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BEYOND THE MIC – AISIX Solutions Discusses $780,000 Contract and Wildfire Risk Modeling Technology

Posted by Alavaro Coronel at 3:55 PM on Tuesday, May 12th, 2026

In a recent long form video interview with AGORACOM (see link at the end of this article), Dr. Gio Roberti, CEO of AISIX Solutions Inc., discussed the company’s three-year, $780,000 wildfire catastrophe modeling contract with a major Canadian insurance provider. The company was selected through a competitive, invite-only Request for Proposal process in which multiple providers were evaluated based on technical merit and operational readiness.

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May 12, 2026 10:30 AM EST

Contract Details and Structure

The contract represents $260,000 per year over a minimum three-year term, with structured milestone-based payments tied to delivery acceptance. AISIX will deploy its wildfire catastrophe modeling platform to support underwriting, portfolio risk management, and strategic decision-making for one of Canada’s largest insurers — a company managing a portfolio of approximately 20 million insured locations.

“Having this Canadian validation will help moving forward all the conversations we are having with international partners for European model, US model, and so on,” Dr. Roberti explained during the interview. The contract also positions AISIX to expand its footprint beyond Canada, with active discussions underway with global consulting firms, engineering companies, and asset managers seeking wildfire intelligence.

For investors evaluating emerging AI companies, this agreement delivers signed revenue, competitive validation, and proof that the technology works at enterprise scale.

Understanding What AISIX’s AI Actually Does

While many companies claim AI capabilities, AISIX’s technology addresses a specific, high-value problem: helping insurers understand the probability of wildfire-related losses across their portfolios under current and future climate conditions.

“We help them understand the probability of losses given wildfire across their portfolios and according to current and future climatic conditions as climate change is increasing fire in Canada,” Dr. Roberti explained. “These organizations want to understand the exposure today and the exposure next year, in the next five years, in the next 10 years.”

The technology enables insurers to:

  • Identify risk concentration to avoid overexposure in high-probability wildfire regions
  • Price insurance policies accurately based on quantified risk
  • Direct mitigation investments to locations where they will have the greatest impact
  • Comply with evolving climate risk disclosure requirements

For a major insurer managing billions in potential exposure, this intelligence translates directly into risk reduction and capital efficiency.

Fort McMurray’s 10-Year Legacy and the Growing Wildfire Problem

The timing of this contract comes just after the 10-year anniversary of the Fort McMurray wildfire, which destroyed 2,500 homes and buildings and evacuated nearly 100,000 people in May 2016. That disaster marked a paradigm shift in how Canada views wildfire risk.

“Until 10 years ago, we can say the fire wasn’t one of the major catastrophes in Canada and in the world. But then with Fort McMurray, really the paradigm shifted,” Dr. Roberti noted. “Society understood that fire is a major catastrophe and causes a lot of losses in terms of money and lives.”

The wildfire threat has only intensified since then. The 2025 fire season impacted multiple communities that AISIX had previously identified in its January 2025 analysis of the top 10 small municipalities at highest wildfire risk. One of those communities used AISIX’s data to secure funding for preventive burns, fuel thinning, and expanded firefighting capabilities.

Wildfires are no longer seasonal. The January 2025 Los Angeles fires demonstrated that extreme fire conditions can occur year-round. For insurers, this means continuously evolving risk exposure that traditional models struggle to capture.

The Science Behind the Moat: Why AISIX Can’t Be Replicated Overnight

When asked how AISIX stays ahead in a world where large language models like ChatGPT and Claude are growing rapidly, Dr. Roberti made a critical distinction: “Doing very precise scientific work requires something more than large language models.”

“Cloud can help you code, can help you write documentation or build an application, but you need to know what you need help from Cloud for,” he explained. “If you don’t know how to model physical phenomena like fire, Cloud cannot do it for you.”

AISIX’s wildfire modeling integrates multiple specialized components:

Ignition Modeling – Calculating the probability of human-caused and lightning-caused fires based on historical patterns and environmental conditions

Fuel Modeling – Understanding how different tree species burn under varying temperature, wind, precipitation, and humidity conditions

Topography Integration – Accounting for how fire spreads faster on steeper slopes and how terrain influences fire behavior

Weather Modeling – Analyzing historical weather patterns and projecting future conditions using climate change scenarios aligned with international standards (Shared Socioeconomic Pathways used by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change)

Fire Growth Engine – Running Cell2Fire2, an advanced fire growth simulation software that models how fires spread across landscapes based on all the above factors

Monte Carlo Framework – Executing more than 30 million different fire scenarios to capture natural variability and generate probabilistic burn maps

“We model a lot of different scenarios because the future is very uncertain. There’s a lot of variability,” Dr. Roberti said. “We need to do a lot of iteration to make sure that we capture this natural variability of fire.”

This is not a model that can be assembled by prompting a large language model. It requires years of scientific collaboration — AISIX has studied models and methods from scientific literature and the Canadian Forest Service approach — and  has developed a deep expertise in wildfire physics, climate modeling, and probabilistic simulation.

Scaling to 20 Million Locations: Proving Enterprise Readiness

The contract requires AISIX to support portfolio runs of up to 20 million locations, a scale that demonstrates the platform’s commercial readiness.

“Being able to scale up to that volume really shows that we are not just at the MVP level, but we are ready to deliver,” Dr. Roberti emphasized. (MVP refers to minimum viable product, the early-stage version of technology used to demonstrate proof of concept.)

The insurer will receive three structured deliverables:

  1. Baseline and climate scenario wildfire hazard data covering all of Canada
  2. Location-level and portfolio-wide loss metrics, including Annual Average Loss (AAL) and Probable Maximum Loss (PML)
  3. Reinsurance integration to support net loss metrics and capital management

The initial hazard data delivery is targeted within 15 calendar days of contract start, with subsequent phases building out full loss modeling and reinsurance functionality.

Two Products, Two Time Horizons

AISIX has developed its platform to serve two distinct use cases, each addressing different decision-making needs.

Long-Term Forecasting is designed for strategic planning. A bank issuing a 25-year mortgage needs to understand wildfire probability over the life of that loan. An insurer writing multi-year policies needs to know cumulative risk exposure. This is the product central to the newly announced contract.

