OptionsDesk broker Sebastian Blanco speaks to Thomas Warner from Proactive about a challenging start of the year in the world's financial markets, emphasising the weakness in the FTSE 100 and its implications.

Blanco highlights the 1.5% day-on-day fall in the value of the FTSE 100 on Wednesday, marking its weakest day since August, influenced by Chinese economic slowdown and unexpectedly high inflation figures in December. This bleak economic data from China, showing a growth rate of 5.2%—one of its lowest in decades—exacerbated the market's downturn, particularly impacting the commodity-heavy index with its concentration of miners and oil companies.

Blanco also sheds light on the bond market, which experienced a sell-off as the two-year bond yield spiked by 21 basis points. This shift, marking the first positive inflation reading since February 2023, signals potential challenges in central bank policymaking.

He also discusses comments from Christine Lagarde at the World Economic Forum in Davos, which indicated that the European Central Bank is unlikely to lower interest rates until late spring, pending data on wage pressures.

Blanco also points out the historically low, yet rising, volatility index (VIX), which hit a two-month high due to market turmoil, compounded by geopolitical tensions that contribute to "quite a sombre outlook overall for the markets."

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Taiton Resources Ltd (ASX:T88) managing director Noel Ong speaks to Thomas Warner from Proactive after the company announced it has submitted Exploration Licence Applications for two areas at the Kingsgate Project in New South Wales.

Ong explains that the Kingsgate mining district is known for its historical high-grade molybdenum production. He highlighted molybdenum's critical role in steel and stainless steel production and its increasing market value, underscoring the opportunity it presents for Taiton Resources.

With historical data and previous studies from Auzex Resources Limited, Taiton plans to advance the Kingsgate project, which is more developed than the company's Highway Project in South Australia.

Ong expresses optimism about the company's direction in 2024, noting the Kingsgate acquisition as a major step forward and a promising start to the year.

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Tertre Rouge Assets (LSE:TRA) CEO André Ahrlé and Chairman Steven Schapera speak to Thomas Warner from Proactive about their innovative approach to generating shareholder returns by consolidating investment-grade classic cars and motorcycles.

Their strategy revolves around creating a portfolio that aims for a 15% Internal Rate of Return (IRR) and operating companies with potential returns of 20-25%. This combined approach targets an overall investor return of 15-20%.

The company's board boasts deep industry knowledge and includes prominent figures like Mika Hakkinen, David Coulthard, and Allan McNish.

André Ahrlé, a former professional racer and Daytona winner himself, highlights his journey from collecting Porsches to co-founding Tertre Rouge Assets. He emphasises the global appeal and iconic status of their car collection, appealing to a wide range of enthusiasts and collectors. The investment model allows shareholders to benefit from the appreciation of the entire portfolio, rather than individual assets.

Looking ahead, Schapera is confident about the company’s meticulously planned future, citing an analysis by Oberon that predicts a 15-25% return. This optimism is based on the solid foundation of their car portfolio and cash-generating businesses.

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Poolbeg Pharma PLC (AIM:POLB, OTCQB:POLBF) CEO Jeremy Skillington speaks to Thomas Warner from Proactive after announcing the pharma & biotech company announced some progress on lead asset, POLB 001.

Skillington, fresh from the JPMorgan conference in San Francisco, announces "very positive" in vivo data for POLB 001, showing efficacy in reducing cancer immunity-induced cytokine release syndrome (CRS). This development bolsters the company's hypothesis and strengthens their patent applications in this area.

Skillington highlighted POLB 001's dual role as both a preventative and a treatment for CRS, a notable advancement since no approved preventative therapies currently exist for this condition. This development could significantly benefit patients and ease healthcare system burdens. With its potential as an oral therapy, POLB 001 stands out in a market dominated by injectable treatments, offering the convenience of at-home administration.

Further enhancing Poolbeg's strategic position, the addition of David Allmond as Chief Business Officer and the formation of a scientific advisory board have provided valuable insights for program positioning and market needs.

Finally, Skillington discusses the immense market potential for POLB 001, estimating it at $1 billion, particularly in treating multiple myeloma, high-grade lymphoma, and acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

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Golden Shield Resources Executive Chairman Leo Hathaway joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share significant news during an interview with Steve Darling from Proactive. The company is gearing up for a fully-funded diamond drill program set to commence at the Marudi Mountain Property in mid-January 2024.

Hathaway revealed that the first hole of the diamond drilling program will primarily focus on testing the vertical extent of the steeply plunging high-grade gold "ore" shoot at Mazoa Hill. Subsequently, the program will shift its focus to exploring new high-potential targets, starting with Pancake Creek. Golden Shield Resources is in the process of receiving and processing results from the December reverse circulation (RC) drill program conducted at Pancake Creek and other locations. These results will be released and integrated into the company's ongoing exploration plans as they become available.

One particularly noteworthy aspect of the upcoming diamond drill program is the plan to drill a deep hole, possibly reaching a depth of up to 950 meters. This deep drilling will specifically target the axis of high-grade gold mineralization. The decision to drill to such depths is based on geological considerations and the desire to extend mineralization further.

Golden Shield Resources' commitment to exploration and their strategic approach to drilling reflect their dedication to unlocking the full potential of the Marudi Mountain Property. The company's fully-funded diamond drill program represents a significant step toward advancing their understanding of the property's mineralization and furthering their exploration goals.

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Nextech3D.ai CEO Evan Gappelberg joined Steve Darling from Proactive to discuss the company's recently launched AI 3D model search engine and its potential to significantly increase the production of 3D models during an interview with Steve Darling from Proactive.

