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Jindalee Lithium has secured US government approval for its McDermitt Lithium Project’s exploration plan, reported strong drilling results, and extended exclusivity on a US SPAC listing valued at US$500 million.

Global Lithium Resources has released a strong Definitive Feasibility Study for its Manna Lithium Project, confirming its economic resilience, while also initiating an IPO to spin out its Marble Bar gold assets.

Strata Minerals has secured full ownership of the Zelica Gold Project in WA’s Eastern Goldfields, launched maiden drilling targeting high-grade gold, and expanded the project footprint through a strategic acquisition, supported by a $1.1 million capital raise.

Ioneer Ltd has reported a significant uplift in the economics of its Rhyolite Ridge lithium-boron project, alongside ongoing strategic partnership talks and strong market demand for lithium and boric acid.

Resolution Minerals is fast-tracking development of the historic Golden Gate Tungsten Mine in Idaho, leveraging expert geological insight and acquiring a nearby processing mill and stockpiles amid soaring tungsten prices.

Echo IQ has completed clinical validation of its EchoSolv HF heart failure detection software with the Mayo Clinic Platform, achieving outstanding accuracy. The company has now formally submitted its FDA 510(k) clearance application, positioning itself for significant commercial expansion in the US healthcare market.

Nordic Resources has expanded its Kopsa gold-copper project in Finland through an upsized drilling program, confirming significant new mineralised zones and securing over A$10 million in institutional funding.

Asara Resources has reported robust drilling results at its flagship Kada Gold Project in Guinea and initiated a major resource expansion campaign, alongside a strategic acquisition to broaden its regional footprint.

Dateline Resources has bolstered its financial position with a $35 million institutional placement, setting the stage for expanded drilling and a strategic transition to U.S. reporting standards at its Colosseum Gold-REE Project in California.

Cyprium Metals is advancing its brownfield restart of the Nifty Copper Complex in Western Australia, targeting mid-2026 copper cathode production with a low-capital, high-cash-flow approach. The company has secured $41 million through an institutional placement and entitlement offer to fund exploration and expansion.

Cyprium Metals has raised A$41 million through an oversubscribed equity placement and entitlement offer to accelerate exploration and production growth at its flagship Nifty Copper Complex and regional projects.

ABx Group has reported exceptional rare earth extraction rates exceeding 80% from column leach tests on bulk samples at its Deep Leads project, suggesting heap leaching could outperform traditional tank methods and accelerate commercial production.

Life360 has reported its strongest quarter ever, with record user and subscriber growth in Q4 2025, surpassing full-year revenue and EBITDA guidance. The company forecasts continued momentum with 20% user growth expected in 2026.

Peak Processing has significantly expanded its manufacturing partnership with St. Peter’s Beverages, tripling its SKU production and boosting annual output by up to 700,000 units. This move strengthens its foothold in North America’s cannabis beverage market using proprietary technology.

West Wits Mining has transitioned its Qala Shallows project from mobilisation to underground production, delivering first ore to surface and targeting its first gold pour in March 2026. The company has secured substantial funding to support this milestone and future growth.

Impact Minerals has acquired a 55 sq km tenement covering the historic Huonville gold district near Broken Hill, significantly expanding its landholding and advancing its exploration for copper-gold deposits.

Anteris Technologies has completed a $90 million strategic investment from Medtronic as part of a $320 million capital raise, advancing its DurAVR transcatheter heart valve towards global commercialisation and pivotal clinical trials.

BPM Minerals has reported robust high-grade gold intersections from its maiden drilling at the Beachcomber Prospect within the Forelands Gold Project, Western Australia, confirming a promising south-plunging ore shoot open at depth. The company is gearing up for a follow-up drilling campaign and awaits soil assay results from adjacent targets.

Rhythm Biosciences has begun commercialising its blood-based colorectal cancer test, ColoSTAT®, following key accreditations and validation. The company also secured a strategic partnership with NHS England and expanded its geneType™ platform globally.

Anteris Technologies has closed a $320 million capital raise, combining a $230 million public offering and a strategic private placement with Medtronic, to advance its DurAVR heart valve clinical trials and manufacturing growth.

Celsius Resources has released a Definitive Feasibility Study for its Maalinao-Caigutan-Biyog (MCB) Copper-Gold Project, confirming robust economics and a 35-year mine life. The study highlights strong returns, low operating costs, and a clear path to development in the Philippines.

Accelerate Resources has advanced its gold exploration at Balagundi and manganese prospects in Pilbara, bolstered by a $900,000 capital raise and a strategic joint venture at the Comet Gold Project.

Anteris Technologies Global Corp. has entered a material definitive agreement to raise approximately $320 million through a public offering and a strategic private placement with Medtronic’s subsidiary. The capital will support clinical trials and manufacturing expansion for its innovative heart valve technology.

Euroz Hartleys reports a striking 121% jump in net profit for H1 FY2026, driven by booming equity capital markets activity and rising advisory fees. The company also lifts its interim dividend, signalling confidence amid cyclical market conditions.