Gold prices fluctuate amid Iran talks, Turkey bans social media for under-15s, Premier Graphene secures defense contract with Mexico, SPARC AI featured in defense tech editorial, and Russia sells gold due to fiscal deficit.

Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corp. reports strong Q1 financials, while SPARC AI Inc. and other innovators introduce GPS-denied navigation solutions for combat. Russia sells gold due to fiscal deficit, benefiting firms like Numa Numa Resources Inc.

Global Turbine Asia Sdn. Bhd. partners with Airbus DS, UPNM, and PERHEBAT to enhance military aircraft MRO capabilities and support talent development, emphasizing industry resilience.

The White House had a positive meeting with Anthropic, hinting at a changing relationship amid AI advancements.

Enhanced Group Inc. to merge with A Paradise Acquisition Corp., while SPARC AI Inc. innovates GPS-denied warfare solutions and expands distribution in Ukraine. Gold market remains uncertain amid U.S.-Iran talks.

SPARC AI Inc. introduces Overwatch, a software solution enabling drones to navigate without GPS, amid rising demand for autonomous and AI-driven defense technology. Other key players include Swarmer Inc., Unusual Machines Inc., AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc., and ZenaTech Inc.

Maine passes bill to stop data center construction, trustees seek re-election in Texas, tensions rise between Tel Aviv and Seoul, and Iran conflict disrupts chemical supply for DRC miners.

Silver Crown Royalties closes private placement, Globofran CEO discusses immigration strategies, Safe Pro Group showcases AI drone tech, NRx Pharma launches defense subsidiary, American Fusion appoints advisor, and eMerge Americas tech conference upcoming. Podcast host Justin McKenzie shares insight on Texas innovation.

American Fusion Inc. appoints Samuel Reid to secure government funding and institutional contracts. eMerge Americas conference in Miami to focus on key tech verticals. Justin McKenzie discusses Texas innovation on Change and Creativity Podcast.

UGI Utilities warns of scams targeting payments, Powermax Minerals aims to tackle REE dominance, while Safe Pro Group introduces AI processor for military missions.