Short-Term Forecasting provides real-time wildfire alerts and early warnings as fires approach properties. This operational intelligence helps emergency managers, municipalities, and property owners respond to imminent threats.

AISIX recently launched a consumer-facing application https://firescore.aisix.ca/, where individuals can purchase a fire risk report for $20 and access short-term early warning capabilities.

Both products are powered by the same underlying science but serve different stages of risk management: strategic planning versus tactical response.

Validation Through Results

One challenge in evaluating predictive technology is that successful prevention can make it difficult to measure impact. If AISIX’s model predicts high wildfire risk and a community invests in mitigation measures that prevent a disaster, did the model work?

“In a probabilistic world, when the disaster doesn’t happen, it’s hard to show that you helped the disaster not to happen,” Dr. Roberti acknowledged.

However, the company has demonstrated predictive accuracy. In January 2025, AISIX released a report identifying the top 10 small municipalities in Canada at highest wildfire risk. During the 2025 fire season, three of those communities were impacted by wildfires — validating the model’s ability to identify high-risk areas before fires occur.

More importantly, one community used AISIX’s analysis to secure funding for preventive measures, demonstrating how predictive intelligence can drive proactive action.

Growing Market Demand and Expansion Plans

The insurance sector represents AISIX’s primary market, but demand is expanding across multiple industries.

“We have large consulting companies, global companies, that are asking for the services because they have similar service providers for other countries, but they don’t have anybody for Canada,” Dr. Roberti said. “We are in conversation with these global consulting companies and also engineering companies as well.”

Potential customers span:

  • Insurance companies (property and casualty insurers, reinsurers)
  • Consulting firms (risk advisory, climate strategy)
  • Engineering firms (infrastructure planning, multi-hazard assessments)
  • Asset managers (real estate portfolios, infrastructure funds)
  • Banks and financial institutions (mortgage underwriting, project financing)
  • Government agencies (emergency management, regional districts, municipalities)

“Fire is a problem across the board and impacts all levels of society,” Dr. Roberti noted.

Internationally, AISIX is in discussions to develop wildfire models for the United States, Europe, and South America. The company’s technical framework is designed to be geographically scalable.

“We need to grow organically, but the path is to become a global wildfire data provider,” Dr. Roberti stated.

Why This Contract Changes the Conversation

For companies in early-stage negotiations, one question consistently arises: “Are we the first one or is there anybody else using it?”

“I say, you know, we are talking with a lot of people, but they are sort of a little shy to commit,” Dr. Roberti explained. “But now finally someone realized that we are the best and they committed, and so I think this will give that extra validation that these other companies were looking for.”

This is the nature of enterprise sales in regulated industries. Organizations are risk-averse and prefer to see validation before committing. By winning a competitive RFP process with a major Canadian insurer and executing a multi-year, multi-million-dollar contract, AISIX has crossed that threshold.

The contract also demonstrates recurring revenue potential. Unlike one-time consulting projects, this is a three-year minimum engagement with annual payments of $260,000. If AISIX delivers value — and given the scale of wildfire losses, the value proposition is clear — renewal and expansion become likely.

The Climate Tailwind No One Wants But Everyone Must Manage

The unfortunate reality is that wildfire risk is increasing. Fire seasons are lengthening, fire intensity is growing, and more regions previously considered low-risk are now facing exposure.

“As you said, even now fire season is getting longer. It’s not just a few months during the summer, it’s year round,” Dr. Roberti noted. “It’s a problem that is here and society at large is understanding that we need to do something about it.”

Insurance companies are losing more money to wildfire claims. Governments are spending more on firefighting and disaster response. This creates growing demand for companies like AISIX that can help quantify, manage, and mitigate climate-related risks.

“For companies like us where we can help, there is a growing demand for our services. And we have seen it year after year,” Dr. Roberti said.

This is not a growth story built on hype. It is a response to a measurable, escalating problem that is costing billions of dollars annually and will only intensify as climate patterns shift.

Investor Takeaway: From Technology to Traction

AISIX Solutions has moved from proving its technology works to demonstrating market demand for it. The $780,000 three-year contract with a major Canadian insurer provides:

  • Revenue visibility through a multi-year, milestone-based payment structure
  • Competitive validation by winning an invite-only RFP against multiple providers
  • Scalability proof by supporting portfolio analysis of 20 million locations
  • Market credibility that will accelerate conversations with other potential customers in Canada and internationally

In an AI landscape filled with promises and pilots, AISIX has secured a signed contract with a major enterprise customer solving a high-value problem. For investors evaluating emerging AI companies with commercial traction, this contract represents measurable progress in AISIX’s commercialization efforts.

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AISIX’s $780,000 AI Wildfire Modeling Contract Marks A Major Commercial Breakthrough

Posted by Alavaro Coronel at 5:40 PM on Thursday, May 7th, 2026

If you’re an investor looking for emerging Artificial Intelligence companies, you are hearing about new AI stories every day. The challenge is figuring out which companies are still talking about potential, and which ones are starting to turn technology into real commercial contracts.

AISIX Solutions just gave investors a major proof point.

This small-cap Artificial Intelligence company has secured a multi-year contract with a major Canadian insurer. Not a pilot. Not a test. A signed agreement representing contracted revenue visibility right out of the gate.

AISIX Solutions, a wildfire risk and data analytics solutions provider trusted by organizations seeking a more predictive future, announced a three-year, $780,000 wildfire catastrophe modeling contract. The agreement was won through a competitive, invite-only RFP process in which multiple providers were evaluated.

That represents $260,000 per year over a minimum three-year term. More importantly, it provides third-party validation of the company’s platform, technical depth and commercial readiness.

With wildfire risk becoming one of the most urgent challenges facing people, property, infrastructure and entire communities, this agreement represents an important step for AISIX as it expands its footprint in the Canadian insurance market.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

  • $780,000 minimum contract value over three years
  • $260,000 annual contract value with long-term revenue visibility
  • Selected through a competitive invite-only RFP process
  • Payments tied to structured deliverables and client acceptance
  • Platform supports portfolio runs of up to 20 million locations
  • Scope includes wildfire hazard data, loss metrics and reinsurance integration
  • Engagement supports underwriting, portfolio risk management and capital allocation

WHY IT MATTERS

Small-cap technology stories often live in the future. AISIX now has a commercial proof point in the present.

