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Berkeley Energia advances critical minerals exploration with promising lithium and rubidium findings at its Conchas Project, while escalating a $1 billion arbitration against Spain over uranium project permitting. Political shifts in Spain’s nuclear policy add a new dimension to the company’s strategic outlook.

archTIS reports robust quarterly growth with a 17% rise in annual recurring revenue and key defence contracts secured across the US, UK, Japan, and Australia. A recent $7.5 million capital raise positions the company for further international expansion.

Sun Silver Limited reports breakthrough high-grade silver-gold intercepts at Maverick Springs alongside a $30 million capital raise to accelerate exploration and development.

Hastings Technology Metals has secured shareholder approval for a joint venture with Wyloo, granting Wyloo a 60% stake and operational control of the Yangibana Rare Earths Project, setting the stage for accelerated development and production.

RemSense Technologies closed FY2025 with a positive EBITDA and expanding virtualplant platform usage among major clients, setting the stage for significant growth in FY2026. The company’s strategic hires and new contracts highlight its rising footprint in industrial digital transformation.

Renegade Exploration has acquired four promising projects in Nevada's Walker Lane trend, revealing impressive high-grade gold and silver samples, while advancing its Yukon and Australian assets amid a recent $1.8 million capital raise.

Stelar Metals has been granted a new exploration licence in South Australia targeting titanium-rich heavy mineral sands, while also uncovering promising tin potential at its New South Wales Trident Project.

Aurora Labs has advanced its micro gas turbine program with key test bench upgrades, a significant Defence grant, and strategic partnerships, positioning itself for international defence market entry.

BluGlass Limited has secured its first order from the Indian Department of Defence and reported a significant 16% improvement in visible laser efficiency, alongside raising $7.6 million to support growth.

Ionic Rare Earths’ Belfast plant is ramping up production of critical heavy rare earth oxides to meet soaring demand from Western markets following China’s export restrictions. This strategic move positions the company as a key supplier for defence, renewables, and advanced manufacturing sectors.

Vitrafy Life Sciences reported robust progress in Q4 FY2025, advancing its cryopreservation technology and commercial partnerships while preparing for a pivotal product launch in FY2026.

VanEck Global Defence ETF, launched in September 2024, has reported a solid AUD 2.8 million profit in its first interim financial results ending January 2025, marking a promising start for the defence-focused fund.