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Music Licensing, Inc. (OTC: SONG) has engaged a PCAOB-registered audit firm to review its semi-annual financials for the period ending June 30, 2025. This move, following their July 2 announcement, signifies a commitment to PCAOB-compliant financial reporting, increased transparency, and regulatory adherence. SONG manages over 2.5 million musical works, holding an estimated 7.4% of the U.S. public performance rights market, licensing music to platforms like TikTok and iHeartMedia. The audit aims to build investor confidence and facilitate future capital market activities.

Barclays has appointed Alex Ham as Global Chairman of Investment Banking, effective in early 2026. Ham, previously Co-CEO of Deutsche Numis, brings extensive experience in connecting high-growth European companies with global investors. This move signals Barclays’ ambition to strengthen its position in advising innovative businesses, leveraging Ham’s network and expertise to enhance its global franchise, particularly in ECM and M&A, and connect with venture capitalists and private equity investors. The appointment aims to boost Barclays’ profile and deal flow.

Cango Inc. (NYSE: CANG) has completed its strategic shift to Bitcoin mining with a new Board and senior management team. Xin Jin, founder and CEO of Antalpha Platform Holding Company, is the new Chairman. Peng Yu, with experience in BTC mining, energy, and asset management, assumes the role of CEO. The leadership changes coincide with the resignations of Xiaojun Zhang and Jiayuan Lin. This transformation signals Cango’s ambition to establish a presence in the digital asset space.

Otis Worldwide reported mixed second-quarter 2025 results, with service driving growth amid new equipment headwinds, particularly in China. Service net sales rose 6%, with organic sales up 4%, and the service operating profit margin expanded. Modernization orders surged 22%. While overall net sales were flat, excluding China, new equipment orders climbed 11%. The company reaffirms its 2025 EPS outlook.

Expro launched its BRUTE® High-Pressure, High Tensile Packer System on July 23, 2025, designed for extreme deepwater conditions. The system allows equipment to be set higher in the wellbore, reducing rig time and risk. Paired with the BRUTE® 2 Storm Valve, it offers a robust solution. Following a successful deployment of the 12.25” system, Expro is introducing a 20”/22” Packer System to address issues with high-pressure wellhead housings, increasing expansion capacity for casing testing and suspension. Initial deployments have validated the system’s pressure integrity and performance.

TotalEnergies and CMA CGM are partnering in a 50/50 JV to develop LNG bunkering in Rotterdam. The JV includes a new 20,000 m³ LNG bunker vessel by 2028 and aims to offer seamless logistics in the ARA region. TotalEnergies will supply CMA CGM with up to 360,000 tons of LNG annually from 2028-2040, supporting CMA CGM’s Net Zero Carbon goal and dual-fuel LNG-powered fleet expansion. The collaboration will enhance LNG delivery and operational efficiency, furthering decarbonization in maritime transport.

PayPal unveils “PayPal World,” a platform connecting global payment systems and digital wallets, starting with PayPal and Venmo interoperability, linking nearly two billion users. Launch partners include Mercado Pago, NPCI, Tenpay Global. It allows users to pay international businesses with their local wallet and currency, and businesses to reach a broader audience with existing infrastructure. The tech-agnostic platform supports future wallet expansion and agentic shopping with AI.

Silver Elephant Mining (SILEF) sold 3,000,000 Oracle Commodity Holding Corp shares on July 18th and 21st, 2025, generating $60,035. This reduces their stake in Oracle from 31.45% to 28.56% non-diluted (22.27% fully diluted). Proceeds will fund general operations. Silver Elephant retains the option to adjust its Oracle portfolio based on market conditions. They still holds 29,700,110 Oracle shares after the sale.

First Northern Community Bancorp appoints Richard A. Bedoya to its Board of Directors, effective July 17, 2025, replacing Foy McNaughton. Bedoya brings 30+ years of experience in automotive and agriculture, including roles at DuPratt Ford Auburn and Dixon Bee Company. President Jeremiah Smith cites Bedoya’s business acumen and community ties as ideal assets. Bedoya expresses enthusiasm to contribute to the bank’s growth. First Northern Bank, operating since 1910 with 14 branches, is known for personalized banking and expertise in various types of lending.

Pulse Seismic Inc. (OTCQX:PLSDF) announced strong Q2 2025 results with revenue up 172% to $41.1 million in H1 and net earnings reaching $22.9 million. The company declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.0175 per share and a special dividend of $0.20 per share, totaling $11.0 million. Pulse Seismic boasts $25.9 million in cash, an 86% EBITDA margin, and generated $27.2 million in shareholder free cash flow in H1 2025. They also hold Canada’s largest licensable seismic data library.