The company is not just talking about enterprise demand. It has announced a signed agreement with a major Canadian insurer, covering a minimum three-year term and a defined scope of work. That gives investors a clearer look at how AISIX’s wildfire intelligence platform can translate into recurring enterprise revenue.

It also places AISIX in a market where the need is becoming more urgent. As wildfire risk grows more complex, insurers are looking for better data, better models and better ways to understand potential losses across large portfolios. AISIX is positioning itself directly within that growing need.

CEO DR. GIO ROBERTI SAID IT BEST

“This contract represents exactly the type of enterprise, recurring revenue relationship we have been building toward,” said Dr. Gio Roberti, Chief Executive Officer of AISIX Solutions Inc. “Winning a competitive RFP against established providers, and executing a multi-year agreement with a major Canadian insurer, is a meaningful validation of our platform’s technical depth and commercial readiness.”

INVESTOR TAKEAWAY

For AISIX, this contract represents a meaningful commercial milestone. It provides contracted revenue, validates the company’s wildfire catastrophe modeling platform with a major Canadian insurer and expands its footprint in the insurance analytics market.

For investors looking for small-cap AI companies with real-world enterprise applications, AISIX now has a signed multi-year agreement that moves the story beyond potential and into commercial execution.

The most important part is simple: AISIX is no longer just explaining the value of its platform. A major Canadian insurer has signed a multi-year agreement to use it.

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BEYOND THE MIC – Maverick Gold and Silver Completes Rebrand with New Leadership and Three Active Nevada and British Columbia Projects

Posted by Alavaro Coronel at 12:08 PM on Wednesday, May 6th, 2026

In a recent long form video interview with AGORACOM (see link at the end of this article), Maverick Gold and Silver Corp. President and CEO Glen Watson detailed the company’s transformation from Supreme Critical Metals to a focused precious metals explorer now advancing three high-priority projects across two top-tier mining jurisdictions.

With veteran geologist Ian Foreman recently appointed as vice president of exploration, former Scotiabank director Peter Baxter joining as senior advisor, and field programs already underway at both Nevada properties alongside permitting progress at Silver Vista in British Columbia, Maverick represents a company working to rapidly build momentum in a strengthening gold and silver market.

AGORACOM Beyond The Mic Feature Article Issued On Behalf of Maverick Gold and Silver Corp.

May 4, 2026 10:00 AM EST

Why the Rebrand Matters

The name change from Supreme Critical Metals to Maverick Gold and Silver, which became effective April 15, 2026, reflects more than new branding. It signals a strategic realignment.

“We rebranded to focus more on the gold and silver,” Watson explained. “We were in the more of the critical metal side, very busy space, but we’ve all generally as a group been gold and silver explorers. And that’s our passion.”

The company now holds three exploration assets in jurisdictions known for mining-friendly permitting and established infrastructure: Silver Vista in British Columbia, and Jericho and Gator in Nevada. All three are in active exploration phases.

Building a Veteran Technical Team

Maverick’s recent appointments signal serious intent. Ian Foreman, a professional geoscientist with more than 30 years of exploration experience across North and South America, joined as vice president of exploration in February 2026. Peter Baxter, who spent 15 years at Scotiabank’s mining investment banking group and has over 12 years of Nevada exploration experience, was appointed senior advisor in March 2026.

“Peter brings an insight,” Watson said. “He’s a book of knowledge about Nevada. You can just turn him on and he can tell you everything. Ian is so enthusiastic and delivers the message in a concise, clear, simplistic method.”

Baxter’s background includes senior roles with Chevron Minerals, Santa Fe Pacific Mining, Noranda, and BEMA Gold, giving him direct technical knowledge of Nevada’s geology and district-scale systems. Foreman’s track record spans major discoveries and his ability to communicate complex geology in investor-friendly terms.

Watson noted that both advisors have the ability to explain technical concepts clearly. “They can deliver a message that even I understand,” he said. “And I’m like a six-year-old. Keep it simple. Keep the geology simple.”

The company also retained Bob Weicker, a veteran mining geologist with over 30 years of experience, as an advisor. Weicker has been involved with the Silver Vista Property since 2004 and brings extensive knowledge of the project’s history and geological potential.

Silver Vista: A Sediment-Hosted Silver-Copper System in British Columbia

Located approximately 55 kilometers northeast of Smithers, British Columbia, Silver Vista is a 6,444-hectare property hosting stratiform, sediment-hosted silver-copper mineralization in fossiliferous sandstones of the Smithers Formation.

The property expanded by 52% in January 2026 following a review of over 8,000 soil samples and 700 stream sediment samples, plus airborne magnetic survey data. The MR Zone, the primary target to date, returned 46 meters averaging 48 grams per tonne silver and 0.62% copper in 2021 drilling, including 17 meters at 94 g/t silver and 1.34% copper.

“It’s primarily a silver copper play,” Watson said. “And our focus is, it’s a 50-50 on silver. We’re very interested in developing silver assets and gold assets in tandem.”

What makes Silver Vista compelling is the deposit type. Sediment-hosted copper-silver deposits, according to U.S. Geological Survey data, contain approximately 23% of global copper resources and rank as the second-most important source of the metal after porphyry systems. These deposits tend to be large-tonnage targets with expansive mineralized footprints.

“The grades that were equivalent to what Hecla’s got in its mines down in Montana, which are some of the largest in the world,” Watson noted. “These sedimentary hosted deposits worldwide represent some of the largest silver copper properties. So Silver Vista, it’ll be a very robust type of deposit, very large, not necessarily super high grade, but very expansive.”

The company is currently in the permitting phase and expects to begin drilling approximately eight holes, each 250 to 300 meters, by August 2026. Watson acknowledged the timeline is subject to government approval but said drillers are being lined up to move quickly once permits are issued.

With silver approaching $80 per ounce as discussed in the interview, the economics of a bulk-tonnage silver-copper system look considerably more attractive than they did during the 2021 drill program.

