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#TEK Tekcapital Plc – Lucyd – Global Licensing Agreement Nautica Brand
Tekcapital Plc (AIM: TEK, OTCQB: TEKCF), the UK intellectual property investment group is pleased to announce Innovative Eyewear, Inc. (“Innovative Eyewear”) (NASDAQ: LUCY; LUCYW), a developer and retailer of cutting-edge smart eyewear and a subsidiary of portfolio company Lucyd Ltd, has licensed the global lifestyle brand Nautica® for smart eyewear.
“The Nautica smart eyewear line will stay true to the brand essence of bringing the inspiration of the sea into smart eyewear that is modern and innovative,” says Harrison Gross, CEO of Innovative Eyewear, Inc. “Our Nautica® smart eyewear collection, powered by Lucyd®, will align perfectly with today’s lifestyle, as we believe consumers are looking for designer eyewear that allows them to reman connected to their digital lives.”
The Nautica smart eyewear collection is expected to launch for Holiday 2022 or soon thereafter.
About Nautica®
Nautica is a leading global lifestyle brand for men, women, and children, which includes home bedding collections. As a nautical-influenced classic American sportswear brand, we inspire and enable people to experience the joy of water. Nautica is one of the most recognized American brands throughout the world, with over 35 categories available in more than 65 countries with 76 Nautica stores and 291 International stores, and over 1,400 Nautica branded shop in shops worldwide. For more information, please visit https://www.nautica.com/.
About Innovative Eyewear, Inc.
Innovative Eyewear is a developer and retailer of smart eyewear, which are designed to allow the users to remain connected to their digital lives, while also offering prescription eyewear and sun protection. The Company believes that traditional frames, no matter how attractive, do not possess the functionality that many eyeglass wearers need and want. Smart eyewear is a multifunctional product that addresses the needs of the optical, hearables and digital assistant markets. We believe that the Company’s products are well positioned in this rapidly growing wearables ecosystem, with the mission to Upgrade Your Eyewear®. For more information, please visit www.lucyd.co .
Tekcapital currently owns 100% of the share capital of Lucyd Ltd and 5,189,086 shares (approximately 71%) of its U.S. operating subsidiary, Innovative Eyewear, Inc.
For further information, please contact:
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SP Angel Corporate Finance LLP (Nominated Adviser and Broker) |
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Richard Morrison/Charlie Bouverat (Corporate Finance)/Abigail Wayne / Rob Rees (Corporate Broking)
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Flagstaff Strategic and Investor Communications |
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Tim Thompson/Andrea Seymour/Fergus Mellon |
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About Tekcapital plc
Tekcapital creates value from investing in new, university-developed discoveries that can enhance people’s lives and provides a range of technology transfer services to help organisations evaluate and commercialise new technologies. Tekcapital is quoted on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange (AIM: symbol TEK) and is headquartered in the UK. For more information, please visit www.tekcapital.com .
#KAV Kavango Resources Plc – KCB – Drill Rig Mobilisation
Botswana focussed metals exploration company Kavango Resources plc (LSE:KAV) (“Kavango”) is pleased to announce that Mindea Exploration and Drilling Services Pty (“Mindea”) has mobilised the multi-purpose drill rig (the “Rig”) for the Company’s maiden drill campaign in the Kalahari Copper Belt (“KCB”).
PL082/2018 is one of Kavango’s most advanced prospecting following extensive surface exploration and geophysical surveying across the entire area.
The Rig has been mobilised to conduct a first phase drill programme on PL082/2018, where Kavango is targeting a potential analogue to Khoemacau’s Banana Zone deposit. The Banana Zone deposit sits immediately to the south of Ghanzi Ridge and exhibits similar geophysical characteristics to survey data acquired by Kavango over PL082/2018.
HIGHLIGHTS
– Drill rig mobilisation
– Mindea has deployed a rig capable of reverse circulation (“RC”) and diamond core (“DC”) drilling to PL082/2018
– Drill camp and first drill pad prepared
– First phase drilling programme
– Drilling to commence no later than 9 October
– Expected completion by early November
– Up to 6 holes (est. 1,250m) designed to test the Northern and Central anomalies (announced >>> 29 September 2022)
– CSAMT
– Kavango has also commenced a Controlled-Source Audio MagnetoTelluric (“CSAMT”) survey of up to 17 line-km over PL082/2018
– Goal is to map subsurface structures to optimise drill orientation
Ben Turney, Chief Executive Officer of Kavango Resources, commented:
“In keeping with our ambitions in the Kalahari Copper Belt, we have moved fast to mobilise the rig. The speed at which we are able to work demonstrates how much progress we’ve made over the past year.
