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Seven West Media reported a solid second half earnings rebound driven by strong growth in its 7plus streaming platform, helping to counteract declines in traditional broadcast TV revenue. Despite a 4% revenue dip for FY25, the company’s digital pivot shows promising momentum.

Linius Technologies has secured its first commercial contract for Captivate, a fan engagement platform that personalizes sports video experiences, with Honest Technology Partners. The deal guarantees over A$250,000 in revenue across two years, marking a significant milestone for Linius in the sports technology arena.

Sky New Zealand has finalized its acquisition of Discovery NZ Limited for a nominal sum, aiming to leverage significant cost synergies and diversify revenue streams. Despite Discovery NZ’s recent losses, Sky projects a positive cash flow impact and a pathway to meaningful earnings growth by FY28.

BirdDog Technology Limited reported a 6.9% increase in quarterly sales to A$4.3 million, driven by the successful launch of two next-generation broadcast products and a strong cash position ahead of a planned share buy-back.

Equatorial Resources Limited reports progress in its ICSID arbitration against the Republic of Congo and faces uncertainty over exploration permits in Guinea, while maintaining a solid cash position.

Sky Network Television is set to acquire Discovery NZ for a nominal $1, instantly boosting its revenue by around NZD 95 million and expanding its digital footprint through the ThreeNow platform.

Audinate Group has completed its $28 million acquisition of Iris Studio, a US-based leader in AI-powered, cloud-based camera control technology, marking a significant expansion into video production solutions.

Tinybeans Group Limited has reported a second straight quarter of positive operating cash flow alongside steady subscriber growth and new product launches, signaling a turning point for the family-focused subscription platform.

Sports Entertainment Group (SEG) is set to become the sole broadcaster of all three Victorian racing codes after agreeing to acquire RSN’s brand and broadcasting assets for $3.25 million.

The Takeovers Panel has modified its restrictions on ARN Media’s voting rights over Southern Cross Media shares, gradually lifting limitations starting July 2025. This change reshapes the shareholder voting landscape ahead of key resolutions.

Southern Cross Media Group has finalized the sale of its remaining television assets, fully committing to its 'All About Audio' strategy with a 5% rise in audio revenues for FY25 and a renewed focus on debt reduction and dividends.

BirdDog Technology has postponed its shareholder meeting to July 22, raising its share buy-back price by 40% to 7 cents ahead of a proposed ASX delisting. Major shareholders back the move, signaling strong support for the company’s exit plan.