generation decentralized media platform aimed at transforming how digital content is created, distributed, and monetized. The WMMG platform is designed as a mobile-first, decentralized entertainment ecosystem that brings together premium content, global distribution, and direct-to-consumer monetization. It will feature a curated mix of licensed and original programming, including live streaming events, music performances, and creator-driven content, all delivered through an interactive and community-powered user experience. Unlike traditional streaming services, WMMG is built to prioritize creator em...

First Phosphate Corp. CEO John Passalacqua joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce the successful completion of the company’s infill drill program at its Bégin-Lamarche property in Saguenay–Lac-St-Jean, Quebec. Passalacqua said the drilling campaign, which began in October 2025, confirmed extensive and continuous phosphate mineralization across the existing resource horizon. The program also led to the discovery of two new phosphate intersections in both the Northern and Southern Zones, located on the eastern extension of the known mineralized area—highlighting the project’s potential for further expansion. In response to these encouraging results, the company expanded its original 30,000-metre dr...

Rainbow Rare Earths Ltd (LSE:RBW, OTC:RBWRF, FRA:RR1) CEO George Bennett talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s £11.1 million fundraising and the strategic significance of bringing Traxys on board as a partner linked to the US government’s Project Vault initiative. Bennett explained how this development positions Rainbow as “a major player in the rare earths market” outside China, highlighting the company’s focus on extracting rare earth elements from phosphogypsum waste residues rather than traditional mining. This approach underpins two key assets: the Phalaborwa Project in South Africa and the Uberaba Project in Brazil. He outlined th...

Digitalbox PLC (AIM:DBOX, FRA:RLXB) CEO James Carter talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s 2025 results, highlighting a year of growth despite a mixed media market backdrop. Carter explained that Digitalbox expanded its portfolio to ten operating assets through its “verticals program,” launching new products in targeted editorial spaces. The company delivered a 7% increase in revenue, outperforming broader market trends, while adjusted EBITDA rose by 10%. He noted that social media remains a key driver, with Digitalbox growing its total following by 31% to approximately 27 million users. A major shift in strategy has been the company’s evolving monetisation approach...

Poolbeg Pharma PLC (AIM:POLB, OTC:POLBF, FRA:POLBF) CEO Jeremy Skillington talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company securing its first national patent for POLB-001 targeting cancer immunotherapy-induced cytokine release syndrome (CRS). Skillington explained that the patent, granted by IP Australia, covers the use of p38 MAPK inhibitors, including POLB-001, to prevent and treat CRS. He highlighted that the protection is broad and supported by proprietary data generated by the company, following a thorough examination process. The patent marks an important milestone as Poolbeg continues expanding into oncology, building on earlier filings made in the UK and through...