PL082/2018 is our best immediate target in the KCB. It is our most advanced licence and demonstrates the best geology at surface, which we hope could prove to be telling.
We’ve achieved near total coverage across this licence in terms of geophysical surveying, geological mapping and soil sampling. While the CSAMT survey could yet still provide a new valuable data source, we are confident in the targeting work we’ve completed to date/
We expect this first phase drill programme will last around a month, with samples sent immediately for laboratory testing. Results from this will guide future drilling.
In the meantime, our team in the field has worked hard over the last week to finalise preparations. The drill camp is set up, the first pad is prepared, and the rig is on course to commence its work later this week.
Drilling is always the most exciting activity for any exploration company, and we look forward to what the next few weeks will bring.”
First phase drill programme details
Under the terms of its contract with Kavango, Mindea has mobilised its multi-purposed rig for a first phase drilling programme (the “Drill Programme”) on PL082/2018 in the KCB. Kavango has established an exploration camp in the drilling area and cleared the first drill pad.
The Drill Programme will consist of an initial 6 holes for 1,250m of drilling designed to test 2 discrete copper geochemical anomalies (the “Target Zones”), which are aligned with mapped underlying geology at PL082/2018 (announced >>> 26th August 2022).
The details of the Target Zones are as follows:
I) Central Zone (Cu: >30ppm, Max 118.8ppm)
– Follows the geological trend of a sub outcropping anticline. This anticline forms the dome that hosts the Zeta and Plutus copper deposits located by Discovery Metals to the North East. The elevated copper values are postulated to represent a possible leakage zone from an underlying redox contact
– The unit has been mapped to extend over the length of PL082/2018, extending over 27km, and is also characterised by a zone of elevated magnetic response
– Infill soil sampling (announced >>> 29th September 2022) confirmed elevated readings along the Target, further strengthening its prospectivity
II) Northern Zone (Cu: >30ppm, Max 39.7ppm)
– A robust anomaly occurring in an area with no outcrop (under Kalahari cover) on the edge of a magnetic high that bears similarities to the Ourea and Quirinus copper deposits identified by Discovery Metals in 2009. These deposits are interpreted to be on the limbs of tight anticlines
– Previous work by Kavango identified an Airborne ElectroMagnetic (“AEM”) conductor, which coincides with the geochemical northern zone identified in this latest work
– Infill soil sampling confirmed that the Target extends over 9km of geological strike length and has a maximum width of 650m, which may comprise up to three separate parallel anomalies, with a peak value of 43ppm Cu (pXRF values)
Drilling is expected to complete by early November. Upon completion, samples will be sent to an internationally accredited laboratory for testing.
Kavango has so far identified 188 drill collar locations and aims ultimately to complete up to 37,600m or RC and diamond drilling (announced >>> 30th September 2022). These locations are centred on 14 priority target areas delineated across 4 of the Company’s 12 KCB licences, where field exploration is ongoing.
CSAMT details
Kavango has also initiated a CSAMT survey of up to 17 line-km within PL082/2018. The Company’s objective is to provide resolution of the anticipated anticline structure and to ensure optimal drill orientation.
Further information in respect of Kavango and its business interests is provided on the Company’s website at www.kavangoresources.com and on Twitter at #KAV.
For further information please contact:
Kavango Resources plc
Ben Turney
+46 7697 406 06
First Equity (Joint Broker)
+44 207 374 2212
Jason Robertson
SI Capital Limited (Joint Broker)
+44 1483 413500
Nick Emerson
Kavango Competent Person Statement
The technical information contained in this announcement pertaining to geology and exploration have been read and approved by Brett Grist BSc(Hons) FAusIMM (CP). Mr Grist is a Fellow of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy with Chartered Professional status. Mr Grist has sufficient experience that is relevant to the exploration programmes and geology of the main styles of mineralisation and deposit types under consideration to act as a Qualified Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the ‘Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves’.
Alan Green discuss #KAV Kavango Resources, #ARB Argo Blockchain & #TM1 Technology Minerals on the Vox Podcast
Alan Green discuss #KAV Kavango Resources, #ARB Argo Blockchain & #TM1 Technology Minerals on the Vox Market Podcast
Is the hype finally over for Bitcoin, Altcoins and NFTs?
