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iCandy Interactive has announced plans for Lemon Sky Studios to pursue a US IPO on the NYSE American, targeting a US$15 million capital raise, while highlighting strategic pivots in AI and blockchain markets.

Vinyl Group has announced the acquisition of Val Morgan Digital for $10.5 million, significantly expanding its digital media assets and audience reach. This move positions Vinyl as a leading player in Australia’s Adaptive Media landscape with promising financial prospects.

NZME Limited has reported a significant turnaround in 2025, posting a statutory net profit after tax of NZD 13.1 million and a 15% increase in operating EBITDA, underpinned by strong digital revenue growth across its divisions.

Sports Entertainment Group reports a robust first half FY26 with nearly doubling EBITDA and declares special dividends following asset sales.

Sports Entertainment Group Limited reported a robust half-year ending December 2025, with revenues climbing 28% and underlying EBITDA soaring 78%, driven by strong media and complementary services growth. The company also finalised its Perth Wildcats divestment, boosting cash reserves.

Coast Entertainment Holdings Limited reported a robust 30.2% increase in revenue to $62.165 million for the half year ended December 2025, alongside a modest 1.4% rise in net profit. The company also completed a significant 10% on-market share buy-back.

Vinyl Group Ltd has reported a striking 190% revenue increase in FY25, driven by strategic acquisitions and organic growth, and is targeting its first profitable quarter by December 2025 with AI-powered publishing expansion.

Sports Entertainment Group Limited (SEG) reports a robust start to FY26 with a 63% jump in underlying EBITDA and advances its strategic exit from Perth Wildcats.

GTN Limited reported a modest 2% revenue decline and a sharper 26% drop in adjusted EBITDA for FY25, while maintaining strong cash flow and delivering solid shareholder returns.

NZME Limited has upgraded its FY25 Operating EBITDA guidance, signaling stronger-than-expected financial performance despite economic headwinds. The company now expects earnings between $59 million and $62 million, up from its earlier forecast.

Vinyl Group Ltd reported a 37% jump in quarterly revenue alongside significant cost reductions, setting the stage for an EBITDA-positive quarter in Q2 FY26. The company also advanced a key equity conversion deal with Songtradr, signaling strategic balance sheet strengthening.

Vinyl Group’s subsidiary Funkified Entertainment is on track to meet its 2025 earn-out target, driven by major new contracts that reinforce the company’s vertical acquisition approach.