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Everest Metals Corporation, in partnership with Edith Cowan University, has won a $490,500 grant to accelerate its innovative rubidium extraction technology at the Mt Edon project, positioning Australia to establish its first sovereign rubidium supply.

Pointerra Limited reported a 30% increase in customer receipts to A$2.6 million and positive operating cashflows in Q2 FY26, driven by major contracts including a US$2 million DOE grant with Georgia Power. The company’s digital twin SaaS platform continues to expand across key sectors, positioning it for sustained growth.

Wia Gold advances its Kokoseb Gold Project with a Definitive Feasibility Study on track for completion in late 2026, supported by strong drilling results and strategic divestment of Côte d’Ivoire assets. Leadership changes signal a new phase for the company.

EcoGraf’s maiden exploration in Tanzania delivers promising high-grade gold results, including a standout 4.45 g/t sample at Hazina, while a strategic farm-in with AngloGold Ashanti begins on the Golden Eagle project.

ACDC Metals is progressing hydrometallurgical testwork on its Goschen Central rare earth project and advancing its White Hills gold exploration licence, aligning with Australia's new $1.2 billion Critical Minerals Strategic Reserve.

Auris Minerals has secured $3.2 million to expand its geological team and accelerate exploration in Western Australia's Bryah Basin, following mixed assay results from its Morck Well gold prospects.

Atomo Diagnostics has locked in exclusive global rights to a novel liver function test that rapidly detects liver injury, expanding its footprint in point-of-care diagnostics. The test, delivered on Atomo’s Pascal platform, targets drug-induced liver injury and chronic liver conditions with significant commercial potential.

29Metals delivered a robust December quarter at its Golden Grove mine with strong copper and zinc production, while Capricorn Copper remains suspended pending critical regulatory approvals. The company is progressing key growth projects and board changes as it navigates liquidity and operational challenges.

ABx Group has extended its rare earth discovery in northern Tasmania with new scout drilling revealing high-grade mineralisation rich in critical heavy rare earths. Positioned near surface and aligned with Australia’s Critical Minerals Strategic Reserve, ABx’s findings could reshape supply chains for these vital elements.

Australian Rare Earths has demonstrated a low-risk, scalable process producing a high-purity mixed rare earth oxide with 99.9% recovery, positioning its Koppamurra project as a strategic supplier amid tightening global rare earth markets.

HUB24 has reported record net inflows of $5.6 billion in Q2 FY26, pushing total funds under administration to $152.3 billion and expanding its market share to 9.3%. The company also unveiled a new lifetime retirement solution and an AI-driven adviser ecosystem.

Telix Pharmaceuticals has achieved a key milestone with China’s NMPA accepting its New Drug Application for Illuccix, a prostate cancer imaging agent backed by strong Phase 3 data. This paves the way for Telix to enter a rapidly growing Chinese market alongside its global approvals.