By Arjun Thakkar and Alan Green
Crypto volatility is back…and then some! Some investors called it downtrend others call it a cryptocurrency reset. The recent cryptocurrency crash wiped out nearly $1 trillion of wealth; Bitcoin fell by 30% while Ethereum dropped by 45% between Dec 2021 – Jan 2022. Although data shows 70% of crypto investors joined the market in 2021, the question everyone is asking is whether crypto market dilution and the uninitiated selling out is the reason for the downtrend, or rathermore is it due to new and better Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) offering better value? It could of course be nothing more than a normal market correction? Let’s discover!
Theoretically, there is an inverse relationship between interest rates and the prices of opportunity costs such as stock prices, commodity prices and crypto valuation. Moves by central banks such as the Federal Reserve and Bank of England over the past few weeks have had a major influence on the financial markets. We now know that Russia is considering a ban on cryptocurrency and China has announced fresh regulations that include the banning of mining, a massive clamp down on ICOs, all of which has contributed to the huge sell-off.
Despite the fact that monetary policies and interest rates will affect prices in the short-term, the manner in which blockchain or cryptocurrency will be utilized in the future will largely determine its longevity and relevance. Financial institutions such as JP Morgan have started using blockchain technology for the security, speed and privacy of end-to-end transactions. It is already widely accepted that blockchain can be used to verify documents and speed up process with the help of smart contracts in industries like real estate or insurance.
Put simply blockchain and crypto currencies are here to stay. Governments and sovereignties including El Salvador have already adopted Bitcoin as legal tender, so the gradual recognition and acceptance of blockchain and cryptocurrency as legal tender seems almost inevitable despite the recent moves by the Chinese government and the Russian central bank to enforce regulations. But even the latest developments in Russia suggest that President Vladimir Putin and the Russian Finance ministry have changed tack and backed blockchain and crypto mining, albeit with measures to tax and regulate the crypto mining industry.
Altcoins
Despite the recent price correction and downturn affecting all cryptocurrencies, our view is that this is little more than a systemic risk and ‘healthy’ market correction. It is worth considering the individual performances (pre correction) of many altcoins such as Solana and Cardano, which have blasted onto the scene giving higher returns than well-known cryptos like Bitcoin and Ethereum. This despite both Solana and Cardano being built on Ethereum and relying on the Ethereum Blockchain to function.
The rising popularity of these altcoins is due to their improved functionality and their ability to facilitate smart contracts and host decentralized applications at a lower cost than giant rivals like Ethereum. Not only do they offer lower transaction costs but altcoins like Solana are faster and can handle around 50,000 more transactions per second.
Although Solana, Cardano and Ethereum can be used to deliver smart contracts, there are still questions over Bitcoin’s use and functionality going forward? Currently the primary purpose of Bitcoin is to facilitate the transfer of funds via a secure network, although it is worth noting that companies like Coinsilium (AQSE: COIN) (OTCQB: CINGF), are engaged in partnerships to build a Bitcoin marketplace for NFTs and to enable transition of RSK blockchain standard NFTs to other blockchain standard NFTs including Ethereum.
NFTs
Another burgeoning sector in the crypto and blockchain space is of course Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). These were hugely popular a few months back, and some were created by celebrities including William Shatner, Leonardo Messi and Justin Bieber. It does seem at the moment that some of the initial hype has waned so the question remains; are NFTs still a relevant asset class or were they just a flash in the pan?
Our belief is that although interest has waned in the short term, this has largely come about as a result of other major global events and developments taking centre stage as already outlined. Omicron, followed by a stock market and crypto market crash in January 2022 due to Russia and China moves against crypto currency have seen many less experienced investors sell up and get out. These events may have combined to move focus away from the NFT hype in the short term, but we believe longer term the hype and demand for NFTs will return. The size of the NFT market passed $40 billion in 2021 and is expected to double by 2025.
And NFTs are still catching the headlines too. Celebrities Kevin Hart and Paris Hilton recently bought a Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT for over $300,000.
Apart from the traditional use of NFTs as a form of art, they also offer the potential to buy digital lands in virtual worlds like the metaverse, and the potential to license and publish music ownership. Interest and hype may ebb and flow, but NFTs are definitely here to stay.
Stick or Twist
In summary, we believe that while the sharp price movements in cryptocurrency will continue, altcoins like Solana and Cardano with their higher transaction speeds and lower gas fees offer great potential from here on. Alternative uses for Bitcoin – the king of crypto, such as a Bitcoin marketplace for NFTs adds a new dimension and functionality to the original cryptocurrency and a potential target price of $100k in a couple of years.
