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Altech Batteries has won conditional approval for a €46.11 million German government grant to support its innovative CERENERGY Sodium-Chloride Solid-State battery project, advancing plans for a 120 MWh manufacturing facility in Saxony.

Mineral Commodities Limited has made its CEO role redundant following the appointment of voluntary administrators, signalling deep restructuring ahead.

Janus Electric has secured full California Air Resources Board approval for its JCM 540 battery-electric truck conversion system, enabling fleet operators to access up to US$90,000 in government vouchers per vehicle. This milestone accelerates Janus’ entry into the lucrative California zero-emission freight market.

Scout Security has inked a pivotal deal with global insurtech leader Bolt to supply water sensor kits, marking its strategic entry into the US insurance technology sector and validating its recent acquisition of Roo Inc.

MinRex Resources Limited and Electrum Discovery Corp. have agreed to merge, creating a well-capitalised gold-copper exploration company with advanced projects in Serbia and Australia. The combined entity aims to accelerate resource growth and exploration across two Tier-1 jurisdictions.

Global Laser Enrichment, licensee of Silex’s laser uranium enrichment technology, has won a $28 million U.S. Department of Energy award to push next-gen nuclear fuel innovation, despite missing out on a larger $900 million contract.

WAM Active Limited has reported its strongest investment performance since inception, with a 41.4% return over 12 months and increased fully franked dividends, signalling confidence in its dynamic portfolio strategy heading into 2026.

American Tungsten & Antimony Ltd is set to submit a Notice of Intent for its first diamond drilling program at the Tennessee Mountain Tungsten Project in Nevada, aiming to validate historic high-grade mineralisation and establish a formal resource estimate.

Andean Silver Limited has doubled its Share Purchase Plan to A$6 million following overwhelming shareholder demand, raising total funds of A$36 million to accelerate exploration at its Cerro Bayo Silver-Gold Project.

Lithium Universe Limited has taken a significant step forward in its North American lithium refining ambitions by confirming the suitability of a Brownsville, Texas site for its second refinery. This move supports a binational platform designed to meet surging demand for battery-grade lithium carbonate.

Pilot Energy has secured a $10.75 million joint development agreement with SN Energy to build a hybrid solar and battery storage project alongside a proposed 50MW data centre at Three Springs.

Orthocell has reported a record $3.2 million in quarterly revenue, marking its seventh consecutive quarter of growth, driven by strong sales of its Remplir™ nerve repair product in Australia and early traction in the US market.

Terra Metals has announced a significant new discovery of platinum group metal, copper, and nickel sulfide mineralisation at the SW6 target within its Dante Project, signalling a promising expansion of its mineral resource base.

EQ Resources has reported a significant 33% increase in tungsten production for the December quarter, coinciding with record-breaking tungsten prices that continue to climb into 2026.

Adisyn Ltd has successfully demonstrated low-temperature deposition of an sp²-based carbon layer using Atomic Layer Deposition, a milestone independently verified and critical for semiconductor integration.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has secured a pivotal US$50 million Letter of Support from Export Finance Australia, finalising the export credit agency-led debt package for its Colossus Rare Earths Project. This milestone positions the project to advance towards full funding and a Final Investment Decision in the second half of 2026.

St George Mining reports exceptional diamond drilling results from its Araxá Rare Earths and Niobium Project in Brazil, revealing thick, high-grade mineralisation from surface that supports a significant resource upgrade.

Lion Energy has struck a pivotal farm-out deal with OPIC, securing 88% funding for its 2026 Bula Karang exploration well in Indonesia’s East Seram PSC, significantly reducing its financial exposure while retaining substantial upside.

Nexsen Limited has initiated FDA engagement for its rapid Group B Streptococcus diagnostic sensor, aiming for expedited US market entry, while bolstering its leadership team and scientific credentials.

Locksley Resources has identified a significant high-grade silver and polymetallic mineralised corridor extending nearly 3km at its Mojave Project in California, marking a major step forward in its exploration strategy.

Southern Cross Gold Consolidated has reported exceptional high-grade gold and antimony drill results at its Sunday Creek Project, including a standout 12.2m intercept at 33.3 g/t AuEq. The drilling has connected two major mineralized systems, expanding the project's potential significantly.

Life360 has completed its $120 million acquisition of advertising tech firm Nativo, expanding its reach and capabilities in family-focused digital advertising. The company also announced surpassing 50 million monthly active users in the U.S., positioning it alongside major consumer platforms.

Olympio Metals has released final assay results from its 2025 drilling at the Bousquet Gold Project, revealing multiple high-grade gold intersections and confirming a large, continuous mineralised system.

Monadelphous Group Limited has secured a $175 million contract with BHP to deliver critical construction works on a car dumper at Finucane Island, reinforcing its strong partnership with the mining giant.