Gappelberg highlighted the substantial increase in productivity achieved by the AI search engine, which can deliver up to a 500% increase in 3D model production. This represents a significant improvement from the previously announced 80% increase in productivity. The AI search engine is expected to be released to the public in Q1 2024, with a per-use pricing model that could contribute significantly to the company's growth in 2024.

The 500% increase in productivity is primarily attributed to an 80% reduction in the time it takes to create a 3D model using the search engine. Instead of 3D artists having to create complex models from scratch, they can search for similar quad or triangle meshes using the AI engine and then make necessary modifications.

Gappelberg also mentioned that the company plans to provide continuous reports on the AI's ability to increase productivity and reduce the costs of 3D model production over time. As more searches are conducted and the tool is used more frequently, the AI will continue to learn and become progressively more productive. This innovation positions Nextech3D.ai as a leader in the 3D modeling industry.

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ARway.ai Chief Executive Officer Even Gappelberg joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce that the company's contract has been extended after successfully completing a pilot deployment at Congonhas Airport in São Paulo in partnership with Localiza Rent a Car S.A., the largest car rental network in South America. Gappelberg shared this news during an interview with Steve Darling from Proactive.

The deployment at Congonhas Airport, which was completed in December 2023, represents a significant milestone in enhancing the travel experience for car rental customers. Localiza Rent a Car operates the largest car rental network in South America, with 540 locations in 9 countries. In recognition of the successful deployment and the potential benefits it offers to customer experience, Localiza has extended its contract with ARway.ai for the year 2024, adopting a subscription-based model. This extension underscores the confidence in ARway's technology and its alignment with Localiza's vision of delivering a differentiated customer experience.

Gappelberg also shared that as part of its ongoing commitment to improving customer satisfaction, Localiza has commissioned a consumer research organization in Brazil to conduct a comprehensive survey starting on January 19, 2024. This survey aims to evaluate the effectiveness and user experience of ARway's technology at Congonhas Airport. Participants in the survey will be offered discount vouchers from Localiza, encouraging widespread participation and engagement. This partnership demonstrates ARway.ai's dedication to delivering innovative solutions that enhance customer experiences in various industries.

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U.S. Global Investors CEO Frank Holmes joined Steve Darling from Proactive to discussed the optimistic outlook for the airline industry in an interview. Noting the impact of falling interest rates in the US on a global scale, Holmes highlighted that 70% of the world's countries are set for elections in 2024, likely leading to increased monetary stimulus to boost the global economy.

This, combined with a bullish backdrop for the airline industry, points to a positive trajectory. Airport passenger counts in 2019 and the anticipated demand for travel in 2024 showcase the industry's resilience.

Holes also told Proactive that despite short-term fluctuations tied to oil prices, the airline sector's valuation proposition, with lower PE ratios and cash flow multiples compared to other transportation modes, positions it as an attractive investment. Holmes also emphasized the pent-up demand for travel and the resurgence of business travel, predicting a strong year for the US Global Jets ETF. With deep undervaluation in the airline industry, Holmes sees retail investors, akin to Apple shareholders, actively engaging and investing in the sector. Overall, the interview paints a favorable picture for the airline industry's prospects in 2024.

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FPX Nickel CEO Martin Turenne joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share significant news that the company has entered into a subscription agreement for a private placement with Sumitomo Metal Mining, in which Sumitomo will invest $14.4 million in FPX. Upon completion of the deal, Sumitomo will hold a 9.9% stake in FPX.

Turenne highlighted the strategic significance of this investment by Sumitomo Metal Mining, emphasizing that it represents another substantial technical validation of FPX's Baptiste Nickel Project. The funds raised through this investment will be instrumental in supporting exploration and development activities at the project, as well as continuing ongoing environmental baseline activities and preparing for the feasibility study.

Sumitomo Metal Mining is a comprehensive producer engaged in various aspects of the nickel industry, from mineral resource development and smelting & refining to the production of battery materials and functional materials. The company operates both in Japan and internationally and boasts expertise, deep knowledge, and extensive experience in producing various types of nickel products. Sumitomo aims to increase its nickel production capacity from approximately 82,000 tonnes per annum to 150,000 tonnes per annum in the long term.

This strategic partnership with Sumitomo Metal Mining not only provides financial support for FPX Nickel's Baptiste Nickel Project but also signifies a significant vote of confidence in the project's potential and the company's expertise in the nickel industry. It positions FPX Nickel for further growth and advancement in the nickel sector.

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1606 Corp CEO Greg Lambrecht joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share significant news during an interview with Steve Darling from Proactive. The company has successfully completed the sell-out of its December 2023 pilot marketing program with its ChatCBDW technology, marking a pivotal moment in their journey.

The pilot program's remarkable success underscores 1606 Corp's innovative approach and sets a clear path towards expected profitability in the second quarter of 2024. This achievement showcases the demand for their revolutionary ChatCBDW technology and its potential to transform the e-commerce landscape.

In a strategic move, 1606 Corp is currently finalizing negotiations with a second Independent Sales Organization (ISO). The inclusion of a second large ISO in their operations significantly expands the company's reach and further validates the high demand for their AI e-commerce technology.

With these promising developments, 1606 Corp is confident in its outlook for a profitable second quarter in 2024. This positions the company as a leader in the field of AI e-commerce technology, emphasizing its commitment to innovation and success in the evolving digital marketplace.

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