All in all, for investors able to cope with the sharp price movements, investing into Bitcoin, Altcoins and NFTs looks likely to deliver an increase in portfolio value over the longer term, and always the potential to deliver spectacular quick gains for short term traders. In pontoon parlance – Twist!
UK Investor Magazine Podcast – Argo Blockchain, Bellway and UK Inflation with Alan Green
Alan Green joins the Podcast as we drill down into the biggest themes in markets and a selection of UK shares.
For this Podcast it would be hard to avoid the latest inflation data and what it means for a potential rate hike from the Bank of England this year. We explore what this could mean for markets.
Alan has been watching Argo Blockchain and we delve into the latest developments and whether the valuation is justified.
Having discussed Barratts last week we compare Bellway and their response to supply chain issues after a bumper set of results.
MoneySuperMarket is also paid consideration and we give our views on how the business should evolve if investors are to see shares reach recent highs again.
NFT Vision Hack – Alan Green talks to Coinsilium (AQX: COIN, OTCQB: CINGF) CEO Eddy Travia
Alan Green talks to Eddy Travia, CEO & Co-Founder of Coinsilium (AQX: #COIN, OTCQB: $CINGF), a Blockchain & Open Finance venture builder based in Gilbratar.
Eddy talks about his role in the evolution of Coinsilium from the first ever blockchain IPO on the Aquis market, through to the move to Gilbraltar and last year’s pivot to become a venture builder in the blockchain and Non Fungible Token space.
We look at the Nifty Labs JV between Indorse and Coinsilium, and the potential of the new NFT Marketplace currently under development. We then discuss NFT Vision Hack, an NFT focussed global hackathon organised jointly between Coinsilium and Indorse, and Eddy outlines what he expects from it, before Eddy discusses the NFT market in comparison to the cryptocurrency market
We finish with a look at the financial position of Coinsilium ahead of the interims, before Eddy provides some H2 2021 milestones to look out for.
Catenae Innovation #CTEA – Result of General Meeting
The Board of Catenae (AIM:CTEA), the AIM quoted provider of digital media and technology announces that at the General Meeting held today, all resolutions were duly passed.
For further information:
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Catenae Innovation Plc Tony Sanders |
Tel: 020 7979 7826 |
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Cairn Financial Advisers LLP, Nominated Adviser Liam Murray / Jo Turner |
Tel: 020 7213 0880 |
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Alexander David Securities Limited, Joint Broker David Scott /James Dewhurst |
Tel: 020 7448 9820 |
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Turner Pope Investments Limited, Joint Broker |
Tel: 020 3621 4120 |
Brand Comms Podcast – Brand CEO Alan Green talks to Catenae Innovation #CTEA CEO Tony Sanders
Brand Comms CEO Alan Green talks to Tony Sanders, CEO of AIM listed Catenae Innovation (CTEA). Tony explains how Catenae have developed a range of blockchain applications for Onside, Onguard and Onsite, an application for multiple commercial processes. Tony talks through a recent contract win: a Firedoor inspection contract, which creates an annual annuity stream plus revenue per transaction. On the recent funding, Tony discusses the management team, which between them have invested over £300k from over the past 2 placings and now own over 7% between them. He explains how the funds will be used for sales and marketing, and how Catenae are one of the few companies around the world already earning money from the commercial application of blockchain in areas other than crypto currency.
Thought for the Day: Catenae Innovation #CTEA – Golden Building Blocks
Thought for the Day:
The market seems to have completely missed the significance of the recent placing at Catenae Innovation #CTEA 
. Between them, the board have spent over £110k buying shares (over £300k including the last placing), institutional investor Miton bought more stock to maintain their current holding AND after spending £75k of his own money in the placing, CEO Tony Sanders now owns 3.38% of the company. For any retail investor seeking a blockchain investment proposition, these are golden building blocks that simply cannot be ignored; it is a huge vote of confidence in the company and its future.
Catenae Innovation (CTEA) Result of Annual General Meeting
Result of Annual General Meeting
At the Annual General Meeting of the Company held today, all resolutions were duly passed.
For further information:
| Catenae Innovation Plc Tony Sanders |
Tel: 020 7929 7826 |
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Cairn Financial Advisers LLP, Nominated Adviser |
Tel: 020 7213 0880 |
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Alexander David Securities Limited, Broker |
Tel: 020 7448 9820 |