NANO Nuclear Announces Opening Keynote Presentation and Platinum Sponsorship at the Upcoming Reuters Events: SMR & Advanced Reactor 2025 Conference
New York, N.Y., May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) ('NANO Nuclear' or 'the Company'), a leading advanced nuclear energy and technology company focused on developing clean energy solutions, today announced that it is the Platinum Sponsor of the upcoming Reuters Events: SMR & Advanced Reactor 2025, to be held in Nashville, Tennessee on 12-13, May 2025.
NANO Nuclear Energy Chief Executive Officer James Walker will lead the opening keynote presentation titled, 'The Growth of U.S. Advanced Reactors -- Wall Street's Success Story' at 9:00am on May 12 th. In the presentation, he will explore how U.S. policy shifts, global energy demand, and the availability of clean energy focused investment capital are hastening the commercialization of advanced nuclear reactors, including small nuclear reactors (known as SMRs) like those being developed by NANO Nuclear, and how NANO Nuclear capitalized on these trends to become the best performing initial public offering in the U.S. of 2024.
'Reuters Events offer a valuable opportunity to engage with stakeholders and leading innovators in the SMR and advanced reactor field,' said James Walker, Chief Executive Officer of NANO Nuclear. 'I'm excited for NANO Nuclear to be the leading sponsor and to personally participate in this year's conference to discuss NANO Nuclear's journey and mission, and gain insights from the broader community shaping the future of nuclear technology.'
Reuters Events: SMR & Advanced Reactor 2025 is the only senior-level meeting point for the SMR community, where 600+ leaders from utilities, financiers, reactor developers, technology providers and regulators unite to create meaningful connections, share trusted insights, and obtain lessons-learned to inform your multi-billion-dollar strategy at pace.
'This conference unites some of the most forward-thinking innovators in the advanced reactor space,' said Professor Massimiliano Fratoni, Senior Director and Head of Reactor Design of NANO Nuclear. 'It's an excellent forum to learn about the direction of the nuclear industry and exchange ideas with those driving progress. I'm looking forward to the informative sessions on offer.'
'NANO Nuclear is executing on schedule, and we expect the next 12 months to include several important regulatory and operational milestones that will help secure our leadership in the U.S. microreactor race,' said Jay Yu, Founder and Chairman of NANO Nuclear. 'The achievement of these milestones would be key as we advance toward construction, demonstration, regulatory licensing and eventual commercialization and deployment for our cutting-edge reactors. I look forward to discussing our progress with investors and industry peers at the upcoming Reuters SMR & Advanced Reactor Conference.'
A replay of Mr. Walker's presentation if produced by Reuters Events: SMR & Advanced Reactor 2025 will be available on NANO Nuclear's website for at least 30 days following the presentation at https://ir.nanonuclearenergy.com/news-events/events.
About NANO Nuclear Energy, Inc.
NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) is an advanced technology-driven nuclear energy company seeking to become a commercially focused, diversified, and vertically integrated company across five business lines: (i) cutting edge portable and other microreactor technologies, (ii) nuclear fuel fabrication, (iii) nuclear fuel transportation, (iv) nuclear applications for space and (v) nuclear industry consulting services. NANO Nuclear believes it is the first portable nuclear microreactor company to be listed publicly in the U.S.
Led by a world-class nuclear engineering team, NANO Nuclear's reactor products in development include patented KRONOS MMR ™ Energy System, a stationary high-temperature gas-cooled reactor that is in construction permit pre-application engagement U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in collaboration with University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (U. of I.), 'ZEUS', a solid core battery reactor, and 'ODIN', a low-pressure coolant reactor, and the space focused, portable LOKI MMR ™, each representing advanced developments in clean energy solutions that are portable, on-demand capable, advanced nuclear microreactors.
