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AuKing Mining has bolstered its project portfolio with the acquisition of a Tasmanian tin and silver licence and the Malawi-based Tundulu Rare Earths Project, supported by $5 million in recent equity placements.

Bio-Gene Technology is progressing critical toxicology studies for Flavocide with a targeted APVMA submission in March 2027, while forging a strategic partnership to launch Qcide insecticides in Japan by late 2026.

Sabre Resources (ASX:SBR) has secured 80% stakes in two companies holding nearly 4,000km² of highly prospective gold and copper-gold projects in the Northern Territory, including drill-ready targets analogous to the Tennant Creek Mineral Field. A heavily supported $2 million placement will fund aggressive exploration including imminent drilling.

Paradigm Biopharmaceuticals has upsized a $14 million placement and launched a $2 million SPP, boosting its cash runway to around $45 million. This capital injection supports the ongoing Phase 3 trial for knee osteoarthritis, with interim results expected in Q3 2026.

PYC Therapeutics has gained Orphan Drug Designation from the European Medicines Agency for its VP-001 candidate targeting Retinitis Pigmentosa type 11, enhancing its regulatory and commercial pathway in Europe.

Island Pharmaceuticals has cleared a major regulatory hurdle with the US FDA, confirming a clinical development path for its antiviral Galidesivir under the Animal Rule. Backed by a $9 million capital raise and strategic partnerships, the company is poised for potential US government procurement and biodefence market entry.

Diamond Infraco 1 Pty Ltd, backed by IFM Global Infrastructure Fund, has tabled an all-cash takeover offer for the remaining Atlas Arteria securities at A$4.75, rising to A$5.10 if a 45% stake is secured. The bid comes amid concerns over Atlas Arteria’s recent strategic pivot and operational underperformance.

Tivan Limited has added Major Michael Stone (Retd) to its Technical Advisory Group, leveraging his 25 years of Timor-Leste expertise to boost local engagement and strategic guidance for its copper-gold projects. This move bolsters Tivan’s in-country capabilities as it advances its Turiscai, Baucau, and Ossu exploration portfolio.

Brazilian Rare Earths (ASX: BRE) has reported substantial expansion of its Monte Alto rare earth project with ultra high-grade drilling results and validated low-temperature processing delivering 97% recovery. The company also secured a Trial Mining Licence enabling early production and bulk shipments.

AML3D has maintained a steady $2.2 million quarterly revenue run rate and secured $12.5 million in new orders during 3Q26, pushing its total orders for FY2026 to $29 million. The company is aggressively expanding its US manufacturing footprint and making initial inroads into UK and European defence markets.

IperionX has transitioned its Virginia titanium operations to continuous 24/7 production, ramping proprietary HAMR™ titanium powder output to 4.2 metric tons in March and targeting 200 tons per annum by the end of 2026. Alongside manufacturing capacity expansions and strong U.S. Department of War backing, the company advances its critical minerals project in Tennessee.

Altair Minerals has landed a A$28.2 million strategic placement from Endeavour Mining’s subsidiary at a premium, boosting its treasury to about A$40 million and enabling a major expansion of exploration at the Greater Oko gold project in Guyana.

HITIQ Limited's March quarter saw a remarkable 223% jump in sales to $294k, driven by the nationwide rollout of its PROTEQT™ concussion management system and initial international sales. The company bolstered its governance and advisory ranks while managing funding to support its commercial push.

Sentinel Metals is poised to launch its maiden drilling campaign at the Columbia Gold-Silver Project in Montana, pending final regulatory approval. The company also bolsters its local engagement with a strategic executive hire and advances environmental studies.

Imricor Medical Systems updates its SEC Form 10 with minor SEC-driven revisions as it pushes forward with FDA clearances and clinical trials, reporting a $25.3 million net loss in 2025 amid early-stage commercialisation.

Harvest Technology Group sharpened its international defence focus in Q1 2026, onboarding NATO and commercial clients to its Nodestream platform, progressing new video features, and appointing Jeff Sengelman as Executive Chair amid CEO transition.

Adisyn has confirmed a major graphene breakthrough compatible with semiconductor manufacturing and secured exclusive radar absorption rights, backed by a $14 million placement led by top institutional investors.

Boab Metals has locked in a A$236 million syndicated loan split evenly between AUD and USD tranches to fund the Sorby Hills Silver-Lead Project, with first drawdown expected in Q3 2026 and production targeted for late 2027.

Loyal Metals Ltd has entered a binding scheme implementation deed with Indonesia’s PT Bumi Resources Tbk to sell all shares for A$0.45 each, valuing the company at approximately A$79.1 million. The transaction offers shareholders an immediate cash premium of over 40% and is supported by Loyal’s board and major shareholders.

Dreadnought Resources accelerated progress on gold and critical metals fronts in the March quarter, securing mining approvals, expanding its rare earth portfolio, and delivering high-grade drill results at key prospects.

NEXTDC has launched the retail tranche of its A$1.5 billion fully underwritten entitlement offer at A$12.70 per share, aiming to back accelerated data centre capacity growth amid unprecedented contracted utilisation.