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Life360 has surged past 100 million monthly active users, posting record revenue and subscriber growth in Q2 2026. Its AI-driven platform and expanding advertising business underpin strong profitability and a confident outlook.

Southern Cross Media Group’s FY26 results reveal a 4.5% revenue drop amid a soft advertising market, but $30 million in merger synergies delivered a year early and digital revenue growth offer a silver lining.

Love Group Global Ltd (ASX:LVE) reported a record net operating cash flow of $974k for FY26, a 49% increase despite a 13% decline in customer cash receipts. The company plans to grow its matchmaking business in Asia and test expansion into the US and UK.

Nine Entertainment has locked in exclusive free-to-air and streaming rights for NRL and NRLW matches from 2028 to 2034, reinforcing its dominance in Australian sports broadcasting and promising continued audience growth.

Motio Limited expects FY26 Cash EBITDA to exceed prior year by more than 24%, driven by record monthly revenues and broad-based business momentum.

Southern Cross Media Group trims FY26 revenue and EBITDA forecasts amid tougher TV advertising conditions, initiating a major cost reduction program targeting up to 300 job cuts and $150 million in annual savings.

Adveritas Limited’s annualised recurring revenue (ARR) has surged to $16.3 million, driven by rapid organic growth of its SME self-serve platform and expanding North American footprint beyond gaming.

ARN Media reported a 10% revenue decline in FY25 but accelerated digital growth and cost savings, while defending ongoing legal disputes with former talent.

Nine Entertainment’s acquisition of QMS Media and sale of Nine Radio mark a strategic pivot, with strong Q3 digital and subscription revenue growth cushioning a cautious Q4 advertising environment.

Vinyl Group lifted its Q3 cash receipts by 24% to $4 million despite seasonal softness and completed the $10.5 million acquisition of Val Morgan Digital, expanding its digital audience to rival major Australian media players. The company now targets an EBITDA positive run-rate in the first half of FY27 amid leadership changes and strategic realignment.

Life360 has reported its first full year of profitability alongside a 32% revenue surge to $489.5 million in 2025, driven by user growth, new Pet GPS subscriptions, and a strategic advertising platform acquisition.

GTN Limited reported a 14.7% revenue decline to $82.5 million and a significant net loss of $40.9 million for the half-year ended December 2025, driven by a $41.5 million impairment charge. The company also announced a $43.9 million return of capital and a strategic exit from aviation operations in Australia and Canada.