Jericho: A High-Grade Epithermal Vein System in Nevada

The Jericho Property, located in Lincoln County, eastern Nevada approximately 40 kilometers northeast of Pioche, represents a low-sulfidation epithermal gold-silver system with visible outcropping over multiple kilometers of strike length.

The property was previously held by Fronteer Gold. Geologist Vance Spalding, who oversaw the project during that period, rated Jericho very highly in internal reports.

“I knew him and he rated the project very high in a document that he had done,” Watson said. “So it came out and then it sat in their portfolio. We found it. I believe he has a good sense. And I thought if Vance likes it, we’re going to pursue that.”

Jericho hosts structurally controlled quartz veins, breccias, and stockwork veins in andesites around the margins of a collapsed caldera. Initial sampling by Maverick in early 2026 returned up to 3.5 g/t gold and 450 g/t silver from the Tempa and President’s veins, confirming historical results.

“It’s very visual,” Watson explained. “It’s right in your face and it’s sticking out of the ground several meters. So it’s just going to require some sampling, which the crew’s heading down next week, first week of May. And we should have a large sampling crew will be there for 10 days.”

Because the mineralization is exposed at surface, the company does not need to conduct geophysics before drilling. Permitting in Nevada typically takes weeks rather than months, a significant advantage over British Columbia timelines.

“BLM down there is fast,” Watson said. “So that’s the exciting thing about it. We could be drilling into this… we’re going to have to raise some capital. So we have capital right now to do all the programs, phase one of all the programs that will lead us into phase two.”

Gator: A Covered Disseminated Gold Target Near Battle Mountain

The Gator Property, covering 3,306 acres in Pershing and Lander Counties approximately 35 miles south-southwest of Battle Mountain, was brought to Maverick through Peter Baxter.

The property has excellent year-round road access and sits in a highly prospective region approximately 36 kilometers southwest of the producing Phoenix Mine and 19 kilometers west-southwest of the past-producing Cove-McCoy Mine.

Prior work includes 650 meters of reverse circulation drilling, detailed geologic mapping, and Department of Energy-funded geophysics including aeromagnetics, gravity, and magnetotellurics. The exploration target is interpreted as a covered distal-disseminated epithermal gold-silver system, similar in surface expression to nearby past producers.

“Peter’s Peter handed under his wings, and we just completed geophysics on it,” Watson said. “Mapping’s being done so further targeting. We’ve got to do a little bit of a expansion on the permit.”

Baxter’s intimate knowledge of the property, combined with existing BLM permits that can be modified for drilling, positions Gator as a project that can move quickly.

“It’s a disseminated gold target, so these are large, again, large, robust deposits,” Watson explained. “They’re generally a little deeper, but it is an epithermal similar to Jericho. But it’s big company potential. If we confirm the next couple of holes, the expectation is it’ll be substantial.”

Field work commenced in April 2026 with magnetotelluric surveys and high-resolution geological mapping designed to define drill targets.

Capital Strategy and Timeline

Maverick’s approach is methodical. The company raised sufficient capital to complete Phase 1 work on all three properties, with the exception of Silver Vista, which is fully funded pending permits.

“We fast tracked all these projects,” Watson said. “And that’s what’s been exciting. The thing that what Peter has with his relationships and Ian’s relationships in Nevada, we’re doing things in weeks as opposed to people are taking.”

The company plans to use flow-through financing for Silver Vista drilling, given the structure’s applicability to Canadian exploration expenditures. Nevada drilling will require conventional equity raises, likely timed to coincide with results from the Phase 1 sampling and geophysics programs.

Watson acknowledged dilution is a consideration but emphasized the importance of strategic capital deployment. “We like to do, obviously, at a higher price than where we’re at right now,” he said.

The team is actively marketing the story, with planned road shows in London, Montreal, and Toronto designed to coincide with incoming results from all three properties.

Which Project Takes Priority?

When asked which of the three projects excites him most, Watson laughed. “We have that discussion all the time, which is our favorite. And I think each one of us sort of tends to have a bias.”

He acknowledged that Silver Vista, which attracted him to the company, will likely be drilled first given its permit timeline. But all three properties are advancing in parallel.

“I’m confident that all three are going to be exciting,” Watson said. “I don’t know if that answers it, but it’s a very good question.”

It’s a different challenge than most junior explorers face. Rather than hoping one of several projects shows promise, Maverick is managing three active programs, each with credible technical merit and veteran geologists championing their potential.

“Generally companies like George Calm Gold, that doesn’t exist, a lot of my audience will recognize that,” the interviewer noted. “Typically, they have two or three projects, and he’s hoping, please, one of these show me something so I’ve got something to work on. In this case, you’ve got three horses that are racing.”

What Success Looks Like by Year-End

Watson’s vision for year-end 2026 is straightforward: drilling completed or underway at Silver Vista, with decisions made on Jericho and Gator based on results from Phase 1 programs.

“At the end of the year, I want to see us drilling and almost completed drilling on Silver Vista, and then decisions made on Jericho and Gator, and whether we can get drilling in by this year,” he said.

He emphasized the importance of returning value to early supporters. “We’re all very conscious about returning to investors. We have some people that have put their trust in us that are very, very influential. They’re major letter writers, and they’ve been very supportive of us.”

The company is also focused on increasing awareness. “We are undervalued in our estimation. We feel the value is there, but the market is unaware. We’ve just got to get out there, and that’s my job.”

The Takeaway

Maverick Gold and Silver has executed a rapid transformation. In less than six months, the company rebranded, added two highly credentialed technical advisors, optioned two Nevada properties, expanded Silver Vista by 52%, released initial sampling results from Jericho, and launched field programs at both Nevada projects.

All of this is happening in a strengthening precious metals market, creating an environment where bulk-tonnage silver-copper systems and high-grade epithermal vein targets are attracting renewed investor interest.

With three projects advancing in parallel across two top-tier jurisdictions, veteran technical leadership, and a clear capital strategy, Maverick is positioning itself as more than a single-asset story. The company is building a portfolio approach backed by people who have spent decades finding and advancing precious metal deposits.

As Watson put it: “Giddy Up Maverick.”

