Latest Intellectual Property News

Biome Australia has secured ethics approval to commence a pivotal human clinical trial of its proprietary probiotic strain BMB18, aiming to validate its benefits on digestive, sleep, and mood health.

PYC Therapeutics has launched a A$653 million capital raising to fund the clinical advancement of four RNA-based drug candidates targeting genetic diseases with significant unmet needs. The raise extends the company’s cash runway to 2030, supporting key clinical milestones and a transition to commercialisation.

FortifAI Limited has completed its acquisition of FastAI Pty Ltd, gaining control of the innovative Nol8 technology and appointing seasoned executive Yosef Keret as director and Celerriem CEO.

Small caps did the heavy lifting this week, led by two big discovery stories in resources. Funding raises and takeover moves kept attention on who can pay for the next step, not just promise it.

A handful of healthcare names did the heavy lifting this week, driven by FDA wins, guideline upgrades, and big shifts in sales and cashflow. The flip side: several clinical-stage stocks fell hard as investors stayed picky about near-term proof and funding.

A handful of small caps ripped higher, but plenty still slipped even after good news. This week’s biggest moves came from a platform partnership win, a reinstated stock, and a cash settlement that removed a long-running dispute.

Invion Limited has secured a $2 million non-dilutive grant from the South Korean government to advance preclinical studies for oesophageal cancer, expanded its global Photosoft technology license, and raised $1.3 million via convertible notes to strengthen its financial position.

Wide Open Agriculture has made significant strides in expanding its intellectual property and commercial footprint, including a new patent for lupin protein milk and first sales of lupin oil, while progressing plans for a large-scale manufacturing facility in Western Australia.

KNeoMedia advances its KneoScience platform with new orders and high school expansion, while actively working to lift its ASX trading suspension through cost cuts and funding initiatives.

International Graphite Limited has secured key approvals and funding to progress its Collie Micronising Facility and European Expandable Graphite Project, positioning itself as a major supplier outside China.

Audio Pixels Holdings Limited reported a $7.2 million loss for the half-year ending June 2025, while making significant strides in refining its MEMS digital loudspeaker fabrication process and securing a $6 million loan facility.

Vectus Biosystems is close to finalising a $4.3 million transaction with Canadian biotech XORTX Therapeutics, while actively pursuing licensing opportunities for its anti-fibrotic drug candidates amid cost reductions.