Latest Innovation And Technology News

Zinc of Ireland NL is set to reshape its zinc recovery and battery recycling prospects after signing to acquire Meclex's innovative hydrometallurgical technologies and launching a major drilling campaign at its Kildare project.

Anteris Technologies has gained U.S. Medicare reimbursement eligibility for its pivotal PARADIGM Trial, clearing a key hurdle for clinical site activation and accelerating its transcatheter heart valve study.

Insignia Financial Limited will be removed from the S&P/ASX 200 Index ahead of its acquisition by Daintree BidCo, with 4DMedical Limited stepping in on April 20, 2026.

Vulcan Energy’s Lionheart Project in Rhineland-Palatinate will benefit from a five-year royalty exemption on lithium production, reinforcing Germany’s push for domestic critical material supply and boosting the project’s economic outlook.

Lithium Universe Limited appoints Iggy Tan as full-time CEO and Executive Chairman, signalling a strategic push to fast-track lithium refinery projects and innovative recycling technologies.

Metallium Limited’s US subsidiary has inked a decade-long off-take agreement with Indium Corporation, setting a firm commercial foundation for supplying critical metals like gallium and germanium recovered through innovative recycling technology.

Papyrus Australia has commissioned its Adelaide Rapid Prototyping & R&D Facility, marking a key step in validating its pulp technology and progressing towards commercial production. The company also released its interim financials and reported stable cash flow supporting ongoing operations.

State Gas Limited has decided against proceeding with the sale of its High Density Natural Gas Pilot Plant after failing to finalise terms, while its R&D tax incentive claim remains under extended review by the ATO.

EMVision Medical Devices has secured a $3.8 million R&D tax rebate and gained approval to claim rebates on overseas expenditures, strengthening its financial footing as it advances clinical trials for its neurodiagnostic device.

Temas Resources has reported significant assay results from its 2025 drilling at the La Blache Project, revealing thick zones rich in gallium, scandium, and chromium alongside titanium, vanadium, and iron. The company’s proprietary RCL technology promises to unlock additional value from this multi-element mineralisation.

Prairie Lithium has kicked off full construction of its lithium extraction plant in Saskatchewan, deploying innovative prefabricated building methods and preparing to install the largest Direct Lithium Extraction equipment ever built. With 100% of initial output pre-sold, the company is poised to reshape the lithium market.

Provaris Energy has successfully raised $1.325 million through an oversubscribed placement, aiming to advance its 2026 development milestones in hydrogen and carbon dioxide storage technologies.