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Maverick Gold and Silver’s All-Star Team: Building a Three-Project Precious Metals Strategy

Posted by Alavaro Coronel at 5:22 PM on Friday, May 1st, 2026

When a company rebrands into a strong precious metals market, timing matters. Maverick Gold and Silver, formerly Supreme Critical Metals, just did exactly that, bringing a sharper focus to precious metals exploration across three active properties in British Columbia and Nevada.

The April 2026 name change to Maverick Gold and Silver was not cosmetic. It crystallized a focus on gold, silver and copper exploration, backed by veteran geologist Ian Foreman as VP Exploration, appointed February 2026, Peter Baxter, former Scotiabank Mining & Metals investment banking director, as Senior Technical Advisor, appointed March 2026, and CEO Glen Watson leading the company. With gold and silver trading at elevated levels, Maverick is not relying on one project. The company is advancing three properties in parallel, each at a different stage of exploration.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

  • Silver Vista: BC project expanded 52% to 6,444 hectares; past drilling found silver and copper; drilling permits are underway.
  • Jericho Nevada: Gold and silver project near Pioche; February samples returned up to 3.5 g/t gold and 450 g/t silver; more sampling expected in early May. 
  • Gator Nevada: 3,306-acre project near Battle Mountain; optioned February 24; first field program began April 16.
  • Fast-Tracked Execution: Maverick began Gator field work within six weeks and is moving all three projects forward at once.
  • Technical Team: Ian Foreman brings 30+ years of exploration experience; Peter Baxter adds Nevada mining and finance experience.

STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS

The junior exploration space is filled with companies hoping one project shows enough promise to carry the story. They stake ground, raise capital, drill a few holes, then pivot when results disappoint. The challenge is not always a lack of capital or geology. It is often a lack of focus, timing and execution.

Maverick is taking a broader approach. The company has assembled a portfolio where all three projects already have prior technical work or early exploration support, including Silver Vista’s 2021 results, Jericho’s historic sampling confirmed by Maverick’s February 2026 samples, and Gator’s prior drilling and geophysical work. Then the company added Foreman and Baxter, two experienced mining professionals with backgrounds in exploration, Nevada geology and capital markets.

The timing also matters. Silver Vista was expanded in January 2026. Gator was optioned in February 2026, with field work started in April. Jericho has already returned initial company sampling results and is expected to see additional field work in May. British Columbia and Nevada are both established mining jurisdictions. Maverick expects the coming months to help determine how capital and exploration work should be prioritized across the portfolio. The old model was serial exploration. Maverick is advancing multiple workstreams at once.

WORDS FROM THE CEO

CEO Glen Watson said Maverick has added technical strength through Peter Baxter and Ian Foreman, who he described as being able to explain geology in a clear and simple way. He also outlined a fast-moving plan across the company’s three main projects, with Silver Vista moving toward drilling, Jericho advancing sampling work, and Gator moving through geophysics, mapping and targeting. 

INVESTOR TAKEAWAY

Maverick Gold and Silver emerged from its rebrand with a more focused precious metals strategy and three active exploration properties. Silver Vista offers silver-copper potential in British Columbia. Jericho presents a gold-silver system with reported surface mineralization and historic sampling. Gator sits in Nevada’s Battle Mountain area with prior exploration work and nearby mining history. Each project is advancing under experienced technical leadership in established mining jurisdictions.

By fall 2026, Maverick expects to have a clearer view of which projects should receive additional capital and exploration focus. With precious metals trading at elevated levels and management moving from acquisition to field work quickly, the company could provide multiple exploration updates before year-end.

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HPQ Silicon Lands First Commercial Battery Order—Silicon Anodes Break Into European Drone Market

Posted by Alavaro Coronel at 5:51 PM on Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026

When a company moves from lab validation to a paid commercial order, something fundamental has shifted. HPQ Silicon $HPQ / $HPQFF and its partner Novacium have secured their first commercial battery order from a European drone manufacturer, marking a clear transition from development to revenue. This is not a test or pilot. It is a paid order using next-generation silicon-based batteries that recently delivered over 7,000 mAh in testing, offering higher capacity than traditional graphite batteries.

The order signals a move from promising technology to real-world use. Backed by up to $3 million in Canadian federal funding, HPQ is advancing toward commercial scale with batteries designed to deliver higher energy capacity and longer flight times, while supporting deployment in standardized battery pack formats. The batteries are certified for global transport and have demonstrated strong durability through repeated charge cycles, reinforcing readiness for real-world deployment.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Commercial Milestone: First paid commercial battery order secured, marking the shift from R&D to revenue generation

High Performance: Batteries delivered over 7,000 mAh in April 2026 testing, placing them among top performers in their category

Drop-In Solution: Designed to work within existing drone systems, allowing immediate performance improvements without redesign

Proven Durability: Maintains strong performance through repeated use, addressing a key challenge for silicon battery adoption

Global Ready: Certified for international shipping, enabling deployment across multiple markets

Government Backing: Up to $3 million federal funding supports production scale-up and highlights strategic importance

STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS

For years, silicon-based batteries have promised higher performance but struggled to translate into real-world products. Many technologies achieved strong lab results but failed under repeated use or required costly redesigns. That is why graphite batteries have remained dominant despite lower performance.

HPQ’s approach changes that. By integrating silicon-based materials into formats that work with existing manufacturing and systems, the company removes a major barrier to adoption. Customers do not need to redesign their products. They can upgrade performance immediately.

That advantage is already being demonstrated. The European drone manufacturer did not need to modify its systems. It was able to adopt the new battery packs and gain longer flight time right away. This is the difference between a technology concept and a usable product.

Demand for longer flight time is increasing across commercial, industrial, and defense drone markets, while traditional battery solutions are approaching their limits. Technologies that can deliver better performance without added complexity are well positioned to capture that demand.

Government support reinforces this direction. Federal funding for production scale-up signals growing strategic importance, while also supporting the path toward larger-scale manufacturing.

