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TruScreen Group Limited has kicked off a NZ$2.9 million capital raising combining a NZ$1 million placement and a NZ$1.94 million rights issue to fund its global expansion and regulatory compliance efforts. The company reported a 42% jump in product sales for FY2026 and is targeting major public health programs across 14 countries.

BLIS Technologies posted a 16% revenue increase to $14.7 million in FY26, resolving a key intellectual property dispute and expanding strategic partnerships, including an extended Probi AB agreement that now covers pet nutrition.

Operator XR, a subsidiary of xReality Group, has landed its first European deal supplying a VR tactical training system to the Swedish Armed Forces, marking its debut in NATO markets.

Gratifii Limited has secured $10 million in new capital to acquire Simplicity Loyalty and invest strategically in Marketplacer, aiming to broaden its loyalty and rewards platform across Australia and New Zealand.

NEXTDC has successfully closed the retail segment of its fully underwritten entitlement offer, securing A$480 million at A$12.70 per share. The total raise of approximately A$1.5 billion demonstrates strong investor backing ahead of the shares commencing trade on 19 May 2026.

ASX has appointed Anthony Attia as its next Managing Director and CEO, bringing nearly 30 years of global exchange experience to guide the company through its ongoing transformation.

Pacific Edge launches a NZ$6 million retail share offer at NZ$0.17 per share following a NZ$25.4 million institutional placement, aiming to strengthen its balance sheet and support Medicare reimbursement efforts for its bladder cancer diagnostics.

Finder Energy (ASX:FDR) is advancing its KTJ Project in Timor-Leste, aiming for a final investment decision by mid-2026 and first oil production by late 2027. Ownership of the Petrojarl I FPSO and strategic alliances underpin a fast-tracked development with forecast production of up to 30,000 barrels per day.

Nexsen has secured a strategic partnership with GHK Hospital Limited in Hong Kong, marking a significant step in validating and commercialising its rapid point-of-care diagnostics across North Asia.

Pacific Edge has raised NZ$25.4 million through an oversubscribed placement priced at NZ$0.17 per share, aiming to bolster operations, support Medicare re-coverage efforts, and advance its bladder cancer diagnostic tests.

The Asian Development Bank ramped up its commitments to $29.3 billion in 2025, driving private sector growth, regional cooperation, and climate resilience across Asia and the Pacific.

Comms Group Limited delivered a robust first half of FY26 with revenue climbing 39% to $37.6 million and underlying EBITDA nearly doubling to $4.5 million, driven by organic growth and the TasmaNet acquisition integration.