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Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has secured a role in the Australian Defence Force’s $1.3 billion Project LAND 156, aiming to develop advanced counter-drone capabilities over the next decade. Initial orders for EOS’s Slinger remote weapon system could boost revenues from 2026 onwards.

Ark Mines reports its Stage-3 drilling at Sandy Mitchell is ahead of schedule, aiming to nearly quintuple its measured mineral resource and fuel a pivotal Pre-Feasibility Study.

Optiscan Imaging Ltd has launched a fully underwritten $17.75 million entitlement offer to fund clinical trials and regulatory clearances for its medical devices, marking a pivotal step in its transition to a commercial medical device manufacturer.

Savannah Goldfields has announced a $15 million placement to strengthen its balance sheet, repay debt, and fund a restart of gold production alongside an ambitious drilling program targeting resource extensions.

betr Entertainment Limited has increased its takeover offer for PointsBet shares to 4.375 betr shares per PointsBet share, valuing each at $1.40 and surpassing MIXI’s cash bid. The company also expanded its selective buy-back pool to $90 million, signaling confidence in its acquisition strategy.

Ava Group Limited reported solid FY25 results with 5% revenue growth to $31.7 million and a turnaround to positive EBITDA of $2.1 million, underpinned by strong demand for its Aura Ai-X security solutions and a robust $88 million sales pipeline.

Stealth Group Holdings has reported a record-breaking 2025 financial year, with sales climbing 27.6% and net profit more than doubling. The company is accelerating its growth strategy, aiming to more than double sales by 2028.

Stealth Group Holdings has reported a landmark FY25 with sales soaring 27.6% to $145.1 million and net profit more than doubling. The company’s strategic investments and operational discipline set the stage for ambitious growth targets through FY28.

Invictus Energy has forged a landmark partnership with Al Mansour Holdings, securing a strategic 19.9% stake and up to US$500 million in funding to advance its Cabora Bassa Project and expand into African upstream oil and gas markets.

archTIS Limited has reported FY25 results with solid ARR growth and completed a transformative acquisition of Spirion LLC, significantly boosting its US market presence and product suite. The company is raising $20.5 million to fund this expansion and accelerate growth.

archTIS Limited has acquired Spirion LLC’s technology, customers, and employees for A$15.7 million, significantly expanding its U.S. presence and product portfolio in data security. The deal adds A$17 million in annual recurring revenue and brings new cross-selling opportunities across a blue-chip customer base.

Kinatico has reported a robust FY25 with 12% revenue growth to $32.1 million, driven by a 54% surge in SaaS revenue and the launch of its new Kinatico Compliance product. The company’s strong cash flow and expanding market position signal a promising future in the evolving RegTech landscape.

WAM Research Limited reported a robust 22.4% increase in its investment portfolio for FY2025, significantly outperforming key ASX indices, while maintaining a high dividend yield of 8.1%.

OMG Group has raised $2 million through a share placement to boost inventory and capitalise on growing demand from major Australian retailers and ecommerce channels.

Critical Metals Corp has signed a multi-year letter of intent to supply rare earth concentrate from its Greenland project to Ucore Rare Metals’ US Department of Defense-backed processing facility, aiming to build a China-independent supply chain.

archTIS Limited reported a 38% revenue decline and an 11.8% rise in net loss for FY2025, yet achieved positive operating cash flow and secured $7.5 million in new capital to accelerate international expansion.

Ark Mines Ltd is fast-tracking its Sandy Mitchell rare earths project in Queensland, backed by a $4.5 million investment from the Queensland Investment Corporation and targeting production by late 2027.

WAM Research Limited reported a robust 22.4% growth in its investment portfolio for FY2025, outperforming key ASX indices and declaring a 10 cents per share dividend, partially franked at 60%. The company’s disciplined focus on undervalued growth stocks underpinned strong returns despite market volatility.

NeuroScientific Biopharmaceuticals reports encouraging early clinical results for its StemSmart™ MSC therapy in preventing and treating kidney transplant rejection and injury.

PolarX Limited has struck a significant joint venture deal with Northern Star Resources, enabling the gold producer to earn up to a 70% interest in the Alaska Range Project through staged investments totaling US$39 million. This partnership aims to accelerate exploration and resource expansion at key copper and gold deposits in Alaska.

Karoon Energy’s 2025 half-year results reveal a 4% rise in production alongside a significant drop in profits, driven by lower oil prices and increased costs. The company advances key projects and completes its Baúna FPSO acquisition, setting the stage for future growth.

Karoon Energy reported a 4% production increase in H1 2025 but saw underlying net profit after tax plunge 61%, driven by lower sales volumes and pricing. The company upgraded Baúna Project reserves by 35% and extended field life by seven years, while preparing for a CEO transition.

Ark Mines is advancing its Stage-3 drilling program at the Sandy Mitchell Rare Earths project ahead of schedule, targeting a substantial increase in measured resources to underpin a Pre-Feasibility Study in early 2026.

NIMY Resources is set to release its maiden JORC Inferred Resource for gallium at the Mons Project in Western Australia, amid promising copper exploration results and strategic US market partnerships.