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PT ANTAM TBK sustained strong operational performance in Q1 2026 with robust gold and nickel sales amid favourable market trends, while pushing forward strategic mineral downstreaming projects including Indonesia's integrated battery ecosystem.

TG Metals has expanded its Van Uden gold resource to 270,800 ounces with a 120% increase in indicated ounces, discovered new mineralisation 550m south, and filed a lithium processing patent at Lake Johnston.

Midas Minerals has unveiled an initial inferred resource of 10.5Mt at 1.6% copper and 21g/t silver for its T-13 deposit in Namibia, alongside a $28 million placement to accelerate drilling and feasibility studies.

Litchfield Minerals secured US$500,000 from BHP's Xplor program and delivered thick copper-zinc intercepts at Oonagalabi, expanding its mineral system model despite operational challenges.

Anteris Technologies has gained U.S. Medicare reimbursement eligibility for its pivotal PARADIGM Trial, clearing a key hurdle for clinical site activation and accelerating its transcatheter heart valve study.

Gorilla Gold Mines has uncovered two new shallow, high-grade gold zones at its Comet Vale project, prompting an accelerated drilling campaign to explore the significant growth potential within its North Kalgoorlie Hub resource base.

Bass Oil’s March quarter saw a 13% production dip due to Cooper Basin rains but secured key gas field acquisitions, a $3.5 million grant, and completed a $3 million capital raise.

Arrow Minerals secures $2.25 million to fund the acquisition of an 80% stake in the Yarraloola Copper Project and plans a 2,000m drilling campaign targeting copper and gold in WA’s Pilbara.

Nova Minerals has sent out its Scheme Booklet to shareholders and warrantholders, setting the stage for a May 29 vote on its proposed move from Australia to the US. The Independent Expert backs the scheme, and directors recommend approval.

IDT Australia is poised for its strongest FY26 finish since its transformation began, forecasting a dramatic narrowing of EBITDA losses and revenue growth driven by strategic partnerships and operational upgrades.

FIN Resources has delivered standout assay results from the first drillhole at Cabin Lake, revealing a broad, continuous high-grade gold system. The 26.2-metre intersection grading 12 g/t Au underpins the project's potential in Canada’s Northwest Territories.

Tinybeans Group has reported its inaugural EBITDA-positive quarter with US$8K profit, driven by strong subscription growth, e-commerce expansion, and operational efficiencies following the Qeepsake acquisition.

Acrux pivots from generics to developing a Female Testosterone therapy for HSDD, leveraging FDA feedback and a strong US market opportunity.

Lake Resources made solid progress on the Exploitation Environmental Impact Assessment for its Kachi Lithium Brine Project, targeting approval in Q3 2026, while maintaining strong liquidity and strategic partnerships.

HighCom Technology secures a nearly A$10 million contract from the Australian Defence for counter small uncrewed aerial systems, marking its first major C-UAS order and reinforcing its defence sector presence.

Atomo Diagnostics capitalises on Lumos Diagnostics’ FebriDx FDA CLIA waiver with over $2 million in new sales orders and a $3 million capital raise, expanding its global footprint and product pipeline.

Aurum Resources has boosted its total gold resources to 4.2 million ounces across two Côte d’Ivoire projects, supported by ongoing drilling and a strategic placement led by Perseus Mining. The company’s strong cash position and board strengthening set the stage for upcoming feasibility milestones.

CONNEQT Health’s Pulse device sales surged to a $7 million annualised run-rate despite a temporary supply hiccup, while the company manages a tight cash runway supported by new R&D loans and related-party funding.

Horseshoe Metals reveals high-grade gold and silver assays that enhance the value of copper Direct Shipping Ore at Horseshoe Lights, unlocking new revenue potential amid strong copper prices and active offtake talks.

Rakon Limited has swung back to profit in FY26, reporting a 24% revenue lift and doubling EBITDA, while Bourns' takeover offer edges closer to completion with 85% shareholder acceptance and pending French regulatory approval.

Oceana Metals is set to transform its portfolio with the acquisition of the Serra Negra rare earths and niobium project in Brazil, backed by a $20 million placement to fund aggressive exploration.

Axtec Limited has sold its PaySure loan book to Real Flow and secured a minority stake in the fintech, marking a strategic shift towards a platform-focused, AI-driven distribution model.

IRIS Metals has revealed a 3.03Mt lithium resource at its fully permitted Beecher Project in South Dakota, featuring a notable rubidium component with a high-grade zone containing around 2,100 tonnes of Rb2O. This positions Beecher as a rare multi-commodity critical minerals asset in a top US mining jurisdiction.

Elsight’s Halo connectivity platform has gained critical approval on the U.S. Department of War’s DCMA Blue List, enabling rapid military procurement amid a historic US$75 billion drone budget surge.