Advanced Fuel Transportation Inc. (AFT), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is led by former executives from the largest transportation company in the world aiming to build a North American transportation company that will provide commercial quantities of HALEU fuel to small modular reactors, microreactor companies, national laboratories, military, and DOE programs. Through NANO Nuclear, AFT is the exclusive licensee of a patented high-capacity HALEU fuel transportation basket developed by three major U.S. national nuclear laboratories and funded by the Department of Energy. Assuming development and commercialization, AFT is expected to form part of the only vertically integrated nuclear fuel business of its kind in North America.
HALEU Energy Fuel Inc. (HEF), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is focusing on the future development of a domestic source for a High-Assay, Low-Enriched Uranium (HALEU) fuel fabrication pipeline for NANO Nuclear's own microreactors as well as the broader advanced nuclear reactor industry.
NANO Nuclear Space Inc. (NNS), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is exploring the potential commercial applications of NANO Nuclear's developing micronuclear reactor technology in space. NNS is focusing on applications such as the LOKI MMR ™ system and other power systems for extraterrestrial projects and human sustaining environments, and potentially propulsion technology for long haul space missions. NNS' initial focus will be on cis-lunar applications, referring to uses in the space region extending from Earth to the area surrounding the Moon's surface.
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This news release, the conference presentation referred to herein, and statements of NANO Nuclear's management in connection with this news release and such presentation contain or may contain 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In this context, forward-looking statements mean statements related to future events, which may impact our expected future business and financial performance, and often contain words such as 'expects', 'anticipates', 'intends', 'plans', 'believes', 'potential', 'will', 'should', 'could', 'would' or 'may' and other words of similar meaning. In this press release and the related presentation, forward-looking statements may include those related to NANO Nuclear's development, demonstration and regulatory licensing plans and goals, as well as the anticipated future benefits to NANO Nuclear of being a publicly traded company. These and other forward-looking statements are based on information available to us as of the date of this news release and represent management's current views and assumptions. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, events or results and involve significant known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may be beyond our control. For NANO Nuclear, particular risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in our forward-looking statements include but are not limited to the following: (i) risks related to our U.S. Department of Energy ('DOE') or related state or non-U.S. nuclear fuel licensing submissions, (ii) risks related the development of new or advanced technology and the acquisition of complimentary technology or businesses, including difficulties with design and testing, cost overruns, regulatory delays, integration issues and the development of competitive technology, (iii) our ability to obtain contracts and funding to be able to continue operations, (iv) risks related to uncertainty regarding our ability to technologically develop and commercially deploy a competitive advanced nuclear reactor or other technology in the timelines we anticipate, if ever, (v) risks related to the impact of U.S. and non-U.S. government regulation, policies and licensing requirements, including by the DOE and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, and (vi) similar risks and uncertainties associated with the operating an early stage business a highly regulated and rapidly evolving industry. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this news release. These factors may not constitute all factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in any forward-looking statement, and NANO Nuclear therefore encourages investors to review other factors that may affect future results in its filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov and at https://ir.nanonuclearenergy.com/financial-information/sec-filings. Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as a predictor of actual results. We do not undertake to update our forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this news release, except as required by law.