“Projects like HPQ Silicon’s strengthen Canada’s ability to manufacture components for high-performance batteries, and are creating a world-class battery ecosystem.” – The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources

WORDS FROM THE CEO

“We went from discussions to delivering next-generation batteries in about a month. That’s what happens when the product fits into existing systems. We’re not asking customers to redesign anything—we’re giving them more energy in the same format. And this order is commercial. It’s paid. We’ve moved from ‘will it work’ to ‘we have delivered.’” – Bernard Tourillon

INVESTOR TAKEAWAY

HPQ Silicon has reached a key inflection point. The company now has global shipping certification, government support for scaling production, and its first commercial battery order, all within a short timeframe.

Its battery solutions are designed for immediate use across multiple markets, including Europe and North America, without requiring major system changes. As production expands, the company is positioning itself to meet increasing demand for higher-performance energy storage.

Performance is no longer theoretical. The batteries have demonstrated strong capacity and durability in testing and are now being used in a commercial application.

This marks the shift from a development story to a commercialization story, with early revenue, validated performance, and a clear path toward scale.

 

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BEYOND THE MIC – Nextech3D.AI Reaches Cash Flow Positivity and Discusses Growth Strategy With Fortune 500 Customer Base

Posted by Alavaro Coronel at 3:48 PM on Monday, April 20th, 2026

In a recent long form video interview with AGORACOM (see link at the end of this article), Nextech3D.AI Corporation CEO Evan Gappelberg walked investors through one of the most significant transformations in the company’s history—a journey from a challenging operating period to cash flow positive operations, while building a customer base that includes global organizations such as Google, Microsoft, Oracle and Netflix.

For small-cap AI companies, the path to profitability is often difficult. Nextech3D.AI has now reached cash flow positive operations, alongside reporting strong gross margins, revenue growth, and a unified event platform serving more than 1,000 customers worldwide.

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From Survival Mode to Cash Flow Positive

The transformation didn’t happen overnight. Two years ago, Nextech3D.AI was navigating a challenging environment as a public company.

“We got very, very disciplined, and very, very focused on AI, and we made it through the storm,” Gappelberg explained.

The company announced it is cash flow positive, with full implementation of cost savings measures expected by May 1st. Achieving cash flow positivity marks a significant milestone, particularly in the AI sector where many companies continue to operate at a loss.

The company has indicated that these operational changes are expected to result in approximately $400,000 in annualized cost savings.

“This isn’t about survival anymore,” Gappelberg said. “This is about being cash flow positive, taking control of our business, and really controlling our destiny.”

The AI-Driven Productivity Shift

Productivity gains at Nextech3D.AI highlight the company’s focus on AI-enabled efficiency. Gappelberg noted that advances in AI tools have significantly improved how work is completed internally, reducing timelines for certain tasks.

“Every week or two, Microsoft updates Office 365 with new AI functionality,” he explained. “The learning curve is steep, but the key to AI is the prompt.”

These operational improvements are reflected in recent performance. The company has reported strong gross margins and year-over-year revenue growth in recent periods, which management attributes in part to improved efficiency.

A Customer Base That Validates the Business Model

Nextech3D.AI’s unified event platform serves a global customer base, including large enterprise organizations. The company’s platform integrates registration, ticketing, engagement tools, and analytics into a single system.

“It’s not easy to land them,” Gappelberg emphasized. “You have to get through their legal department… that’s hard work.”

The company has also reported 50 new customer contracts in early 2026, reflecting continued demand for its platform.

The Upsell Strategy: Expanding Within Existing Customers

Gappelberg described the company’s growth strategy as expanding its relationship with existing customers by offering additional services across its platform.

“They’re already buying,” he explained. “It’s not like we’re asking them to buy something they don’t buy.”

Many enterprise customers currently use the company for specific services, creating opportunities to expand into additional areas over time.

CEO Puts His Money Where His Mouth Is

Gappelberg has also increased his personal ownership in the company, purchasing 500,000 shares in the open market. According to company disclosures, this brings his total ownership to more than 30 million shares.

Blockchain Ticketing: Production-Ready

Nextech3D.AI’s blockchain ticketing infrastructure, including fiat checkout and a custodial wallet, is now production-ready.

“If you went to a blockchain ticketing event, you wouldn’t know,” Gappelberg explained. “You pay with your credit card… we accept fiat currencies.”

The company says this capability is designed to support enterprise and partner integrations while simplifying the user experience.

The 3D Modeling Segment

While the interview focused primarily on the event platform, Gappelberg noted that the company’s 3D modeling business continues to generate opportunities.

“Every year… we get a large opportunity that shows up,” he said.

The company continues to engage in discussions with potential customers for larger-scale projects.

The Road Ahead: From Cash Flow Positive to Growth

For Gappelberg, achieving cash flow positive operations represents a starting point.

“Going cash flow positive is not the finish line. It’s the starting line,” he said.

The company is now focused on scaling its business, supported by its unified platform, growing customer base, and AI-driven operational model.

Investor Takeaway

Nextech3D.AI now presents a different profile within the small-cap AI space: a company with a global customer base, strong recent margins, and cash flow positive operations.

The opportunity lies in expanding within its existing customer base while continuing to add new customers.

As the company moves forward, the key focus shifts from stabilization to execution—demonstrating the ability to grow while maintaining financial discipline.

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Nextech3D.ai’s Cash Flow Positive Moment – How AI Optimization Is Lowering Costs and Opening the Door to Scale

Posted by Alavaro Coronel at 8:50 AM on Friday, April 17th, 2026

When a small-cap AI company crosses the cash flow positive line while serving customers that include Google, Microsoft, Netflix and Oracle, it’s not just a milestone—it’s a signal that the business model is starting to work. Nextech3D.ai just announced it has reached cash flow positive operations, targeting approximately $400,000 in annual cost savings once fully implemented by May 1, 2026, while also reporting strong recent growth and margin expansion.

The company has also announced 50 new customer contracts early in 2026, confirmed its blockchain ticketing infrastructure is now production-ready, and disclosed that CEO Evan Gappelberg purchased another 500,000 shares in the open market. Together, these developments point to a company transitioning from restructuring toward disciplined growth.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

  • Binary ON: Nextech3D.ai is at or near cash flow positive, with full cost-saving implementation expected by May 1, 2026.
  • Record Economics: The company has recently reported 95% gross margins and 59% year-over-year revenue growth, reflecting improved operating efficiency.
  • Fortune 500 Validation: Serving more than 1,000 customers worldwide, including global organizations such as Google, Microsoft, Oracle and Netflix.
  • 50 New Deals: Secured 50 new customer contracts worth approximately $230K since January 2026, with increasing deal sizes.

STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS

The event technology industry has historically required large teams and complex systems to operate at scale. Nextech3D.ai is working to simplify that model by building an AI-first event operating system designed to streamline operations and improve efficiency.

By combining AI-driven automation with platform consolidation across Eventdex, Map D, and Krafty, the company is reducing operational complexity while maintaining product development and delivery.

The result is a leaner operating structure supported by high-margin software and a growing base of enterprise customers, positioning the company to scale without proportional increases in cost.

MARKET CONTEXT

The global events industry continues to evolve as organizers look for more efficient, integrated solutions to manage registration, ticketing, engagement, and analytics.

Nextech3D.ai’s unified platform combines these functions into a single system, while its blockchain-based ticketing infrastructure – now production-ready with fiat checkout and a custodial wallet – aims to reduce friction and support broader adoption.

Management believes this integrated approach can expand monetization opportunities while supporting enterprise and partner use cases.

CEO COMMENTARY

“Becoming cash flow positive is a defining inflection point for Nextech3D.ai. It confirms our AI-driven operating model is working – and it gives us the leverage to scale. We’ve rebuilt the company into a lean, high-velocity, AI-first platform business, and we believe we’re now positioned to accelerate disciplined growth through our unified event technology stack and production-ready blockchain infrastructure.”

— Evan Gappelberg, CEO and Director

INVESTOR TAKEAWAY

Nextech3D.ai is moving from a restructuring phase toward a growth phase. The company has reached cash flow positive operations, is serving more than 1,000 customers globally, and has recently demonstrated strong margins and revenue growth.

With new customer contracts in 2026, blockchain ticketing now operational, and a unified platform strategy in place, the company is positioning itself to scale more efficiently.

For investors, the key shift is clear: the focus is moving from cost reduction toward sustainable growth built on an AI-driven operating model.

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HPQ Silicon’s 7,000 mAh Breakthrough – Could This Be The Battery Industry’s Four-Minute Mile?

Posted by Alavaro Coronel at 5:55 PM on Wednesday, April 15th, 2026

When a company reports results that suggest it can do what others have not widely demonstrated, markets pay attention. HPQ Silicon Inc.’s $HPQ / $HPQFF GEN4 21700 cells just crossed 7,030 mAh at 0.55V lower cutoff – a level that, to the company’s knowledge, has not been widely reported in publicly available data for an industrial-format cell under comparable conditions.

This reflects more than just capacity, including the ability to cycle under extended voltage conditions in testing that would typically result in significant degradation in conventional lithium-ion batteries, with less than 2% degradation over 70 cycles. HPQ Silicon, backed by up to $3 million in Canadian federal funding and exclusive North American rights to Novacium’s silicon-anode technology, is now advancing toward commercialization, with the CEO stating the company is in discussions with drone manufacturers, military groups, and e-mobility partners.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Voltage Breakthrough:
0.55V cutoff may provide approximately 5% more usable energy based on internal estimates, typically inaccessible in lithium-ion cells operated at conventional cutoffs.

Cycle Stability:
Less than 2% degradation over 70 cycles at extended voltage — described by the company as a performance level not commonly observed under similar conditions.

Production Pathway:
HPQ is advancing a production plan with capacity in the range of approximately 600,000 21700 cells annually, with discussions underway with drone, military radio, and e-bike manufacturers.

Government Backing:
Up to $3M federal grant from Natural Resources Canada supports HPQ’s first battery production facility in Canada and is intended to help strengthen domestic supply chains.

Federal Support:
Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources has previously stated: “Projects like HPQ Silicon’s strengthen Canada’s ability to manufacture components for high-performance batteries and are creating a world-class battery ecosystem.”

STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS

The battery industry faces significant performance constraints. Conventional graphite anodes in 21700 cells are commonly reported in the ~5,000 mAh range. Silicon-enhanced cells from leading developers are reported in the ~6,000–6,500 mAh range. But there’s a second problem that receives less attention: every lithium-ion battery carries energy below the commonly used ~2.5V cutoff. Go below that threshold with graphite, and you risk transforming a rechargeable battery into a single-use cell because the material can degrade rapidly. The industry has largely lived with this constraint for years.

HPQ’s GEN4 silicon-anode material is designed to operate in this lower-voltage region. By cycling down to 0.55V with under 2% degradation over 70 full charge-discharge cycles in testing, the company reports that it has accessed energy that is typically not utilized. The company states that internal calculations indicate this could translate to about 5% more runtime from the same physical battery under comparable conditions. For a military drone operating at the edge of its range, this could be meaningful for performance and runtime. For an electric bike commuter, it could mean additional range without adding weight. For defense contractors, it represents a potential alternative high-performance option in a segment where performance differentiation is important.

The timing is notable. Canada has announced large-scale spending programs targeting domestic industrial capacity and clean-energy infrastructure. The U.S. is reshoring critical supply chains. Europe is seeking additional non-Asian battery materials. HPQ holds exclusive North American rights to commercialize its GEN3 and GEN4 silicon-based anode materials with Novacium. The company is focusing on applications where performance, supply-chain security, and operational advantage can support premium positioning: drones, military radios, handheld power tools, and stationary energy storage.

CEO Bernard Tourillon:

“What we’ve demonstrated isn’t just higher capacity — it’s a new operating mode for our cells under test conditions. We can access energy that conventional batteries typically leave on the table, and we’re doing it with cycle stability that holds up over dozens of charge-discharge cycles. The phone’s ringing. We’re in discussions with drone manufacturers, defense departments, and niche mobility players who are evaluating exactly what we’ve built. We’ve gone from ‘Can it work?’ to ‘How fast can you scale?'”

INVESTOR TAKEAWAY

HPQ Silicon has reported a significant test milestone. The 7,030 mAh result at extended voltage is not presented as a one-off curiosity — it is described by the company as a performance level not widely reported in publicly available data for industrial 21700 cells under comparable conditions.

