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X2M Connect has signed a non-binding two-year MOU with Gateway DC covering data centre development, delivery and platform deployment across Australia and potentially Southeast Asia. The opportunity links Gateway’s planned 120MW-to-2GW-plus Darwin roadmap with X2M’s prospective pipeline exceeding 200MW, but revenue remains subject to future binding agreements.

X2M Connect has signed a non-binding five-year partnership with Ethical Development Fund Australia to pursue a 20MW to 45MW GPU data centre and renewable energy precinct in North Queensland. The opportunity could generate both infrastructure delivery revenue and recurring platform fees, but remains subject to binding project agreements, funding and approvals.

Zinc of Ireland (ASX: ZMI) has fast-tracked its ARGO technology development to recover germanium, gallium, and indium, targeting early 2027 for pilot plant operations. The move aligns with EU regulatory demands for critical minerals and aims to reduce waste and emissions in zinc smelting.

Fortescue Ltd delivered a record 201.3 million tonnes of iron ore in FY26, alongside a 3% rise in underlying net profit after tax to US$3.47 billion, despite a significant $750 million impairment charge on its Iron Bridge asset. The miner declared a fully franked final dividend of A$0.46 per share and continues to advance its ambitious decarbonisation and growth agenda.

Fortescue Metals Group delivered a record 201.3 million tonnes of iron ore shipments in FY26, maintaining cost control despite inflation and advancing its green energy projects. The company flagged a US$525 million impairment on Iron Bridge but remains focused on decarbonisation and growth.

Rio Tinto delivered a robust first half in 2026 with a 28% jump in underlying EBITDA to $14.8 billion, powered by copper ramp-up at Oyu Tolgoi, lithium expansion, and operational gains. The miner also lifted its interim dividend by 43% amid disciplined capital investment and steady iron ore output.

GreenTech Metals’ latest drilling at Munni Munni confirms thick, high-grade PGE-Cu-Ni zones while an independent review spotlights significant new copper targets. The company strengthens its balance sheet with a $7.5 million placement and key technical hires ahead of an ambitious drill campaign.

Mercury NZ invests US$30 million for a minority stake in Datagrid NZ, aligning with its strategy to power long-term renewable demand from large-scale digital infrastructure projects.

Delorean Corporation has received a $1.66 million milestone payment from ARENA, advancing its SA1 Salisbury bioenergy facility towards renewable gas production and multiple revenue streams.

Viridis Mining has boosted the Colossus Project's high-confidence rare earth resource, underpinning debt financing and advancing toward production.

Lincoln Minerals has raised A$3.1 million in a two-tranche placement to fund drilling at its Minbrie Copper Project, with a strategic investor gaining board representation rights.

Core Energy Minerals (ASX:CR3) has confirmed significant rare earth oxides with a high magnetic component in early sampling at its Campo Largo project, setting the stage for systematic drilling this quarter.