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Issued on behalf of Avant Technologies Inc. VANCOUVER, BC, June 4, 2025 /CNW/ -- Equity Insider News Commentary – Generative AI is transforming healthcare faster than almost any other sector, according to a new McKinsey report. In a March survey of senior leaders across payers, providers, and healthcare services groups, 85% said they're actively using or exploring the technology. McKinsey's Global Institute estimates Gen AI could unlock $60–110 billion in annual value across pharma and medical products alone. With more AI pilot programs running than ever before, the tech world is racing to meet demand — including new efforts from Avant Technologies, Inc. (OTCQB: AVAI), Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), Butterfly Network, Inc. (NYSE: BFLY), Oracle Corporation (NYSE: ORCL), and Recursion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: RXRX). Investor capital is pouring into AI-driven healthcare, with Pittsburgh-based Abridge AI Inc. pulling in $300 million at a $5.3 billion valuation. While several private players are making headlines, public markets are also heating up. Statista now projects the global AI healthcare market will soar from $11 billion to $188 billion by 2030 — a staggering 37% compound annual growth rate. Avant Technologies, Inc. (OTCQB: AVAI), in partnership with Ainnova Tech, is entering the final prototyping stage of a proprietary, automated retinal imaging device — marking a potential turning point in the companies' shared push toward AI-powered early diagnostics. The new device is designed to operate hands-free and feed imaging data directly into the Vision AI platform, enabling near-instant risk reports without expensive equipment or trained personnel. The companies say the camera, developed under their joint venture Ai-nova Acquisition Corp. (AAC), is expected to cost a fraction of legacy fundus cameras. By combining affordability with automation, the device could expand screening access across primary care clinics and emerging-market providers that have traditionally been priced out of ophthalmic diagnostics. "The cost of a fundus camera has always been a barrier to entry in this market," said Vinicio Vargas, CEO at Ainnova and board member of AAC. "Our low-cost camera, which is a fraction of the cost of currently available cameras on the market, should allow us to not only enter the market, but to capture a large share of the market." But hardware is only half the story. The new camera is being built to integrate seamlessly with Vision AI, Ainnova's diagnostic platform that uses retinal imaging, vital signs, and basic lab inputs to assess risk for a range of diseases. Already in use across clinical sites in Latin America, Vision AI currently supports risk scoring for diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, liver fibrosis, and chronic kidney disease. "Another significant advantage will be that our camera will be seamlessly packaged together with our Vision AI platform, allowing us to refer more patients in less time and accurately to medical specialists," added Vargas. "Also, one of our objectives is to integrate other technologies to this preventive screening, expanding the scope from only diabetic patients to patients who have other risk factors and want to prevent other diseases from a more complete approach." The development comes at a critical time for Avant, which is in active talks to acquire Ainnova outright — a move that would consolidate leadership, simplify operations, and unify the companies under one roof ahead of a planned FDA pre-submission meeting scheduled for next month. The two companies already operate jointly through AAC, which holds global licensing rights to Ainnova's technology portfolio and serves as the commercialization engine for Vision AI and all future device deployments. While Vision AI remains compatible with third-party imaging equipment, the decision to design proprietary hardware marks a strategic shift toward product exclusivity — giving Avant greater control over the end-to-end user experience and enhancing its defensibility in a competitive early diagnostics landscape. Also in development are additional platform modules, including a patented dementia detection tool that combines a five-minute blood test with AI-trained algorithms. Although that technology remains in evaluation, the core platform continues to expand its reach and functionality — evolving from a retinal-focused application into a broader engine for predictive healthcare. "Our purpose is to create the future of early disease detection in an accessible way, so that patients can get a preventive check-up anywhere, at a low cost, and easily," said Vargas in a previous statement. "We want to prevent patients with risk factors from developing other diseases that could have been avoided before they became a real problem. To this end, we are seeking to integrate new technologies into our portfolio within a single platform, both through our R&D efforts and through potential exclusive licenses or acquisitions." As the camera prototype nears completion, Avant is positioning itself for broader market entry. While a launch date has yet to be announced, the integrated platform is designed to reduce diagnostic friction, speed up referrals, and expand access to early-stage health insights — especially in geographies where affordability, not innovation, remains the primary barrier to care. With hardware now entering the pipeline, software validated in clinical settings, and corporate consolidation on the table, Avant is no longer just building an AI model — it's building a diagnostic system. Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT) capped off its fiscal year with strong Q4 results, reporting $8.9 billion in revenue and double-digit earnings growth. "We had a strong close to our fiscal year, and I'm excited to see the progress we are making as our growth drivers continue to build momentum," said Geoff Martha, Chairman and CEO of Medtronic. "The underlying fundamentals of our business are strong, and they are getting stronger." The company highlighted progress across growth franchises, including the launch of BrainSense™ Adaptive Deep Brain Stimulation (aDBS) — its largest-ever commercial rollout of brain-computer interface technology, a milestone in precision neuromodulation. Additionally, Medtronic's AiBLE™ spine surgery ecosystem and connected insulin delivery platforms further signal its growing focus on AI-integrated healthcare solutions. Butterfly Network, Inc. (NYSE: BFLY) kicked off 2025 with strong execution, growing Q1 revenue 20% year-over-year to $21.2 million and narrowing its net loss to $14 million. "2025 is off to a great start. The Butterfly team hit the mark again, delivering right on target with a 20% growth quarter," said Joseph DeVivo, President, CEOah and Chairman of Butterfly Network. "We're very proud of how the Company continues to mature." The company advanced its Butterfly HomeCare pilot program and added two new AI developers to its Butterfly Garden, while existing partner DESKi secured FDA clearance for its AI-driven HeartFocus cardiac app. Its portable iQ3 ultrasound device continued gaining traction, featured on HBO Max's The Pitt and adopted by major U.S. med schools. With a strengthened balance sheet and increasing AI integration, Butterfly reiterated guidance for $96–100 million in 2025 revenue. Oracle Corporation (NYSE: ORCL), through its subsidiary Oracle Health, in partnership with Cleveland Clinic and G42, has announced a strategic collaboration to develop a global AI-powered healthcare delivery platform. The initiative will combine Oracle's cloud and AI infrastructure with Cleveland Clinic's clinical expertise and G42's advanced AI models to deliver scalable, secure, and affordable care. "Aging populations, rising costs, and the complexity of care demand a complete reinvention of how healthcare is provided," said Larry Ellison, Executive Chairman and CTO of Oracle. " Oracle's AI Data Platform and suite of clinical applications can help us understand disease and population health in ways that fuel scientific breakthroughs, reduce the cost of care delivery, and improve patient care. Together with Cleveland Clinic and G42, we will deliver the modern tools providers need to help people live longer, healthier lives." Designed to support precision medicine and real-time clinical intelligence, the platform aims to improve outcomes while reducing costs across the U.S., UAE, and beyond. Recursion Pharmaceuticcals, Inc. (NASDAQ: RXRX) announced early Phase 2 results from its TUPELO trial evaluating REC-4881 in patients with Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), a rare genetic disorder with no approved therapies. "For patients with FAP, who currently lack FDA-approved treatment options, Recursion's AI-powered Recursion OS platform identified a promising approach through MEK 1/2 inhibition," said Najat Khan, PhD, Chief R&D Officer and Chief Commercial Officer at Recursion. "By analyzing cellular models of APC gene loss, we uncovered a potential first-in-disease treatment and are excited to share our preliminary findings." The AI-discovered MEK1/2 inhibitor reduced polyp burden by a median of 43% in just 13 weeks among evaluable patients, with 83% showing clinical response. The study also reported improvements in upper GI disease severity and a manageable safety profile consistent with known MEK inhibitors. REC-4881 was developed through Recursion's in-house AI platform, Recursion OS, which analyzed APC gene loss models to generate a novel treatment pathway. 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SSR Mining Announces Temporary Suspension of Operations at Seabee Due to Power Interruptions Caused by Forest Fires
SSR Mining Inc. (Nasdaq/TSX: SSRM) ('SSR Mining' or the 'Company') announces that operations at Seabee have been temporarily suspended due to power interruptions caused by forest fires in the vicinity of the mine. The forest fires are currently located approximately 15 kilometers to the north of the site. At this stage, the fire does not pose an immediate threat to site and infrastructure, however normal-course safety precautions are being taken to ensure the safety of our staff. Further updates will be provided as necessary. SSR Mining is listed under the ticker symbol SSRM on the Nasdaq and the TSX.