These results are based on internal testing and have not been independently verified, and may not be representative of commercial performance. Federal funding helps support the path toward scaled production. Early interest and testing discussions in high-value verticals indicate potential commercial pathways.

The company’s exclusive North American license with Novacium and domestic production strategy align with government priorities around supply-chain security and critical materials independence. With an initial production pathway defined and a stated roadmap toward commercialization, HPQ is positioning its battery initiative as a developing commercialization story entering its next phase.

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HPQ Silicon’s GEN4 Battery Performance – The Supercar Engine Moment For Lithium-Ion Cells

Posted by Alavaro Coronel at 4:30 PM on Wednesday, April 8th, 2026

When a company demonstrates battery performance that only a small number of others have reached, it suggests progress beyond early research and toward real-world applications. HPQ’s latest GEN4 battery cells deliver more than 6,600 mAh on average, with a peak of 6,696 mAh, placing them among the highest-performing cells of this size ever reported. These are fully built 21700-format cells, rather than lab-scale test samples.

HPQ, working with its R&D partner Novacium, is now operating within this upper tier of battery performance globally. It also has support of up to $3 million from the Canadian government to help scale production. The next step is translating performance into commercial opportunities.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Top-Level Results: These batteries reach performance levels achieved by only a small number of companies worldwide.

Built For Real Use: The cells are made in a standard commercial format, showing compatibility with existing battery manufacturing processes.

Driven By Customers: The move to larger battery sizes reflects what buyers are asking for.

Focused Market Entry: Early use cases include drones, military equipment, and specialized electronics where performance matters most.

Government Backing: Federal funding is supporting commercialization efforts.

WHY THIS MATTERS

Most batteries today still depend on materials and supply chains based in Asia. Higher-performance batteries in this category are limited and often not available in large quantities.

HPQ’s silicon-based material aims to address this by offering higher performance in a format that works with existing manufacturing processes. The company is focusing on markets where longer battery life or lighter weight directly creates value.

At the same time, governments are pushing to build local battery supply chains. HPQ is positioned within this trend, with funding support and growing interest from potential customers in sectors like drones and defense.

CEO COMMENTARY  

“Reaching an average above 6,500 mAh, with a peak of 6,696 mAh, using a material that has not yet been fully optimized, confirms we have an industrially viable, high-performance solution advancing within our commercialization pathway. To our knowledge, this level of capacity ranks among the highest reported for an industrial 21700-format cell.”said Bernard Tourillon, President and CEO of HPQ Silicon. 

INVESTOR TAKEAWAY

HPQ is moving beyond early testing. Previous versions already showed strong performance over time, and this latest version pushes capacity into a range achieved by only a few global players.

For investors, this strengthens HPQ’s position in ongoing discussions with potential customers. It also shows a clearer path from development to revenue, supported by government funding and a plan to scale production.

There are still risks around securing customers and funding expansion, but the company now has a strong product, backing, and a focused strategy.

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HPQ Closes $3M Financing And Resets Novacium Structure As Battery And Hydrogen Technologies Move Toward Commercialization

Posted by Alavaro Coronel at 5:43 PM on Thursday, March 5th, 2026

When a development-stage technology company raises new capital while simplifying the governance structure of a key technology partner, it can signal a shift in how management plans to advance its programs. In this case, that transition is defined by HPQ Silicon closing a fully subscribed $3 million non-brokered private placement, while simultaneously finalizing its increased ownership and revised governance framework at Novacium SAS.

HPQ Silicon, a Québec-based advanced materials and process development company, intends to use the capital to support general working capital, advance a matching $3 million NRCan-supported silicon-based battery materials program, and continue development of its hydrogen technologies, while the Novacium restructuring is designed to support access to targeted funding programs in France and Europe. Together, these developments provide the company with additional capital and a simplified governance structure as it continues advancing its technology platforms.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

  • $3M Financing Closed: HPQ raised $3M CAD byissuing approximately 18.18 million units.
  • NRCan Program Advancement: Participation in the NRCan-supported silicon battery materials program requires HPQ to incur eligible costs before reimbursement.
  • Novacium Governance Update: Ownership in Novacium increased to 36.8%, while HPQ converted its Category P priority share into common shares, simplifying governance.

STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS

Energy transition technologies and advanced materials development often require significant capital and long development timelines. As electrification expands and demand grows for higher-performance batteries and alternative energy systems, companies are exploring new materials and delivery technologies designed to improve performance and reliability.

Through Novacium, HPQ is advancing silicon-based anode materials. According to previously reported testing results released by the company, Novacium’s GEN3 silicon-based anode batteries demonstrated more than 1,000 charge cycles and approximately a 30% cumulative energy gain compared with graphite-based benchmark batteries under reported testing conditions.

Novacium is also advancing METAGENE, a hydrogen technology platform focused on enabling on-demand energy generation. HPQ holds exclusive North American rights related to that technology through its partnership structure with Novacium.

During the interview, management stated it believes the company now has clearer visibility on potential commercialization pathways, including specialized battery applications, partner-financed fumed silica production facilities, and hydrogen deployments aligned with remote energy needs and critical-minerals development.

The $3M financing, completed with an investor outside Canada, is intended to provide working capital and allow the company to continue advancing its development programs while pursuing potential partnerships, government support, and commercial opportunities.

CEO BERNARD TOURILLON

“We’ve reached the point where the fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants structure just doesn’t work anymore. We believe we know where our revenues are going to come from, and we needed to stop thinking quarter to quarter and fund the plan.”

INVESTOR TAKEAWAY

For investors, the interview outlines management’s view that the financing and Novacium governance changes provide additional capital and structural clarity as HPQ advances its technology platforms.

The private placement supports continued work on the NRCan-supported silicon-anode battery materials program, while also supporting hydrogen technology development and general corporate initiatives.

At the same time, Novacium’s simplified governance structure may help align the company with potential European energy and innovation funding programs, while HPQ’s ownership position in Novacium increases to 36.8%.

Management also indicated that fumed silica commercialization may be pursued through partner-financed plant structures, which could allow HPQ to focus its capital on battery materials and hydrogen technologies.

Overall, management believes the company is positioned to continue advancing its technologies as it works toward potential commercialization opportunities across its battery materials and hydrogen platforms.

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