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Vinyl Group has completed its $10.5 million acquisition of Val Morgan Digital, boosting its digital media revenue by 73% and audience reach to rival Australia's largest media players. The deal also brings HOYTS CEO Damian Keogh onto Vinyl’s board, signalling a strategic pivot towards integrated media offerings.

The Star Entertainment Group has completed the first stage of its exit from the Destination Brisbane Consortium, locking in a fixed $18 million annual operator fee and shedding a major debt guarantee.

The Star Entertainment Group has locked in a binding refinancing agreement with WhiteHawk Capital Partners, securing US$390 million to refinance existing debt and boost liquidity. This move aims to stabilise the company’s financial footing ahead of key regulatory approvals and asset sales.

iCandy Interactive has announced plans for Lemon Sky Studios to pursue a US IPO on the NYSE American, targeting a US$15 million capital raise, while highlighting strategic pivots in AI and blockchain markets.

InFocus Group Holdings has completed Codexa, a proprietary sweepstakes casino platform targeting the booming US market, with plans for licensing and potential sale.

Airtasker has secured a $5 million media partnership with Nine Entertainment, aiming to accelerate its brand growth across Australia’s leading media platforms. This strategic move comes as Airtasker rides strong marketplace momentum and positions itself for the evolving AI-driven labour market.

iCandy Interactive is exploring a US listing for its subsidiary Lemon Sky Studios to unlock shareholder value, while facing a likely ASX delisting due to audit delays. The company also plans a capital raise to support these initiatives.

Sports Entertainment Group Limited has announced a significant on-market share buy-back program, aiming to repurchase up to 10% of its shares over the next year starting March 2026. The move reflects the board's confidence in the company's underlying value amid current market pricing.

Audeara Limited has initiated three new white-label Auracast™ programs with Clinico Inc., alongside launching its BT-03 Audio Broadcaster in Australia, marking a significant step in scaling its audio technology globally.

The Lottery Corporation is reshaping its executive team and operating model to sharpen focus on digital expansion and local market growth, effective July 2026.

Unith Ltd has launched its Streaming Avatars technology, delivering a dramatic latency reduction and validated by strong customer feedback, setting a new standard for real-time digital human interactions.

The Star Entertainment Group reports a $110 million statutory loss for H1 FY26 as it undertakes major operational restructuring and seeks refinancing amid challenging market conditions.