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VHM Limited has secured a significant offtake framework with Mitsui and a US$200 million financing interest from the US Export-Import Bank for its Goschen Rare Earths and Mineral Sands Project, alongside key environmental approvals. These milestones set the stage for a Final Investment Decision in the first half of 2026.

Pinnacle Minerals has secured a strategic acquisition of eight critical minerals projects in Idaho and Washington, positioning itself at the forefront of the US critical minerals supply chain. The company also raised $3 million to accelerate exploration and development.

Ainsworth Game Technology has lodged a supplementary statement supporting Novomatic’s unconditional takeover bid, even as its CEO resigns amid regulatory hurdles. The board unanimously recommends acceptance, with the offer deemed fair by an independent expert.

Middle Island Resources has initiated its first reverse circulation drilling campaign at the Bobija Project in western Serbia, aiming to unlock polymetallic gold, silver, copper, lead, and zinc mineralisation beneath a historic open pit mine. This drilling marks a key step in advancing the company’s strategic acquisition of Konstantin Resources and its foothold in a prolific mineral province.

Prescient Therapeutics has bolstered its cash reserves to $12.3 million following a $9.8 million capital raise, while progressing its PTX-100 cancer therapy through global Phase 2 trials with encouraging early lymphoma results.

Emu NL has agreed to delay issuing shortfall securities tied to its recent entitlement offer until late October, as the Takeovers Panel continues its review following a challenge by Dronkay Pty Ltd.

Ainsworth Game Technology’s CEO Harald Neumann faces a setback as the Nevada Gaming Control Board recommends withdrawing his license application, prompting a board review of his role.

Mesoblast Limited reports a robust 66% increase in Ryoncil revenues for Q2 2025, driven by strong market adoption and new Medicare reimbursement codes.

Advance Zintek reports a robust 26.83% revenue increase in Q1 FY26, driven by strong growth across North America, Australia, and Europe, despite regulatory hurdles impacting zinc oxide sales in Australia.

La Trobe Financial confirms the resolution of regulatory issues as ASIC lifts the Interim Stop Order on its 12 Month Term Account, restoring investor confidence.

The NSW Independent Casino Commission has prolonged the suspension of The Star Sydney casino licence and extended the manager’s term, signaling ongoing regulatory scrutiny and remediation efforts.

An application to the Takeovers Panel challenges Duxton Farms’ recent merger and share placement, alleging undisclosed associations and potential breaches of takeover laws by major shareholders.