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HALO Technologies launches a convertible notes offer aiming to raise up to A$6.75 million, backing platform upgrades and expansion across Asia-Pacific and adviser networks.

Algorae Pharmaceuticals has been appointed as a supplier under a NSW Health public hospital supply contract, marking a strategic milestone despite uncertain immediate revenue impact.

Estrella Resources has expanded its manganese exploration footprint in Timor-Leste with rock chip assays up to 57.8% manganese at new Leuro and Sica prospects, confirming broader mineralisation beyond its Ira Miri project.

Sentinel Metals (ASX: SNM) is set to nearly double its North American gold resources to 2 million ounces by acquiring Capricorn Metals' Big Springs project in Nevada for up to $26 million, combining cash, shares, and milestone payments.

Firebird Metals secures independent international validation confirming its manganese sulphate surpasses 99.99% purity, well beyond Chinese industry benchmarks, reinforcing its proprietary processing edge and advancing its Australian Demonstration Plant.

Island Pharmaceuticals has strengthened its intellectual property portfolio with a Singapore patent covering ISLA-101 for flavivirus infections, including Dengue and Chikungunya, extending commercial exclusivity to 2034 in a key Asia-Pacific market.

Scalare Partners has locked in a $5 million convertible note facility from Blackstone Mercantile, paving the way for up to $25 million in funding subject to shareholder approval. The deal includes a 60:1 share consolidation and a bonus option issue designed to soften dilution for existing shareholders.

Neurotech International has received Notices of Allowance from the USPTO for two patents covering its lead drug NTI164, reinforcing its intellectual property position as it advances Phase 3 trials for autism spectrum disorder.

ABx Group has released an economic assessment showing its ALCORE process can produce hydrogen fluoride at significantly lower costs than traditional fluorspar methods, potentially reshaping Australia's fluorine chemical supply chain.

Hillgrove Resources' Kanmantoo Copper Mine has reached its targeted 1.8 million tonnes per annum run rate, while the company advances the Emily Star Stage 2 project with a Final Investment Decision expected sooner than planned.

IFM Global Infrastructure Fund has increased its holding in Atlas Arteria to over 57%, urging shareholders to accept its unconditional A$5.10 per security takeover offer before it closes on 7 July 2026. The bidder objects to Atlas Arteria's recent US$100 million settlement to Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan and plans a strategic review post-acquisition.

Peter Warren Automotive’s planned acquisition of Wakeling Automotive hits a regulatory and timing impasse as vendors refuse to extend the deal’s Sunset Date despite ACCC application adjustments.